Squamish ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · BC · Updated every 15 minutes

Shortest estimated wait right now: Squamish General Hospital at 2h 45m

ERstat’s estimate. No Squamish ER publishes a live wait, and ERstat is not affiliated with this hospital.

In an emergency, call 911.

Squamish General Hospital

24/7 · 38140 Behrner Dr

2h 15m–3h 30mPredicted

Squamish ER Wait Forecast

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

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Squamish

Based on historical wait patterns across Squamish 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 Sundays 8am avg ~1h 21m
Longest wait Mondays 7pm avg ~2h 59m

Nearby ERs Outside Squamish

St. Paul's Hospital

Vancouver · 46 km away

2h 15m

Lions Gate Hospital

North Vancouver · 42 km away

5h 30m

Vancouver General Hospital

Vancouver · 49 km away

6h

Burnaby Hospital

Burnaby · 51 km away

2h 15m–3h 30mPredicted

Eagle Ridge Hospital

Port Moody · 51 km away

2h 15m–4h 45mPredicted

Emergency Rooms in Squamish

Squamish has 1 emergency department: 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Wait time data for Squamish 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 Squamish 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 Squamish

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Squamish 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 Squamish right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Squamish right now is at Squamish General Hospital with an estimated wait of 2h 45m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Squamish?
Squamish has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. Check ERstat for current status.
How can I check ER wait times in Squamish?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Squamish 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.
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 Squamish ER wait time data?
No Squamish ER publishes a live wait right now, so ERstat shows its own estimates, built from similar hospitals; they are not figures from the hospitals. ERstat sources Squamish wait time data from EdWaitTimes.ca. Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.
What if all Squamish ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Squamish 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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