HÔPITAL NOTRE-DAME

Location & Access

1560 Rue Sherbrooke Est, Montréal, QC H2L 4M1

The emergency entrance is located on Rue Plessis. The main parking lot (Stationnement Hôpital Notre-Dame) is at 2125–2205 Rue Plessis. A reduced parking rate is available for eligible patients upon completing a form, and family members of hospitalized patients may qualify for free parking with a form signed by hospital staff. For current rates and eligibility, contact the hospital directly at 514-413-8777.

The hospital is accessible by STM Métro and bus. Take the Green Line to Métro Sherbrooke and board Bus 24 eastbound, or take the Green Line to Métro Papineau and board Bus 45 northbound. The hospital is situated on Sherbrooke Street East in Ville-Marie, directly across from Parc La Fontaine.

About HÔPITAL NOTRE-DAME

Hôpital Notre-Dame, located at 1560 Rue Sherbrooke Est in downtown Montréal, operates a 24/7 emergency department serving the local community with triage, stabilization, investigation, and treatment services. Now functioning as a community general hospital under the CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal, the facility offers a broad range of specialized clinics and diagnostic services for adults and children. Patients requiring emergency medical attention, urgent care, or access to specialized services such as cardiology, neurology, or detoxification will find comprehensive care at this historic Montréal institution.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department with full triage and stabilization, Radiology: MRI, CT scan, X-ray, and ultrasound, Cardiology and electrophysiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Ear, nose and throat (ENT / otolaryngology), Gynecology, Pediatrics, Audiology and speech therapy, Physical therapy and occupational therapy, Respiratory physiology, Nutrition services, Detoxification services and Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT) via the on-site Relay clinic, Emergency detoxification for severe withdrawal or poisoning, Day medicine and nursing services, Blood test centre (Centre des Prélèvements) by appointment.

Amenities

• Medical laboratory (Centre des Prélèvements) in Pavillon Deschamps
• Gastroenterology clinic in Pavillon Lachapelle
• Multi-pavilion campus: Pavillons Mailloux, Deschamps, and Lachapelle
• On-site Relay clinic for addiction and OAT services
• Contact the hospital at 514-413-8777 or visit ciusss-centresudmtl.gouv.qc.ca for updated cafeteria, pharmacy, ATM, and Wi-Fi information

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. Generally, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to be less busy than evenings, weekends, and Monday mornings. For non-life-threatening concerns, earlier in the day on a weekday is typically your best option.

Busier times: Without historical wait data, general guidance applies: evenings (after 5 PM), Friday nights, weekends, and holidays typically see higher emergency department volumes across Montréal hospitals. If your situation is urgent but not immediately life-threatening, avoiding these peak windows when possible may reduce your wait.

Tips Before You Go

• The emergency entrance is on Rue Plessis — not the main Sherbrooke Street entrance — so plan your route accordingly, especially if arriving by car or taxi.
• Services at Hôpital Notre-Dame are offered primarily in French; if you require English-language assistance, inform staff at triage so accommodations can be arranged.
• The ED has approximately 35 stretcher spaces and occupancy can exceed capacity during peak periods — consider checking real-time wait times before arriving if your condition is non-life-threatening.
• If you need the blood test centre (Centre des Prélèvements), note it operates Monday to Friday, 7:00–15:00 by appointment only and is separate from emergency services.
• Patients seeking detoxification support or opioid agonist therapy can access the on-site Relay clinic, which also handles emergency detox for severe withdrawal or poisoning cases.

What to Bring

• Valid provincial health insurance card (carte d'assurance maladie / RAMQ card)
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of all current medications, including dosages
• List of known allergies (medications, foods, latex)
• Any relevant medical records, recent test results, or imaging
• Emergency contact name and phone number
• Method of payment for parking
• Comfortable clothing and a book or device for potential wait times

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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