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Englehart and District Hospital, operating as the Blanche River Health Englehart Site, serves the northern and central Timiskaming region with a 24/7 emergency department staffed by physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals. With 30 beds — including 16 Acute Care and 14 Complex Continuing Care — this community hospital provides diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, physiotherapy, and Virtual Critical Care in partnership with Health Sciences North in Sudbury. Patients with complex or highly specialized needs may be referred to the Kirkland Lake site or Health Sciences North, making this ER best suited for urgent and acute care presentations appropriate for a community-scale district hospital.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Acute Care (16 beds), Complex Continuing Care (14 beds), Diagnostic Imaging, Laboratory Services, Respiratory Therapy (in partnership with Vital-Aire), Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Hospice Palliative Care, Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN), Virtual Critical Care (in partnership with Health Sciences North, Sudbury), Family Practice Physicians and Visiting Specialists.
Amenities
On-site patient parking
Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities
Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN) for remote specialist consultations
This is a community-scale district hospital — for life-threatening emergencies such as major trauma or cardiac events, staff can coordinate Virtual Critical Care with Health Sciences North in Sudbury while you are stabilized on-site.
Mental health crisis support is not directly provided on-site; contact the Cochrane-Timiskaming Canadian Mental Health Association for community-based mental health services in the region.
If you have concerns about your care or patient experience, ask to speak with a Charge Nurse or Clinical Manager, or call the patient experience line at (705) 544-2301 ext. 5236.
Ontario Northland bus service stops directly in front of the hospital — if travelling from a surrounding community without a vehicle, check Ontario Northland schedules in advance.
For non-emergency specialist needs, ask your care team about the Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN), which connects patients at this site with specialists remotely.
What to Bring
Provincial health card (Ontario OHIP card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, including dosages
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records or previous test results
Emergency contact information for a family member or friend
Comfortable clothing and a warm layer (hospital waiting areas can be cool)
Snacks, water, and entertainment for potential wait times
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Englehart and District Hospital have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes, the emergency department at Englehart and District Hospital (Blanche River Health – Englehart Site) is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, staffed by physicians, nurses, and other health professionals.
What level of care is available at the Englehart ER?
This is a community district hospital with 16 Acute Care beds and Virtual Critical Care support from Health Sciences North in Sudbury. It is well equipped for urgent and acute care, though complex or highly specialized cases may be transferred to the Kirkland Lake site or Health Sciences North.
Does Englehart and District Hospital offer mental health services in the ER?
Mental health services are not directly offered on-site at the Englehart location. The Cochrane-Timiskaming Canadian Mental Health Association provides community-based mental health support in the region. In a psychiatric emergency, the ER team can assess and stabilize patients and coordinate appropriate referrals.
Is there public transit to Englehart and District Hospital?
Yes, Ontario Northland intercity bus service has a stop directly in front of the hospital main entrance at 61 5th St, Englehart. No local city transit is available, so patients from the surrounding area typically arrive by car or Ontario Northland bus.
Is Englehart and District Hospital affiliated with any medical school or teaching program?
Yes, Blanche River Health's Englehart Site is affiliated with the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM), and the organization supports a culture of teaching and learning for health profession students.
How can I raise a concern about my experience at the Englehart ER?
Speak directly with your nurse, physician, or care team member. If you are unsatisfied, ask to speak with a Charge Nurse or Clinical Manager. You can also contact the patient experience team at the Englehart Site by calling (705) 544-2301 ext. 5236.