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SkyMed

SkyMed is a Canadian medical drama television series created by Julie Puckrin.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

SkyMed is a Canadian medical drama television series created by Julie Puckrin. It follows the nurses and pilots of an air ambulance service operating in remote northern Manitoba. The series premiered in 2022 on CBC in Canada and Paramount+ in the United States.

Premise

SkyMed follows the personal and professional lives of young nurses and pilots working for an air ambulance service in remote northern Manitoba. The series combines medical emergencies with character-driven drama.

Production and release

The series was created by Julie Puckrin and first aired on CBC in Canada in July 2022, with Paramount+ carrying it in the United States shortly afterward. It has continued with multiple season renewals.

Cast and characters

The series features an ensemble cast led by nurses and pilots serving the air ambulance operation. Available sources identify Natasha Calis, Morgan Holmstrom, and Mercedes Morris among the principal cast members.

Reception and distribution

SkyMed has been distributed through CBC and Paramount+, with seasons made available on streaming platforms in multiple markets. Public listings describe it as a drama focused on life-and-death situations in northern Canada.

Key facts

  • The series centres on an air ambulance crew of nurses and pilots in northern Manitoba.
  • It premiered on CBC on July 10, 2022, and on Paramount+ on July 22, 2022.
  • The show was renewed for a second season, which premiered in October 2023.
  • A third season was renewed in March 2024.
  • A fourth season was renewed in June 2025 and premiered on May 21, 2026 on Paramount+.
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Canadian context

SkyMed is set in northern Manitoba and was created and first broadcast in Canada, making it a distinctly Canadian television drama with a Canadian regional setting and production context.

Frequently asked questions

What is SkyMed about?
It follows nurses and pilots working for an air ambulance service in remote northern Manitoba, combining medical emergencies with interpersonal drama.
Who created SkyMed?
SkyMed was created by Julie Puckrin.
When did SkyMed first air?
It premiered on CBC on July 10, 2022.
Where is SkyMed set?
The series is set in remote northern Manitoba, Canada.
How many seasons does SkyMed have?
As of 2026, the series has four seasons.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SkyMed
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  2. Paramount+https://www.paramountplus.com/shows/skymed/
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  3. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt15437862/
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  4. Rotten Tomatoeshttps://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/skymed
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