What is the current ER wait time at Pemberton Health Centre?

Live wait time data is not currently available for Pemberton Health Centre. Check erstat.ca for updates.

Is Pemberton Health Centre ER open right now?

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When is the best time to visit Pemberton Health Centre emergency room?

ERstat tracks historical wait time patterns at Pemberton Health Centre. Generally, early morning weekday hours tend to be quieter at most Canadian ERs. Check the 12-hour forecast on erstat.ca for Pemberton Health Centre to plan your visit.

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Q: What are the nearest emergency departments to Pemberton Health Centre?

The nearest emergency departments to Pemberton Health Centre are: Whistler Health Care Centre — 25 km away; Squamish General Hospital — 73 km away; Lillooet District Hospital and Health Centre — 74 km away; Lions Gate Hospital — 113 km away (current wait: 2h 46m); Eagle Ridge Hospital — 115 km away. Current wait times are available at erstat.ca.

1403 Portage Road, Pemberton, BC, V0N 2L0, Pemberton, BC (604) 894-6939

Source: BC ED Wait Times · as of 6:21 a.m. PDT

Currently closed

No estimated reopen time

Closed — opens at 08:30

Normally: on a recurring schedule

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Mon–Sun 8:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.

ER closed. See a doctor online instead? For non-emergencies, often under an hour, covered by MSP. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Non-emergency options

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12-Hour Forecast

1h53

1pm

1h47

2pm

1h43

3pm

1h41

4pm

1h51

5pm

1h53

6pm

1h50

7pm

1h47

8pm

1h44

9pm

1h10

10pm

0h56

11pm

1h1

12am

Projected from this ER’s typical pattern and the current wait.

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Thursdays 4pm avg ~54m

Longest wait Fridays 2pm avg ~2h 1m

Nearby Alternatives

Whistler Health Care Centre

Whistler · 25 km away

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Squamish General Hospital

Squamish · 73 km away

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Lillooet District Hospital and Health Centre

Lillooet · 74 km away

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About Pemberton Health Centre

Pemberton Health Centre is a 24/7 community emergency department operated by Vancouver Coastal Health, serving Pemberton and the broader Sea-to-Sky corridor in British Columbia. The emergency department operates with 4 stretchers and provides urgent and emergent care for the region, with transfer protocols in place for patients requiring higher-acuity or specialized services at larger facilities. In addition to emergency care, the centre offers a wide range of community health, diagnostic, and outpatient services, making it a key anchor for rural healthcare in the Líl̓wat Nation territory.

Services & Specialties

Emergency and urgent care (24/7), Diagnostic imaging (X-ray), Laboratory and blood collection services, Colon cancer screening tests, Physiotherapy, Pemberton Medical Clinic (family physicians and nurse practitioner), Mental health and substance use services (ages 19+; substance use-affected youth 12–24), Adult Community Support Services (assessments, case management, psychosocial rehabilitation), Paediatric nursing support services (ages 0–19 with medical complexities), Home care nursing and home support, Immunization clinics, Prenatal and child health services, Harm reduction supplies and needle distribution, Safer injection, safer smoking, and safer sex supplies, Hearing screening, Healthy Families program, Dental services, Indigenous Patient Navigator, MyCareCompass online lab results, Sea-to-Sky home and community care access.

Amenities

Wheelchair accessible facility
Harm reduction and needle distribution supplies on site
Indigenous Patient Navigator available
MyCareCompass system for online outpatient lab results
Sacred Spaces and Gathering Places

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Tips Before You Go

Pemberton Health Centre has only 4 emergency stretchers — for life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, stroke symptoms, or major trauma, always call 9-1-1 immediately as you may require transfer to a larger regional facility.
Bring your BC Services Card or government-issued ID and any laboratory requisitions from your family doctor when attending for outpatient lab or diagnostic services.
If you need mental health or substance use support in the Sea-to-Sky area, call the dedicated access line at (604) 892-2293 — it serves Pemberton, Whistler, and Squamish residents.
Ask about the Indigenous Patient Navigator if you or a family member would benefit from additional cultural support during your visit.
Many outpatient lab results are available online through MyCareCompass — ask staff how to register if you haven't already.

What to Bring

BC Services Card or government-issued photo ID
Provincial health card (BC CareCard)
List of current medications and dosages
Any laboratory requisitions from your family doctor
Personal health history or relevant medical records
Insurance or extended health benefit information if applicable
A phone charger or something to occupy you during wait times
A support person or caregiver if needed, especially for children or elderly patients

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pemberton Health Centre emergency department open 24/7?

Yes, the emergency department at Pemberton Health Centre is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.

How many emergency beds does Pemberton Health Centre have?

The emergency department operates with 4 stretchers. Because of its small size, patients with complex or high-acuity conditions may be stabilized and transferred to a larger regional hospital.

Does Pemberton Health Centre have a family doctor or walk-in clinic on site?

Yes, the Pemberton Medical Clinic — a group of family physicians and a nurse practitioner — is located within the health centre building, though it operates separately from the emergency department.

What mental health services are available at Pemberton Health Centre?

Sea-to-Sky Mental Health and Substance Use Services are available at the centre for individuals 19 and older, and for substance use-affected youth aged 12–24. Services include assessments, case management, counselling, and referrals. You can also call the access line at (604) 892-2293.

Is there an Indigenous Patient Navigator at Pemberton Health Centre?

Yes, an Indigenous Patient Navigator is available to support Indigenous patients, families, and staff in navigating care and accessing culturally appropriate services. The centre is located on the unceded ancestral territory of the Líl̓wat Nation.

Is parking free at Pemberton Health Centre?

Yes, free on-site parking is available at 1403 Portage Road, Pemberton. The facility is fully wheelchair accessible.

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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. Actual wait times may vary.

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