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Collingwood General and Marine Hospital (CGMH) is an 84-bed acute care facility at 459 Hume St, serving over 73,000 permanent residents and 3.5 million annual visitors to Collingwood and the broader South Georgian Bay region, including Clearview Township, The Blue Mountains, and Wasaga Beach. The Emergency Department operates 24/7, staffed by full-time emergency physicians, Registered Nurses, and Registered Practical Nurses who assess and treat everything from life-threatening emergencies to urgent medical concerns including emotional distress and sexual assault. As a regional hub, CGMH also offers specialty services such as orthopaedic surgery, obstetrics, intensive care, and dialysis, making it the most comprehensive hospital serving the southern Georgian Bay area.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Emergency care for life-threatening injuries and severe illness, Emergency mental health and emotional distress support, Sexual assault care, Orthopaedic surgery (regional integrated orthopaedic centre), Obstetrics and gynaecology, including childbirth, Intensive care unit (ICU), Inpatient medicine and surgical units, Dialysis, Diagnostic imaging, Medical laboratory, Cardio-respiratory therapy, Physiotherapy and rehabilitation, Palliative care, Psychiatry and community mental health services, Ambulatory and outpatient specialty clinics, Same-day/next-day ED booking pilot for minor conditions.
Amenities
Cafeteria open Monday–Friday: breakfast 8–11 a.m., lunch 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. (renovated August 2023)
Refrigerated vending machine with on-site prepared sandwiches and meals available outside cafeteria hours
Free guest Wi-Fi for patients and visitors throughout the facility
Wheelchair-accessible facility throughout
Virtual language interpreter services available upon request
CGMH offers a pilot same-day or next-day ED booking program for minor conditions like UTIs, minor lacerations, skin rashes, minor fractures, and colds — check the hospital website or call 705-445-2550 to see if you qualify before heading in.
Between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m., all visitors and patients must enter through the Emergency Department entrance, as the main entrance is closed during overnight hours.
If you need a language interpreter, notify staff as soon as you arrive — virtual interpreter services are available at no cost upon request.
Short-term parking spots are available right in front of the ER entrance, ideal for drop-offs or very brief visits — use the main lot for longer stays.
Most emergency services at CGMH are covered by OHIP; bring your Ontario health card to avoid delays in registration and billing.
What to Bring
Ontario Health Card (OHIP card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and prescribing doctors
List of known allergies (medications, foods, environmental)
Any relevant medical records, test results, or referral letters
Insurance information for any services not covered by OHIP
Phone charger or portable battery pack for wait times
Snacks, water, and comfort items for potentially long waits
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I book an appointment at the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital Emergency Department?
Yes — CGMH has launched a pilot program allowing patients to book same-day or next-day arrival times for certain minor conditions, including minor lacerations, UTIs, skin infections and rashes, minor fractures, and colds, coughs, or flu symptoms. Contact the hospital at 705-445-2550 or visit cgmh.on.ca to find out if your situation qualifies.
Does Collingwood General and Marine Hospital have emergency orthopaedic care?
Yes. CGMH serves as an integrated orthopaedic centre for the South Georgian Bay region, offering orthopaedic surgery and related care. The Emergency Department can assess and stabilize orthopaedic injuries, including fractures, which can then be followed up with the hospital's orthopaedic program.
Does the Collingwood ER provide care for mental health crises or sexual assault?
Yes. The Emergency Department at CGMH is equipped to care for patients experiencing emotional distress or mental health crises, and provides care for survivors of sexual assault. Older adults who visit the ER may also be eligible for follow-up community support services.
Is Collingwood General and Marine Hospital accessible for patients with mobility needs?
Yes. The hospital is fully wheelchair accessible throughout. Accessible parking spaces are available in the main lot and require a valid Accessible Parking Permit. If you require additional assistance, hospital staff are available to help upon arrival.
What language services are available at the Collingwood ER?
Virtual interpreter services for multiple languages are available at CGMH's Emergency Department upon request. Let the triage nurse or registration staff know when you arrive that you need interpretation support.
Is Collingwood General and Marine Hospital planning to expand its services?
Yes. CGMH is actively planning a new, larger, state-of-the-art hospital facility designed to better serve the fast-growing South Georgian Bay community. The new facility is intended to expand healthcare services, improve patient care and privacy, and support recruitment of additional healthcare professionals.