Labrador Health Centre

Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

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About Labrador Health Centre

Labrador Health Centre is Happy Valley-Goose Bay's primary acute care hospital and holds a Category A 24-hour Emergency Department designation — the highest classification in the Labrador-Grenfell health zone. The 25-bed facility serves residents of central and coastal Labrador, offering emergency care, surgery, obstetrics, pediatrics, critical care, and diagnostic imaging. As one of three major hospitals in Labrador and a regional hub for a vast, remote geography, it is the appropriate destination for serious emergencies, trauma, childbirth, and complex medical needs across the region.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Category A Emergency Department General surgery Internal medicine Obstetrics and maternity care (two birthing rooms, nursery) Pediatrics Critical care Anesthesia Laboratory services Diagnostic imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, CT, mammography) Physiotherapy Occupational therapy Speech-language pathology Major and minor operating rooms Six-bed mental health unit Outpatient clinics Visiting specialist services Family Practice Residency training (NorFam program)

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Labrador Health Centre offers accessible parking spaces, an accessible ramp, accessible entrances, and accessible interior spaces. Specific lot sizes and parking fees were not confirmed publicly — contact the hospital at 709-897-2000 for current parking details.

There is no public transit service in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Taxi service is available — Cooneys Taxi can be reached at 709-896-3333 for transportation to and from the hospital.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait-time data is available for this facility. Generally, mid-morning to early afternoon on weekdays tends to be less busy at most emergency departments. For life-threatening emergencies, go immediately regardless of time.

🔴 Busier times

No historical data is available to identify specific peak periods at Labrador Health Centre. Like most ERs, evenings, weekends, and holidays often see higher volumes. If your condition is urgent but not immediately life-threatening, weekday mornings may offer shorter waits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What level of emergency department does Labrador Health Centre have?
Labrador Health Centre holds a Category A 24-hour on-site Emergency Department designation, which is the highest classification in the Labrador-Grenfell health zone. This means full emergency services are available around the clock with on-site physician coverage.
Does Labrador Health Centre offer maternity and birthing services?
Yes. The facility includes two birthing rooms, a nursery with five bassinets and one isolette, and a father's waiting and early labour room. An Obstetrician/Gynecologist is among the resident specialists on site.
Can I access specialist care at Labrador Health Centre?
Resident specialists include a General Surgeon, Anesthetist, and Obstetrician/Gynecologist. Additional visiting specialists provide services on a regular basis. For highly specialized care not available locally, patients may require referral or medical transport to a larger centre.
Is there a mental health unit at Labrador Health Centre?
Yes. A six-bed mental health unit has been constructed within the Labrador Health Centre Emergency department to support patients experiencing mental health crises.
How do I get to Labrador Health Centre if I don't have a vehicle?
Happy Valley-Goose Bay does not have public transit service. Taxi service is available through Cooneys Taxi at 709-896-3333. It is advisable to arrange transportation in advance, particularly for overnight or early-morning visits.
Does Labrador Health Centre serve patients from outside Happy Valley-Goose Bay?
Yes. Labrador Health Centre is a regional hub serving residents of central and coastal Labrador. Each Family Physician on staff is also responsible for the medical care of a community on Labrador's North Coast, and the hospital provides care across a very large and geographically remote area.

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.

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