Celebrating 25 Years of York Region Paramedic Services
This year marks the 25th Anniversary of York Region Paramedic Services.
In January 2000, the Regional Municipality of York began to oversee the delivery of land ambulance services. York Region Emergency Medical Services (EMS) was created through the amalgamation of six ambulance services that had previously operated in the Region.
Today, York Region Paramedic Services employes nearly 800 staff members, including 550 frontline paramedics, community paramedics and special operations paramedics. Beyond the frontlines our staff includes, logistics, fleet, scheduling, wellbeing supports, communications and community events and operational planning.
25 Years of Compassion and Care
Exhibits
Discover the evolution of York Region paramedics over the past 25 years. This exhibit showcases the history, current achievements, and future aspirations of York Region Paramedic Services through artifacts and stories, celebrating the heroes who serve our community.
York Region Paramedic Services 25th Anniversary Exhibit
April 15 - 28, 2025
York Region Administrative Centre - Great Hall
17250 Yonge Street
Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1
May 15 - August 15, 2025
York Region Administrative Centre - Lobby
17150 Yonge Street
Newmarket, ON L3Y 8V3
Events
Join us and help celebrate Paramedic Services Week from Sunday, May 18 to Sunday May 25, 2025.
Open House – Paramedic Response Station 32
Residents are invited to the new station to enjoy free, family-friendly activities, displays and demonstrations for all ages. Meet our paramedics, tour vehicles and much more!
May 21, 2025, 4:00 - 7:00pm
53 Jacob Keffer Parkway
Vaughan, ON L4K 5N8
Family Fun Day
Family Fun Day is a free, interactive event for residents of all ages to enjoy displays, hands-on activities, entertainment, facility and vehicle tours, meet mascots and more! The event celebrates Paramedic Services Week and National Public Works Week and offers visitors an opportunity to learn about the behind-the-scenes efforts that ensure the smooth and safe operation of our communities.
May 24, 2025, 10:00am - 3:00pm
80 and 90 Bales Drive E.
East Gwillimbury, ON L0G 1V0
York Region Paramedic Services: Caring for Residents 24/7
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