What is the current ER wait time at Espanola General Hospital?

Live wait time data is not currently available for Espanola General Hospital. Check erstat.ca for updates.

Is Espanola General Hospital ER open right now?

Yes, Espanola General Hospital emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What are the nearest emergency departments to Espanola General Hospital?

The nearest emergency departments to Espanola General Hospital are: Manitoulin Health Centre - Little Current Site — 32 km away; Mindemoya Hospital — 64 km away; Health Sciences North - Ramsey Lake Health Centre — 65 km away (current wait: 3h 7m); St. Josephs Health Centre of Sudbury — 67 km away; St. Joseph's General Hospital - Elliot Lake — 69 km away. Current wait times are available at erstat.ca.

When is the best time to visit Espanola General Hospital emergency room?

ERstat tracks historical wait time patterns at Espanola General Hospital. Generally, early morning weekday hours tend to be quieter at most Canadian ERs. Check the 12-hour forecast on erstat.ca for Espanola General Hospital to plan your visit.

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Espanola General Hospital

825 Mckinnon Dr, Espanola, ON (705) 869-1420

PREDICTED Moderate confidence

54m – 3h 3m

Most likely 2h 5m

Typically 1h 21m – 2h 26m at this hospital

This hospital doesn't report live data.

Estimate based on similar hospitals. Actual conditions may differ substantially. Call hospital to confirm.

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Up to 3h 3m wait expected. 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.

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Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. Generally, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to be less busy at small community ERs. For non-life-threatening concerns, arriving earlier in the day may reduce your wait.

Busier times: Like most emergency departments, ERHHC is likely to be busiest on evenings, weekends, and holidays. If your condition is not immediately life-threatening, avoiding these peak periods when possible may result in shorter wait times.

Nearby Alternatives

Manitoulin Health Centre - Little Current Site

Little Current · 32 km away

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Mindemoya Hospital

Mindemoya · 64 km away

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Health Sciences North - Ramsey Lake Health Centre

Sudbury · 65 km away

3h 7m

St. Josephs Health Centre of Sudbury

Sudbury · 67 km away

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St. Joseph's General Hospital - Elliot Lake

Elliot Lake · 69 km away

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About Espanola General Hospital

Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre (ERHHC) operates a 24/7 emergency department serving Espanola and surrounding rural communities including the Townships of Nairn & Hyman, Sables-Spanish River, and Baldwin — a catchment population of approximately 14,000 people. The ER, redeveloped in 2014 with added exam rooms, provides acute care, diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, and access to visiting specialists for residents of Northern Ontario. As a community hospital, ERHHC handles a broad range of urgent and emergent conditions, with referral pathways to larger regional centres for specialized or tertiary care needs.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Acute Care, Diagnostic Imaging (X-ray), Laboratory Services, Cardiac Program, Physiotherapy, Sleep Lab (6 beds), Visiting Specialists, Cardiology Program, Long-Term Care, Community Care Access Centre (CCAC), On-site Pharmacy, Bilingual Services (English and French).

Amenities

On-site Pharmacy
Gift Shop
Dietary Services (on-site)
Fully accessible facility

Other Care Options

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Tips Before You Go

Bring your Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) card — it is required for insured services. If you are from outside Ontario, bring your provincial health card or private insurance information.
As a rural community hospital, ERHHC is well-equipped for most urgent and emergent conditions, but very complex or specialized cases may be transferred to a larger regional centre — ask staff about your care pathway if relevant.
The ER is the only 24/7 emergency facility in the Espanola area, so plan for potential wait times during evenings and weekends when demand increases.
The hospital offers services in both English and French — feel free to communicate with staff in either official language.
An on-site pharmacy is available if you need prescription medications filled before or after your ER visit. Contact the hospital at (705) 869-1420 for pharmacy hours.

What to Bring

Valid OHIP card or provincial/territorial health card
Private insurance information (if from outside Ontario)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications including dosages
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records or specialist referral letters
Personal comfort items for potential wait times (water bottle, snack, phone charger)
A support person or trusted contact's phone number

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Espanola General Hospital's emergency department open 24 hours?

Yes. The Emergency Department at Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre (ERHHC) is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.

What communities does the Espanola Regional Hospital ER serve?

ERHHC serves approximately 14,000 residents across the Town of Espanola and the surrounding Townships of Nairn & Hyman, Sables-Spanish River, and Baldwin in Northern Ontario.

Does Espanola General Hospital offer services in French?

Yes. ERHHC provides services in both English and French, making it accessible to the region's francophone population.

Is parking free at Espanola Regional Hospital?

Yes. On-site parking at ERHHC is free for patients and visitors. The hospital is located at McKinnon Dr and Queensway Ave and is fully accessible.

What should I do if I need specialized care beyond what Espanola's ER can provide?

As a community hospital, ERHHC handles a wide range of urgent conditions but has referral and transfer protocols to larger regional centres for highly specialized or tertiary care. Emergency staff will coordinate this transfer if needed.

Is there a pharmacy at Espanola Regional Hospital?

Yes, there is an on-site pharmacy at ERHHC. For current pharmacy hours, it is recommended to call the hospital directly at (705) 869-1420.

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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. Actual wait times may vary.

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