Scarborough ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · ON · Updated every 15 minutes

the Scarborough Hospital - General Campus

24/7 · 3050 Lawrence Ave E

1h 15m–3h 15mPredicted
Up to 3h 22m wait expected. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Nearby ERs Outside Scarborough

Trillium Health Partners - Mississauga Hospital

Mississauga · 36 km away

1h 54m

Lakeridge Health - Bowmanville

Bowmanville · 49 km away

2h 8m

Halton Healthcare Services - Oakville

Oakville · 54 km away

4h 1m

Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital

Ajax · 21 km away

4h 42m

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Toronto · 11 km away

4h 56m

Emergency Rooms in Scarborough

Scarborough has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Wait time data for Scarborough 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 Scarborough 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 Scarborough

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Scarborough ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes 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

How many emergency departments are in Scarborough?
Scarborough has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. Check ERstat for current status.
How can I check ER wait times in Scarborough?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Scarborough 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 best time to visit pattern based on historical data.
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 Scarborough ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Scarborough wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.
What if all Scarborough ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Scarborough with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

Not an emergency? 7 walk-in clinics in Scarborough — hours & walk-in status

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