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title: "Gord Armstrong"
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date: "2026-07-30T21:53:37+00:00"
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##  Gord Armstrong

###### 28 January 2026 | [Canada26](https://cbrneworld.com/index.php?option=com_tags&view=tag&id%5B0%5D=96:canada26)

Gord Armstrong brings nearly 25 years of service and experience, with over 15 of those years in Toronto Paramedic Services, Special Operations Division. Over 15 years as a Public Order member and a dozen years as an Advanced CBRNE technician.

Since 2017 Gord has been a certified trainer for Toronto’s Public Order Unit and Joined the CBRNE training cadre in 2021. First, in a part time role and full time since 2023. In his role as a CBRNE trainer he has helped develop ongoing, joint CBRNE team training, Bloc training for Toronto Paramedic Service CBRNE members, and helping evolve the Toronto CBRNE Technician course.

Gord was a member of security elements for the Toronto G20, Pan Am games, and Presidential visits, along with innumerable lower profile events and demonstrations throughout Toronto.

During his career, Gord continues to strive for both lifelong learning and improvement in the pursuit of operational excellence, while developing and mentoring the next generation of high-risk response specialists.

 ![Gord Armstrong](https://cbrneworld.com/templates/yootheme/cache/a7/Armstrong%20Gord-a7ce821e.jpeg)

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