Northeast Community Health Centre

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About Northeast Community Health Centre

Northeast Community Health Centre (NECHC) is a 24/7 emergency department located in northeast Edmonton, AB, operated through Alberta Health Services. The ED is staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists who triage patients using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to ensure the most urgent cases are seen first. As a teaching clinic affiliated with the University of Alberta's Faculty of Medicine, NECHC serves a diverse community including low-income families, recent immigrants and refugees, Indigenous peoples, and individuals with complex mental health needs — offering stabilization, referrals, and follow-up care.

Services & Specialties

24/7 emergency department, Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) patient assessment, Stabilization and transfer coordination to higher-level care facilities, Pediatric emergency assessment and treatment, Child Asthma Clinic partnership, Child and Adolescent Health Clinic, Developmental and behavioural assessment for children and teens, Mental health and addictions services, Family medicine, Public health nursing (immunization, pre/post-natal support, health screening), General radiology, Audiology services, Diabetes prevention, Women's health, Interpreter and translation services, Referrals to family doctors and specialists.

Amenities

• Free on-site parking with security patrols
• Wheelchair accessible facility
• Interpreter and translation services available
• Modern facility (noted by patients)
• Blue emergency phone and safety lighting in parking lot

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Tips Before You Go

• Check AHS published ER wait times for NECHC online before you leave home — this can help you decide whether to come in or explore alternate care options.
• Use the AHS 'Know Your Options' tool for non-urgent concerns; NECHC also has family medicine and community clinics that may be more appropriate for minor issues.
• Arrive early in the morning on weekdays if possible — early mornings tend to be less busy at community EDs compared to evenings and weekends.
• If you need an interpreter, NECHC offers translation services — let the registration desk know your language needs when you arrive.
• Transit is a reliable option: the Clareview LRT station is less than 500 metres away, making it easy to reach without a car, especially if you may not be fit to drive home after treatment.
• If you are bringing a child, note that NECHC has dedicated pediatric services and partnerships with the Child Asthma Clinic — staff are experienced with pediatric emergencies and complex developmental needs.

What to Bring

• Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence or passport)
• Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card
• List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
• Provincial health information or referral letters if applicable
• Emergency contact name and phone number
• Method of payment or credit card for any incidental costs
• Comfort items for a potential wait (water bottle, snack, phone charger)
• Any relevant medical records, test results, or imaging if you have them

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.