Dr. g.b. Cross Memorial Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. In general, mid-morning to early afternoon on weekdays tends to be less busy at rural hospital ERs. If your condition is not life-threatening, weekday mornings are typically the best time to visit.

Busier times: No historical data is available to identify peak hours at this ER. As with most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays can see higher patient volumes. For minor concerns, consider whether your family doctor or a telehealth service (811) might be appropriate first.

About Dr. g.b. Cross Memorial Hospital

Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital at 67 Manitoba Drive in Clarenville, Newfoundland, is the regional acute care hospital serving Clarenville and a catchment area of approximately 20,000 people in the rural eastern region of the province. Its emergency department is classified as Category A and operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, backed by a full suite of inpatient and specialist services including ICU, general surgery, obstetrics, and medical imaging. Managed by Eastern Health, this hospital is the primary destination for emergency and acute care for residents across the Clarenville area and surrounding communities along the Trans-Canada Highway.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Category A Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit (ICU) — 4 beds, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Labour & Delivery, Gynecology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Chemotherapy / Cancer Care (Oncology), Palliative Care, Anesthesia, Radiology and Medical Imaging, CT Scan, Ultrasound and Ultrasonography, Mammography, Bone Density Scanning, Fluoroscopy, General Radiography, Laboratory and Pathology, Respiratory Therapy, Cardiovascular and Stroke Care, Visiting Neurology Clinic, Visiting Ophthalmology Clinic, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, Diabetic Education, Social Work, Pharmacy, Nutritional Services, Pastoral Care, Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD).

Amenities

• Cafeteria — open Monday to Friday, 9:30–10:45 a.m. and 12:00–1:30 p.m. (closed weekends)
• Family Presence meals available evenings and weekends through Nutritional Services
• Gift Shop — open daily 2:00–4:00 p.m. and 7:00–9:00 p.m.
• ATM machine at the main entrance
• Vending machines available
• Patient entertainment and communications system (available for daily rental)
• On-site pharmacy
• Pastoral care services
• Wayfinding signage throughout the hospital
• Wheelchair accessible facility with accessible parking and interior spaces

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Tips Before You Go

• Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial is the only hospital serving the Clarenville region, so for serious emergencies always come directly here or call 911 — it is the nearest Category A emergency facility for a wide rural catchment area.
• If driving from along the Trans-Canada Highway, the hospital is just minutes off the highway at 67 Manitoba Drive — follow wayfinding signs from the main road into Clarenville.
• Taxi is the only alternative to personal vehicles in Clarenville — keep Seaview Taxi's number handy (709-466-2666) if you need transportation to or from the hospital.
• A designated support person is permitted to stay with you 24/7, even outside regular visiting hours (11 a.m. to 9 p.m.). Make sure your support person knows this policy before arriving.
• For non-emergency feedback or questions about your ER experience, contact Eastern Health's client relations line at 709-777-1300 or toll-free at 1-877-444-1399.

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
• List of known allergies
• Any relevant medical records, test results, or specialist letters
• Insurance information if applicable (e.g., private or employer coverage)
• Phone charger or portable battery pack for long waits
• Snacks, water, and a book or entertainment device, especially if accompanying a patient

Parking

Free parking is available on site, including designated accessible (blue space) parking. The facility features ramps and fully accessible entrances and interior spaces. Long-term parking passes are available for chemotherapy patients — speak with the care team to arrange this.

Getting There

Clarenville does not have a public transit system. Taxi service is available through Seaview Taxi at 709-466-2666. The hospital is located just minutes from the Trans-Canada Highway, making it accessible by personal vehicle from communities across the region.

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. 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.