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About Grey Bruce Health Services (Corporate Headquarters) - Owen Sound
The Owen Sound site of Brightshores Health System (formerly Grey Bruce Health Services) operates a 24/7 emergency department at 1800 8th St E and serves as the regional referral centre for Grey and Bruce Counties. As a 244-bed facility with over 200 specialist physicians on staff, it provides both community emergency care and advanced specialty services — including stroke care, oncology, complex surgery, and mental health crisis support — for a regional population of approximately 102,000 people annually. Patients requiring specialist intervention, advanced imaging such as MRI or CT, or complex acute care from across Grey and Bruce Counties are referred here.
Services & Specialties
24-hour emergency department, Crisis support and mental health emergency services, Designated Regional Stroke Centre, Oncology and cancer surgery, Complex and joint replacement surgeries, Ambulatory and outpatient care, Women and child care services, Acute medical and inpatient care, Mental health inpatient and community programs (including Case Management, Assertive Community Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Program), Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Centre, Rehabilitation services, Diagnostic imaging including MRI and CT, Laboratory services, Dialysis, Ontario Breast Screening Program.
Amenities
On-site laboratory services
Diagnostic imaging facilities (MRI, CT, X-ray)
Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Centre
Volunteer support services throughout the hospital
Contact hospital at 519-376-2121 to confirm cafeteria hours, ATM, pharmacy, chapel, and Wi-Fi availability
This hospital is the regional referral centre for Grey and Bruce Counties — if you require specialist care, advanced imaging, or complex surgery, you are in the right place.
Mental health crisis support is integrated into the emergency department; if you or someone you know is in crisis, you can come directly to the ER at any time.
If you are a survivor of sexual assault or intimate partner violence, a dedicated Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Centre is located on site and provides confidential medical care, emotional support, and counselling.
Call the hospital at 519-376-2121 ahead of your visit to confirm current parking arrangements, visitor policies, and any specific directions for your care area.
If you use Owen Sound Transit's mobility service, arrange your trip in advance — the door-to-door wheelchair-accessible service requires booking and is designed specifically for residents with physical mobility limitations.
What to Bring
Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence or passport)
Ontario Health Card (OHIP card)
List of all current medications, doses, and prescribing physicians
Any relevant medical records, recent test results, or referral letters
Insurance or supplemental health benefit information if applicable
Phone charger or portable battery pack for long waits
Comfortable clothing and a light blanket or layer
Cash or debit/credit card for parking and incidentals
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Owen Sound Brightshores emergency department open 24 hours?
Yes. The emergency department at Brightshores Health System Owen Sound (1800 8th St E) is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and statutory holidays.
What makes Brightshores Owen Sound different from other hospitals in the region?
The Owen Sound site is the largest in the Brightshores system and serves as the regional referral and specialist centre for all of Grey and Bruce Counties. It is the only site in the region with MRI and CT services, a designated Stroke Centre, cancer surgeries, complex joint replacements, and a full range of specialty physicians — over 200 in total, including 26 surgeons.
Does Brightshores Owen Sound have mental health crisis support in the emergency department?
Yes. Crisis support services are integrated into the emergency department at Owen Sound. The hospital also operates broader mental health programs including a Case Management Program, Assertive Community Treatment, and a Dual Diagnosis Program for the region.
Is there a Sexual Assault Care Centre at this hospital?
Yes. A Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Centre is located on site at 1800 8th St E. It provides confidential medical care, emotional support, and counselling for recent sexual assault survivors, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, and survivors of intimate partner violence. You do not need to have reported to police to access care.
How do I get to Brightshores Owen Sound Hospital without a car?
Owen Sound Transit operates a door-to-door wheelchair-accessible mobility service for residents with physical mobility limitations. For specific bus routes serving 1800 8th St E, contact Owen Sound Transit directly, as route details were not confirmed in publicly available sources at this time.
What is the difference between Grey Bruce Health Services and Brightshores Health System?
They are the same organization. Grey Bruce Health Services (GBHS) rebranded as Brightshores Health System. The Owen Sound location at 1800 8th St E remains the corporate headquarters and flagship hospital under the new name. All services and facilities remain at the same address.