Winnipeg ER Wait Times

10 emergency departments · MB · Updated every 15 minutes

Shortest: Health Sciences Centre - Children's at 4h 30m
Average: 8h 9m
Longest: 12h 15m

Health Sciences Centre - Children's

24/7

4h 30m

Concordia Hospital

24/7 · 1095 Concordia Ave

5h 45m

Victoria General Hospital - Winnipeg

24/7 · 2340 Pembina Hwy

7h 30m

St. Boniface General Hospital

24/7 · 409 Taché Ave

8h

Grace General Hospital

24/7 · 300 Booth Dr

9h 15m

Seven Oaks General Hospital

24/7 · 2300 Mcphillips St

9h 45m

Health Sciences Centre - Adult

24/7 · 820 Sherbrook St

12h 15m

Cancercare Manitoba- Mcdermot

24/7 · 675 Mcdermot Avenue

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Misericordia Health Centre

24/7 · 99 Cornish Ave

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Western Surgery Centre

24/7 · #100-1020 Lorimer Blvd

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Nearby ERs Outside Winnipeg

Selkirk & District General Hospital

Selkirk · 36 km away

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HÔPITAL STE-ANNE HOSPITAL

Ste-Anne · 44 km away

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Bethesda Hospital

Steinbach · 53 km away

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Dr. Evelyn Memorial Hospital

Stonewall · 30 km away

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Stonewall and District Health Centre

Stonewall · 30 km away

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Emergency Rooms in Winnipeg

Winnipeg has 10 emergency departments — 10 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 7 of 10 currently have live wait time data.

Wait time data for Winnipeg is sourced from Shared Health Manitoba and updates as frequently as every 15 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Winnipeg 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 Winnipeg

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Winnipeg 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. Manitoba 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 1-888-315-9257 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 Winnipeg right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Winnipeg right now is at Health Sciences Centre - Children's with an estimated wait of 4h 30m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Winnipeg?
Winnipeg has 10 emergency departments, 10 of which operate 24/7. 7 currently have live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Winnipeg?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Winnipeg hospitals using data from Shared Health Manitoba. 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 Winnipeg?
The current average ER wait time across Winnipeg emergency departments is approximately 8h 9m. 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 Winnipeg ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Winnipeg wait time data from Shared Health Manitoba. Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.
What if all Winnipeg ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Winnipeg with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 1-888-315-9257 to speak with a registered nurse. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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