What is the current ER wait time at HÔPITAL ET CHSLD DE PAPINEAU?

The current emergency room wait time at HÔPITAL ET CHSLD DE PAPINEAU is approximately 8h 53m. This is ERstat's estimate, updated every 15 minutes from the hospital's own published figure. ERstat is independent of the hospital.

Is HÔPITAL ET CHSLD DE PAPINEAU ER open right now?

Yes, HÔPITAL ET CHSLD DE PAPINEAU emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What are the nearest emergency departments to HÔPITAL ET CHSLD DE PAPINEAU?

The nearest emergency departments to HÔPITAL ET CHSLD DE PAPINEAU are: HÔPITAL MONTFORT HOSPITAL — 24 km away; HÔPITAL DE GATINEAU — 24 km away (current wait: 12h 41m); THE OTTAWA HOSPITAL/L'HÔPITAL D'OTTAWA - GENERAL CAMPUS — 28 km away; Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario — 28 km away; HÔPITAL DE HULL — 31 km away (current wait: 12h 25m). Current wait times are available at erstat.ca.

When is the best time to visit HÔPITAL ET CHSLD DE PAPINEAU emergency room?

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

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Hôpital et CHSLD de Papineau

Open 24 hours.

3h 57m

About usualfor a Wednesday night

ERstat estimate if you leave now

Hospital posts 8h 53m for a whole visit, ours to see a doctor · steady to 1:45 a.m. · How accurate?

19 waiting

8 people have said how busy it was

Open 24 hours.

3h 57m

About usualfor a Wednesday night

To see a doctor if you leave now

Steady until 1:45 a.m. · Hospital posts 8h 53m for a whole visitDetails

3h 57m is ERstat’s estimate of the time from arriving to seeing a doctor, for when you would get there. The hospital’s 8h 53m is the whole visit, from arriving to leaving, so the two measure different things.

In the ER now: 19 waiting.

About usual compares the hospital’s posted wait right now (8h 53m) with its own average for a Wednesday night over the last 8 weeks (8h).

Updated 12:00 a.m. EST.

8 people have said how busy it was

How accurate is ERstat? · How the estimate works

3h ago: 10 to 19 in the waiting room

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In an emergency, call 911. ERstat is independent. Hospital staff can’t confirm waits by phone.

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Call the hospital (819) 986-3341 Directions 155 Rue Maclaren Est, Gatineau, QC

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

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Mondays 8am avg ~3h 27m

Longest wait Tuesdays 7pm avg ~8h 56m

Nearby Alternatives

HÔPITAL MONTFORT HOSPITAL

Ottawa · 24 km away

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HÔPITAL DE GATINEAU

Gatineau · 24 km away

12h 41m

The Ottawa Hospital - General Campus

Ottawa · 28 km away

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Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario

Ottawa · 28 km away

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HÔPITAL DE HULL

Gatineau · 31 km away

12h 25m

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About HÔPITAL ET CHSLD DE PAPINEAU

Hôpital et CHSLD de Papineau is a 24/7 regional emergency facility located in the Buckingham sector of Gatineau, Quebec, serving eastern Gatineau and the broader Papineau MRC as the primary emergency destination for that community. As part of the CISSS de l'Outaouais network, it provides acute emergency care, an intensive care unit, hemodialysis, and a wide range of diagnostic and clinical services for adults. The hospital also functions as a designated sexual assault care centre and operates a long-term care (CHSLD) component, making it a comprehensive healthcare hub for the region.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department (walk-in any hour), Intensive Care Unit (ICU) — 6 beds on 3rd floor, Satellite hemodialysis unit (nephrology), Electrocardiogram (ECG), Radiology and fluoroscopy, Mammography, Specimen collection and laboratory services, Designated sexual assault care centre, Wound care (dressing changes and follow-up), Emergency oral contraception, End-of-life care, Used needle recovery program, Long-term care (CHSLD) for non-autonomous elderly and individuals with disabilities, Bilingual services (French and English).

Amenities

Bilingual services (French and English)
General visiting hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Structured visiting windows for ICU and hemodialysis unit
Contact hospital directly for cafeteria, ATM, pharmacy, and Wi-Fi details: 819-986-3341

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Tips Before You Go

Hôpital de Papineau is the designated emergency destination for most adults in eastern Gatineau and the Papineau MRC — if you are in the Buckingham area, this is your primary ER.
Children aged 0–17, pregnant women, and those with urgent mental health needs are generally directed to the Gatineau Hospital rather than Papineau — call 819-986-3341 if you are unsure where to go.
The hospital is a designated sexual assault care centre — specialized, confidential services are available directly through the ER at any hour.
Services are provided in both French and English, so do not hesitate to request care in your preferred language upon arrival.

What to Bring

Quebec health insurance card (carte d'assurance maladie / RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
Any relevant medical history documents or recent test results
Provincial drug insurance card or private insurance information
Emergency contact name and phone number
Personal comfort items for potential waiting periods (water bottle, phone charger, snacks)
Glasses, hearing aids, or mobility aids if applicable

Parking

Specific parking details for Hôpital de Papineau are not listed in CISSS de l'Outaouais public sources.

Getting There

Hôpital de Papineau is accessible by Gatineau's public transit network (STO), with stops on Rue Maclaren Est directly in front of the hospital. Use the STO online trip planner to find the best route from your location in the Buckingham sector or greater Gatineau area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the emergency department at Hôpital de Papineau open 24 hours?

Yes. The emergency department at Hôpital de Papineau is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with walk-in access available at any hour of the day or night.

Should I go to Hôpital de Papineau or Gatineau Hospital for my emergency?

For most adults in eastern Gatineau and the Papineau MRC, Hôpital de Papineau is the primary emergency destination. However, children aged 0–17, pregnant women, and individuals with urgent mental health needs are generally directed to Gatineau Hospital. If you are unsure, call 819-986-3341 for guidance.

Does Hôpital de Papineau offer services in English?

Yes. Bilingual services in both French and English are a confirmed feature of Hôpital de Papineau. You may request care in your preferred language upon arrival.

Is Hôpital de Papineau a designated sexual assault care centre?

Yes. Hôpital de Papineau is an officially designated centre for victims of sexual assault, offering specialized and confidential care through the emergency department at any hour.

Does Hôpital de Papineau have an intensive care unit (ICU)?

Yes. The hospital has a 6-bed intensive care unit located on the 3rd floor. ICU clients are directed to the appropriate CISSS de l'Outaouais facility based on their care needs and place of residence.

How do I get to Hôpital de Papineau by public transit?

The hospital is located at 155 Rue Maclaren Est in the Buckingham sector of Gatineau. Gatineau's STO transit network serves this street directly. Use the STO online trip planner at sto.ca to find the best route from your location.

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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 ERstat’s estimates, built from what hospitals publish, or from our model where a hospital publishes no wait. They are not the hospital’s own figures. Actual waits may vary.

We check our accuracy every night against what hospitals later post. Forecasting two hours ahead, our estimate is typically off by 32 minutes. See the accuracy scorecard, or how we work the number out.

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