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By LNN Staff

Starting 8am Nov. 5, 2025

Fort Macleod emergency department to temporarily close

Nov 4, 2025 | 5:05 PM

Due to an unexpected clinical personnel shortage and inability to secure coverage, the Fort Macleod Health Centre emergency department (ED) will temporarily close from 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 5, to 8 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 6, when it will reopen to provide 24-hour service.

During the temporary closure, AHS says nursing staff will remain on-site to provide care for long-term care residents.

Alberta Health Services (AHS) says it is working to ensure local residents continue to have access to the care they need during this time.

Patients are asked to call 911 if they have a medical emergency.AHS says EMS calls will be rerouted to Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge (49 km away). Patients seeking care can access emergency services at Chinook Regional Hospital, the Pincher Creek Health Centre, Cardston Health Centre or Claresholm Community Health Centre.

Residents are reminded to call Health Link at 811, which is available 24/7, for non-emergency, health-related questions. Individuals requiring non-emergency medical care are also encouraged to call their family physician.

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AHS says it is thankful for the support of surrounding healthcare centres and medical staff, and would like to thank the community for its patience and understanding during this time.