ST. JOHN’S, N.L.
NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR
CANADA
Six public consultations to help inform the drafting of new emergency health services and community paramedicine legislation will be held across the province next week.
In a release announcing details of the consultations, Health and Community Services Minister John Haggie said keeping the integrity of ambulance services in Newfoundland and Labrador is a top priority.
“I am pleased to begin this consultation process so that we may hear from the public about what is important to them,” he said.
“As recommended by Fitch and Associates, this new legislation will help us achieve a modern and reliable road ambulance system, and help ensure the system establishes consistent standards and oversight.”
To register for a session or view the discussion guide, visit www.engagenl.ca.
Written submissions will also be accepted through www.engagenl.ca or may be sent through regular mail to Emergency Health Services and Community Paramedicine Legislation, c/o Department of Health and Community Services, P.O. Box 8700, 1st Floor, West Block, Confederation Building, St. John’s, NL, A1B 4J6.
The deadline for submissions is Friday, Sept. 28.
Consultation schedule
|
Date |
Community |
Venue |
Time |
|
Monday, September 17 |
St. John’s |
The Capital Hotel, 208 Kenmount Rd |
2:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. |
|
Tuesday, September 18 |
Corner Brook |
The Quality Inn 64 Maple Valley Rd |
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
|
Wednesday, September 19 |
Grand Falls-Windsor |
Mount Peyton Hotel 214 Lincoln Road |
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
|
Thursday, September 20 |
Gander |
Albatross Hotel 114 Trans-Canada Highway |
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
|
Friday, September 21 |
Happy Valley- Goose Bay |
Nunacor 169 Hamilton River Rd Suite 100 |
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
|
Friday, September 21 |
Clarenville |
Clarenville Inn 134 Trans-Canada Highway |
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
