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Why 30 Australian paramedics chose Nova Scotia
PNI Atlantic News
Adjusting to Cape Breton life, an Australian paramedic is navigating new foods, bigger ambulances and driving changes. Despite minor drug and protocol differences, she finds paramedicine here much like home after relocating through a 2024 provincial recruitment program. Read More
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Paramedics help a dying mom attend her daughter's wedding
Windsor Star
A backyard wedding turned deeply emotional when paramedics helped a terminally ill mother attend her daughter's big day. Using a hospice program ambulance, they brought her to witness the ceremony from a stretcher, creating a memory filled with love and gratitude. Read More
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STARS air ambulance keeps region within reach
Town and Country Today
STARS Air Ambulance has responded to over 200 calls in Barrhead, Alberta, with 238 missions from 2010 to 2024. Crews use top-tier training and advanced tech, like onboard blood and Fibrinogen, to handle critical emergencies in and around the region. Read More
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Paramedic shortage sparks urgent changes in health care
VOCM
Newfoundland and Labrador faces a critical paramedic shortage, hindering emergency medical services. Health officials acknowledge the strain as restructuring efforts begin. Leadership believes new management will enhance efficiency despite current gaps in ambulance coverage and trained personnel. Read More
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Canada invests $1.3M to strengthen Arctic search and rescue efforts
Yahoo! Finance
Canada's challenging Arctic landscape demands constant upgrades to SAR operations. A $1.3 million federal grant will fund a three-year project at St. Francis Xavier University to boost Arctic ground rescue efforts through collaboration, research and Indigenous-led response improvements. Read More
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New $3.8M paramedic post aims to cut response times
OrilliaMatters
Simcoe County, Ontario's latest paramedic post is a simple drive-through facility with a garage, washroom and workspace. Replacing the Barrie North location, it's built to better serve high-demand areas using data-driven planning for strategic emergency coverage. Read More
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An app helping paramedics find people faster in emergencies
The Kingston Whig Standard
Frontenac paramedics are using What3Words, a mobile app that pinpoints exact locations in emergencies — even offline. By dividing the globe into three-meter squares, it helps responders reach people in remote or unmarked areas faster than traditional methods. Read More
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