Lachute ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · QC · Live as of 5:55 a.m. EST

Shortest in Lachute if you leave now

1h 2m Hôpital de Lachute

Avg 1h 2m · 2 waiting

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Hôpital de Lachute

24/7 · 145, avenue de la Providence

2h 54m

Lachute ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Lachute over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

Lachute ER forecast, next 12 hours

5am

55m

6am

53m

7am

43m

8am

44m

9am

10am

11am

12pm

1pm

2pm

3pm

4pm

Projected from typical wait patterns across Lachute ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Lachute

Based on historical wait patterns across Lachute emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Wednesdays 9am avg ~2h 16m

Longest wait Mondays 7pm avg ~8h 7m

Nearby ERs Outside Lachute

Hôpital du Suroît

Salaberry-De-Valleyfield · 49 km away

3h 17m

Hôpital Laurentien

Sainte-Agathe-Des-Monts · 44 km away

4h 34m

Hôpital Général du Lakeshore

Pointe-Claire · 47 km away

5h 45m

Hôpital de Saint-Jérôme

Saint-Jérôme · 30 km away

7h 15m

Hôpital Anna-Laberge

Châteauguay · 58 km away

8h 15m

Emergency Rooms in Lachute

Lachute has 1 emergency department: 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 1 currently has live wait time data. Right now, 2 people are waiting across Lachute emergency departments.

Wait time data for Lachute is sourced from Santé Québec (Index santé) and updates as frequently as every 15 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Lachute use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit. It depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Lachute

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Lachute ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Quebec pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency (chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness), call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Lachute right now?

The shortest ER wait time in Lachute right now is at Hôpital de Lachute with an estimated wait of 1h 2m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.

How many emergency departments are in Lachute?

Lachute has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.

How can I check ER wait times in Lachute?

ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Lachute hospitals using data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.

What is the average ER wait time in Lachute?

Right now the shortest ER wait in Lachute is 1h 2m at Hôpital de Lachute. The average across Lachute's reporting emergency departments is about 1h 2m, but waits vary widely, and checking the live board and choosing the shortest can save hours. The average shifts through the day; overnight tends to run longer than midday.

Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?

Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage: patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.

Where does ERstat get Lachute ER wait time data?

ERstat sources Lachute wait time data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.

What if all Lachute ERs have long wait times?

ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Lachute with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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