Duncan ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · BC · Live as of 12:50 a.m. PDT

Shortest wait in Duncan right now

Avg 4h 30m

In an emergency, call 911.

Cowichan District Hospital

24/7 · 3045 Gibbins Rd

4h 30m

Duncan ER Wait Forecast

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

Duncan ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

4h30
7am
4h49
8am
5h19
9am
4h56
10am
4h5
11am
3h39
12pm
4h4
1pm
3h55
2pm
3h10
3pm
2h32
4pm
2h36
5pm
2h43
6pm

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Duncan

Based on historical wait patterns across Duncan 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 6pm avg ~51m
Longest wait Sundays 7pm avg ~6h 48m

Nearby ERs Outside Duncan

Saanich Peninsula Hospital

Saanichton · 31 km away

3h 15m

Richmond Hospital

Richmond · 60 km away

5h 42m

Nanaimo Regional General Hospital

Nanaimo · 48 km away

6h 30m

Royal Jubilee Hospital

Victoria · 49 km away

9h 30m

Victoria General Hospital - Victoria

Victoria · 41 km away

10h 30m

Emergency Rooms in Duncan

Duncan 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 Duncan 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 Duncan 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 Duncan

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Duncan 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 Duncan right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Duncan right now is at Cowichan District Hospital with an estimated wait of 4h 30m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Duncan?
Duncan 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 Duncan?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Duncan 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 Duncan?
Right now the shortest ER wait in Duncan is 4h 30m at Cowichan District Hospital. The average across Duncan's reporting emergency departments is about 4h 30m, 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 Duncan ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Duncan wait time data from EdWaitTimes.ca. Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.
What if all Duncan ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Duncan 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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