Strait Richmond Hospital

Cleveland, NS · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. After 9 p.m., use the emergency entrance at the end of the hospital building.

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Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

Current ER Wait
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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Cleveland

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Nearby Alternatives

Patients requiring higher-level trauma, cardiac, or stroke care may be referred to a larger regional hospital elsewhere in Nova Scotia's Eastern Zone.

Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital

Inverness · 68 km away

1h 30m

St. Martha's Regional Hospital

Antigonish · 59 km away

1h 37m

Cape Breton Regional Hospital

Sydney · 98 km away

6h 53m

About Strait Richmond

Strait Richmond Hospital in Cleveland, Nova Scotia is a community hospital serving residents of Richmond County and the southern portion of Inverness County, operating a 24/7 emergency department with 15 inpatient medical beds. The facility provides core emergency and diagnostic services including laboratory testing, X-ray, and EKG, along with a range of visiting specialist clinics and outreach programs tailored to rural community needs. Patients requiring advanced trauma, cardiac, or stroke intervention may be transferred to a larger regional centre, making this ER best suited for urgent and emergent care within a well-supported community hospital setting.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Laboratory services X-ray (diagnostic imaging) Electrocardiogram (EKG) Physiotherapy Diabetes Education Centre Nutrition and dietetic counselling Social work Satellite hemodialysis unit Visiting general surgery clinic Visiting orthopedics clinic Visiting internal medicine clinic Visiting ophthalmology clinic Visiting rheumatology clinic Visiting pediatrics clinic Visiting palliative care clinic Visiting vascular surgery clinic Community Mental Health and Addictions services Blood collection Foot care outreach Well Men/Women's Clinics Heart to Heart program Seniors advisory committee

Amenities

Parking & Transit

A $2 parking fee is charged upon exiting the lot — have correct change ready before leaving. Metered parking is also available in front of the hospital, and a change machine is located inside near the registration desk. Weekly and monthly parking rates are available for longer-term needs.

Strait Area Transit (SAT) serves the Strait region including stops at Strait Richmond Hospital, with multiple weekday trips connecting St. Peter's and surrounding areas in Richmond and Inverness Counties and the Town of Port Hawkesbury. The service is fully accessible and offers door-to-door pickup; one-way fares within the county are $9.00. Rides must be booked at least one business day in advance.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. As a general guide, mid-morning to early afternoon on weekdays tends to be less busy at smaller community ERs. If your situation is not immediately life-threatening, arriving earlier in the day may result in shorter waits.

🔴 Busier times

No historical data is available to identify peak hours at Strait Richmond Hospital specifically. Generally, weekend evenings and late nights can see higher volumes at rural ERs. Always call ahead or check the NS Health website if you are unsure whether the ER is the right care setting for your needs.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Strait Richmond Hospital emergency department open 24 hours?
Yes, the emergency department at Strait Richmond Hospital in Cleveland, NS is intended to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you arrive after 9 p.m., use the emergency entrance at the end of the hospital rather than the main entrance.
What specialist services are available at Strait Richmond Hospital?
The hospital hosts a range of visiting specialist clinics including general surgery, orthopedics, internal medicine, ophthalmology, rheumatology, pediatrics, palliative care, and vascular surgery. These are not permanent on-site specialists but are scheduled visiting clinics — contact the hospital to confirm upcoming clinic dates.
Does Strait Richmond Hospital have a diabetes education program?
Yes, the hospital has a dedicated Diabetes Education Centre and also provides outreach diabetes education services for patients in Richmond County and surrounding communities.
Is there mental health support available at or through Strait Richmond Hospital?
Community Mental Health and Addictions services are available on an outpatient basis through the hospital. Additionally, a 24/7 mental health mobile crisis line is available at 902-429-8167 or toll-free 1-888-429-8167 for immediate phone support without visiting the ER.
How do I get to Strait Richmond Hospital by public transit?
Strait Area Transit (SAT) provides accessible, door-to-door transit service to the hospital from communities in Richmond County, Inverness County, and the Town of Port Hawkesbury. Fares are $9.00 one way within the county, and rides must be booked at least one business day in advance.
What parking is available at Strait Richmond Hospital?
There is a parking lot on site with a $2 exit fee — have correct change ready. Metered parking is also available in front of the hospital. A change machine is located near the registration desk inside. Weekly and monthly rates are available for regular visitors.

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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