Effective Saturday November 6, Halton Region is opening more appointments for residents to get their third dose of COVID-19 vaccine. The move follows a directive from the Province of Ontario.
“Thank you to everyone who has rolled up their sleeves or helped someone get to their appointment. Our clinics, online booking system and friendly 311 staff are ready to support those now eligible to receive a third dose,” Halton Region Chair Gary Carr said. Eligible residents are able to book appointments through the Region’s booking system here
Eligibility will follow the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) guidelines, and will be limited to the following:
- 70 years of age or older (born in 1951 or earlier)
- Healthcare workers and designated essential caregivers in congregate settings
- Those who have received 2 doses of AstraZeneca vaccine or a single dose of the Janssen vaccine
- First Nation, Inuit and Metis adults as well as their non-indigenous household members
Third doses are also available through 100 pharmacies and primary care providers by appointment.
- Milton: FirstOntario Arts Centre- 1010 Main St, Milton
- Burlington: Gary Allan Learning Centre-3250 New St
- Halton Hills: Gellert Community Centre- 10241 8th Line
- Oakville- YMCA: 410 Rebecca St
Walk-in appointments will no longer be offered after November 5, 2021 at the community clinics. The GOVAXX buses are however offering appointments. For more information visit their website
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