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Medical First Responder Stories

Meet the people supporting communities when they need it most

Learn more about the experiences of our St. John Ambulance MFR teams. With over 2,500 teams and 275,000+ volunteer hours, they’re making a lasting difference in our communities.

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Meet Wyatt Munson
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Regina, Saskatchewan

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Meet Wyatt Munson

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"People feel joy when performing good acts or deeds because it is not a paid task but rather a selfless act. People feel that joy because they can see the positive difference they have made in someone...

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Ontario

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Meet Kito Lam

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"Community service has been a central part of my life, beginning with St. John Ambulance when I was 7. Around that time, my family received invaluable support from volunteers and hospital staff during...

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Nova Scotia/PEI

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Meet Jaser Lara de Larrea​

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"As an engineer, my contributions to public health are often indirect, but through my role as a VMR, I feel that I’m serving my community in a much more immediate and hands-on way. This experience has...

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Nova Scotia/PEI

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Meet Sarah Rondeaux​

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"Knowing that I’m part of something greater than myself makes me​ feel proud of the work I put into this team. We get the opportunity to help out at a wide range of events and I enjoy working with...

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Quebec

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Meet Nancy Legris

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“Volunteering plays a significant role in my life. It gives me a sense of accomplishment and the feeling that I can make a difference in my community. Our actions can change a life. Volunteering has...