Paramedic Services Week
Each year in May, the County of Simcoe, along with the Paramedic Chiefs of Canada, recognizes Paramedic Services Week across Canada. National Paramedic Services Week celebrates the caring professional paramedics in Canada. Local recognition of this week showcases the integral role County of Simcoe Paramedic Services play in keeping our community safe, healthy and strong through community-based programs, training and educational initiatives.
Paramedic for a Day Contest
County of Simcoe Paramedic Services are once again hosting the Paramedic for a Day Contest in commemoration of Paramedic Services Week (May 19 to 25, 2024). Grade 5 and 6 students residing in Simcoe County are asked to write a short essay (maximum 250 words) that speaks to the theme “Help Us Help You”, highlighting the many ways that callers can prepare for a Paramedic to attend a call.
The deadline to enter is May 14, 2024, at 8 p.m. The winning entry will be announced during Paramedic Services Week, with the winner receiving a visit to their home/school from a Paramedic crew, along with an ambulance tour. The crew will also present the winner with a First-Aid Kit and take part in a mock scenario and photo opportunity.
To enter, please email your essay to paramedic4aday@simcoe.ca. Be sure to include the student’s name, name of parent/guardian, home phone number, and what school the student attends.