Brandon, MB · Open 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
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Brandon Regional Health Centre (BRHC) is the largest hospital in the Westman Region and the primary medical referral centre for southwestern Manitoba, serving over 150,000 residents. Its 24/7 emergency department handles approximately 29,000 visits annually, with more than 60% classified as high-acuity cases under the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS levels 1–3). Patients requiring advanced emergency care, specialist consultation, or complex inpatient services across southwestern Manitoba are directed to BRHC.
Parking is available on-site at BRHC. Fees are $2 for the first hour and $1 for each additional hour, up to a daily maximum of $12. Payment is accepted in the Main Atrium (cash, debit, or credit) or at Parking Exit Gates (debit or credit). Public parking is available on the north side of the facility. Note that ongoing construction and expansion may affect parking arrangements — confirm current access before your visit.
Brandon Transit routes 17, 23, 1004, and 15 serve the area around BRHC. Nearby stops include Victoria Avenue @ 6th Street (North and South sides), 6th Street @ Louise Avenue, and 10th Street @ McTavish Avenue. Bus stop locations may shift due to ongoing construction — confirm current stops with Brandon Transit before travelling.
No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. In general, Canadian emergency departments tend to be less busy on weekday mornings and early afternoons. If your condition is not life-threatening, mid-morning on a weekday is typically a quieter time to visit.
Emergency departments across Canada are generally busiest on Monday mornings, Friday afternoons and evenings, and throughout weekends. Evening hours after 5:00 PM on any day also tend to see higher patient volumes as walk-in clinics and physician offices close.
Emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.
Wait times are estimates based on Manitoba 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.