Carberry Plain Health Centre

Carberry, MB · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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This emergency department is open around the clock.

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About Carberry Plain Health Centre

Carberry Plain Health Centre is a multi-service rural health facility located at 340 Toronto St. in Carberry, Manitoba, operated by Prairie Mountain Health. The emergency department provides 24/7 emergency services to residents of Carberry, Glenboro, and the surrounding rural communities, with Prairie Mountain Health EMS coordinating ambulance transport to the nearest available emergency department. As a small 10-bed acute care hospital, this facility is best suited for urgent but non-critical presentations; patients with complex, serious, or life-threatening conditions may be stabilized and transferred to larger centres such as Brandon Regional Health Centre, approximately 50 km to the west.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Acute Care (10-bed hospital) Diagnostic Services EMS / Ambulance Services Primary Care Physician Clinic Nurse Practitioner Services Public Health Services Mental Health Services Home Care Rehabilitation Services (Occupational Therapy & Physiotherapy) Palliative Care Dietitian Services Harm Reduction Services (needle distribution, naloxone kits, pregnancy testing) Meals on Wheels 36-Bed Personal Care Home (on-site)

Amenities

Parking & Transit

On-site surface parking is available at the health centre, as is typical for rural facilities of this size. For specific parking or accessible parking information, contact the centre directly at 204-834-2144.

Carberry is not served by a formal public transit system. Most patients arrive by personal vehicle. The facility is located in Carberry, approximately 50 km east of Brandon and 150 km west of Winnipeg via the Trans-Canada Highway. The Brandon Air Shuttle provides on-request passenger service between Carberry and Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. Contact the health centre at 204-834-2144 for transportation assistance information.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

As a small rural emergency department, Carberry Plain Health Centre typically experiences lower patient volumes than urban ERs. Mid-morning on weekdays tends to be quieter. If your situation is not an emergency, calling ahead at 204-834-2144 can help you time your visit appropriately.

🔴 Busier times

Like most emergency departments, this facility may be busier on evenings, weekends, and holidays. Calling ahead is especially recommended during these times to confirm availability and wait times.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the emergency room at Carberry Plain Health Centre open 24/7?
Yes, the emergency department at Carberry Plain Health Centre operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Because ER services are shared with the neighbouring community of Glenboro, it is recommended that you call 204-834-2144 before attending to confirm current availability.
What level of emergency care is available at this facility?
Carberry Plain Health Centre is a small, 10-bed rural acute care hospital. It provides emergency stabilization and treatment for a wide range of urgent conditions. However, patients with complex, critical, or specialized needs — such as major trauma, cardiac emergencies, or stroke — may be stabilized and transferred to Brandon Regional Health Centre (approximately 50 km west) or a Winnipeg facility.
How do I get to Carberry Plain Health Centre from Brandon or Winnipeg?
Carberry is located on Highway 5, approximately 3 km south of the Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1). It is about 50 km east of Brandon and 150 km west of Winnipeg. The health centre is at 340 Toronto St., Carberry, MB. Most visitors travel by personal vehicle, and on-site parking is available.
Does Carberry Plain Health Centre offer services beyond emergency care?
Yes. In addition to the emergency room, the facility includes a 10-bed acute care hospital, a 36-bed personal care home, a primary care clinic with two physicians and two nurse practitioners, diagnostic services, rehabilitation (physiotherapy and occupational therapy), public health, mental health, home care, palliative care, and harm reduction services.
What should I do if I need medical advice and am unsure whether to visit the ER?
Manitobans can call Health Links/Info Santé at 1-888-315-9257, available 24/7 in English and French, to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide the appropriate level of care. You can also call the Carberry Health Centre directly at 204-834-2144 for guidance.
Are harm reduction services available at Carberry Plain Health Centre?
Yes. The health centre offers a range of harm reduction services on-site, including needle distribution and drop-off, free condoms, naloxone kits, and pregnancy testing. Note that STI/HIV testing is not currently available at this location.

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 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.

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