Based on recommendations from Canada’s National Advisory Committee on Immunization, this spring the Province is offering an additional dose of COVID-19 vaccine, free-of-charge, to residents who have a high risk of severe illness and complications due to COVID-19.
Notifications to book appointments will be sent out to adults 80 years and older who are registered in the Get Vaccinated system, beginning April 22, 2026. Those 65 years and older will also be notified that they may benefit from a booster. People will be able to get immunized as part of the spring COVID immunization program until July 31, 2026.
Other people, age 6 months and older, who feel they would benefit from an additional dose of the COVID-19 vaccine can consult with their health-care provider, contact the call centre at 1-833-838-2323 to book an appointment, or call a pharmacy to check availability.
If you have not yet received a COVID-19 vaccine, please look explore the Where to get a COVID-19 vaccine in your community information below.
COVID-19 is an infection of the airways and lungs caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. By getting immunized, you can lower your risk of health complications from COVID-19.
This will help to ensure we keep ourselves and our health-care system protected. Continue to wash your hands frequently, stay home when you are sick, and follow provincial prevention guidelines.
Most people with COVID-19 recover; however, some people have an increased chance of developing severe illness or complications from COVID-19 including older people and those with chronic health conditions. Other people may have questions about how their health may be impacted by COVID-19.
The spring COVID-19 immunization program offers the same COVID-19 vaccines from the 2025-26 respiratory illness season – Moderna Spikevax and Pfizer Comirnaty with protection from the LP.8.1 strain.
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Please visit Immunization Information for Healthcare Professionals for more information.
COVID-19 immunizations are available at no cost to people 6 months and older in BC and can be booked through Get Vaccinated or by calling the provincial call centre at 1-833-838-2323 (toll free).
The spring COVID-19 immunization program offers the same COVID-19 vaccines from the 2025-26 respiratory illness season – Moderna Spikevax and Pfizer Comirnaty with protection from the LP.8.1 strain.
A Spring dose of this COVID-19 vaccine is recommended for the following groups:
Notifications to book appointments are being sent out to adults 65 and older who are registered in the Get Vaccinated system. If you have questions about the spring COVID vaccine, call 1-833-838-2323.
| Age | Vaccine Provider | How To Book An Appointment | Reminders |
| 6 months to 11 years | Public Health |
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| 12 + years | Community Pharmacy or Public Health in select areas |
If you are not a BC resident, your access to publicly funded COVID-19 vaccines is more limited:
• Vaccinations are not available at pharmacies
• Appointments are prioritized for BC residents, especially those at higher risk
• Walk-ins are not available at public health units
Non-B.C. residents can call the provincial call centre at 1-833-838-2323 (toll free) to enquire about vaccine appointment availability.
This spring, immunization teams will visit specific remote communities in Island Health to provide COVID-19 vaccine for eligible people.
Appointments are required to receive the vaccines at an Island Health clinic or at one of the many pharmacies participating in the immunization campaign.
Island Health residents who are homebound may be able to receive their immunization at home by Community Health Services nurses. If you are already receiving services from Community Health Services (Home Support, Home Care Nursing, etc.) contact your office to discuss if a homebound immunization is appropriate. If you are not receiving services, you can call the Community Access Line in your region to learn how they can help you and your family members.
Please visit Influenza Vaccine for more information.
