By Pepper Parr
March 25th, 2021
BURLINGTON, ON
The next cohort – those 70 and over – step up and register for your vaccination
The system the Regional Public Heath Unit has put in place is superb – there is no other word for it.
Don’t show up more than ten minutes ahead of your appointment.
Well organized with all kinds of people on hand to step you through the process.
One little thing to keep in mind – don’t show up too early – 10 minutes before your slotted time is enough.
If you are over 70 – here’s the drill.
Starting Friday, March 26, Halton residents who are 70 years of age and older (born in or before 1951) can book an appointment to receive their COVID-19 vaccine at a Halton Region COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic. Appointments are available in March and April.
To book an appointment CLICK HERE Have your OHIP card in front of you when you book.
Gary Carr when he was Speaker of the Provincial Legislature.
“We are making great progress with our vaccination program and we are continuing to book and vaccinate eligible residents as quickly as possible,” said Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr. “Our six vaccination clinics across Halton are running smoothly thanks to the commitment of Regional staff and our partners at Joseph Brant Hospital and Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. We will keep moving forward with our program, dependent on vaccine supply from the Federal and Provincial governments.”
Halton’s six clinics are by appointment only and are located in Burlington (including Joseph Brant Hospital), Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville (including Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital).
Additional locations will continue to be identified as required. Residents are reminded that appointments must be booked through Halton’s online booking system or if you require assistance call 311.
Bookings for Halton’s clinics are not available through the Provincial booking system; residents who access the Provincial booking system will be redirected to Halton’s system.
Dr. Hamidah Meghani, Halton Region’s Medical Officer of Health.
“While we have made significant strides, it is important to remember that vaccine coverage is not yet widespread and we must continue to follow public health measures,” said Dr. Hamidah Meghani, Halton Region’s Medical Officer of Health. “COVID-19 can spread easily if we let it and our individual actions are critical to limiting transmission. Please continue to stay home as much as possible, limit trips to essential outings only, keep a distance and wear a mask around anyone you do not live with. As always, please stay home if you are not well, even if your symptoms are mild.”
Hans, can I ask you where you went for your vaccination?
System not so great! Will not work properly using some cell phones to register.
I received my vaccination on Monday and found that the process was very well managed. All of the staff were very helpful, friendly, and competent.