Fishermen's Memorial Hospital

Lunenburg, NS · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

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ER Temporarily Closed

Fishermen's Memorial Hospital emergency department is temporarily closed.

Expected to reopen: 2026-03-13, 4:30:00 a.m.

Current ER Wait
Unknown Closed
🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Lunenburg

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Nearby Alternatives

For advanced specialty care, trauma services, or procedures beyond the scope of a community hospital, South Shore Regional Hospital in Bridgewater — approximately 22 km from Lunenburg — serves as the regional referral centre for the South Shore.

South Shore Regional Hospital

Bridgewater · 16 km away

4h 7m

Queens General Hospital

Liverpool · 49 km away

2h 15m

Hants Community Hospital

Windsor · 69 km away

2h 15m

About Fishermen's Memorial

Fishermen's Memorial Hospital is a 46-bed community hospital located in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, serving the South Shore region with a 24/7 emergency department situated on the building's second level. As a community-level facility operating under Nova Scotia Health (Western Zone), it is well suited for urgent but non-life-threatening conditions, general emergencies, and diagnostic services including laboratory and imaging. Patients requiring advanced trauma care, cardiac surgery, or specialized pediatric services may be referred to South Shore Regional Hospital in Bridgewater, approximately 22 km away.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Inpatient care (46 beds) Laboratory services Diagnostic imaging Pharmacy Ambulatory care Bone densitometry Occupational therapy Physiotherapy Mental health and addictions services Diabetes education Veterans Unit Recovery Support Centre Outpatient Withdrawal Management program Blood collection (by appointment) Virtual Urgent Care

Amenities

Parking & Transit

On-site parking is available at the hospital and the facility is wheelchair accessible. Specific parking fees are not published — contact the hospital at 902-634-8801 for current rates.

Lunenburg does not have a dedicated public transit route to the hospital. Visitors travelling by car can reach the facility from Bridgewater in approximately 22 km. Contact the Town of Lunenburg or Nova Scotia's transit services for the most current local transportation options.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. Generally, community hospital ERs tend to be quieter on weekday mornings and early afternoons. If your condition is non-urgent, mid-morning on a weekday is typically a reasonable time to visit.

🔴 Busier times

Without historical wait data specific to Fishermen's Memorial Hospital, it is difficult to pinpoint peak hours. As with most ERs, evenings, weekends, and holidays often see higher patient volumes. If possible, avoid late evenings and weekend afternoons for non-urgent concerns.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Where exactly is the emergency department located within Fishermen's Memorial Hospital?
The emergency department is on the second level of the hospital at 14 High Street, Lunenburg. Follow signage from the main entrance to reach the ED.
Does Fishermen's Memorial Hospital have a trauma centre or specialized cardiac unit?
No. Fishermen's Memorial is a community-level hospital and does not have a designated trauma centre or cardiac surgery unit. Patients requiring those higher-level services are typically referred to South Shore Regional Hospital in Bridgewater, about 22 km away.
Can I book an appointment at the emergency department in advance?
No — the emergency department is walk-in only and does not accept advance appointments. However, blood collection services at the hospital do require an appointment; call 902-634-8801 to book.
Is virtual urgent care available through Fishermen's Memorial Hospital?
Yes. Virtual Urgent Care is available as an alternative for patients whose conditions may not require an in-person emergency visit. This can be a convenient option for residents of Lunenburg and the surrounding area.
What mental health and addiction services are available at this hospital?
Fishermen's Memorial Hospital offers mental health and addictions services, an on-site Recovery Support Centre providing education, harm reduction, and individual and group treatment, as well as an Outpatient Withdrawal Management program for people dealing with substance use or gambling concerns.
Is Fishermen's Memorial Hospital part of a larger health authority?
Yes. The hospital operates under Nova Scotia Health (Western Zone). Fishermen's Memorial and South Shore Regional Hospital in Bridgewater have shared a Board of Directors since 1992, working together to provide coordinated health services across the South Shore region.

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 Nova Scotia 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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