Paramedics warn of increasing ER closures in B.C.

Paramedics warn of increasing ER closures in B.C.

November 18, 2025 6:04 am PST.

One union in B.C. issued a warning to residents that an increasing number of ER closures is putting additional pressure on paramedic and ambulance services. Sarah Jones has more on the stress growing on the front lines.

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