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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.
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.