Windsor Regional Hospital - Met Campus

Windsor, ON · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

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Open 24/7

This emergency department is open around the clock.

Current ER Wait Ontario Health
2h 22m moderate
🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Windsor

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Nearby Alternatives

For non-emergency care in Windsor, the Windsor Regional Hospital Ouellette Campus and several walk-in clinics throughout the city may offer additional options depending on your medical needs.

Windsor Regional Hospital - Ouellette Campus

Windsor · 3 km away

1h 59m

Erie Shores HealthCare

Leamington · 43 km away

1h 49m

Chatham-Kent Health Alliance - Wallaceburg

Wallaceburg · 62 km away

25m

About Windsor Regional (Met Campus)

Windsor Regional Hospital – Met Campus, located at 1995 Lens Avenue in Windsor, Ontario, is one of the city's two full-service acute care campuses and part of Ontario's 11th largest hospital system. The Met Campus Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, offering complex trauma care, cardiac and stroke services, intensive care, and dedicated mental health assessments including psychiatric evaluations. With 290 beds on site and a wide range of specialty services, this campus is the appropriate destination for serious and complex medical emergencies across Windsor and Essex County.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Complex trauma care Cardiac care and monitoring Stroke and neurosurgery services Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Acute mental health and psychiatric assessments Paediatric emergency care (patients 15 and under for urgent mental health) Maternity and obstetric care Renal dialysis Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Treatment Centre (4th Floor) Safekids Treatment Centre On-site Cancer Centre Ambulatory Care Breast Health Centre and Mammography Burns and Plastics Clinic Cardiopulmonary services Diabetic Clinic Gynecology Clinic Rapid Assessment Clinic Pre-Admission Clinic Telemedicine services Laboratory services On-site Pharmacy

Amenities

Parking & Transit

On-site parking is available at 1995 Lens Avenue, including a dedicated Cancer Centre parking lot. Accessibility parking is available on campus. For current parking rates, lot maps, and accessibility details, visit wrh.on.ca/GettingHereMetCampus.

Transit Windsor bus routes 135, 1C, and 3 serve the Met Campus area. The nearest stops are Tecumseh at Byng and Lincoln at Vimy, each approximately a 4-minute walk from the hospital entrance.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. In general, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to be less busy at most urban emergency departments. If your condition is non-urgent, consider whether your family doctor, a walk-in clinic, or Telehealth Ontario (1-866-797-0000) might be appropriate before visiting the ER.

🔴 Busier times

Emergency departments across Canada are typically busiest on Monday mornings, Friday evenings, and throughout weekends when other healthcare options are closed. Late evenings between 6 PM and midnight also tend to see higher volumes. Arriving during these periods may result in longer wait times.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Windsor Regional Hospital Met Campus have a dedicated mental health emergency service?
Yes. The Met Campus Emergency Department provides psychiatric assessments conducted by a Psychiatrist. Based on that assessment, patients may be discharged with a care plan or admitted to the on-site Mental Health Department. This campus also serves children 15 and under for urgent mental health presentations.
Where is the Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Treatment Centre at the Met Campus?
The Sexual Assault / Domestic Violence and Safekids Treatment Centre is located on the 4th Floor of the Metropolitan Campus at 1995 Lens Avenue. You can present to the Emergency Department for access, support, and direction to this service.
Is there a Cancer Centre at the Windsor Regional Hospital Met Campus?
Yes, there is an on-site Cancer Centre at the Met Campus, which has its own dedicated parking area at 1995 Lens Avenue. It operates separately from the Emergency Department.
How many beds does the Met Campus have, and how large is Windsor Regional Hospital overall?
The Metropolitan Campus operates 290 beds. Windsor Regional Hospital overall has 483 acute care beds across both its campuses, plus 68 mental health beds. WRH is the 11th largest hospital in Ontario and the 3rd largest community teaching hospital in the province.
Can I get interpreter services in my language at the Met Campus Emergency Department?
Yes. Language interpretation is available in over 170 languages through video and telephone interpretation services at no cost to patients. Inform the triage nurse of your language preference when you arrive.
What transit routes go to Windsor Regional Hospital Met Campus?
Transit Windsor bus routes 135, 1C, and 3 all serve the area near the Met Campus. The closest stops are Tecumseh at Byng and Lincoln at Vimy, each about a 4-minute walk from the hospital. Visit Transit Windsor's website for current schedules and route maps.

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 using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.

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

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