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Understanding and Advancing Paramedic Education in Canada
JIBC brings EMR and paramedic training to OC’s Vernon campus
Okanagan College (OC) and the Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) are excited to announce a new partnership that will bring JIBC’s paramedic and emergency medical responder (EMR) training to OC’s Vernon campus, joining other public safety, education and health care programs at the campus.
The five-year agreement will see JIBC begin delivering its programs at OC this fall with approximately 600 students expected to take the training over the course of the agreement.
Student Experience with Emergency Medical Responder Program
Kyle Cempron’s student journey at the Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) is a remarkable testament to dedication and passion for emergency medical services. His story begins with the Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) program, a crucial first step that would set the foundation for his future successes.
A student's journey to Advanced Care Paramedic
SDH in paramedic training
B.C. trains more paramedics for emergency health care
See https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023PSFS0005-000133
VICTORIA - British Columbians will have improved access to emergency health services as the Province invests approximately $2 million into expanding paramedic training programs in communities around the province.
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Giardini Family Award
Value
One award of $1,500 will be available annually.
Eligibility Criteria
Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee status;
Open to students enrolled in the Primary Care Paramedic Program or Advanced Care Paramedic Program at the Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC); and
Students must demonstrate involvement in school and/or community activities, especially volunteering.
Brennan Beltrano Memorial Bursary
Value
One bursary of $1,000 is available annually.
Eligibility Criteria
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee status
- Open to students enrolled in the Primary Care Paramedic Program at JIBC; and
- Students must demonstrate financial need not met by other available sources of funding including student loans, grants, sponsorship, work income, etc.
Application Deadlines
- May 30
Brennan Beltrano Memorial Award
Value
One award of $1,000 is available annually.
Eligibility Criteria
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee status
- Open to students enrolled in the Primary Care Paramedic Program at JIBC; and
- Students must demonstrate involvement in school and/or community activities, especially volunteering.
Application Deadlines
- May 30