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January 15, 2026

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Paramedics face mounting delays as hospital bottlenecks worsen in Newfoundland

CBC
Paramedics in Newfoundland and Labrador are stuck waiting in hospital hallways due to system-wide bottlenecks. Offload delays totaled more than 2,000 hours at St. John's ERs in October. Officials say shortages in beds and resources are fueling the crisis. Read More

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OPP seek witnesses after van hits ambulance and flees

Owen Sound Current
Police are asking for help after a van sideswiped a stopped ambulance on Highway 10 Christmas morning. The driver fled north, leaving minor damage but no injuries. Investigators believe several witnesses or dash cam footage could identify the vehicle. Read More

Remote monitoring brings peace of mind to cardiac patients

Parry Sound North Star
After a heart attack, a resident relied on a community paramedicine program for daily blood pressure checks. Remote monitoring shared vital data with doctors and eased recovery stress. The approach highlights growing tech use in primary care. Read More

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Ontario grant boosts mental health programs for Northumberland Paramedics

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Northumberland Paramedics secured provincial funding to expand mental health resources for emergency workers. The grant supports peer training, leadership development and stigma reduction. Officials say the investment strengthens resilience and promotes proactive care for first responders. Read More

British Columbia paramedics weigh job action after contract talks stall

CTV News
The union for British Columbia paramedics says contract negotiations have collapsed after months of talks. Leaders warn essential workers may scale back services if demands aren't met. Wage, benefit and mental health concerns remain key sticking points. Read More

Snowmobile crash survivor questions emergency response after icy accident

CBC
A snowmobile ride turned tragic when Paul Murphy hit a hole in the ice. The crash left him in a wheelchair, and he says no ambulance arrived during his critical moments. CBC investigates the gaps in emergency response. Read More

Ambulance crash in sends 2 paramedics to hospital

Abbotsford News
Two paramedics were hospitalized after an ambulance collided with an SUV. Officials say no patients were on board and injuries are not considered serious. An investigation into the crash is underway. Read More

Heart attack patient waits over a week for Toronto surgery transfer

Village Report
An 80-year-old man in Sault Ste. Marie faced a week-long delay for critical heart surgery in Toronto. His daughter says weather cancellations and bed shortages worsened the situation. The patient remains in fragile condition after a Boxing Day heart attack. Read More

Paramedics beat targets with faster response times

YorkRegion.com
York Region Paramedic Services handled more than 95,000 calls last year, a slight increase from 2023. Severe emergencies averaged under six minutes, while minor cases took about 12. Most incidents fell in the middle, with response times well below the 15-minute goal. Read More

Man waits 11 hours for ambulance after icy fall

CTV News
Ken MacKinnon's holiday plans changed after slipping on ice and breaking his hip. Neighbors helped him inside while his wife called for an ambulance. Hours passed before paramedics arrived, leaving him in severe pain and raising concerns about emergency response times. Read More

Cochrane EMS advocates push for better ambulance coverage after provincial talks

CochraneNow
Local advocates say meetings with provincial EMS leaders show progress on ambulance coverage concerns. The group presented evidence of repeated service gaps and staffing shortages. Officials heard calls for improved response times and advanced care paramedic availability. Read More

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