Constable Hailed as Hero After Reviving Six-Week-Old Baby

In mid-April, a terrifying moment in an Oakville parking lot turned into a powerful reminder of how critical CPR training can be. Halton Regional Police Constable Rick Buys is being praised as a hero after reviving a six-week-old baby boy whose heart appeared to have stopped.
This story was first reported by CBC News — you can read the original article here:
👉 Constable hailed as hero for reviving baby

The baby, Evan, had been out grocery shopping with his mother and two-year-old sister at the Real Canadian Superstore on April 19. As they returned to their vehicle, Evan suddenly began to foam at the mouth and turned blue—a frightening sign that he was no longer breathing.

Realizing something was seriously wrong, Evan’s mother rushed through the parking lot in panic, holding her unresponsive newborn in her arms.

First aid instructor performing an emergency assessment during CPR training, demonstrating lifesaving skills similar to those used by a constable who revived a newborn.
Hands-on CPR and first aid training equips everyday people—and first responders—with the skills needed to save lives during real emergencies.

A Race Against Time

Constable Buys was nearby conducting a traffic stop when a 911 call came across the radio. He immediately broke off and headed straight for the store’s parking lot. Upon arrival, he was met by a distraught mother pleading, “Please save my baby.”

Without hesitation, Buys placed Evan on the back seat of his police cruiser. The infant had no pulse and was not breathing. Buys began CPR right away, performing chest compressions on the tiny newborn while waiting for paramedics to arrive.

Within moments, his efforts began to show signs of hope. As first responders pulled in, Evan started regaining colour. Soon after, he coughed—and then began to cry, signaling that his heart and breathing had returned.

Evan was rushed to hospital in Oakville and later transferred to The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, where he underwent several tests. Thanks to the quick response and life-saving skills of Const. Buys, Evan survived a situation that could have ended very differently.

A Powerful Reminder of Why First Aid Training Matters

Stories like this highlight a simple truth: emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, teacher, or simply a bystander, knowing CPR and basic first aid can mean the difference between life and death.

Constable Buys’ actions were heroic—but they were also the result of proper training and preparedness. With the right skills, anyone can step in and make a lifesaving difference.

If you want to build the same confidence and ability to act in emergencies, consider taking a certified CPR course. Calgary First Aid offers hands-on, nationally recognized training right here in Alberta:
👉 https://firstaidcalgary.ca/cpr-courses/

Be Prepared. Get Trained.

If you haven’t already, consider enrolling in a First Aid and CPR course. These skills empower you to act confidently when it matters most.

To learn more about this story, you can watch the full news clip here:
▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n65HW1iJUuY&t=2s

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