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Hôpital Pierre-Le Gardeur is a large regional general and specialized care hospital (CHSGS) located at 911 Montée des Pionniers in Terrebonne, serving the greater Lanaudière region. Its emergency department features 37 stretcher bays and operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing full-spectrum urgent and emergency care including surgery, cardiology, oncology, psychiatry, and medical imaging. As a high-capacity facility within the CISSS de Lanaudière network, it is the appropriate destination for serious, complex, or life-threatening emergencies in the Terrebonne and surrounding area.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department (37 stretcher bays), General and specialized surgery (9 operating rooms), Cardiology and ECG testing, Oncology centre, Medical imaging (MRI, diagnostic radiology), Laboratory and specimen collection, Endoscopy services, Psychiatric emergency and inpatient care, Renal replacement therapy (suppléance rénale), Palliative and end-of-life care, Detoxification services, Specialized ambulatory clinics, Outpatient services, Interpreter services and accessibility supports.
Amenities
Food services / cafeteria on site (hours not confirmed — contact hospital directly)
Visiting hours: 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily (restrictions may apply in some units)
Interpreter services available
Clear-window masks available for patients who lip-read
Hôpital Pierre-Le Gardeur is a large regional hospital — it is best suited for serious emergencies. For minor injuries or illnesses, consider a local urgent care clinic or GMF (groupe de médecine de famille) to avoid longer waits.
Use the multi-level parkade off Montée des Pionniers or Rue de la Sœur-Marie-Rose. Bring change or a payment card for paid parking.
If you are taking the bus, routes 11, 140, and 9 all stop directly at the hospital stop. Check the exo network for train connections from Gare Terrebonne.
The hospital offers interpreter services — if you or a family member needs language assistance in the emergency department, ask staff upon arrival.
If you require an endoscopy or lab appointment, these can be booked separately by phone (lab: 1-833-991-2663, Mon–Fri 7am–3pm; endoscopy: 450-654-7525 ext. 22170) and do not require an ER visit.
List of all current medications, dosages, and allergies
SAAQ disability parking permit (if applicable)
Provincial drug insurance card or private insurance information
Contact information for your family doctor or specialist
Phone charger or portable battery pack for long waits
Snacks, water, and a book or entertainment for potential wait times
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the address and phone number for Hôpital Pierre-Le Gardeur?
The hospital is located at 911 Montée des Pionniers, Terrebonne, QC J6V 2H2. You can reach them by phone at 450-654-7525 or toll-free at 1-888-654-7525.
Does the Hôpital Pierre-Le Gardeur emergency department operate 24/7?
Yes, the emergency department at Hôpital Pierre-Le Gardeur is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays.
How many ER stretcher bays does Hôpital Pierre-Le Gardeur have?
The emergency department is equipped with 37 stretcher bays, making it one of the larger emergency facilities serving the Lanaudière region.
Is Hôpital Pierre-Le Gardeur part of a regional health authority?
Yes, the hospital is operated under the Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux (CISSS) de Lanaudière, which oversees health and social services across the Lanaudière region.
Can I take public transit to Hôpital Pierre-Le Gardeur?
Yes. Several bus routes (9, 11, 11C, 40, 140, T12) stop directly at the 'Hôpital Pierre-Le Gardeur' bus stop, about a 5-minute walk from the main entrance. The Gare Terrebonne exo commuter rail station is approximately a 21-minute walk away.
Is parking available at Hôpital Pierre-Le Gardeur, and is it free?
Parking is available in a multi-level parkade with over 400 spaces, but it is paid parking. There are 66 accessible spaces reserved for holders of a valid SAAQ disability parking permit, located on a raised ground-level plateau near the main entrance. EV charging stations are also available.