Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for Pasqua Hospital. Generally, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to see lighter ER traffic across most hospitals. Checking real-time wait estimates before leaving home can help you plan your visit.
Busier times: Without historical wait data specific to Pasqua Hospital, general guidance applies: Friday and Saturday evenings, Sunday afternoons, and the hours immediately after family physician offices close (typically 5–8 PM on weekdays) tend to be the busiest periods at most urban emergency departments.
Pasqua Hospital's Emergency Department in Regina, Saskatchewan operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and serves as the primary trauma centre for all of southern Saskatchewan. With direct access to advanced diagnostic technology including a Spiral CT scanner, the high-volume ED is fully equipped to handle complex and critical emergencies of all kinds. Patients are triaged on arrival and seen based on medical urgency, making this department the appropriate destination for serious, life-threatening, or rapidly worsening conditions.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency and trauma care, Primary trauma centre for southern Saskatchewan, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Cardiac Care Unit (CCU), Oncology services — Allan Blair Cancer Centre, Radiation therapy and chemotherapy, Breast and Prostate Assessment Centres, Ophthalmology and minor eye surgery, Orthopedic services, Palliative care (9-bed unit), Maternity and pediatric services, Advanced imaging — CT and MRI, Laboratory specimen collection.
Amenities
Cafeteria on Level 0 — hot and cold menu items
Robin's Donuts in the main lobby — coffee, snacks, and light meals
Auxiliary Gift Shop — gifts, cards, flowers, snacks, and toiletries
Family kitchens and lounges in the palliative care unit
Private rooms and family spaces in the palliative care unit
Pasqua Hospital is Regina's primary trauma centre, so the ER regularly handles high-acuity cases — expect a potentially busy waiting room, especially on evenings and weekends.
Patients are seen based on medical urgency, not order of arrival. If your condition is serious or worsening, clearly communicate all symptoms to the triage nurse when you arrive.
Pay for parking at the pay station inside the ER entrance as soon as you arrive — no need to go back to your vehicle, and you can extend time through the ParkMobile app if your visit runs long.
The Allan Blair Cancer Centre is located within Pasqua Hospital, so patients with cancer-related emergencies will have access to specialized expertise on site.
If you are coming by Regina Transit, routes 1, 10, and 12 stop very close to the hospital on Dewdney Avenue — plan your trip in advance, especially for late-night visits.
What to Bring
Government-issued photo ID (driver's licence or passport)
Saskatchewan Health Card (provincial health coverage card)
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records, recent test results, or referral letters
Provincial disability placard if applicable (note parking fees still apply)
Payment method for parking ($1/30 min; coin, debit, or credit accepted)
Phone charger or portable battery — waits can be lengthy
Snacks and a water bottle for support persons accompanying you
Parking
Pasqua Hospital charges $1 per 30 minutes for parking, with a daily maximum of $12. Pay stations are located inside both the main entrance and the emergency department entrance. Enter your licence plate number and pay by coin, credit card, or debit — no need to return to your vehicle. You can also use the ParkMobile app to purchase or extend parking time remotely. Accepted payment methods include Canadian coins, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit, and Apple/Android Pay. Note that machines do not provide change. Parking rates apply 24 hours a day, including for holders of provincially issued disability placards.
Getting There
Pasqua Hospital is accessible by Regina Transit routes 1, 10, and 12, with stops at Dewdney Ave @ Wascana St (WB) and 10th Ave @ Connaught St (WB) nearby. Additional access is available via routes 1, 4, 10, and 12 at 10th Ave @ York St (WB) and Dewdney Ave @ Queen St (WB).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pasqua Hospital the main trauma centre in Regina?
Yes. Pasqua Hospital is recognized as the primary trauma centre for southern Saskatchewan, equipped to handle the most complex and critical emergency cases in the region. It has on-site ICU, CCU, advanced imaging including CT and MRI, and a full range of specialist services.
Can I walk into the Pasqua Hospital ER without an appointment?
Yes. The Emergency Department at Pasqua Hospital is open 24/7 and accepts walk-in patients at any time. There are no appointments — you will be assessed by a triage nurse on arrival, and patients are seen based on the urgency of their condition, not the order they arrived.
What is the Allan Blair Cancer Centre and is it part of the hospital?
The Allan Blair Cancer Centre is one of two primary cancer treatment centres operated by the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency, and it is physically located within Pasqua Hospital. It has been on site since 1939 and offers diagnostic services, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical intervention for patients across southern Saskatchewan.
How does parking work at Pasqua Hospital if I'm visiting the ER?
Parking at Pasqua Hospital costs $1 per 30 minutes with a $12 daily maximum. A pay station is located inside the emergency department entrance, so you can pay without returning to your car. Accepted payments include coin, debit, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and mobile payments via Apple or Android Pay. The ParkMobile app also lets you extend your parking time remotely.
Does Pasqua Hospital offer palliative or end-of-life care?
Yes. Pasqua Hospital has a dedicated nine-bed palliative care unit offering compassionate end-of-life care. The unit features private rooms, flexible visiting hours, family lounges, and kitchen facilities to support extended family visits.
What bus routes serve Pasqua Hospital?
Regina Transit routes 1, 10, and 12 serve stops near Pasqua Hospital on Dewdney Avenue (Dewdney Ave @ Wascana St WB). Route 4 also provides access via stops on 10th Avenue nearby. Check Regina Transit schedules for current times, especially for late-night or early-morning visits.
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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