Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators

Some important and interesting sessions happening at the CNAR Conference, kicked off with an inspirational keynote address from Dr. Roberta Bondar. Thank you, CNAR!

Today, we remember those who carry the burden of the residential school experience and renew our commitment to truth telling and reconciliation. Widespread public acknowledgement of the painful history, continued impact, and intergenerational trauma of Canada's residential school legacy is a vital component of the reconciliation process.

Have you ever wondered how COPR creates its Entry to Practice Examinations? The following video explains the well-established process known as “examination blueprinting” used for developing each examination. An examination blueprint is a “roadmap” which outlines what a new EMR, PCP, or ACP needs to know and be able to do to work safely and effectively.  We encourage you to share within your networks as appropriate! French video to follow. https://lnkd.in/gHevAKQ2

With the transition underway to the new Canadian Paramedic Competency Framework (CPCF) comes new Examination Blueprints. COPR is thrilled to announce that the following Examination Blueprints have been approved by the COPR Board of Directors. Please note, these do not come into effect until future examinations based on a timeline currently being developed. High-level Timeline: First EMR Examination testing to the new CPCF: November 2025 First PCP Examination testing to the new CPCF: Spring 2026 First ACP Examination testing to the new CPCF: 2027 New EMR Examination Blueprint: https://lnkd.in/g_DFmPXi New PCP Examination Blueprint: https://lnkd.in/g6m4M5Sz New ACP Examination Blueprint: https://lnkd.in/gPRWF--A

COPR celebrates International Paramedics Day which was created and is organised and run by the College of Paramedics in the UK. The day recognizes paramedics and emergency medical responders around the globe and the vital role they play in people’s lives in almost every imaginable situation. Did you know that, in Canada, provincial paramedic regulators have the legislated authority to grant registration/licensure/certification to individuals to practice as paramedics. Some regulators utilize COPR to assist them in assessing credentials of international applicants prior to those applicants completing provincial regulatory requirements. This past fiscal year, COPR received 29 international applicants from such countries as Australia, South Africa, the UK, and others. Visit https://lnkd.in/d_qjuaD8 to learn more about the initiative, and https://lnkd.in/d2TpHrye to learn about COPR’s assessment process.

On June 21, for National Indigenous Peoples Day, we recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis across Canada. There are many events happening that showcase the richness of their stories and we encourage you to explore what is happening in your local communities by visiting https://lnkd.in/gGTPSr75

It's Paramedic Services Week 2024, a time to celebrate and honour the professionals who provide these vital services. We encourage you to visit the Paramedic Chiefs of Canada website at https://lnkd.in/eCfpy64z to learn more about this year's national theme "Help Us Help You".

There is still time to participate in our Examination Blueprint Survey! The deadline has been extended to tomorrow, May 22, and should take approximately 10 minutes to complete. This is an important element in the implementation of PERRs and COPR values your input. Thank you.