Become a Peel paramedic
Education and training
To qualify as a paramedic in Ontario, you must:
- Graduate from a certified Ontario college paramedic program. To get accepted into the Ontario college paramedic program, you need to have a:
- High school diploma
- Senior high school science and biology
- Current CPR C (basic rescuer level)
- Current immunizations
- Have a valid class-F license at the time of hiring.
- Be hired by a paramedic service. Each service has its own recruiting program.
- Pass the paramedic base hospital certification process.
- Pass the provincial certification exam (Advanced Emergency Medical Care Attendant).
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Benefits and opportunities
- 100% of our 2025 recruits were offered permanent full-time positions during orientation or shortly thereafter.
- In 2026, 56 new recruits have already secured regular full-time positions.
- Beginning fall 2026, all Peel paramedics will receive autonomous IV training, expanding clinical skills and scope of practice.
- We offer a fully funded internal Advanced Care Paramedic Program.
- Opportunities to join specialized teams, including: Tactical Paramedic Team, Public Order Unit, and Community Paramedicine Team.
- A dedicated External Violence Against Paramedics Program supports staff safety and well-being
These are just a few of the many benefits and career opportunities available with Peel Regional Paramedic Services.
This opportunity is only for those interested in employment as a Cross-Certifying Primary or Advanced Care Paramedic with Peel Regional Paramedic Services.
Requirements
Experienced paramedics previously employed in an Ontario paramedic service for at least 5 months (or equivalent number of hours if part-time) may be eligible for this recruitment process.
Must be currently clinically active, certified, and in good standing with an Ontario Base Hospital as a Primary or Advanced Care Paramedic.
Certification must remain valid until cross certification with Sunnybrook Regional Base Hospital, scheduled for October 2 and November 18 of 2026.
Tentative Application details
- Application deadline: July 10, 2026
- Interviews (MMIs): July 27 to 30, 2026
- Scenarios and skills testing: August 12 to 19, 2026
- Job offers: Late August 2026
- Mandatory orientation for cohort 1: October 15 to November 6, 2026
- Pre-orientation: October 1, 2026
- Mandatory orientation for cohort 2: November 19 to December 11, 2026
- Pre-orientation: November 12, 2026
Medical documentation
HRI checklist
- Ensure that you have all documents outlined on the new hire pre-orientation checklist.
- Bring the original documents with you to your documentation appointment.
If you have any questions about the HRI checklist, refer to the HRI FAQs.
All documentation should be completed by September 16 for cohort 1 or October 13 for cohort 2.
Experienced paramedics must be currently employed with an Ontario paramedic service for a minimum of 5 months (or equivalent number of hours if part-time) as of orientation start date.
Stage 1: Interviews
We will conduct virtual interviews from July 27 to 30, 2026.
This exercise is approximately 60 minutes in duration and follows the Multiple-Mini Interview (MMI) process.
Browser requirements for virtual interviews:
Virtual interviews must be completed using Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox internet browsers only.
Stage 2: scenarios and skills testing
The scenario and skills assessment will be held indoors in a climate-controlled environment. Candidates will complete 2 scenarios, which will be evaluated using the Global Rating Scale (GRS), as well as skills stations.
Following these assessments, you will be required to submit all your HRI documentation.
For more information, refer to the required documentation section.
Stage 3: Driving test and scenarios
(for new graduates and some experienced paramedics only)
The driving test is an in-person road test. Make sure you plan to be on site for several hours on the days of your assessments. The driving test will be conducted outdoors in an ambulance, while the scenario assessment will be held indoors in a climate-controlled environment. Candidates will complete 7 scenarios, which will be evaluated using the Global Rating Scale (GRS).
Following these assessments, you will be required to submit all your HRI documentation
For more information, refer to the required documentation section
You are responsible for completing and submitting all your medical, physical, and legal documents before the due dates.
We may also ask you to submit electronic copies or show the original physical documents at any time.
We can eliminate you from the recruitment process at any stage for failure to submit any requested documents.
Physical test
To be eligible to participate in the physical test or accept a conditional offer of employment, you must submit a Physical Agility Assessment completed by the Ottawa Paramedic Physical Abilities Test (OPPAT), the Ontario Paramedic Lifting Assessment (OPLE), or the Paramedic Functional Abilities Test (PFAT).
Make sure your physical assessment is valid until mid-March 2026.
Due date: This document is needed before a job offer can be made in March.
Medical documentation
As a part of our medical evaluation, we need you to complete the Health questionnaire.
Due date: This document should be completed by September 16 for cohort 1 or October 13 for cohort 2.
HRI checklist
Ensure that you have all documents outlined on the new hire pre-orientation checklist.
Bring the original documents with you to your first day with PRPS.
If you have questions about the HRI checklist, refer to the HRI FAQs.
Due date: This document should be completed by September 16 for cohort 1 or October 13 for cohort 2.
Criminal record check
You need to have your criminal record check less than 60 days before your start date.
Due date: This document should be completed by September 16 for cohort 1 or October 13 for cohort 2.
Some municipalities require a signed criminal record request form from Peel Region. Confirm with your local police department if they require this form.
If so, email Peel Regional Paramedic Services to request the form or to make an appointment to pick one up.
The processing time for vulnerable sector checks varies between municipalities. Check with your local police department and plan accordingly.
