About Us
Meet the Committee

Committee &
Faculty Information

The South Saskatchewan First Responders Conference Committee (SSFRCC) is dedicated to providing high-quality education and professional development opportunities for first responders. Our volunteer committee works year-round to organize a successful conference experience for all attendees.

450+

Annual Attendees

30+

Sessions & Workshops

Current Committee Members

Bill Cook

Chairman, SSFRCC
ACP (Retired) • Serving since 2000

Peter Den Hollander

Logistics Coordinator, SSFRCC
ACP (Retired)

Jenna McIntosh

Member-at-Large, SSFRCC
MFR/EMR Instructor • SHA MFR Provincial Coordinator. Serving since 2025

Ray Francis

Past Chair, SSFRCC
ACP/EMR (Semi-Retired) • Serving since 2000

Mike Slater

Treasurer & Secretary, SSFRCC
ACP, Moose Jaw • Serving since 2000

Wanda Brilz

Registrar, SSFRCC
ACP (Retired)

Lacey Didrick

Instructor Coordinator, PCP • MFR/EMR Instructor Serving since 2024

Honouring Our Past Committee Members

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the dedicated individuals who have helped shape the South Saskatchewan First Responders Conference over the years.

  • Jenifer Elias-White, ACP, SHA – Weyburn EMS (2000–2023)
  • Ken Exner, ACP – Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina
  • Sharon Teske, PCP – FR/EMR Instructor, Soo Line Ambulance, Milestone
  • Brenda Fry, ACP
  • Bert Kauf, PCP
  • Shannon Blair, ACP
  • Lacie McKenzie, PCP

Thank You

Your dedication, leadership, and countless volunteer hours have played an important role in the success of our conference.

You will be missed—but not forgotten.

Don’t worry—you’ll likely see many of our past committee members at future conferences as attendees, guest speakers, volunteers, or perhaps even entertainers!

Faculty & Instructors

Thank You for Volunteering Your Time!

Our conference is made possible by the outstanding instructors who generously share their knowledge, experience, and passion for emergency medical care.

Conference Faculty

  • Lacey Didrick – PCP, MFR/EMR Instructor, SHA MFR Provincial Coordinator
  • Kathy Christmann – PCP/EMD, MFR/EMR Instructor, Paramedic & Medical Manager, Athabasca Basin Medical
  • Keith Leduc – PCP, Moose Jaw & District EMS
  • Mary Keturakis – PCP, Weyburn EMS
  • Len Rostotski – ICP, MFR/EMR Instructor, Provincial Director of Training, St. John Ambulance
  • Sharon Teske – PCP, MFR/EMR Instructor, Yellow Grass
  • Ashley Thompson – ACP, BLS/ACLS Instructor, Harm Reduction Manager (South East)
  • Brian Walters – ICP, MFR/EMR Instructor, Gull Lake
  • Pam Rowland – PCP, MFR/EMR Instructor, Weyburn EMS
  • Scott Debienne – ICP, MFR/EMR Instructor, North East EMS
  • Mila Herauf – ICP, MFR/EMR Instructor, Coordinator Central, Watrous & District EMS
  • Ian Brown – ACP, La Ronge EMS & Northern Air Medevac
  • Rob Buchanan – ICP, JT Ambulance Service, Grenfell
  • Daniel Bradnam – ACP, Medavie Health Services West, Saskatoon
  • Rebecca Sadana – ACP, BLS/ACLS Instructor, Harm Reduction Manager (South East)
  • Landon Ullrich – ACP, SHA Health Services Manager
  • Andrea Martinson – ACP
  • Chad Martinson – ACP, First Aid Instructor, Weyburn EMS

Guest Speakers

We are proud to welcome a variety of experienced professionals who share their expertise and real-world insights throughout the conference.

  • Tim Hillier
  • Ray Francis
  • George Hleboff
  • Jack Renee
  • Owen Burtram
  • Kathy Christmann
  • Landon Ullrich
  • Jack Magera

Join Our Team

Interested in Becoming an Instructor?

We are always looking for experienced and enthusiastic professionals to join our faculty.

If you’re passionate about education, emergency medical services, and helping first responders develop their skills, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact us to learn more about volunteer instructor opportunities and become part of the SSFRCC team.

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