Island EMS

10/23/2026

🚨 Planned Emergency Training Exercise on Monday, October 26

Emergency responders will be participating in a planned Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) training exercise on Monday, October 26, from 4–5 p.m. on Centreline Road near Montrose.

📍 Road closure: Centreline Road between Route 152 and Marchbank Road will be closed to traffic and inaccessible to the public during the exercise. Traffic control personnel will be on site to direct motorists along detour routes.

🚑 Residents may see emergency vehicles and simulated emergency response activities in the area. This is a planned training exercise, not a real emergency.

Exercises like this help emergency responders practice working together to ensure a coordinated, effective response when real emergencies happen.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

10/21/2026

The new base in Montague will allow us to better accommodate our crews, vehicles and equipment, while creating an environment where staff can prepare for calls, decompress between responses and return ready to serve our communities.

Construction is underway on a new paramedic station in Montague.

Through the Emergency Health Services agreement Island EMS, paramedic services in Montague will relocate to a new 4,440 square-foot facility once construction is complete. It will replace the existing 2,640 square-foot building and provide expanded space for emergency operations, including vehicle storage and drive-through bays. It will also provide a shared space for the Mobile Mental Health program.

Read the full release here https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/new-montague-paramedic-station-to-support-emergency-health-services

10/19/2026

Our hearts are with everyone impacted by the tragedy in Wainwright, Alberta, this past weekend, from Canadian Armed Forces members and their loved ones to the first responders, hospital staff, and our fellow colleagues at Medavie Health Services West who worked tirelessly on the response.

From Island EMS, we’d like to extend our sincere condolences to everyone navigating this difficult time and express our gratitude to Canadian Armed Forces members for their service, dedication, and sacrifice.

10/12/2026

Tomorrow morning at 10:30AM, our Manager of Mobile Mental Health, Carolyn Taylor, will be featured on CTV to talk about how the Mobile Mental Health program supports Islanders experiencing mental health and addiction challenges.

She’ll share what happens when someone reaches out for help, how the team responds, and how the program connects Islanders with supports and resources in our communities.

We are excited to see Carolyn highlight the incredible work of the team and the impact MMH continues to have in communities across PEI. Tune in!

10/12/2026

This Thanksgiving, we're feeling especially grateful for our amazing team. Thank you for showing up every day with compassion, dedication, and a commitment to caring for those we serve.

From all of us here at Island EMS, Happy Thanksgiving to Islanders across the province!

10/01/2026

As part of our 20th Anniversary at Island EMS, we invited our team to nominate businesses and organizations in the community that could benefit from an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). We chose 3 recipients as a way of thanking the communities that have supported us over the past 20 years, while helping improve emergency preparedness for those who live, work, and gather at these locations.

As part of this initiative, AEDs were donated to Community Inclusions, Tyne Valley Playschool, and Argyle Shore Community Centre.

Our first recipient, Community Inclusions, was nominated by Advanced Care Paramedic, Jules.

“I chose Community Inclusions/bakery due to our family involvement with it for many years. I have multiple siblings with disabilities and years ago places like these didn’t exist. For a long time, it was on the family to care for our loved ones for their entire lives. And that’s exactly what my parents were preparing to do.

When community inclusions came around, it gave my siblings freedom, a place to live, while actively teaching them everyday life skills. Now with my own child with special needs, places like Community Inclusions gives me hope and security for his future.”

Community Inclusions has made a lasting impact on Jules' family, offering opportunities, independence, and support that have brought peace of mind to loved ones across generations.

The bakery Maple House Bakery & Café, owned by Community Inclusions, where the AED was placed, also provides employment opportunities for many people, including Jules' brother.

“However, with special needs, often comes special health concerns. Again, with my brother in mind due to his complex medical history, along with the community, and the rest of the staff and residents, Community Inclusions was the first place I thought of that could use an AED.

They've given so much to us over the years, the least I could do was write a simple nomination and hope for the best for them.”

We also had the opportunity to speak with Kevin Porter, Executive Director of Community Inclusions, about the impact of having an AED on site.

“Having an AED on site demonstrates Community Inclusion's commitment to the health, safety, and well-being of the adults we support, as well as our employees, volunteers, and members of the public who visit our bakery and café. By maintaining an AED on the premises and ensuring staff are trained in its use, we are better prepared to respond quickly in the event of a medical emergency, helping to create a safer and more inclusive environment for everyone who enters our facility.”

Kevin also expressed his gratitude for Jules' nomination and for the continued support of first responders in the community.

"We are certainly very grateful for local paramedic Jule-Anne Trowsdale’s nomination, which led to the donation from Island EMS - Medavie Health Services. We extend our sincere appreciation to Island EMS - Medavie Health Services and to all first responders whose commitment to community safety makes a meaningful difference every day.”

09/30/2026

Today, on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour the children who never returned home from residential schools, the survivors, and their families and communities. We recognize the ongoing impacts of this history on Indigenous Peoples and take time to reflect on the importance of healing, understanding, and reconciliation.

Wearing orange epaulettes during the month of September is one way Island EMS demonstrates our commitment to honouring this reflection and standing in solidarity with Indigenous communities. As healthcare providers, we know that trust, respect, and compassion are at the heart of the care we provide. We are committed to treating every person with dignity, while continuing to learn, listen, and strengthen the relationships that help ensure equitable care for all.

Today and every day, we remain committed to listening, learning, and doing our part to help build a future rooted in understanding and reconciliation.

09/22/2026

Yesterday, we were joined by CBC at our Charlottetown base to talk with Courtney, Seanan, and Jacques who are part of our DART (Designated Acute Rapid Transport) program here at Island EMS. DART brings highly experienced paramedics with specialized skills and expertise to some of the most critically ill patients across PEI. Their knowledge and experience allow them to provide advanced care when patients need it most.

You can tune in to see Courtney, Seanan, and Jacques on CBC Compass tonight at 6PM or live at the same time on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/ to learn more about the DART program directly from the folks who help deliver it every day. They'll share how the program works and the impact it's having in our communities.

09/11/2026

The Designated Acute Rapid Transport — or DART program is the Island's Community Paramedic Response Units. These units are equipped with all the required medical equipment to provide diagnostics and treatments in a patient’s home. Previously, paramedics were required to take all patients to the ED, including those who may be better served elsewhere. As many as 35 percent of patients would refuse transport, leaving them on their own to access further care.

09/08/2026

It's the first day of school, and students across our community are heading back to the classroom, reconnecting with friends, and meeting their teachers.

The return to school means busier roads, school zones, and crosswalks throughout our neighbourhoods.

With that in mind, we want to remind everyone to obey reduced speed limits in school zones, watch for students crossing unexpectedly, and use extra caution around school buses. Parents can help by reminding children to stay back from the curb until the bus has come to a complete stop and to always be aware of their surroundings.

By slowing down and taking a little extra care, we can all help students get to and from school safely.

Nitro, and all of us here at Island EMS are wishing students, teachers, school staff, and families a safe, successful, and rewarding school year ahead! 💚