The responsibility for ground ambulance services was transferred from municipalities to Alberta Health Services in a move designed to improve patient care, accountability, and efficiency. The transition took full effect April 1, 2009.

A new legislative and regulatory framework is being put in place to provide the foundation for this transformation.

Please visit www.health.alberta.ca for more information on the transfer.

Peace Hills EMS provides services to the County of Wetaskiwin and services can be obtained by dialing 911.

The Peace Hills EMS website states: "There are 4 ALS ambulances in the Wetaskiwin area, which are staffed with one Paramedic and one EMT, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are 2 staffed ambulance stations, one in the city of Wetaskiwin and the second at Pigeon Lake. Our Paramedics and EMTs work together to provide the most efficient and effective pre-hospital care available in the shortest time possible. Peace Hills EMS strives to keep up with new advancements in EMS that allows for above standard patient care. The staff, of Peace Hills EMS, works closely with the Wetaskiwin Hospital Emergency Department to ensure that the transition from pre-hospital care to hospital care is smooth and efficient.

Peace Hills EMS is involved with local community groups and schools to educate the citizens of Wetaskiwin and area in injury prevention and the importance of accessing Emergency Medical Services. We also work closely with the local Fire Departments and R.C.M.P. by participating in integrated training to enhance our services to the community.

The staff of Peace Hills EMS assist the Manager of operations to ensure the service runs smoothly and cohesively. Decisions on policies, hiring, equipment purchases etc. are made by the entire staff and not just Management. Inputs on daily operational improvements are always encouraged from staff.

Come check us out.  Visits and ride-alongs are welcome anytime." 

For more information please visit the following website: www.peacehillsems.ca/