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Why northern Ontario's EMS failures are risking lives
Penticton Herald
In a remote Ontario community, outdated or broken ambulances leave volunteers overwhelmed and undertrained. A tragic call involving a woman without a pulse reveals the toll on responders and the fragile system now forcing health directors to act as frontline EMS. Read More
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The program helping people break free from addiction
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Overwhelmed by alcohol addiction, Arnold faced isolation and despair. After repeated failed attempts to quit, he found hope through a mobile withdrawal program offering safe detox, continuous care and vital resources to begin rebuilding his life. Read More
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EHS suspends HALO air ambulance as safety review begins
Medicine Hat News
Alberta's air ambulance service, HALO, was grounded after a recent operational issue. Emergency Health Services cited a safety incident, but confirmed no injuries occurred. HALO must submit a corrective action plan soon amid the ongoing investigation. Read More
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Training the next generation of paramedics starts now
CHEK News
At Langford, British Columbia's new John Horgan Campus, paramedic students are diving into simulations just weeks into training. With rescue drills and classroom sessions underway, the high-demand program is shaping future first responders for real-world emergencies. Read More
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Winnipeg pushes for stronger laws to protect first responders
CTV News
Winnipeg's mayor is urging tougher federal laws to shield paramedics and firefighters from assaults. A proposed motion seeks equal legal protections as peace officers and tougher penalties for violent attacks during emergency responses. Local incidents are already rising in 2025. Read More
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Faster ambulance transfers cut Code Zeros
CTV News
Ambulance offload times in Waterloo Region, Ontario, have dropped sharply, freeing up paramedics for urgent calls. Midtown and Queen's Boulevard sites now report wait times under 30 minutes, a major improvement from over 100 minutes in Spring 2024. Read More
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How 2 hospitals cut ambulance wait times by over 70%
Waterloo Regional Health Network
Waterloo Regional Health Network has dramatically cut ambulance offload times, enhancing emergency care access. The Midtown site dropped from 107 to 28 minutes and Queen's Blvd. from 83 to 27, maintaining this improvement for five straight months. Read More
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Ambulance bursts into flames, no one was hurt
Fraser Valley Today
An ambulance parked in central Abbotsford, British Columbia, recently caught fire, prompting a swift emergency response. No one was inside at the time, and no injuries occurred. Fire crews quickly extinguished the blaze as investigators began determining the cause. Read More
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2 EMS workers dive to lift spirits for kids charity
SaskToday
Two EMS staff from Macklin raised funds across west central Saskatchewan before skydiving from 7,500 feet for a children's charity. Their creative efforts, including barbecues and raffles, helped contribute over $14,000 to the cause. Read More
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