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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
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
Does Hôpital de LaSalle's ER have bilingual (English and French) staff?
Yes. Patient accounts confirm that both English and French are spoken by ER staff at Hôpital de LaSalle. The hospital's primary working language and patient charting are in French, but English-speaking patients have been served without difficulty.
Does Hôpital de LaSalle have a dedicated pediatric emergency or trauma centre?
No dedicated pediatric emergency department or trauma centre designation has been confirmed at Hôpital de LaSalle. It is a general community hospital offering primary and secondary emergency care. For major trauma or complex pediatric emergencies, a tertiary centre elsewhere in Montréal may be more appropriate.
Is there a mental health emergency service at this hospital?
Yes. Hôpital de LaSalle has a dedicated mental health emergency department in addition to inpatient mental health units, making it one of the services that distinguishes it from some smaller community ERs in the region.
What is the on-site testing centre at Hôpital de LaSalle, and do I need an appointment?
The testing centre at Hôpital de LaSalle handles laboratory and specimen collection services. It operates by appointment only, Monday to Friday from 7:00 to 11:00 a.m. Walk-ins for testing outside these hours are not accommodated through this service — book in advance or use the ER for urgent needs.
Is Hôpital de LaSalle a teaching hospital?
Yes. Hôpital de LaSalle is an affiliated McGill University medical training site. Medical trainees rotate through departments including the ER, obstetrics, and long-term care for one- to two-month periods. Patients may be seen or assessed by supervised residents as part of their care.
How do I get to Hôpital de LaSalle by public transit?
Take STM bus routes 110, 112, or 198 to the Dollard / Champlain (Hôpital De Lasalle) stop, which is roughly a 4-minute walk (about 272 metres) from the hospital entrance. The nearest Métro station is Angrignon on the Green Line, approximately 3.6 km away. The Gare LaSalle commuter train station is about 3.9 km from the hospital.