Campbell River ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · BC · Live as of 11:10 p.m. PDT

Shortest in Campbell River if you leave now

Avg 5h

In an emergency, call 911.

Campbell River and District Regional Hospital

24/7 · 375 2 Ave

5h

Campbell River ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Campbell River over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

Campbell River ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

5h
6am
4h59
7am
4h24
8am
4h15
9am
4h14
10am
4h16
11am
3h33
12pm
3h8
1pm
3h17
2pm
3h
3pm
2h31
4pm
2h56
5pm

Projected from typical wait patterns across Campbell River ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Campbell River

Based on historical wait patterns across Campbell River emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Thursdays 3pm avg ~1h 9m
Longest wait Tuesdays 4am avg ~3h 58m

Nearby ERs Outside Campbell River

North Island Hospital Comox Valley

Courtenay · 38 km away

4h 30m

St. Joseph's General Hospital - Comox

Comox · 43 km away

1h 15m–3h 15mPredicted

Emergency Rooms in Campbell River

Campbell River has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 1 currently has live wait time data.

Wait time data for Campbell River is sourced from EdWaitTimes.ca and updates as frequently as every 15 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Campbell River use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit — it depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Campbell River

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Campbell River ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. British Columbia pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency — chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Campbell River right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Campbell River right now is at Campbell River and District Regional Hospital with an estimated wait of 4h 11m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Campbell River?
Campbell River has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Campbell River?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Campbell River hospitals using data from EdWaitTimes.ca. Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.
What is the average ER wait time in Campbell River?
Right now the shortest ER wait in Campbell River is 4h 11m at Campbell River and District Regional Hospital. The average across Campbell River's reporting emergency departments is about 5h, but waits vary widely — checking the live board and choosing the shortest can save hours. The average shifts through the day; overnight tends to run longer than midday.
Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?
Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.
Where does ERstat get Campbell River ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Campbell River wait time data from EdWaitTimes.ca. Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.
What if all Campbell River ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Campbell River with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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Urgent Care in British Columbia

Urgent care treats the broken wrists, infections and stitches an emergency department would make you wait behind more serious cases for. British Columbia publishes its urgent care waits, and they are not comparable to an ER wait.

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