Quieter times: As a referral-based specialized facility, visits are typically scheduled in advance through a physician. Contact the hospital or your referring doctor to arrange appointments during regular administrative hours for the smoothest experience.
Busier times: Walk-in visits without a referral are not supported at this facility. Arriving without prior arrangement may result in being redirected to another institution. Avoid presenting here expecting acute or emergency care.
Hôpital Mont Sinaï, located at 5690 Boulevard Cavendish in Côte-Saint-Luc, QC, is a 107-bed McGill University–affiliated specialized hospital focused on respiratory care, palliative care, and long-term care — not a general emergency department. As a public institution under the CIUSSS du Centre-Ouest-de-l'Île-de-Montréal network, it accepts patients referred by physicians from across Quebec. Individuals requiring urgent or emergency medical attention should proceed to a full-service emergency department such as the Jewish General Hospital or St. Mary's Hospital Center.
Services & Specialties
Respiratory Care, Palliative Care Unit, Long-Term Care, Sleep Apnea Clinic, Asthma and COPD Management Centre, Rehabilitation Services, Family Medicine (outpatient), End-of-Life Care, Home Care Services (catchment area), Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Music Therapy, Nutritional Services, Pastoral Care, Bilingual Services (French and English).
Amenities
Kosher food available
"Magic Moments" program by the Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation
This facility does not have a public emergency room — if you need emergency care, go directly to the Jewish General Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital Center, or the MUHC Glen Site.
Most services at Hôpital Mont Sinaï require a physician referral; call your doctor or 811 (Info-Santé) before visiting to confirm eligibility.
The hospital offers bilingual services in both French and English, so patients comfortable in either language are well accommodated.
Parking is available off Heywood Rd.; if the lot is full, street parking on nearby roads is an option.
For questions about palliative home care services in the Mount Sinai catchment area, contact the hospital directly at 514-369-2222 to learn if you qualify.
What to Bring
Provincial health insurance card (RAMQ card)
Physician referral letter or documentation
List of current medications and dosages
Valid photo identification
Contact information for your family doctor or specialist
Personal comfort items for longer stays (e.g., long-term or palliative admissions)
Insurance information if applicable
Any relevant medical records or recent test results
Parking
A paid parking lot is available with the entrance on Heywood Rd., at the corner of Heywood Rd. and Cavendish Blvd. Street parking is also available on surrounding streets. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Contact the hospital at 514-369-2222 for current parking rates.
Getting There
Hôpital Mont Sinaï is accessible via STM bus routes 161 and 162, with the nearest stops (Heywood / No 5690 and Cavendish / Heywood) approximately 160–185 metres away — about a 3-minute walk. Métro Plamondon (Orange Line) is roughly 1,176 metres away (approx. 16-minute walk), and Métro Snowdon is approximately 1,928 metres away (approx. 25-minute walk).
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Hôpital Mont Sinaï have an emergency room?
No. Hôpital Mont Sinaï does not operate a public emergency department. It is a specialized hospital focused on respiratory, palliative, and long-term care. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911 or proceed to the nearest full-service emergency department such as the Jewish General Hospital or St. Mary's Hospital Center.
What conditions does Hôpital Mont Sinaï specialize in?
The hospital specializes in respiratory conditions (including asthma and COPD), palliative and end-of-life care, and long-term care for patients with chronic or life-limiting illnesses. It also offers a Sleep Apnea Clinic and outpatient rehabilitation services.
Do I need a referral to receive care at Hôpital Mont Sinaï?
Yes. Hôpital Mont Sinaï is a referral-based institution. Most services require a physician referral. Patients are typically referred by doctors from across Quebec. Contact your family physician or specialist to initiate a referral.
Is Hôpital Mont Sinaï affiliated with a university?
Yes. Hôpital Mont Sinaï is affiliated with McGill University and is part of the CIUSSS du Centre-Ouest-de-l'Île-de-Montréal health network. It has a history of research and academic involvement alongside its clinical care mission.
How do I get to Hôpital Mont Sinaï by public transit?
You can reach the hospital via STM bus routes 161 or 162, with stops just a 3-minute walk away. The nearest métro station is Plamondon on the Orange Line, approximately a 16-minute walk from the hospital. Métro Snowdon is also accessible, roughly 25 minutes on foot.
Does Hôpital Mont Sinaï offer home care services?
Yes. The hospital provides home care for patients in its catchment area who have a life-limiting illness and compromised mobility. The team works in collaboration with CLSC nurses to offer symptom control and support. Contact the hospital at 514-369-2222 to learn more about eligibility.
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.
This hospital does not publish a live wait, so the figure above comes from our model rather than from its own feed. We publish how that model performs where it can be checked, at the hospitals that do publish. 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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