First Responders

• ‘They took it upon themselves’: Saskatoon first responders go ‘above and beyond’

  First responders are the front line of defense against emergencies — and there are times when going the extra mile is required to help residents.

  Canada

  Dec 17
  
• First responders honour Edmonton security guard killed on the job

  In a rare tribute for a civilian, first responders created an honour guard for Harshandeep Singh's family to pass through at the young man's memorial service in Edmonton on Sunday.

  Canada

  Dec 15
  
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• B.C. nurses testify about ‘epidemic’ of workplace violence at Senate committee

  The union representing British Columbia's nurses took their concerns about an "epidemic" of violence against their colleagues to Ottawa on Wednesday.

  Health

  Dec 4
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• ‘They’re my heroes’: Hockey ceremony acknowledges those who saved referee’s life

  When a referee fell to the ice during a Maritime Hockey Summit game in August, the quick thinking of those in attendance saved his life. They were honoured at a ceremony on Sunday.

  Canada

  Nov 25
• ‘Pull over to the right and stop:’ First responders remind drivers of emergency etiquette

  Everyday, firefighters and paramedics respond to emergency situations with lives on the line but a key part of their response is driver cooperation on the road

  Canada

  Nov 20
• Ontario launching new mental health program for first responders

  The $32-million program will include a 24-hour call line and a web portal for services such as internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy and peer support.

  Canada

  Nov 19
• Lethbridge hosts inaugural suicide awareness conference for first responders

  Legacy Place Society held a conference in southern Alberta for first responders to connect and share stories of surviving suicide.

  Health

  Oct 24
• Camp Courage looks to empower next generation of first responders

  A nine-day camp for female and gender-diverse youth interested in exploring a career as a first responder is once again inspiring the next generation.

  Education

  Jul 3
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• Winnipeg students celebrate first responders

  Students at Meadows West School showed just how much they appreciate the hard work and dedication of each and every first responder working in Winnipeg on Thursday.

  Canada

  Jun 13
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• First responders gather at Manitoba legislature to honour late firefighter

  Prior to the first session of the spring sitting at the Manitoba legislature Monday, the province honoured the memory of Preston Heinbigner, 40, who died April 9. 

  Health

  Apr 22