Boyle Healthcare Centre is a 20-bed rural hospital located at 5004 Lakeview Road in Boyle, Alberta, offering 24-hour emergency services to residents of Boyle, Athabasca County, and surrounding communities. The emergency department assesses and treats a broad range of medical conditions using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), and stabilizes higher-acuity patients for transfer to larger regional facilities when needed. On-site services including laboratory, pharmacy, diagnostic imaging, and general medicine make this the primary point of emergency care for this rural region.
Services & Specialties
24-Hour Emergency DepartmentGeneral Medicine (diabetes, pneumonia, asthma, heart conditions, infections, kidney/gall stones, abdominal pain, cancer, arthritis)General Radiography (X-Ray)Laboratory ServicesPharmacyAmbulatory Day Procedures (Ventolin treatments, cast changes, IV medication)Addiction and Mental Health Services (children, youth, adults, older adults)Home CareImmunization (Adult and Infant/Preschool)Telehealth ServicesNutrition ServicesBreastfeeding ClinicCar Seat Safety ProgramEarly Childhood Intervention ProgramEnvironmental Public HealthEquipment Loan ProgramAlberta Aids to Daily Living ProgramSpecialty Clinics (nephrology, obstetrics and gynecology, orthopedics, surgical, pulmonary, brace/orthotics, phlebotomy)Interpreter/Translation ServicesPalliative Care
Amenities
On-site pharmacy
Laboratory services
X-Ray / Diagnostic imaging
Cafeteria with food and beverages
Vending machines
Telehealth services
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Interpreter/translation services
Parking & Transit
Free on-site parking is available at 5004 Lakeview Road. The facility is wheelchair accessible. For Home Care services, use the staff entrance at the northeast corner of the building rather than the emergency entrance.
Boyle is a rural village in Athabasca County with no public transit routes serving the facility. Most patients arrive by personal vehicle. The hospital is approximately 45 minutes from Edmonton. Ambulance services are based in Boyle and serve the broader Athabasca, Lac La Biche, and Thorhild areas.
Best Times to Visit
🟢 Quieter times
No historical wait time data is currently available for this emergency department. Generally, rural emergency departments tend to be less busy on weekday mornings and early afternoons. If your condition is not life-threatening, arriving earlier in the day on a weekday may result in shorter waits.
🔴 Busier times
No historical wait time data is available for Boyle Healthcare Centre. Like most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays may see higher patient volumes. Avoid driving to the ER during severe winter weather — call 911 for ambulance transport instead.
Tips Before You Go
Call 780-689-3731 for general facility information; the switchboard forwards calls outside of regular office hours (8:00 AM – 4:15 PM daily).
For life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, stroke symptoms, or severe difficulty breathing, call 911 immediately — do not drive yourself.
Ambulance services based in Boyle cover the surrounding region including Athabasca, Lac La Biche, and Thorhild, so emergency help can reach you from this hub.
If you are visiting an inpatient, visiting hours are Monday to Sunday, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Complex or high-acuity cases may be stabilized at Boyle Healthcare Centre and transferred to a larger regional hospital — ask staff about transfer arrangements if you have concerns.
What to Bring
Valid Alberta Health Care (AHCIP) card or provincial health insurance card
Government-issued photo ID (driver's licence or passport)
List of current medications, including dosages and prescribing doctors
List of known allergies (medications, foods, environmental)
Any relevant medical records, referral letters, or recent test results
Personal comfort items for potential wait times (water bottle, snack, warm layers)
Contact information for your family doctor or regular healthcare provider
A trusted friend or family member who can help communicate your symptoms and remember information
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the phone number for Boyle Healthcare Centre?
The main switchboard number is 780-689-3731. For emergencies, call 911 or the emergency line at 780-213-6207. The switchboard is staffed in-office Monday to Sunday, 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM, and calls are forwarded outside those hours.
Does Boyle Healthcare Centre have an X-ray machine on site?
Yes, general radiography (X-ray) is available on site at Boyle Healthcare Centre, along with laboratory and pharmacy services, making it well-equipped for a rural facility.
Can Boyle Healthcare Centre handle serious emergencies, or will I be transferred?
The 24-hour emergency department at Boyle Healthcare Centre can assess and treat a wide range of conditions. For complex or high-acuity cases that require a higher level of care, the team will stabilize you and arrange transport to an appropriate regional hospital.
Are mental health services available at Boyle Healthcare Centre?
Yes. Addiction and Mental Health services are available on site for children, youth, adults, and older adults. Clinicians work with individuals and families to address moderate to severe addiction and/or mental health concerns.
How far is Boyle Healthcare Centre from Edmonton?
Boyle is approximately 45 minutes from Edmonton. Patients who require specialized care not available at the Boyle facility may be transferred to a larger Edmonton-area hospital.
Is translation or interpreter service available at the Boyle Healthcare Centre emergency department?
Yes, interpreter and translation services are available at the emergency department to help ensure all patients can communicate effectively with healthcare providers during their visit.
About ER Wait Times
Emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.
Wait times are estimates based on Alberta health data using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.