Glace Bay Healthcare Facility

Glace Bay, NS

This ER is temporarily closed. Please check with the hospital directly.

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The emergency department at Glace Bay Hospital will be temporarily closed from 2 p.m. on Monday, April 27 until 7 a.m. on Tuesday, April 28. Virtual urgent care is available onsite from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, April 27.

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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.

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1h 15m

HÔPITAL DE L'ARCHIPEL

Les Îles-De-La-Madeleine · 198 km away

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Aberdeen Hospital - New Glasgow

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300 South Street, Glace Bay, NS (902) 849-5511 Hospital website

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).

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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.

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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. Actual wait times may vary.

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