North Bay General Hospital - Mclaren Site

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: If possible, early morning on weekdays (before 10 a.m.) tends to be less busy at most Canadian ERs. Mid-morning to early afternoon on weekdays is generally a moderate period. Always call 911 or go immediately in a true emergency regardless of time.

Busier times: Evening hours between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. are typically the busiest at Canadian emergency departments, as patients arrive after work or after family physicians' offices close. Weekends can also see higher volumes throughout the day.

About North Bay General Hospital - Mclaren Site

The North Bay General Hospital McLaren Site is a legacy facility in North Bay, Ontario, whose emergency services have been consolidated into the North Bay Regional Health Centre (NBRHC) at 50 College Drive — the current destination for emergency care in the region. The NBRHC emergency department is equipped with 32 treatment stretchers and serves over 57,000 patients per year, providing full acute care services to North Bay and the broader Nipissing District. Residents seeking emergency care in North Bay should proceed to 50 College Drive, where a comprehensive 24/7 emergency department and full diagnostic suite are available.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, CT Scanning, MRI, X-Ray, Ultrasound, Laboratory Services, ECG and EEG Testing, Echocardiography, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography, Bone Mineral Density Testing, Ontario Breast Screening Program, Diabetes Education Centre, Ambulatory Care Centre, On-site Pharmacy, Mental Health and Psychiatry Services, Nipissing Detoxification and Substance Abuse Program.

Amenities

• Tim Hortons food kiosk near Main Lobby (Level 200)
• Cafeteria on Level 100 with Tim Hortons, daily hot lunches, grilled comfort foods, and grab-and-go items
• Gift Shop operated by Friends of NBRHC (Main East Lobby, Level 200) — gifts, toiletries, reading material, flowers
• North Bay Regional Pharmacy — on-site pharmacy open to patients and visitors
• No-smoking campus (including electronic cigarettes and personal vehicles)

Other Care Options

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Tips Before You Go

• Emergency services for North Bay are now located at the North Bay Regional Health Centre at 50 College Drive — not at 720 McLaren St, which is no longer an active hospital site.
• Call 705-474-8600 before visiting if you have questions about services, wait times, or directions to the current NBRHC campus.
• For non-life-threatening concerns, consider whether the Ambulatory Care Centre or a walk-in clinic may be appropriate — the NBRHC ambulatory care centre serves over 63,000 visits per year.
• The NBRHC campus is located off Highway 17, making it accessible from across the Nipissing District. Plan your route in advance, especially in winter conditions.
• The NBRHC has a strict no-smoking policy across all hospital property, including parking lots and personal vehicles, enforced under municipal by-law.

What to Bring

• Provincial health card (Ontario OHIP card)
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications, doses, and allergies
• Any relevant medical records or referral documents
• Emergency contact names and phone numbers
• Payment method for parking
• Snacks and water for potential wait times
• A book, phone charger, or other entertainment for the waiting room

Frequently Asked Questions

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. Actual wait times may vary.

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