Sainte-Foy ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · QC · Live as of 10:05 p.m. EST

Shortest in Sainte-Foy if you leave now

Avg 2h 24m · 10 waiting

In an emergency, call 911.

Hôpital Laval

24/7 · 2725 Ch Ste-Foy

6h 18m

Sainte-Foy ER Wait Forecast

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

Sainte-Foy ER forecast, next 12 hours

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Projected from typical wait patterns across Sainte-Foy ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Sainte-Foy

Based on historical wait patterns across Sainte-Foy 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 Fridays 9am avg ~1h 24m
Longest wait Saturdays 6pm avg ~6h 22m

Nearby ERs Outside Sainte-Foy

Pavillon l'Hôtel-Dieu de Québec

Québec · 8 km away

1h 47m

Hôpital Paul-Gilbert

Lévis · 7 km away

1h 48m

Hôpital régional de Portneuf

Saint-Raymond · 42 km away

3h 3m

Hôpital de Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré

Beaupré · 42 km away

3h 7m

Hôpital Chauveau

Québec · 10 km away

3h 51m

Emergency Rooms in Sainte-Foy

Sainte-Foy 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, 10 people are waiting across Sainte-Foy emergency departments.

Wait time data for Sainte-Foy 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 Sainte-Foy 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 Sainte-Foy

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Sainte-Foy 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 Sainte-Foy right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Sainte-Foy right now is at HÔPITAL LAVAL with an estimated wait of 2h 24m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Sainte-Foy?
Sainte-Foy 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 Sainte-Foy?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Sainte-Foy 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 Sainte-Foy?
Right now the shortest ER wait in Sainte-Foy is 2h 24m at HÔPITAL LAVAL. The average across Sainte-Foy's reporting emergency departments is about 2h 24m, 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 Sainte-Foy ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Sainte-Foy wait time data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.
What if all Sainte-Foy ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Sainte-Foy 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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