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Starting April 8, you will no longer need proof of vaccination to access some events, services and businesses. The easiest way to show proof is using the BC Vaccine Card. Get your card today by visiting Government of BC: Proof of vaccination and the BC Vaccine Card.
For more information on COVID-19 vaccines please see the following pages:
- COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines (HealthLinkBC file #124a)
- COVID-19 Viral Vector Vaccines (HealthLinkBC file #124b)
- COVID-19 Protein Subunit Vaccine (HealthLinkBC file #124c)
Getting a Vaccine
The Government of BC: COVID-19 Immunization Plan is designed to save lives and stop the spread of COVID-19. The next phase of the plan is focused on sustained protection for everyone. For more information, including getting a first, second, or third shot, see:
- BC Centre for Disease Control: Getting a Vaccine
- Government of BC: How to get vaccinated for COVID-19
For up-to-date information, including information on whether an appointment is required or if walk-in or drop-in appointments are available, please visit Government of BC: How to get vaccinated for COVID-19 to find COVID-19 vaccination clinics in your health authority.
Booster Dose
For more information on getting the first or second COVID-19 booster vaccine, see:
Children, Students and COVID-19 Vaccination
Ages 5 to 11 years
For information on COVID-19 vaccination for children ages 5 to 11 years see:
- BC Centre for Disease Control: Children and COVID-19 Vaccination
- ImmunizeBC: COVID-19 vaccines FAQ for children aged 5 to 11
Ages 12 to 17 years
For information on COVID-19 vaccination for children ages 12 to 17 years see:
- BC Centre for Disease Control: Children and COVID-19 Vaccination
- ImmunizeBC: COVID-19 vaccines FAQ for youth aged 12 to 17
Under the Infants Act, children can give consent to receive health care, like getting a vaccine.
Students Arriving in BC
For information see:
- BC Centre for Disease Control: Vaccinated outside of B.C. or Canada
- Government of BC: Proof of vaccination
After Vaccination
For more information on what to expect following vaccination and what to watch for, see BC Centre for Disease Control: Vaccination Aftercare.
Vaccine Considerations
There are very few reasons someone should not get the COVID-19 vaccine. For more information on the COVID-19 vaccine for individuals with specific health concerns, including allergies, pregnancy and breastfeeding, see BC Centre for Disease Control: Vaccine Considerations.
Vaccine Safety
For more information on the vaccine approval process and safety please see:
- BC Centre for Disease Control: Vaccine Safety
- BC Centre for Disease Control: Vaccine Approvals & Development
Vaccine Effectiveness
For more information on vaccine effectiveness please see:
Vaccine Questions
If you have any questions or concerns about the COVID-19 vaccines, please see:
Last updated: April 5, 2022
The information provided in the COVID-19 Immunization Health Feature has been adapted from the BC Centre for Disease Control: COVID-19 Vaccine, ImmunizeBC: COVID-19 Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions, , Government of BC: How to get vaccinated for COVID-19, BC Centre for Disease Control: Vaccine Considerations, and BC Centre for Disease Control: Getting a Vaccine webpages, accessed April, 2022.