Stevenson Memorial Hospital is a fully accredited community hospital located at 200 Fletcher Cres in Alliston, Ontario, serving a growing catchment area that includes New Tecumseth, Essa, Innisfil, Adjala-Tosorontio, and CFB Borden — approximately one hour north of Toronto. The 24/7 emergency department handles nearly 40,000 visits annually and provides acute care, maternity services, day surgery, cardiac care, and mental health support for low-to-moderate acuity patients. For complex trauma or high-acuity cases requiring a higher level of care, patients may be transferred to a regional centre.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Acute Inpatient Care (38 beds), Birthing Suite and Maternal Child Care (Level 1 Obstetrics), Day Surgery, Cardiac Services, Diagnostic Imaging, Laboratory Services, Outpatient Mental Health Program, Psychiatric Consultation Services, Dialysis Unit, Physiotherapy, Sleep Clinic, Outpatient Clinics, Pharmacy, Palliative and Chronic Disease Support.
Amenities
On-site pharmacy
Pay-and-Display visitor parking (upper and lower lots)
Check real-time ER wait times before you leave home at smh-predict.oculys.com — the displayed time reflects how long after triage you can expect to see a physician.
If you are travelling from CFB Borden, Innisfil, or Adjala-Tosorontio, factor in drive time and check the online wait tracker to plan your arrival.
For low-risk pregnancies of 36+ weeks, the SMH birthing suite offers midwife and obstetrician-led care with some of the highest maternity satisfaction scores in Ontario.
Mental health outpatient services require a physician referral — if you are seeking non-emergency mental health support, contact your family doctor before visiting the ER.
The Town of New Tecumseth is one of Canada's fastest-growing municipalities; expect the ER to be busier during evenings and weekends, especially in summer when the regional population swells.
What to Bring
Ontario Health Card (OHIP card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records, test results, or specialist letters
Health insurance information (if applicable, e.g., for non-OHIP-covered services)
Phone charger or portable battery pack for a potentially long wait
Comfortable clothing and a snack if you have dietary needs during a long visit
Parking
Stevenson Memorial Hospital offers visitor parking in both upper and lower surface lots, managed by Precise ParkLink using Pay-and-Display meters. For parking support, visit parkingsupport.ca. Current rates are posted at the lot meters — confirm before your visit. A ground-level helipad is located south of the water tower; air transport patients are transferred by ambulance to the emergency department.
Getting There
Alliston is a smaller community with limited public transit options. Patients relying on public transit should contact the Town of New Tecumseth or check local transit schedules before visiting. The hospital's transportation page at stevensonhospital.ca/transportation may have updated guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the emergency department entrance at Stevenson Memorial Hospital?
Stevenson Memorial Hospital is located at 200 Fletcher Cres, Alliston, ON. The emergency department is open 24/7. Follow signage on-site for the ER entrance; if in doubt, call 705-435-3377 before arriving.
Can I check the ER wait time before I go to Stevenson Memorial Hospital?
Yes. Real-time emergency department wait times are available online at smh-predict.oculys.com. The wait time shown is the estimated time between triage nurse assessment and seeing a physician.
Does Stevenson Memorial Hospital have a maternity or labour and delivery unit?
Yes. SMH has an on-site birthing suite providing Level 1 obstetrical care for low-risk pregnancies of 36 weeks gestational age or greater. Care is delivered by a team of midwives, nurses, obstetricians, and anesthetists. The hospital is recognized for some of the highest maternity patient satisfaction scores in Ontario.
Does Stevenson Memorial Hospital offer mental health services in the ER or outpatient setting?
SMH offers an outpatient mental health program that includes individual counselling, skills-based and psychotherapy groups, and psychiatric consultation — a physician referral is required. For a mental health crisis, the emergency department is available 24/7.
Is Stevenson Memorial Hospital being expanded?
Yes. A major redevelopment project is underway that will result in an approximately 146,200 sq ft facility — tripling the current footprint. The expansion will increase inpatient bed capacity by 20%, add 100% private inpatient rooms, and improve the environment for emergency and maternity patients to meet the needs of the rapidly growing New Tecumseth community.
What communities does Stevenson Memorial Hospital serve?
SMH is the primary hospital for residents of New Tecumseth, Adjala-Tosorontio, Essa, Innisfil, and Canadian Forces Base Borden. It is located approximately one hour north of downtown Toronto and serves a catchment area that has grown by 28% since 2016, making New Tecumseth one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Canada.
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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