Parry Sound ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · ON · Live as of 8:50 a.m. EDT

Shortest in Parry Sound if you leave now

Avg 2h 28m · 2 waiting

In an emergency, call 911.

West Parry Sound Health Centre

24/7 · 6 Albert St

2h 28m

Parry Sound ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Parry Sound over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

Parry Sound ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

2h28
12pm
2h32
1pm
2h49
2pm
3h16
3pm
3h35
4pm
3h45
5pm
4h7
6pm
4h28
7pm
4h39
8pm
4h39
9pm
4h36
10pm
4h33
11pm

Projected from typical wait patterns across Parry Sound ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Parry Sound

Based on historical wait patterns across Parry Sound emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Fridays 9am avg ~2h 12m
Longest wait Mondays 6pm avg ~5h 7m

Emergency Rooms in Parry Sound

Parry Sound has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 1 currently has live wait time data. Right now, 2 people are waiting across Parry Sound emergency departments.

Wait time data for Parry Sound is sourced from individual hospital websites and updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Parry Sound use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit — it depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Parry Sound

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Parry Sound ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Ontario pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency — chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Parry Sound right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Parry Sound right now is at West Parry Sound Health Centre with an estimated wait of 3h 15m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Parry Sound?
Parry Sound has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Parry Sound?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Parry Sound hospitals using data from individual hospital websites. Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.
What is the average ER wait time in Parry Sound?
Right now the shortest ER wait in Parry Sound is 3h 15m at West Parry Sound Health Centre. The average across Parry Sound's reporting emergency departments is about 2h 28m, but waits vary widely — checking the live board and choosing the shortest can save hours. The average shifts through the day; overnight tends to run longer than midday.
Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?
Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.
Where does ERstat get Parry Sound ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Parry Sound wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.

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Urgent care treats the broken wrists, infections and stitches an emergency department would make you wait behind more serious cases for. Ontario publishes its urgent care waits, and they are not comparable to an ER wait.

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