Frontenac Paramedics earn Exemplary Service Medal 30-year bars

Congratulations to Frontenac Paramedics Mark Podgers, Michael van Hartingsveldt, and Richard Russell who received Governor General's Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal 30-year bars at Queen's Park, November 20.

They are among 73 Ontario paramedics who received the awards.

The Governor General's Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal is awarded to paramedics who have provided the highest standard of care and conduct after at least 10 years of service in the field, on duty, and involving potential risk.

Each bar is an additional award of The Medal. Paramedics who have served for at least 30 years receive their First Bar, 40 years their Second Bar, and 50 years their Third Bar.

Congratulations gentlemen, and to all the Paramedics who were recognized.

Read more about the awards ceremony from the Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs