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Sacred Heart Community Health Centre, located at 350 3 Avenue NW in McLennan, Alberta, is the primary acute care hospital serving the Smoky River region and surrounding rural communities within Treaty 8 territory. The Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists who assess all patients using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS). The facility offers a broad range of services for a community health centre its size, including obstetrics, intensive care, rehabilitation, and palliative care; patients requiring advanced specialized care such as cardiac surgery or complex trauma are stabilized on-site and transferred to a larger regional facility.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Obstetrics and Maternity Care, Pediatrics, Rehabilitation Services, Palliative Care, Addiction and Mental Health Services (children, youth, adults, older adults), Social Work, Speech and Language Services, Therapeutic Recreation Services, Well Baby Clinic, School Health Program, Satellite Dental Clinic (basic and prosthetic dental services), In-hospital Pharmacy (inpatients and long-term care), Indigenous Hospital Support Services (First Nations, Métis, Inuit), French and Aboriginal Liaison Workers, Tuberculosis Testing, Interpreter and Translation Services, Supportive Living, Volunteer Resources, Emergency Medical Services via Smoky River Ambulance (911).
Amenities
Cafeteria open 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 7 days a week
Vending machines (likely available)
In-hospital pharmacy (inpatients and long-term care patients)
Satellite Dental Clinic on-site
Indigenous Hospital Support Services (Elder visits, smudging, cultural accommodation)
Call ahead at 780-324-3730 if your situation is not life-threatening — staff can advise whether the ER or a clinic appointment is more appropriate.
If you or a family member requires Indigenous cultural support, smudging, or Elder services, inform staff on arrival — the on-site Indigenous Hospital Support Service can assist.
For French-speaking patients, French liaison workers are available at the facility — let reception know upon check-in.
Visiting hours are 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM daily, so plan family visits accordingly and expect restricted access outside those hours.
If you require highly specialized care (e.g., cardiac surgery, advanced neurology, or major trauma), be prepared for stabilization and transfer to a larger regional hospital — this is standard practice for rural facilities like Sacred Heart.
What to Bring
Government-issued photo ID (driver's licence or passport)
Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records, test results, or referral letters
Health benefits or supplemental insurance information
Phone charger or portable battery pack for wait times
Comfortable clothing and a light jacket or blanket
Snacks and water for accompanying family members, as cafeteria hours are limited to 9 AM–4 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Sacred Heart Community Health Centre have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes, the Emergency Department at Sacred Heart Community Health Centre in McLennan, AB is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists.
Does Sacred Heart offer Indigenous cultural support for patients?
Yes. An Indigenous Hospital Support Service is available on-site, offering cultural support, referrals, discharge planning, and accommodation of practices such as smudging and Elder visits for First Nations (Status and Non-Status), Métis, and Inuit patients and their families.
Is there a dental clinic at Sacred Heart Community Health Centre?
Yes, the facility houses a Satellite Dental Clinic that provides basic dental services including prosthetics. Services are delivered by senior dental students under the supervision of a qualified dentist.
What happens if I need specialized care that Sacred Heart cannot provide?
For complex emergencies requiring advanced care — such as cardiac surgery, major trauma, or neurology — the team at Sacred Heart will stabilize you and arrange transfer to an appropriate regional hospital. This is a standard and planned part of care for rural facilities.
Are French-language services available at Sacred Heart Community Health Centre?
Yes. French liaison workers are available at the facility to assist French-speaking patients. McLennan has a historical Franco-Albertan community, and the hospital is equipped to serve French-speaking residents.
Is there a pharmacy at Sacred Heart Community Health Centre?
There is an in-hospital pharmacy that provides clinical pharmacy services and medications to inpatients and long-term care patients. A public retail pharmacy on-site is not confirmed — contact the facility at 780-324-3730 for guidance on community pharmacy options nearby.