Lakeridge Health - Bowmanville

Bowmanville, ON · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

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Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

Current ER Wait Ontario Health
1h 30m quick
🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Bowmanville

Last updated: 7m ago · View all Ontario hospitals →

Nearby Alternatives

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About Lakeridge Bowmanville

Lakeridge Health – Bowmanville is a fully accredited community hospital serving the Municipality of Clarington from its location at Liberty St S and King St E in Bowmanville, Ontario. The 24/7 Emergency Department provides acute care for residents of Clarington and the surrounding area, supported by critical care, diagnostic imaging, surgery, and a range of specialty services including the Regional Eye Centre for the entire Lakeridge Health network. As part of the Lakeridge Health system serving Durham Region, this hospital is an appropriate first stop for urgent and emergency care needs across the eastern end of the region.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Critical Care Unit Inpatient and Outpatient Surgery Diagnostic Imaging Complex Continuing Care Inpatient and Outpatient Rehabilitation Palliative Care Diabetes Education Program Regional Eye Centre (Lakeridge Health) Ophthalmology ASL Interpreter Services Language Interpretation Services OHIP-Covered Services

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Pay-per-use and multi-day parking packages are available at Parking Pay Stations, in line with Ontario Ministry of Health affordability requirements. Full pay stations accept tap debit/credit, cash, Google Pay, and Apple Pay; exit gates accept debit/credit, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. The main entrance and primary parking lot (Lot A) are on the north side of the hospital, beside the cafeteria. The facility is fully accessible.

Durham Region Transit serves the hospital with routes 88, 902, 502, and 507. The closest stop is Prince St Eastbound @ Liberty St, approximately a 1-minute walk from the entrance. An additional nearby stop is King Westbound @ Liberty St. The hospital sits at the corner of Liberty St S and King St E in central Bowmanville.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait-time data is currently available for this location. Generally, community hospital ERs in Ontario tend to be quieter on weekday mornings (8 a.m.–noon) compared to evenings and weekends. Use the Lakeridge Health online wait time tracker for the most accurate, real-time guidance before visiting.

🔴 Busier times

No historical data is available to identify peak periods specific to this ER. As a general pattern, Canadian emergency departments are typically busiest on Monday mornings, Friday evenings, and throughout weekends. Evenings after 5 p.m. on any day often see higher volumes as family doctor offices close.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lakeridge Health Bowmanville have an online ER wait time tool?
Yes. Lakeridge Health operates an online Emergency Department Wait Times Tracker that shows approximate current wait times across all of its hospital sites, including Bowmanville. You can check it before leaving home to compare wait times across the network.
Is the Bowmanville ER open overnight and on holidays?
Yes. The Emergency Department at Lakeridge Health – Bowmanville operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including all statutory holidays.
What language support is available at the Bowmanville Emergency Department?
The hospital offers professional interpretation services for patients who require assistance in languages other than English, and ASL (American Sign Language) interpreters are also available. Inform staff at registration so arrangements can be made promptly.
Is Bowmanville Hospital part of a larger health system?
Yes. Lakeridge Health – Bowmanville is one of four acute hospitals with emergency departments operated by Lakeridge Health, the regional health system serving Durham Region, Ontario. It was founded in 1913 as Memorial Hospital Bowmanville and joined the Lakeridge Health network in 1998.
Is the Bowmanville Hospital expanding its Emergency Department?
A major redevelopment is planned that will nearly double the size of the current hospital. The project includes an expanded Emergency Department, 32 new beds, Level 3 Critical Care capacity, a rooftop helipad, private patient rooms, ambulatory care clinics, and a haemodialysis centre.
How do I get to Lakeridge Health Bowmanville by public transit?
Durham Region Transit routes 88, 902, 502, and 507 serve stops within about a 1-minute walk of the hospital. The closest stop is Prince St Eastbound @ Liberty St. The hospital is located at the corner of Liberty St S and King St E in central Bowmanville.

About ER Wait Times

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 using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

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