What is the current ER wait time at HÔPITAL PIERRE-BOUCHER?

The current emergency room wait time at HÔPITAL PIERRE-BOUCHER is approximately 11h 14m. This is updated every 15 minutes using official Quebec health data.

Is HÔPITAL PIERRE-BOUCHER ER open right now?

Yes, HÔPITAL PIERRE-BOUCHER emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What are the nearest emergency departments to HÔPITAL PIERRE-BOUCHER?

The nearest emergency departments to HÔPITAL PIERRE-BOUCHER are: HÔPITAL CHARLES-LE MOYNE — 5 km away (current wait: 13h 2m); CENTRE DE SERVICES POUR LES AÎNÉS DE SAINT-LAMBERT — 6 km away; CLSC DE HOCHELAGA-MAISONNEUVE — 7 km away; CLSC OLIVIER-GUIMOND — 8 km away; CLSC DE MERCIER-EST — 10 km away. Current wait times are available at erstat.ca.

When is the best time to visit HÔPITAL PIERRE-BOUCHER emergency room?

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

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HÔPITAL PIERRE-BOUCHER

1333 Boulevard Jacques-Cartier Est, Longueuil, QC (450) 468-8111

Current ER wait

11h 14m

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12-Hour Forecast

11h14

1am

10h38

2am

10h33

3am

10h8

4am

10h19

5am

9h48

6am

9h18

7am

8h45

8am

8h36

9am

8h27

10am

8h18

11am

7h27

12pm

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

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Tuesdays 1pm avg ~6h 14m

Longest wait Saturdays 9pm avg ~13h 39m

Nearby Alternatives

HÔPITAL CHARLES-LE MOYNE

Longueuil · 5 km away

13h 2m

CENTRE DE SERVICES POUR LES AÎNÉS DE SAINT-LAMBERT

Saint-Lambert · 6 km away

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CLSC DE HOCHELAGA-MAISONNEUVE

Montréal · 7 km away

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CLSC OLIVIER-GUIMOND

Montréal · 8 km away

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CLSC DE MERCIER-EST

Montréal · 10 km away

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About HÔPITAL PIERRE-BOUCHER

Hôpital Pierre-Boucher is a 329-bed regional hospital serving approximately 245,000 residents across eastern Longueuil, Boucherville, Varennes, Sainte-Julie, and surrounding communities. Its emergency department operates 24/7 and handles approximately 55,000 visits per year, making it one of the higher-volume EDs on Montréal's South Shore. The hospital offers general, specialized, and ultra-specialized care including obstetrics, pediatrics, oncology, surgery, and psychiatry, and is part of the CISSS de la Montérégie-Est network.

Services & Specialties

Emergency medicine (24/7), General and specialized surgery, Obstetrics and maternity care (~3,400 births/year), Pediatrics and Regional Specialized Pediatric Centre, Oncology, General psychiatry and detoxification, Psychiatric outpatient clinic, Palliative care, Physiotherapy and occupational therapy, Sleep clinic, Medical imaging and radiology, Medical teaching and internship program.

Amenities

Cafeteria (La Bouchée) — ground floor, open daily 6:45 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Main admissions/reception desk — ground-floor hall, open Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (excluding holidays)
Emergency reception available outside regular admissions hours
Services available in both French and English

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Tips Before You Go

With roughly 55,000 visits per year, the ED is high-volume — arrive early in the morning on weekdays if your condition is non-urgent to face shorter waits.
If you require higher-acuity care such as complex trauma or advanced cardiac intervention, you may be transferred to the nearby Hôpital Charles-LeMoyne — knowing this in advance can help you plan.
Bring exact change or a debit card for parking. The first two hours are free, but longer stays are charged. Move your car or top up before your free period expires.
The main admissions desk closes at 4:00 p.m. on weekdays — outside those hours, go directly to the emergency department reception for registration and direction.
Do not leave valuables unattended during your stay. The hospital advises patients to keep personal belongings secure at all times.

What to Bring

Provincial health insurance card (carte d'assurance maladie / RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
Any relevant medical history, referral letters, or recent test results
Payment method for parking (debit or small change)
Phone charger or portable battery pack for longer waits
Comfortable clothing and a light layer — waiting areas can be cool
Snacks and water for accompanying family members, as wait times can be lengthy

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Hôpital Pierre-Boucher have a pediatric emergency service?

Yes. The hospital hosts a Regional Specialized Pediatric Centre (Centre régional spécialisé pédiatrique), making it well-equipped to handle pediatric emergencies for children in the eastern Longueuil region and surrounding communities.

What happens if I need a higher level of care than Hôpital Pierre-Boucher can provide?

Patients requiring more advanced care — such as complex trauma or specialized cardiac procedures — are transferred to Hôpital Charles-LeMoyne, a larger tertiary facility located nearby on the South Shore.

How do I get to Hôpital Pierre-Boucher by public transit from Montréal?

Take the Montréal Metro Yellow Line to Longueuil–Université-de-Sherbrooke station, then board an RTL bus at Terminus Longueuil. Buses run approximately every 15 minutes and stop at Béliveau / Jacques-Cartier E., about a 1-minute walk from the hospital — the total journey takes roughly 25 minutes from Terminus Longueuil.

Is parking free at Hôpital Pierre-Boucher?

The first two hours of parking are free. After that, parking costs $6 for 2 to 4 hours and $10 for a full day. Rates are set by CISSS de la Montérégie-Est, so it's worth confirming current prices before your visit by calling (450) 468-8111.

What communities does Hôpital Pierre-Boucher serve?

The hospital is the primary regional health centre for approximately 245,000 people across Le Vieux-Longueuil, Boucherville, Varennes, Verchères, Sainte-Julie, Saint-Amable, Calixa-Lavallée, and Contrecoeur.

Are services available in English at Hôpital Pierre-Boucher?

Yes. While the hospital primarily operates in French, services are available in both English and French to accommodate patients across the region.

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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 estimates based on Quebec health data. Actual wait times may vary.

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