Medavie Health Services West - Central Alberta

06/12/2026

When it comes to a stroke, every second counts. During Stroke Awareness Month, we’d like to remind our communities that knowing the signs of a stroke can help you act FAST in an emergency.

Stroke can happen at any age. Recognizing the signs of stroke and calling 9-1-1 immediately can mean the difference between life and death, or the difference between a better recovery and a lasting disability.
Let’s all share the FAST signs of stroke: https://bit.ly/4egUoxB.

05/25/2026

Last week, we participated in a mock mass casualty incident exercise at the Red Deer Regional Airport alongside Red Deer County Fire, Blackfalds RCMP, and Red Deer EMS.

The scenario was a plane versus truck collision on the runway, with simulated casualties.

While unsettling to imagine, these types of scenarios provide a valuable opportunity for agencies to work together, improve communication, and gain hands-on experience in challenging response situations.

05/22/2026

As Paramedic Services Week comes to an end, we’d like to once again thank our paramedics for the diligence, skills, and commitment you bring to those who rely on you.

You support one another, care for the people you serve, and continue to show up with professionalism and heart in every situation.

Thank you for the difference you make in our communities, not just this week, but throughout the entire year. 💙

05/20/2026

Nick Chaykowski’s career to paramedicine started while working as a firefighter in 2016.

After completing Firefighting and Emergency Medical Responder training at Lakeland college in 2015, he worked as a helicopter firefighter for seven years in Slave Lake and Calgary areas. In 2018 he joined the Lake Louise Fire Department, where he met the towns physician who was an Advanced Care Paramedic actively responding to calls with the crew.

“The knowledge I gained working alongside her and the values she represented made me realize that patient care was the part of the job I connected with the most. That experience inspired me to pursue my Primary Care Paramedic and continue growing within paramedicine.”

After completing his P*P in 2019 while continuing to work as a firefighter, Nick joined Medavie Health Services West, where he eventually moved in to his current role as Assistant Operational Manager.

“This progression has given me the opportunity to make an impact not only through patient care, but also by supporting the team and processes that help deliver high-quality care across the service.”

Nick credits his time in EMS with strengthening his adaptability during dynamic changes, conflict resolution, critical thinking, and problem-solving. He says leadership within both systems shaped how important it is to have strong team management and understanding of the operational system.

“I am proud of everything I have learned and what shapes me in my role today.”

Thank you, Nick, and our entire team at Medavie Health Services Central Alberta, for everything you do for your patients, your colleagues, and your communities.

05/17/2026

Medavie Health Services West Central Alberta is fortunate to have dedicated and passionate paramedics who push themselves to be the best they can be for the communities they serve.

They show up every day with care, compassion, patience, and professionalism; not just during the big moments, but in the quiet ones too.

No matter what the day brings, our paramedics lead with strength, empathy and commitment in everything they do. They are constantly learning, growing, and supporting each other so they can provide the best care possible when it matters the most.

Paramedic Services Week gives us an opportunity to recognize and celebrate our team, but our appreciation for them goes far beyond this week. Thank you to each and every paramedic for the work that they do, the support that they give, and the difference they make in the lives of so many people.

05/12/2026

Every day, paramedics and nurses work side by side to support our communities through emergencies, difficult moments, and recovery. We see firsthand the impact nurses have not only on patients, but the entire healthcare system around them.

From busy departments to patient handovers and continued care, your role shapes the experience and outcomes of so many people every single day.

Thank you for everything that you do.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day! To all the hard working mom’s out there today. Thank you for all you do, for your families and your patients. 💐🌺🌷🌸

05/06/2026

Mental Health Week is a chance to slow down and think about how we're taking care of ourselves and the people around us.

This year’s theme chosen by the Canadian Mental Health Association “Come Together, Canada: Stronger Connections. Better Mental Health.” highlights how much social connection matters for our health and well-being. Whether it's at work, at home, or in our community, small moments of connection each other can make a difference.

Taking time to check in, reach out, and create safe spaces for meaningful conversation helps us build stronger and healthier communities for everyone.

05/01/2026

From community events to emergencies, they show up when they're needed, ready to respond no matter the situation.

The calls come in, and they take over, paramedics, EMTs, firefighters, police officers, and our other trusted community partners, bringing skill, focus, and experience into moments that demand all three.

Its work in our communities that often goes unseen, but never without impact.

Today is First Responders Day, a moment to recognize the people behind those calls, and the difference they make every single day.

04/28/2026

Today, on the National Day of Mourning, we join communities across the country in remembrance.

We honor those who have lost their lives at work and stand with the loved ones who remember them always.