Free, safe COVID-19 vaccine for everyone aged 6 months and older.
When to choose
Get a COVID-19 vaccine to avoid serious illness and help protect others.
It is strongly recommended for:
- People 6 months and older with certain health conditions who are at higher risk of serious illness
- Adults 65 years and older
- People who live in long-term care or assisted living
- People with underlying medical conditions
- Pregnant people
- Indigenous people and people living in Indigenous communities
- People who work in health care or provide essential community services
For more information about who should get a COVID-19 vaccine, visit HealthLinkBC.
How to get your COVID-19 vaccine
Everyone 6 months and older can get a COVID-19 vaccine for free.
- Check your registration. Make sure you are registered in the Get Vaccinated system.
- Register if needed. Add your contact and eligibility information.
- Wait for an invitation. You will get an invitation when you can book your vaccine.
- Book an appointment. Choose a location, date and time that work for you.
- Get vaccinated. Go to your appointment and bring your BC Services Card or photo ID.
No appointments available? Check again later.
You may also be able to get your COVID-19 vaccine from your primary care provider or another vaccine provider. Contact your provider to ask.
If you cannot leave your home
If you are homebound, you may be able to get your COVID-19 vaccine at home. Call your community health services office or the community access line for help.
If you are not a B.C. resident
Call 1-833-838-2323 to find out about appointment availability.
What to expect
Before you go
- Wear clothing that makes it easy to access your upper arm, such as a short-sleeve or loose-fitting top.
- Bring your BC Services Card or photo ID.
When you get your vaccine
- A pharmacist or nurse will ask a few quick health questions.
- Plan to stay up to 15 minutes after, just to be safe.
After your vaccine
- Your arm may feel sore.
- You may also feel tired or have a mild fever for a day or two.
- Move your arm and use a cool cloth to help with soreness.
- Most people feel fine the next day.
Need more help?
Call 1-833-838-2323 Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for help booking an appointment or questions about vaccines.