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The Scarborough Health Network General Site at 3050 Lawrence Ave E is Scarborough's oldest and largest hospital, housing the Deepa & Narinder Lal Emergency Department and serving a catchment area of over 832,000 residents across Scarborough and surrounding communities. As a major academic teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto's Temerty Faculty of Medicine, it offers full-service emergency and critical care within a CA$72 million Emergency and Critical Care Centre opened in 2009. The ER is well-suited for adults and children requiring urgent care across a broad range of conditions, including cardiac emergencies, stroke, mental health crises, trauma, and obstetric emergencies.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department (Deepa & Narinder Lal Emergency Department), Adult mental health emergency services, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Program, Cardiac care (designated cardiac centre for Central East Ontario), Stroke care, Paediatric emergency services, Maternal and newborn services, Surgical services and advanced surgical suites, Cancer care, Diabetes care, Orthopaedics and spine care (designated spine centre), Nephrology (Ontario's largest nephrology program), Cardiovascular rehabilitation (North America's largest regional community-based program), Diagnostic imaging (Northpine Diagnostic Imaging Department), Mental Health and Addiction Program, Seniors care, Chronic disease management, Eye Centre (glaucoma and cataract surgery), Family and community medicine.
Amenities
Pharmacy located on the ground floor, North Wing, across from the Breathing Centre
Spiritual and Religious Care Department with culturally diverse licensed practitioners
Parking garage with pay stations on main floor and covered kiosk
Wheelchair-accessible building including main entrance and barrier-free washrooms
Security escorts to vehicle available upon request
Short-term meter parking is available directly outside the Emergency Department — use this for drop-offs or brief stays, and move to the main visitor lot for longer visits.
If you or a family member requires language support, SHN serves one of the most ethnically diverse communities in Canada and has resources to support patients whose first language is not English — ask the triage team about interpreter services.
For mental health crises, SHN operates Ontario's second-largest community-based Mental Health and Addiction Program — let triage staff know the nature of your visit so you can be directed appropriately.
If you are arriving by TTC, Routes 54 (Lawrence East) and 16 (McCowan) both stop directly at the hospital — service runs until 1 a.m. daily.
For frequent visitors or patients with ongoing treatment, ask the parking office about the HPASS discounted multi-day parking card to save on parking costs.
What to Bring
Provincial health card (Ontario OHIP card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and any known allergies
Any relevant medical records, recent test results, or referral letters
Personal comfort items such as a phone charger, water bottle, and snacks for potential wait times
Insurance or benefit information if applicable
Contact information for your family doctor or specialist
A support person or emergency contact name and phone number
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Emergency Department entrance at Scarborough Health Network General Site?
The Emergency Department is accessed through the hospital's main entrance at 3050 Lawrence Ave E, Scarborough. Short-term meter parking is available directly outside the ED for emergency arrivals.
Does this hospital have a dedicated mental health emergency service?
Yes. SHN General Site offers adult mental health emergency services through the Emergency Department, and the broader network operates Ontario's second-largest community-based Mental Health and Addiction Program, with over 10,000 referrals to outpatient programs annually.
Is there a Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Program at this location?
Yes. A dedicated Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Program is available at the Scarborough Health Network General Site. Patients can speak with triage staff upon arrival to be connected with this service.
Is this hospital a cardiac or stroke centre?
Yes. SHN General Site is the designated cardiac care centre for the Central East region of Ontario and the designated spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities. It also has specialized stroke care expertise.
What makes Scarborough Health Network General Site different from other Toronto-area ERs?
SHN General Site is Scarborough's oldest and largest hospital, part of the third-largest community health network in Canada. It is home to Ontario's largest nephrology program, the fourth-largest maternal and newborn program in the province, and hosts North America's largest regional community-based cardiovascular rehabilitation program. It is also a major academic teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.
Is the hospital accessible for patients with mobility needs?
Yes. The facility is fully wheelchair accessible, including the main entrance, barrier-free washrooms throughout the building, and designated accessible parking spaces in the visitor lot.