What is the current ER wait time at HÔPITAL DE ROUYN-NORANDA?

The current emergency room wait time at HÔPITAL DE ROUYN-NORANDA is approximately 11h 50m. This is updated every 15 minutes using official Quebec health data.

Is HÔPITAL DE ROUYN-NORANDA ER open right now?

Yes, HÔPITAL DE ROUYN-NORANDA emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What are the nearest emergency departments to HÔPITAL DE ROUYN-NORANDA?

The nearest emergency departments to HÔPITAL DE ROUYN-NORANDA are: CH LA SARRE — 62 km away; HÔPITAL PSYCHIATRIQUE DE MALARTIC — 67 km away; HÔPITAL D'AMOS — 76 km away (current wait: 6h 39m); CSSS LES ESKERS DE L'ABITIBI — 76 km away; Englehart and District Hospital Inc. — 79 km away (current wait: 30m). Current wait times are available at erstat.ca.

When is the best time to visit HÔPITAL DE ROUYN-NORANDA emergency room?

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

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HÔPITAL DE ROUYN-NORANDA

4 9E Rue, Rouyn-Noranda, QC (819) 764-5131

Current ER wait

11h 50m

30 waiting

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Non-emergency options

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12-Hour Forecast

11h50

10pm

12h32

11pm

11h40

12am

12h34

1am

13h4

2am

11h48

3am

12h3

4am

11h33

5am

11h4

6am

10h57

7am

10h

8am

9h58

9am

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

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Mondays 12pm avg ~1h 33m

Longest wait Tuesdays 7pm avg ~7h 59m

Nearby Alternatives

CH LA SARRE

La Sarre · 62 km away

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HÔPITAL PSYCHIATRIQUE DE MALARTIC

Malartic · 67 km away

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HÔPITAL D'AMOS

Amos · 76 km away

6h 39m

CSSS LES ESKERS DE L'ABITIBI

Amos · 76 km away

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Englehart and District Hospital Inc.

Englehart · 79 km away

30m

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About HÔPITAL DE ROUYN-NORANDA

Hôpital de Rouyn-Noranda is the primary acute care hospital serving Rouyn-Noranda and the broader Abitibi-Témiscamingue region, located approximately 600 km north of Montreal. As a Centre hospitalier de soins généraux et spécialisés (CHSGS) within the CISSS de l'Abitibi-Témiscamingue network, it provides 24/7 emergency care, inpatient services, obstetrics, psychiatry, and a range of specialized outpatient programs. With approximately 30,000 emergency visits per year and around 50 family medicine doctors and 40 specialists on staff, this 62-bed regional hospital is the go-to facility for urgent and complex care needs in the Rouyn-Noranda area.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Inpatient hospitalization, Obstetrics and in-hospital delivery, Psychiatry and mental health services (McGill University accredited training site), Detoxification services, Sexual assault centre (adults and youth 14–17, available 24/7), Assistance for victims of criminal acts, Outpatient specialty clinics, Cancer screening services, Needle and injection material distribution (free), Wheelchair, crutch, and cane loan/rental, French and English language services.

Amenities

Wheelchair emergency loan program
Crutch and cane rental
Free needle and injection material distribution
Bilingual services (French and English)

Other Care Options

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Tips Before You Go

If you need assistance in English, staff at Hôpital de Rouyn-Noranda can serve you — both French and English services are available.
Both the Green and Orange city bus lines stop directly at the hospital and are fare-free, but weekend bus service is limited to morning and evening windows, so plan your return trip in advance.
Wheelchair loans are available on-site in an emergency — ask staff at the entrance if you need mobility assistance upon arrival.
For non-emergency sexual assault support, the hospital operates a 24/7 designated centre for adults and youth aged 14–17 — a dedicated resource for those who need it.
If you are travelling from a remote community in Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Hôpital de Rouyn-Noranda is the main regional acute care hub — call 819-764-5131 ahead of time to confirm availability of the specific specialist you need.

What to Bring

Provincial health insurance card (Carte d'assurance maladie / RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, including dosages
List of known allergies
Contact information for your family doctor or specialist
Phone charger or portable battery pack
Snacks and water for potentially long waits
A warm layer — hospital waiting areas can be cool

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the phone number for Hôpital de Rouyn-Noranda?

You can reach Hôpital de Rouyn-Noranda at 819-764-5131. The hospital is located at 4, 9e Rue, Rouyn-Noranda, QC J9X 2B2.

Is the emergency department at Hôpital de Rouyn-Noranda open overnight?

Yes. The emergency department at Hôpital de Rouyn-Noranda is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including all holidays.

Can I get services in English at this hospital?

Yes. Hôpital de Rouyn-Noranda provides services in both French and English, so English-speaking patients can be accommodated.

Does Hôpital de Rouyn-Noranda have a sexual assault support centre?

Yes. The hospital operates a designated 24/7 sexual assault centre offering specialized services for adults and youth between 14 and 17 years old. It also provides assistance for victims of criminal acts.

How do I get to Hôpital de Rouyn-Noranda by public transit?

Both city bus lines — Circuit 1 (Green) and Circuit 2 (Orange) — stop directly at the hospital. The service is free of charge. On weekdays, buses run from 7:00 a.m. to 9:35 p.m. Weekend service is split: 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 9:35 p.m.

What network does Hôpital de Rouyn-Noranda belong to?

The hospital is part of the Centre intégré de santé et des services sociaux de l'Abitibi-Témiscamingue (CISSS-AT), the integrated health and social services authority for the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region of Quebec.

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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.

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