Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre

About Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre

The Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre is a 130-bed secondary care hospital located at 50 Union Street in Grand Falls-Windsor, NL, serving as the primary regional referral facility for approximately 94,000 residents across central Newfoundland and Labrador. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with on-site physician coverage at all times, offering advanced diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, and a broad range of specialties including general surgery, internal medicine, obstetrics, pediatrics, and critical care. Patients requiring tertiary-level care beyond the facility's secondary scope may be transferred to St. John's, making this ER the essential first point of advanced care for the region's largest town and surrounding communities.

Services & Specialties

Amenities

• Cafeteria (confirm hours directly with facility)
• On-site pharmacy at 50 Union Street
• Chapel
• Gift shop
• ATM
• Quiet and family rooms
• Patient entertainment and communications system in patient rooms
• South and Central Health Foundation office

Parking & Transit

Free parking is available on site. Accessible parking spaces, ramps, accessible entrances, and accessible interior spaces are provided for patients and visitors with mobility needs.

There is no public transit service in Grand Falls-Windsor. Patients without personal vehicles can use local taxi services: ASAP Cabs at 709-489-7777 or Grand Falls-Windsor Taxi at 709-489-8981.

Best Times to Visit

Tips Before You Go

• Call ahead at 709-292-2500 for non-emergency questions — the on-site team can help direct you to the right service before you arrive.
• Since there is no public transit in Grand Falls-Windsor, arrange transportation in advance. Local taxis (ASAP Cabs: 709-489-7777; Grand Falls-Windsor Taxi: 709-489-8981) are your best option if you don't have a vehicle.
• The hospital offers a broad range of specialties for a regional centre — if you have an existing specialist relationship at this facility, bring any relevant referral letters or specialist contact information.
• Free parking is available on site, so driving directly to the hospital is convenient. Use the accessible parking spaces near the main entrance if you have mobility needs.
• As the main referral hospital for central Newfoundland, the ER can be busiest following community events, winter weather incidents, or during seasonal illness peaks — mid-morning to early afternoon on weekdays may see lower volumes than evenings or weekends.
• If your condition requires care beyond secondary-level services, staff may arrange transfer to a tertiary centre in St. John's. Ask your care team early if you anticipate needing specialized tertiary care.

What to Bring

• Valid government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence or passport)
• Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Care Plan (MCP) card
• List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
• Any relevant medical records, recent test results, or referral letters
• Provincial health card or private insurance information
• Phone charger or portable battery pack for long waits
• Comfortable clothing and a light jacket (ERs can be cool)
• Snacks and water for accompanying family members during extended waits

Frequently Asked Questions

About ER Wait Times

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 using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.

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