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    May 18 to 25 is National Paramedic Services Week

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    Midhurst/May 9, 2025 – The County of Simcoe proudly joins municipalities across the country in celebrating National Paramedic Services Week, taking place from May 18 to 25, 2025. This year’s theme, “We Care. For Everyone.” highlights the professionalism and commitment of our paramedics in providing compassionate and high-quality care to residents and visitors alike.

    County of Simcoe Paramedic Services (CSPS) has continued to evolve into a highly sophisticated emergency medical service, providing a broad range of community healthcare supports to Simcoe County.  From a highly trained team of Primary Care Paramedics and Advanced Care Paramedics to Community Paramedics, supporting vulnerable individuals and those managing chronic diseases, every role within CSPS is vital to continuously enhancing patient outcomes across the region.

    “Our County of Simcoe paramedics represent the very best of our community – skilled professionals who continually answer the calls for emergency medical support,” said Warden Basil Clarke. “Day after day, in all conditions and across our diverse region, they provide expert medical care with compassion and dignity. The evolution of our paramedic service reflects our commitment to excellence in emergency healthcare. This Paramedic Services Week, I invite all residents to join me in expressing profound gratitude to these everyday heroes who truly embody this year’s theme: ‘We Care. For Everyone.'”

    Upcoming Paramedic Services Week events include:

    Paramedic for a Day Swearing-in Ceremony 
    When: 
    Tuesday, May 13, 2025 ~ 9 a.m.
    Location: County Council, County of Simcoe Administration Centre (1110 Highway 26, Midhurst)
    The winner of the “Paramedic for a Day Contest,” whose essay best captured the Paramedic Services Week theme, “We Care. For Everyone,” will be sworn in.
    Media: Kindly notify Service Simcoe if you wish to attend.

    Town of Midland Public Works Palooza Event
    When: 
    Saturday, May 24, 2025 ~ 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 
    Where: North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre (527 Len Self Blvd., Midland)
    County of Simcoe Paramedic Services will be taking part in the Town of Midland’s second annual Public Works Palooza. Attendees will be able to get up close and personal with the equipment that keep the community safe. Visit the Town of Midland website for full details.

    Tay Township Meet the Fleet
    When:
     Saturday, May 24, 2025 ~ 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
    Where: Veteran’s Lane, Victoria Harbour
    County of Simcoe Paramedic Services will be taking part in Tay Township’s Meet the Fleet event. Guests will learn more about what Public Works professionals do for the community to make it safe and fun all year round. Visit Tay Township’s website for full details.

    The County of Simcoe is composed of sixteen member municipalities and provides crucial public services to County residents in addition to providing paramedic and social services to the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia. Visit our website at simcoe.ca.

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