We are pleased to announce that the Paramedic Chiefs of Canada has received approval for a national research study on violence against paramedics via targeted investment funds through Defence Research Development Canada (DRDC) Centre for Security Science (CSS).
In Canada, approximately 40,000 Paramedics dedicate themselves every day to providing compassionate care to people in need across the entire country. The number of Paramedics sustaining physical and psychological injuries from threats and acts of violence and abuse during the course of their duties, is on the rise. Violence against Paramedics is unacceptable.
The Paramedic Chiefs of Canada (PCC) supports a zero-tolerance position on physical and verbal attacks on paramedics and support staff.
This important research will allow us to advocate to change, influence policy and create awareness on the issue of violence within the Paramedic Community.
Please click here for more information on the PCC’s zero tolerance position statement: PCC Violence Against Paramedics Position Statement (paramedicchiefs.ca)
More information will be forthcoming soon.