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Changes to Urgent Care Centre Summer Hours

Effective as of July 1, summer hours at both UCCs will run throughout July, August and into early September.

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If you think you or a loved one is experiencing a medical emergency,  call 9-1-1 right away or come to the nearest Emergency Department.

Emergency Departments provide 24-hour access to care for people experiencing trauma, serious injury or serious illness. Patients with the most urgent needs are always seen first, even though they may arrive after other patients.

Know your healthcare options

Our partners across Niagara offer a comprehensive network of community-based healthcare programs and services designed to support your needs. By utilizing these options, you and your loved ones can access timely care while potentially avoiding unnecessary visits to the Emergency Department.

Learn about your healthcare options

You can also access virtual urgent care without leaving your home by visiting Urgent Care Ontario.

Schedule your appointment

Urgent Care Centres are for minor illnesses and injuries, not emergencies.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1 or go directly to an Emergency Department.

If you visit a Urgent Care Centre with a medical emergency, 9-1-1 will be called.

The Urgent Care Centres in Fort Erie and Port Colborne operate from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Summer hours at both UCCs will run throughout July, August and into early September.

  • The Fort Erie site will continue to be closed on Fridays from July 4 through mid-September.
  • Fort Erie UCC will be closed on the Civic Holiday long weekend (Aug. 1 to 4) and open on the Labour Day long weekend (Aug. 30 to Sept. 1)
  • In Port Colborne, the Urgent Care Centre will remain closed on Saturdays throughout the summer.
  • Port Colborne UCC will be open the Civic Long Weekend (Aug. 1 to 4) and on the Labour Day long weekend (Aug. 30 to Sept. 1)

Emergency Department Wait Times

Niagara Health operates Emergency Departments in Niagara Falls, St. Catharines and Welland.

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