Etobicoke General Hospital, part of the William Osler Health System, operates a modern 24/7 Emergency Department at 101 Humber College Blvd serving over 230,000 residents across Etobicoke, northwest Toronto, and surrounding communities. The expanded ED, opened in 2019, is nearly twice the size of the former space and includes dedicated diagnostic imaging and mental health emergency services on-site. This full-service acute care hospital is the closest facility to Pearson International Airport and handles over 91,000 ER visits annually, making it a critical resource for one of Toronto's most densely served catchment areas.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Dedicated mental health and addiction emergency services, On-site diagnostic imaging in the ED, Critical Care Unit, Labour and delivery with private birthing suites, Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Day surgery and surgical services, Cancer care, Cardiac care, Dialysis and hemodialysis, Diabetes education and care, Endoscopy services, Palliative care, Fracture clinic, Renal care centre, Pre-anesthesia care unit, Regional Heart Attack Team (24/7 transfer to cardiac cath lab at Brampton Civic).
Amenities
Free guest Wi-Fi throughout public areas
On-site pharmacy
Comprehensive on-site laboratory
Multi-storey atrium with patient reception and retail
Food services and indoor dining area
Outdoor gardens adjacent to amenity spaces
Interpreter services
Spiritual care
Social work support
Patient relations services
Bedside terminals and unit iPads with Zoom for virtual connections
Adjacent Etobicoke Wellness Centre with additional outpatient services
If you are experiencing a heart attack from a blocked coronary artery, paramedics will bypass this ED and transport you directly to Brampton Civic Hospital's cardiac catheterization lab via the 24/7 Regional Heart Attack Team — this is by design and ensures faster specialized care.
The ED has dedicated mental health and addiction emergency services on-site, so patients in crisis will be assessed in the ED and connected to appropriate follow-up care without needing to go elsewhere.
Etobicoke General consistently operates above capacity with over 91,000 ER visits per year — if your condition is non-urgent, consider nearby urgent care or walk-in clinic options to reduce wait times.
Take Highway 427 and follow signage from Rexdale Boulevard or Finch Avenue for the most direct car route to the hospital campus.
The adjacent Etobicoke Wellness Centre at the same address offers outpatient services including a fracture clinic, diabetes education, hemodialysis, and diagnostic imaging — check if your need can be addressed there rather than the ER.
What to Bring
Ontario health card (OHIP) or other provincial health insurance card
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records, test results, or referral letters
Personal items for a potential extended wait (phone charger, snacks, water bottle)
Insurance information or benefit card if applicable
A support person or caregiver if needed for translation or assistance
Comfortable clothing, especially if you may need to change for examination
Parking
Paid parking is available on campus in multiple surface lots (Lot D, Lot F, Lot K) and a multi-level parking garage at 101 Humber College Blvd. Hourly, daily, and multi-day pass options are offered, with accessible spaces located near main entrances. Payment kiosks are placed throughout the lots. Confirm current rates at williamoslerhs.ca or by calling the hospital directly.
Getting There
The hospital is served by TTC, MiWay (Mississauga Transit), and Brampton Transit. The nearest stop is Humber College Blvd at Westmore Dr East Side (William Osler). TTC routes serving the hospital include 7, 22, 36, 36A, 50, 96, 96A, 96B, 96D, 927B, 927D, and 996. The nearest GO Train station is Etobicoke North GO, approximately a 26-minute walk away. By car, the hospital is easily accessed from Highway 427 via Rexdale Boulevard or Finch Avenue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Etobicoke General Hospital's Emergency Department open 24/7?
Yes, the Emergency Department at Etobicoke General Hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Does Etobicoke General Hospital have mental health emergency services?
Yes. The 2019 expanded Emergency Department includes dedicated mental health emergency services. Patients in mental health or addiction crisis are assessed in the ED and then connected to follow-up care either at the hospital or in the community.
What happens if I arrive at Etobicoke General with a heart attack?
Patients experiencing a heart attack caused by a blocked coronary artery are directed to bypass the Etobicoke General ED and are transferred to Brampton Civic Hospital's cardiac catheterization lab via the 24/7 Regional Heart Attack Team. This transfer system is designed to ensure faster, specialized cardiac intervention.
How do I get to Etobicoke General Hospital by public transit?
The hospital is accessible by TTC, MiWay, and Brampton Transit. The closest stop is Humber College Blvd at Westmore Dr East Side. Multiple TTC routes serve the hospital, including routes 7, 36, 50, and 96. The nearest GO Train station is Etobicoke North GO, about a 26-minute walk away.
Is there parking available at Etobicoke General Hospital?
Yes. The campus offers both surface lots (Lot D, Lot F, Lot K) and a multi-level parking garage with hourly, daily, and multi-day pass options. Accessible parking is available near main entrances. Check current rates at williamoslerhs.ca or contact the hospital directly.
What makes Etobicoke General Hospital unique compared to other Toronto-area hospitals?
Etobicoke General is the closest hospital to Pearson International Airport, Canada's busiest airport, and serves a wide catchment area including Etobicoke, Vaughan, Bolton, Caledon, and east Mississauga. Its 2019 patient tower nearly doubled the size of the Emergency Department, added a Level II NICU, private birthing suites, and a Critical Care Unit four times its previous size, making it one of the most comprehensively upgraded community hospitals in the Greater Toronto Area.
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.
We check our own accuracy. Forecasting two hours ahead, the ERstat estimate was typically off by 33 minutes against what hospitals themselves later posted, compared with 42 minutes for the hospital's own current figure, and was the closer of the two 58% of the time. See the full scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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