What is the current ER wait time at HÔPITAL GÉNÉRAL DU LAKESHORE?

The current emergency room wait time at HÔPITAL GÉNÉRAL DU LAKESHORE is approximately 3h 41m. This is ERstat's estimate, updated every 15 minutes from the hospital's own published figure. ERstat is independent of the hospital.

Is HÔPITAL GÉNÉRAL DU LAKESHORE ER open right now?

Yes, HÔPITAL GÉNÉRAL DU LAKESHORE emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What are the nearest emergency departments to HÔPITAL GÉNÉRAL DU LAKESHORE?

The nearest emergency departments to HÔPITAL GÉNÉRAL DU LAKESHORE are: HÔPITAL EN SANTÉ MENTALE ALBERT-PRÉVOST — 12 km away; HÔPITAL DE LACHINE — 12 km away (current wait: 3h 40m); HÔPITAL ANNA-LABERGE — 13 km away (current wait: 12h 12m); HÔPITAL DU SACRÉ-CUR DE MONTRÉAL — 13 km away; HÔPITAL DE SAINT-EUSTACHE — 15 km away (current wait: 6h 1m). Current wait times are available at erstat.ca.

When is the best time to visit HÔPITAL GÉNÉRAL DU LAKESHORE emergency room?

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

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Hôpital Général du Lakeshore

Open 24 hours.

2h 30m

Quieterthan a usual Thursday morningthan usual

ERstat estimate if you leave now

Hospital posts 3h 41m for a whole visit, ours to see a doctor · rising to 11:00 a.m. · How accurate?

6 waiting

36 people have said how busy it was

Open 24 hours.

2h 30m

Quieterthan a usual Thursday morningthan usual

To see a doctor if you leave now

Rising by 11:00 a.m. · Hospital posts 3h 41m for a whole visitDetails

2h 30m is ERstat’s estimate of the time from arriving to seeing a doctor, for when you would get there. The hospital’s 3h 41m is the whole visit, from arriving to leaving, so the two measure different things.

In the ER now: 6 waiting.

Quieter than usual compares the hospital’s posted wait right now (3h 41m) with its own average for a Thursday morning over the last 8 weeks (5h).

Updated 9:05 a.m. EST.

36 people have said how busy it was

How accurate is ERstat? · How the estimate works

In an emergency, call 911.

ERstat is independent and not affiliated with this hospital. Hospital staff can’t confirm wait times by phone.

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

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Call the hospital (514) 630-2225 Directions 160 Avenue Stillview, Pointe-Claire, QC

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20 to 34 in the waiting roomHere 8h so far
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20 to 34 in the waiting roomHere 5h so far
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Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Mondays 8am avg ~2h 52m

Longest wait Mondays 8pm avg ~10h 14m

Nearby Alternatives

Hôpital Albert-Prévost

Montréal · 12 km away

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HÔPITAL DE LACHINE

Montréal · 12 km away

3h 40m

HÔPITAL ANNA-LABERGE

Châteauguay · 13 km away

12h 12m

HÔPITAL DU SACRÉ-CUR DE MONTRÉAL

Montréal · 13 km away

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HÔPITAL DE SAINT-EUSTACHE

Saint-Eustache · 15 km away

6h 1m

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About HÔPITAL GÉNÉRAL DU LAKESHORE

Lakeshore General Hospital's emergency department is one of Montreal's busiest, serving over 40,000 patients annually from the West Island region and surrounding communities. With 30 monitored stretchers, 4 isolation rooms, and 4 resuscitation rooms, this McGill University-affiliated facility delivers acute and trauma care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Situated near Highways 13, 20, 40, and 520 in Pointe-Claire, it is a primary destination for accident victims and complex medical emergencies serving a regional population of approximately 377,000.

Services & Specialties

Emergency Medicine (24/7), Trauma and accident stabilization, Resuscitation care (4 dedicated rooms), Isolation rooms for infectious cases, Medical imaging and CT scanning, Cardiology, Oncology (4,400+ treatments per year), Surgery (17,000+ procedures per year), Obstetrics and birthing centre (1,600+ births per year), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Psychiatry and short-stay mental health unit, Dialysis, Endoscopy, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Ophthalmology, ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat), Palliative care, Geriatrics, Diabetes Clinic, Day Medicine, General Surgery.

Amenities

Coffee shop (operated by hospital Auxiliary)
Gift shop (operated by hospital Auxiliary)
Book corner (operated by hospital Auxiliary)
Volunteer services in 20+ areas of the hospital

Other Care Options

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Tips Before You Go

Lakeshore General is one of Montreal's busiest emergency departments with over 40,000 annual visits — arriving prepared with all your health documents can help speed up your intake.
Services and patient charting are available in both French and English, so you can communicate comfortably in either official language.
If you are coming by car, the hospital is easily accessible from Highways 13, 20, 40, and 520 — plan your route in advance, especially during peak commute hours in the West Island.
A nursing station is located in the waiting room to monitor patients, including those at risk — don't hesitate to alert staff if your condition changes while you wait.
For non-emergency concerns, consider whether a local CLSC or walk-in clinic in the Pointe-Claire or West Island area might be appropriate before visiting the ER, to help keep the department available for urgent cases.

What to Bring

Quebec health insurance card (RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
Any relevant medical records, recent test results, or imaging
Information about allergies and past surgeries
Insurance or supplemental health coverage information
Phone charger or portable battery
Comfortable clothing and a light layer, as waiting areas can be cool

Parking

Parking is available on-site at Lakeshore General Hospital. Visitors should verify current rates and available lots upon arrival or by contacting the hospital, as parking configurations may vary. The hospital is located at 160 Avenue Stillview, Pointe-Claire.

Getting There

Lakeshore General Hospital is accessible by STM bus routes 200 and 203, which stop at Stillview / Sedgefield — just a 3-minute walk from the entrance. Additional routes serving the area include buses 217 and 382 and the VH commuter train line. The nearest train station is Gare Cedar Park, approximately a 23-minute walk away. The surrounding area also features bike paths for cyclists.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lakeshore General Hospital's emergency department open 24/7?

Yes, the emergency department at Lakeshore General Hospital in Pointe-Claire is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays.

How busy is the Lakeshore General ER?

Lakeshore General's ED is one of the busiest in Montreal, receiving over 40,000 patient visits per year. It serves a West Island population of approximately 377,000 and also treats accident victims from nearby major highways including Highways 13, 20, 40, and 520.

Can I be seen in English at Lakeshore General Hospital?

Yes. Lakeshore General Hospital offers services and patient charting in both French and English, making it one of the bilingual acute care facilities serving Montreal's West Island anglophone and francophone communities.

Is Lakeshore General Hospital a teaching hospital?

Yes. The emergency department and broader hospital are affiliated with McGill University's Department of Emergency Medicine. Medical trainees may be involved in patient care across emergency, palliative, geriatric, and ambulatory services.

What major services are available beyond the emergency department at Lakeshore General?

Lakeshore General is a full-service acute care hospital offering surgery (17,000+ procedures annually), oncology (4,400+ treatments annually), obstetrics (1,600+ births annually), an ICU, psychiatry, cardiology, dialysis, endoscopy, and numerous specialized clinics including diabetes, endocrinology, and gastroenterology.

How do I get to Lakeshore General Hospital by public transit?

STM bus routes 200 and 203 stop at Stillview / Sedgefield, a 3-minute walk from the hospital entrance. Routes 217 and 382 also serve the area. The VH commuter train line stops at Gare Cedar Park, approximately a 23-minute walk from the hospital.

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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.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

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