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Kincardine Hospital, the Kincardine site of South Bruce Grey Health Centre, is a 22-bed rural community hospital located at 1199 Queen St N in Kincardine, Ontario, serving approximately 44,000 residents plus seasonal visitors and tourists across Bruce County. The Emergency Department operates 24/7 with a physician on site at all times and nursing staff certified in Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), providing advanced trauma assessment and management. Patients with complex or highly specialized needs may be referred to larger regional centres, but the hospital handles a full range of acute emergency care with personalized attention typical of a smaller rural facility.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department with physician on site, Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)-certified nursing staff, CT (Computerized Tomography) — 64-slice scanner, Diagnostic Imaging, Laboratory and Outpatient Collections, Cardiorespiratory Services, Outpatient Cardiology Clinic, Ontario Breast Screening Program (Mammography), Bone Densitometry, Pulmonary Function Testing, Urology Clinic, Physiotherapy, Diabetes Support (in partnership with Diabetes Grey Bruce), Outpatient Mental Health Services, Surgical Services, Nutritional Services, Pastoral/Chaplain Care, Ontario Health atHome South West Care Coordinators on site.
Amenities
Pastoral/chaplain care services on site
McKechnie Pharmacy in the adjacent Hawthorne Community Clinic building (east of the hospital)
Parking pay stations inside the hospital at both main entrances
Ontario Health atHome South West care coordinators on site
A physician is on site at Kincardine Hospital's ER 24/7, so you will be seen by a doctor — not just triaged and sent home to wait for a callback.
Pre-pay your $3 parking fee at one of the indoor pay stations before you leave the building to avoid delays at the exit gate.
If you visit frequently (e.g., for a family member's stay), ask Registration about 10- or 30-day parking passes to save time and hassle.
A pharmacy (McKechnie Pharmacy) is located in the adjacent Hawthorne Community Clinic building just east of the hospital — convenient for filling prescriptions after your ER visit.
If you may need home care services after discharge, ask about the Ontario Health atHome South West care coordinators who are available on site to help plan your transition home.
For non-emergency questions or to confirm amenity availability before your visit, call the hospital directly at 519-396-3331.
What to Bring
Ontario Health Card (OHIP card)
Photo ID (driver's licence or passport)
List of current medications, dosages, and any known allergies
Any relevant medical records, test results, or imaging from other providers
Insurance or extended health benefit information if applicable
Phone charger or portable battery pack for long waits
Comfortable clothing or a change of clothes
Cash or debit/credit card for the $3 parking fee
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there always a doctor available at Kincardine Hospital's Emergency Department?
Yes. Kincardine Hospital has a physician on site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Nursing staff will notify the doctor as soon as you arrive, and the physician is required to respond within a designated time based on your triage level.
What level of trauma care is available at Kincardine Hospital's ER?
Nursing staff at Kincardine hold Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification, reflecting advanced training in the assessment and management of traumatic injuries. The ER can manage a wide range of acute emergencies, though patients with very complex or specialized needs may be transferred to a larger regional facility.
Is there a CT scanner at Kincardine Hospital?
Yes. Kincardine Hospital has a 64-slice CT (Computerized Tomography) scanner on site, funded through the hospital foundation, supporting rapid diagnostic imaging for emergency and outpatient patients.
How does parking work at Kincardine Hospital?
Parking costs $3 per visit and is paid upon exit. You can pay by debit or credit at the parking gates or at pay stations inside the hospital. Cash payments are accepted at the Registration desk between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM. There is no free grace period, so pre-pay inside before heading to your car.
Is there a pharmacy near Kincardine Hospital for filling prescriptions after my ER visit?
Yes. McKechnie Pharmacy is located in the Hawthorne Community Clinic building directly adjacent to (east of) the hospital, making it convenient to fill prescriptions immediately after your emergency department visit.
What is the history of Kincardine Hospital?
Kincardine Hospital was founded in 1908 when local resident Madame Josephine Gualco donated the Queen Street North property and provided annual funding to establish a hospital for Kincardine and the surrounding district. The charter was granted on June 19, 1909, and the first birth was recorded on March 10, 1910. Today it operates as the Kincardine site of South Bruce Grey Health Centre, serving the broader Bruce County region.