HÔPITAL DE TRACADIE-SHEILA

Location & Access

400 Rue Des Hospitalières, Tracadie-Sheila, NB E1X 1G5

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.

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.

About HÔPITAL DE TRACADIE-SHEILA

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.).

Amenities

• Cafeteria — Mon–Fri 11:00 a.m.–12:45 p.m. & 4:45–6:00 p.m.; Sat–Sun 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. & 4:45–6:00 p.m.
• Bilingual services (English and French)

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No specific historical wait time data is available for this facility. Generally, mid-morning on weekdays (between 10:00 a.m. and early afternoon) may be advantageous as a nurse practitioner is on duty from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, which can help with lower-acuity patient flow.

Busier times: Emergency departments across Canada typically experience higher volumes on evenings, weekends, and holidays. While no specific data is available for Hôpital de Tracadie-Sheila, visiting late at night or on weekend evenings may involve longer waits. Always call 911 for life-threatening emergencies regardless of time.

Tips Before You Go

• 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

Frequently Asked Questions

About ER Wait Times

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.

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