2nd Annual Tribute to First Responders Day
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View OAEM's 2nd Annual Tribute to First Responders Day on May 1, 2023
First Responders Day Act
As per the First Responders Day Act, which was enacted in 2013, May 1st of each year is recognized as First Responders Day in Ontario. First Responders Day recognizes the valuable contributions of those who protect and preserve life, property and the environment during emergencies, which includes: police officers, firefighters, military personnel, paramedics, medical evacuation pilots, dispatchers, nurses, doctors, emergency medical technicians and emergency managers.
Read Bill 15 (Chapter 11 Statutes of Ontario, 2013) An Act to Proclaim First Responders Day
Premier Doug Ford's Message
Click here to view Premier Doug Ford's message regarding First Responders Day.
Solicitor General Sylvia Jones' Message
Click here to view Solicitor General Sylvia Jones' message regarding First Responders Day.
OAEM Inaugural Annual Tribute to First Responders Day - 2022
Click here to view OAEM's 2022 Tribute to First Responders Day, which includes several guest speakers from different first responder sectors.