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As we reflect upon the past year and what the future holds for us, Paramedic Services Week is a wonderful opportunity to stop and thank paramedics for the tireless work they do each and every day in the communities they serve all across Canada.
Canadians are very fortunate to have you helping them during these unprecedented times. Never before has it been more apparent just how vital paramedics are in keeping Canadians safe and healthy. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought out the best in you, our paramedics and amidst the chaos you have been a shining light, a ray of hope, a sense of calm, providing a helping hand in these dark times. Paramedics have faithfully cared for their country and its citizens throughout this crisis.
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PAC
Alors que nous réfléchissons à la dernière année et à ce que l’avenir nous réserve, la Semaine des services paramédicaux est l’occasion de prendre un moment pour remercier les paramédics de leur dévouement et de leur engagement quotidien envers les communautés qu’ils desservent.
Les Canadiens et Canadiennes sont choyés que vous aillez répondu à l’appel afin de leur prêter assistance pendant ces moments sans précédent. Le rôle vital qu’occupent les paramédics afin d’assurer la santé et la sécurité de tous les Canadiens et Canadiennes n’aura jamais été aussi manifeste. Pendant la pandémie de la COVID-19, vous aurez été des rayons de soleil et des symboles d’espoir et de calme en tendant la main pendant cette période sombre. Les paramédics ont été au rendez-vous pour leur pays et sa population tout au long de la crise.
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Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Paramedic Services Week, which runs from May 24 to 30:
“Today marks the start of Paramedic Services Week. It’s a time for all of us to celebrate and thank the women and men on the front lines of our healthcare system.
“Across the country, more than 40,000 paramedics and communications officers stand ready to help Canadians in need. Day in and day out, they answer our calls for help and put themselves in harm’s way to save lives. And this year, we’re particularly grateful for their sacrifice and their service in the face of COVID-19. So to all the paramedics across Canada: thank you.
“Throughout this pandemic, paramedics have shown up for Canadians, and they have shown us the very best of courage, compassion, and dedication. And we’re determined to be there for them too. We will continue to do everything we can to support them during this difficult time. Because it’s by being there for one another that we’ll get through this crisis.
“On behalf of all Canadians, I thank all paramedics for their service and for the incredible work they do every single day.”
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Justin Trudeau, Premier ministre du Canada
Le premier ministre Justin Trudeau a fait aujourd’hui la déclaration suivante à l’occasion de la Semaine des services paramédicaux, qui se déroule du 24 au 30 mai:
« Nous soulignons aujourd’hui le début de la Semaine des services paramédicaux (en anglais seulement). C’est l’occasion pour tous de célébrer et de remercier les femmes et les hommes qui sont aux premières lignes de notre système de santé.
« D’un bout à l’autre du pays, plus de 40 000 paramédics et agents de communication sont là pour aider les Canadiens dans le besoin. De jour en jour, ils répondent à nos appels à l’aide et se mettent en danger pour sauver des vies. Cette année, nous sommes particulièrement reconnaissants de leurs sacrifices et des services qu’ils offrent dans le cadre de la lutte contre la COVID-19. À tous les paramédics au Canada : merci.
« Tout au long de cette pandémie, les paramédics ont été présents pour les Canadiens et ont été les meilleurs modèles de courage, de compassion et de dévouement. Nous sommes déterminés à être là pour eux également. Nous continuerons à faire tout notre possible pour les soutenir en ces temps difficiles, car c’est en étant solidaires que nous réussirons à passer à travers cette crise.
« Au nom de tous les Canadiens, je remercie les paramédics de leurs services et du travail incroyable qu’ils font chaque jour. »
Prime Minister of Canada
Watch the video here.
Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada
On behalf of all Canadians, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you.
Protecting the public is the cornerstone of your mission. You work tirelessly in our communities across the country, willing to put yourselves at risk in the face of an invisible enemy that does not discriminate. You are first on the scene, wherever people are vulnerable, worried or in need of comfort and care. Despite the fact that yours is a profession where every minute counts, despite the unknowns of this unprecedented pandemic and the pressures you and your families are facing, you keep your cool and continue to do what you do best: help your fellow citizens in distress. For your courage and your service, the nation will be eternally grateful to you.
I have every confidence that with science, data-driven decision making and the steadfast resolve of our citizens, we will emerge into brighter days, led by your efforts to contain the virus.
In this spirit, I invite you to watch the video or download the audio file of the Ottawa Bach Choir’s recording of Dona nobis pacem, from Mass in B Minor, BWV 232, by J. S. Bach. Music has always brought me peace and hope; perhaps this gift from the Choir will inspire you to continue to light the way for us all.
Please stay well and look after yourselves.
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Julie Payette, Gouverneure Generale du Canada
Au nom de la population canadienne, merci de tout cœur.
La protection du public est la pierre d’assise de votre mission. Vous œuvrez sans relâche dans nos communautés partout au pays, prêts à vous exposer aux risques posés par un ennemi invisible qui ne discrimine pas. Vous êtes les premiers sur les lieux, là où des personnes vulnérables, inquiètes et en quête de réconfort ont besoin de vos soins. Malgré les contraintes d’une profession où chaque minute compte, les inconnus d’une pandémie sans précédent et les pressions sur vous et vos familles, vous gardez votre sang froid et continuez de faire ce que vous faites le mieux : aider vos concitoyens en détresse. Pour votre courage et votre service, la nation vous sera éternellement reconnaissante.
J’ai confiance en la science, la prise de décisions fondée sur des données probantes et la détermination sans faille de nos citoyens. Et grâce à vos efforts pour contenir le virus, nous verrons bientôt des jours meilleurs.
Dans cet esprit, je vous invite à regarder la vidéo ou à télécharger le fichier audio de l’enregistrement de Dona nobis pacem de la Messe en si mineur, BWV 232, de J.S. Bach, produit par le Chœur Bach d’Ottawa. La musique a toujours été une source de paix et d’espoir pour moi; peut-être que ce cadeau du Chœur vous incitera à continuer à nous montrer la voie.
Gardez le cap et prenez bien soin de vous!
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