Hospital in Thunder Bay, Ontario

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre

Address
984 Oliver Road, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6V4
Emergency department
Yes, 24 hours
Type
Hospital
Operator
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Phone
807-684-6000
Website
tbrhsc.net

Emergency care

In an emergency, call 911. The emergency department is open 24 hours.

Emergency Department

Provides a comprehensive range of acute care in-patient and out-patient services to the residents of Thunder Bay and regional referral services to the residents of Northwestern Ontario. Emergency room care. Provides diagnostic and treatment services for individuals who have acute life-threatening injuries or severe illnesses.

How to access: No referral required *

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated July 2026

Rehabilitation

Outpatient Rehabilitation

Healthy Lifestyles

Provides a comprehensive range of acute care in-patient and out-patient services to the residents of Thunder Bay and regional referral services to the residents of Northwestern Ontario. Assists motivated individuals with chronic disease to improve their mental and physical well being through education, exercise, individual counseling, individual diet counselling, and smoking cessation.

How to access: Physician or nurse practitioner referral required; cardiac stress test recommended pre-admission

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated July 2026

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Outpatient Orthopaedic Services

Provides a comprehensive range of acute care in-patient and out-patient services to the residents of Thunder Bay and regional referral services to the residents of Northwestern Ontario. Provides Orthopedic Physiotherapy and Orthopedic Occupational Therapy services Assesses, treats, and educates individuals and families to help relieve pain and restore maximum function.

How to access: Physician or Nurse Practitioner referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated July 2026

Palliative care

Palliative Care

Cancer Care

Provides a comprehensive range of acute care in-patient and out-patient services to the residents of Thunder Bay and regional referral services to the residents of Northwestern Ontario. Operates the comprehensive cancer program for Northwestern Ontario. Provides the following programs and services: Ontario Breast Screening Program, Northwest Region Diagnostics Education In-patient and out-patient treatments Palliative care and end of life Prevention and screening Supportive Care Surgical treatments Tbaytel Tamarack House.

How to access: Call for information

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated July 2026

Other services

Cancer Care

Provides a comprehensive range of acute care in-patient and out-patient services to the residents of Thunder Bay and regional referral services to the residents of Northwestern Ontario. Operates the comprehensive cancer program for Northwestern Ontario. Provides the following programs and services: Ontario Breast Screening Program, Northwest Region Diagnostics Education In-patient and out-patient treatments Palliative care and end of life Prevention and screening Supportive Care Surgical treatments Tbaytel Tamarack House.

How to access: Call for information

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated July 2026

Referrals

Many hospital programs for older adults need a referral from a family doctor, nurse practitioner or Ontario Health atHome care coordinator. Here is what each program says:

  • Palliative Care: Call for information
  • Cancer Care: Call for information
  • Outpatient Rehabilitation: Physician or nurse practitioner referral required; cardiac stress test recommended pre-admission
  • Orthopedic Rehabilitation: Physician or Nurse Practitioner referral required

Location

Retirement communities nearby

Within about 10 km, nearest first.

Long-term care homes nearby

Home care in Thunder Bay

Private home care agencies that can help after a hospital stay. See our guide to leaving hospital in Ontario.

Other hospitals nearby

St. Joseph's Care Group

Rehabilitation and continuing care hospital

About 3.8 km away

  • Specialized Geriatric Services
  • Geriatric Outpatient Clinic
  • Geriatric Rehabilitation
  • Stroke Rehabilitation
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Frequently asked questions

Does Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre have an emergency department?

Yes. Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is listed in Ontario Health atHome's directory of emergency departments. In an emergency, call 911.

Does Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre offer rehabilitation?

Yes. It lists outpatient rehabilitation, orthopedic rehabilitation.

Does Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre offer palliative care?

Yes, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre lists palliative care services.

Location from the Ontario Ministry of Health's service provider locations; services from Ontario Health atHome's healthline directory. Senior Care Path is not affiliated with this hospital. Details change, so confirm with the hospital before you go.

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