Laval ER Wait Times

4 emergency departments · QC · Live as of 5:00 a.m. EDT

Shortest: HÔPITAL DE LA CITÉ-DE-LA-SANTÉ at 7h 51m
Average: 7h 51m
40 people waiting now

HÔPITAL DE LA CITÉ-DE-LA-SANTÉ

24/7 · 1755 Boulevard René-Laennec

7h 51m

HÔPITAL JUIF DE RÉADAPTATION

24/7 · 3205 Place Alton-Goldbloom

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HÔTEL QUALITY SUITES

24/7 · 2035 Autoroute Des Laurentides

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LE COUVENT

24/7 · 3550 Boulevard Lévesque Ouest

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7h 51m wait. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Laval ER Wait Forecast

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

Laval ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

7h51
9am
7h20
10am
6h44
11am
5h53
12pm
5h27
1pm
5h10
2pm
4h40
3pm
4h14
4pm
5h16
5pm
5h44
6pm
5h46
7pm
5h54
8pm

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Laval

Based on historical wait patterns across Laval 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 Mondays 12pm avg ~3h 52m
Longest wait Tuesdays 11pm avg ~12h 39m

Nearby ERs Outside Laval

L'HÔPITAL DE MONTRÉAL POUR ENFANTS

Montréal · 14 km away

1h 6m

CHU SAINTE-JUSTINE

Montréal · 11 km away

1h 27m

HÔPITAL NOTRE-DAME

Montréal · 14 km away

1h 34m

INSTITUT UNIVERSITAIRE DE GÉRIATRIE DE MONTRÉAL

Montréal · 12 km away

1h 58m

INSTITUT DE CARDIOLOGIE DE MONTRÉAL

Montréal · 12 km away

2h 57m

Emergency Rooms in Laval

Laval has 4 emergency departments — 4 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 4 currently has live wait time data. Right now, 40 people are waiting across Laval emergency departments.

Wait time data for Laval 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 Laval 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 Laval

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Laval 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 Laval right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Laval right now is at HÔPITAL DE LA CITÉ-DE-LA-SANTÉ with an estimated wait of 7h 51m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Laval?
Laval has 4 emergency departments, 4 of which operate 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Laval?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Laval 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 Laval?
The current average ER wait time across Laval emergency departments is approximately 7h 51m. This is a real-time average and changes throughout the day. Overnight waits tend to be longer than midday due to reduced staffing.
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 Laval ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Laval wait time data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.
What if all Laval ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Laval 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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