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Toronto EMS is the sole ambulance provider within the City of Toronto boundaries licensed under the Ambulance Act of Ontario to transport patients in an emergency situation. (License #491). Requests for Paid Duty medical coverage should be made through our EMS Community Liaison Officers (Media & Communications Unit).

Service Representatives (EMS Liaison Officer)
John Ardern 416-397-0781 Pager 416-715-8075
Jim McCullough 416-397-0780 Pager 416-715-8181

Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) unit
This includes two Level I Paramedics and one fully equipped, ready to treat and transport ambulance.
$187.00 hr
 
Advanced Care Paramedics (ACP) unit
This includes a Level 2 and a Level 3 Paramedic crew with a fully equipped, ready to treat and transport ambulance.
$204.00 hr
 
Mountain Bike Paramedic
This includes a single Level 1, 2 or 3 Paramedic and a fully equipped Mountain bike ready to treat on scene.
$105.00 hr
 
EMS Operations Supervisor
Mandatory with events requiring three or more Paramedic units.
$138.00 hr
 
Emergency Medical Dispatcher
Required for events involving numerous EMS resources.
$93.00 hr
 
Other Specialized Resources  
Gator Ambulance Crew (cart-style ambulance) $209.00 hr
Emergency Support Units (ambulance bus or support truck) $209.00 hr
Marine Paramedic (works on a Toronto Police Marine Unit boat) $105.00 hr

General information

  • Dedicated coverage will be provided to your event.
  • In the event that we transport a patient from your Toronto location, we will provide a back-fill crew at no charge. This service may also be possible for locations outside Toronto.
  • Pricing is subject to change without notice; please call for a current quote. We will provide quotes and assist you in choosing the right EMS medical coverage for your special needs. No additional charges will apply on evenings, weekends, or holidays.
  • A minimum 24 hours notice is requested for all bookings. We reserve the right to decline or not guarantee service on bookings accepted under that minimum.
  • A $75.00 surcharge will apply to all bookings with less than 24 hours notice, or those placed after normal business hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • All services have a 4 hour minimum and a 2 hour preparation and travel time charge. All charges apply to the nearest half-hour.
  • Cancellations made with less than 12 hours notice are subject to a 4-hour service charge.
  • We are required to charge 5% GST on all services.
  • The City of Toronto will invoice all charges and cheques are payable to "Treasurer, City of Toronto".

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