Québec City ER Wait Times

2 emergency departments · QC · Live as of 10:00 p.m. EST

Shortest in Québec City if you leave now

Avg 2h 43m · 25 waiting

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Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus

24/7 · 1401.0 18e Rue

6h 47m

Hôpital Christ-Roi

24/7 · 900 Boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel

3h–4h 15mPredicted

Québec City ER Wait Forecast

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

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

Best Time to Visit an ER in Québec City

Based on historical wait patterns across Québec City 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 9am avg ~1h 30m

Longest wait Fridays 11pm avg ~6h 32m

Nearby ERs Outside Québec City

Hôpital Paul-Gilbert

Lévis · 11 km away

3h 6m

Hôpital Chauveau

Québec · 10 km away

3h 45m

Hôpital régional de Portneuf

Saint-Raymond · 45 km away

4h 16m

Hôpital Laval

Sainte-Foy · 7 km away

4h 17m

Hôpital de Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré

Beaupré · 36 km away

4h 32m

Emergency Rooms in Québec City

Québec City has 2 emergency departments: 2 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 2 currently has live wait time data. Right now, 25 people are waiting across Québec City emergency departments.

Wait time data for Québec City 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 Québec City 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 Québec City

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Québec City 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 Québec City right now?

The shortest ER wait time in Québec City right now is at HÔPITAL DE L'ENFANT-JÉSUS with an estimated wait of 2h 43m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.

How many emergency departments are in Québec City?

Québec City has 2 emergency departments, 2 of which operate 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.

How can I check ER wait times in Québec City?

ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Québec City 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 Québec City?

Right now the shortest ER wait in Québec City is 2h 43m at HÔPITAL DE L'ENFANT-JÉSUS. The average across Québec City's reporting emergency departments is about 2h 43m, 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 Québec City ER wait time data?

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

What if all Québec City ERs have long wait times?

ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Québec City 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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