On April 10, 2026, Quebec's emergency departments showed a slight overall reduction in volume compared to late March, with 1,578 patients currently waiting and 4,418 total patients in ERs. According to urgencesquebec.com historical data, total stretcher occupancy stands at 91%, reflecting a slight improvement from the 94% recorded 11 days ago. Despite this downward trend in total numbers, several regions remain under extreme pressure, particularly Laval and Lanaudière, where occupancy rates exceed 130%.
Geographically, Montreal and Montérégie continue to handle the highest patient volumes, with Hôpital Charles-Le Moyne and Hôpital Pierre-Le Gardeur reporting the highest number of patients waiting. Conversely, regions such as Estrie and Nord-du-Québec are experiencing relatively manageable conditions with occupancy rates below 70%. The latest snapshot suggests a stabilization in demand across most facilities, though individual urban centers still face critical capacity issues.