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Occupational Competency Standard for Paramedics (new standard)
CSA
This Standard identifies the professional activities and supporting competencies required of paramedics in Canada. It reflects current practice in Canada and anticipated future practice needs. Learn More

Cadre national de compétences des paramédics (Nouvelle édition)
CSA
Cette norme identifie les activités professionnelles et les compétences requises des paramédics au Canada. Elle reflète la pratique actuelle au Canada et les besoins futurs prévus en matière de pratique. Learn More

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Exhibitor opportunities
PAC
Are you a company that is involved in the Paramedic world? Obtaining an exhibitor booth at Paramedicine Across Canada Expo 2024 Paramedic Market is the perfect opportunity to network with frontline paramedics, service operators and industry professionals, opening the door to gain new clients. Read More

PAC Awards of Excellence Program call for nominations 2024
PAC
The Paramedic Association of Canada has developed an awards program to recognize exceptional Canadian paramedics and paramedic supporters at the national level. These awards presentations will be held during the Paramedics Across Canada Expo in Halifax on September 21, 2024. Read More

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PARAMEDIC NEWS

Pancakes and wellness checks by paramedics attracts 150 people
North Bay Nugget
Most times it's a quick wellness check-up and a hot breakfast, but there's been a few times when 911 had to be called. Read More

EMS chief shares positive updates but warns of staffing crisis
Local Journalism Initiative via Yahoo!
Superior North EMS Chief Shane Muir gave a presentation to municipal delegates at this year's Thunder Bay District Municipal League conference and annual general meeting, where he offered some positive updates about the state of emergency medical care across the Superior North region and also addressed concerns about an ongoing paramedic shortage. Read More

Paramedics busier than ever in Summerland
Castanet
Over the past few years Summerland paramedics have seen more than a 20 per cent increase in calls for service. Summerland council heard from BC Emergency Health Services director Todd Onsorge and South Okanagan clinical operations manager Michael Sandler. Read More

Paramedic Recruitment Program accepting applications
CKNX
Registration for the Perth County Paramedic Recruitment program is now open. Applications to join the county's Paramedic Services Department will be accepted until March 8. Chris Keyser, Deputy Chief of Program Development, says every year they usually post for part-time paramedics to bring new paramedics in and help keep staffing levels stable. Read More

Supporting needs of residents, visitors, paramedics top of mind for new Peterborough paramedics chief
kawarthaNOW's
As she takes the reins of Peterborough County-City Paramedics, Patricia Bromfield says her top priorities will be supporting Peterborough patients and visitors, along with fellow paramedics and staff. Read More

Paramedic sentenced to 5 years over 2019 death of Elijah McClain
The Washington Post
A former Colorado paramedic was sentenced to five years in prison Friday for his role in the 2019 death of Elijah McClain, a 23-year-old Black man whose case fueled protests over racial injustice and spurred a slew of policy changes. Read More

NS government has twice warned ambulance provider about poor service, says health minister
CBC
The Nova Scotia government has issued two warnings in recent months to Emergency Medical Care, the company that has provided ambulance service to the province for almost 25 years, that it's dissatisfied with the level of service it is providing. Read More

Coroner investigating after 3rd patient dies waiting for care at hospital on Montreal's South Shore
CBC
The Quebec coroner's office has opened an investigation into the death of yet another patient waiting for care at the Anna-Laberge hospital in Châteauguay, Que. Read More

$630M to improve ambulance services 'not enough', says Quebec ambulance service
CTV News
The Quebec government recently announced almost $630 million over five years to fund various measures aimed at improving ambulance services. The Quebec ambulance services corporation (CSAQ) said it welcomed the announcement, but believes it is insufficient to improve ambulance coverage across the province. Read More

Halifax first responders facing 'trauma every day,' and a push to get them more support
Global News
A Halifax councillor is pushing to implement enhanced mental health support for first responders grappling with challenging conditions throughout the region. Read More

Military, first responders' kids get help understanding PTSD at Edmonton-area camp
Edmonton Journal
At first blush, the camp Jade Jones and her sister attended last summer near Sherwood Park sounds like an ordinary getaway for kids, with horses, swimming, games and crafts. After the fun, though, the camp turned to a tricky topic. Read More

'Extraordinary' first responders honoured by Rotary Club of Gravenhurst
My Muskoka Now
The heroism of first responders in Muskoka was on full display during an event hosted by the Rotary Club of Gravenhurst. Read More

Paying the price for safety: Public safety personnel, moral injury and the COVID-19 pandemic
Trauma & Research Recovery Unit
This two-hour event will feature research updates from our project, and panel discussions with well-respected Canadian researchers Dr. Rose Ricciardelli (Memorial University of Newfoundland) and Dr. Joy MacDermid (Western University). Read More

Nipissing District paramedics honour former chief who's battling blood cancer
CTV News
The District of Nipissing Paramedic Services is honouring its former EMS chief during Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month. Jean-Guy Belzile was chief of the service from 2000-2019. He was a paramedic for almost 40 years serving in Espanola, Kirkland Lake and James Bay, before taking on the role in North Bay. Read More

LHSC says they've cut down ambulance offload times by 70 per cent
CBC
London's largest hospital operator says they've managed to speed up ambulance offload times at University and Victoria Hospital emergency departments, addressing a persistent problem that had been tying up ambulances for hours. Read More

Simcoe County paramedics grilled during second day of inquest into Barrie man's death
Simcoe.com
An apparent breakdown of emergency personnel communication was the focus of the second day of testimony in the virtual inquest into Olando Brown's death. Read More

Paramedics union speaks out as LHSC says ambulance offload times decreased by 70 per cent
CTV News
London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) said it has reduced offload delays at both the University Hospital and Victoria Hospital emergency departments drastically, freeing up paramedics to be available to respond to new emergency calls in the community. Read More

PSPNET
PSPNET
Public Safety Personnel (PSP) is a broad term that includes individuals (career and volunteer) that ensure the safety of Canadians. Read More

Garnet Families
Garnet Families
Evidence-based resources and a community who gets it — serving military, veteran, first responder and other public safety families. Read More

CIPSRT
CIPSRT
As part of the National Research Consortium, CIPSRT serves as the Knowledge Exchange Hub for knowledge synthesis, translation, and exchange that relies upon the best contemporary research evidence supporting an overall mission to help current and former public safety personnel, their leaders, and their families to maintain and improve their mental health and wellbeing. Read More

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