If you think you have COVID-19 but are not experiencing symptoms or have mild symptoms (similar to a cold or flu), please do not come to the Emergency Department for testing. Our ED is not a COVID Testing Centre, and coming in risks exposing vulnerable people to the coronavirus.
Testing at our assessment centre is by appointment only – no walk-ins. If you meet the following eligibility criteria, please click below to book your appointment online. If you need assistance booking please call (807) 935-8101.
Testing at the COVID-19 Assessment Centre in the Medical Building at TBRHSC
This service is for anybody who is symptomatic falling into the following groups:
Other individuals with symptoms consistent with COVID-19 are presumed positive and they should follow isolation and/or self-monitoring guidelines.
New Appointment slots are released daily at 6:00 am.
Request for physician assessment and Covid-19 Therapy
This service is for anybody who is asymptomatic or symptomatic falling into the following groups:
Our hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Sunday. For more information, please call
(807) 935-8101.
You may need to wait outside before entering the building – please dress for the weather.
If you cannot make your appointment, please cancel it so we can release the spot to someone else who needs it.
We do not provide COVID-19 testing for travel.
If you have a positive result on a Rapid Antigen Test you are not eligible for a PCR test.
If you have had a positive test within the last 30 days we will not repeat the test unless you are exhibiting new/different symptoms or recommended by your Public Health Unit.
Not sure if you are eligible for testing? Take this self-assessment before you book.
Select one of the COVID testing options from the buttons above. Then, choose an appointment time and fill out your information. You will receive a confirmation email with further instructions.
If you need assistance with online booking, call 807-935-8100
Please wear a mask to your appointment. Arrive at the designated testing site 5 minutes before your appointment time.
The test is done by inserting a large q-tip into one of the nostrils. It is quick, but may cause some slight temporary discomfort.
Results turn around time varies greatly depending on local and provincial laboratory pressures and can take anywhere from 2-7 business days excluding the day of testing. If you test positive a Public Health representative will contact you directly.
You can also check for your results online here.
You will not be contacted for a negative test result.