Activating a hospital Patient phone differs slightly according to province. Refer to the steps that apply to you
Follow these easy steps
Newfoundland and Labrador
Call 709-724-4787 while at your residence. If in your St. John's hospital room, dial 4787. For hospitals outside St. John's, the number to dial is listed on the hospital phone.
New Brunswick
You can activate the phone in the hospital room by picking up the phone assigned to your bed and following the prompts. If you experience difficulty with this, dial 611 to speak to a Bell Aliant representative.
Nova Scotia
When at your residence, dial 1-800-760-8969. From the hospital room, dial either 499 or 899 (dependant on the hospital) to speak with a Bell Aliant Representative.
Prince Edward Island
When at your residence, dial 611. To activate a phone when calling from the hospital room, dial either 499 or 899 (dependant on the hospital) to speak with a Bell Aliant Representative.