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How FindOpenClinic works

A free, community-driven directory that helps Canadians find clinics that may be accepting new patients. Status is reported by the community and should always be confirmed by phone before you visit. Today the board lists 401 clinics across 112 cities in 10 provinces and 2 territories. See coverage across Canada or the full city list.

A one-minute overview of how the board works.

What it is

FindOpenClinic lists medical clinics across Canada with their reported patient-acceptance status. You can search by location, browse by province or territory and city, and open a clinic's detail page for address, phone number, and a link to Google Maps for directions. The platform does not book appointments or provide medical advice.

How community reports work

Anyone can report when a clinic starts or stops accepting new patients. Each listing shows when its status was last updated. Clinic staff can claim and manage their own listing after approval; see how it works for clinics. Because capacity changes quickly, community reports are a starting point—not a guarantee of availability.

Confirm before you go

Always call the clinic directly to confirm they are accepting new patients, ask about registration requirements, and check appointment availability. FindOpenClinic is not for emergencies.

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