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Man armed with shears sparks highway chaos in Manitoba
Global News
A man allegedly attacked a paramedic with shears during ambulance transport, then threatened police before fleeing on foot. Officers say he later hijacked a vehicle, assaulted the driver and was eventually subdued with a stun gun after multiple attempts. Read More
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3 ways coast guard training empowers women
PNI Atlantic News
Cara Cripton-Inglis, a 26-year-old coxswain, hopes her presence in uniform inspires young women. Now training new recruits, she brings six years of coast guard experience to Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island's summer waters through the student-led inshore rescue boat program. Read More
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Paramedics say enough is enough
HaltonHillsToday
Halton, Ontario, paramedics face daily abuse — verbal, physical and sexual — prompting calls for stronger protections. For veteran paramedic Catherine Weigel, personal safety often clashes with duty. A new reporting system reveals hundreds of violent incidents, exposing deep mental and emotional tolls. Read More
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Hiker found safe after 2-day wilderness search
CBC
After vanishing during a hike in Banff National Park, a 42-year-old British Columbia paramedic was safely found following a two-day effort. He began hiking near Aurora Creek, with his last sighting in Marvel Pass, prompting an extensive multi-agency search. Read More
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Fire fighters want tougher penalties for attacks
International Association of Fire Fighters
Winnipeg, Manitoba, fire fighter-paramedics are urging government action after a surge in violent incidents. Citing impacts on safety and service delivery, their union seeks revived legislation to increase penalties for assaults on emergency responders. Officials are responding with legislative proposals. Read More
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Community pushes for medical access during freeze
CBC
Ambulance service to West Dawson stalls each year during the Yukon River's freeze-up and thaw. Residents are now engaging with territorial emergency services to secure lifesaving tools and training to bridge this seasonal gap in access. Watch Video
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Unanswered 911 call still haunts a Niagara family
Village Report
Nearly a year after Ralph Buerger's fatal 911 call went unanswered, his family continues to seek justice. A recent demonstration outside police headquarters aimed to raise awareness. Though denied initial records, the family finally obtained the chilling 911 audio. Read More
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4 signs Alberta's EMS crisis is spiraling fast
The Albertan
Amid rising staff shortages, Edmonton paramedics are logging record overtime, yet critical shifts remain unfilled. Overtime surged 81% since 2021, costing nearly $10 million in 2024 alone. Despite extended hours, service downgrades and unstaffed shifts persist daily. Read More
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Barriers holding back paramedics from becoming health care leaders
BMC Health Services Research
Paramedicine is shifting from emergency-only roles toward broader healthcare integration. This study identifies shared and system-specific barriers to professional recognition across five countries. Interviews reveal legislative gaps, funding issues and challenges in education, identity and systemic support. Read More
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