Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs

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The OAPC is supporting our members during the COVID-9 pandemic. Click to learn more.

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Paramedics on the frontline of COVID-19
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Ontario’s dedicated paramedics are on the frontlines. We know every call is a risk. The OAPC is working to keep paramedics in the field protected. We are collaborating with other healthcare professionals, reaching out to our government partners and making sure our members have the most up-to-date information, tools and resources they need to stay safe and healthy as they answer every call. Here are some of the ways we are working and engaged: Sit at......
23 March, 2020
PACE 2019: Fitness Competition
Submitted by: Andrea Joyce Director of Paramedic Services Naotkamegwanning EMS During the third week of September, the Paramedicine Across Canada Expo was held at......
28 October, 2019

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OAPCWe are pleased that first responders, including paramedics, are being further protected. We’ll now know #COVID-19 s… https://t.co/e8FbSxgvmF30 mins ago

OAPCA sobering look at what paramedics face on the frontlines of the #COVID19 pandemic. They will continue to respond t… https://t.co/53OpVNJklN6 hours ago

OAPCWe encourage you to share to ensure all Ontarians know about this support. Stay well. https://t.co/N2kARziPmu3 days ago

OAPCStaying home works. It saves lives. Keep safe and tell others to do the same. It helps all of us who are responding… https://t.co/GLbkKqulLf3 days ago

OAPCGood news from @ONThealth that public health units in Ontario will have increased capacity to help slow the spread… https://t.co/YqciZ6qmD53 days ago

OAPCWe stand with the @OntarioHospitalAssn and our healthcare colleagues in calling for enough protective masks across… https://t.co/FX1rf29XSJ4 days ago

OAPCOntario - Duty Calls; please answer the call ~pjc https://t.co/Duvu6UIx195 days ago

OAPCRT @CPatClinic: Thank you to our community paramedic partners for your dedication to keeping vulnerable older adults in the community safe…5 days ago

OAPCRT @ChiefGSage: Very difficult post from a @OAPCMedia colleague. @CHassberger please take care of yourself and your family #COVIDー19 is tak…6 days ago

OAPCPlease don’t be a #COVID19 rebel; be a stay at home hero ~pjc https://t.co/CkTVN68b4n6 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
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
“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
“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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Looking for an opportunity to acquire employment with a paramedic service or to advance your career? Consider employment opportunities with the EMS / Paramedic team.

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