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Fraser Canyon Hospital is a 10-bed community acute care facility located at 1275 7th Ave in Hope, BC, providing 24/7 emergency stabilization and triage for residents of Hope, Agassiz, and the surrounding Fraser Canyon region. Due to Hope's geographic position at the convergence of major highways, the ER also serves a high volume of travellers and is a critical first point of care for highway-related incidents. Complex trauma, cardiac, and stroke cases are stabilized on-site and transferred to Abbotsford Regional Hospital or Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster via BC Ambulance Services by air or road.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency stabilization and triage, General medicine and inpatient care, Ambulatory care, Surgical daycare, Laboratory services, X-ray and diagnostic imaging, Outpatient rehabilitation clinics, Diabetes education, Nutrition counselling, Long-term care, Hospice and palliative care, Convalescent care, Health records, Emergency patient transfer via BC Ambulance Services (air and road).
Amenities
Vending machines (cold beverages and snacks) at the front entrance
Gift shop operated by the Auxiliary to Fraser Canyon Hospital
Shared patient rooms (private rooms available on request, subject to availability)
Fraser Canyon Hospital is a stabilization and triage facility — if you are experiencing a major trauma, heart attack, or stroke, staff will assess and arrange rapid transfer to Abbotsford Regional Hospital or Royal Columbian Hospital for definitive specialty care.
Travellers on Highway 1 or Highway 7 involved in accidents near Hope should proceed directly to Fraser Canyon Hospital, which is the closest 24/7 emergency facility in the region.
Call ahead at 604-869-5656 if you have questions about whether your condition can be managed at this facility or if transfer to a larger centre may be required.
The hospital is smoke-free and scent-free — avoid wearing perfume, cologne, or bringing scented flowers when visiting patients.
If you require specialized care such as advanced cardiac intervention, neurosurgery, or trauma surgery, be prepared for transfer by air or road ambulance to a Fraser Health regional centre.
What to Bring
Provincial health card (BC CareCard or BC Services Card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records, test results, or referral documents
Emergency contact name and phone number
Personal comfort items (phone charger, book, snacks for companions)
Extra warm clothing or a blanket, as wait areas can be cool
Payment method in case of any applicable fees
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fraser Canyon Hospital have a full emergency department?
Yes, Fraser Canyon Hospital operates a 24/7 emergency department focused on stabilization and triage. It is a small 10-bed community hospital, so patients with complex trauma, cardiac emergencies, or stroke will be stabilized and then transferred by BC Ambulance Services — by air or road — to Abbotsford Regional Hospital or Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster.
What happens if I need specialized care that Fraser Canyon Hospital can't provide?
Fraser Canyon Hospital has an established emergency transport system in partnership with BC Ambulance Services. Patients requiring advanced trauma, cardiac, or stroke care are transferred to Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre or Royal Columbian Hospital, which is Fraser Health's designated trauma and cardiac centre in New Westminster.
Is Fraser Canyon Hospital good for highway accident injuries near Hope, BC?
Yes. Given Hope's location at the junction of Highway 1 and Highway 7, Fraser Canyon Hospital is set up specifically to handle highway-related emergencies and traveller injuries. It provides critical stabilization and triage for those injured on surrounding roads and can coordinate transfer to regional trauma centres when needed.
Does Fraser Canyon Hospital offer services beyond emergency care?
Yes. In addition to 24/7 emergency care, the hospital offers general medicine, ambulatory care, surgical daycare, laboratory and X-ray services, outpatient rehabilitation, diabetes education, nutrition counselling, long-term care, and hospice and palliative care services.
Is parking available at Fraser Canyon Hospital in Hope?
Yes, on-site parking is available at the hospital and the facility is wheelchair accessible. Contact the hospital at 604-869-5656 to confirm any fees or specific parking arrangements.
Who operates Fraser Canyon Hospital and how long has it been open?
Fraser Canyon Hospital is owned and operated by the Fraser Health Authority. It originally opened on January 10, 1959, and governance transferred to Fraser Health in 2001 as part of a province-wide restructuring of BC health authorities.