Sherbrooke ER Wait Times

1 emergency department · NS · Updated every 15 minutes

St. Mary's Memorial Hospital

24/7 · 91 Hospital Road

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Emergency Rooms in Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke has 1 emergency department — 1 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Wait time data for Sherbrooke is sourced from NS Health 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 Sherbrooke 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 Sherbrooke

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Sherbrooke 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. Nova Scotia 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

How many emergency departments are in Sherbrooke?
Sherbrooke has 1 emergency department, 1 of which operates 24/7. Check ERstat for current status.
How can I check ER wait times in Sherbrooke?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Sherbrooke hospitals using data from NS Health. 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.
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 Sherbrooke ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Sherbrooke wait time data from NS Health. Data updates as frequently as every 2–5 minutes.

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