St Albert ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · AB · Updated every 15 minutes

Shortest: Sturgeon Community Hospital at 3h 50m
Average: 3h 50m

Sturgeon Community Hospital

24/7 · 201 Boudreau Rd

3h 50m

Nearby ERs Outside St Albert

Stollery Children's Hospital

Edmonton · 16 km away

1h 30m

Leduc Community Hospital

Leduc · 45 km away

1h 52m

Royal Alexandra Hospital

Edmonton · 14 km away

2h 36m

Northeast Community Health Centre

Edmonton · 15 km away

2h 47m

Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital

Fort Saskatchewan · 27 km away

2h 53m

Emergency Rooms in St Albert

St Albert has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1 of 1 currently has live wait time data.

Wait time data for St Albert 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 St Albert 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 St Albert

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all St Albert 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 St Albert right now?
The shortest ER wait time in St Albert right now is at Sturgeon Community Hospital with an estimated wait of 3h 50m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in St Albert?
St Albert has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. 1 currently has live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in St Albert?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all St Albert 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 St Albert?
The current average ER wait time across St Albert emergency departments is approximately 3h 50m. 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 St Albert ER wait time data?
ERstat sources St Albert wait time data from Alberta Health Services (AHS). Data updates as frequently as every 2–5 minutes.
What if all St Albert ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside St Albert 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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