School vaccine clinics happening Wed. through Sat. in Woolwich, Wellesley
Posted Aug 18, 2021 03:36:06 PM.
NEWS RELEASE
WATERLOO REGION DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
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The Waterloo Region Vaccine Task Force is hosting mobile vaccine clinics across Woolwich and Wellesley Townships between August 18 and 21, 2021 so all youth have the opportunity to be fully vaccinated before school starts.
Mobile Vaccine Clinics
Youth aged 12-17 and their family members are welcome at these walk-in vaccine clinics to get their first or second dose (while supplies last) of the COVID-19 vaccine. No appointments are required for first or second doses between August 18 and 21, 2021.
Elmira FHO Mobile Clinic at the Woolwich Memorial Centre
24 Snyder Ave S 2nd Floor, Elmira, ON N3B 1Z1
- Wednesday, August 18 from 1:00 – 7:15 p.m.
- Thursday, August 19 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Vaccine Bus – Linwood Community Centre
5279 Ament Line, Linwood, ON N0B 2A0
- Thursday, August 19 from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Vaccine Bus – Village of St. Jacobs
20 Albert St E, St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0
- Saturday, August 21 from 10:00 a.m – 2 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to book an appointment?
No appointments are required for first or second doses for youth between the ages of 12 – 25 or their family members at these clinics (while vaccine supplies last).
Who can get the vaccine?
Youth between the ages of 12 and 17 are now eligible to get their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Youth must be 12 years old at the time of their appointment.
What vaccine will be given?
Health Canada has approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for anyone 12 years of age and older. See the resources below for more information.
- Child and Youth COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet
- COVID-19 Vaccines for Youth
- Youth and Parent Vaccine Information Session
- COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs
It takes two weeks after you have received your second dose to receive the full benefits and protection from the vaccine.
Thanks for your continued support in keeping our community safe.
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