Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. Generally, rural emergency departments tend to be less congested during mid-morning on weekdays. If your condition is not urgent, visiting earlier in the day may result in shorter waits.
Busier times: No historical data is available to identify specific peak periods at this facility. As with most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays may see higher patient volumes. Avoid the ER for non-emergency matters by using the on-site walk-in clinic during regular hours instead.
Balcarres Integrated Care Centre is a 43-bed rural acute-care facility located at 100 South Elgin St in Balcarres, Saskatchewan, operated under the Saskatchewan Health Authority. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, serving patients in Balcarres and the surrounding rural communities with essential emergency and primary care services. The facility offers on-site laboratory, X-ray, ECG, ultrasound, and physiotherapy, making it a well-rounded care option for residents of this region who need urgent medical attention without travelling to a larger centre.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, X-ray and diagnostic imaging, Laboratory services (available 5 days per week), Electrocardiogram (ECG), Ultrasound, Physiotherapy, Primary care clinic, Walk-in clinic, Respite care, Long-term care, Outpatient and ambulatory care, Palliative care support, Pediatric assessment and rehabilitation, Respiratory assessment and rehabilitation, Home visit therapy.
Call 911 for life-threatening emergencies rather than driving yourself to the ER — paramedics can begin treatment en route.
Unlike the walk-in clinic at this facility, the emergency department does not accept appointments and patients are seen by urgency of need, not order of arrival.
Laboratory and X-ray services are available on-site but operate primarily 5 days per week — for scheduled tests, confirm hours by calling (306) 334-6260 in advance.
If your condition is non-urgent, ask about the walk-in clinic or primary care clinic at the same facility, which may be more appropriate than the emergency department.
Balcarres is a rural community — if your condition may require specialist care or advanced trauma services, the ER team may arrange transfer to a larger regional hospital, so bring a list of your medications and health history.
What to Bring
Saskatchewan Health Card (Health Services Number)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical history or previous test results
Provincial insurance or supplemental insurance information
A phone charger or portable battery
Comfortable clothing appropriate for waiting
A trusted support person if possible, especially for complex visits
Parking
Free parking is available in a lot on the east side of the facility. Accessible parking spaces are also available on site.
Getting There
Balcarres is a small rural town with no confirmed public transit routes to this facility. Personal or private transportation is recommended. Contact the facility or the local municipality for any available transportation assistance options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Balcarres Integrated Care Centre emergency department open 24/7?
Yes, the emergency department at Balcarres Integrated Care Centre is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Can I make an appointment at the Balcarres ER?
No. The emergency department does not accept appointments. Patients are assessed and treated based on the urgency of their medical condition, not their order of arrival. If you need a scheduled appointment, the on-site primary care or walk-in clinic may be more appropriate.
What diagnostic services are available at Balcarres Integrated Care Centre?
The facility offers on-site X-ray, laboratory, ultrasound, and electrocardiogram (ECG) services. Laboratory and X-ray services are typically available 5 days per week. Call (306) 334-6260 to confirm current hours for scheduled diagnostic services.
Does Balcarres Integrated Care Centre have physiotherapy services?
Yes. Physiotherapy is available at this facility and covers a range of areas including community therapy, home visits, long-term care, pediatric assessment and rehabilitation, palliative care, and respiratory rehabilitation.
Is parking free at Balcarres Integrated Care Centre?
Yes, free parking is available in a lot on the east side of the facility. Accessible parking spaces are also provided on site.
What should I do if I have a life-threatening emergency in Balcarres?
Call 911 immediately. Paramedics can begin life-saving treatment on the way to the hospital. Do not drive yourself to the emergency department if you are experiencing a serious emergency such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, or stroke symptoms.
Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.
Wait times are estimates based on Saskatchewan health data. Actual wait times may vary.
This hospital does not publish a live wait, so the figure above comes from our model rather than from its own feed. We publish how that model performs where it can be checked, at the hospitals that do publish. See the accuracy scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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