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Bill 118 (Safe Driving) |
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In two weeks time, (Oct 1, 2009), Bill 118 (which became law) which prohibits viewing of electronic handheld devices, while driving, will be enforced. Devices include, cell phones; smartphones such as Blackberries; PDA's; IPods or other MP3 players; DVD Players; laptop computers; ebook readers; GPS units not affixed to the dashboard0; CB Radios; Ham Radios and portable games. If you are operating a motor vehicle and are witnessed by a police officer using any of the above devices, i.e. viewing, texting or verbally communicating on a cell phone without a headset , you will receive a ticket worth $500.00. If the officer considers such use of the device as careless driving, the consequences will include 6 demerit points; $2000 fine; insurance increase or cancellation; driver's licence suspension and possible incarceration. |
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2009 Cub First Aid Day |
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First Scarborough MedVents’ first annual Cub First Aid Day held on Saturday March 28th 2009 was a success; the venue was at the Toronto EMS headquarters located at 4330 Dufferin St., Downsview Ontario. This remarkable event was organized to help cubs earn their first aid badge through a serious of rigorous activities delivered by the youth from First Scarborough MedVents. The success of this event can be illustrated by the number of people who attended; there were about 13 different groups that attended with over 120 cubs and leaders. Moreover, media coverage was delivered by CP24, CTV News, Scarborough Mirror and a local Chinese newspaper. |
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Toronto St. Patrick’s Day, March 2007 and March 2008 |
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The 1st Downsview and 1st Scarborough Medical Venturer Company has participated in the annual Toronto St. Patrick’s Day Parade for seven years now. We started off the day with a trip for Donuts and Hot chocolate, before we headed off to wash all the TEMS vehicles for parade. After the through washing and drying with the assistance of the TEMS personnel, we decorated the vehicles with Shamrocks and Kelly green bunting. The weather was great. |
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MCI exercise a smooth operation, June 2007 |
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The MedVents assisted EMS Education and our new paramedic recruits in a simulated Mass Casualty Incident at the EMS Rubes education centre to test their medical skills. Our youth participated both as patients and as assistant first aid providers in the planned scenarios. The experience gained by the MedVents was invaluable in helping them prepare for their future as potential paramedic students. |
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