Victoria Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for this location. Generally, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to be less busy at most ERs. If your concern is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic or telehealth option might be appropriate first.

Busier times: Without historical data, we recommend avoiding typical peak periods common to most ERs: Monday mornings, weekend evenings, and holidays when other health services are closed and patient volumes tend to surge. If possible, avoid arriving between 6 p.m. and midnight when ER volumes are typically highest.

About Victoria Hospital

Victoria Hospital in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan is a regional referral centre serving the city and communities across northern Saskatchewan, offering 24/7 emergency care alongside specialized services including general surgery, internal medicine, obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, and more. Located on Treaty 6 territory and often called the Gateway to the North, it is a critical hub for patients across a vast geographic area who may have no closer access to advanced hospital care. The ER uses a triage-first approach to prioritize patients by urgency, ensuring those with the most critical needs — such as cardiac arrest, major trauma, or severe breathing difficulty — are seen first.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department with triage, General surgery, Internal medicine, Orthopedics, Pediatrics (14-bed inpatient unit with high acuity beds), Obstetrics and gynecology (labour, birth, postpartum, antepartum suites), Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) — 11 beds serving northern Saskatchewan, Psychiatry, Anesthesiology, Cardiac rehabilitation, Neurological assessment and rehabilitation, Orthopaedic assessment and rehabilitation, Stroke rehabilitation, Respiratory assessment and rehabilitation, Paediatric assessment and rehabilitation, Sports rehabilitation, Hand therapy, Acupuncture, Adult Mental Health services, Child and Youth Mental Health services, Indigenous Nurse Navigator support (PAGC), Social Work Team, Outpatient pediatric assessment and treatment, Volunteer patient support services.

Amenities

• Cafeteria on Level 1 with hot and cold menu items
• Ronald McDonald Room on the pediatric floor (staffed by volunteers, includes kitchen and sitting area)
• Ronald McDonald Nordman Family Room in the NICU
• Volunteer services for patients and families

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Tips Before You Go

• Victoria Hospital is the primary regional referral centre for northern Saskatchewan — expect the ER to serve patients from a wide catchment area, which can affect wait times.
• If you or someone in your care is an Indigenous patient or family member, ask about the Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC) Nurse Navigators, available Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., who advocate specifically for Indigenous children and families.
• For obstetric concerns, note that the hospital has dedicated triage and assessment beds in obstetrics — speak to triage staff on arrival so you can be directed to the appropriate unit.
• A new acute care tower is under construction as of 2024, so expect some construction activity around the campus. Allow extra time for navigation and parking.
• For non-emergency pediatric concerns, ask staff about the outpatient assessment and treatment services available through the pediatric unit, which may be more appropriate than the main ER.

What to Bring

• Government-issued photo ID (driver's licence, passport, or status card)
• Saskatchewan Health Card (provincial health card)
• List of current medications including dosages
• List of known allergies
• Any relevant medical records, imaging, or test results
• Insurance information if applicable (e.g., extended benefits, out-of-province coverage)
• Phone charger or portable battery pack for long waits
• Snacks, water, and comfort items if accompanying a child or expecting a lengthy stay

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.