Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Vaccine Rollout

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Please note: Vaccine clinic dates and times are only available based on vaccine supply.

It is advised that all residents in the general population born in 2009 or earlier (must be turning 12 years of age as of the end of 2021) receive their COVID-19 vaccine. Vaccines are safe, effective and the best way to protect you and those around you from serious illnesses like COVID-19.

Renfrew County and District COVID-19 Vaccine Pop-Up Clinic Schedules (No Appointments Required)

COVID-19 Weekly Clinics Schedule (September 20 – September 24)

COVID-19 Vaccination Screening and Consent Form Link

COVID-19 Vaccine Youth (Age 12-17) Consent Form Link

COVID-19 Vaccination Appointment Checklist Link

Renfrew County and District COVID-19 Pharmacy Vaccination Locations

To find the closest pharmacy to get your first or second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, click this link. Call the pharmacy ahead of time if you plan to get vaccinated there as vaccine supply varies and appointments may be required.

Second and third dose information

Second Dose Information

Visit this link to Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout webpage for up-to-date information on the vaccine and implementation phases.

RCD Second Dose Fact Sheet Link: Your Second Dose of the COVID-19 Vaccine

RCDHU AstraZeneca Decision Tool Link: Did you receive Astra Zeneca for your first dose? Here is what you need to know.

Third Dose Information

Visit this link to Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout webpage for up-to-date information on the vaccine and implementation phases.

RCDHU FAQ: What You Need to Know About a Third Dose

Visit this link to review Ontario’s Updated COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility

COVID-19 Vaccine Third Dose Recommendations (September 14, 2021)

Proof of vaccination

To obtain proof of your COVID-19 vaccination, please click here: Ontario COVID-19 Vaccination Proof.

RCDHU Poster Link: How to Obtain Your Proof of Vaccination

RCDHU Poster Link: Provincewide Requirement for Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination

Government of Ontario Links: Proof of Vaccination Poster – Colour or Black and White

All residents of Renfrew County and District who received either a first dose of COVID-19 vaccine outside of Ontario, or a full two dose vaccine series, are asked to submit their proof of vaccination by contacting Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) at 613-732-3629 extension 200. Please leave one message with a name and phone number, and someone will return the call as soon as possible.

If you received your first dose outside of Ontario and are due to receive your second dose locally, we ask that residents please submit their proof of first dose to us at least three business days prior to attending your second dose appointment.

What do I need to know regarding youth aged 12-17 for their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?

Effective August 31, 2021:

Residents born in 2009 or earlier are now eligible to book an earlier second dose appointment. Note that the appointment is to be booked at least 28 days after the first dose, per the recommended interval. Youth aged 12-17 will be eligible to receive either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, as per this link: Updated NACI statement from August 27, 2021.

Youth will need to have been born in 2009 or earlier, and can have a support person with them at the clinics. For more information, visit the link to Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccines for youth webpage here.

RCDHU Link – COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet for Youth (ages 12-17)

Ministry of Health Link – COVID-19 Vaccine Information Sheet: For Youth (age 12-17)

Ministry of Health Link – COVID-19 Vaccine Youth (Age 12-17) Consent Form

Ministry of Health Link – What youth need to know about their COVID-19 vaccine appointment

Pediatricians of Ontario Link – Is The COVID-19 Vaccine Safe For Kids? Ontario’s pediatricians answer your questions about the COVID-19 vaccine

Children’s COVID-19 Vaccine Table Supported by the Children’s Health Coalition Link – COVID-19 Vaccine for Children and Youth Ages 12+ Frequently Asked Questions

What if I need help from RCDHU regarding the COVID-19 vaccine?

RCDHU call center staff are answering calls 7 days a week. Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm; Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Please only leave one message with your name and phone number.

When calling RCDHU at 613-732-3629 or 1-800-267-1097 with COVID-19 related questions, you can now use the following extensions to direct your inquiry:

To book a vaccination appointment for your first dose, dial 200.
To book a vaccination appointment for your second dose, dial 201.
To cancel or confirm a vaccination appointment, dial 202.
For all other COVID-19 vaccination inquiries, dial 203.