Québec City ER Wait Times

3 emergency departments · QC · Updated every 15 minutes

CENTRE HOSPITALIER ROBERT-GIFFARD

24/7 · Chemin De La Canardière

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HÔPITAL CHRIST-ROI

24/7 · 900 Boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel

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HÔPITAL DE L'ENFANT-JÉSUS

24/7 · 1401.0 18e Rue

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Nearby ERs Outside Québec City

HÔPITAL CHAUVEAU

Québec · 11 km away

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HÔPITAL LAVAL

Sainte-Foy · 8 km away

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GROUPE DE MÉDECINE DE FAMILLE UNIVERSITAIRE LAURIER

Québec · 8 km away

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PAVILLON CENTRE HOSPITALIER DE L'UNIVERSITÉ LAVAL

Québec · 8 km away

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CLSC, HOPITAL ET CENTRE D'HEBERGEMENT CHRIST-ROI

Québec · 3 km away

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Emergency Rooms in Québec City

Québec City has 3 emergency departments — 3 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Wait time data for Québec City is sourced from Santé Québec (Index santé) 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 Québec City 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 Québec City

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Québec City 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. Quebec 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 Québec City?
Québec City has 3 emergency departments, 3 of which operate 24/7. Check ERstat for current status.
How can I check ER wait times in Québec City?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Québec City hospitals using data from Santé Québec (Index santé). 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 Québec City ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Québec City wait time data from Santé Québec (Index santé). Data updates as frequently as every 15 minutes.
What if all Québec City ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Québec City 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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