Collingwood ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · ON · Live as of 2:23 a.m. EDT

Shortest: Collingwood General and Marine Hospital at 2h 42m
Average: 2h 42m
6 people waiting now

Collingwood General and Marine Hospital

24/7 · 459 Hume St

2h 42m
2h 42m wait. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Collingwood ER Wait Forecast

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

Collingwood ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

2h42
6am
2h18
7am
2h16
8am
1h54
9am
1h32
10am
1h23
11am
1h26
12pm
1h5
1pm
1h5
2pm
1h19
3pm
1h32
4pm
1h42
5pm

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Collingwood

Based on historical wait patterns across Collingwood 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 Fridays 9am avg ~1h 7m
Longest wait Thursdays 6pm avg ~4h 55m

Nearby ERs Outside Collingwood

Demo General Hospital

Anytown · 43 km away

2h 22m

Stevenson Memorial Hospital

Alliston · 46 km away

3h 12m

Huronia District Hospital

Midland · 35 km away

3h 33m

Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre

Barrie · 42 km away

4h 28m

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Barrie · 44 km away

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Emergency Rooms in Collingwood

Collingwood has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 1 currently has live wait time data. Right now, 6 people are waiting across Collingwood emergency departments.

Wait time data for Collingwood 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 Collingwood 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 Collingwood

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Collingwood 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 Collingwood right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Collingwood right now is at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital with an estimated wait of 2h 42m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Collingwood?
Collingwood 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 Collingwood?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Collingwood 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 Collingwood?
The current average ER wait time across Collingwood emergency departments is approximately 2h 42m. This is a real-time average and changes throughout the day. Overnight waits tend to be longer than midday due to reduced staffing.
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 Collingwood ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Collingwood wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.
What if all Collingwood ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Collingwood 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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