Campbellford Memorial Hospital

Campbellford, ON · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

Current ER Wait
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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Campbellford

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Nearby Alternatives

Patients requiring highly specialized trauma care or advanced tertiary services may be transferred to larger regional hospitals in Peterborough or Belleville, depending on the nature of the condition.

Ross Memorial Hospital

Lindsay · 76 km away

8h 1m

Lakeridge Health - Bowmanville

Bowmanville · 84 km away

1h 30m

Lakeridge Health - Oshawa

Oshawa · 97 km away

2h 22m

About Campbellford Memorial Hospital

Campbellford Memorial Hospital operates a 24/7 Emergency Department at 146 Oliver Rd in Campbellford, Ontario, serving approximately 20,000 patients annually. As a 38-bed rural acute care hospital and the only facility between Belleville and Peterborough, CMH is the central healthcare hub for roughly 40,000 residents across Northumberland, Peterborough, and Hastings Counties, as well as seasonal cottagers and tourists in the Kawartha Lakes and Trent River System area. The ED provides around-the-clock physician and nursing coverage with on-site laboratory and radiology services, and is fully equipped to address life-, limb-, and function-threatening conditions.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department with physician and nursing coverage Triage using the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) On-site Laboratory services X-ray and CT Scan Ultrasound and Echocardiography Bone Mineral Density imaging Mammography Cardiac testing and Cardiac Education Mental Health services District Stroke Program Diabetes Education Program Palliative Care Physiotherapy (in-patient only) Nutrition Counselling Surgical services Discharge Planning On-site Pharmacy team

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Free parking is available on Oliver Rd and Isabella St adjacent to the hospital. A paid parking lot directly across from the hospital on Oliver Rd charges a flat $5.00 rate, payable by debit or credit card at the smart reader upon exit. Emergency and accessible parking is located directly in front of the hospital at $2.00 per hour, paid in coins at the parking meter. A change machine and ATM are available inside the hospital for parking convenience.

Campbellford is a small rural municipality with no confirmed direct public transit routes to the hospital. Patients travelling from outside the immediate area are advised to verify local or community transportation options by contacting the hospital directly at 705-653-1140.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. Generally, rural emergency departments tend to be less congested on weekday mornings and early afternoons. If your condition is not life-threatening, mid-morning on a weekday is typically a quieter time to seek care.

🔴 Busier times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. Evenings, weekends, and summer months — when the region's large seasonal cottage and tourist population is present — are likely to be busier periods. Statutory holidays can also see increased demand at this facility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Campbellford Memorial Hospital's Emergency Department open 24 hours?
Yes. The Emergency Department at Campbellford Memorial Hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with on-site physician, nursing, laboratory, and radiology coverage at all times.
How are patients prioritized in the Campbellford Memorial Hospital ER?
Patients are assessed by a triage nurse immediately upon arrival and are seen by a physician based on the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), which prioritizes care from life-threatening to non-urgent conditions. You will not be seen strictly in the order you arrived.
What imaging and diagnostic services are available in the CMH Emergency Department?
The Emergency Department has access to on-site laboratory services, X-ray, and CT scanning around the clock. Ultrasound, echocardiography, and bone mineral density imaging are also available at the hospital.
Is Campbellford Memorial Hospital the closest emergency department for cottagers in the Kawartha Lakes area?
Yes. CMH is the only hospital between Belleville and Peterborough, making it the primary emergency resource for residents and seasonal visitors in the Kawartha Lakes region and along the Trent River System.
Where should I park if I need to go to the Campbellford Memorial Hospital Emergency Department?
Emergency and accessible parking is available directly in front of the hospital on Oliver Rd at $2.00 per hour, paid in coins at the parking meter. Free parking is also available on Oliver Rd and Isabella St. A paid lot across from the hospital charges a flat $5.00, payable by debit or credit card. An ATM and change machine are available inside the hospital.
Does Campbellford Memorial Hospital offer mental health services through the Emergency Department?
Yes. CMH provides mental health services and partners with the Campbellford & District Community Mental Health Centre. The ED is equipped to address immediate emotional and psychological needs, and the hospital can coordinate further mental health care as required.

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 Ontario 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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