Lillooet District Hospital and Health Centre

Lillooet, BC · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

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Nearby Alternatives

Patients requiring advanced specialty care, trauma services, or complex surgical intervention may be referred by Lillooet District Hospital staff to larger Interior Health facilities in the region.

Whistler Health Care Centre

Whistler · 96 km away

1h 6m

Chilliwack General Hospital

Chilliwack · 169 km away

4h 54m

Squamish General Hospital

Squamish · 140 km away

3h 43m

About Lillooet District Hospital and Health Centre

Lillooet District Hospital and Health Centre is a Level 1 Community Hospital operated by Interior Health, serving Lillooet, Lytton, and surrounding Fraser Canyon communities from its location at 951 Murray St. The emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing around-the-clock urgent care alongside diagnostic services, laboratory, and inpatient care across six acute care beds. As a small rural community hospital, patients with complex conditions such as major trauma or advanced cardiac emergencies may be stabilized here and transferred to a larger regional facility for definitive care.

Services & Specialties

24-hour emergency department Laboratory services (outpatient and urgent) Diagnostic imaging / X-ray Intensive care Convalescent care Rehabilitation services Ambulatory Care Unit (outpatient procedures, 4 days/week) Specialty outpatient clinics Mental health services (by appointment) Acquired Brain Injury Services Antepartum care Acute care dietitian services Public health nursing (prenatal, postpartum, child health, immunizations) Breastfeeding clinics and support Caregiver support programs BC Early Hearing Program School-age health services (immunization, vision, hearing, dental screening)

Amenities

Parking & Transit

On-site surface parking is typical for this small rural community hospital. Contact the hospital directly at 250-256-4233 to confirm parking availability and accessibility spaces.

BC Transit's Health Connections program offers accessible transportation for non-emergency medical appointments, with a route serving the Kamloops/Lillooet corridor in partnership with Interior Health and the Village of Ashcroft. No local urban transit serves the hospital directly; patients travelling from outside the area should arrange private transportation or check BC Transit's Health Connections program for eligibility.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

As a rural community hospital, Lillooet District Hospital generally experiences lower volumes than urban ERs. Mid-morning on weekdays tends to be a relatively quieter time for non-urgent presentations. Always call 9-1-1 for life-threatening emergencies regardless of time.

🔴 Busier times

Like most emergency departments, evenings and weekends can see higher demand relative to available staffing at a small rural facility. If your condition is not urgent, consider visiting during weekday daytime hours when the full complement of diagnostic and support services is also available on-site.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the emergency department at Lillooet District Hospital open overnight?
Yes. The emergency department at Lillooet District Hospital and Health Centre is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including overnight. Interior Health has also included Lillooet Hospital in a pilot program specifically designed to improve overnight ER access in rural communities.
What level of hospital is Lillooet District Hospital?
Lillooet District Hospital and Health Centre is a Level 1 Community Hospital operated by Interior Health. It provides emergency care, diagnostic services, laboratory, and limited inpatient care (six acute beds), but complex cases requiring advanced specialty care are typically stabilized and transferred to a larger regional Interior Health facility.
Does Lillooet Hospital have X-ray and lab services available in the ER?
Yes. Laboratory and X-ray (diagnostic imaging) services are available at the hospital on written request of a physician. Outpatient lab hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 2:40 p.m., with urgent and walk-in accommodation from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Emergency lab support is available through the 24-hour emergency department.
Can I access mental health services at Lillooet District Hospital?
Yes. Mental health services are available at Lillooet Hospital and Health Centre by appointment. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, the emergency department is open 24/7. You can also call the BC Nurseline at 1-866-215-4700 for guidance at any time.
How do I get to Lillooet District Hospital if I don't have a car?
Lillooet is a rural community with no local urban transit. BC Transit's Health Connections program offers transportation for non-emergency medical appointments along the Kamloops/Lillooet corridor. Contact BC Transit or Interior Health to check eligibility. For emergencies, call 9-1-1.
Does Lillooet Hospital offer maternity or prenatal care?
Lillooet District Hospital offers antepartum (prenatal) care as well as public health nursing programs including prenatal nutrition support, postpartum support, and breastfeeding clinics. For complex obstetric needs, patients may be referred to a larger regional facility. Contact the hospital at 250-256-4233 to discuss your specific maternity care needs.

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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