The first thing you notice when speaking with Trevor Leduc is his warmth, energy and enthusiasm - especially when he talks about the new emergency medical training he received. After gaining certification in Occupational First Aid Level 3 recently, he had a chance to continue with the higher-level and more community-focussed Emergency Medical Responder, or EMR training, and went for it.
Member of the Klahoose First Nation, Leduc lives at the Klahoose Village, working as its Public Works Manager. He wishes to use his new EMR training to further improve emergency response in the village, and serve the entire community of Cortes Island.
Leduc suffered a serious accident in 2016 which he claims he should not have survived. The excellent care he received and strong recovery compelled him to return the favour by serving as volunteer firefighter for the Manson's Fire Hall, and now as volunteer medic. He credits his love of scientific knowledge and ability to retain it as key to his success in getting through the training.
Leduc hopes to pursue more study in emergency medical response, as well as serve on the local ambulance crew.