President’s Message – Happy Holidays
G’day and Seasons Greetings! As we approach the end of the calendar year, I wanted to provide a few updates on where the College stands regarding governance, education and the ever-shifting landscape of healthcare in our province. A natural part of a healthy Council is the rotation of voices around the table; this change brings new perspectives and ensuresRead More
Introductions to New Council Members
On behalf of Council, the College is pleased to welcome Chris De Vries, ACP, and Joshua Brown, ACP, as our two new regulated Council members. So much of what occurs on Council happens quietly behind the scenes, so we appreciate any opportunity to give members a glimpse at the real people at the table, working hard to progress changeRead More
Understanding the Standards: Patient Health Record Access and Content
As you may know, the Standards of Practice set out the minimum standards in paramedic services. Each regulated member is required to understand and comply with these Standards, but how does this translate in the day-to-day work of EMRs, PCPs and ACPs? In an effort to help regulated members understand and apply the Standards to real life situations, weRead More
CEO Message – Approaching Year End
November has flown by, and we are already approaching the end of the year. As we settle into the winter months, I hope everyone gets the opportunity to bundle up and unwind with friends and family. Challenge coin orders continue to come in, as does encouraging, positive feedback for this new initiative. When we dreamt up these anniversary designs,Read More
Welcome to the first issue of the Industrial EMS eNews
Welcome to the first issue of the Industrial EMS eNews As part of our continued commitment to supporting Alberta’s EMRs, paramedics and their employers, we are pleased to introduce the first edition of our Industry Newsletter, a resource designed specifically for employers and staff working in industrial and occupational settings. This newsletter will be published three times per year,Read More
Employer Portal Updates
Employer Portal Updates In 2022, we transitioned to our new member management database, Alinity. This platform includes the Employer Directory, which allows employers to securely view the registration status of their employees at any time. To further support employers, the College has recently introduced an export feature. For employers, the directory functions similarly to the Verify a Member registry.Read More
Breaking Down the CC Program: CC credit adjustments while on leave
The Continuing Competence (CC) program can be an area of confusion for many members. It is always beneficial to cover some common areas of confusion for members. Previous articles: The CC program basics CE vs. SD activities Supporting documentation What is considered ‘relevant to your practice’? CC Audits Today, we will be going over the process for obtaining aRead More
Understanding the Standards: Duty to Report
Originally published on October 11, 2023. As you may already know, the Standards of Practice set out the minimum standards in the provision of paramedic services. Each regulated member is required to understand and comply with these Standards, but how does this translate in the day-to-day work of EMRs, PCPs, and ACPs? In an effort to help regulated membersRead More
Registrar’s Message – Renewal Recap and Fall Updates
Hello everyone, and welcome to the 2025/2026 registration year! With another renewal complete, I am encouraged to see that our number of renewed members continues to trend upwards. As of October 1, 2025, we had 8,638 registered members, which is the highest we’ve seen in years. In the past 6 years, attrition continues to be outpaced by new registrants,Read More
Develop Your Skills and Understanding with Free Courses
*Updated on October 31, 2025 The Continuing Competence program is an opportunity for members to develop their professional practice in areas of personal interest and growth. Linked here is a thorough list of approved Continuing Education courses and a brief bio about them including how many credits each course is worth. You can view the previous Continuing Competence articles:Read More
Recognizing exemplary service in EMS
Shared on behalf of the Alberta Awards EMS Committee. Nominate a peer for the EMS Exemplary Service Medal The Alberta EMS Awards Committee receives nominations for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Exemplary Service Medal. The EMS Exemplary Service Medal is a federal medal created by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. It is administered by the Governor General of CanadaRead More
Launching the Updated Learning Management System (LMS)
The College is excited to announce the launch of our updated Learning Management System (LMS). Members can now access the LMS directly from the College website, as well as under “Learning Modules” through their member portal. The same login information can be used for both modes of access. The LMS was introduced one year ago, in October 2024, toRead More