Distribution of departmental length of stay during 8-hour periods before arrival index within and across provinces (2010–2014)
| Province | Length of stay, hr | |
|---|---|---|
| Mean ± SD | Median (IQR) | |
| Ontario | 3.6 ± 1.1 | 3.5 (2.9–4.2) |
| Manitoba | 2.9 ± 1.3 | 2.8 (2.3–3.4) |
| Alberta | 3.4 ± 0.9 | 3.2 (2.7–3.9) |
| British Columbia | 3.5 ± 0.9 | 3.5 (2.9–4.1) |
Note: IQR = interquartile range, SD = standard deviation.