In some cases, you and your child will be transported to the Stollery in a medically-assisted flight. Your child’s care team will advise you if this will happen (in this case, bring a car seat with you for their travel home after discharge from the hospital). In other cases, you will need to plan your own travel to Edmonton.   By Air Edmonton is served by one major airport: the Edmonton International Airport (YEG). From the airport, ground transportation services, taxis and access to public transit are available to make your way to the Stollery or to your accommodation. Keep in mind that the airport is a fair distance from the hospital and city centre (approximately 20 kilometers). The cost of a taxi ride to the hospital or to Ronald McDonald House is about $65.00.   If you plan on taking public transit from the airport, use the ETS Trip Planner. The Sky Shuttle provides transport from the airport directly to the University Hospital (where the Stollery is located). This service is suspended at times (for example, due to COVID-19). Always check the Sky Shuttle website to ensure it is available. If you are driving to the hospital, you can get directions from your current location using Google Maps.   By Car Many families drive to Edmonton instead of flying. If you choose to do so, we recommend using Google Maps to plan your trip as directions to the hospital and your accommodation will vary based on where you are coming from. Keep in mind that Edmonton is a large city with high levels of traffic congestion, so plan your trip accordingly and leave ample time for delays.   Travel Support If you need assistance to help cover the cost of travel, support can be accessed from:   Hope Air - Arranges free flights so financially-disadvantaged Canadians can get the healthcare they need.   In addition, Social Workers (present at every hospital within the WCCHN network) can help you access financial support and resources. If you’d like to connect with a hospital Social Worker, speak to your care team at your home hospital.