How to Get Care at this Clinic
The Chemainus Health Centre offers a range of services, including urgent care, long-term care, laboratory services and medical imaging/radiology.
You can visit the Urgent Care Centre for serious health issues that are not life-threatening.
Walk-in only - no appointment necessary. Arrive early. Walk-in spots fill up fast. Check opening times before you go, in case the clinic is at capacity and no longer accepting patients that day.
When you arrive, a nurse or doctor will assess how urgent your condition is. You’ll be seen based on need — not the time you arrived.
When to Visit the Urgent Care Centre
Your family doctor or nurse practitioner knows your healthcare needs the best, call them first. If you can’t see them, visit this clinic for care for the following non-life-threatening health concerns.
When you arrive, a nurse or doctor will assess how urgent your condition is. Medical staff can run tests like X-rays or bloodwork and treat many issues on-site. If you need more advanced care, they can arrange for an ambulance to take you to the hospital. Wait times depend on how urgently you need care.
Common Illnesses
- Coughs, colds, sore throat (see health advice for when to come)
- Ear infections
- Urinary tract infections (also available through pharmacy)
- Allergic reactions or asthma (if you have trouble breathing, call 911)
- Skin conditions (rashes, skin irritation, minor wounds or itchy spots)
- Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and constipation
- Minor illnesses, fevers or infections in children
- Infections or abscesses
Minor Injuries
- Sprains and strains
- Stitches for cuts
- Suture removal
- Stabilizing you for hospital transport if needed
Reproductive and Sexual Health
- Pregnancy testing and options
- STI testing and treatment
- Support and care after sexual assault
Sign Up for a Doctor or Nurse Practitioner
If you don’t have a family doctor or nurse practitioner, you can register to be matched when one becomes available.
Visit: healthlinkbc.ca/health-connect-registry
When to use the Emergency Department (ER)
If you or someone in your care is experiencing a life-threatening medical condition or serious injury, do not hesitate to go to the nearest emergency department or call 9-1-1. To find examples of urgent medical conditions that require immediate care, visit islandhealth.ca/Find-Care.
Chemainus Health Centre
Learn more about the other services available through Chemainus Health Centre:
Adult Day Program
Personal care, activities, health monitoring and caregiver respite for clients with dementia. Some transportation is provided. Home and Community Care manages referrals.
Mobile Mammogram Clinic
Held at CHCC twice a year.
Call: 1-800-663-9203
In partnership with the CHCC Auxiliary
Lifeline
Home based monitoring and alert systems for people who live in the Chemainus, Saltair and Crofton areas.
Call: 250-246-3883
Meals-on-Wheels
Delivering nutritious meals to your home on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. There is a charge per meal and there may be a waitlist. For information call: 250-737-2040 ext. 42221
9909 Esplanade St
Chemainus, B.C.
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CHCC Urgent Care Unit
June 23: Closed
June 24: Closed
June 25: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
June 26: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
June 27: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
June 28: 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
June 29: 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
For updates to urgent care hours of operation please call 250-737-2040 extension 42227.
Physiotherapy
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
250-737-2040 ext. 42241
Appointments are necessary
