Sudbury ER Wait Times

2 emergency departments · ON · Live as of 7:36 p.m. EDT

Health Sciences North - Ramsey Lake Health Centre

24/7 · 41 Ramsey Lake Rd

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St. Joseph’s Health Centre of Sudbury

24/7 · 1140 South Bay Road

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Sudbury ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Sudbury over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

Sudbury ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

5h29
4am
5h51
5am
5h54
6am
5h39
7am
5h41
8am
5h42
9am
5h33
10am
5h6
11am
4h53
12pm
4h25
1pm
4h12
2pm
4h11
3pm

Projected from typical wait patterns across Sudbury ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Sudbury

Based on historical wait patterns across Sudbury emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Sundays 12pm avg ~3h 30m
Longest wait Tuesdays 2am avg ~7h 5m

Emergency Rooms in Sudbury

Sudbury has 2 emergency departments — 2 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Right now, 20 people are waiting across Sudbury emergency departments.

Wait time data for Sudbury is sourced from individual hospital websites and updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Sudbury 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 Sudbury

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Sudbury 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. Ontario 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 Sudbury?
Sudbury has 2 emergency departments, 2 of which operate 24/7. Check ERstat for current status.
How can I check ER wait times in Sudbury?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Sudbury hospitals using data from individual hospital websites. 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 based on historical data.
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 Sudbury ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Sudbury wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.

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