Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital (OTMH), operated by Halton Healthcare at 3001 Hospital Gate in Oakville, Ontario, is a modern 457-bed acute care facility whose emergency department sees more than 70,000 visits annually. The 24/7 ER provides full acute emergency care with immediate triage by a registered nurse, supported by on-site intensive care, diagnostic imaging, cardiology, pediatrics, obstetrics, and mental health services. Patients across the Halton region rely on OTMH for rapid diagnosis, specialized treatment, and access to one of the most comprehensively equipped community hospitals in Ontario.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department (70,000+ visits/year), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Pediatric Emergency Care (patients up to 18 years), Post-Emergency Pediatric Clinic, Obstetrics and Labour & Delivery (~2,300 births/year), Cardiac Rehabilitation and Education Program, Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Inpatient Unit (CAPIS), Integrated Addiction Medicine Clinic, Urgent Geriatric Assessment Clinic, Falls Prevention Clinic, Diagnostic Imaging (CT, angiography, bone densitometry, general imaging), Surgery, Medicine, Mental Health Services, Outpatient Dialysis, Acute Hand Program, Asthma Education Centre, Diabetes Outpatient Clinic, Audiology, Laboratory Services, On-site Pharmacy.
Amenities
On-site pharmacy with prescription services and medication consultations
Health information library with trained librarian assistance (in-person and online resources)
Wayfinding volunteers at each entrance
Information desks throughout the facility
Printed, touchscreen, and 'you are here' maps
Wheelchairs available at all four entrances
Parking pass sales at the main lobby information desk
Cafeteria (confirm hours directly with the hospital at 905-845-2571)
ATM (confirm location directly with the hospital at 905-845-2571)
Chapel (confirm availability directly with the hospital at 905-845-2571)
WiFi (confirm availability directly with the hospital at 905-845-2571)
Use the entrance closest to the service you need — OTMH has four separate entrances (north, south, east, west) each with adjacent parking, so check signage before entering the lot.
If surface parking lots are full, head directly to the multi-level parking garage and use levels 4, 5, or 6; an enclosed walkway connects you to the hospital from the ground floor.
Ask a volunteer or check one of the touchscreen wayfinding stations at any entrance — the hospital is large and well-signed, making it easy to reach the ER quickly.
If your child was recently seen in the ER, ask about the Post-Emergency Pediatric Clinic, which provides follow-up consultation so you may not need a return ER visit.
OTMH's on-site pharmacy can fill discharge prescriptions before you leave the building, saving an extra stop on your way home.
What to Bring
Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence or passport)
Ontario Health Card (OHIP card)
List of current medications, including dosages and frequency
Any relevant medical records, recent test results, or referral letters
List of known allergies
Contact information for your family doctor or specialist
Phone charger or portable battery pack for a long wait
Snacks, water, and a light jacket or sweater for comfort during your wait
Parking
OTMH offers multiple numbered surface parking lots and a multi-level parking garage on site, with dedicated parking adjacent to the north, south, east, and west entrances for convenient access. If surface lots are full, patients and visitors may park on levels 4, 5, or 6 of the parking garage and access the hospital via an enclosed walkway from the first floor. Daily, weekly, and monthly parking passes and affordable packages can be purchased at the information desk in the main lobby. Wheelchair access is available at all entrances, and bicycle parking is also on site.
Getting There
Oakville Transit's Third Line Route 3 serves OTMH directly, with three bus stops located on hospital property at the east, west, and north entrances. Bicycle parking is also available on site for those arriving by bike.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital have a pediatric emergency service?
Yes. OTMH has an 8-bed pediatric inpatient unit caring for children from 24 hours old up to 18 years of age, and pediatric patients are seen in the main Emergency Department. The hospital also operates a Post-Emergency Pediatric Clinic for follow-up consultations after an ER visit, reducing the need for repeat emergency visits.
How many patients does the OTMH Emergency Department see each year?
The OTMH Emergency Department sees more than 70,000 patient visits annually, making it one of the busiest community hospital ERs in the Halton region. All patients are initially assessed by a registered nurse using a standardized triage process.
Is there geriatric support available through the OTMH Emergency Department?
Yes. OTMH offers an Urgent Geriatric Assessment Clinic specifically for patients seen in the Emergency Department who require a timely and comprehensive geriatric evaluation. A Falls Prevention Clinic is also available as part of the hospital's broader Geriatric and Senior Specialty Services.
Does OTMH offer mental health or addictions support in the Emergency Department?
Yes. OTMH's Integrated Addiction Medicine Clinic provides rapid access to time-limited addiction care for individuals who come through any Halton Healthcare site, including the Emergency Department. The hospital also has a Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Inpatient Unit (CAPIS) for children and youth up to age 17 who require intensive mental health stabilization.
How do I get to OTMH by public transit?
Oakville Transit's Third Line Route 3 stops directly on hospital property, with bus stops at the east, west, and north entrances of the hospital. Bicycle parking is also available on site for those cycling to the hospital.
What parking options are available at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital?
OTMH has multiple surface parking lots adjacent to each of its four entrances, plus a multi-level parking garage on site. If surface lots are full, park on levels 4, 5, or 6 of the garage and use the enclosed walkway to enter the hospital. Daily, weekly, and monthly parking passes can be purchased at the main lobby information desk.
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.
We check our own accuracy. Forecasting two hours ahead, the ERstat estimate was typically off by 33 minutes against what hospitals themselves later posted, compared with 41 minutes for the hospital's own current figure, and was the closer of the two 58% of the time. See the full scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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