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Hôpital de Maniwaki is the primary acute care facility serving the Vallée-de-la-Gatineau region, located at 309 Boulevard Desjardins in Maniwaki, QC. Affiliated with the CISSS de l'Outaouais (CISSSO), it offers general and specialized care including a 24/7 emergency department, intensive care, surgery, medical imaging, and a wide range of outpatient specialty services. As a community hospital with a 6-stretcher ED, it is best suited for urgent and moderately acute presentations; patients requiring complex trauma, major cardiac, or advanced stroke intervention may be stabilized here before transfer to a larger regional centre.
Services & Specialties
Emergency department (24/7), Intensive care unit (ICU), Surgery, Medical imaging, Outpatient specialized clinics, Detoxification services (no accommodation, 24/7), Dialysis and hemodialysis, Pain clinic, Contraception and emergency contraception services, Designated centre for specialized services for victims of sexual assault (adults and children, 24/7), Walk-in laboratory blood draws (Mon–Fri, 7:30–11:30 a.m., with requisition), Indigenous patient navigator (Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.), Free needle distribution program, Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) for eligible asylum seekers, Bilingual services (French and English).
Amenities
Walk-in laboratory (Mon–Fri, 7:30–11:30 a.m., medical requisition required)
For non-urgent health concerns, call 811 (option 2) before visiting — a registered nurse or social worker can advise whether an ER visit is necessary.
If you are an Indigenous patient, an on-site navigator is available Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You can reach them by phone, text, or email to request support before or during your visit.
Need lab work? Walk-in blood draws are available Monday to Friday from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. — bring a valid medical requisition from your doctor.
With only 6 stretcher beds in the ED, wait times can be affected quickly during busy periods. Arrive as early in the day as possible for less urgent concerns.
Some physicians at Hôpital de Maniwaki participate in the federal Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP), which may cover eligible refugee claimants and asylum seekers — ask at registration if this applies to you.
What to Bring
Valid provincial health card (RAMQ card for Quebec residents)
Government-issued photo ID
List of all current medications, including dosages
Any relevant medical records, test results, or imaging if you have them
Medical requisition if attending for walk-in lab services
Contact information for your family doctor or specialist
Method of payment for any applicable fees (parking, prescriptions, etc.)
Warm clothing or a light jacket — ER waiting areas can be cool
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the phone number for Hôpital de Maniwaki?
You can reach Hôpital de Maniwaki at 819-449-2300, or toll-free at 1-844-449-2300.
Does Hôpital de Maniwaki offer services in English?
Yes. Services at Hôpital de Maniwaki are provided in both French and English.
Is there an Indigenous patient navigator at Hôpital de Maniwaki?
Yes. An Indigenous patient navigator is available on-site Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Patients can request support by phone, text, or email before or during their visit.
Does Hôpital de Maniwaki have a sexual assault support service?
Yes. The hospital is a designated centre offering specialized services for victims of sexual assault for both adults and children, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Can I get blood work done at Hôpital de Maniwaki without an appointment?
Yes. Walk-in laboratory blood draws are available Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., excluding holidays. You must bring a valid medical requisition from your physician.
What happens if my condition is too complex for Hôpital de Maniwaki's emergency department?
As a community hospital with a 6-stretcher emergency department, Hôpital de Maniwaki is equipped to stabilize patients with serious conditions. Those requiring advanced trauma care, major cardiac intervention, or complex stroke treatment may be transferred to a larger regional centre after initial stabilization.