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September 12, 2024

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How Pack the Back is empowering students
NL Health Services
NL Health Services' paramedics launched a school supply drive to support students. The "Pack the Back to School" initiative gathered supplies for schools, receiving overwhelming community support. Supplies were distributed to area schools, benefiting many students. Read More

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Parkland Ambulance claims victory at annual Terry Fox race
paNOW
Parkland Ambulance triumphed at the Terry Fox First Responders Relay, their first win in five years. Prince Albert Fire placed second, with police finishing third. The event was moved to Prince Albert Collegiate due to renovations at the original venue. Read More

Tech upgrade at BC hospital forces ambulance diversions, patient limits
CTV News
Royal Columbian Hospital is diverting ambulances and discharging patients as it transitions to a digital records system. This shift includes converting patient files and medication orders, with adjustments planned to manage patient loads during the process. Read More

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Timmins leads 1st national summit on opioid crisis in smaller communities
CBC
Timmins, Ontario, is hosting Canada's first summit to address opioid addiction in small and medium-sized communities. The event highlights strategies and ideas specific to towns with fewer than 150,000 people, with national experts sharing insights and innovative solutions to the drug crisis. Read More

Paramedic program launched Brittany Follett's lifesaving career
SooToday
After traveling in Australia, Brittany Follett sought a meaningful career. Drawn to health care but not traditional roles, she pursued paramedics. Enrolling in CTS Canadian Career College, she immersed herself in intensive hands-on training, sparking a passion for emergency care. Read More

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Grief turns to action: 5 defibrillators installed
CBC
Éric Brunelle, a Montreal firefighter, knew the need for accessible defibrillators. After his fatal heart attack in a remote area, his partner raised funds to install AEDs across Parc des Sommets, ensuring future visitors have quick access in emergencies. Read More

Driver charged after high-speed chase behind ambulance
Brockville Recorder & Times
A man was arrested after following an ambulance at high speed through red lights in Brockville, Ontario. Police stopped the driver, identified impairment by drugs, and found cocaine. The suspect faces multiple charges, including impaired driving and drug possession. Read More

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Paramedics ease hospital pressure with long-term care diagnostics
London Free Press
A new pilot program enables London-area paramedics to perform diagnostic tests in long-term care homes. This initiative reduces hospital strain by providing services like blood testing, directly to residents. The Ontario government is funding the project with $500,000. Read More

Former paramedic sentenced to 16 months for child porn possession
St. Catharines Standard
A former paramedic, David Gomes, 28, was sentenced to 16 months after pleading guilty to possessing child pornography. The judge condemned his actions, describing the harm caused by viewing such material as far-reaching. Gomes apologized in court for his actions. Read More

New paramedic program reduces ER times for long-term care patients
TimminsToday
A pilot project aims to lower ER wait times by offering long-term care patients on-site services. The Cochrane District Paramedic Service is among five Ontario regions chosen for this program, providing diagnostic care in long-term care facilities to avoid hospital visits. Read More

New technology boosts RCAF search and rescue missions
Skies Magazine
The Royal Canadian Air Force has introduced the Cellular Airborne Sensors for Search and Rescue system, enabling aircraft to locate missing persons through their cellphones. This technology improves search outcomes by allowing communication even without a cellular network. Read More

Father criticizes BC Ambulance for delay after daughter's accident
Castanet
Sylvain Fortin criticized B.C. Ambulance for taking nearly two hours to respond to a 911 call. His daughter and her friend were injured in a quad accident. Fortin drove them to the hospital before emergency services arrived. Read More

Toronto charity donates 17 fire skids to help PEI fight remote fires
CBC
P.E.I. fire departments have received new firefighting tools from Toronto-based charity GlobalMedic. Seventeen fire skids, equipped with water tanks and hoses, allow vehicles to fight fires in hard-to-reach areas, enhancing response to wildland fires across the province. Read More

Paramedics prioritize critical calls with new system
NewmarketToday
York Region, Ontario, paramedics will soon use a new dispatch system prioritizing critical cases, causing longer waits for minor incidents. Starting in November, the system will improve response times for emergencies like strokes by prioritizing the most severe cases. Read More

Paramedic services review shows steady improvements
Bayshore Broadcasting
Bruce County, Ontario's paramedic services have improved steadily since 2020, following a 10 year plan. A recent review highlights that resource enhancements helped manage rising demands. Some adjustments deviated from recommendations, but overall service performance has progressed. Read More

Help pack an ambulance with back-to-school donations
NL Health Services
NL Health Services is organizing a supply and food drive in the coming weeks. In partnership with Labrador Straits Academy, they aim to fill an ambulance with school essentials and breakfast items for local families in need. Read More

Pandora Avenue moves to final phase of tent removal plan
Times Colonist
First responders no longer need police escorts on Pandora Avenue as the focus shifts to removing tents. Police updated the three-stage safety plan, moving to the final phase: clearing encampments with support from local service providers. Housing is prioritized for residents. Read More

New strategies improve paramedic response times
CTV News
Region of Waterloo, Ontario, paramedics implemented changes, including dynamic deployment, leading to improved response times. Chief John Riches explained how even small time gains are critical in saving lives and highlighted the addition of ambulances and modified deployment strategies. Read More

Cutting ambulance shortages by 92%: Key strategies revealed
The Hamilton Spectator
Hamilton, Ontario's "code zero" ambulance shortage ended this year, improving paramedic response times by over 90 seconds. In 2024, only two code-zero incidents occurred, compared to 2022's 381. Improved off-load delays and increased staffing were pivotal in resolving this issue. Read More

Paramedic-led at-home palliative care saves costs and reduces ER trips
Canadian Partnership Against Cancer via CISION
A study reveals paramedics providing palliative care at home cut costs, save time and prevent emergency room visits. This initiative, led by CPAC and HEC, saved $2,773 per 911 call and trained over 7,500 paramedics. Read More

3 paramedics killed as Israeli strike targets Lebanese civil defense team
Middle East Monitor
Three paramedics died and two were injured in an Israeli air strike on a Lebanese Civil Defense truck. The team was extinguishing fires caused by earlier strikes. Lebanon's Health Ministry condemned the attack. Read More

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