First Responder
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Federal government invests $28.2M in mental health support for first respondersThose on the front lines of the pandemic are facing exhaustion and many are walking away from their careers. Ottawa's investing $28 million towards addressing mental health issues.HealthJun 27
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First responders call for more support for them and their families living with PTSDThere's a growing concern about the people working on the front lines. But beyond the worries for their mental health, there's a fear for their families who are also suffering.FeaturesJun 3
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One person dead following Montreal apartment fire early MondayAn early morning fire in an apartment building on Gatineau Avenue in the Côte-des-Neiges borough of Montreal claims one life Monday.FireMay 30
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Former Calgary paramedic flies to Ukraine war zone to helpA Calgarian and former paramedic flew to Ukraine, prepared with medical gear to help refugees or wounded soldiers but discovered value in bringing realities of war to Canadians.FeaturesMar 16
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Behind the bay doors: Leduc firefighters sue for harassment, assaultTwo female firefighters working for Leduc Fire Services are now suing the City of Leduc alleging more than a decade of harassment, sexual assault, discrimination and bullying.CrimeMar 9
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How a small New Brunswick fire department reached out to FDNY after 9/11Capt. Dwight Robertson recalls how Riverview, N.B.'s small fire department delivered care packages to the families of firefighters who died at Ground Zero on 9/11.LifestyleSep 10, 2021
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Florida ‘Paramedic of the Year’ charged in theft of COVID-19 vaccinesJoshua Colon is accused of covering up for his supervisor, who allegedly took three vaccine doses that were meant for firefighters.TrendingJan 27, 2021
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Firefighter-paramedic role in Saskatoon evolves over 30 yearsTreatment and medications administered by a firefighter-paramedic have expanded over the past three decades, according to the SFD.CanadaNov 14, 2019
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Peterborough man accused of sexually assaulting first responderPolice allege the man assaulted a first responder in Jackson Park.CrimeApr 15, 2019
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Moose Jaw paramedic uses music to help first respondersA Moose Jaw paramedic is using music to raise money for other first responders dealing with mental health issues.CanadaMar 24, 2019
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