Paramedics from across Ontario are showing that even during a pandemic, those who have died in the line of duty will never be forgotten.
The annual Tour Paramédic Ride (TRP) traditionally would see paramedics from all over Canada and U.S. coming together to remember military and civilian paramedics who have died while serving. The event consists of a trek from Toronto to Ottawa on bicycles. The group would also read out names and rings the bell for each of the fallen paramedics.
However, with the cancellation of the TPR due to the COVID-19 crisis, a small group of Ontario paramedics has decided to band together for a smaller event to recognize those in the profession who have lost their lives.
On Friday, the group stopped in Chatham-Kent as part of an endeavour that will see them travel to all 52 land and air ambulance services in Ontario. The group plans to bring its Paramedic Memorial Bell to each stop where a small ceremony will take place to remember each fallen paramedic.
The TRP had been held every year since 2013.