The temporary closure of emergency services is necessary because of difficulties securing sufficient coverage for the on-call physician schedule during this time. For medical emergencies, the public is advised to call 911 or seek emergency services through the Community Hospital in O’Leary or the Prince County Hospital in Summerside. Island EMS is aware of the temporary closure and ready to respond in the West Prince area.

“We are committed to delivering high quality healthcare to our communities and residents of West Prince should be assured that, while we are experiencing challenges, our focus remains on ensuring the people of West Prince have consistent access to an effective and sustainable healthcare system,“ said Andrew MacDougall, Administrator of Western Hospital. “We are fortunate that there are other healthcare facilities within a short distance and that we are able to collaborate as a provincial system to provide the safest healthcare possible to all Islanders.”