Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs

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EMS Exemplary Service Medals - 30 & 40 Year Bars

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Target Engagement & Diversion (TED)
The Ottawa Paramedic Service has experienced a 14% increase in call volume over the past 4 years and continually looks for opportunities to improve the delivery of paramedic resources and services to our community. A particularly challenging population has been the shelter community. Suffering from substance abuse/addiction, mental health complications and overall poor medical health, the shelter community interacts daily with our paramedics. They have unique health care needs and may not fit in the regular mold of health care,......
09 April, 2018
The Lift Assist Phenomena: An Innovative Solution
In Canada, it is estimated that the proportion of older adults aged 65 years and over will increase from 15.3% in 2013 to approximately 22.9% in 2030. With an increasing number of older adults, the pressure on the health care system will increase consequently placing added demand on paramedic services — especially through the growing number of non-emergent calls. Forty percent of seniors are expected to fall at least once annually, and 21% of fallers attended to by paramedics visit......
26 March, 2018

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OAPCOur Eastern Chiefs are meeting today in Kingston. Thanks @FPSParamedics for organizing! https://t.co/syCqpabyYe3 hours ago

OAPCRT @SudburyStarPics: Students at Adamsdale Public School get up close to meet Bearamedic in Sudbury, Ont. on Wednesday April 18, 2018. The…21 hours ago

OAPCRT @MedicHonorGuard: Today is the last day to get tickets for the Ball! Seating plan being done tonight! @NightwatchTitus @Nightwatch_Dan a…2 days ago

OAPCIt's another day of severe weather in Ontario. Stay safe -- stay home if possible. Thank you to all the First Res… https://t.co/ug0ezi4fs04 days ago

OAPCIt's another day of severe weather conditions in Ontario. Stay safe -- stay home if possible. Thank you to all of t… https://t.co/6qkLH6vG0n4 days ago

OAPCGreat advice. https://t.co/FwtXOfZFW54 days ago

OAPCRT @NAEMT_: Sarnia, Ontario paramedics providing care in a non-traditional role have made 1,000 visits to the 62 patients, sometimes daily,…4 days ago

OAPCWhat a wonderful tribute @paramedicpaul . Thank you. https://t.co/Px7SgAqkMq5 days ago

OAPCRT @MLPS911: #jerseysforhumboldt #humboldtstrong MLPS sends our thoughts and support. Thank you “A” platoon for making our ribbons last ni…7 days ago

OAPCRT @ROWParamedics: #HumboldtStrong #JerseyDay #JerseysForHumboldt https://t.co/WzVhBsBpzD7 days ago

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Origin of the OAPC

The Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs (OAPC) was formed to allow members of the EMS/Paramedic industry to come together to develop common strategies for optimizing the transition to municipal control of ambulance service within the province.

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Committee

The OAPC has an organizational process that features six committees (groups) that oversee a number of working sub-committees, feeding information and recommendations to the Board. The core areas are: Strategic Analysis, Operations, Performance Standards, Professional Standards, Education & Research and Public Relations & Image Building.

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The OAPC is a great resource and conduit with respect to linking key decision-makers together around the Province. It allows for many networking opportunities within paramedicine and beyond. The opportunity to participate in the many working groups the OAPC is associated with is a testament to its commitment to collaboration and communication. The experienced Board of Directors are the voice and representation of the Paramedic profession at the Provincial level. The OAPC is a strong association that endorses and promotes patient advocacy and the evolution paramedic practice based on evidence informed decision making while continually progressing positively into the future.
Jeff McWilliam CMM III, EMS Executive Chief, Paramedic Services & Emergency Planning
“OAPC is an outstanding organization that allows paramedic services throughout the province of Ontario to be represented as a united front. The Board, Senate, individual committees, and Members are simply a phone call or email away to provide a wealth of knowledge on current or past legislative or labour relations challenges faced by paramedic services today. It’s not just an Association, it’s a family!”
Troy Cheseboro |Chief CMM III Region of Durham Paramedic Services
Since its inception, the Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs (OAPC) have provided its members a strong structure which promotes education, best practices, high-performance and leadership development. Through strong leadership, partnerships and collaborative activities they have demonstrated their ability to influence positive change and complement Ministry of Health initiatives such as Bill 163 and "Patients First". I have absolute confidence that the Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs represents the future of Paramedic services in Ontario.
Tom Reid, Chief Dufferin County Paramedic Service
“The Kenora District Services Board has been a member of the Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs member since its beginnings. Having an Association, with a collective voice, at the provincial table is crucial to having input into the development of regulations, standards and policy that govern the current and future direction of paramedic services in Ontario.”
Andrew Tickner, Chief of Emergency Medical Services, Kenora District Services Board

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