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About Manitoulin Health Centre - Little Current Site
The Manitoulin Health Centre – Little Current Site operates a 24-hour emergency department serving Manitoulin Island and surrounding rural communities in Northern Ontario. Opened in its modern form in June 2017, the ER features dedicated trauma rooms and telemedicine connectivity to specialists in Sudbury, ensuring access to specialist care despite the hospital's remote island location. This facility is the primary acute care resource for the region, handling emergencies, inpatient care, obstetrics, and day surgery for residents who would otherwise face long travel times to larger urban centres.
Services & Specialties
24-hour Emergency Department, Trauma rooms (Trauma 1 and Trauma 2), Telemedicine connection to specialists in Sudbury, Acute inpatient medical, surgical, and pediatric care (16 beds), Obstetrics – low-risk, full-term single pregnancies (2 Combined Care beds), Day Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging, Laboratory services, Physiotherapy, Pharmacy, Diabetes Clinic, Dietitian services, Community-based mental health and addictions services (HSN), Transitional and rehabilitative care, OHIP-covered services.
Amenities
On-site pharmacy
Spiritual Room for smudging and meditation (Indigenous cultural support)
Wheelchair accessible facility and emergency department
If you have a family doctor through the Northeastern Manitoulin Family Health Team in Little Current, contact their office first for non-urgent concerns before heading to the ER.
The ER uses telemedicine to connect you with specialists in Sudbury — bring a list of your current medications and medical history so the virtual consultation can proceed efficiently.
If travelling to the hospital from more remote areas of Manitoulin Island, call ahead at (705) 368-2300 to notify staff, especially for serious emergencies where time matters.
OHIP covers most services, but some procedures may carry additional fees — bring your OHIP card and any supplemental insurance information.
The hospital supports English, French, and Ojibwe — let staff know your language preference when you arrive.
The Spiritual Room is available to patients and visitors for smudging and meditation; ask staff for access if needed.
What to Bring
Ontario Health Card (OHIP card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and prescribing doctors
Any relevant medical records or test results
Supplemental or private insurance information
Emergency contact information
Personal comfort items if a longer wait is possible
Payment method for any non-OHIP-covered services or parking
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Manitoulin Health Centre Little Current ER have trauma capabilities?
Yes. The emergency department includes dedicated Trauma 1 and Trauma 2 rooms, and is equipped with telemedicine connectivity to specialists at Health Sciences North in Sudbury for complex cases requiring specialist input.
Can I deliver my baby at the Little Current site?
Yes. The Little Current site offers obstetrics services for low-risk, full-term single pregnancies through 2 Combined Care beds. Speak with your healthcare provider to determine if this site is appropriate for your delivery.
Is the emergency department at Little Current walk-in accessible without a referral?
Yes. The Emergency Department at Manitoulin Health Centre – Little Current is walk-in accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and does not require a referral or appointment.
Are Indigenous cultural practices supported at this hospital?
Yes. The hospital features a dedicated Spiritual Room available to patients and visitors for smudging and meditation, reflecting the facility's commitment to supporting Indigenous cultural and spiritual practices. Staff can assist you with access to the room.
What languages are spoken at the Manitoulin Health Centre Little Current ER?
The emergency department supports services in English, French, and Ojibwe. Let staff know your language preference upon arrival.
How does this hospital provide access to specialists if needed?
Given its location on Manitoulin Island, the hospital uses telemedicine technology to connect patients and ER physicians with specialists at Health Sciences North in Sudbury, reducing the need for emergency patient transfers for specialist consultations.