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Flin Flon General Hospital is the only hospital serving the northern Manitoba community of Flin Flon and surrounding areas, including some Saskatchewan residents. Its modern, 14,000-square-foot emergency department — roughly eight and a half times larger than its predecessor — features four stretcher bays, a trauma room, an isolation room, a procedure room, and dedicated family consult space, representing a $27.1-million investment in northern healthcare. As an acute care facility affiliated with the Northern Regional Health Authority, the ED operates 24/7 and provides a broad range of emergency and inpatient services, though patients with highly complex needs such as cardiac emergencies or high-risk obstetrics may require transfer to larger centres like Winnipeg.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Acute inpatient care (34 beds), Emergency Medical Services (EMS) access, Trauma room, Hemodialysis, Chemotherapy, Rehabilitation therapy, Palliative care, Diagnostic imaging and laboratory services, Intravenous therapy, Surgical and medical inpatient care, MB Telehealth (virtual specialist consultations), Safe room for management of agitated patients, Outpatient services.
Flin Flon General is the only hospital in the community — for life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately rather than driving yourself.
Patients with complex cardiac, stroke, or high-risk obstetric needs may be stabilized here and then transferred to Winnipeg; ask staff early about transfer options if you have a known serious condition.
If you or a family member requires a specialist not available on-site, ask about MB Telehealth, which connects patients with specialists remotely.
The hospital also serves Saskatchewan residents — if travelling from across the provincial border, bring your Saskatchewan health card as well as any relevant medical records.
For non-emergency medical needs, contact the hospital at 204-687-7591 in advance to confirm what outpatient services are available and to avoid an unnecessary ER visit.
Street parking near the hospital at Third Ave and Church St is generally available, but arrive with extra time during busy periods to find a suitable spot.
What to Bring
Manitoba Health Card (or Saskatchewan Health Card if applicable)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, including dosages
List of known allergies
Health history summary or any relevant medical records
Emergency contact information
Cash or debit/credit card for incidental expenses
Warm clothing or a blanket, especially in winter given Flin Flon's northern climate
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Flin Flon General Hospital the only hospital in Flin Flon?
Yes. Flin Flon General Hospital is the only hospital serving the Flin Flon community. It is one of three major hospital centres in northern Manitoba and also provides care to residents of nearby Saskatchewan communities.
What does the new Flin Flon General Hospital emergency department look like?
The modern ED is approximately 14,000 square feet — about eight and a half times larger than the previous department. It includes four stretcher bays, two treatment rooms, a trauma room, a procedure room, an isolation room, a family consult room, an IV therapy room, and a safe room for managing agitated patients. The redevelopment was a $27.1-million investment.
Can Saskatchewan residents receive care at Flin Flon General Hospital?
Yes. Flin Flon General Hospital regularly provides care to residents from nearby Saskatchewan communities due to its geographic location near the provincial border. Bring your Saskatchewan health card when you visit.
Does Flin Flon General Hospital have specialist services on-site?
The hospital offers a range of services including hemodialysis, chemotherapy, rehabilitation, and diagnostic services. For specialist consultations not available on-site, the hospital uses MB Telehealth to connect patients remotely with specialists. Patients requiring advanced cardiac, stroke, or complex surgical care may need to be transferred to Winnipeg.
How do I get to Flin Flon General Hospital by public transit?
Flin Flon has a municipal transit system with adult fares of $2.00. The hospital is centrally located at Third Ave and Church St in the downtown core. Specific bus routes stopping at the hospital have not been confirmed — call City Transit at (204) 681-7512 for current route and schedule information.
Is there a pharmacy near Flin Flon General Hospital?
A Pharmasave pharmacy is located nearby on Main Street in Flin Flon. The hospital does not have a confirmed on-site pharmacy — contact the hospital at 204-687-7591 to verify any on-site dispensing services available to patients.