Princeton General Hospital

Princeton, BC · Open 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week. After 8:00 p.m., please use the emergency entrance.

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Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Princeton

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Nearby Alternatives

Patients requiring higher-level specialty or surgical care may be referred to Penticton Regional Hospital or another Interior Health regional facility.

Chilliwack General Hospital

Chilliwack · 109 km away

4h 54m

Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Care

Abbotsford · 136 km away

5h 46m

Langley Memorial Hospital

Langley · 156 km away

2h 53m

About Princeton General Hospital

Princeton General Hospital is a Level 1 Community Hospital operated by Interior Health, serving the rural communities of Princeton and Hedley in the Okanagan health service area. The emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing acute care, diagnostic services, laboratory, radiology, and a broad range of outpatient and specialty services for patients of all ages. Patients requiring advanced specialty care such as cardiac surgery or complex trauma may be stabilized here and transferred to a larger regional centre like Penticton Regional Hospital.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Acute Care General Medicine Laboratory (inpatient and outpatient) Radiology (X-ray) ECG and Holter Monitoring Intensive Care Convalescent Care Rehabilitation Services Psychiatry Telehealth / Virtual Specialist Consultations Wound Care Sexual Assault Forensic Examination (SAFE) Program Community Care Clinic Outpatient Nutrition Counselling Patient and Family Counselling BC Early Hearing Program Addiction Consult Team Drug and Alcohol Resource Team HIV Testing Hospice Services Specialty Outpatient Clinics

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Free on-site parking is available at 98 Ridgewood Drive. The facility and parking lot are wheelchair accessible.

Princeton is a small rural community without a formal public transit system. Most patients travel by personal vehicle. Community transportation options may be available — contact the hospital or local services for assistance.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is available for this location. Generally, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to be less busy at rural community ERs. If your condition is non-urgent, calling ahead at 250-295-3233 may help you plan your visit.

🔴 Busier times

No historical wait time data is available for this location. Like most ERs, Princeton General Hospital may be busier on weekends, Monday mornings, and during evening hours. Statutory holidays can also see higher volumes.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Princeton General Hospital's emergency department open overnight?
Yes, the emergency department at Princeton General Hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. After 8:00 p.m., the main entrance closes and visitors must use the emergency entrance at 98 Ridgewood Drive.
What communities does Princeton General Hospital serve?
Princeton General Hospital primarily serves the communities of Princeton and Hedley, BC, as part of Interior Health's Okanagan health service area. It is the main acute care and emergency facility for this rural region.
Can Princeton General Hospital handle serious emergencies or trauma?
Princeton General Hospital is a Level 1 Community Hospital equipped to stabilize emergency and acute care patients. It does not have a designated trauma centre or cardiac surgery unit. Patients requiring advanced specialty care may be transferred to Penticton Regional Hospital or another regional centre.
Does Princeton General Hospital offer specialist consultations?
Yes. The hospital offers Telehealth services, which connect rural patients with specialists remotely, reducing the need to travel to larger urban centres for many consultation needs.
Is there parking available at Princeton General Hospital?
Yes, free on-site parking is available at 98 Ridgewood Drive. The parking area and facility are wheelchair accessible.
What services beyond emergency care are available at Princeton General Hospital?
Beyond emergency care, the hospital offers general medicine, laboratory, radiology (X-ray), ECG and Holter monitoring, psychiatry, wound care, rehabilitation, convalescent care, addiction support, HIV testing, hospice, the SAFE Program, telehealth, and various outpatient and specialty clinics.

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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