Brampton ER Wait Times

2 emergency departments · ON · Live as of 12:16 a.m. EST

Shortest in Brampton if you leave now

Avg 2h 27m · 35 waiting

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Compare all 2 Brampton ER wait times

ERstat lists all 2 Brampton emergency departments side by side, sorted from the shortest wait to the longest, using data from individual hospital websites.

Each hospital page also shows the typical quietest time to visit based on historical patterns, plus a 12-hour wait forecast, so you can plan a non-urgent trip around the busiest hours.

Brampton Civic Hospital

24/7 · 2100 Bovaird Dr E

2h 36m

Peel Memorial Centre

24/7 · 20 Lynch St

2h 12m

Brampton ER Wait Forecast

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

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Brampton

Based on historical wait patterns across Brampton 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 Mondays 2am avg ~58m

Longest wait Thursdays 11am avg ~3h 19m

Nearby ERs Outside Brampton

Etobicoke General Hospital

Etobicoke · 17 km away

Hamilton Health Sciences - Mcmaster

Hamilton · 52 km away

2h 5m

St. Joseph's Healthcare - Charlton Campus

Hamilton · 54 km away

2h 23m

Markham Stouffville Hospital

Markham · 46 km away

2h 34m

Halton Healthcare - Milton District Hospital

Milton · 25 km away

3h 21m

Emergency Rooms in Brampton

Brampton has 2 emergency departments: 2 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 2 of 2 currently have live wait time data. Right now, 35 people are waiting across Brampton emergency departments.

Wait time data for Brampton is sourced from individual hospital websites and updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Brampton 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 Brampton

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Brampton 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. Ontario 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 Brampton right now?

The shortest ER wait time in Brampton right now is at William Osler Health System - Brampton Civic Hospital with an estimated wait of 2h 23m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.

How many emergency departments are in Brampton?

Brampton has 2 emergency departments, 2 of which operate 24/7. 2 currently have live wait time data available on ERstat.

How can I check ER wait times in Brampton?

ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Brampton hospitals using data from individual hospital websites. 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 Brampton?

Right now the shortest ER wait in Brampton is 2h 23m at William Osler Health System - Brampton Civic Hospital. The average across Brampton's reporting emergency departments is about 2h 27m, but waits vary widely, and 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 Brampton ER wait time data?

ERstat sources Brampton wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.

What if all Brampton ERs have long wait times?

ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Brampton with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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Urgent Care in Ontario

Urgent care treats the broken wrists, infections and stitches an emergency department would make you wait behind more serious cases for. Ontario publishes its urgent care waits, and they are not comparable to an ER wait.

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