What is the current ER wait time at L'HÔPITAL DE MONTRÉAL POUR ENFANTS?

The current emergency room wait time at L'HÔPITAL DE MONTRÉAL POUR ENFANTS is approximately 1h 59m. This is updated every 15 minutes using official Quebec health data.

Is L'HÔPITAL DE MONTRÉAL POUR ENFANTS ER open right now?

Yes, L'HÔPITAL DE MONTRÉAL POUR ENFANTS emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What are the nearest emergency departments to L'HÔPITAL DE MONTRÉAL POUR ENFANTS?

The nearest emergency departments to L'HÔPITAL DE MONTRÉAL POUR ENFANTS are: HÔPITAL GÉNÉRAL DE MONTRÉAL — 1 km away (current wait: 3h 16m); HÔPITAL ROYAL VICTORIA — 2 km away (current wait: 11h 22m); HÔPITAL NEUROLOGIQUE DE MONTRÉAL — 2 km away; CENTRE D'HÉBERGEMENT DU MANOIR-DE-L'ÂGE-D'OR — 2 km away; SITE GLEN — 2 km away. Current wait times are available at erstat.ca.

When is the best time to visit L'HÔPITAL DE MONTRÉAL POUR ENFANTS emergency room?

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

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L'HÔPITAL DE MONTRÉAL POUR ENFANTS

2300 Rue Tupper, Montréal, QC (514) 412-4400

Current ER wait

1h 59m

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12-Hour Forecast

1h59

11pm

1h39

12am

1h45

1am

1h39

2am

1h54

3am

1h58

4am

2h16

5am

3h18

6am

3h25

7am

3h41

8am

3h13

9am

3h14

10am

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

Best Times to Visit

Shortest wait Fridays 12pm avg ~1h 4m

Longest wait Thursdays 4am avg ~5h 17m

Nearby Alternatives

HÔPITAL GÉNÉRAL DE MONTRÉAL

Montréal · 1 km away

3h 16m

HÔPITAL ROYAL VICTORIA

Montréal · 2 km away

11h 22m

HÔPITAL NEUROLOGIQUE DE MONTRÉAL

Montréal · 2 km away

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SITE GLEN

Montréal · 2 km away

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CENTRE D'HÉBERGEMENT DU MANOIR-DE-L'ÂGE-D'OR

Montréal · 2 km away

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About L'HÔPITAL DE MONTRÉAL POUR ENFANTS

The Montreal Children's Hospital (MCH) Emergency Department, located at 1001 Boulevard Décarie in Montréal, QC, provides around-the-clock emergency care for infants, children, and adolescents under 18. As a designated provincial pediatric and adolescent trauma centre and neurotrauma centre of expertise, the MCH delivers tertiary and quaternary-level care—including ultra-specialized services found nowhere else on the island of Montréal. Families across Quebec and beyond rely on this McGill University-affiliated teaching hospital for the most complex pediatric medical and surgical emergencies.

Services & Specialties

Pediatric emergency department (24/7), Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Provincial pediatric and adolescent trauma centre, Neurotrauma centre of expertise, Sexual abuse designated assessment centre, Fetal interventions, ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation), Pediatric dialysis, Pediatric neurology and neurosurgery, Extreme prematurity care (52-bed neonatology unit), Pediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery, Operating rooms and perioperative services, Pediatric dental emergency (24-hour), Le SPOT Montréal — adolescent mental health crisis centre (ages 12–18), Brain, Development and Behaviour clinical network (autism, ADHD, developmental delay), Social services (available 24 hours), Interpretation services in over 300 languages.

Amenities

Cafeteria (Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–7 p.m.; weekends & holidays 9 a.m.–7 p.m.) with outdoor terrace May–October
Over 20 commercial retailers including coffee shops, restaurants, and a pharmacy
Gift shops and florist on site
ATMs on level S1 (Block A) and ground floor (Blocks C and D)
Free Wi-Fi (Network: CUSM-MUHC-PUBLIC; Username: public; Password: wifi)
Multi-faith chapel (room A 02.0045) — open 24/7 to all
National Bank Family Resource Centre — library, business centre, family conference room (Block A, RC.1107)
Drop-in daycare 'Just for Kids Sibling Park' for siblings up to age 13 (priority to NICU/PICU families)
Green spaces including a park, children's playground, Zen garden, and walking paths
Volunteer escorts available at main entrance (RC level and S1 level during business hours)

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Tips Before You Go

Go directly to 1001 Boulevard Décarie — the hospital's former address at 2300 Rue Tupper has been closed since 2015.
Take the Orange metro line to Vendôme Station and use the underground tunnel to walk directly into the hospital — ideal in winter or with a sick child.
Use the red URGENCE/EMERGENCY drop-off ramp to let someone out at the ER entrance before searching for parking in the underground lot.
If your child requires frequent outpatient visits or a stay longer than two weeks, ask about the reduced-rate parking pass at the Parking Office in Block A.
The hospital offers interpretation services in over 300 languages — let triage staff know your preferred language as early as possible so services can be arranged promptly.
Le SPOT Montréal, located on site, provides specialized crisis support for adolescents aged 12–18 in suicidal crisis — this is a separate pathway from the main ER for eligible youth.

What to Bring

Provincial health insurance card (Carte Soleil / RAMQ card) for the child
Medicare or out-of-province insurance information if applicable
Child's immunization record and up-to-date medical history
List of current medications, dosages, and any known allergies
Comfort items for the child (favourite toy, blanket, or pacifier)
Snacks and water for accompanying adults and siblings
Phone charger and entertainment for potentially long waits
Any relevant referral letters, specialist reports, or imaging results

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Montreal Children's Hospital Emergency Department located?

The MCH Emergency Department is located at 1001 Boulevard Décarie, Montréal, QC H4A 3J1 — at the MUHC Glen site. Note that the hospital's former address at 2300 Rue Tupper has been permanently closed since May 2015.

Does the Montreal Children's Hospital only treat children?

Yes. The MCH is a specialized hospital for patients under 18 years of age, offering emergency, general, specialized, and ultra-specialized pediatric care. It serves infants, children, and adolescents from across Quebec and beyond.

Can I take the metro to the Montreal Children's Hospital?

Yes. Vendôme Station on the STM Orange metro line (and AMT commuter rail) is connected to the MUHC Glen site via a 35-metre underground tunnel. You can walk from the station directly into the hospital without going outside, and an elevator is available for travellers with reduced mobility.

Is the Montreal Children's Hospital equipped to handle major trauma in children?

Yes. The MCH is a designated provincial pediatric and adolescent trauma centre as well as a neurotrauma centre of expertise. It is the only facility on the island of Montréal offering a full range of ultra-specialized pediatric services, including neurosurgery, cardiac surgery, ECMO, and fetal interventions.

Does the Montreal Children's Hospital offer mental health emergency services for teenagers?

Yes. Le SPOT Montréal, located on site, is an outpatient mental health centre specifically for adolescents aged 12 to 18 who are in suicidal crisis. Social services are also available 24 hours a day throughout the hospital.

Are services available in English at the Montreal Children's Hospital?

Yes. The MCH provides services in both French and English, and offers professional interpretation in over 300 other languages. Let triage or registration staff know your language preference when you arrive so interpretation can be arranged.

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About ER Wait Times

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

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