Saskatchewan Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: As an admission-only psychiatric facility, SHNB does not have walk-in wait times. Visit scheduling and patient access are coordinated through the Saskatchewan Health Authority and individual care teams. Contact the facility in advance to arrange any visits.

Busier times: There are no walk-in hours to avoid at SHNB. All access is by referral or pre-arranged appointment only. For time-sensitive emergency care in the Battlefords area, weekday daytime hours at the Battlefords Union Hospital ED are typically less congested than evenings and weekends.

About Saskatchewan Hospital

Saskatchewan Hospital North Battleford (SHNB) is Saskatchewan's only provincial psychiatric rehabilitation hospital, operated by the Saskatchewan Health Authority in North Battleford, SK. It is an admission-only, referral-based facility serving patients across the province who require specialized psychiatric rehabilitation, forensic mental health care, or complex long-term mental health treatment. SHNB does not operate a public emergency department — individuals experiencing a medical or mental health emergency in North Battleford should call 911 or visit the Battlefords Union Hospital at 1092 107th Street, which operates a 24/7 emergency department.

Services & Specialties

Psychiatric rehabilitation (short and long-term), Forensic mental health care for offenders with mental illness, Secure inpatient psychiatric units, Non-secure inpatient psychiatric units, Community Reintegration Units (CRUs), Outpatient psychiatric assessment, Respite care for complex mental health needs, Psychosocial rehabilitation programs, Day programs for inpatients, Life skills and independent living training.

Amenities

• Private patient rooms with enhanced space and natural lighting
• Therapeutic design environment connected to the North Saskatchewan River landscape
• Community Reintegration Units with home-like atmosphere and full living amenities
• Historic stone chapel preserved from the original 1914 site
• Veterans' Park and preserved cemetery grounds on site

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Tips Before You Go

• SHNB is an admission-only facility — you cannot walk in or self-refer. All admissions are arranged through referral from another health provider or the courts.
• If you or someone you know is experiencing a psychiatric or medical emergency in North Battleford, call 911 or go directly to the Battlefords Union Hospital ED at 1092 107th Street (306-446-6600).
• Family members and visitors of current SHNB patients should contact the Saskatchewan Health Authority to confirm visiting hours and access, as policies vary by care unit and patient status.
• For mental health crisis support in Saskatchewan, you can also call the Saskatchewan crisis line at 1-833-456-4566, available 24/7.
• Before visiting, confirm parking and access procedures directly with SHNB staff, as the facility has secure wings with controlled access that differ from a standard hospital visit.

What to Bring

• Government-issued photo ID for all visitors
• Saskatchewan Health Card (for patients being transferred or assessed)
• List of current medications and dosages
• Name and contact information of the patient's referring physician or case worker
• Any relevant legal or court documentation (for forensic admissions)
• Emergency contact information
• Comfort items approved by the care unit (confirm with staff in advance)
• Health Authority referral or admission paperwork if applicable

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 Saskatchewan health data. Actual wait times may vary.

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