Chilliwack ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · BC · Updated every 15 minutes

Shortest estimated wait right now: Chilliwack General Hospital at 3h

ERstat’s estimate. No Chilliwack ER publishes a live wait, and ERstat is not affiliated with this hospital.

In an emergency, call 911.

Chilliwack General Hospital

24/7 · 45600 Menholm Rd

1h 45m–4hPredicted

Chilliwack ER Wait Forecast

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

Chilliwack ER forecast, next 12 hours

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Chilliwack

Based on historical wait patterns across Chilliwack 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 12pm avg ~1h 51m
Longest wait Mondays 11pm avg ~4h 41m

Nearby ERs Outside Chilliwack

Abbotsford Regional Hospital

Abbotsford · 28 km away

4h 45m–6h 30mPredicted

Fraser Canyon Hospital

Hope · 46 km away

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Mission Memorial Hospital

Mission · 27 km away

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Emergency Rooms in Chilliwack

Chilliwack has 1 emergency department: 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Wait time data for Chilliwack 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 Chilliwack 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 Chilliwack

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Chilliwack 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 Chilliwack right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Chilliwack right now is at Chilliwack General Hospital with an estimated wait of 3h. 3 people reported from the Chilliwack ER this week.
How many emergency departments are in Chilliwack?
Chilliwack has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. Check ERstat for current status.
How can I check ER wait times in Chilliwack?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Chilliwack 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.
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 Chilliwack ER wait time data?
No Chilliwack ER publishes a live wait right now, so ERstat shows its own estimates, built from similar hospitals; they are not figures from the hospitals. ERstat sources Chilliwack wait time data from EdWaitTimes.ca. Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.
What if all Chilliwack ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Chilliwack 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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