Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. In general, weekday mornings and early afternoons tend to be less busy at most Canadian ERs. Arriving earlier in the day may help reduce wait times.
Busier times: ERs across Canada are typically busiest on evenings, weekends, and holidays. Without facility-specific historical data, we recommend checking real-time wait estimates on this page before heading in during these peak periods.
Carbonear General Hospital, located at 86 Highroad South in Carbonear, NL, is a full-service acute care facility serving the Bay de Verde Peninsula, Conception Bay North, and the Southern Shore of Trinity Bay — a catchment area of approximately 20,000 people. The emergency department holds a Category A designation and operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, supported by a central cardiac monitoring system and a broad range of in-hospital specialists including surgery, internal medicine, obstetrics, and ICU care. Managed by NL Health Services, this 80-bed hospital is the primary emergency resource for residents of Carbonear and the surrounding communities.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Category A Emergency Department, ICU / Cardiac Care, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Labour & Delivery, Gynecology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Anesthesia, Chemotherapy and Cancer Care (Oncology), Cardiovascular and Stroke Care, Dialysis, ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat), Eye Care, Orthopedics, Radiology and Ultrasonography, Respiratory Therapy, Laboratory and Pathology, Palliative Care, Midwifery, Paramedicine, Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD), Virtual ER (for non-emergent, urgent conditions), Central Cardiac Monitoring in ED.
The ED at Carbonear General is a Category A facility — it is equipped to handle serious and complex emergencies, so don't hesitate to come in for urgent or severe conditions.
If your condition is non-emergent and urgent but not life-threatening, ask staff whether you may be eligible for the hospital's virtual ER option after triage assessment.
If you are travelling from a rural area on the Bay de Verde Peninsula or Southern Shore of Trinity Bay, call ahead at 709-945-5136 (ED direct line) for guidance on whether your situation requires an in-person visit.
Free parking is available on site — no need to bring change or a parking card. Accessible spaces are located close to the entrance.
If you need a taxi to or from the hospital, contact Jim's Taxi (709-596-5131) or A-1 Taxi (709-596-7526), as there is no public transit in Carbonear.
What to Bring
Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence or passport)
Provincial health card (NL MCP card)
List of current medications, including dosages
Any relevant medical documents, test results, or referral letters
Name and contact information for your family doctor or specialist
Emergency contact information for a family member or friend
Payment method or insurance details for any applicable charges (e.g., semi-private room)
Comfort items for a potential wait (water bottle, snacks, phone charger, warm layer)
Parking
Free parking is available on site, including designated wheelchair-accessible spaces. The facility features an accessible ramp, accessible entrances, accessible interior spaces, and wheelchair-accessible washrooms. Wheelchairs are available for use in the lobby.
Getting There
There is no public transit service in Carbonear. The hospital is best reached by personal vehicle via Highroad South. Local taxi services are available: Jim's Taxi (709-596-5131) and A-1 Taxi (709-596-7526).
Frequently Asked Questions
What level of emergency care does Carbonear General Hospital provide?
Carbonear General Hospital's emergency department holds a Category A designation, which is the highest level of ER classification in Newfoundland and Labrador. It is staffed and equipped to handle serious, complex, and life-threatening emergencies around the clock.
Does Carbonear General Hospital offer a virtual ER option?
Yes. After in-person triage and assessment, appropriate patients may be offered a virtual ER option for non-emergent, urgent, non-life-threatening conditions. This is determined by clinical staff after you arrive at the ED — you cannot pre-select virtual care without being assessed first.
What specialist services are available at Carbonear General Hospital?
The hospital offers a broad range of specialties including general surgery, internal medicine, obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, psychiatry, ICU and cardiac care, oncology, dialysis, ENT, orthopedics, stroke care, and more. It serves as a regional hub for the Conception Bay North and Bay de Verde Peninsula area.
Is parking free at Carbonear General Hospital?
Yes, parking is free at Carbonear General Hospital. Accessible parking spaces, a ramp, and accessible building entrances are available. Wheelchairs are also available in the lobby for patients who need them.
How do I get to Carbonear General Hospital if I don't have a car?
There is no public transit service in Carbonear. You can reach the hospital by personal vehicle via Highroad South, or by taxi. Local taxi options include Jim's Taxi at 709-596-5131 and A-1 Taxi at 709-596-7526.
What is the main phone number for Carbonear General Hospital's emergency department?
The main hospital line is 709-945-5111. The direct emergency department line is 709-945-5136. Call 911 immediately if you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency.
Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.
Wait times are estimates based on Newfoundland & Labrador health data. Actual wait times may vary.
This hospital does not publish a live wait, so the figure above comes from our model rather than from its own feed. We publish how that model performs where it can be checked, at the hospitals that do publish. See the accuracy scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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