Victoria ER Wait Times

2 emergency departments · BC · Live as of 5:10 p.m. PDT

Shortest in Victoria if you leave now

Avg 6h 35m · Longest 7h 1m

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Compare all 2 Victoria ER wait times

ERstat lists all 2 Victoria emergency departments side by side, sorted from the shortest wait to the longest, using data from EdWaitTimes.ca. Right now the difference between the shortest and longest ER wait in Victoria is 1h 30m: Royal Jubilee Hospital at 6h 9m versus Victoria General Hospital - Victoria at 7h 1m.

Each hospital page also shows the typical quietest time to visit based on historical patterns, plus a 12-hour wait forecast, so you can plan a non-urgent trip around the busiest hours.

Royal Jubilee Hospital

24/7 · 1952 Bay St

5h 30m

Victoria General Hospital - Victoria

24/7 · 1 Hospital Way

Victoria ER Wait Forecast

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

Victoria ER forecast, next 12 hours

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Victoria

Based on historical wait patterns across Victoria 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 Fridays 8pm avg ~5h 14m

Longest wait Thursdays 3am avg ~10h 7m

Nearby ERs Outside Victoria

Saanich Peninsula Hospital

Saanichton · 16 km away

4h 15m

Cowichan District Hospital

Duncan · 45 km away

Lady Minto Gulf Islands Hospital

Salt Spring Island · 47 km away

2h 15m–4h 30mPredicted

Emergency Rooms in Victoria

Victoria has 2 emergency departments: 2 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 2 of 2 currently have live wait time data.

Wait time data for Victoria 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 Victoria 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 Victoria

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Victoria 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 Victoria right now?

The shortest ER wait time in Victoria right now is at Royal Jubilee Hospital with an estimated wait of 6h 9m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.

How many emergency departments are in Victoria?

Victoria has 2 emergency departments, 2 of which operate 24/7. 2 currently have live wait time data available on ERstat.

How can I check ER wait times in Victoria?

ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Victoria 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 Victoria?

Right now the shortest ER wait in Victoria is 6h 9m at Royal Jubilee Hospital, and the longest is 7h 1m. The average across Victoria's reporting emergency departments is about 6h 35m, but waits vary widely, and 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 Victoria ER wait time data?

ERstat sources Victoria wait time data from EdWaitTimes.ca. Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.

What if all Victoria ERs have long wait times?

ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Victoria 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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