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The Wakaw Primary Health and Collaborative Emergency Centre (CEC) serves Wakaw and surrounding rural Saskatchewan communities with both appointment-based primary care and urgent after-hours emergency services seven days a week. Operating under the Saskatchewan Health Authority, this facility uses the CEC model — staffed by physicians and nurse practitioners during daytime hours, and by paramedics working under the direction of off-site physicians in Rosthern during evenings and weekends. Patients with life-threatening emergencies beyond the CEC's scope are stabilized and transferred to a larger centre, making this facility best suited for semi-urgent and non-urgent care needs.
Services & Specialties
Collaborative Emergency Centre (CEC) urgent care, Primary Health Care (appointment-based), Laboratory services (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–4 p.m., by appointment), X-ray services (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–4 p.m., by appointment), Home Care, Chronic Disease Management, Mental Health Services, Addiction Services (Outpatient), Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Population and Public Health, Triage and emergency assessment, Advanced Life Support (Wakaw and District EMS).
Amenities
Free on-site parking
Community pharmacy nearby at 121 Main Street (not on-site), reachable at 306-233-4223
The CEC is open daily from 8 a.m. to midnight — if you have a life-threatening emergency outside these hours or one that exceeds CEC capacity, call 911 immediately for transfer to a larger facility.
During daytime hours and Wednesday evenings until 8 p.m., the centre is staffed by physicians, a nurse practitioner, and a registered nurse — this is the best time for semi-urgent concerns.
Lab and X-ray services are only available Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., by booked appointment — plan ahead if you need these services.
Over 86% of CEC patients are triaged as semi or non-urgent and treated locally, so don't hesitate to come in for concerns that don't require a major hospital — you'll likely be seen and treated right in Wakaw.
For non-emergency health advice any time of day or night, Saskatchewan residents can call 811 (HealthLine) for free guidance from a registered nurse before deciding whether to visit the CEC.
What to Bring
Saskatchewan Health Card (provincial health card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, including dosages
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records or recent test results
Emergency contact information
Personal comfort items (book, phone charger) in case of a wait
Payment method for any applicable fees or prescriptions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Collaborative Emergency Centre (CEC) and how does Wakaw's work?
A CEC is a Saskatchewan Health Authority model designed to provide urgent and emergency care in smaller communities that don't have a traditional hospital ER. At Wakaw, the CEC is open daily from 8 a.m. to midnight. During daytime and select evening hours, the centre is staffed by physicians and a nurse practitioner. During other hours, paramedics provide on-site assessments and treatment under the remote direction of physicians based in Rosthern.
What happens if I have a life-threatening emergency in Wakaw after midnight?
The CEC is not open after midnight. If you experience a life-threatening emergency at any time — including after hours — call 911 immediately. Wakaw and District EMS provides Advanced Life Support service and can transport patients to a larger facility as needed.
Can I get lab work or X-rays done at the Wakaw Health Centre?
Yes. Lab and X-ray services are available at the Wakaw Health Centre, but only Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and by booked appointment only. These services are not available on evenings or weekends, so plan ahead if you require diagnostic testing.
Does the Wakaw Health Centre have a pharmacy on-site?
There is no pharmacy located within the Wakaw Health Centre. However, a community pharmacy is located nearby at 121 Main Street in Wakaw. You can reach them at 306-233-4223. Their hours are 9:30 a.m.–Noon and 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
What mental health and addiction services are available at the Wakaw Health Centre?
The Wakaw Health Centre offers both Mental Health Services and outpatient Addiction Services as part of its primary health care programs. These are appointment-based services. Contact the centre directly or speak with your primary care provider for referral information.
Is the Wakaw CEC equipped to handle serious trauma or cardiac emergencies?
The Wakaw CEC is best suited for semi-urgent and non-urgent care. It does not have a designated trauma level or dedicated cardiac, stroke, or pediatric services. For high-acuity emergencies, patients are stabilized at the CEC and transferred to a larger regional facility. In any life-threatening situation, call 911 immediately.