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March 27, 2025

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Quebec adds 3 aircraft to strengthen emergency air response
CTV News
Quebec is expanding its emergency air fleet due to rising demand. The province currently operates four aircraft, often all in use. A second-hand jet will be ready by summer 2026, with two more arriving by May 2027 pending medical upgrades. Read More

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PARAMEDIC NEWS

50 years of saving lives marked with public celebration
Nanaimo News Bulletin
British Columbia Ambulance paramedics will host a public event to honor 50 years of emergency service. Visitors can explore ambulances, meet staff and see lifesaving tools as the province celebrates decades of evolving emergency medical care. Read More

Fire chief demands action on delayed body transports
KOMO-TV
Point Roberts, Washington fire chief says county delays are forcing firefighters to transport bodies across borders, tying up critical resources. The ME claims no jurisdiction, leaving volunteers navigating hours-long trips and complex international protocols without the necessary support. Read More

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Saskatoon hit by 435 overdoses as officials race to respond
CBC
Saskatoon is facing a surge in overdoses, stretching emergency services and support groups. Recently, responders tackled 435 overdose calls. While incidents have dipped slightly, they remain higher than average, with nine suspected deaths reported. Read More

Police warn of deadly fake painkillers 3 times stronger than fentanyl
CBC
Police say counterfeit pills mimicking Dilaudid contain protonitazine, a powerful synthetic opioid linked to a sudden death. The pills, nearly identical in appearance to hydromorphone, pose severe risks, with even trace amounts proving fatal. Read More

2 new tools helping paramedics reach patients faster
CTV News
Middlesex-London Paramedic Service is embracing innovation to boost patient care. A single-paramedic SUV unit is already saving lives, and a new mobile logistics strategy aims to keep ambulances stocked in the field without disrupting 911 coverage. Read More

New paramedic base could speed up response times
SooToday
Officials want to buy church-owned land beside a fire station to build a paramedic base. The goal: improve response times and efficiency as emergency calls rise and current stations sit farther from the growing east end. Read More

Why British Columbia paramedics fear for their safety on every call
Global News
Duncan Pelley found his calling in high school while working as a Metro Vancouver paramedic. Despite his passion, he faces daily threats, aggression and fear for his safety — situations that have worsened in recent years, especially involving unpredictable patients. Read More

ER closures in British Columbia push patients to travel 170 km for care
CityNews Vancouver
Lillooet's ER is shut again, forcing residents to travel two hours to Kamloops for emergency care. With repeated closures, local paramedics fill the gap as rural areas across British Columbia struggle to attract and retain health care staff. Read More

Why 1 doctor's quick action proves CPR training saves lives
CTV News
While waiting in line at Montreal's airport, an ER doctor noticed a man collapse. Finding no pulse, he began CPR. With help from a paramedic and an AED, the man's heartbeat returned after eight minutes — just before paramedics arrived. Read More

Tariffs threaten ambulance access and emergency response across Canada
Paramedic Chiefs of Canada via Global Newswire
Canada's paramedic leaders urge the federal government to exclude ambulances from new tariffs, warning of rising costs, fewer vehicles and risks to patient safety. The added financial burden could delay ambulance renewals and stretch already pressured emergency services. Read More

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