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October 2, 2025

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Local grad steps up in lifesaving bus crash rescue
CKLM-FM
A Lloydminster Comprehensive High School alum is being celebrated for her quick action during a major bus crash. Her emergency medical response helped save lives at the scene. The incident occurred last fall and drew widespread attention. Read More

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Safety chief honoured for paramedic leadership
City of Greater Sudbury
Joseph Nicholls, Greater Sudbury's General Manager of Community Safety, received a top provincial award for paramedicine leadership. The honour was presented at the Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs' annual gala. Officials praised his lasting impact on emergency services. Read More

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Ontario boosts ambulance funding to cut response times
INsauga
Ontario has increased land ambulance funding by nearly $3.3 million to improve emergency care in Durham Region. The funding aims to reduce ambulance offload delays and enhance paramedic response times. Read More

Why a paramedics' firing over a Facebook post is raising alarms
NewmarketToday
A veteran paramedic was dismissed after posting support for an anti-war rally on Facebook. The incident has sparked concern among health workers about freedom of expression. Critics say the firing sets a troubling precedent for professional speech boundaries. Read More

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Paramedic demand climbs as crews keep pace
Stratford Beacon Herald
A new report shows Perth County, Ontario, paramedics are on track to handle nearly twice as many calls in 2025 as they did a decade ago. Despite the increase, crews are still meeting urgent response time goals. Officials say hospital wait times have also improved locally. Read More

Fisherman honoured for daring rescue
VOCM
A fisherman from Bellevue, Alberta, was recognized for heroism during a lifesaving awards ceremony in St. John's. He rescued a man from rough seas after a boat capsized. Battling strong winds, he pulled the drowning victim aboard. Read More

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6-hour ambulance wait leaves Winnipeg family outraged
CTV News
A 93-year-old man lay in pain on his lawn for six hours after breaking his hip. His family says emergency services failed to respond in time despite a 911 call. The incident has sparked concern over ambulance delays in Winnipeg. Read More

Paramedic union slams 6-hour ambulance delay for Winnipeg senior
CTV News
A Winnipeg senior waited six hours for ambulance care after a fall, sparking outrage. The paramedic union is demanding answers and accountability. Officials are now facing pressure to address emergency response delays. Read More

Ontario city eyes $10M shift to paramedic-led crisis response
The Sarnia Journal
A new strategic plan proposes changing how Sarnia, Ontario, handles emergency calls. The initiative, called Project Right Response, suggests reallocating $10 million from the police budget. It aims to fund a health-led unit for nonviolent crisis situations. Read More

Students face funding roadblock in paramedic training path
CBC
Two Tłı̨chǫ students aiming to become paramedics were denied financial aid for a required emergency responder program. The course is a stepping stone to advanced training but isn't covered by current funding policies. Officials say eligibility rules are under review. Read More

Toronto unveils paramedic station with energy-smart design and training hub
Diamond Schmitt
Toronto's new paramedic station blends emergency logistics with education and sustainability. A skylit atrium anchors the space, which includes classrooms, admin offices and bays for 60 vehicles. Energy-saving features and all-electric systems support round-the-clock operations. Read More

Residents face icy journeys after medical emergencies
Nunatsiaq News
Kugluktuk lacks trained emergency medical staff and a budget for ambulance services. Residents often rely on wheelchairs to navigate snow and ice after accidents. Officials say airport rides are the only transport option available. Read More

Reeve calls for answers after audit flags $1M misuse by EMS provider
Calgary Herald
Wheatland County, Alberta's reeve is demanding accountability after an Alberta Health Services audit found nearly $1 million in public funds were misused. She says the issue reflects deeper governance failures in the region. The EMS provider allegedly diverted funds to cover unrelated expenses. Read More

Union warns 911 wait times in British Columbia now exceed 4 minutes
CityNews Vancouver
British Columbians dialing 911 are facing wait times of over four minutes. The union representing emergency call staff says staffing shortages are worsening the delays. Officials are urging immediate action to prevent further strain on the system. Read More

Newfoundland and Labrador pushes for stronger search and rescue services
PNI Atlantic News
Liberal MP Philip Earle voiced full support for Newfoundland and Labradorians demanding better search and rescue coverage. He emphasized the urgency of safer marine infrastructure. The call follows a protest led by a grieving mother and a local coalition. Read More

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