Special Editions

WOMEN IN CANADIAN PARAMEDICINE: 2025

In every shift, every call, and every interaction with a patient, paramedics are faced with the unpredictable. But as we evolve, so does the way we approach our profession. Today, Canadian paramedicine is undergoing a transformation—not just in terms of the tools and techniques we use, but in how we view our roles, our impact, and ourselves. This evolution is being driven by new perspectives, innovative approaches, and a deep commitment to bettering not only patient care but also the well-being of those who deliver it.

WOMEN IN CANADIAN PARAMEDICINE: 2024

In the dynamic realm of pre-hospital medicine, where every second counts and every decision matters, the invaluable contributions of women in Canadian paramedicine stand as a testament to resilience, dedication, and transformative leadership. As we navigate the complexities of emergency response, it becomes increasingly evident that the inclusion and empowerment of women is not just essential but imperative for the advancement of our profession and the well-being of our communities.

WOMEN IN CANADIAN PARAMEDICINE: 2023

Women in paramedicine are life-savers and life-givers. We seek to cultivate meaningful relationships as we collaborate to challenge structures, systems, and social conditions that continue to disadvantage many. We recognize the implicit privileges and the power dynamics that exist when donning the paramedic uniform and commit to helping evolve our profession in culturally safer, humble, and socially responsive ways. We understand the work of equitable and just change can only be achieved through community. We are always learning from each other, the public and the many diverse peoples we care for.

WOMEN IN CANADIAN PARAMEDICINE: 2022

Women in paramedicine contribute by cultivating authentic connection, collaboration, expanded conversations, broadening perspectives, and strategies that value and recognize relationships as foundational. Long overdue, there is a growing recognition of the immense value women bring to the profession and integrated health services overall – contributing to diverse practice settings from clinical to research, education, advocacy and activism, strategy, policy-making, stewardship, leadership, and innovation. Times are changing.

WOMEN IN CANADIAN PARAMEDICINE: 2021

WOMEN IN CANADIAN PARAMEDICINE: 2020

Welcome, we are pleased to once again bring forward articles and discussion, the voices of change, to the profession’s understanding and commitment to praxis of diversity and inclusion in paramedicine practice and leadership.

WOMEN IN CANADIAN PARAMEDICINE: 2019

Welcome to a special issue of Canadian Paramedicine magazine. First, as you may suspect based on this issue’s cover, the women of Canadian paramedicine have played a large role in this edition. The theme for this issue is Women In Paramedicine: Past, Present and Future.