TIMMINS AND DISTRICT HOSPITAL/L'HÔPITAL DE TIMMINS ET DU DISTRICT

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About Timmins & District Hospital

Timmins and District Hospital (TADH) operates a 24/7 emergency department in Timmins, Ontario, serving approximately 43,000 patients annually and functioning as a major referral centre for eleven hospitals across Northern Ontario. As a fully accredited referral and teaching hospital affiliated with NOSM University, TADH provides advanced diagnostic capabilities, on-site and on-call physician coverage, trauma services, and specialized care including mental health, maternal-child, oncology, and dialysis. Serving over 110,000 people across the Cochrane, Temiskaming, Sudbury, and Algoma districts, this hospital is the primary acute care hub for a vast region of Northeastern Ontario.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Trauma care (two dedicated trauma rooms), Critical care / ICU, Mental health and addiction services (Schedule 1 facility — only one in Cochrane District), Maternal and child care / Labour and delivery, Pediatric care, Oncology, Dialysis, Surgical services, Rehabilitation and complex continuing care, Long-term care, 24/7 Laboratory and pathology, Diagnostic imaging, Specialist clinics, On-site pharmacy, Multiple ambulance bays.

Amenities

• Courtyard Café (lower level) — Tim Hortons products plus hot and cold meals, open 6:30 am to 7:15 pm
• Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free cafeteria options available
• On-site pharmacy supporting inpatients and care teams
• 24/7 laboratory services
• Contact the hospital at (705) 267-2131 to confirm ATM, WiFi, and chapel/spiritual care availability

Other Care Options

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Tips Before You Go

• Check the hospital's website for ED wait times updated every 15 minutes before heading in, so you can plan your arrival.
• The Emergency Department entrance on Ross Ave E is available for drop-off around the clock — use it for faster access if arriving by car.
• If you require mental health support, TADH is the only Schedule 1 mental health facility in the Cochrane District, making it the appropriate destination for psychiatric emergencies in the region.
• TADH receives patient transfers at nearly three times the rate of other medium-sized Ontario hospitals — expect a busy, high-acuity environment, especially on evenings and weekends.
• If you are coming from a remote community in the James Bay coast, Temiskaming, or Algoma areas, TADH is your designated regional referral hospital — let triage staff know if you have traveled a significant distance.
• Parking costs $6/day — if you don't have a debit or credit card, bring cash and visit the Finance Office (Mon–Fri, 8:00 am–4:00 pm) to settle your parking fee.

What to Bring

• Provincial health card (Ontario OHIP card)
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
• Any relevant medical records, referral letters, or imaging from previous visits
• Personal phone and charger for updates and wait-time monitoring
• Comfortable clothing and a warm layer (hospital waiting areas can be cool)
• Snacks and water for potentially long waits
• Support person or trusted contact information (especially for mental health or complex visits)

Frequently Asked Questions

About ER Wait Times

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.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.