What is the current ER wait time at HÔPITAL RÉGIONAL D'EDMUNDSTON?

The current emergency room wait time at HÔPITAL RÉGIONAL D'EDMUNDSTON is approximately 8h. This is updated every 15 minutes using official New Brunswick health data.

Is HÔPITAL RÉGIONAL D'EDMUNDSTON ER open right now?

Yes, HÔPITAL RÉGIONAL D'EDMUNDSTON emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What are the nearest emergency departments to HÔPITAL RÉGIONAL D'EDMUNDSTON?

The nearest emergency departments to HÔPITAL RÉGIONAL D'EDMUNDSTON are: HÔPITAL DE NOTRE-DAME-DU-LAC — 45 km away; HÔPITAL GENERAL DE GRAND-SAULT — 56 km away (current wait: 3h); CLINIQUE MEDICALE DE SQUATEC — 64 km away; Hotel Dieu of Saint-Joseph — 85 km away (current wait: 1h 30m); HÔTEL-DIEU SAINT-JOSEPH DE SAINT-QUENTIN — 70 km away (current wait: 2h). Current wait times are available at erstat.ca.

When is the best time to visit HÔPITAL RÉGIONAL D'EDMUNDSTON emergency room?

ERstat tracks historical wait time patterns at HÔPITAL RÉGIONAL D'EDMUNDSTON. Generally, early morning weekday hours tend to be quieter at most Canadian ERs. Check the 12-hour forecast on erstat.ca for HÔPITAL RÉGIONAL D'EDMUNDSTON to plan your visit.

ERstat

HÔPITAL RÉGIONAL D'EDMUNDSTON

275 Boul Hébert, Edmundston, NB (506) 739-2200

Current ER wait

6h–10h

Total time in ER, not time-to-physician. Updated hourly.

8h 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.

Source: New Brunswick Health (Horizon/Vitalité) · as of 7:50 p.m. ADT

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12-Hour Forecast

10pm

8h12

11pm

8h2

12am

7h47

1am

7h42

2am

7h17

3am

7h9

4am

7h32

5am

8h3

6am

8h7

7am

8h33

8am

8h45

9am

Projected from this ER’s typical pattern and the current wait.

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Mondays 1am avg ~7h 32m

Longest wait Tuesdays 10am avg ~11h 59m

Nearby Alternatives

HÔPITAL DE NOTRE-DAME-DU-LAC

Témiscouata-Sur-Le-Lac · 45 km away

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HÔPITAL GENERAL DE GRAND-SAULT

Grand Falls/Grand-Sault · 56 km away

2h–4h

CLINIQUE MEDICALE DE SQUATEC

Saint-Michel-Du-Squatec · 64 km away

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HÔTEL-DIEU SAINT-JOSEPH DE SAINT-QUENTIN

Saint-Quentin · 70 km away

1h–3h

Hotel Dieu of Saint-Joseph

Perth-Andover · 85 km away

1h–2h

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About HÔPITAL RÉGIONAL D'EDMUNDSTON

Hôpital Régional d'Edmundston is a 169-bed acute care hospital located at 275 Boul. Hébert in Edmundston, New Brunswick, operated under the Vitalité Health Network. Its Emergency Department is open 24 hours a day and serves as the primary regional referral hub for northwest New Brunswick, including the Madawaska region and cross-border patients from the State of Maine. The ED is equipped with 16 stretchers — including a dedicated two-stretcher resuscitation room — and two rapid assessment chairs, making it capable of handling both routine and complex, life-threatening emergencies.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Resuscitation room (2 stretchers), Acute care and critical care, Surgical and ambulatory care, Maternity and pediatric (mother/child) care, Mental health and psychosocial services, Medical and long-term care, Intensive care unit, Telehealth services, Mobile specialty clinics (infectiology, neurology), Regional referral and patient transfer services.

Amenities

Cafeteria on the second floor (Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.; Sat, Sun & holidays 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.)
Vending machines in the cafeteria and at the main entrance
Free on-site parking
Wheelchair accessible facility
Wi-Fi available throughout the hospital

Other Care Options

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Tips Before You Go

After hours, not all entrances are accessible — patients arriving at night should proceed directly to the Emergency Department entrance at 275 Boul. Hébert.
This hospital is the regional referral centre for northwest New Brunswick and receives transferred patients from Grand Falls and Saint-Quentin hospitals, so the ED can be busy during multi-casualty or complex case situations.
If you need food or coffee outside cafeteria hours, vending machines are available at the main entrance around the clock.
The hospital primarily serves a francophone population; services are available in French, and bilingual support may be available — confirm with staff on arrival if English-only assistance is needed.
For non-emergency medical needs, consider whether Telehealth services offered by the hospital could address your concern without a physical ER visit.

What to Bring

Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence or passport)
New Brunswick health card (Medicare card)
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Provincial health coverage information or private insurance card
Any relevant medical history documents or specialist referral letters
Comfortable clothing suitable for a potentially long wait
Phone charger or portable battery pack
Cash or card for vending machines if visiting outside cafeteria hours

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Edmundston Regional Hospital Emergency Department open 24 hours?

Yes, the Emergency Department at Hôpital Régional d'Edmundston is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including all holidays.

Which entrance should I use when arriving at the ER at night?

Not all hospital entrances and exits are accessible after hours. If you are arriving at night or outside regular hours, use the Emergency Department entrance directly. If unsure, call the hospital at (506) 739-2200 before arriving.

Does Hôpital Régional d'Edmundston accept patients transferred from other hospitals?

Yes. This hospital serves as the regional referral hub for northwest New Brunswick and routinely receives unstable patients transferred from the emergency departments at Grand Falls and Saint-Quentin hospitals, as well as cross-border patients from the State of Maine.

Is parking free at the Edmundston Regional Hospital?

Yes, on-site parking is free for patients and visitors. The facility is also fully wheelchair accessible.

What is the capacity of the Emergency Department at this hospital?

The ED has 16 stretchers in total: 9 for assessment and treatment, 2 in a dedicated resuscitation room, and 5 for observation. There are also 2 rapid assessment chairs for faster triage of lower-acuity patients.

Is food available at the hospital outside of cafeteria hours?

Yes. While the cafeteria on the second floor is open Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (and 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on weekends and holidays), vending machines are available at both the cafeteria and the main entrance at all hours.

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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.

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