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Guide to booking a COVID-19 vaccine in the GTA: Who, where and how

By Meredith Bond

Posted April 7, 2021 1:44 pm.

Last Updated August 18, 2021 6:55 am.

As of May 23, all residents 12 years of age or older will be eligible to book their COVID-19 vaccine. Each region has their own distribution plan which can cause some confusion when residents attempt to book appointments.

Here is a full list of where they can get a vaccination based on where they live in the GTA and how you can book an appointment:

Those currently eligible for a shortened second dose interval are (anyone eligible can book a second dose through the province’s booking system ):

• Children and youth between the ages of 12 and 17 are eligible to book a second-dose appointment to receive the Pfizer vaccine
• All Ontarians 18 and over who received a first dose of an mRNA vaccine are able to book their second shot ahead of schedule

This page will be updated as the criteria for vaccines is updated.

Where to get a vaccine in Toronto and who is eligible

Toronto has been utilizing mass immunization clinics, pharmacies and hospital clinics to rollout the COVID-19 vaccine to residents.

The city will also be using mobile and pop-up clinics.

Pharmacies:

• Anyone over the age of 12 can also book an appointment at select pharmacies for the Pfizer vaccine. Use the province’s pharmacy locator to book a vaccine. 
• AstraZeneca is currently not being offered for first doses anymore, but select pharmacies are offering second doses of the vaccine.
• To book an appointment, you have to go through the pharmacy website. A full list of the participating pharmacies can be found here.
• Some of the pharmacies will be conducting 24/7 vaccinations, 11 of which are in Toronto. The full list can be found here.

Mass immunization clinics:

• Anyone over the age of 12 in Toronto can book an appointment at a city mass immunization clinic or walk-in between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m.
• You can book an appointment using the Ontario COVID-19 vaccination portal or by calling 1-833-943-3900.
• Metro Toronto Convention Centre
• Scarborough Town Centre
• Toronto Congress Centre
• East York Town Centre
• Mitchell Field Arena
• Malvern Community Recreation Centre
• The Hangar Sport & Event Centre
• Carmine Stefano Community Centre
• Cloverdale Mall

Hospital immunization clinics:

• To book an appointment at a hospital immunization clinic, you can visit this page and find the hospital clinic in your catchment area. You can book online or by calling this number 1-888-385-1910 for assistance with booking and eligibility.
• Each hospital clinic has different eligibility requirements listed on their website. Some of the clinics require you to live or receive care from a primary care physician in your area to qualify.

Mobile and pop-up clinics:

• Toronto will be utilizing mobile and pop-up clinics to vaccinate those 12+ in hotspot neighbourhoods. For the most updated information by the minute on pop-up clinics, click here.
• Community groups, including faith-based organizations, employers and other community organizations, will be organizing the pop-up and mobile clinics.
• First doses: 12+ in M postal code
• Second doses: 12+ who live, work or attend school in these specific postal codes and meet second-dose eligibility
• Drop-in clinic is open 12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on July 22
• First doses: 12+ who live, work or attend school in M postal code
• Second doses: 12+ who live, work or attend school in M postal code and meet second-dose eligibility
• Drop-in clinic is open 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. (or until supply lasts) on July 22
• Second doses: 12+ who live, work or attend school in  M postal code and meet second-dose eligibility
• Drop-in and appointment clinic is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 22
• First and second doses: 12+ who live, work or attend school in M postal code, must meet second-dose eligibility
• Clinic is open 12 p.m. to 8:30 on July 22
• First doses: 12+ who live, work or attend school in a Sprint 2.0 postal code
• Second doses: 12+ who live, work or attend school in a Sprint 2.0 postal code and meet second-dose eligibility
• Sprint 2.0 postal codes:  M1B M1E M1G M1J M1K M1L M1P M1R M1S M1T M2H M2J M2K M2N M2R M3A M3C M3J M3K M3L M3M M3N M4A M4B M4C M4H M4P M4X M5T M6A M6B M6E M6L M6M M6N M8W M8Y M9C M9L M9M M9N M9R M9V M9W
• Drop-in is open 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on July 22
• Sprint 2.0 postal codes:  M1B M1E M1G M1J M1K M1L M1P M1R M1S M1T M2H M2J M2K M2N M2R M3A M3C M3J M3K M3L M3M M3
• Drop-in clinic is 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (or until supply lasts) on July 22
• Drop-in clinic is open 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. (or until supply lasts) on July 22
• First doses and second doses: 12+ in any postal code
• Drop-in clinic is open 2 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (or until supply lasts) on July 22
• First doses: 12+ in any postal code
• Second doses: 12+ who live, work or attend school in any M postal code and meet second-dose eligibility
• Drop-in clinic is open 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. (or until supply lasts) on July 23
• Second doses: 12+ who live in any postal code and meet second-dose eligibility
• Clinic hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. / Saturdays: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• People who are 12 years of age and older residing in High Risk Areas. Check postal code list here .
• To see the rest of the eligible criteria, click here
• To book your vaccine appointment, click here

Where to get a vaccine in Peel Region and who is eligible

In Peel Region, they are utilizing seven immunization clinics, four hospital clinics and pharmacies for their COVID-19 vaccine rollout.

Immunization Clinics:

Using the provincial booking system:

• Anyone over the age of 12 is eligible to book an appointment. Walk-ins are also available
• You can book an appointment using the Ontario COVID-19 vaccination portal or by calling 905-791-5202
• Some of the pharmacies will be conducting 24/7 vaccinations, seven of which are in Peel. The full list can be found here.

Hospital Clinics:

• All residents 12+ are eligible to be vaccinated within William Osler and Trillium Health Partners Clinics
• To book an appointment at the William Osler Health System clinics, you can book online or by phone at 905-494-6685.
• To book an appointment at Trillium Health Partners (THP) Clinics, you can use their online booking tool .

Mobile clinics:

• Peel region will be utilizing mobile and pop-up clinics to vaccinate those 12+ in hotspot neighbourhoods. They will be focused on high-risk congregate settings, residential buildings, faith-based locations, and locations occupied by large employers.
• Details of when and how the clinics will be rolled out have not been released at this time.
• Drop-in clinic is open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (or until supply lasts) on July 22
•  First & Second doses: 12+ who live/work/attend school in Peel OR are a staff/student at any Sheridan College campus
• Drop-in clinic is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Maple Lodge Farms will also will be sponsoring a pop-up vaccination clinic for the surrounding community at a time and location yet to be determined in consultation with Peel Public Health.

Where to get a COVID-19 vaccine in York Region and who is eligible

York Region has utilized 10 immunizations clinics and pop-up clinics to focus on different eligible populations. Pharmacies in York are also offering the COVID-19 vaccine.

Clinics for those 12+ and other eligible groups:

• All residents who are 12 and older eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
• Georgina Ice Palace
• Richmond Green Centre
• Trisan Centre
• Canada’s Wonderland (drive-thru vaccination clinic)
• Ray Twinney Complex
• Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital
• Maple Community Centre
• Aaiin Community Centre
• Cornell Community Centre
• To book an appointment, click here or call 1-877-464-9675
• Anyone over the age of 12 can also book an appointment at select pharmacies for the Moderna and Pfizer vaccine. Use the province’s pharmacy locator to book a vaccine.
• Some of the pharmacies will be conducting 24/7 vaccinations, one of which is in York. The full list can be found here.

Pop-up clinics:

• Individuals 12 years of age and older living, working or going to school in the Town of Aurora;
• Book an appointment here .
• Individuals 18 years of age and older living or working in York Region;

Where to get the COVID-19 vaccine in Halton Region and who is eligible

Halton Region is utilizing five immunization clinics, and a hospital clinic to vaccinate their population against COVID-19.

Child care workers in licensed child care settings are now eligible to book their COVID-19 appointment. The booking will available by phone only through the Provincial Vaccine Information Line at 1-888-999-6488.

Immunization clinics: 

• To book an appointment, Halton Region is using their own online booking tool. Click here to book an appointment.
• All residents 18+ are eligible to book a COVID-19 appointment. Youth 12-17 will be eligible to be vaccinated as of May 31.
• Burlington: Compass Point Bible Church, 1500 Kerns Road
• Burlington: Gary Allan Learning Centre, 3250 New Street
• Burlington: Joseph Brant Hospital, 1245 Lakeshore Road
• Halton Hills: Gellert Community Centre, 10241 Eighth Line
• Milton: First Ontario Arts Centre Milton, 1010 Main Street East
• Oakville: St. Volodymyr Cultural Centre, 1280 Dundas Street West

Hospital Clinic:

• Oakville Trafalgar Hospital is administering COVID-19 vaccines to all eligible populations. Click here to book an appointment.

Where to get the COVID-19 vaccine in Durham Region and who is eligible

Durham Region is using immunization clinics, pop-up clinics and pharmacies to vaccinate their populations against COVID-19.

Immunization clinics:

• To book an appointment at Durham Region’s immunization clinics, click here or call 1-888-444-5113. Walk-ins are also accepted.
• All residents aged 12+ are eligible to book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment.
• Audley Recreation Centre
• Uxbridge Arena
• Scugog Arena
• Rick MacLeish Memorial Community Centre Arena*
• The Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex
• Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex Arena
• Durham College and Ontario Tech University
• McKinney Centre
• Anyone over the age of 18 can also book an appointment at select pharmacies for the Moderna vaccine. Use the province’s pharmacy locator to book a vaccine.

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Here's what you need to know about getting the COVID-19 vaccine in the GTA

Pharmacist Barbara Violo shows off a vial of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 in Toronto on Friday, March 12, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

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Nearly a year after the first infection was found in the province, Ontario reached a significant milestone in the fight against COVID-19 on Dec. 14, 2020.

On that date, the first dose of a vaccine against the novel coronavirus was administered in the province.

Now, as more doses become available and more needles go into arms across the province, many questions remain.  

WHO CAN GET VACCINATED RIGHT NOW?

55 and older: The province launched an online booking system for mass immunizations. As of April 30, anyone 55 years of age who lives in a region using this booking system can now sign up for a shot.This age threshold is expected to drop every week through the month of May until everyone over the age of 18 is eligible.

40 and older: Residents who are 40 years of age and over can get the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine at pharmacies and doctor’s offices. Here is the full list of pharmacies.

60 and under with a health condition: The province says that hospitals and primary care providers will be contacting eligible patients with a high-risk condition to get a COVID-19 vaccine. These individuals will get the vaccine at their primary place of care, but officials say they will "shortly" be able to book through the provincial system.

Education workers : Education workers across Ontario who provide daily support to students with special education needs are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. In addition, all education workers who live or work in high-risk neighbourhoods in Toronto and Peel Region will be able to get their vaccine.

Child-care workers : Ontario child-care workers in licensed facilities are now eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Officials say that a letter will be provided to workers by their employer and that letter must be present at the vaccination appointment. Those in this group must book an appointment using the province's call centre.

45 and older in a Toronto and Peel hot spot: Residents of Toronto and Peel Region who are living in high-risk neighbourhoods and who are aged 45 and older can now schedule their COVID-19 vaccine appointment through the provincial booking system.

45 and older in a York hot spot: In York Region, adults aged 45 and older living in the following priority neighbourhoods are able to get the vaccine: L4L, L6A, L4K, L4J and L3S.

18 and older: On April 7, the province announced that any adult over the age of 18 in the following priority neighbourhoods can also get the COVID-19 vaccine at mobile and pop-up clinics. These clinics will be organized by local community groups. Individuals should book an appointment through their local public health unit.

WHERE DO I SIGN UP?

The Ontario government has launched a web portal to help with booking appointments for the general population. The portal went live at 8 a.m. on March 15.

For those with a red and white health card, or anyone who is not comfortable using the online tool, the province has also launched a call centre. The Provincial Vaccine Information Line number is 1-888-999-6488.

As part of their individual strategies, each local public health unit will outline where residents can sign up to receive their vaccine. Residents in the regions of Durham, Halton and Peel will not be able to use the province’s web portal, as they have opted to stick with their own booking systems.

On March 15, the province released a list of which public health unit was using their portal.

Some individual hospitals are also using their own booking system, found on their websites.The University Health Network is allowing people between the ages of 18 and 49 who live in the M5V, M6E and M6H postal codes to register for their first dose of the vaccine.

Hamilton: Hamilton residents turning 70 years old this year or older can book an appointment using the province’s booking portal. Anyone in that age category unable to use the portal or who may not have a valid Ontario photo health card should call the public health unit’s COVID-19 hotline at 905-974-9848 and choosing option seven.

York Region: Residents in York Region will transition to using both the provincial online booking tool and the provincial call centre. More information can be found here. York Region has said that it is now vaccinated residents aged 70 and over.

Peel Region: Residents in Peel Region has opted to use their own online booking tool or phone line to book vaccinations. Officials said residents in the 50+ age category, or their caregiver, can book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment at the William Osler Health System Vaccine Clinic through an online booking tool or by phone at 905-494-2120, ext. 56685.

Halton Region: Officials said an online booking system is available or residents can call 311 if assistance is required. Halton has said that it is now vaccinated residents aged 70 and over.

Durham Region: Officials said an online booking system is available.

Toronto: Officials have set up a website that allows residents to pre-register or book a vaccine appointment , but will transfer to the provincial booking portal and call centre on March 15. Mass vaccination clinics in Toronto are scheduled to begin administering doses of the vaccine on March 17.  

WHO IS NEXT IN LINE?

On April 29, the Ontario government released a new "anticipated timeline" for when people can expect to become eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.

A full timeline of who will become eligible throughout the month of May can be found here.

This includes organ transplant recipients, hematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients, neurological diseases, haematological malignancy diagnosis, kidney disease, pregnancy, and essential caregivers of anyone with these conditions.

What is considered high-risk health conditions?

This includes people with a body mass index over 40, those receiving treatments that cause suppression of the immune system and individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

What is an at-risk health condition?

This lengthy list includes people with immune deficiencies, stroke or cerebrovascular disease, dementia, diabetes, liver disease, cancer, respiratory disease, heart disease, hypertension with end organ damage, diagnosis of mental disorder substance use disorder, sickle cell disease, thalassemia, immunocompromising health conditions, and other disabilities.

Who is in group 1 of those who cannot work from home?

This includes elementary and secondary school workers, workers who respond to critical events, people in enforcement, inspection and compliance roles such as law enforcement, workers in childcare, foster care agency workers, agriculture and farm workers, and funeral, crematorium and cemetery workers.

Who is in group 2 of those who cannot work from home?

This includes essential and critical retail workers, those in manufacturing industries directly involved in supporting the COVID-19 response and other essential businesses and services with a heightened risk of outbreak, social workers, transportation, warehousing and distribution workers, courts and justice system workers, electricity, communications infrastructure workers, water and wastewater management workers, financial service workers, veterinarian teams, waste management workers, oil and petroleum workers, natural gas and propane gas workers, mine workers and uranium processing workers.

Retail workers include anyone working at grocery stores, food banks, pharmacies, ServiceOntario, ServiceCanada, Passport Canada, wholesalers and general goods, restaurants and LCBOs.

WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW BEFORE REGISTERING?

• You will be asked to stay for 15 to 30 minutes after receiving the dose to monitor for any adverse events
• As with all other medications and vaccines, the COVID-19 shot can cause side effects – the most frequent adverse reactions were typically mild or moderate in intensity and resolved within a few days
• Some of the potential side effects include; pain at injection site, fatigue, headache, muscle or joint pain, chills, fever, swollen glands, diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, enlarged lymph nodes in your underarm

WHERE ARE THE VACCINES BEING ADMINISTERED?

All of Ontario’s local public health units will announce plans on where the vaccine will be distributed as doses become more widely available. The Ministry of Health said plans could include administering vaccines at mass immunization clinics in convention centres, warehouses or retail spaces, as well as pharmacies and physicians’ offices.

Currently, vaccines are being administered at clinics, hospitals, long-term care homes, retirement homes, and First Nations using mobile units. As of April 1, more than 750 pharmacies began offering the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to residents aged 60 and up.

• FULL LIST: Pharmacies offering the COVID-19 vaccine in Toronto

Some primary care professionals in Hamilton, Toronto, Guelph, Peterborough, Simcoe-Muskoka and Peel Region will also be contacting patients between the ages of 60 and 64 to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

When supply is available the following clinic sites are ready to open, according to each local public health unit.

Toronto - The following locations are open:

• Metro Toronto Convention Centre – 255 Front Street West
• Scarborough Town Centre – 300 Borough Drive
• Toronto Congress Centree – 650 Dixon Road
• East York Town Centre - 45 Overlea Boulevard
• Mitchell Field Arena – 89 Church Avenue
• Malvern Community Recreation Centre – 30 Sewells Road
• The Hangar Sports & Event Centre –75 Carl Hall Road.

Officials said on March 1 that there will be more than 350 different locations administering COVID-19 vaccines in the city once supply improves. A full list of vaccination sites can be found here.

York Region

• Cornell Community Centre – 3201 Bur Oak Avenue in Markham
• Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital – Major Mackenzie Drive West in Vaughan
• Ray Twinney Complex – 100 Eagle Street West in Newmarket
• Aaniin Community Centre – 5665 14th Avenue in Markham
• Maple Community Centre – 10190 Keele Street in Vaughan
• Richmond Green Sports Centre – 1300 Elgin Mills Road East in Richmond Hill
• Georgina Ice Palace – 90 Wexford Drive in Georgina
• Canada's Wonderland - 1 Canada's Wonderland Drive

Peel Region

• 7120 Hurontario Street in Mississauga
• 10 Peel Centre Drive in Brampton
• Caledon East Community Complex – 6215 Old Church Road in Caledon East
• Brampton Soccer Centre – 1495 Sandalwood Parkway East in Brampton
• Paramount Fine Foods Centre, Sportsplex C – 5600 Rose Cherry Place in Mississauga

Durham Region

• Durham College in Oshawa
• Ontario Tech University in Oshawa
• Chestnut Hills Development Complex – 1867 Valley Farm Road in Pickering

Halton Region

• Gellert Community Centre – 10241 Eighth Line in Georgetown
• St. Volodymyr Culture Centre – 1280 Dundas Street West in Oakville
• Compass Point Bible Church – 1500 Kerns Road in Burlington
• FirstOntairo Arts Centre – 1010 Main Street East in Milton
• Joseph Brant Hospital – 1245 Lakeshore Road in Burlington
• St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton – 100 West 5th Street
• Saltfleet Community Centre – 605 Regional Road 8 in Stoney Creek
• Ancaster Rotary Club/Morgan Firestone – 385 Jerseyville Road West in Ancaster
• Dundas Community Centre – 10 Market Street South in Dundas
• Harry Howell Arena – 27 Highway 5 West in Flamborough

WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO MY APPOINTMENT?

• Ontario health card
• If you do not have an Ontario health care you are asked to bring another piece of photo identification that is government-issued, such as a drivers licence, passport, status card or other provincial health cards
• Immunization record to keep track of this vaccine and others
• Assistive devices as needed
• Reading glasses and/or hearing air if required
• Support person if required
• You should take your regular medication and eat meals as per usual
• Do not wear any scented products
• Wear a loose-fitting top so health-care provider can easily access your arm for the vaccination

WHEN DO I GET MY SECOND DOSE?

Initially, Ontario residents receiving the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine were advised to receive their second dose 21 days after the first dose. As well, those receiving the Moderna vaccine were advised to receive their second dose within 28 days of their first.

On Feb. 14, the provincial government said all second dose appointments for the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine will be conducted within 35 days and no later than 42 days of receiving the first dose to increase availability during a supply-limited time. This new messaging does not apply to residents of long-term care, high-risk retirement and First Nations elder care homes, as well as residents of other types of congregate care homes for seniors and those 80 years of age or older.

WHO DO I CONTACT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS?

Residents of Ontario can contact their local public health unit for further information on vaccine rollout plans.

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A unique sort of scavenger hunt cropped up across the Greater Toronto Area this weekend: the search for COVID-19 vaccines. 

Lineups grew outside various pop-up clinics on Saturday and Sunday as GTA residents heard word on social media or through word-of-mouth of available vaccines — and then scrambled to get their first jabs. 

The province quietly announced Friday that 140 pharmacies would offer COVID-19 vaccines over the weekend to all adults in some Ontario hot spots , a shift made to align with provincial efforts to protect the most vulnerable amid a third wave of infections.

Ontario said people wouldn't be asked to provide proof of their residence in a hot spot, but pharmacists would need to verify recipients were at least 18 years old.

Though there is a list online  of pharmacies administering shots, non-profit organizations like Vaccine Hunters Canada   compiled information on where pop-up clinics were located and shared it online. 

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It's because of volunteers like those that people stay informed, said Dr. Andrew Boozary, a Toronto physician and executive director of the social medicine program at the United Health Network.

But he says the use of social media as a key communicator of important vaccine information poses an equality issue. 

"We know that we need a more comprehensive system approach because we're losing a lot of people who aren't on social media, who obviously have other barriers in their lives about how to get out to the vaccine," said Boozary.

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Moving forward, he said it's going to be crucial to ensure the message gets out to people who need vaccines the most, specifically residents in high-risk neighbourhoods. 

What the province needs, he added, is a doubling down on community organizations to provide support to those in need of a vaccine. 

"That is one of the challenges we're still facing from an equity perspective," Boozary said. 

"[We need to ensure] that there are a whole range of mediums that the message is getting out and that we're helping people who need the vaccine." 

Social media users poke fun at the scramble 

Several TikTok users poked fun at scenes of people flocking to various pop-up clinics. 

Others spoke to Canada's vaccination rollout as a whole. 

A DJ even set up at a small booth at a pop-up clinic in North York in hopes of entertaining those enduring long lines. 

Despite the scramble, Boozary said it's a good thing that people are showing urgency when it comes to getting vaccinated. 

"It's great to see people going out to get the vaccine ... and people willing to drive all over the city to do what they can to protect themselves and their loved ones," he said. 

'Please get vaccinated'

That message is shared by many leaders across the country. 

Federal Health Minister Patty Hajdu spoke with Rosemary Barton, CBC's chief political correspondent, on Sunday, urging all Canadians to get vaccinated as soon as they are eligible — and able — to do so. 

"We keep saying, when it's your turn, please get vaccinated," she said. 

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Hajdu added that there's "clearly no silver bullet in the pandemic," and that it's in "all of our hands" to stop a potential fourth wave of the virus. 

"We can see the finish line, for sure, but that doesn't mean that the hard work ends today, or ends in two months," Hajdu said. 

"We'll have this powerful tool of vaccinations, but all of us have to work together."  

With files from Talia Ricci

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• Make sure they are up- to- date on all routine vaccines before their trip.
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• Hepatitis B
• Yellow fever
• Japanese encephalitis
• Meningococcal diseases

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Travel vaccinations

Measles cases are increasing worldwide.

Before travelling, check that you and your family have received the recommended measles vaccinations.

Do not travel if you have symptoms of measles or have been in contact with someone with measles.

If you develop symptoms of measles after your return to Canada, call a health care provider right away.

Global Measles Notice

When travelling outside Canada, you may be at risk for a number of vaccine preventable illnesses.

You should consult a health care provider or visit a travel health clinic preferably six weeks before you travel. This is an opportunity to:

• review your immunization history
• make sure your provincial/territorial vaccination schedule is up-to-date
• discuss any trip-related health concerns you may have
• assess your needs based on where you plan to travel and what you plan to do

You may need additional vaccinations depending on your age, planned travel activities and local conditions. Preventing disease through vaccination is a lifelong process.

Use the reference below to determine which vaccinations may be recommended or required for your destination.

Vaccination recommendations by destination

Yellow fever vaccination.

Some countries require proof that you have received a yellow fever vaccination before allowing you to enter the country. Consult an embassy or consulate of your destination country in Canada for up-to-date information on its entry and exit requirements before you travel abroad.

Other countries may require you to have been vaccinated for yellow fever if you have passed through an area where yellow fever may occur .

Proof of vaccination must be documented on an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis . You must carry the original certificate with you.

In Canada, the vaccination is only given at designated yellow fever vaccination centres .

Immunization records

• Download the free CANImmunize app from the iOS App Store or Google Play, and manage your family’s vaccination records on the go.
• Carry copies of your family’s immunization records while you travel and leave the originals at home.
• Sickness or injury
• Travel Advice and Advisories
• If you get sick after travelling
• Receiving medical care in other countries
• Travel health kit
• Travel insurance
• Well on Your Way - A Canadian’s Guide to Healthy Travel Abroad
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada , Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC)
• Recommended Immunization Schedules , PHAC

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Only 3% of Canadian adults are fully vaccinated. Keeping your adult vaccinations up to date is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones against many preventable diseases and their potentially serious complications. Health Canada recommends that adults not rely on their childhood vaccinations alone, but instead continue to vaccinate throughout their lives. Read on to learn more about Pharmasave’s Adult Vaccination Services.

WHY VACCINATE AS AN ADULT ?

Vaccines aren’t just for kids adults need vaccines too.

Keeping your vaccines up to date as an adult not only protects you, but also protects the vulnerable people who may be around you – young children, pregnant women and their babies, the elderly, the immunocompromised, and those who haven’t received an immunization yet.

Did you know that as we age our vaccine-acquired immunity decreases? Staying up to date on your adult vaccinations is an important way to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases, to reduce the spread of these diseases and to decrease complications if you do get sick.

Check with your Pharmasave pharmacist if:

• You’re not sure if you received your vaccines as a child or need to catch up
• You are trying to get pregnant or you are already pregnant
• You think you need a booster to increase the protection from a vaccine you had some time ago
• You are planning to travel
• You grew up in another country where the vaccination program may have been different from Canada’s current program
• You are immunocompromised
• You are older than 50
• You develop a chronic disease
• Your employer requires vaccination(s) due to exposure (healthcare workers, emergency responders, residential institution workers and more)

If you are not sure whether you are up to date with your vaccines, or if you aren’t sure about where to start, your Pharmasave pharmacist can help.

RESOURCE LINKS:

• Immunize Canada’s Q&A for Adult Vaccinations
• Pharmasave’s Immunization Record Booklet
• Personal Immunization Record Sheet

I'M 50+ HOW ARE MY NEEDS DIFFERENT?

How our immune system changes.

Our immune system weakens as we get older, especially once we reach 50 years of age. This makes us more vulnerable to vaccine-preventable diseases. It’s also true that the protection that we had gained against vaccine-preventable diseases from previous vaccinations decreases over time. That’s why adult vaccinations and boosters become increasingly important as we age.

Examples of recommended vaccines needed for older adults:

• Influenza (Flu)
• Tetanus and Diphtheria (Td)
• Pertussis (Whooping cough)
• Pneumococcal (Pneumonia)
• Varicella Zoster (Chickenpox)
• Herpes Zoster (Shingles)
• Hepatitis A and B

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• Picking the right vaccination for older adults

WHICH VACCINES ARE FOR ME?

Protecting yourself with vaccinations.

The type and number of vaccinations you might need depend on several factors including health, medical conditions, age, vaccination history, pregnancy, type of employment, and more. Your Pharmasave pharmacist can help determine which vaccinations are recommended for your individual needs.

Recommended vaccinations for adults in Canada*:

• Herpes Zoster (Shingles) see video
• Pneumococcal polysaccharide (Pneumonia) see video
• Hepatitis A and B see video
• Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) see video
• Human Papillomavirus (HPV) see video
• Measles, Mumps and Rubella see video
• Meningococcal (Meningitis) see video
• Pneumococcal conjugate (Pneumonia)

*Some vaccinations are government funded and some are private.

Planning on Travelling? Don’t forget about your travel vaccinations. Some vaccinations require a series of doses to be protected.

Plan ahead and talk to your Pharmasave pharmacist about where you are travelling and which vaccinations are recommended*.

*Select locations may offer comprehensive travel consultations.

• Heath Canada: Vaccination for adults
• Keep track of your vaccinations with the free Canadian CanImmunize app
• Staying up to date

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• Arrive at your appointment well hydrated
• Wear loose clothing with short sleeves
• You may be asked to stay in the pharmacy for 15 minutes or as determined by the pharmacist for observation

Staff and community members who aren’t feeling well, or have been told to self-isolate, please do not come to the pharmacy. Contact your pharmacy to reschedule your appointment.

To ensure that you and our staff are well-protected during the time spent in our pharmacies, there may be some safety protocols required at your local Pharmasave pharmacy . 

Every Pharmacy offers a variety of different vaccination services. Please contact your location for specific details.

Did you know that you can get more than one vaccination during your appointment? Ask your Pharmasave pharmacist which ones you can get at the same time.

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• Vaccination Care and Consent Form
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• Health Canada: vaccine safety

PREGNANCY AND VACCINATIONS

Staying healthy while pregnant.

It is a good time to review your vaccination status when you are pregnant or planning to be pregnant.

Planning on having a baby?

There are certain vaccinations that are better to receive before becoming pregnant. Plan ahead and speak to your pharmacist today about which vaccinations address your unique needs. Having a vaccination strategy in place is part of having a healthy pregnancy plan.

Did you know that pregnant women are encouraged by Health Canada to update their childhood vaccinations during their pregnancy? The protective antibodies that a pregnant woman develops as a result of getting vaccinated are then passed onto her unborn baby to protect them through the pregnancy.

Recommended vaccinations during pregnancy*:

• Inactivated Influenza (Flu)
• Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap)
• Hepatitis B
• Others, if you’re travelling, or as recommended by your pharmacist or doctor due to health conditions or other risk factors

*It’s important to make sure your other adult vaccinations are up to date as this is not an inclusive list.

• Health Canada’s Vaccination and pregnancy
• Health Canada’s Pregnancy and Vaccinations fact sheet

PHARMASAVE PHARMACISTS CAN HELP

Pharmasave pharmacists are highly trained, and injection certified to assist with your vaccination needs.

Your local Pharmasave location can offer you*:

Comprehensive vaccination care including:

• Assessing which vaccinations are recommend for you
• Confirming which vaccinations are covered by your government
• Working with your insurance plan for privately funded vaccinations
• Determining whether you can receive multiple vaccinations at the same time

  Convenient vaccination services:

• Multiple Pharmasave locations
• Offering a wide range of vaccination options

  Accessible vaccination records:

• Keep all your vaccination records at one location for easy access
• Use our eCare@ Pharmasave app to view your vaccination history at Pharmasave locations conveniently from your phone, anywhere, anytime

* Each location varies and may offer different services. Please check with you local Pharmasave for details.

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