Primary Care Paramedics – Paramedic Services

Peel Regional Paramedic Services

Peel Regional Paramedic Services (PRPS) is committed to providing vital out-of-hospital emergency and community care to the residents of Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon. Each year we respond to over 160,000 emergencies and are recognized as leaders in out-of-hospital care, innovation, research and our employee support programs, which include robust mental health and wellness support.

Become #Peel Proud

Every four minutes, someone in Peel calls 911, making PRPS one of the busiest paramedic services in Canada. We're proud to provide service to over 1.6 million residents along with the thousands of people who commute through Peel each day and the millions who pass through Pearson International Airport. Our leadership team is committed to protecting the psychological and physical health and safety of all of our employees through impactful support programs that meet the needs of each individual.

We're proud not only to make a living in Peel, but more importantly for our community, we make a difference.

Primary Care Paramedic (PCP)

Up to 100 Temporary Part-Time Positions Available.

Join one of Canada's busiest and most progressive paramedic services serving over 1.6 million residents across Mississauga, Brampton, and Caledon.

Position Details

• Number of Positions:
  Up to 100 Temporary Part-Time Positions

• Location:
  
  Various Peel Regional Paramedic Services reporting stations

• Hours of Work: 12-hour rotating shifts (Days, Peaks, Nights)

• Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  Up to 42 hours per week

• Additional Information:
  Flexible part‑time scheduling with opportunities for short‑term and long‑term full‑time assignments following platoon rotations.

Compensation

• Hourly Rate (Effective April 1, 2027): $51.03 – $54.20 per hour

• 10% in lieu of benefits on all hours worked
• 4% vacation pay on all hours worked

Why Join Peel Regional Paramedic Services?

Mental Health & Wellness Support

• One mental health assessment annually

• Up to 16 treatment sessions per calendar year

Recruitment Expense Reimbursement

• Written Assessment Fee ($20)

• Physical Abilities Test Fee (up to $350)

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Eligible candidates who successfully complete the recruitment process and their six‑month probationary period will be reimbursed for these expenses.

Career Development Opportunities

• Industry‑leading clinicians and educators

• Future full‑time opportunities

• Research, innovation, and professional growth

Recruitment Process & Timelines

Job Posting:
October 8, 2026 – November 19, 2026

Virtual Written Exam:
December 15, 2026

Virtual MMIs:
January 11, 2027 – January 21, 2027

In‑Person Scenarios & Driving Test:
February 3, 2027 – February 19, 2027

Job Offers to Successful Candidates:
Late February 2027 – Early March 2027

Cohort Start Dates:

Cohort #1: April 22, 2027

Cohort #2: May 27, 2027

Cohort #3: June 30, 2027

Cohort #4: August 5, 2027

* Note:

All recruitment and orientation dates are tentative

Required Qualifications:

• Qualified to work as a paramedic in Ontario as per the Ambulance Act ()

• Diploma in Ambulance and Emergency Care OR graduate from an approved Ontario Primary Care Paramedic training program

• Ministry of Health A-EMCA certification (or A-EMCA pending) or Equivalency Certificate

• Valid Ontario Class “F” license OR proof that a Class F road test has been booked no later than February 1, 2027 OR equivalent that meets the requirements of the Ambulance Act

• Applicants must hold a successful Ottawa Paramedic Physical Abilities Test (OPPAT), Ontario Paramedic Lifting Evaluation (OPLE), or Paramedic Functional Abilities Test (PFAT). Physical assessment must be valid at the time of job offer
  . For more information or to schedule an appointment please contact:
  • OPPAT at
  • OPLE at
  • PFAT at

• Applicants must provide proof of immunization against communicable diseases,…