Yarmouth ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · NS · Live as of 4:45 a.m. ADT

Shortest in Yarmouth if you leave now

Avg 3h

In an emergency, call 911.

Yarmouth Regional Hospital

24/7 · 60 Vancouver Street

3h

Yarmouth ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Yarmouth over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

Yarmouth ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

3h
7am
3h8
8am
3h9
9am
3h12
10am
3h6
11am
2h54
12pm
2h55
1pm
3h2
2pm
3h12
3pm
3h34
4pm
3h55
5pm
3h51
6pm

Projected from typical wait patterns across Yarmouth ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Yarmouth

Based on historical wait patterns across Yarmouth emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Thursdays 4am avg ~1h 55m
Longest wait Sundays 7pm avg ~4h 17m

Emergency Rooms in Yarmouth

Yarmouth has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 1 currently has live wait time data.

Wait time data for Yarmouth is sourced from NS Health and updates as frequently as every 2–5 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Yarmouth use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit — it depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Yarmouth

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Yarmouth ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Nova Scotia pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency — chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Yarmouth right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Yarmouth right now is at Yarmouth Regional Hospital with an estimated wait of 2h 58m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Yarmouth?
Yarmouth has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Yarmouth?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Yarmouth hospitals using data from NS Health. Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.
What is the average ER wait time in Yarmouth?
Right now the shortest ER wait in Yarmouth is 2h 58m at Yarmouth Regional Hospital. The average across Yarmouth's reporting emergency departments is about 3h, but waits vary widely — checking the live board and choosing the shortest can save hours. The average shifts through the day; overnight tends to run longer than midday.
Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?
Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.
Where does ERstat get Yarmouth ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Yarmouth wait time data from NS Health. Data updates as frequently as every 2–5 minutes.

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