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Violence a reality for paramedics, says safety director

Just another way quality of life has deteriorated. Crime and violent crime have escalated dramatically in the past ten years. Personally I think if paramedics safety can’t be ensured while responding to drug overdose calls, then they should have the right to refuse unsafe work. And as for people randomly throwing objects through an ambulance window. Well, prison is probably too good for them. I don’t really see a place in society for people like that. As we slide further into recession and waste our limited resources on these people, when do we hit a breaking point and simply refuse?

- Zangief

Violence a reality for paramedics, says safety director

People who constantly spew anti-govt rhetoric help cultivate an atmosphere where violence towards public servants, including 1st responders, occurs. There are obvious other reasons why violence towards 1st responders occurs, but toning down the firehose of hate filled disrespectful anti govt conspiratorial babble would help.

- Mr Science

Violence a reality for paramedics, says safety director

I’ve seen violence against paramedics and fire fighters first hand which usually involves them administering narcan to a person who has OD’d on opioids. User can become extremely violent if taken out of their high too fast which is why narcan where possible is metered out in a controlled fashion to reduce the likelihood of a user becoming violent upon their high being interrupted.It is very real and occurs more than people want to believe. I don’t blame first responders waiting for more backup or police because it’s dangerous for first responders now.

- Dearth

Violence a reality for paramedics, says safety director

“ Violent incidents against healthcare workers have seen an increase in the past decade”Hmm, what else started 10 years ago? Oh yeah, it’s the sunny ways! 🇨🇦 🤡

- DD22

Violence a reality for paramedics, says safety director

Well when you let this scum roam the streets that's what you get. Isn't the NDP just great. Free drugs everywhere. Loonies running loose all over the place but we don't want to infringe on their rights do we. Enjoy

- Alt Center

Discipline hearing postponed again at mayor's request

trying to hold off until after the city election mr yu?

- bcracer

Violence a reality for paramedics, says safety director

It is very sad for Any 1st responders.. and citizens in any town. When the leaders that be don't listen to the people as a whole. Safe towns & cities should be a priority for everyone. I know I don't feel safe in PG.

- Princegeorgegirl

Alberta government pitches regional district on proposed pipeline

If Canada had developed its vast natural resources our lifestyle could match Qatar. But no, we are happy with unlimited debt and collapsed health care system, food banks running out of food. The list is long.Elbows up!

- HeeHaw

Discipline hearing postponed again at mayor's request

I am disappointed with EGBC. I understand that some accommodations are required to keep the system fair, but it has been almost a year. When will the delays stop and the hearing proceed?If the mayor is repeatedly using "mayoral duties" as an excuse, EGBC must put their foot down and ask, "what about your duties as a professional engineer?" It's the same duty that every engineer has and the mayor is no exception.

- Haakon Sullivan

Alberta government pitches regional district on proposed pipeline

This land belongs to all British Columbians period. I hope Regional and the province have the fore sight to see a future and use our own Canadian resources.

- Princegeorgegirl

Suspect in custody after Spruceland bank robbery

Spruceland has really degraded over the years. I remember riding our bikes there as kids.

- DD22

'Heartbreaking:' Defribrillator disappears from Masich Place

Just keep slapping our criminals wrists.🤦🏼‍♂️

- Marshall Dillon

Alberta government pitches regional district on proposed pipeline

If Carney is on board for the pipeline, Brookfield must be involved.

- HeeHaw

WHL suspends Cougars forward Foster two games for high hit

Good on PG for further cementing its reputation as a smelly backwoods backwater town of beavis and butthead bluecollar rednecks in the middle of nowhere.

- BGeez

Alberta government pitches regional district on proposed pipeline

BC has to be one of the dumbest places on earth not to develop our resources …. I’ve lived here all my life (my unceded territory) and it’s becoming unrecognizable under the insanity of progressivism gone wild… very sad…

- DD22

Prince George breast cancer researcher makes treatment easier

Fantastic!!

- 50yearsPG

Vees comeback kills Cougars' season

i guess the Cougars still aren't as good as they have, over the years, tried to convince us they are. Even their beat them into submission didn't work...maybe we should start supporting the Spruce Kings more and have them using CN Center instead of the COugars....

- bcracer

Fraser-Fort George directors look to bring vacancy tax north

Tax grab

- Marshall Dillon

Errant penalty call precipitates downfall of Cougars in Game 4

50+ years of playing & watching hockey, I’ve never seen a spectacle like that. That was the absolute worst display of officiating I have ever seen. Kudos to the coaches & players for mostly keeping their cool in such a one sided officiating debacle. Shame on those fans who could not control their emotions & aided the refs in their biased decision making. These are kids playing their hearts out & throwing debris on the ice because you’re frustrated…grow up & own your emotions, you achieved nothing, but ensured a Penticton victory. As for the referees, I hope that the WHL takes a long hard look at Bourdain & Love, the two referees, & disciplines or suspends them, especially Bourdain, he clearly lost his temper & let it affect his on ice decision making. Cougars, go get them in Penticton & bring it home to win the series!!!!

- Viquick

Errant penalty call precipitates downfall of Cougars in Game 4

Clean hit? Arms and hands up to put to face of opponent. Stick up, very high. The Cougars have been getting away with this cheap stuff all season. They have caused a number of injuries to other players this season. Time to call it what it is; cheap and stupid!

- HARRY ARMS