St. Paul's Hospital

1081 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC (604) 806-9090

Current ER wait

2h 29m
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In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Source: BC ED Wait Times · as of 10:25 p.m. PDT

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Source: Providence Health Care·high confidence·verified 1mo ago

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12-Hour Forecast

2h29
5am
2h15
6am
2h
7am
2h16
8am
2h26
9am
2h37
10am
2h58
11am
2h37
12pm
2h33
1pm
2h20
2pm
2h11
3pm
2h15
4pm

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

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Tuesdays 1pm avg ~1h 3m
Longest wait Mondays 8pm avg ~2h 37m

Nearby Alternatives

Vancouver General Hospital

Vancouver · 2 km away

5h 41m

Providence Health Care - Mount Saint Joseph Hospital

Vancouver · 3 km away

19m

BC Children's Hospital

Vancouver · 4 km away

6h 1m

Bc Women's Hospital and Health Centre

Vancouver · 4 km away

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Lions Gate Hospital

North Vancouver · 6 km away

3h 58m

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About St. Paul's Hospital

St. Paul's Hospital Emergency Department in downtown Vancouver operates 24/7 as a Level 3 Trauma Centre and serves as British Columbia's primary referral centre for cardiac and renal patients. As a teaching hospital affiliated with UBC's Faculty of Medicine, it offers specialized care across heart and lung services, HIV/AIDS, mental health, substance use, kidney care, and critical care. It is the primary hospital for the Downtown Eastside community and sees patients from across BC and the Yukon, making it one of the most comprehensive acute care facilities in western Canada.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Level 3 Trauma Centre, Cardiac Care and Heart Transplant Program, Renal (Kidney) Care, Advanced Structural Heart Disease Program, Pacific Adult Congenital Heart Clinic, Atrial Fibrillation Clinic and Electrophysiology, HIV/AIDS Care and HIV Drug Treatment Program, Mental Health and Psychiatric Emergency Services, Geriatric Psychiatry and Tertiary Care, Substance Use and Addiction Medicine, Critical Care and ICU, Surgical Specialties, Digestive Health, Seniors' Care and Healthy Aging, Adult Cystic Fibrosis Clinic, Adult Bleeding Disorders Program of BC and Yukon, Allergy and Immunology, Diabetes Health Center, Indigenous Wellness and Reconciliation Program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Paul's Hospital a trauma centre?
Yes. St. Paul's Hospital is designated a Level 3 Trauma Centre and is also the primary referral centre for cardiac and renal patients across British Columbia and the Yukon.
Where is the emergency department entrance at St. Paul's Hospital?
The emergency department has pedestrian entrances off Burrard Street (beside the ambulance parking area) and on Comox Street. If arriving by vehicle, patient drop-off is at the Comox Street entrance only.
Does St. Paul's Hospital have restricted visiting hours?
No. Providence Health Care, which operates St. Paul's, does not restrict visiting hours for family members. Families — as defined by the patient — are welcome to be present at any time.
What specialized programs does St. Paul's ER support?
St. Paul's ER is backed by world-class in-hospital programs including cardiac and heart transplant services, kidney care, HIV/AIDS treatment, addiction medicine (including North America's largest addiction fellowship program), mental health, geriatric psychiatry, and the Pacific Adult Congenital Heart Clinic, among many others.
Is parking available at St. Paul's Hospital in downtown Vancouver?
Yes. There is an underground parkade (Impark Lot #199) with accessible disabled parking, a small open-air lot at Thurlow and Comox Streets, and metered parking along Burrard Street. Because the hospital is in dense downtown Vancouver, transit is strongly recommended when possible.
Is a new St. Paul's Hospital being built?
Yes. A new St. Paul's Hospital is currently under construction at False Creek Flats in Vancouver. The $2.174-billion facility is expected to open in 2027 and will feature up to 548 beds with advanced integrated health services. The current location at 1081 Burrard Street continues to operate fully in the meantime.

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