Calgary ER Wait Times

9 emergency departments · AB · Updated every 15 minutes

Shortest: South Health Campus - Children's Emergency at 1h 30m
Average: 2h 19m
Longest: 3h 4m

South Health Campus - Children's Emergency

Limited hours · 4448 Front Street SE

1h 30m

Alberta Children's Hospital

24/7 · 2888 Shaganappi Trail NW

2h 1m

Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre

24/7 · 1213 4 Street SW

2h 13m

Rockyview General Hospital

24/7 · 7007 14 St Sw

2h 20m

South Calgary Health Centre

Limited hours · 31 Sunpark Plaza SE

2h 24m

Foothills Medical Centre

24/7 · 1403 29 St Nw

2h 25m

South Health Campus

24/7 · 4448 Front Street Se

2h 33m

Peter Lougheed Centre

24/7 · 3500 26 Ave Ne

3h 4m

Richmond Road Diagnostic & Treatment Centre

24/7 · 1820 Richmond Road Sw

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Nearby ERs Outside Calgary

Cochrane Community Health Centre

Cochrane · 36 km away

1h 10m

Okotoks Health and Wellness Centre

Okotoks · 32 km away

1h 45m

Airdrie Community Health Centre

Airdrie · 33 km away

3h 34m

Oilfields General Hospital

Black Diamond · 37 km away

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High River General Hospital

High River · 48 km away

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Emergency Rooms in Calgary

Calgary has 9 emergency departments — 7 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 2 with limited operating hours. 8 of 9 currently have live wait time data.

Wait time data for Calgary is sourced from Alberta Health Services (AHS) and updates as frequently as every 2–5 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Calgary use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit — it depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Calgary

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Calgary ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Alberta pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency — chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Calgary right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Calgary right now is at South Health Campus - Children's Emergency with an estimated wait of 1h 30m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Calgary?
Calgary has 9 emergency departments, 7 of which operate 24/7. 8 currently have live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Calgary?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Calgary hospitals using data from Alberta Health Services (AHS). Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern.
What is the average ER wait time in Calgary?
The current average ER wait time across Calgary emergency departments is approximately 2h 19m. This is a real-time average and changes throughout the day. Overnight waits tend to be longer than midday due to reduced staffing.
Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?
Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.
Where does ERstat get Calgary ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Calgary wait time data from Alberta Health Services (AHS). Data updates as frequently as every 2–5 minutes.
What if all Calgary ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Calgary with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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