Etobicoke ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · ON · Live as of 1:01 p.m. EST

Shortest in Etobicoke if you leave now

Avg 1h 45m · 12 waiting

In an emergency, call 911.

Etobicoke General Hospital

24/7 · 101 Humber College Blvd

1h 48m

Etobicoke ER Wait Forecast

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

Etobicoke ER forecast, next 12 hours

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Etobicoke

Based on historical wait patterns across Etobicoke 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 5am avg ~23m
Longest wait Tuesdays 7pm avg ~2h 2m

Nearby ERs Outside Etobicoke

Hamilton Health Sciences - Mcmaster

Hamilton · 51 km away

42m

St. Joseph's King Campus

Hamilton · 51 km away

47m

Brampton Civic Hospital

Brampton · 18 km away

48m

Juravinski Hospital

Hamilton · 51 km away

1h 46m

Georgetown Hospital

Georgetown · 30 km away

2h

Emergency Rooms in Etobicoke

Etobicoke 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, 12 people are waiting across Etobicoke emergency departments.

Wait time data for Etobicoke 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 Etobicoke 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 Etobicoke

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Etobicoke 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 Etobicoke right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Etobicoke right now is at William Osler Health System - Etobicoke General Hospital with an estimated wait of 1h 45m. 5 people reported from the Etobicoke ER this week.
How many emergency departments are in Etobicoke?
Etobicoke 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 Etobicoke?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Etobicoke 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 Etobicoke?
Right now the shortest ER wait in Etobicoke is 1h 45m at William Osler Health System - Etobicoke General Hospital. The average across Etobicoke's reporting emergency departments is about 1h 45m, but waits vary widely, and checking the live board and choosing the shortest can save hours. The average shifts through the day; overnight tends to run longer than midday.
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 Etobicoke ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Etobicoke wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.
What if all Etobicoke ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Etobicoke 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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Urgent Care in Ontario

Urgent care treats the broken wrists, infections and stitches an emergency department would make you wait behind more serious cases for. Ontario publishes its urgent care waits, and they are not comparable to an ER wait.

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