How ClinicHub Helps Patients in Ontario
Stop calling clinic after clinic. See who's accepting new patients.
ClinicHub works with primary care clinics to reduce intake call overload and help patients navigate availability as clinics open and close intake — without repeated calls or dead ends. Check clinic intake status in your area and get notified when availability changes.
Why Primary Care Access Is Hard in Ontario
Understanding the challenge is the first step toward finding a solution.
Over 2.5 million Ontarians are currently without a family doctor. Physician shortages, uneven geographic distribution, and clinic capacity limits make finding a family doctor in Ontario increasingly difficult.
Most clinics pause intake when their patient panels are full—not because they don't want to help, but because they physically cannot take on more patients. Learn more about how primary care waitlists work in Ontario.
Without a central registry of clinic availability, patients are left calling clinic after clinic, often reaching voicemails that simply say "not accepting new patients" with no guidance on what to do next. ClinicHub changes this by providing real-time visibility into which clinics are accepting patients in your area.
How ClinicHub Works for You
1. Search by postal code
Enter the first three characters of your postal code (FSA) to see which clinics near you may be accepting new patients.
2. Check availability
ClinicHub displays up-to-date intake status directly from participating clinics—not delayed or centralized government directories, so patients don't have to guess.
3. Get alerts about openings
Receive a free weekly availability email, or upgrade for real-time SMS alerts when any local clinic opens intake.
Your Dashboard at a Glance
Track your location, manage alert preferences, and see which clinics are accepting — all in one place.
The patient dashboard — find accepting clinics near you and set up alerts for openings.
Why Patients Use ClinicHub
Save Time
No more calling clinic after clinic with no answers.
See Real Availability
Find clinics that may be accepting new patients—without relying on waitlists that rarely update.
Get Notified About Openings
Sign up for alerts and be the first to know when any nearby clinic opens intake.
Feel Supported, Not Dismissed
ClinicHub gives clear guidance and a path forward—something most callers never get.
Free to Use — Upgrade for SMS Alerts
Included at no cost:
- Search clinics
- View availability
- Receive a weekly digest of clinics with openings
Optional upgrade:
- Real-time SMS alerts when any nearby clinic opens intake
- Ideal if openings in your area fill quickly
Your Privacy Comes First
ClinicHub collects only the information needed to deliver availability alerts (postal code, email, SMS number).
All data is stored securely and handled in alignment with PHIPA principles.
FAQ for Patients
Common questions about using ClinicHub to find a family doctor in Ontario.
How do I use ClinicHub to find a clinic that's accepting new patients?
Enter the first three characters of your Ontario postal code (FSA) on ClinicHub to see which clinics near you may be accepting new patients. The platform shows real-time intake status from participating clinics—not outdated government directories—so you can make informed decisions without guessing.
Can I get notified when a clinic opens intake?
Yes. All patients receive a free weekly email digest showing clinics that have recently opened intake in their area. For faster notifications, you can upgrade to receive real-time SMS alerts the moment any nearby clinic opens—ideal if openings in your area fill quickly.
Do I have to call every clinic myself?
No. ClinicHub reduces the need to call clinic after clinic. By displaying current intake status online and sending alerts when availability changes, patients can focus on clinics that are actually accepting—rather than calling clinics that closed intake weeks ago.
Is my personal information shared with clinics?
ClinicHub collects only the information needed to deliver alerts: your postal code, email, and optionally your phone number for SMS alerts. Your information is stored securely and is not shared with clinics unless you contact them directly. All data handling aligns with PHIPA principles.
Why is it so hard to find a family doctor in Ontario?
Over 2.5 million Ontarians lack a family doctor due to physician shortages, uneven geographic distribution, and clinic capacity limits. Most clinics pause intake when their patient panels are full. Learn more about finding a family doctor in Ontario.
Is ClinicHub free to use?
Yes. Core features are free: search clinics by postal code, view intake status, and receive a weekly availability digest. For patients who need faster notifications, an optional paid upgrade provides real-time SMS alerts when clinics open intake in your area.
What You Can Do Today
Sign up to receive alerts when any clinic in your area opens intake for new patients.