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June 29, 2023

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City seeks to triple new paramedic hires as ambulance demand soars

CBC News
The City of Ottawa wants to triple the number of new paramedic hires next year as the demand for ambulances soars and emergency responders struggle after several high-stress years. Read More

PARAMEDIC NEWS

June is PTSD Awareness Month!

CIPSRT
In Canada it is estimated that up to 2.3 per cent of the population is dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at any moment. Among public service personnel (PSP), that figure is much higher. Read More

What does Minden's ER closure mean for Muskoka Paramedic Services?

Muskoka Region
To their community's dismay, Minden hospital's emergency department closed on June 1, leading to concerns around the potential strain on Muskoka Paramedic Services (MPS) and hospital resources. Read More

Give Ottawa's paramedics the resources they need

Ottawa Citizen
Of course the Ontario government rejected the proposal of 100 per cent funding for 17 new paramedics in Ottawa. The agreement has always been to split the cost 50/50 between the province and the city for these positions. Read More

'Not an easy job': 20 Lanark County paramedics honoured for long service, good conduct

Inside Ottawa Valley
During Paramedic Services Week 2023, the Lanark County Paramedic Service (LCPS) hosted its inaugural Long Service Medal awards ceremony. This medal was created to give recognition for long service and good conduct. Read More

District touts Community Paramedicine Program

South Muskoka Doppler
As a leader in the Province, Muskoka's Community Paramedicine Program is revolutionizing the way primary care is delivered. Muskoka Community Paramedics performs approximately 1,500 home and virtual visits annually. Read More

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EMS World Expo
Preconference Workshops are Sept. 18–19, and the Main Conference is Sept. 20–22. Read More

Mayor Sutcliffe in talks with province about solutions to local paramedic crisis — which might not mean more paramedic hires

Ottawa Citizen
Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe says he talking with provincial officials about getting more help to solve Ottawa's paramedic crisis — but it won't necessarily mean more paramedics. Read More

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Hamilton Township senior 'has been flourishing at home,' daughter says

Northumberland News
After suffering falls and two broken hips, a Hamilton Township senior was in hospital for about three months earlier this year. Today, Doug Cunningham, 87, "has flourished" since returning to his farmhouse where he has lived for the past 60 years. Read More

Paramedics' union, Essex County reach potential new deal

CBC News
Paramedics in Windsor-Essex potentially have a new collective agreement, officials announced recently. The County of Essex announced the potential four-year deal. Read More

Cariboo paramedics preparing for 2023 Tour de North

Coast Mountain News
A pair of 100 Mile House paramedics are preparing to take part in the 2023 Cops for Cancer Tour de North. Anna Zintl and Jamie MacPherson will represent the South Cariboo from Sept. 15 to 21 as they bike from Prince George to Prince Rupert. Read More

Why Ottawa's paramedic service is excited about its new dispatch system

CBC News
Ottawa is finally moving to a medical priority dispatch system, which was recommended during a 2004 coroner's inquest. Paramedic Chief Pierre Poirier said the system will help prioritize people in life-threatening condition. Read More

1 person dead after shooting during police response near Ottawa's ByWard Market

CTV News
One person is dead following a police-involved shooting in Ottawa's ByWard Market, according to Ontario's police watchdog. The Special Investigations Unit says the Ottawa Police Service received a report of a man in the area of St. Patrick Street and Parent Avenue just after 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, "who was in possession of an edged weapon." Read More

Ascent Helicopters lands $544.4 million B.C. air ambulance contract

Vertical Mag
Parksville, B.C.-based Ascent Helicopters will become the primary operator of helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) across the province, after the company was awarded a $544.4 million, 10-year contract by B.C. Emergency Health Services. Read More

Some northern Ontario First responders ask for a time limit on roadside memorials

CBC News
Some first responders in northern Ontario are asking for memorials along Ontario highways to be time-limited. The Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs and paramedics in the Cochrane district say roadside memorials can be upsetting to first responders who attended those fatal crashes. Read More

Opioid death rates tripled for Ontario teens, young adults since 2014, research shows

CTV News
Opioid-related deaths among teens and young adults in Ontario tripled from 2014 to 2021, while drug treatment rates significantly decreased, a new report shows. Read More

Canadian Blood Services honours Halifax first responders

Global News
The Canadian Blood Services honoured Halifax first responders by dedicating their nationwide campaign, Sirens for Life, to their hard work. Read More

Grande Prairie fundraiser raising awareness for PTSD in first responders

My Grande Prairie Now
A fundraiser dinner is being held at the Royal Canadian Legion for the Seas to Sea for PTSD Walk across Canada. Fundraiser Organizer and Primary Care Paramedic Melinda Devine explains Sea to Sea for PTSD was started by Veteran Law Enforcement officer Chad Kennedy, who was one of the first responders on-site at the Columbia Ice Fields rollover in 2020. Read More

Jeff Brooks new general manager of Chatham-Kent EMS

Charham Daily News
Jeff Brooks is making the move from Lambton County to serve as the new general manager of Chatham-Kent EMS. Read More

Health and safety a priority as Escapade Music Festival begins in Ottawa

CTV News
As tens of thousands of people descend on Lansdowne Park for the Escapade Music Festival, organizers and health officials will be keeping an eye on festival-goers to ensure their health and safety. Read More

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