Unity & District Health Centre

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this facility. As a rural ER, mornings on weekdays tend to be less busy than evenings and weekends — visiting earlier in the day when possible may result in shorter waits for non-urgent concerns.

Busier times: Evenings, weekends, and holidays typically see higher demand at rural emergency departments. If your condition is not urgent, consider whether it can be addressed at the Unity Medical Clinic during regular hours to avoid peak ER periods.

About Unity & District Health Centre

Unity & District Health Centre, located on Highway 14 North in Unity, Saskatchewan, operates a 24-hour emergency department serving Unity and the surrounding rural communities of west-central Saskatchewan. The facility features 3 emergency rooms and 11 beds, providing acute care including triage-based assessment, diagnostics, and stabilization for a wide range of conditions. As a rural integrated health centre, patients with complex or high-acuity needs may be transferred to larger regional hospitals, making it best suited for urgent but non-critical presentations.

Services & Specialties

24-hour emergency care, Triage-based assessment, Acute inpatient care, Laboratory services, X-ray / diagnostic imaging, Maternity services, Intensive care, Ambulance services, Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy, Dietitian services, Mental health support, Addictions support, Public health services, Home care, Palliative and respite care, Long-term care.

Amenities

• Free on-site accessible parking
• Palliative care suite
• Long-term care unit (34 beds)
• On-site laboratory
• On-site X-ray services

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Tips Before You Go

• This ER uses a triage system — you will be assessed by urgency, not by order of arrival. If your condition worsens while waiting, immediately notify the triage nurse.
• Unity & District Health Centre is a rural facility. If you are experiencing a major trauma, stroke, or cardiac emergency, call 911 so paramedics can assess whether direct transport to a larger regional centre is appropriate.
• For non-emergency medical needs, the Unity Medical Clinic at #1 100 1st Ave W may be a more suitable option and can help reduce unnecessary ER visits.
• Drive carefully on Highway 14 North, especially in winter conditions — the hospital entrance is off the highway and road conditions can affect response times in this region.
• If you are calling ahead or have questions about services, contact the facility directly at 306-228-2666 before arriving.

What to Bring

• Saskatchewan Health Card (CHP card)
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications including dosages
• Provincial health coverage information or private insurance card
• List of known allergies
• Emergency contact name and phone number
• Comfortable clothing if a long wait is possible
• Any relevant medical records or previous test results if available

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.