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July 17, 2025

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An Ontario camp is inspiring teens to join rural health care

CTV News
Veteran paramedic Nathan Skinn is helping students explore healthcare careers at a Goderich camp. The program, hosted by Western University, introduces teens to rural medical work, aiming to address major staff shortages across Ontario's health care system. Read More

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Car wash and BBQ to support a Canadian cyclist's global ride

CJJM-FM
A paramedic is heading to Iceland for a global cycling event supporting myeloma awareness. After a diagnosis, cycling became her recovery tool. A local fundraiser aims to help her reach the $1,500 goal for the trip. Read More

Ambulance shortfall in northern Manitoba raises urgent safety concerns

CBC
Breakdown in talks between Thompson, Manitoba's, firefighters union and the city is leaving ambulances unstaffed. Union leaders say public safety is in danger as only one ambulance is operating during key hours due to critical staffing shortages. Read More

New HALO-1 helicopter brings faster care to southern Alberta

CHAT News Today
HALO Air Ambulance's newest helicopter is now operational, marking a major step in improving emergency care. HALO-1's debut included rapid responses across southern Alberta, showing off faster deployment, greater agility and strong local partnerships in action. Read More

Giving space to emergency vehicles could save lives

CFJC Today
Pinantan Lake responders in British Columbia urged drivers to back off emergency vehicles after a recent tailgating incident involving an ambulance with lights and sirens active. The close following made it difficult to safely administer critical care during transport. Read More

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Rising violence puts paramedics at greater risk on the job

InsideHalton.com
Violence toward Halton, Ontario, paramedics has surged, with over 500 reported cases. A recent council report outlined troubling trends, a new campaign and possible reasons, including widespread abuse ranging from slurs to physical and sexual assault. Read More

Unanswered 911 call leaves Ontario family seeking justice

Global News
After a man died overnight in his Ontario home, his family discovered he'd made a silent 911 call. Though distress sounds were recorded, no help arrived. Nearly a year later, loved ones still await answers from a promised investigation. Read More

AEDs expand lifesaving reach

CKNX
Perth County Paramedic Services added three AEDs to their toolkit thanks to a donation from Kickstart My Heart. The devices will support the county's PAD program, improving emergency access to defibrillators in public spaces throughout the region. Read More

SEHU warns of rising drug poisonings in southeast Ontario

The Kingston Whig-Standard
Health officials are sounding the alarm over a sharp rise in drug poisonings in the Napanee area. Unregulated drugs like fentanyl and cocaine have caused serious harm and deaths, prompting a region-wide alert. Read More

10-year deal keeps air ambulance lifeline flying across Manitoba

Winnipeg Free Press
Manitoba signed an $84-million agreement with STARS Air Ambulance to extend emergency air services for 10 more years. Officials say the renewed deal strengthens rural health care while cutting previous costs nearly in half without reducing service standards. Read More

Manitoba signs 10-year deal to keep air ambulance service flying

CTV News
Manitoba has extended its partnership with STARS, ensuring emergency helicopter service continues across the province. The $84 million contract supports round-the-clock flights staffed by skilled medical teams ready to respond rapidly and transport patients to care. Read More

Search for missing hiker turns urgent after final message

Vancouver Sun
On a sweltering Canada Day, Alex Nguyen vanished near Shannon Falls. What started as a casual walk in flip-flops became a tense search after he texted he was tired. His phone died soon after, prompting a rapid rescue response. Read More

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