Geraldton District Hospital

PREDICTED High confidence
1h 11m – 3h 27m
Most likely 2h 24m
Typically 1h 36m – 2h 53m at this hospital

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May close on short notice due to physician availability. Call ahead if uncertain.

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Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is available for this location. As a small rural emergency department, mornings on weekdays and mid-week tend to be quieter in similar facilities. The Wednesday Walk-In Clinic (8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.) is a good option for non-urgent concerns and may help reduce ER demand on that day.

Busier times: No historical wait data is available. Like most ERs, expect higher volume on evenings, weekends, and holidays. Late Friday and Saturday evenings can be busier due to trauma and after-hours presentations across the region.

Nearby Alternatives

No other hospitals within 100 km. If non-urgent, consider calling 811 or seeing a pharmacist.

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About Geraldton District Hospital

Geraldton District Hospital operates a 7-bed Emergency Department serving the residents of Greenstone — including Geraldton, Longlac, Nakina, Beardmore, and Caramat — as well as surrounding First Nations communities in Northwestern Ontario. The ER provides 24/7 physician and nursing coverage, including a trauma room, cardiac monitoring beds, and a Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program, making it the primary acute care resource for this vast rural region. Patients requiring complex trauma, cardiac interventions, or specialized care beyond stabilization are transferred to a larger city centre, and a heliport on site supports rapid air transport when needed.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department with physician and nursing coverage, Trauma room, Cardiac monitoring beds, Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program (SAPAC), Low-risk obstetrics, Diagnostic imaging — X-ray and ultrasound, Laboratory services, Outreach and on-site chemotherapy unit, Remicade, Venofer, HLinks, and Entyvio infusion services, Physiotherapy and occupational therapy (outpatient), Kinesiology, Social work, Telemedicine / Telehealth (by appointment), Palliative care (inpatient), General medicine and pediatric inpatient care, Stabilized cardiac inpatient care, Horizons Hospice Care Suite, Walk-In Clinic (Wednesdays 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.), Heliport for air transport.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Geraldton District Hospital's Emergency Department open 24 hours?
Yes, the ER is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with physicians and nurses on duty at all times. However, after 8:00 p.m. Monday–Thursday and after 10:00 p.m. on weekends, the entrance is secured and you must ring the buzzer at the ER door to be admitted.
What communities does Geraldton District Hospital serve?
The hospital serves the Municipality of Greenstone, which includes Geraldton, Longlac, Nakina, Beardmore, and Caramat, as well as surrounding First Nations communities in Northwestern Ontario. The hospital also manages the Nakina Clinic at the T.H. McKillip Health Care Centre, approximately 65 km north of Geraldton.
Does Geraldton District Hospital have a Walk-In Clinic?
Yes. A Walk-In Clinic operates every Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and is open to all community members of Greenstone. Patients must register in person at the Outpatient Registration desk — phone or online registration is not available.
What happens if I need specialized care that isn't available at Geraldton District Hospital?
Geraldton District Hospital stabilizes patients and transfers those requiring complex trauma care, advanced cardiac procedures, or other specialized services to the nearest city centre. The hospital has a heliport on site to support air ambulance transport when medically necessary.
Does Geraldton District Hospital offer support for sexual assault survivors?
Yes. The Emergency Department includes a Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program (SAPAC), which provides initial emergency care with the patient's informed consent. Follow-up services are available through the Victim Treatment Centre (VTC) follow-up nurse.
Is parking free at Geraldton District Hospital?
Yes, parking is free for all patients and visitors. Accessible parking spaces are available near the entrance. Patients and visitors without accessibility needs are asked to park in the designated area on the west side of the building.

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