Ponoka County expresses concern over increase medical calls for volunteer firefighter, increased PTSD

June 7, Ponoka County, Alta. – Ponoka County council discussed a resolution May 10 that would demand Alberta Health Services (AHS) compensate jurisdictions where volunteer firefighters continue to provide medical assistance while waiting for EMS to arrive, however, they ultimately decided to defer the matter to their next meeting on June 14. Rimbey Review reports. | READ MORE