Emergency Health Services
What is a response time?
An ambulance response time is defined as the time from when the 9-1-1 call is received at the Public Safety Answering Point (9-1-1 Dispatch Centre) until the arrival of the first paramedic on scene.
How are response times...
Accessing ambulance services in Prince Edward Island
Ground ambulance services (emergency and non-urgent) are provided by Island EMS across the province 24/7/365.
Dial 9-1-1 to request an ambulance in an emergency.
Dial 1-877-660-6644 to book an...
If you have an urgent medical condition or are experiencing a life-threatening health crisis go to the closest open emergency department or call 911.
Examples of urgent medical conditions include:
discomfort or tightness in the chest,
unusual ...
Ambulance, Fire, Police: 9-1-1
Call 9-1-1 to report a fire, crime or health emergency for immediate help.
Operators will ask about the emergency and dispatch the police, fire department and/or an ambulance, as needed.
The service is available 24...
Call 911 to report a fire, report a crime, or save a life.
911
The 911 Administration Office is responsible for the province’s Emergency 911 (call answer/transfer) System under the Emergency 911 Act.
What happens when I call 911?
The 911 call-taker...
The Mental Health and Addictions Emergency Department & Short Stay Unit will be phasing in services beginning with 24/7 emergency, crisis care. Health PEI is working toward opening Short Stay Unit in the fall of 2024.
The Mental Health and...
Islanders who have hearing loss or speech impairments can use Text with 9-1-1 for emergency services.
What is required to use the Text with 911 service?
You need an active wireless subscription and supported cell phone to use the Text with 911 service...