Glace Bay Healthcare Facility

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

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ER Temporarily Closed

Glace Bay Hospital emergency department is temporarily closed.

Expected to reopen: 2026-03-16, 4:00:00 a.m.

Current ER Wait
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Nearby Alternatives

For higher-level trauma, cardiac, stroke, or cancer care, Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney serves as the regional referral centre for Cape Breton Island and surrounding communities.

Cape Breton Regional Hospital

Sydney · 20 km away

7h 15m

Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital

Inverness · 105 km away

1h 30m

St. Martha's Regional Hospital

Antigonish · 170 km away

1h 45m

About Glace Bay Hospital

Glace Bay Healthcare Facility is a 24/7 community emergency department located at 300 South Street in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, serving Glace Bay and surrounding Cape Breton communities. As part of a four-hospital complex under Nova Scotia Health, it provides emergency care, diagnostic imaging, blood collection, surgical services, and a range of specialty clinics for non-life-threatening and urgent conditions. Patients requiring advanced trauma, cardiac, or stroke care are typically referred to Cape Breton Regional Hospital, the regional referral centre for Cape Breton Island.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Virtual Urgent Care (non-life-threatening conditions) Diagnostic Imaging (X-Ray) Ultrasound (referral required) ECG/EKG Services (referral and appointment required) Blood Collection Services Tom Peach Renal Dialysis Clinic (satellite unit) Surgical Services Ophthalmology Clinic Prenatal Clinics Vascular Clinic (referral required) Well Woman Clinic (PAP testing, IUD placement, STI screening) Occupational Therapy Pharmacy Mental Health Crisis Support (24/7 phone line: 1-888-429-8167)

Amenities

Parking & Transit

A paid parking lot is located at the front of the building; the fee is $3. Weekly and monthly parking passes can be purchased at the administrative office on level four using cash, debit, or credit card. Do not park in the staff parking lot, as vehicles may be ticketed and towed at the owner's expense.

Transit Cape Breton serves the Cape Breton Regional Municipality, including Glace Bay. All Transit Cape Breton buses are wheelchair accessible, and Handi-Trans is available for passengers whose disabilities prevent them from using regular bus service. Check current route maps at cbrm.ns.ca/transit or call Transit Cape Breton directly to confirm which routes stop nearest the hospital.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait-time data is currently available for this facility. Generally, community emergency departments tend to be quieter on weekday mornings and early afternoons. If your concern is non-life-threatening, consider using the Virtual Urgent Care option, which may allow you to be seen faster.

🔴 Busier times

Without historical data, specific peak times cannot be confirmed. As a general guide, evenings, weekends, and holidays typically see higher volumes at community ERs across Nova Scotia. If possible, avoid arriving late at night or on long weekends for non-urgent matters.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Glace Bay Healthcare Facility have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes, the emergency department at Glace Bay Healthcare Facility is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The ED is located at the front of the hospital at 300 South Street, Glace Bay, NS.
Is Glace Bay Healthcare Facility a trauma or cardiac centre?
No. Glace Bay Healthcare Facility is a community-level hospital. It is not designated as a trauma, cardiac, or stroke centre. Patients requiring those higher levels of care are referred to Cape Breton Regional Hospital, which is the regional referral and trauma centre for Cape Breton Island.
What is the Virtual Urgent Care service at Glace Bay Hospital?
Virtual Urgent Care at Glace Bay Healthcare Facility connects patients with Nova Scotia Health on-site staff and online care providers to treat urgent but non-life-threatening conditions such as coughs, colds, and minor sprains. It is designed to help manage patient flow and get you care more efficiently.
Is there parking at Glace Bay Healthcare Facility?
Yes, there is a paid parking lot at the front of the building. The cost is $3 per visit. Weekly and monthly passes are available at the administrative office on level four, payable by cash, debit, or credit card. Avoid the staff parking lot, as unauthorized vehicles may be ticketed and towed.
What specialty clinics are available at Glace Bay Healthcare Facility?
Beyond the emergency department, the hospital offers a range of specialty services including the Tom Peach Renal Dialysis Clinic, a vascular clinic, an ophthalmology clinic, a Well Woman Clinic (PAP testing, IUD placement, STI screening), prenatal clinics, occupational therapy, surgical services, and ECG/EKG testing. Many specialty clinics require a referral and appointment.
Is there a mental health crisis line connected to Glace Bay Hospital?
Yes. Mental health crisis support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 902-429-8167 or toll-free at 1-888-429-8167. This phone service can provide immediate support and guidance for individuals in mental health crisis in the Cape Breton 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 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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