Fairview Health Complex

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. Generally, rural emergency departments tend to be less congested on weekday mornings and mid-afternoons. The daily outpatient clinic (9 AM–1 PM) is a good option for non-urgent concerns.

Busier times: No historical data is available to identify peak periods. As a general guide, evenings and weekends can see higher volumes at rural ERs. If your condition is not urgent, visiting during weekday mornings may result in shorter waits.

About Fairview Health Complex

Fairview Health Complex is a full-service acute care hospital located in Fairview, Alberta, operated by Alberta Health Services under the Peace Country Health zone. The emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and serves Fairview and the surrounding rural communities of northwestern Alberta with emergency, intensive care, obstetrics, pediatrics, rehabilitation, and palliative services. Patients with urgent or life-threatening conditions should come directly to the ER, while those with minor ailments can also access outpatient services daily from 9 AM to 1 PM.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Rehabilitation Services, Palliative Care, Addiction and Mental Health (Adult and Youth), Adult Day Program, Continuing Care / Long-Term Residential Care, Early Childhood Intervention Program, General Radiography (X-Ray), Laboratory Services, Outpatient Endoscopy, Pharmacy Services, Home Care, Nutrition Counselling (Adult and Pediatric), Occupational Therapy, Cafeteria Services.

Amenities

• Cafeteria (Mon–Fri 10:00 AM–7:00 PM; Sat–Sun 9:00 AM–6:00 PM)
• Vending Machines
• Inpatient/Clinical Pharmacy
• Wheelchair-Accessible Entrance
• Interpreter/Translation Services
• 24-Hour Switchboard

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Tips Before You Go

• If your concern is non-urgent or minor, take advantage of the daily outpatient clinic from 9 AM to 1 PM — register at the ER desk and you will be triaged before seeing a physician.
• All patients are assessed using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS); the most critically ill are seen first, so wait times for lower-acuity visits can vary.
• The facility's switchboard is available 24 hours at 780-835-6100 — call ahead if you have questions about services or need directions.
• Visiting hours are 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily; plan family or support visits within this window to avoid disruption to patient care.
• For mental health or addiction concerns, Fairview Health Complex offers dedicated services for children, youth, adults, and older adults — these can often be accessed without going through the emergency department.

What to Bring

• Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence)
• Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card
• List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
• Provincial health number or personal health number
• Any relevant medical records, referral letters, or imaging
• Insurance information (if applicable for out-of-province visitors)
• Comfortable clothing or a change of clothes if a longer stay is possible
• Phone charger or entertainment for potential wait times

Frequently Asked Questions

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. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.