informed about the latest updates by visiting the Medical shortages and Service Disruptions page. For information on ongoing reorganization steps, consult the newsletter .
Medical shortages
What is a medical shortage?
A medical shortage is the inability to provide services at a facility due to a lack of physicians. During a shortage, service corridors are established so that patients can be redirected to another hospital if necessary. At all times, patients have access to a transfer from their local area if needed, and staff will be available to receive them. Therefore, patients should present themselves at the hospital as usual to be assessed and referred as needed.
What medical shortage are currently underway?
The table below is updated every Friday. You can find information there regarding the following 7 days. Note that a rebate listed in the table may: not take place, be shortened, or continue beyond the indicated period.
| Facility (Hospital) | Number of shortage | Period |
| Amos | 0 | |
| La Sarre | 0 | |
| Rouyn-Noranda | 0 | |
| Senneterre | 0 | |
| Témiscaming-Kipawa | 0 | |
| Val-d'Or | 0 | |
Ville-Marie | 0 |
Service disruptions
What constitutes a service disruption?
A service disruption is the inability to provide services at a facility due to staff shortages or equipment failure. During a disruption, service corridors are established so that patients can be redirected to another facility if necessary.
What service disruptions are currently occurring?
The information below is updated every Friday and covers the following 7 days. Please note that a break listed on this page may not occur, may be shortened, or may continue beyond the indicated period.
- Closure of the active mental health rehabilitation unit at Malartic Hospital (12 beds).