Western Memorial Regional Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. In general, early weekday mornings (before 10 a.m.) tend to be quieter at most emergency departments. If your condition is not life-threatening, visiting mid-morning on a weekday may result in a shorter wait.

Busier times: Without specific historical data, general patterns suggest that evenings (5–10 p.m.), weekends, and holidays typically see higher ED volumes at regional hospitals. If your situation is urgent, do not delay care based on expected wait times.

About Western Memorial Regional Hospital

Western Memorial Regional Hospital is the primary acute care facility for western Newfoundland, serving a regional population of approximately 82,000 people from its modern seven-storey building at 100 Health Care Crescent in Corner Brook. The Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and is divided into a Fast Track clinic for lower-acuity concerns and a main Emergency Department for more serious cases, supported by a full range of specialist services including critical care, oncology, cardiovascular care, mental health, and obstetrics. Opened in June 2024, this LEED Silver-certified facility is purpose-built for patient dignity and safety, featuring a seniors-friendly ED design, private inpatient rooms, and direct elevator access linking mental health services to the Emergency Department.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Fast Track Clinic (lower-acuity cases), Critical Care Unit (12-bed ICU), Cancer Care / Oncology (Cancer Care Western), Radiation Therapy and Expanded Chemotherapy, Cardiovascular and Stroke Care, Children's Health and Pediatrics, Labour and Delivery / Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mental Health and Addictions (dedicated top-floor unit), Dialysis / Renal Care (up to 24 patients), Endoscopy (including additional endoscopy suite), Medical Imaging (MRI, Ultrasound, Echocardiography), Laboratory Services, Surgery and Procedures (6 operating rooms), Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Speech-Language Therapy, Pharmacy, Paramedicine, Pastoral Care.

Amenities

• Gift Shop
• ATM on site
• Vending machines
• Outdoor cafeteria area and garden spaces
• Free cable TV and internet in patient rooms (with entertainment, patient info, and video chat)
• Pharmacy (on site)
• Pastoral Care services
• Play areas
• Mental health unit fitness room and relaxation room
• Secure outdoor roof terraces (adult and adolescent mental health)
• Dedicated Indigenous spaces including smudging areas and Mi'kmaq teepee sculpture
• Family spaces within mental health units

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Tips Before You Go

• The Emergency Department is split into two areas — a Fast Track clinic for minor injuries and illnesses, and the main ED for more serious conditions. Triage staff will direct you to the appropriate area on arrival.
• The new hospital is located at 100 Health Care Crescent, Corner Brook — not the former 1 Brookfield Ave address, which now serves administrative functions only.
• Free parking is available directly at the hospital, including accessible spaces and EV charging stations, so driving is a convenient option if you are able.
• If you or a family member requires mental health support, the hospital has a dedicated mental health floor with private, dignified access via elevators connected directly to the Emergency Department.
• The ED is designed to be seniors-friendly, with thoughtful layout and lighting to reduce disorientation — caregivers accompanying elderly patients can feel comfortable bringing them here.
• For non-emergency concerns, consider whether your situation can wait for a family physician or walk-in clinic appointment, as this helps keep ED resources available for urgent cases.

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 records, recent test results, or specialist letters
• Provincial drug card or private insurance information
• Emergency contact name and phone number
• Comfort items for a potential wait (phone charger, snacks, book or headphones)
• Payment method for any applicable parking or incidental costs

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.

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