Sturgeon Community Hospital is a 167-bed acute care facility located at 201 Boudreau Rd in St. Albert, Alberta, just northwest of Edmonton, serving a community of over 65,000 residents and surrounding areas within Alberta Health Services' Edmonton Zone. The 24/7 emergency department provides triage, assessment, and treatment using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), stabilizes patients requiring higher-level care, and offers follow-up referrals to family physicians and specialists. Patients with medical emergencies, acute injuries, coronary concerns, or conditions requiring immediate intervention should visit this ER, while those with minor ailments may benefit from calling 811 or seeking urgent care alternatives.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Day Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging, Laboratory Services, Women's Health, Mental Health Services, Rehabilitation, Diabetes Education, Outpatient Clinics, Acute Hand Injury Assessment and Treatment, Respiratory Therapy, Interpreter and Translation Services, Medicine and Surgery.
Amenities
Cafeteria open 8:00 am – 6:15 pm, seven days a week
Catering services available
Vending machines
24-hour hospital switchboard
Interpreter and translation services
Wheelchair-accessible facilities including parking, ramps, and washrooms
Call 811 before heading to the ER for non-urgent concerns — Alberta's free 24/7 health advice line can help you decide if an ER visit is necessary.
Patients are triaged using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), so the most critically ill are seen first regardless of arrival order — expect wait times to vary.
Interpreter and translation services are available at the hospital, so don't hesitate to request language assistance when you arrive.
For acute hand injuries such as fractures, dislocations, or tendon injuries, Sturgeon's ER is equipped to assess, treat, and arrange follow-up care.
Parking fees apply 24 hours a day — bring payment or a card, as rates vary by lot. A parking map is available at albertahealthservices.ca.
What to Bring
Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card or provincial health card
Government-issued photo ID (driver's licence or passport)
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records, test results, or imaging if available
Health-care proxy or personal directive documents if applicable
Phone charger or portable battery pack for long waits
Snacks and water for accompanying family members
Comfortable clothing if you expect to be assessed or admitted
Parking
On-site parking is available 24/7 across multiple lots including the Heli Lot (P1) and Main Public Lot (P3) at 201 Boudreau Rd. Parking fees are in effect 24 hours a day; posted rates vary by lot. Accessible parking stalls, ramps, and washrooms are available. For parking inquiries, contact the Royal Alexandra Hospital Parking Office. A public parking map is available at albertahealthservices.ca.
Getting There
Sturgeon Community Hospital is served by St. Albert Transit bus routes 202, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, and A14. Nearby stops include Boudreau Rd & Sturgeon Hospital, Boudreau Rd & Summit Centre, and St. Albert Trail & Boudreau Rd. The hospital sits at the intersection of St. Albert Trail and Boudreau Rd, a major transit corridor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Sturgeon Community Hospital have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes, the emergency department at Sturgeon Community Hospital at 201 Boudreau Rd in St. Albert is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including all holidays.
How are patients prioritized in Sturgeon's emergency department?
Patients are assessed using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), a standardized national system that classifies urgency from 1 (resuscitation) to 5 (non-urgent). The most critically ill patients are always seen first, regardless of arrival time.
Can Sturgeon Community Hospital treat serious trauma cases?
Sturgeon's ER can stabilize and provide initial care for trauma patients. For complex or high-level trauma cases, patients may be transferred to a higher-level facility with advanced trauma capabilities in the Edmonton area.
Is interpreter or translation service available at Sturgeon Community Hospital?
Yes, interpreter and translation services are available at Sturgeon Community Hospital. Patients or family members who require language assistance should inform staff upon arrival.
What transit routes serve Sturgeon Community Hospital in St. Albert?
St. Albert Transit routes 202, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, and A14 serve the hospital. The closest stops are Boudreau Rd & Sturgeon Hospital and Boudreau Rd & Summit Centre, both steps from the main entrance.
Is there parking available at Sturgeon Community Hospital at night or on weekends?
Yes, on-site parking is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Parking fees are in effect at all hours, and rates vary by lot. Accessible parking stalls are also available. Contact the Royal Alexandra Hospital Parking Office for billing inquiries.
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.
This hospital does not publish a live wait, so the figure above comes from our model rather than from its own feed. We publish how that model performs where it can be checked, at the hospitals that do publish. See the accuracy scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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