SNT - HÔPITAL DE LASALLE - ARÉNA JACQUES LEMAIRE

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. Generally, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to see lighter ER volumes at community hospitals. If your situation is not an emergency, calling 811 (Info-Santé) first can help you determine whether the ER is the most appropriate destination.

Busier times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. As with most urban emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and Monday mornings typically see higher patient volumes. Avoid arriving immediately after a long weekend if possible, as backlogs tend to accumulate.

About SNT - HÔPITAL DE LASALLE - ARÉNA JACQUES LEMAIRE

Hôpital de LaSalle is a general community hospital located in the LaSalle borough of Montréal, QC, situated along the St. Lawrence River and operated under the CIUSSS de l'Ouest-de-l'Île-de-Montréal. Its emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing primary and secondary care including cardiac monitoring, mental health emergencies, medical imaging, and minor surgery. The hospital serves the southwest Montréal population and also functions as a McGill University medical training site, meaning residents and trainees are regularly part of the care team.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Mental Health Emergency Services, Medical Imaging & Radiology, Minor Surgery, Cardiac Monitoring & Blood Work, Obstetrics, Detoxification Services, Family Planning (Contraception & Abortion), Outpatient Care Clinics, Rehabilitation Services, Testing Centre (by appointment, Mon–Fri 7:00–11:00), Long-Term & Residential Care Unit, Home Care Services, Screening Services.

Amenities

• On-site parking
• Bilingual staff (French and English)
• Long-term residential care unit on site
• Testing centre on site (appointment-based)
• Contact the hospital at 514-362-8000 to confirm cafeteria, ATM, pharmacy, or Wi-Fi availability

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Tips Before You Go

• Both French and English are spoken by staff — feel free to communicate in either language, though the hospital's primary working language is French.
• The on-site testing centre requires an appointment and operates Monday to Friday from 7:00 to 11:00 — do not arrive walk-in for lab work outside these hours.
• If you need long-term care parking, bring $20 for the refundable deposit when applying for a parking card at the front desk.
• As a McGill University teaching hospital, medical students and residents may be involved in your care — you have the right to ask questions or request attending physician involvement at any time.
• For non-life-threatening issues, consider calling 811 (Info-Santé) before heading to the ER to determine whether a clinic or telehealth option is more appropriate and may result in a shorter wait.

What to Bring

• Quebec health insurance card (RAMQ card)
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
• Any relevant medical history documents or recent test results
• Provincial or private insurance information
• Phone charger or portable battery pack
• Snacks, water, and a light jacket or blanket (waits can be long and waiting areas can be cool)
• A trusted contact person's phone number in case you need someone to be reached on your behalf

Frequently Asked Questions

About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

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

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.