PRESS RELEASE
VAN WERT, Ohio — Demers Ambulances, a pioneering ambulance manufacturer renowned for its intentional designs and thought leadership, is thrilled to announce its upcoming participation in Paramedic Services Week in Canada and National EMS Week in the United States. Both events will be observed from May 18 to 24, 2025.
This year, Paramedic Services Week and National EMS Week will share a unified overarching theme, “We Care. For Everyone.” The theme highlights the multifaceted roles of EMS professionals in an evolving environment, from community paramedicine to preventive healthcare. Furthermore, aligning with the week’s theme, each day will have a topic of focus: Health, Wellness, and Resilience on Sunday; EMS Education on Monday; EMS Safety on Tuesday; EMS for Children on Wednesday; Save-A-Life on Thursday; EMS Recognition on Friday; and EMS Remembrance on Saturday.
Scott Sawatsky, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Demers Ambulances, expressed the company’s appreciation, stating, “The theme of this year’s events, ‘We Care. For Everyone,’ serves as a powerful reminder of the indispensable role prehospital emergency services play in our communities, domestically and internationally. As a proud Canadian manufacturer, we recognize the essential contributions of paramedics and fleet managers, whether they support large urban operations or smaller rural services. The alignment of Paramedic Services Week and National EMS Week underscores our shared commitment to acknowledging and celebrating these critical services.”
“At Demers, we are excited to celebrate National EMS Week, honoring EMS professionals nationwide alongside their communities. These frontline heroes make an incredible daily impact, often working in high-pressure situations where every second counts. We’re proud to support them by designing ambulances with their needs in mind, focusing on intentional design, innovation, and ergonomics to help them perform at their best. We aim to create vehicles that enhance their comfort, efficiency, and ability to save lives, no matter the challenge. We look forward to bringing awareness to their profession and selecting a winner for our giveaway,” said Rob Eichorst, Commercial Vice President – U.S.
In Canada, Demers will host a photo contest for all paramedic services whereby participants can submit photos in four categories – vehicle, team, action scene, and/or a history submission featuring a Demers ambulance from years past. The manufacturer is celebrating its 65th anniversary, and the last category was established to honor its ever-evolving legacy of innovation in the industry. One winner in each category will receive a $350 CAD gift card for their paramedic service—perfect for treating the team to a lunch on Demers or giving back through a community initiative. Photo submissions should be uploaded to the online form, here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/T8X5VJL. Submissions will be accepted May 18 through midnight on May 25, 2025.
Meanwhile, in the United States, organizations will have a chance to win lunch on Demers ($250 USD value). This giveaway honors EMS professionals’ special relationship with each other by providing a crew meal to be shared. Entries will be accepted from May 18 to 24, 2025. One lucky department will be chosen on Monday, May 26, 2025, and announced as the winner. Those interested in entering should follow Demers on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/demersambulances for details on how to enter.
As Paramedic Services Week and National EMS Week approach, Demers takes great pride in providing thoughtfully engineered ambulances that cater to their customers’ unique needs. Their intentional design approach is future-focused, aligning with their commitment to leadership in the industry. This dedication echoes their passion for ensuring the safety, comfort, and ergonomic solutions that EMS professionals require to deliver exceptional care.
For more information about the Paramedic Services Week and National EMS Week initiatives hosted by Demers Ambulances, please visit their website at http://www.DemersAmbulances.com.
About Demers Ambulances
Demers Ambulances is one of the world’s largest and most reliable ambulance manufacturers. With over 25,000 ambulances delivered to more than 49 countries, the company is recognized as a leader in innovation, offering products that meet and exceed the expectations of emergency medical professionals. For 65 years, Demers has consistently led the way, launching 11 generations of ambulances, each more technologically advanced than the last, improving the experience for both paramedics and patients. Demers employs 400 people and is headquartered in Beloeil, Quebec, with manufacturing plants in both Canada and the United States. To learn more, visit Demers-Ambulances.com.
About Demers Braun Ambulance Manufacturer
Through its strong and diversified portfolio of brands – Demers, Braun, Crestline, and Medix – is one of the largest ambulance manufacturers in North America with multiple production and service center facilities across North America. Its offering of ambulance products range from the price-conscious value ambulance to the highly customized specialty vehicle. To learn more about how Demers, Braun, Crestline, and Medix can help you save more lives, visit Demers-Ambulances.com, BraunAmbulances.com, CrestlineAmbulances.com, and MedixAmbulance.com.