Winnipeg ER Wait Times

10 emergency departments · MB · Live as of 1:26 a.m. CDT

Shortest: Victoria General Hospital - Winnipeg at 8h 15m
Average: 10h 17m
Longest: 13h 45m
215 people waiting now

Compare all 10 Winnipeg ER wait times

ERstat lists all 10 Winnipeg emergency departments side by side, sorted from the shortest wait to the longest, using data from Shared Health Manitoba. Right now the difference between the shortest and longest ER wait in Winnipeg is 5h 30m — Victoria General Hospital - Winnipeg at 8h 15m versus St. Boniface General Hospital at 13h 45m.

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.

Health Sciences Centre - Children's

24/7

4h 30m

Victoria General Hospital - Winnipeg

24/7 · 2340 Pembina Hwy

8h 15m

Seven Oaks General Hospital

24/7 · 2300 Mcphillips St

8h 45m

Concordia Hospital

24/7 · 1095 Concordia Ave

11h

Grace General Hospital

24/7 · 300 Booth Dr

12h 45m

Health Sciences Centre - Adult

24/7 · 820 Sherbrook St

13h

St. Boniface General Hospital

24/7 · 409 Taché Ave

13h 45m

Cancercare Manitoba- Mcdermot

24/7 · 675 Mcdermot Avenue

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Misericordia Health Centre

24/7 · 99 Cornish Ave

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Western Surgery Centre

24/7 · #100-1020 Lorimer Blvd

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8h 15m wait. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Winnipeg ER Wait Forecast

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

Winnipeg ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

10h17
6am
10h26
7am
10h56
8am
10h58
9am
10h48
10am
10h14
11am
9h36
12pm
8h58
1pm
8h35
2pm
8h11
3pm
7h46
4pm
7h29
5pm

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Winnipeg

Based on historical wait patterns across Winnipeg 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 Saturdays 12pm avg ~6h 31m
Longest wait Tuesdays 4am avg ~10h 58m

Nearby ERs Outside Winnipeg

Selkirk & District General Hospital

Selkirk · 36 km away

1h 15m–7h 15mPredicted

HÔPITAL STE-ANNE HOSPITAL

Ste-Anne · 44 km away

1h–7h 30mPredicted

Bethesda Hospital

Steinbach · 53 km away

1h–7h 30mPredicted

Dr. Evelyn Memorial Hospital

Stonewall · 30 km away

1h 15m–7h 30mPredicted

Stonewall and District Health Centre

Stonewall · 30 km away

1h 15m–7h 30mPredicted

Emergency Rooms in Winnipeg

Winnipeg has 10 emergency departments — 10 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 7 of 10 currently have live wait time data. Right now, 215 people are waiting across Winnipeg emergency departments.

Wait time data for Winnipeg is sourced from Shared Health Manitoba 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 Winnipeg 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 Winnipeg

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Winnipeg 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. Manitoba 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 1-888-315-9257 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 Winnipeg right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Winnipeg right now is at Victoria General Hospital - Winnipeg with an estimated wait of 8h 15m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Winnipeg?
Winnipeg has 10 emergency departments, 10 of which operate 24/7. 7 currently have live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Winnipeg?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Winnipeg hospitals using data from Shared Health Manitoba. 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 Winnipeg?
The current average ER wait time across Winnipeg emergency departments is approximately 10h 17m. This is a real-time average and changes throughout the day. Overnight waits tend to be longer than midday due to reduced staffing.
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 Winnipeg ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Winnipeg wait time data from Shared Health Manitoba. Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.
What if all Winnipeg ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Winnipeg with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 1-888-315-9257 to speak with a registered nurse. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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