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The Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs (OAPC) Symposium was the perfect stage to showcase Crestline’s latest vehicles and reiterate its commitment to Ontario EMS. As the event marked OAPC’s 25th anniversary, Crestline joined in celebrating not only this milestone but also Toronto Paramedic Services’ 50th anniversary, a partner whose legacy and innovation echo our own.
The CCL 150: Crestline’s Type I star of the show
For the first time in Ontario, Crestline showcased its Type I ambulance, the CCL 150. There is a need for 4×4 ambulances in Ontario. It has been a couple of years since we received the request from Northern Ontario EMS. To meet this requirement, Crestline introduced the CCL 150, a model originally designed for the US market in 2018. With over 300 CCL 150 Type I delivered in the US, this model has a track record of dependability.
The first delivery of a CCL 150 ambulance is scheduled for Spring 2026, after final MOH certification. Designed with Crestline’s hallmark durability, this 4×4 model reflects our ongoing commitment to providing reliable, future-ready solutions for paramedic services, particularly in rugged terrain and remote areas.
Toronto’s most advanced Crestline unit, FleetMax Next Generation
Alongside the CCL 150, Crestline proudly presented the Toronto Paramedic Services FleetMax. This unit represents the most advanced Crestline ambulance currently in Ontario, equipped with extended features that enhance operational performance, safety, and efficiency. Attendees were able to appreciate new options such as the Synch pattern lighting that synchronizes light patterns across multiple vehicles for coordinated response, Bird-Eye view feature, onboard Wi-Fi, the solar panel feature, along with custom configurations tailored to TPS needs.
This showcase would not have been possible without the exceptional partnership of Toronto Paramedic Services and its Chief, Bikram Chawla. We thank TPS for their trust, their collaboration, and for allowing us to highlight this milestone unit during their own 50th anniversary year, a celebration we are proud to share.
Addressing the Fleet Logistics Committee: a message of commitment
Another highlight of the Symposium was Crestline’s address to the Fleet Logistics Committee, delivered by Steve Hoffrogee, President of DBCM, Canada. In his remarks, Steve reaffirmed DBCM’s commitment to Ontario EMS by delivering on key promises:
- Improved lead times and stronger service support
- A future Ontario footprint designed specifically to address remount lead times, expand service offerings, and provide vehicle upfitting solutions
- A positive, forward-looking vision built on partnership and trust with Ontario EMS providers
In addition, Steve announced the creation of a new Specialty Vehicle division, which will operate under the Crestline Bus banner. This division will focus on supporting EMS and government needs for Multi-Patient Units (MPUs), command centres, and other custom builds. Importantly, this expansion allows Crestline’s production line to remain focused on ambulance supply, while extending product offering and support into adjacent areas.
The first Specialty Vehicle delivery is already on the horizon: Toronto Multi-Patient Units, required for the upcoming Soccer World Cup, will be delivered next year.
Thank you to Ontario EMS
None of these milestones would be possible without the dedication and collaboration of Ontario’s EMS community. To the EMS representatives, and partners who engaged with us at OAPC: thank you for your trust, your feedback, and your continued partnership.
As Crestline celebrates its own 50th anniversary alongside Toronto Paramedic Services, these shared successes underline a simple truth: together, we are building the future of EMS in Ontario.
