Healthcare in Waterloo Region
There are many healthcare services in Waterloo Region including:
In Ontario, the government pays for most basic healthcare with the Ontario Health Insurance Program (OHIP). See the Healthcare System to find out what healthcare you get as a Canadian resident and how to find the services you need.
Waterloo Region has several hospitals and urgent care clinics. Visit Emergency and Urgent Care Services to learn what to do in case of an emergency.
Waterloo Region, like many other areas in Ontario, has a shortage of doctors, so finding one can be difficult. The Finding a Doctor page has tips for finding a family doctor.
Community Health Centres offer information, health services, and other programs that may interest newcomers. Go to Settlement.org for information about Community Health Centres - where to locate them and what programs they offer.
Region of Waterloo Public Health has information about many health topics. They work to promote healthy living, protect against health threats, and prevent disease and injury.
Find information on many other health services on the Additional Health Information page.