Our Story

We Care for you is not just a motto but a way of life for the staff and management of Parkland Ambulance Care Ltd. Since 1974, with two staff and two ambulances Barry and Wayne Dutchak forged a family run business that today is one of leading services in this province. Our mission and vision illustrate our founding principles. Our crest tells a lot of who we are also. It is as important as the Star of Life symbol is to the EMS industry.

Striving to do their best everyday, with long hours and little sleep, Barry and Wayne raised a family, grew a business and served the public of north central Saskatchewan. In the early days training was limited, equipment was the bare essentials and the salary minimal. "We were our own dispatcher, driver and bookkeeper in those early days," remembers Barry. "Many a holiday was spent caring for someone's loved one." Back then medical training began with basic first aid and CPR. Sometimes a prayer on those tough calls made the difference. Today with the most modern equipment, competitive salaries and a great group of personnel, Parkland Ambulance Care Ltd., has every right to be proud of its community achievements.

Parkland Ambulance Care promotes an environment where everyone will be treated and spoken to with respect and dignity

A smile and a handshake welcome you on a visit to their base of operations in Prince Albert. From shining shoes to equally clean emergency vehicles, one can not help but note the pride the employees have in the service. For some this their first job on what is a promising career in EMS. For others they speak of "old days" as their experience boasts a wealth of knowledge for this company.

"Our company is more than the walls of this building," states Trevor Dutchak, a third generation family member now general manager of Parkland Ambulance. "Our employees are what makes this service. When they put on that uniform, sit behind the wheel of an ambulance or answer the telephone, they show true professionalism and compassion each and every time."

The future is bright and many challenges await the staff and management of Parkland Ambulance Care. As a proud partner with many "firsts" such as the Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation and the Prince Albert Parkland Health Region, we are leaders in the emergency medical services.

Don't let anything stop you.  There will be times when you'll be disappointed, but you can't stop.  Make yourself the very best that you can make of what you are.  The very best.
                                                          - Sadie T.  Alexander