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Halton Region Community Clinics
We are happy to share information about GO-VAXX clinics that may be in your neighbourhood (Oakville and Milton below) for first, second and third doses for eligible individuals.
With the Provincial announcement today and their updated webpage, we wanted to highlight three changes:
Also as a friendly reminder:
PCL Constructors Canada
Mohawk Racetrack
For a complete list of pop-up clinics locations and dates, please visit our COVID-19 vaccination clinics page. As always, please continue to direct residents to halton.ca/COVIDvaccines for the latest information on vaccine safety, answers to Frequently Asked Questions and how to get vaccinated.Halton Region Community Clinics
We are happy to share information about GO-VAXX clinics that may be in your neighbourhood (Oakville and Milton below) for first, second and third doses for eligible individuals.
With the Provincial announcement today and their updated webpage, we wanted to highlight three changes:
Also as a friendly reminder:
PCL Constructors Canada
Mohawk Racetrack
For a complete list of pop-up clinics locations and dates, please visit our COVID-19 vaccination clinics page. As always, please continue to direct residents to halton.ca/COVIDvaccines for the latest information on vaccine safety, answers to Frequently Asked Questions and how to get vaccinated.
- NEW! Walk-ins are now available for 18+ for first, second, or third doses at designated clinics during designated hours. Visit Where to get vaccinated for more information.
- Walk-ins continue to be available for 12 to 17 year olds for first and second doses and five to 11 year olds for first doses.
We are happy to share information about GO-VAXX clinics that may be in your neighbourhood (Oakville and Milton below) for first, second and third doses for eligible individuals.
With the Provincial announcement today and their updated webpage, we wanted to highlight three changes:
- GO-VAXX clinics will only offer Pfizer for 12+ and paediatric Pfizer for five to 11 year olds
- Appointments will be available through the Provincial booking system starting at 8 a.m. the day before the clinic at covid19.ontariohealth.ca or by calling 1-833-943-3900. Alternatively, walk-ins are welcome again while supplies last.
- There are now six GO-VAXX buses on the road with two more expected by the end of the month. If your organization is interested in having the GO-VAXX bus visit your community, please contact GOVAXX@ontario.ca.
Also as a friendly reminder:
- Bring government-issued ID
- The bus is wheelchair accessible
- Trained medical staff will be available to answer questions or concerns
PCL Constructors Canada
- 2201 Bristol Circle, Suite 500, Oakville
- Tuesday, February 8
- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Mohawk Racetrack
- 9430 Guelph Line, Milton
- Friday, February 11
- 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For a complete list of pop-up clinics locations and dates, please visit our COVID-19 vaccination clinics page. As always, please continue to direct residents to halton.ca/COVIDvaccines for the latest information on vaccine safety, answers to Frequently Asked Questions and how to get vaccinated.Halton Region Community Clinics
- NEW! Walk-ins are now available for 18+ for first, second, or third doses at designated clinics during designated hours. Visit Where to get vaccinated for more information.
- Walk-ins continue to be available for 12 to 17 year olds for first and second doses and five to 11 year olds for first doses.
We are happy to share information about GO-VAXX clinics that may be in your neighbourhood (Oakville and Milton below) for first, second and third doses for eligible individuals.
With the Provincial announcement today and their updated webpage, we wanted to highlight three changes:
- GO-VAXX clinics will only offer Pfizer for 12+ and paediatric Pfizer for five to 11 year olds
- Appointments will be available through the Provincial booking system starting at 8 a.m. the day before the clinic at covid19.ontariohealth.ca or by calling 1-833-943-3900. Alternatively, walk-ins are welcome again while supplies last.
- There are now six GO-VAXX buses on the road with two more expected by the end of the month. If your organization is interested in having the GO-VAXX bus visit your community, please contact GOVAXX@ontario.ca.
Also as a friendly reminder:
- Bring government-issued ID
- The bus is wheelchair accessible
- Trained medical staff will be available to answer questions or concerns
PCL Constructors Canada
- 2201 Bristol Circle, Suite 500, Oakville
- Tuesday, February 8
- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Mohawk Racetrack
- 9430 Guelph Line, Milton
- Friday, February 11
- 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For a complete list of pop-up clinics locations and dates, please visit our COVID-19 vaccination clinics page. As always, please continue to direct residents to halton.ca/COVIDvaccines for the latest information on vaccine safety, answers to Frequently Asked Questions and how to get vaccinated.
Halton residents 50 years of age and older (born in 1971 or earlier) are now eligible to receive a third dose/booster of the COVID-19 vaccine, if at least six months (or 168 days) have passed since their second dose.
For more information, visit our Who is currently eligible in Halton webpage.
Determining when you are eligible for a third dose/booster
To help make it easier for residents to determine when they are eligible for their third dose/booster, Halton has launched an online Third Dose Calculator. Users are prompted to select their eligibility group and the date of their second dose and are then provided with their eligibility date.
Booking an appointment for third dose/booster
Starting Monday, December 13, residents 50 years of age or older (born in 1971 or earlier) can book an appointment at a Halton Region Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic through Halton’s online booking system. Appointments will be required for third doses/boosters and walk-ins will not be accepted.
Eligible residents can also receive their third dose/booster at many pharmacy locations across Halton and Ontario. The Province’s pharmacy finder tool allows residences to quickly sort by location and vaccine type (Pfizer or Moderna). Third doses/boosters are also available through the Provincial GO-VAXX Pop-up Clinics (walk-in) and at participating primary care providers.
Booking an appointment for first and second doses
Starting Monday, December 13, Halton will resume offering walk-in appointments for first and second doses for residents 12 years and older at community clinics on days scheduled for 12+ vaccinations. Walk-ins will not be accepted for paediatric vaccine (5-11 year olds). Residents can book first and second dose appointments at a Halton Region Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic through Halton’s online booking system.
First and second doses, including children 5-11 years old, are also available through:
Appointments are not available through the Provincial booking system; residents who access the Provincial booking system will be guided back to Halton’s online booking system. Residents who require assistance can all 311.
Available supports at clinic
Residents requiring additional assistance, language supports or other accommodations at a community clinic can contact 311 prior to their appointment to arrange for supports. Transportation services to and from appointments are available, free of charge, for those who require it. Parking is free at all clinic locations.
Preparing for your appointment
To prepare for your appointment, please remember to:
All appointments are contingent on vaccine supply.
Supporting communications
Informational materials are attached to this email or are available at halton.ca/COVID19vaccines:
Please use whichever material(s) is most appropriate for your organization, community and capacity.
Directing questions
For questions related to the COVID-19 vaccine, please refer residents to halton.ca/COVIDvaccines.
For more information, visit our Who is currently eligible in Halton webpage.
Determining when you are eligible for a third dose/booster
To help make it easier for residents to determine when they are eligible for their third dose/booster, Halton has launched an online Third Dose Calculator. Users are prompted to select their eligibility group and the date of their second dose and are then provided with their eligibility date.
Booking an appointment for third dose/booster
Starting Monday, December 13, residents 50 years of age or older (born in 1971 or earlier) can book an appointment at a Halton Region Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic through Halton’s online booking system. Appointments will be required for third doses/boosters and walk-ins will not be accepted.
Eligible residents can also receive their third dose/booster at many pharmacy locations across Halton and Ontario. The Province’s pharmacy finder tool allows residences to quickly sort by location and vaccine type (Pfizer or Moderna). Third doses/boosters are also available through the Provincial GO-VAXX Pop-up Clinics (walk-in) and at participating primary care providers.
Booking an appointment for first and second doses
Starting Monday, December 13, Halton will resume offering walk-in appointments for first and second doses for residents 12 years and older at community clinics on days scheduled for 12+ vaccinations. Walk-ins will not be accepted for paediatric vaccine (5-11 year olds). Residents can book first and second dose appointments at a Halton Region Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic through Halton’s online booking system.
First and second doses, including children 5-11 years old, are also available through:
- Provincial GO-VAXX Pop-up Clinics (walk-in),
- 100 pharmacies in Halton and locations across Ontario, and
- participating primary care and paediatric providers.
Appointments are not available through the Provincial booking system; residents who access the Provincial booking system will be guided back to Halton’s online booking system. Residents who require assistance can all 311.
Available supports at clinic
Residents requiring additional assistance, language supports or other accommodations at a community clinic can contact 311 prior to their appointment to arrange for supports. Transportation services to and from appointments are available, free of charge, for those who require it. Parking is free at all clinic locations.
Preparing for your appointment
To prepare for your appointment, please remember to:
- bring your health card;
- if you do not have a health card, bring photo ID with your name and date of birth;
- bring your proof of previous COVID-19 vaccination (recommended);
- arrive 10 minutes prior to your appointment (not earlier);
- wear a mask;
- complete a wellness check before entering a clinic, using Halton’s COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Screening Tool;
- attend appointments alone if possible. You may bring one support person if required (for example, a caregiver or interpreter); and
- visit Halton’s Preparing for your vaccination webpage for additional information.
All appointments are contingent on vaccine supply.
Supporting communications
Informational materials are attached to this email or are available at halton.ca/COVID19vaccines:
Please use whichever material(s) is most appropriate for your organization, community and capacity.
Directing questions
For questions related to the COVID-19 vaccine, please refer residents to halton.ca/COVIDvaccines.
| Halton Region Vaccine Rollout Third Dose.pdf |
january 24, 2022 update:
NEW! Walk-ins available at community and paediatric clinics*
*Walk-ins and clinic locations may change. Before you walk-in, please check the COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics webpage.
Resources about COVID-19 vaccination for children five to 11 years old:
- As of Tue. Jan. 25, walk-ins are available for 1st doses for 5-11 years of age.
- On Sat. Jan. 29, all of our Community Clinics will be converted to Paediatric Clinics for one day. This will be for booked appointments and walk-ins for 1st doses.
- As of Thu. Jan. 27, walk-ins are available for 3rd doses for 60 years of age and up.
- Please note that appointments are still required at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital and Joseph Brant Hospital.
- As a reminder, walk-ins for 1st and 2nd doses for 12 years of age and up are still available.
*Walk-ins and clinic locations may change. Before you walk-in, please check the COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics webpage.
Resources about COVID-19 vaccination for children five to 11 years old:
- Videos
- Guide for parents and caregivers
- Webpage for COVID-19 vaccines for 5-11 year olds (includes a colouring page, maze, word search and “I Spy” poster)
- Fact sheets in multiple languages
- Third doses –recently updated!
- Mixing vaccine types –new!
- Frequently asked questions