On June 21, National Indigenous Peoples Day, let's recommit ourselves to writing a different narrative, by celebrating Indigenous culture, and daily acts of reconciliation. #NIPD2023

"Ambulance communications officers feel devalued. We need help with our workloads, we need help with hiring and retention, and to keep ACOs in the job that we love." Perspective from the front line: youtu.be/wm6WthI0CAw Learn more at: savepublichealthcare.ca #onpoli

Us too Andrew Brennan. We're certain Dave Smith's constituents could ask for more as well. Improved ambulance response times, shorter hospital wait times, community mental health supports, fair wages, affordable housing, food availability.... But hey, have a 🌭 #onpoli #ptbo

Us too Andrew Brennan. We're certain Dave Smith's constituents could ask for more as well. Improved ambulance response times, shorter hospital wait times, community mental health supports, fair wages, affordable housing, food availability.... But hey, have a 🌭 #onpoli #ptbo

A "blast" from the past. When it comes to fireworks: ⚠️ Wear gloves & eye protection while lighting them ⚠️ Never allow children to handle or discharge them ⚠️ Always have a water supply on hand Wishing everyone a safe & enjoyable #CanadaDay2023❗ Thank you to those working ❤️

Our hearts go out to this medic's loved ones and coworkers. Thank you to all involved in the search. cbc.ca/news/canada/su…

"Employers need to consider several factors when selecting the appropriate PPE for workers exposed to the elements: .... Light/breathable uniforms" - Paramedic Services Section 21 Guidance Note 15: Weather Hazards tinyurl.com/mry564kn 🚨 Functionality trumps presentation 🚨

Glad that significant detail is resolved. Now for BUs to negotiate the NRA 60 option! "OMERS contacted CUPE and OPSEU/SEFPO to inform the unions that it would amend the formula that had penalized some paramedics transitioning to an earlier retirement." tinyurl.com/ye24kd3m

The OPSEU SEFPO Ambulance Division is exhibiting at #AMO2023 where Ontario’s municipal leaders are gathering to work on some of the toughest challenges facing our province. #911InCrisis AMO

Rest peacefully brother. Condolences to his loved ones and colleagues.

"The simplest solution to the level of service issue on Wolfe Island would be to appropriately fund the paramedic service on the island." - Shauna Dunn, OPSEU L462 President 👆💯✅ #ygk OPSEU SEFPO

Many OPSEU SEFPO represented ACOs are in the OPS UN bargaining unit. Amanda Usher, CERC Chair & ACO, addresses the crowd re: the Ontario PC Caucus unconstitutionally interfering in, what's supposed to be, free and fair Collective Bargaining. (Video courtesy of Patrick J. Fry-Smith ✊)

Waterloo Region Waterloo Region Paramedics in and out of Code Red through the night with 0 ambulances available. Guelph Wellington Crews in the Region.

Surround yourself with people who accept you and inspire you NSMDLC OPSEU/SEFPO Paramedics & Ambulance Communications Chris McConnell OPSEU 317 Elementary Educators OPSEU Pᴀʀᴀᴍᴇᴅɪᴄs ᴏғ Sɪᴍᴄᴏᴇ Cᴛʏ, Oᴘsᴇᴜ L303 🚑

We send our condolences, love and prayers to our members at Cambridge CACC after the loss of one of their own. Rest in peace Ashley, we’ll take it from here.

Using an anonymous online research survey, researchers at #CAMH are looking at ways to optimize crisis lines for first responders and public safety personnel: is.gd/frcrisislinesu…. #firstrespondermentalhealth #RESPondstudy CUPE Paramedic/ Communication Officers Ontario SEIU Healthcare Unifor

With adequate funding, resources, and a real commitment to staffing, Ontario's paramedics could be there more quickly in your time of need. We want that reality as much as anyone ❤️ #FundIt #StaffIt #KeepHealthCarePublic ‼️ youtu.be/sVjNwXWQEG4?si…

Another great AMO tradeshow. While there's a lot of paramedic data that isn't tracked provincially & plenty that isn't easily accessed by the public, we took the opportunity to remind our visitors of data that is: ontario.ca/page/response-… 📈 #responsetimes #performanceplans