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Joined June 2011
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Joel McDonald retweeted
City Council confirmed their decision to not accept EHS Alberta’s contract conditions due to the financial impact on taxpayers. The City remains open to discussions with partners on options to preserve an integrated Fire & EMS system. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4dCTPhk
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The Call for Presentations invites APCO Canada members, industry associates, business professionals and educators to submit a presentation proposal for Professional Development Educational Sessions to be presented during the conference. evoque.swoogo.com/apcocanada…
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Exciting news for public safety communications pros! Join us at the APCO Canada 2026 Conference & Tradeshow in beautiful Halifax, Nova Scotia, from November 16-19. Dive into cutting-edge sessions, network with industry leaders, and explore the latest tech in emergency communications. 🌟🚨 We’re calling for presentations shortly so be ready to share your expertise and insights! Also, be ready to nominate deserving colleagues for awards to celebrate their outstanding contributions to our industry. Book early to lock in savings on registration, spots fill up fast! #APCO2026 #PublicSafety #HalifaxNS #apcocan2026
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Having completed their probationary hours, they now stand on the front line of public safety - answering 9-1-1 calls, dispatching emergency crews and keeping our community safe. Look forward to an awesome career 🔥 #PSCC #EmergencyCommunications #Lethbridge #yql #911 #swornin
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APCO Canada is offering two great pre-conference workshops! These always fill up fast so register early to get your spot! Disaster Operations and the Communications Center 2nd Edition Nov 9 -10 $415.00 Crisis Negotiations for Telecommunicators 2nd Edition Nov 10, 2025 $225.00
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Don’t forget to plan ahead for your agency! This event is perfect for Managers, future leaders, frontline staff, and technologists. APCO 2025 Conference & Tradeshow November 10-13, 2025 August 31 - Early Bird Registration Closes lnkd.in/gj7K4H5B
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Our new Tactical Emergency Medical Support (TEMS) will see seven advanced care paramedics, with specialized training and equipment, embedded with the Police Tactical Team to provide immediate medical care to injured civilians or officers at the scene of high-risk incidents. #tems
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We both started at the same time in two very different business units, 20 years later and we get the joy of working together on a regular basis! #publicsafety #yql #fam #20years
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Had good time with LPS, RCMP, and Lethbridge Polytechnic discussing our careers and the opportunities on this podcast! Give it a listen. #911 #police learninginnovation.podbean.c…
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Always fun to bring a friend to work! Penny has grown up in and around the 9-1-1 center and we are always happy to see her fluffy face. #k9 #k911 #yql instagram.com/reel/C-fVt7RJr…
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Joel McDonald retweeted
19 Jul 2024
The APCO Canada Awards are open. Take a moment to fill out a nomination for someone deserving from your organization! #apcocan2024 #awards apco.ca/page/About_Awards
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This week marks the annual National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, a time dedicated to recognizing the invaluable contributions of Emergency Communications Officers across the country. Learn more 👉bit.ly/3xKWmDC
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A big shout out to all our Public Safety Communicators! This week we celebrate you all as the 1st First Responders. #npstw #911 #dispatch #apco
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Today we honour Logan Boulet and his inspirational legacy. Green Shirt Day was created to honour, remember and recognize all the victims and families of the fatal Humboldt Broncos bus crash and to inspire Canadians to register as organ donors. greenshirtday.ca.

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Join us at the ENMAX Centre from 3-7 p.m. for our spring Community Conversation, packed with over 30 exciting projects to explore and FREE activities for the whole family! #yql #lethbridge #communityconversations
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Thanks to @OAEM_Online for Inviting myself on behalf of @APCOCanada take part in their spotlight webinar to speak about what we are doing to help support the industry and the people with the transition to NG911. #ng911 #apcocanada #publicsafety
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Great message from Darren Edwards on determination, resilience, and mental toughness. #bapco #mentalhealth #911
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