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Chapleau Health Services – Chapleau General Hospital operates a 24/7 Emergency Department at 6 Broomhead Rd in Chapleau, Ontario, serving the town of Chapleau and surrounding Northern Ontario communities. The ER provides diagnostic and treatment services for acute, life-threatening injuries and severe illnesses, supported by 24-hour laboratory and diagnostic imaging on site. As a small rural community hospital with 14 acute care beds, it is best suited for urgent and emergent care needs, with complex or critical cases transferred to larger regional centres when necessary.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, 24-hour laboratory services, 24-hour diagnostic imaging, General medicine and primary care, Acute inpatient care (14 beds), Transitional and rehabilitative care, Medical videoconferencing to provincial specialists, Diabetes Education clinic, Oncology clinic, Visiting Paediatrician, Visiting Physiotherapist, Advanced Footcare clinic, Dietitian counselling, Visiting Nurse Practitioner Well Woman Clinic, Mental health and addictions services (Turning Point), Adult counselling and crisis intervention, Psychiatric services, Seniors' mental health program, Addiction assessment, counselling, and case management, French language services (designated), Wheelchair accessible emergency services.
Amenities
Wheelchair accessible Emergency Department
French language services available
Medical videoconferencing facility (specialist access)
Chapleau General Hospital is the only hospital serving Chapleau and the surrounding region — for any serious emergency, go directly to the ER at 6 Broomhead Rd rather than waiting for a specialist.
The hospital's medical videoconferencing system connects you to specialists across Ontario, so you can often receive specialist input without travelling to a larger city.
If you need transportation to the hospital and cannot arrange a ride, contact Chapleau Health Services directly — a volunteer driver program is available for non-emergency medical travel.
The ER is designated for French language services, so francophone patients and families can request care in French.
Administration staff are available Monday to Friday, 8 am to 8 pm if you have non-urgent questions about services, referrals, or specialty clinic appointments.
Patients with complex trauma, cardiac emergencies, or stroke symptoms may be stabilized here and then transferred to a larger regional centre — be prepared for this possibility if travelling from a remote area.
What to Bring
Valid Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) card or applicable provincial/territorial health card
Private insurance information if applicable (e.g., out-of-province or travel insurance)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications including dosages
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records, recent test results, or referral letters
Emergency contact information for a family member or friend
Comfortable clothing and snacks or water for potential wait times
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Emergency Department at Chapleau General Hospital open 24 hours?
Yes, the Emergency Department at Chapleau Health Services is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays.
Does Chapleau General Hospital offer French language services in the ER?
Yes. The Emergency Department is officially designated for the provision of French language services, so francophone patients may request care in French.
Can I see a specialist at Chapleau General Hospital without travelling to a larger city?
In many cases, yes. The hospital operates a medical videoconferencing facility that connects patients with specialists across Ontario, which is especially valuable given Chapleau's remote location in Northern Ontario.
What happens if my condition requires care beyond what Chapleau General Hospital can provide?
Chapleau General Hospital stabilizes patients and coordinates transfers to larger regional centres when a condition requires a higher level of care, such as complex trauma, cardiac intervention, or advanced surgical services.
Is the Chapleau General Hospital Emergency Department wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the Emergency Department is wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for patients with mobility challenges.
What mental health services are available through Chapleau Health Services?
Mental health and addictions services are offered through Turning Point, which provides adult counselling, early intervention, crisis intervention, psychiatric services, a seniors' mental health program, and addiction assessment and case management.