Ontario now follows a bi-annual COVID-19 vaccination program. Like with influenza, each year an updated vaccine is available to better protect against new strains.
The vaccine is free for everyone 6 months and older, even if you don’t have an Ontario health card.
Spring Campaign
Individuals in the following high-risk groups should receive a dose of COVID-19 vaccine this spring:
- Adults 80 years of age and older.
- Adults aged 65 to 79 years may receive an additional dose in the spring. Certain individuals in this age group are at increased risk of severe COVID-19 disease and would benefit from doses in the fall and spring.
- Adult residents of long-term care homes and other congregate living settings for seniors.
- Individuals 6 months of age and older who are moderately to severely immunocompromised (due to an underlying condition or treatment).
- Individuals 55 years and older who identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Metis and their non-Indigenous household members who are 55 years and older.
*Those not listed above can begin or complete their primary series in the fall.
For full details, visit
Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccination program page.
Where to Get Your Vaccine
- Ages 5 and older: Most pharmacies offer COVID-19 vaccines. Some require appointments, others accept walk-ins. Check before going.
- Ages 6 months to 4 years: Some pharmacies and health care providers offer the vaccine. Call ahead to book.
- Parents of children in this age group who are seeking COVID-19 vaccine, please call 705-721-7520 ext 8827or 1-877-721-7520 ext 8827 (Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.) to speak with a nurse.
- For full details, visit Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccination program page.
Page last updated April 2, 2026
