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IWK

Halifax, Nova Scotia+1 888-470-5888;+1 902-470-8888★★★★★47 reviews
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IWK in Halifax, Nova Scotia
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About IWK

IWK is a urgent care centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The clinic has a 4/5 rating based on 7 patient reviews on Google.

IWK is open 7 days a week. It is open 24 hours on weekdays.

For wait times or more information, call +1 888-470-5888;+1 902-470-8888. Visit their website for more details.

Good to know

Visit type
Urgent care for same-day issues
Hours
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
Coverage
Covered by Nova Scotia MSI with a valid health card

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4.0Very good
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Hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

Hours last checked September 2026.

Hours can change on holidays, and walk-in clinics often stop taking new patients before closing. Call ahead to check.

Questions patients ask

What are IWK's hours?

IWK is open Monday to Sunday Open 24 hours. Hours can change on holidays, so it is worth calling ahead at +1 888-470-5888;+1 902-470-8888 before visiting.

Is IWK open on weekends?

Yes. IWK is open Saturday Open 24 hours and Sunday Open 24 hours.

What is IWK's phone number?

You can reach IWK at +1 888-470-5888;+1 902-470-8888.

Is a visit to IWK covered by provincial health insurance?

Medically necessary physician services are covered by Nova Scotia MSI when you present a valid Nova Scotia health card. Bring it with you. Services such as sick notes, travel vaccinations, and medical forms usually carry a fee that is not covered.

How is IWK rated?

IWK holds 4 out of 5 on Google, based on 7 patient reviews.

Do I need an appointment at IWK?

IWK is listed as an urgent care location, so patients are generally seen without an appointment. Wait times vary with the time of day and how busy the clinic is. Call ahead at +1 888-470-5888;+1 902-470-8888 to confirm they are accepting walk-ins.

Health coverage

Public health coverage in Nova Scotia is administered through Nova Scotia MSI, which sets out what is covered and how to get a health card. For how public coverage works across the country, see Health Canada's overview of Canada's health care system.

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For a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.

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