g.r. Baker Memorial Hospital

Quesnel, BC · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

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Nearby Alternatives

For residents in surrounding communities, G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital is the primary acute-care facility for the North Cariboo region; other Northern Health facilities may be available for non-emergency care depending on your location.

Whistler Health Care Centre

Whistler · 320 km away

1h 6m

Squamish General Hospital

Squamish · 368 km away

3h 43m

Lions Gate Hospital

North Vancouver · 409 km away

3h 2m

About g.r. Baker Memorial Hospital

G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital is a 44-bed acute-care facility located at 543 Front St in Quesnel, BC, operated by Northern Health and serving the broader North Cariboo region. The emergency department, redeveloped in 2023 with a $27 million investment, features a dedicated triage area, trauma and resuscitation bays, an isolation room, and a psychiatric observation room — making it well-equipped for a wide range of emergencies. Patients requiring intensive care, mental health crisis support, diagnostic imaging, or lab services will find comprehensive care available on-site.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Trauma and resuscitation room Psychiatric observation room Mental health and addictions support (QUESST program) Acute mental health crisis stabilization Diagnostic imaging Laboratory services Chronic disease management On-site pharmacy Palliative care support Wheelchair accessible facility

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Parking at G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital is free. Parking lots are located on the east and west sides of the building with approximately 80 stalls available. Parking can be limited during busy periods, so arriving early or arranging a drop-off is recommended for ED visits.

Quesnel is served by BC Transit. No specific bus route to 543 Front St has been confirmed; check the BC Transit Quesnel route maps at bctransit.com for current service to the Front Street area.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait data is available for this facility. Generally, weekday mornings (before 10 a.m.) and mid-week afternoons tend to be quieter times at rural hospital ERs. If your condition is not life-threatening, weekday mornings are typically your best option.

🔴 Busier times

No historical wait data is available. As with most hospital ERs, evenings, weekends, and holidays often see higher patient volumes. Avoid these times for non-urgent matters if possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital have an ICU?
Yes. G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital has an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) that shares the same modernized space as the emergency department, which was redeveloped and opened in April 2023.
Does the hospital offer mental health emergency services?
Yes. The ED includes a dedicated psychiatric observation room, and the hospital is home to the QUESST (Quesnel Unit Emergency Short Stay Treatment) program, which provides acute stabilization for individuals in mental health or psychiatric crisis, including substance use emergencies.
Is there a pharmacy at G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital?
Yes. An on-site pharmacy is located at 543 Front Street and can be reached at 250-985-5633. It accepts all drug plans and offers services including prescription refills, immunizations, flu shots, COVID-19 vaccines, travel health, and smoking cessation counselling.
Is parking free at G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital?
Yes, parking is free for patients and visitors. Lots are located on both the east and west sides of the hospital, with approximately 80 stalls. Spaces can fill up during busy periods, so arriving early or arranging a drop-off is advisable.
Who operates G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital and what area does it serve?
G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital is operated by Northern Health and serves Quesnel and the broader North Cariboo region of British Columbia. It has been an acute-care facility since opening in 1955 and currently operates 44 inpatient beds.
What new features does the redeveloped emergency department include?
The redeveloped ED, opened April 14, 2023, includes a triage area, two examination rooms, a two-bay trauma and resuscitation room, an isolation and examination treatment room, and a psychiatric observation room. The space is approximately three times larger than the previous facility.

About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Wait times are estimates based on British Columbia health data using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

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