Chief Neal Roberts and Paramedic Robert Gordon from Middlesex County were recently honored with the Governor General Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal for an incredible 40 years of dedication. Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, presented the Second Bars. These prestigious awards, part of the Canadian Honours System established by late Governor General Romeo LeBlanc in 1994, acknowledge exemplary service and high standards of care. To qualify, a minimum of ten years’ field service, involving potential risk, is required. The Bars signify additional awards: thirty years of service earns the First Bar, forty years the Second Bar, and fifty years the Third Bar. The ceremony took place at Queen’s Park, Toronto.
Chief Neal Roberts – Awarded Second Bar (40yrs+) in 2023
Chief Neal Roberts has received a Second Bar for his Exemplary Service Medal, acknowledging his dedication to the Paramedic profession. Commemorating four decades of outstanding service to the citizens of Ontario, Chief Roberts is recognized for his unwavering commitment and leadership. His pivotal role in the Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs, where he has served as Secretary, Vice President, and President, demonstrates his enduring influence. Chief Roberts’ active participation in provincial committees and task forces has had a profound impact on the field of paramedicine in Ontario. Beyond his professional contributions, he remains deeply engaged in his community church, actively participating in various committees.
Paramedic Robert Gordon – Awarded Second Bar (40yrs+) in 2023
Paramedic Robert Gordon has received a Second Bar for his Exemplary Service Medal, celebrating four decades of continuous dedication to the well-being of Ontario’s citizens. As the longest-serving frontline paramedic within Middlesex-London Paramedic Service, Paramedic Gordon is an integral part of the organization. As a founding member of the Neonatal Intensive Care Transport Team at Middlesex-London Paramedic Service, he has played a crucial role in safely transporting numerous critically ill pediatric patients to definitive care, showcasing his unwavering commitment in all conditions.
written by: C. Soares
