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About Haliburton Highlands Health Services - Haliburton Hospital
Haliburton Highlands Health Services – Haliburton Hospital operates a 24/7 Emergency Department serving residents, seasonal cottagers, and visitors throughout Haliburton County and the surrounding rural region of Ontario. The ER is part of a 14-bed acute and emergency care facility that includes on-site diagnostic imaging, physiotherapy, and a dedicated mental health room within the department. As a small rural community hospital, it handles a broad range of urgent and emergent needs, with heliport access for air transport and physician-supported transfer arrangements for patients requiring higher-level specialty care.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Acute inpatient care, Diagnostic imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, echocardiography, bone mineral densitometry), Dedicated emergency mental health room, Physiotherapy, Telemedicine services, GAIN (Geriatric Assessment and Intervention Network) clinic, Long-term care (Highland Wood, 30 beds), End-of-life care, Community support services, Heliport for air ambulance access, Mental health and addictions services.
Amenities
Wheelchair accessible facility
On-site heliport
Telemedicine suite
Volunteer services (supported by Minden Auxiliary and HHHS Foundation)
Contact hospital directly for cafeteria, pharmacy, ATM, and Wi-Fi availability
If your emergency is life-threatening, call 911 — the hospital has a heliport and can receive air ambulance patients directly on site.
For non-urgent health questions at any hour, call Health811 (dial 8-1-1) to speak with a registered Ontario registered nurse for free, 24/7, before deciding to visit the ER.
Haliburton is a popular cottage country destination — expect higher ER volumes during summer long weekends (Victoria Day through Labour Day) when the seasonal population surges.
If you require care beyond what is available at this rural hospital, the on-site medical team will coordinate your transfer to a larger facility; ask about this process when you arrive.
Call 705-457-1392 in advance if you have questions about parking fees, amenities, or whether a particular service is available on the day of your visit.
What to Bring
Ontario Health Card (OHIP card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Private insurance or benefits card if applicable
Name and contact information for your family doctor or specialist
Warm clothing or a blanket — rural hospital waiting areas can be cool
Snacks, water, and phone charger for potentially extended waits
Any relevant medical records, imaging, or referral documents
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Haliburton Hospital Emergency Department open overnight?
Yes. The Haliburton Hospital ER is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year, including holidays.
Can I arrive at Haliburton Hospital by air ambulance?
Yes. The hospital has an on-site heliport that allows emergency patients to arrive and depart by air, improving access for critical cases in this rural region.
What happens if I need care that Haliburton Hospital can't provide?
As a small rural facility, Haliburton Hospital does not offer all specialty services. If your condition requires resources beyond what is available on site, the attending physician and staff will work with you and your family to arrange transfer and transportation to an appropriate facility.
Does the Haliburton Hospital ER have mental health services?
Yes. A dedicated mental health room is located within the Emergency Department, and HHHS also provides broader mental health and addictions services as part of its community programs.
Is diagnostic imaging available at the Haliburton site?
Yes. The Haliburton Hospital includes a Diagnostic Imaging Department offering X-ray, ultrasound, echocardiography, and bone mineral densitometry. A recently added diagnostic imaging wing has expanded these capabilities on site.
Does Haliburton Hospital serve cottagers and seasonal visitors?
Yes. HHHS explicitly serves residents, cottagers, and visitors to Haliburton County and the surrounding area. The hospital is a key healthcare resource for the region's large seasonal population during spring, summer, and fall.