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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.
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
Does Fairview Health Complex have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes, the emergency department at Fairview Health Complex is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is also a walk-in outpatient clinic for minor ailments available daily from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM — patients register at the ER desk and are triaged before seeing a physician.
What is the phone number for Fairview Health Complex?
The hospital switchboard can be reached at 780-835-6100 and is available 24 hours a day.
Does Fairview Health Complex offer mental health or addiction services?
Yes. The complex provides Addiction and Mental Health services for children, youth, adults, and older adults. These services can often be accessed separately from the emergency department — call the switchboard at 780-835-6100 for guidance on the right point of entry.
Is the emergency department at Fairview Health Complex wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the emergency department has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. Interpreter and translation services are also available for patients who need them.
What services beyond emergency care are available at Fairview Health Complex?
Fairview Health Complex offers a broad range of services including an ICU, obstetrics, pediatrics, rehabilitation, palliative care, X-ray, laboratory, outpatient endoscopy, pharmacy, home care, nutrition counselling, occupational therapy, and continuing care for complex long-term needs.
Are there food options available at Fairview Health Complex?
Yes, the cafeteria is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Vending machines are also available on site.