What is the current ER wait time at CH DU GRANIT?

The current emergency room wait time at CH DU GRANIT is approximately 2h 25m. This is updated every 15 minutes using official Quebec health data.

Is CH DU GRANIT ER open right now?

Yes, CH DU GRANIT emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What are the nearest emergency departments to CH DU GRANIT?

The nearest emergency departments to CH DU GRANIT are: HÔPITAL DE SAINT-GEORGES — 60 km away (current wait: 2h 54m); CSSS DE BEAUCE — 61 km away; Hôpital de Thetford — 65 km away (current wait: 1h 56m); CHUS - HÔPITAL FLEURIMONT — 77 km away (current wait: 8h 1m); CHUS - HÔTEL-DIEU DE SHERBROOKE — 79 km away (current wait: 4h 45m). Current wait times are available at erstat.ca.

When is the best time to visit CH DU GRANIT emergency room?

ERstat tracks historical wait time patterns at CH DU GRANIT. Generally, early morning weekday hours tend to be quieter at most Canadian ERs. Check the 12-hour forecast on erstat.ca for CH DU GRANIT to plan your visit.

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CH DU GRANIT

Open 24 hours. About 2h 25m if you walk in now.

Current ER wait

2h 25m

1 waiting

In an emergency, call 911.

Call the hospital (819) 583-2919 Directions 3569 Rue Laval, Lac-Mégantic, QC

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Non-emergency options

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12-Hour Forecast

2h25

7am

1h49

8am

0h58

9am

0h58

10am

1h12

11am

2h24

12pm

1h44

1pm

1h20

2pm

1h11

3pm

1h24

4pm

2h14

5pm

3h46

6pm

Projected from this ER’s typical pattern and the current wait.

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Mondays 3pm avg ~55m

Longest wait Tuesdays 2pm avg ~9h 17m

Nearby Alternatives

HÔPITAL DE SAINT-GEORGES

Saint-Georges · 60 km away

2h 54m

CSSS DE BEAUCE

Saint-Georges · 61 km away

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Hôpital de Thetford

Thetford Mines · 65 km away

1h 56m

CHUS - HÔPITAL FLEURIMONT

Sherbrooke · 77 km away

8h 1m

CHUS - HÔTEL-DIEU DE SHERBROOKE

Sherbrooke · 79 km away

4h 45m

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About CH DU GRANIT

CH du Granit is a general and specialized care hospital (CHSGS) located at 3569 Rue Laval in Lac-Mégantic, Quebec, serving the Granit region of Estrie as part of the CIUSSS de l'Estrie – CHUS network. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with a small community ED suited for urgent and emergent care needs of the rural Mégantic population. Patients requiring highly complex or critical interventions may be referred to larger centres such as CHUS Fleurimont in Sherbrooke.

Services & Specialties

Emergency medicine (24/7), Family medicine, Internal medicine, Cardiology, General surgery, Minor surgery, Anesthesiology, Gynecology, Neurology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, Medical biochemistry, Medical microbiology and infectiology, On-site laboratory and blood collection centre, Occupational therapy, Inhalation therapy, Physiotherapy and kinesiology, Dietetics and nutrition, Social adaptation services, Equipment loan (crutches, wheelchairs), CLSC (community health centre) on-site, Long-term care unit (CHSLD) on-site.

Amenities

On-site CLSC (community health centre)
On-site CHSLD (long-term care unit)
Laboratory and blood collection centre
Equipment loan service (crutches, wheelchairs)
Bilingual services (French and English)

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Tips Before You Go

CH du Granit's ED has 5 stretcher beds — it is a small community emergency department, so arriving for non-life-threatening concerns during off-peak hours (mid-morning on weekdays) may mean shorter waits.
For lab work, an on-site blood collection centre is available; walk-in service is offered on Fridays, while other days require an appointment.
Services are provided in both French and English — let staff know your language preference upon arrival.
If you require highly specialized or complex care, be aware that CH du Granit may refer you to CHUS Fleurimont in Sherbrooke for advanced treatment.
Call 819-583-0330 ahead of your visit to confirm parking, amenities, or any specific service availability before travelling to the hospital.

What to Bring

Quebec health insurance card (RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
Any relevant medical records or recent test results
Provincial drug insurance information or private insurance card
Contact information for your family doctor or specialist
Comfort items for potential wait times (water bottle, snack, phone charger)
A trusted person to accompany you if possible, especially for complex concerns

Parking

Specific parking details are not publicly listed for CH du Granit. Surface parking is typical for hospitals of this type in smaller Quebec cities. Contact the hospital directly at 819-583-0330 to confirm parking arrangements, accessibility spaces, and any associated costs.

Getting There

No specific public transit routes or bus stops serving CH du Granit have been identified. Lac-Mégantic is a small city and most patients arrive by personal vehicle. Contact local transit authorities or the hospital at 819-583-0330 for transportation assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the phone number for CH du Granit's emergency department?

The emergency department at CH du Granit can be reached at 819-583-0330. The ED is located at 3569 Rue Laval, Lac-Mégantic, QC.

Does CH du Granit offer services in English?

Yes. CH du Granit provides services in both French and English. Let staff know your preferred language upon arrival.

Is there a CLSC or walk-in clinic at CH du Granit for non-emergency needs?

Yes. An on-site CLSC (community health centre) is located at the same address — 3569 Rue Laval — and offers first-line and community health services that may be appropriate for non-emergency medical needs.

Can I get blood work done at CH du Granit without visiting the ER?

Yes. An on-site laboratory and blood collection centre is available at 3569 Rue Laval. Walk-in service is offered on Fridays; appointments are required on other days. Contact the hospital at 819-583-0330 for scheduling.

What happens if my condition requires care beyond what CH du Granit can provide?

As part of the CIUSSS de l'Estrie – CHUS network, patients requiring advanced or highly specialized care may be transferred to CHUS Fleurimont in Sherbrooke, which serves as the regional university hospital centre for complex cases.

Which health network does CH du Granit belong to?

CH du Granit is part of the CIUSSS de l'Estrie – Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke (CHUS) network, one of Quebec's major integrated university health networks. It is classified as a CHSGS (Centre hospitalier de soins généraux et spécialisés) serving the Granit region of Estrie.

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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.

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.

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