I can't understand why the O.P.A. doesn't support fire fighters in giving patient care. To publicly denounce the idea seems short sighted and politically driven in my opinion.
It is my opinion that all emergency services should work together in providing the best care possible for any patient. I don't care if Police and Fire combined only contribute to saving 1 life, it's worth it!
I appreciate the skill and care that members of the O.P.A. provide to society on a daily basis, but it's pure ignorance or arrogance to dismiss any assistance from another service.
Instead of trying to build services up you want to break down everyone around you to make yourselves seem big.. you come across petty and little..
Love the good work you do for Paramedics everyday. Please keep it up! It's an Honour to be a member.
Pretty disappointed that you feel it necessary to attempt to ascertain your role by saying firetrucks are for fires, given they're often first on scene and also able to provide support.
Great organization for Ontario paramedics
Patient and public safety advocates.
Paramedic positive.
Shameful representation of paramedics in the media