Hôpital de Tracadie-Sheila is a 59-bed community hospital located at 400 Rue Des Hospitalières in Tracadie-Sheila, New Brunswick, and serves as the primary acute care facility for the Tracadie region and surrounding communities. Part of the Vitalité Health Network, the hospital's emergency department operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, welcoming over 23,000 visits annually and receiving 7 to 10 ambulance arrivals per day. As the first French-language hospital in the Maritimes, it provides a broad range of services in both English and French, including emergency care, concentrated care, dialysis, palliative care, and various specialized programs.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, General Medicine and Acute Medicine, Concentrated (Intensive) Care, Palliative Care, Dialysis Services, Pediatric Care, Rehabilitation Services, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services (Imaging, Lab), Blood Tests and Laboratory, Ambulatory Care, Respiratory Health Clinic, Smoking Cessation Clinic, Mental Health and Addiction Counselling, Dysphagia Program (swallowing difficulties, stroke, TIA), Nurse Practitioner Services (Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.).
A nurse practitioner is on duty Monday to Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., which can help manage non-critical cases more efficiently during those hours.
The hospital receives 7 to 10 ambulance arrivals per day — arriving during mid-morning on weekdays when nurse practitioner coverage is active may help streamline your visit for lower-acuity concerns.
Services are provided in both English and French — don't hesitate to communicate in your preferred language with staff.
Call 506-394-3000 ahead of your visit to confirm parking arrangements, especially if you require accessible parking or have mobility needs.
For non-emergency health concerns, consider contacting Vitalité Health Network at vitalitenb.ca to explore whether a clinic or telehealth option may be appropriate before heading to the ER.
What to Bring
Valid government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence, passport)
New Brunswick Health Card (Medicare card)
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records, referral letters, or test results
Insurance information if applicable (e.g., private or work coverage)
Comfortable clothing and a warm layer, as ERs can be cool
Snacks, water, and entertainment for potential waiting periods
A trusted family member or friend if you need support or interpretation
Parking
Specific parking details for Hôpital de Tracadie-Sheila are not publicly confirmed. Contact the hospital directly at 506-394-3000 for information on parking availability, accessibility, and any associated costs before your visit.
Getting There
Tracadie-Sheila is a smaller community and confirmed public transit routes to the hospital are not available in public sources. Patients are encouraged to arrange private transportation or contact the hospital at 506-394-3000 for local transportation guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hôpital de Tracadie-Sheila emergency department open 24/7?
Yes, the Emergency Department at Hôpital de Tracadie-Sheila is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays.
What is the phone number for Hôpital de Tracadie-Sheila?
You can reach Hôpital de Tracadie-Sheila at 506-394-3000 for general inquiries, directions, and information about services.
Does the hospital offer services in French?
Yes. As part of the Vitalité Health Network — New Brunswick's francophone regional health authority — Hôpital de Tracadie-Sheila provides services in both French and English.
What specialized programs does Hôpital de Tracadie-Sheila offer beyond emergency care?
The hospital offers a range of programs including dialysis, palliative care, a Dysphagia Program for patients with swallowing difficulties (including stroke and TIA patients), a respiratory health clinic, a smoking cessation clinic, mental health and addiction counselling, and rehabilitation services.
How busy is the Hôpital de Tracadie-Sheila emergency department?
The emergency department sees more than 23,000 visits annually, with an average of 7 to 10 ambulance arrivals per day, making it an active regional emergency facility.
Is there a cafeteria at Hôpital de Tracadie-Sheila?
Yes, a cafeteria is available. On weekdays, it is open from 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 4:45 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. On weekends, hours are 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 4:45 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.
Visit length figures represent total time in the emergency department from arrival to discharge, sourced from NB Health. Actual times may vary.
We check our own accuracy. Forecasting two hours ahead, the ERstat estimate was typically off by 33 minutes against what hospitals themselves later posted, compared with 41 minutes for the hospital's own current figure, and was the closer of the two 58% of the time. See the full scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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