Simcoe County Paramedics of OPSEU Local 303

10/16/2026

Here is yet another story from a Paramedic who was diagnosed with Cancer.

Please watch David’s story. Then please click on this link and send a letter to the Minister of Labour in support of Presumptive Legislation for certain cancers that Paramedics are at a higher risk of getting - https://opseu.org/sectors/health-care/ambulance/pcl/

Your support is appreciated and needed.

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10/15/2026

Study by Queen’s University researchers investigated mental wellness and organizational experiences of public safety personnel (PSP) like border services officers, communicators, correctional workers, firefighters, paramedics, and police officers in Ontario.

Megan Edgelow, lead author of this study, says that the psychosocial hazards of public safety work are not being prevented and managed and that the workforce is ""absorbing harm.

Excessive workloads, bullying, inadequate resources to do the work, and role conflict are among hazards in need of addressing.

They also mentioned mixed perceptions of relevance in mental health training where they feel educational resources and training efforts were simply “tick box” exercises. Critically, many who wanted training expressed a desire for in-person group training.

Mental health programs offered by the WHSC can help. We focus on strategies to prevent the many psychosocial hazards negatively impacting the mental health of all workers including PSP. Learn more. https://ow.ly/oMJZ50ZSOvU

10/15/2026

Two units. Only one has full time staff.

The Paramedic Response Unit responds to emergencies when the Ambulance is already on a 911 call. Because it relies on casual paramedics, it isn't on the road every day. Its 2 full time jobs have sat open for 16 months. That's 20% of our full time staffing. A competetive and fair deal helps keep paramedics in Rama.

Fill the jobs. Staff the unit every day. Better emergency coverage for our community.

10/15/2026

Always a good feeling when you arrive at your station to see a beautiful rainbow! Helps heal from doing those difficult calls.

Always take the time to enjoy the beauty around you and reset.



Photo credit - Cara Spearin

10/14/2026

Here is another Ontario Paramedic sharing his story about his fight with cancer…..

You know what to do, keep sharing and talking about it.



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10/14/2026

You have seen a couple of the videos that have been posted about Presumptive Illness Legislation for Paramedics when it comes to certain cancers. This is a provincial push as Paramedics across Ontario are seeing the negative effects of our work and seeing the higher cancer rates.

We appreciate everyone who has shared (with some more to come) and we appreciate all of you who have watched these videos. We hope that you have also gone to this link (opseu.org/pcl) and sent the letter to the MPP’s so they know the community support we have for this legislation.

Please take the time to share with all friends and family these posts and encourage everyone to hit that link. Ontario Paramedics need your support now more than ever. We are adding a couple information sheets so you can see the research if desired.

Thank you for your continued support for Paramedics.

10/12/2026

Please take the time to watch this video of Dave. Paramedics continue to have deal with cancer at a higher rate than the general public and we need your help to get presumptive legislation so they can be taken care. Paramedics spend their entire careers helping people and now they are requesting YOUR help.

Click on the link (opseu.org/pcl) and send a letter to appropriate MPP’s and help the Paramedics that are always there ready to help you in your time of need.

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10/11/2026

A huge shoutout and thank you to Maverick's Donuts, Barrie 🍩💛

Working over the Thanksgiving long weekend can be tough, but your incredible kindness and generosity made our hardworking crews feel so loved (and absolutely full of sugar!). We appreciate you always going above and beyond to support our frontline workers.

Your amazing donuts brought so many smiles to our shift! Thank you for being such a wonderful part of our community.
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at OPSEU Local 303! 🍂👮‍♂️🚑👩‍🚒

10/08/2026

We stand with our fellow Paramedics in Rama! Being 18 months without a contract is a long time. Please invest in those that put themselves out there every day to care for your community members.

18 months without a contract.

Rama’s paramedics have had no collective agreement since April 2025. No cost of living adjustments. No benefit changes. Paramedics continue to leave this job at alarming rates. We're asking for a fair deal that keeps experienced paramedics here.

Invest in Paramedics. Invest in Rama.

10/08/2026

Over the next couple weeks we are going to be sharing videos of Paramedics from across the province. These videos are their personal experiences with cancer.

Studies have proven that Paramedics are much more likely to suffer from certain cancers than the general public.

Please click on the link (www.opseu.org/pcl) and support your Paramedics and help get them the Presumptive Legislation they need!

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