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.PARAMEDIC NEWS
New funding supports First Responder Warm Line in Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland Labrador
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is providing funding of approximately $236,000 to Lifewise NL to pilot a one-year dedicated peer support warm line to improve mental health supports and services for paramedics and other first responders in the province. The First Responder Warm Line will be staffed by first responders trained in the delivery of peer support, and will be available 12 hours a day, seven days a week. This new service will provide mental health support to first responders, which will then help them support others.
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Progress being made to consolidate ambulance services, says paramedic association
VOCM Local News Now
The Paramedic Association says the move to consolidate all ambulance services into one is a slow process, but progress is being made. President Rodney Gaudet says the province has brought in another consultant to conduct a report, something he finds discouraging as multiple reports have been published over the past few years.
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Defence calls paramedic in ongoing murder trial in Windsor
CTV News
One of three people accused is calling evidence in an ongoing murder trial in Windsor. Kyle Hanna, Keermaro Rolle and Tameko Vilneus are all charged with first-degree murder in relation to the shooting death of Madisen Gingras, 20, killed on April 1, 2020.
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Many fire and paramedic stations in need of upgrade: report
GuelphToday
A new report calls for the upgrading or replacement of several paramedic and fire stations around Guelph and Wellington County. The report from the City of Guelph says changes are in store for several paramedic and fire stations — including the replacement of the Guelph Fire headquarters on Wyndham Street within the next 10 years and the replacement of eight paramedic stations within the next three.
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Cause of fire at Almonte paramedic base still unknown, says chief
InsideOttawaValley.com
Nearly two months after fire ripped through Lanark County Paramedic Service's Almonte base, its cause remains unknown. The station, located at 75 Spring Street, sustained significant damage in the March 31 fire, which was battled by Mississippi Mills and Carleton Place fire departments. There were no injuries or damage to equipment, but LCPS Chief Travis Mellema said the service is still in a holding pattern.
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First Sober Riders fundraiser for paramedic scholarship fund held in Olds
MountainViewToday
The Olds Chapter of the Sober Riders Motorcycle Association held an inaugural fundraising ride on Sunday, May 7. The ride was held to raise money for the Marc Moebis EMS Scholarship Fund. Nineteen bikes were involved, with some riders coming from Calgary and Edmonton to participate.
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EMS response times, red alerts markedly improved since November: AHS data
Calgary Herald
Alberta's EMS response times and capacity have improved through the start of 2023, according to Alberta Health Services data. The statistics back up repeated claims from UCP Leader Danielle Smith during the provincial election campaign that the province's struggling EMS system has had a marked boost since she became premier last fall.
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Military, first responders conduct joint training exercise on Vancouver Island
CTV News
The Department of National Defence is warning residents about a large-scale, multi-agency emergency training exercise that's taking place in various locations across the Comox Valley this week. On Wednesday, 19 Wing Comox will be working with a slew of first responder agencies, including police, firefighters, paramedics and search and rescue teams, to conduct a joint training exercise.
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Affordable Alberta College of Paramedics-approved EMS CEUs from Vector Solutions
Vector Solutions
Are you a first responder in Alberta looking for high-quality EMS continuing education courses that won't break the bank? Look no further than Vector Solutions. Our collection of 250-plus online EMS courses is approved by the Alberta College of Paramedics and provides higher quality training than similarly approved providers.
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Celebrate local paramedics with Paramedic Day this month
FM101 Milton
Next week is Paramedic Services Week and Halton Region is hoping you can join in on the celebration. Paramedic Day will be on Saturday, May 27th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain or shine) at Woodlands Operations Centre (1179 Bronte Road).
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Paramedic Day a chance to celebrate Halton's front-line workers
Halton Hills Today
As part of Paramedic Services Week running from May 21 to 27, Halton Region is inviting area residents to have some family fun at the upcoming Paramedic Day. The rain or shine event is set for May 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Woodlands Operations Centre, 1179 Bronte Rd., Oakville.
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Saskatoon ambulance totaled after collision with SUV
CTV News
Two paramedics walked away with minor injuries following a crash involving an ambulance and an SUV on Saturday. Medavie West spokesperson Troy Davies says around 8 p.m. an SUV pulled out in front of the paramedics at the intersection of Witney Avenue and 22nd Street West, and the vehicles collided at regular speeds.
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Make EMS Week a year-round celebration
EMS1
EMS Week has always had two purposes. The first is to appreciate EMS providers. The second purpose is to improve public awareness of EMS contributions. Like most recognition days, weeks, or months I believe EMS provider celebration and affirmation should be ongoing throughout the year and not set aside for just one day or week. Why should we confine our recognition to a set schedule?
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