Selkirk & District General Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is available for this facility. Generally, weekday mornings (before noon) tend to be quieter at most emergency departments. If your condition is not life-threatening, calling ahead or checking real-time wait times can help you plan your visit.

Busier times: No historical wait data is available for this facility. As with most ERs, evenings, weekends, and holidays typically see higher patient volumes. Avoid peak hours if your condition permits — but never delay care for a serious or life-threatening emergency.

About Selkirk & District General Hospital

The Selkirk Regional Health Centre (successor to Selkirk & District General Hospital) is the regional acute care hub for the Interlake-Eastern Health Authority, located at 120 Easton Dr in Selkirk, Manitoba. The emergency department operates 24/7 with continuous physician coverage and underwent a major renovation completed in March 2024 that expanded treatment capacity. As the region's only full-service hospital, it serves residents of Selkirk and the broader Interlake region with emergency, surgical, obstetric, oncology, dialysis, and diagnostic services including MRI.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department with continuous physician coverage, General surgery, gynecology, and urology, Obstetrics and family birthing unit, MRI and diagnostic imaging, Dialysis (8 stations, 6 days per week), Chemotherapy and community cancer outreach, Palliative care, Rehabilitation therapies, Endoscopy, Medicine and acute inpatient care, Mental health crisis line (24/7).

Amenities

• On-site café
• Interior contemplation courtyard
• Three barrier-free rooftop terraces
• Staff and family courtyard
• Spiritual care services (available on request)
• Alcohol-based hand sanitizer throughout facility
• Pharmacy (contact hospital to confirm current availability)

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Tips Before You Go

• The Selkirk Regional Health Centre is located at 120 Easton Dr — note that the former hospital at 100 Easton Dr is now a transitional care facility and is not the emergency department.
• For mental health crises, a dedicated 24/7 phone line is available at 204-482-5419 or toll-free 1-866-427-8628 before deciding whether to visit the ER.
• Specialized inpatient psychiatric care is provided by the separate Selkirk Mental Health Centre — ask the ER team if a referral may be appropriate for your situation.
• If you are a dialysis patient, inquire about special parking rates when you arrive or call 204-482-5800 ahead of your visit.
• The ER renovation completed in March 2024 expanded treatment capacity — the department is better equipped to handle higher patient volumes than the previous layout allowed.

What to Bring

• Government-issued photo ID (e.g., Manitoba driver's licence)
• Manitoba Health Card (PHIN card)
• List of current medications, including dosages
• List of known allergies
• Any relevant medical records, imaging, or specialist letters
• Health insurance information for any supplemental coverage
• Phone charger or portable battery pack for long waits
• Comfort items such as a book, snacks, and water for accompanying family members

Frequently Asked Questions

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. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.