CH DU CENTRE-DE-LA-MAURICIE

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: Without historical wait data specific to this facility, general guidance applies: mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to be less busy than evenings and weekends at most regional emergency departments. Arriving earlier in the day is generally advisable when your condition allows.

Busier times: Emergency departments across Quebec, including Shawinigan-Sud, typically experience higher volumes on Monday mornings, Friday evenings, and throughout weekends. Evening hours between 6 PM and midnight also tend to be busier as walk-in clinics and family medicine offices close for the day.

About CH DU CENTRE-DE-LA-MAURICIE

Hôpital du Centre-de-la-Mauricie is a regional community hospital located in Shawinigan-Sud, Quebec, serving residents of Shawinigan and the surrounding Mauricie region. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, staffed by physicians and nurse practitioners working collaboratively to care for patients with urgent and non-urgent medical needs. The hospital is part of the CIUSSS de la Mauricie-et-du-Centre-du-Québec, a university-integrated health network, and is an appropriate first point of care for most acute medical situations in the area.

Services & Specialties

24/7 emergency department, 19-stretcher emergency unit, Physician and nurse practitioner collaborative care, Laboratory and blood draw services, Mental health support services (through CIUSSS MCQ network), Vaccination services (through CIUSSS MCQ network), Inpatient care, Regional referral pathway to Trois-Rivières for complex or specialized cases.

Amenities

• On-site paid parking
• For cafeteria, ATM, pharmacy, or Wi-Fi availability, contact the hospital directly at 819-536-7500

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Tips Before You Go

• Call 819-536-7500 before visiting for general inquiries — the hospital can help direct you to the right service within the CIUSSS MCQ network.
• For non-urgent concerns, consider seeing a pharmacist, nurse, or physiotherapist in Shawinigan before heading to the ER to reduce your wait.
• If you require highly specialized care such as advanced cardiac, trauma, or stroke intervention, be aware that complex cases may be transferred to larger centres in Trois-Rivières.
• Bring coins or a payment card for the on-site paid parking lot — check current rates on ciusssmcq.ca ahead of your visit.
• Mental health emergencies in the region may be directed to the dedicated Hôpital en santé mentale de la Mauricie, located separately at 1705 avenue Georges in Shawinigan — ask staff if you are unsure of the right facility.

What to Bring

• Provincial health insurance card (RAMQ card)
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications and dosages
• List of known allergies
• Any relevant medical records or recent test results
• Contact information for your family doctor or specialist
• Cash or payment card for parking
• Snacks, water, and a phone charger for potential wait times

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 Quebec health data. Actual wait times may vary.

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