Supplier Session - Lessons from Canada: addressing paramedic shortages with innovation and integration

17 Sep 2025
EST Studio
Ambulance

As Canada grapples with paramedic shortages, Medavie is leading the way with an innovative bridging programme for internationally trained professionals. In this session, Carla Roy and Brad Reid will share how they’ve adapted global models, aligned scopes of practice, and created a structured pathway into the Canadian system. With lessons from across three provinces, they'll explore what UK services might learn about sustainable workforce development and improving care through international collaboration.

Speakers
Carla Roy
Carla Roy, Manager Professional Development and Quality Assurance - Medavie
Brad Reid
Brad Reid, General Manager, Medavie HealthEd - Medavie