I met with CUPE5191, the union representing Paramedics in Waterloo Region, to discuss how Regional Council can improve paramedic retention and mental health supports, and continue advocating for new hospital resources. We can’t normalize ‘code reds’, where no ambulances are available to respond to emergenices. This happens far to often and the Paramedics union has been raising the alarm.

I will prioritize the reliable delivery of core public services in the 2023 Budget — we should strive to eliminate code reds and make sure our paramedics have the resources they need to take care of us!