The Moncton Hospital is a 24/7 Level 2 trauma centre and tertiary referral facility located at 135 MacBeath Avenue in Moncton, New Brunswick, serving a catchment population of approximately 192,000 across New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and northern Nova Scotia. As one of Atlantic Canada's leading hospitals, it offers advanced specialties including neurosurgery, medical oncology, neonatal intensive care, and emergency mental health services. Patients with serious or complex conditions across the Maritimes are often directed here for its breadth of specialist care.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Level 2 Trauma Centre, Neurosurgery, Neurology, Medical Oncology (active advanced-stage cancer care), Interventional Radiology, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Maternal Fetal Medicine, Emergency Mental Health (psychiatric assessment, crisis intervention, stabilization), Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Unit (CAPU), Women and Children's Services, NB Organ and Tissue Program, Perinatal NB Program, Medical and Surgical Sub-specialties, Family Practice, Laboratory Medicine and Phlebotomy.
Amenities
Free patient and visitor Wi-Fi (provided in partnership with hospital Foundations and Auxiliaries)
Digital information screens throughout the hospital
Laboratory Medicine (open Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.)
The Moncton Hospital is a major regional referral centre — if you are coming from outside Moncton, call ahead at (506) 857-5111 to confirm the appropriate department for your needs.
Take Codiac Transpo Route 64 (dedicated Hospitals route) for a direct, accessible transit connection if you are not driving.
If you need long-term parking during an extended hospital stay, speak with a Security Guard upon arrival to access discounted parking rates.
The hospital is bilingual — feel free to communicate with staff in English or French throughout your visit.
For non-emergency mental health concerns, ask at triage about Emergency Mental Health services, which offer psychiatric assessment and crisis stabilization directly through the ED.
What to Bring
Government-issued photo ID (driver's licence, passport)
New Brunswick Health Card (Medicare card)
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records, imaging, or referral documents
Insurance information (if applicable for out-of-province patients)
Phone charger or portable battery pack for a potentially long wait
Snacks, water, and a light jacket for comfort during your visit
A trusted family member or friend to help communicate with staff and take notes
Parking
On-site paid parking is available with hourly and daily rates. Cashless payment by debit or credit card is accepted. Long-term patients and visitors can inquire at the Security office for special discount parking rates. Metered street spots near the hospital are free after 10 p.m. on weeknights, and all day on weekends and holidays. The facility is fully wheelchair accessible.
Getting There
Codiac Transpo routes 51, 64, and 65 all stop near The Moncton Hospital. Route 64 is a dedicated Hospitals route providing direct public transit access. All Codiac Transpo buses are wheelchair accessible, featuring curb-level entry, ramp access, and secured rear-facing wheelchair spaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Moncton Hospital Emergency Department open 24 hours?
Yes, The Moncton Hospital Emergency Department at 135 MacBeath Avenue is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including all holidays.
What level of trauma care does The Moncton Hospital provide?
The Moncton Hospital is designated a Level 2 trauma centre and serves as a tertiary referral destination for serious and complex cases across New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and northern Nova Scotia, including neurosurgery, neonatal intensive care, and advanced oncology.
Does The Moncton Hospital Emergency Department offer mental health services?
Yes. Emergency Mental Health services are available through the ED, including psychiatric assessments, triage, crisis intervention, and stabilization delivered by a multidisciplinary team of nurses, social workers, and psychiatrists. The hospital also houses the NB Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Unit for youth requiring inpatient psychiatric care.
How can I get to The Moncton Hospital by public transit?
Codiac Transpo routes 51, 64, and 65 all serve stops near The Moncton Hospital. Route 64 is specifically designated the Hospitals route and provides direct access. All buses are wheelchair accessible with ramp entry and secured wheelchair spaces.
Is The Moncton Hospital a teaching hospital?
Yes. The Moncton Hospital is a teaching hospital affiliated with Dalhousie University's Faculty of Medicine and Memorial University of Newfoundland. It has fully accredited programs in dietetics, radiologic technology, and pharmacy residency, meaning you may interact with supervised medical trainees during your visit.
Are services available in French at The Moncton Hospital?
Yes. The Moncton Hospital is a designated bilingual facility, providing services in both English and French. Patients are welcome to communicate with staff in either official language throughout their visit.
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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