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The Marshall Eliuk Peace River Community Health Centre, operated by Alberta Health Services, is the primary acute care facility serving Peace River and the broader northern Alberta region. Its eight-bed emergency department operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists who assess patients using the standardized Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS). As a regional hub on Treaty 8 territory, this facility offers a broad scope of services — including cancer care, cardiac diagnostics, and mental health — that reduce the need for northern residents to travel to larger centres like Grande Prairie or Edmonton.
Services & Specialties
24-hour emergency care (8-bed ED), Acute care (30 beds), Surgical services (on-site operating room), Cancer treatment — Peace River Community Cancer Centre, Cardiology and cardiac diagnostics, Cardiac stress testing and monitoring, Computed tomography (CT) imaging, Diagnostic imaging, Mental health services, Kidney treatment, Palliative care, Restorative and long-term residential care, Rehabilitation services, Wound care clinic, Eating disorder services, Oral health services, Sexual health care, Travel health and immunization, Breastfeeding clinic, Community home care, Public health and immunization programs, In-hospital pharmacy, Interpreter and translation services, Alberta Aids to Daily Living Program, Car seat safety program, Mother and baby classes.
Amenities
On-site cafeteria
In-hospital pharmacy (serves inpatients and long-term care residents)
Call the ED directly at 780-624-7512 if you have questions before arriving, especially for non-life-threatening concerns.
If you require language support, interpreter and translation services are available — inform staff at triage.
General visiting hours are 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM; if you are accompanying an ED patient, confirm access with staff on arrival.
This facility offers cancer care, cardiac diagnostics, and mental health services locally, so Peace River residents may not need to travel to Grande Prairie or Edmonton for many specialist needs.
The Peace River Community Health Centre is a training site for the Rural Alberta North & Rural Family Medical Training Program — medical residents and learners may be involved in your care under physician supervision.
What to Bring
Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records or recent test results
Provincial health number or out-of-province health insurance information
Phone charger or portable battery pack
Snacks and water for a potentially lengthy wait
Warm clothing or a blanket, as waiting areas can be cool
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the phone number for the Peace River Community Health Centre emergency department?
The main hospital number is 780-624-7500. The emergency department can be reached directly at 780-624-7512.
Does the Peace River Community Health Centre have an operating room on site?
Yes, the facility has an on-site operating room, allowing surgical procedures to be performed locally without requiring transfer to a larger centre.
Does Peace River Community Health Centre offer cancer care locally?
Yes. The Peace River Community Cancer Centre is located within the facility, providing oncology treatment to northern Alberta patients without requiring travel to Edmonton or Grande Prairie.
Are interpreter services available at the Peace River ER?
Yes. Interpreter and translation services are available for patients who require language support. Inform triage staff of your needs when you arrive.
How do staff prioritize patients in the Peace River emergency department?
All patients are assessed using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), the national standard used across Canada. The most critically ill patients are always seen first, regardless of arrival order.
Is there a pharmacy at Peace River Community Health Centre?
An in-facility pharmacy operates within the hospital, providing medications and clinical pharmacy services to inpatients and long-term care residents. Contact the hospital at 780-624-7500 to confirm public pharmacy access.