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South Bruce Grey Health Centre – Walkerton is a 26-bed acute care hospital located at 21 McGivern St in Walkerton, Ontario, serving residents of southern Bruce and Grey Counties. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing acute and coronary care, obstetric services, surgery, diagnostics, and laboratory services to a community of approximately 44,000 residents across the region. As a rural community hospital, it is best suited for urgent and emergency care needs; patients requiring highly specialized or complex care such as advanced cardiac intervention or trauma may be transferred to a larger regional centre.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Acute and coronary care, Obstetrics and Family Birthing Centre, Surgical services, Diagnostic imaging, Laboratory services, Ambulatory and outpatient care, Therapy services, Ontario Health atHome care coordination (on site), Chaplain and pastoral care.
Drop-off zones at the Emergency Department entrance are for drop-off only — do not wait or park there, as paramedic access must remain clear at all times.
Registration is staffed 24/7 at Walkerton, so you can purchase parking passes or pay with cash at any hour of your visit.
If you or a family member may require extended visits, consider purchasing a 10-day or 30-day parking pass at Registration to save time.
For complex conditions such as major trauma, advanced cardiac care, or stroke, be aware that transfer to a larger regional hospital may be necessary — this is standard practice for rural facilities.
Ontario Health atHome care coordinators are available on site and can assist with discharge planning and home care services if needed during your stay.
What to Bring
Ontario Health Card (OHIP card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
Any relevant medical records or test results
Insurance or benefits information if applicable
Personal comfort items for potential wait times (water bottle, snack, book)
Phone charger or portable battery
Emergency contact information
Frequently Asked Questions
Does South Bruce Grey Health Centre Walkerton have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes, the emergency department at the Walkerton site operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing around-the-clock emergency care to the community.
Does the Walkerton hospital have a maternity or birthing unit?
Yes. The hospital features a Family Birthing Centre on the main floor with six private delivery suites. The unit is a secure, locked area where patients and families remain for their entire stay, and each suite includes a private en-suite bathroom with bathtub and shower.
How much does parking cost at South Bruce Grey Health Centre Walkerton?
Parking costs $3.00 per exit, including applicable taxes. You can pay at indoor pay stations using debit, credit, or tap, or pay with cash at the 24/7 Registration desk. Multi-day passes are also available at Registration.
Is South Bruce Grey Health Centre Walkerton able to treat complex or specialized conditions?
The Walkerton site provides a strong range of acute care services including emergency, surgical, obstetric, and diagnostic care. However, as a rural community hospital, patients with highly specialized needs — such as major trauma, advanced cardiac intervention, or dedicated stroke care — may require transfer to a larger regional centre.
Was South Bruce Grey Health Centre Walkerton always called by that name?
No. The Walkerton site was formerly known as the County of Bruce General Hospital before becoming part of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre multi-site organization, which serves four communities across southern Grey and Bruce Counties.
Are home care services available through the Walkerton hospital?
Yes. Ontario Health atHome (formerly CCAC) South West care coordinators are available on site at the Walkerton hospital to assist patients with home care planning and transition support after a hospital stay.