Regina General Hospital

Regina, SK · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

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This emergency department is open around the clock.

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🏥 24/7 Emergency
📍 Regina

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About Regina General Hospital

Regina General Hospital is southern Saskatchewan's primary trauma and tertiary care centre, located at 1440 14 Ave in Regina, SK. The emergency department operates 24/7 and is equipped to handle the full spectrum of emergencies, from life-threatening trauma and cardiac events to urgent care needs, serving patients across the region. As a major referral centre with advanced diagnostic technology including CT and MRI imaging, this ER is best suited for serious, complex, or high-acuity medical situations.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Level 1 Trauma Care (southern Saskatchewan regional trauma centre) Cardiosciences Neurosciences CT Imaging (8-slice) MRI Imaging Specialized acute care Cardiac arrest and resuscitation Chest pain and breathing emergency care Fracture and orthopaedic emergency care Lab collection services

Amenities

Parking & Transit

A new four-level parkade opened in December 2024, offering 1,005 total spaces including 320 public parking spaces on the ground level. Pay-by-Plate parking is available at two surface lot locations (14th Avenue and 15th Avenue). Rates apply 24/7: $1.00 per half hour, $2.00 per hour, with a $12.00 daily maximum. Weekly ($45.00) and monthly ($120.00) passes are also available. Pay stations accept coins, debit, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Android Pay). The ParkMobile app can be used to purchase and extend parking time — scan QR codes on signage throughout the lots or visit parkmobile.io.

Regina Transit routes 2, 3, and 50 serve the area near Regina General Hospital, with stops at Halifax St @ 14th Ave (southbound) and Victoria Ave @ Ottawa St. Additional nearby stops include Broad St @ 14th Ave and Halifax St @ 15th Ave, served by routes 7, 9, 12, and 30. Regina Paratransit offers shared-ride service for passengers with disabilities who are unable to use fixed-route transit. For real-time schedules, visit TransitLive.com or text your bus stop number to 306-596-6136.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No specific historical wait time data is available for this location. Generally, mid-morning on weekdays tends to be less busy than evenings, weekends, and holidays at most major urban emergency departments.

🔴 Busier times

As southern Saskatchewan's primary trauma and referral centre, Regina General Hospital ER can experience high patient volumes at any hour. Evenings, weekends, and public holidays typically see increased demand at major hospital ERs across Canada. If your condition is non-urgent, visiting during weekday daytime hours may result in shorter waits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Regina General Hospital's emergency department open 24 hours?
Yes, the emergency department at Regina General Hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year, including holidays.
What level of trauma care does Regina General Hospital provide?
Regina General Hospital serves as southern Saskatchewan's major trauma centre and is a tertiary care referral facility. It is equipped for life-threatening emergencies, major trauma, cardiac events, neurosciences cases, and other complex acute care needs.
How does triage work at the Regina General Hospital ER?
When you arrive, a nurse will assess you immediately through a process called triage. Patients are not seen in order of arrival — those with the most urgent needs are seen first. Life-threatening emergencies (cardiac arrest) are first priority, followed by very urgent (chest pain, breathing difficulty), urgent (asthma, high fever), and less urgent cases (minor cuts, sore throat). You may be asked to wait if your condition is not immediately life-threatening.
Where can I park when visiting the Regina General Hospital ER?
A new parkade with 320 public spaces opened in December 2024 on the hospital grounds. Pay-by-Plate surface parking is also available at the 14th and 15th Avenue lots. Rates are $2.00 per hour with a $12.00 daily maximum, payable by coin, debit, credit card, or the ParkMobile app. Pay stations are located inside the ER entrance and at both lot entrances.
What bus routes serve Regina General Hospital?
Regina Transit routes 2, 3, and 50 have stops near the hospital, including Halifax St @ 14th Ave. Routes 7, 9, 12, and 30 also serve nearby intersections. For real-time schedules, visit TransitLive.com or text your stop number to 306-596-6136. Regina Paratransit is available for eligible passengers with disabilities.
Is there food available at Regina General Hospital for patients and visitors?
Yes. Robin's Donuts Kiosk at the front entrance is open 24/7 and offers coffee, snacks, and light meals — ideal for late-night or overnight visits. The hospital cafeteria on Level 0 serves hot and cold meals with daily specials during regular hours. The gift shop in the main lobby also carries snacks, drinks, and toiletries.

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 Saskatchewan health data using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.

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

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