Media Statement: November 9, 2026

MEDIA STATEMENT

ESSENTIAL AMBULANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT REACHED

The County and CUPE Local 4911 signed an Essential Ambulance Services Agreement (EASA) on Friday, November 6.

The EASA sets out how many paramedics and ambulances must keep working if CUPE 4911 leadership takes paramedics on strike, so that residents continue to receive emergency care.

With the agreement in place, the earliest a strike could begin is 6:30 a.m. on Friday, November 13. The union must give 48 hours’ notice before a strike. No notice has been given.

The County remains focused on reaching a fair agreement without a strike. Its offer remains on the table, along with its proposal to have an independent interest arbitrator settle the remaining issues, as has been the approach in most paramedic disputes across Ontario in the past 25 years.

Paramedic service continues as normal. For medical emergencies, call 9-1-1.

For updates and frequently asked questions visit Engage Ptbo County.

Media contact: communications@ptbocounty.ca