News Release
Canadian Paramedics mourn the line-of-duty deaths of two of their own
May 17, 2006
Canadian Paramedics mourn the line-of-duty deaths of two of their own.pmorneau - May. 17, 2006 08:23PM News and Announcements
For Immediate Release
Canadian Paramedics mourn the line-of-duty deaths of two of their own
2006/05/17—Ottawa—The Paramedic Association of Canada learned that early today two British Columbia Paramedics died in the line of duty while attempted to rescue individuals in a mine located near the community of Kimberly, British Columbia.
Paramedics across Canada are mourning the deaths of two of their colleagues today. “The Paramedic Association of Canada sends condolences to the families and friends of the involved paramedics” said Paul Morneau, Chairman of Government & Media Relations for the Paramedic Association of Canada. “Paramedics face dangerous situations everyday and risk their own lives to help others. The loss of two of our own is extremely difficult for all paramedics. This tragedy is even more difficult during national EMS week (May 14-20) where we celebrate the commitment and dedication that paramedics provide on a daily basis to the communities across Canada.”
The Paramedic Association of Canada asks that Flags be lowered to half-mast at paramedic stations and that paramedics wear black ribbons on their uniforms out of respect for our fallen comrades.
Contact Information:
Paul Morneau
Chair, Government & Media Relations
(613) 836-6581
Note to media: Out of respect for our fallen colleagues please use their proper titles of “Paramedic”.
