More than 100 paramedics with Essex-Windsor EMS have received some long-overdue recognition.
They've been honoured at the first-ever EMS Awards and Recognition Ceremony, paying tribute to those who best represent the service's values of accountability, integrity and compassion.
Chief Bruce Krauter says it means a lot to those who are in the field day in and day out. "We see things that actually a screen writer or someone that's writing a movie can't make up. We see that every day and this is a release for the paramedics and the staff, to just get together and have a good time, celebrate and relax, but also to be recognized."
Among the awards presented last night were Rookie of the Year, Paramedic Mentor of the Year and the Fellowship Award.
CTV Windsor's Michelle Maluske was also honoured for a series she did on the service that paramedics provide and the difficulties that often go along with it.