A study released by the Montreal Economic Institute shows that, in 2025, the average waiting period for patients in Quebec's emergency departments fell by 11 minutes compared with the previous year. The institute's analysis examined wait‑time data across the province and identified the reduction as a measurable improvement in a key health‑system performance indicator.
Emergency department wait times are routinely tracked by health authorities as a benchmark of system efficiency and patient access to urgent care. The latest figures suggest that the province experienced a modest but quantifiable shortening of the time patients spend before receiving medical attention in emergency settings. While the study does not attribute the change to specific policies or operational adjustments, the data provide a snapshot of performance trends within Quebec's hospitals.
The Montreal Economic Institute's report adds to the ongoing monitoring of health‑care metrics that inform policymakers, administrators and the public. By highlighting an 11‑minute decrease, the findings underscore the importance of continuous measurement and reporting in assessing the effectiveness of emergency services. The results will likely be incorporated into broader evaluations of the province's health‑care delivery, offering a reference point for future comparisons and potential improvements.