The Emergency Department at Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins in Cowansville, Quebec operates 24/7 as a Level 2 Trauma Centre, providing a higher standard of emergency and trauma care than most community hospitals in the region. Serving 22 municipalities across the Brome-Missisquoi area — situated between Montreal and Sherbrooke, just north of the Vermont border — this hospital is the primary acute care facility for a large rural and semi-urban catchment area. Patients requiring emergency care, trauma response, surgical intervention, or specialized medicine will find full-service capabilities here, supported by a medical team of over 150 physicians, specialists, and pharmacists.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Level 2 Trauma Centre, General surgery, Specialized medicine, Medical imaging (X-ray, CT, etc.), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Obstetrics and birthing services, Cancer care (oncology), Orthopedics, Operating Room, Long-term care (CHSLD), Pharmacy services, Bilingual services (French and English).
Amenities
BMP Hospital Auxiliaries Boutique (volunteer-operated since 1955)
Wheelchair accessible facilities
On-site parking
Contact hospital directly at 450-266-4342 for cafeteria, ATM, Wi-Fi, and chapel availability
Hôpital BMP is a Level 2 Trauma Centre — if you are experiencing a serious injury or medical emergency, this facility has advanced trauma capabilities beyond a typical community ER.
Services are available in both French and English, reflecting the bilingual character of the Brome-Missisquoi region. Do not hesitate to request service in your preferred language.
The ED has a functional capacity of 16 stretchers. During peak periods, patients with non-life-threatening conditions may experience longer waits — check real-time wait estimates before leaving home when your condition allows.
If you are travelling from one of the 22 outlying municipalities in Brome-Missisquoi, call 911 for life-threatening emergencies rather than driving yourself. The hospital is the regional trauma hub.
For non-emergency concerns, ask about available walk-in or clinic options in Cowansville to help keep the ER available for urgent and trauma cases.
What to Bring
Quebec health insurance card (carte d'assurance maladie / RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records, referral letters, or recent test results
Provincial health coverage information or private insurance details
Emergency contact name and phone number
Comfortable clothing and a warm layer — ERs can be cool
Snacks, water, and entertainment for potential wait times
Parking
On-site parking is available for patients and visitors at 950 Rue Principale. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Specific parking rates were not confirmed — contact the hospital at 450-266-4342 for current fee details.
Getting There
No confirmed public transit routes serve the hospital directly. Cowansville is a smaller city; patients relying on public transportation should consult MRC Brome-Missisquoi regional transport services or contact the hospital at 450-266-4342 for guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins emergency department open all night?
Yes. The Emergency Department at Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including overnight hours, weekends, and statutory holidays.
What level of trauma care does Hôpital BMP provide?
Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins is designated a Level 2 Trauma Centre, meaning it can handle serious and complex trauma cases. This makes it a more capable facility than many community hospitals in rural Quebec, and the appropriate destination for major injuries in the Brome-Missisquoi region.
Can I be seen in English at this hospital?
Yes. Given the bilingual nature of the Brome-Missisquoi region, services are available in both French and English. You may request care in your preferred language.
How many municipalities does Hôpital BMP serve?
The hospital serves 22 municipalities across the Brome-Missisquoi region, making it the primary hospital for a large rural and semi-urban population situated between Montreal and Sherbrooke, near the Quebec–Vermont border.
Is Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins accredited?
Yes. The hospital holds accreditation from both Accreditation Canada and the Conseil québécois d'agrément (CAQ), reflecting its adherence to national and provincial quality and safety standards.
What health network does Hôpital BMP belong to?
Hôpital Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins is part of the CIUSSS de l'Estrie – Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke (CHUS) network, connecting it to a broader regional health system for specialist referrals and coordinated care.
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.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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