North Vancouver ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · BC · Live as of 8:33 p.m. PDT

Shortest in North Vancouver if you leave now

Avg 5h

In an emergency, call 911.

Lions Gate Hospital

24/7 · 231 East 15 St

5h

North Vancouver ER Wait Forecast

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

North Vancouver ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

5h
3am
5h17
4am
5h21
5am
5h12
6am
4h55
7am
5h4
8am
5h13
9am
5h29
10am
5h28
11am
5h46
12pm
6h19
1pm
6h35
2pm

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in North Vancouver

Based on historical wait patterns across North Vancouver 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 3pm avg ~1h 56m
Longest wait Wednesdays 7am avg ~5h 15m

Nearby ERs Outside North Vancouver

Squamish General Hospital

Squamish · 42 km away

1h

Mount Saint Joseph Hospital

Vancouver · 7 km away

2h

Ubc Hospital

Vancouver · 14 km away

2h 15m

St. Paul's Hospital

Vancouver · 6 km away

2h 45m

Richmond Hospital

Richmond · 18 km away

5h 30m

Emergency Rooms in North Vancouver

North Vancouver 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 North Vancouver 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 North Vancouver 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 North Vancouver

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