Alberta First Responders

• Edmonton Oilers Mega 50-50 supports first responders

  The Oilers 50-50 draw supports a cause close to the hearts of two Oilers alumni. Chris Joseph and Randy Gregg were called to front-line careers after they retired from the NHL.

  Canada

  Mar 10, 2023
  
• Alberta paramedic killed in highway ambulance crash remembered for her compassion

  Heritage Park Pavilion was filled with memories, laughter and tears on Wednesday for the celebration of life of long-time paramedic Dallas Boyko.

  Canada

  Sep 21, 2022
  
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• Alberta paramedic killed in collision to be given full EMS honours procession

  Primary care paramedic Dallas Boyko will receive a full EMS honours procession ahead of her celebration of life on Wednesday.

  Traffic

  Sep 20, 2022
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• ‘First Call’ beer supports Alberta first responders

  After being "blown away" by the success of their launch last year, Alberta breweries are banding together again in 2022 for a special beer in support of first responders.

  Consumer

  May 5, 2022
• Alberta first responders can access free daily texts to support mental health

  The daily messages from Text4PTSI and Text4Well-being were created by mental health clinicians, Edmonton researchers and first responders themselves.

  Features

  Jul 26, 2021
• Alberta Fish and Wildlife officers answering dangerous police calls deserve more money: AUPE

  The union said the province is breaking a promise that fish and wildlife officers would receive more money for the added risk of being first responders when RCMP aren't around.

  Canada

  Oct 6, 2020
• Peer support retreat for first responders dealing with PTSD developed in Cochrane, Alta.

  A detective with the Calgary Police Service is looking to offer support to first responders suffering from PTSD, stress and mental health issues with a new wellness centre.

  Health

  May 22, 2020
• Alberta Budget 2019: UCP earmarks money for First Responders and Heroes Fund

  The Alberta government is promising $9 million over three years to implement a fund to help families of first responders who die as a result of their job.

  Fire

  Nov 7, 2019
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• Alberta buying new ambulances, hiring more paramedics: ‘We know timely access can save lives’

  Health Minister Sarah Hoffman says the province is adding 58 first responders in Edmonton and Calgary to go with more than 30 new hires in smaller centres.

  Health

  Dec 7, 2018
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• Mayor for a Day winner organizes ‘Thank You’ event for Airdrie first responders

  Dozens of people came out to city hall to show their appreciation for Airdrie paramedics, firefighters, bylaw officers and RCMP members.

  Sep 8, 2018