Close Alert Banner
Close Browser Compatibility Banner
Browser Compatibility Notification
It appears you are trying to access this site using an outdated browser. As a result, parts of the site may not function properly for you. We recommend updating your browser to its most recent version at your earliest convenience.
Skip navigation
Back to Homepage
  • Living Here

    • A to Z Services
    • Animal Services and Control
    • Child Care and Early Learning
    • Community Services
    • Community Gardens
    • Council Members
    • COVID-19 INFORMATION CENTRE
    • Education and Schools
    • Emergency Services, Response and Planning
    • Employment Support
    • Environmental Sustainability
    • Events Calendar
    • Financial Assistance
    • Food Banks
    • Garbage and Recycling
    • Home Renovations
    • Housing and Shelter
    • New to Canada or Waterloo Region
    • News and Public Notices
    • Older Adults
    • Roads and Traffic
    • Safety and Crime Prevention
    • Taxes
    • Transportation and Transit
    • Water and Wastewater
  • Exploring the Region

    • About Waterloo Region
    • Airport
    • Archives
    • Arts, Culture and Heritage
    • Events Calendar
    • Exploring the Region
    • Forests and Trails
    • Library
    • Maps
    • Museums
    • Transportation and Transit
  • Doing Business

    • Applications, Licences and Permits
    • Bids and Tenders
    • Commercial Waste
    • Community Profile
    • Construction and Design Standards
    • Economic Development
    • Health Standards for Business
    • Incentive Programs
    • Key Initiatives
    • Key Sectors
    • Operating a Child Care Business
    • Payment Options
    • Planning and Development Services
    • Regional Investments
    • Spills Prevention and Response
    • Surplus Auction
    • Workplace Wellness
  • Health and Wellness

    • Alcohol and Drugs
    • Cannabis Vaping and Tobacco
    • Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan
    • Dementia Services
    • Environmental Health
    • Food and Drinking Water
    • Health Services and Resources
    • Healthy Living
    • Immunizations and Vaccines
    • Infection and Disease
    • Older Adult Health
    • Parenting and Child Health
    • Pregnancy and Baby's First Year
    • Public Health and Emergency Services
    • Public Health Inspections
    • Rehabilitation and Respite Care
    • School Health
    • Sexual Health
    • Sunnyside Home Long-Term Care
    • Sunnyside Wellness Centre
    • Youth Health
  • Regional Government

    • Agendas, Minutes and Webcasts
    • Awards
    • Budget and Financial Statements
    • By-laws
    • Careers and Volunteering
    • Commissioner of Oaths
    • Contact Us
    • Council
    • Departments
    • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
    • Elections
    • News and Public Notices
    • Open Government
    • Provincial Offences Court and Traffic Tickets
    • Public Engagement
    • Regional Responsibilities - Who Does What in Government
    • Reports, Plans and Data
    • Strategic Plan
    • I want to...

View our Facebook Page View our Twitter Page View our YouTube Page

  • COVID-19 INFORMATION CENTRE
    Toggle Section
    • Region of Waterloo Public Health COVID-19 section
      Toggle Section
      • Adults and COVID-19
      • Children/Teens and COVID-19
      • Community Assessment Centres
      • Coronavirus FAQs
      • Coronavirus Media Briefing Notes
      • Coronavirus resources for health professionals
      • Coronavirus resources for schools and child care centres
      • Coronavirus resources for workplaces
      • COVID-19 vaccine
    • COVID-19 Community Supports
    • COVID-19 Coordinated Response - Newsletter
    • COVID-19 How to help
    • COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Task Force
      Toggle Section
      • COVID-19 vaccine
      • COVID-19 vaccination clinics in Waterloo Region
      • COVID-19 vaccine communications toolkit
      • COVID-19 vaccine FAQs
      • COVID-19 vaccine pre-registration
      • Community and cultural resources
      • Resources for First Nations, Métis and Inuit
    • COVID-19 Who to contact
    • Face Covering By-law
    • Here For You
    • In This Together
    • Regional closures and service changes
    • Waterloo Region COVID-19 summary
    • Face Covering By-law for businesses
  • A to Z Services
  • Animal Services and Control
    Toggle Section
    • Animal Bites
    • Pests
  • Child Care and Early Learning
    Toggle Section
    • Help Paying for Child Care
    • Find Quality Child Care and Early Learning
    • Operating a Child Care Business
    • Region of Waterloo Home Child Care
    • Region of Waterloo Children's Centres
    • Special Needs Supports
    • Planning and Research
    • Quality Improvement
    • EarlyON Child and Family Centres
  • Community Services
    Toggle Section
    • Child Care and Early Learning
    • Employment Support
    • Financial Assistance
    • Housing
    • Older Adults
  • Community Gardens
  • Council Members
  • Education and Schools
    Toggle Section
    • Teaching Resources
  • Emergency Services, Response and Planning
    Toggle Section
    • Ambulance, Fire, Police
      Toggle Section
      • Paramedic Services
      • Public Access Defibrillator
      • Right Call, Right Care
    • Emergency Response Plans
    • Emergency Services Training Centre
    • Fire Safety
    • Hospitals
    • Preparing for an Emergency
  • Employment Support
  • Environmental Sustainability
    Toggle Section
    • Air Quality
    • Climate Change and Extreme Weather
    • Conserving Water
    • Energy Management
    • Growth Management
    • Natural Environment
    • Salt Management
    • Teaching Resources
  • Events Calendar
  • Financial Assistance
    Toggle Section
    • Ontario Works
    • Help Paying for Child Care
    • Dental Health
    • Discounted Bus Pass
    • Help Paying Rent
    • Utility Bill Help
    • Funding for Home Repairs
    • Funding to Help Buy a Home
    • Canada Learning Bond
    • Affordable Food
  • Food Banks
  • Garbage and Recycling
    Toggle Section
    • Blue Box
      Toggle Section
      • Cart recycling for multi-unit buildings and schools
    • Bulky Items and Appliances
    • Collection Issues
      Toggle Section
      • Bans and By-laws
      • Collection by Building Type
      • Collection Schedules
      • Waste App
    • Commercial Waste
      Toggle Section
      • Workplace Waste Reduction and Recycling Directory
    • Drop-off, landfill hours, reduce and reuse options for residents
    • Education and Events
      Toggle Section
      • Publications and resources
    • Garbage
      Toggle Section
      • Garbage Tags
      • Medical Exemptions
    • Green Bin
      Toggle Section
      • Backyard Composting
      • Cart recycling for multi-unit buildings and schools
    • Household Hazardous Waste
    • Landfill and Recycling Centre
    • Landlords and Property Managers
      Toggle Section
      • Cart recycling for multi-unit buildings and schools
      • Post Secondary Students
    • Yard Waste
      Toggle Section
      • Backyard Composting
    • Garbage Tags
  • Home Renovations
    Toggle Section
    • Call Before You Dig
    • Funding for Home Repairs
    • Permits
  • Housing and Shelter
    Toggle Section
    • Emergency Shelters and Transitional Housing
    • Find Affordable Housing
    • Funding for Home Repairs
    • Funding for Secondary Suites
    • Funding to Help Buy a Home
    • Help to Find and Keep a Home
    • Housing Providers
    • Incentives to Create Affordable Housing
    • Living in Community Housing
    • Community housing updates
    • Waterloo Region Housing Master Plan
    • Sunnyside Supportive Housing
    • The Renter's Toolkit
    • Housing Planning and Research
  • New to Canada or Waterloo Region
  • News and Public Notices
    Toggle Section
    • News
  • Older Adults
    Toggle Section
    • Dementia Services
    • Sunnyside Wellness Centre
    • Sunnyside Home Long-Term Care
    • Sunnyside Supportive Housing
    • Rehabilitation and Respite Care
    • Homemaking Support
  • Roads and Traffic
    Toggle Section
    • Carpooling
    • Annual Collision Report
    • Automated Speed Enforcement
    • Construction and Road Closures
    • Cycling and Walking
    • Distracted Driving
    • Parking
    • Red Light Cameras
    • Roundabouts
    • Separated Cycling Lanes
    • Signs and Signals
    • Traffic Safety
  • Safety and Crime Prevention
    Toggle Section
    • Bullying
    • Crime Prevention Council
    • Domestic Violence
  • Taxes
    Toggle Section
    • Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) and Appeals
    • Policies, Reliefs and Rebates
    • Rates
  • Transportation and Transit
  • Water and Wastewater
    Toggle Section
    • About Wastewater
      Toggle Section
      • Protect your pipes
    • About Water
      Toggle Section
      • Groundwater
    • Beaches and Pools
    • Billing, Rates and Meters
    • Biosolids
    • Commercial Programs and Funding
    • Conserving Water
    • Current Projects
    • Drinking Water Locations
    • Drinking Water Safety
    • Protecting Water
      Toggle Section
      • Source Water Protection
    • Reports, plans and data
    • Report a Spill
    • Salt Management
      Toggle Section
      • Snow and Ice Clearing Tips for Homeowners
      • Winter Maintenance for Commercial Properties
    • Small Drinking Water Systems
    • Teaching Resources
    • Water Softeners

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics in Waterloo Region

  • Open new window to share this page via Facebook Facebook
  • Open new window to share this page via LinkedIn LinkedIn
  • Open new window to share this page via Twitter Twitter
  • Email This page Email
Home/.../COVID-19 INFORMATION CENTRE/COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Task Force /COVID-19 vaccination clinics in Waterloo Region

Living Here

All COVID-19 vaccination clinics are by appointment only. No walk-ins are accepted at this time.

Anyone who received a first dose and has an appointment booked for a second dose will have their appointment adjusted to the new time interval of 16 weeks between doses. You will be notified by your preferred method of communication about the appointment change in the coming days. You will receive a second notification with your new appointment date, time, and location. You do not need to book or reschedule your own second dose appointment.  

On this page

  • Clinic locations and information
    • Clinics now open for priority groups
    • Interactive map of vaccination clinics in Waterloo Region
    • Pop-up clinics for First Nations, Métis and Inuit residents
    • Mobile clinic for homebound residents
    • Pharmacies offering vaccines
    • Primary care providers offering vaccines
  • How to cancel your vaccination appointment
  • Before your vaccination 
  • Transportation
  • On the day of your vaccination
  • After your vaccination

Clinic locations and information

  • These clinics are open for priority groups who have an appointment booked. No walk-ins will be accepted at these clinic locations. Pre-registration is available for priority groups to be contacted when an appointment becomes available.
  • Due to limited supply, COVID-19 vaccination appointments are not available for the general public at this time. Clinics will open to the general public in Phase 3 of Ontario's vaccine rollout. 
  • Accommodation of a support person may be provided to those requiring assistance, but support persons will not be immunized and are not eligible to book an appointment at this time (unless they are also eligible in one of the priority groups). 
  • If you have symptoms of COVID-19, do not attend the clinic. Please call 519-575-4400 and follow their instructions.
  • Plan to arrive no earlier than your appointment time. If you arrive early by vehicle, please wait in your vehicle until it is time for your appointment. Everyone who has an appointment will be vaccinated.

Interactive Map of COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics in Waterloo Region

Clinics now open for priority groups

All COVID-19 vaccination clinics are by appointment only. No walk-ins are accepted at this time. To view eligible priority groups visit our COVID-19 Vaccination Pre-registration page. 

Individuals 16-17 years of age living in congregate care or developmental service settings or with highest and high-risk health conditions, must be vaccinated with Pfizer at this time. Please book at one of the following clinics:
- Cambridge Pinebush, Cambridge
- First Nations, Métis and Inuit clinics located at Anishnabeg Outreach, Kitchener or Region of Waterloo Headquarters, Kitchener
- Health Sciences Campus, Kitchener
- The Boardwalk, Waterloo

All locations have free parking and are accessible.

Cambridge North Dumfries Ontario Health Team Vaccination Clinic, Cambridge

Address: 1145 Concession Road, Cambridge, ON N3H 4L5

Accessible: Yes

Entrance: Enter through the main entrance on the south side of the building.

Parking: Free parking is available on both the north and south sides of the building.

Public transit: This site is accessible via Grand River Transit and MobilityPLUS. Visit the Grand River Transit website for all current route information.

Hours of operation (no walk-ins):

  • Tuesday to Friday: 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Cambridge Pinebush Vaccination Clinic, Cambridge

Address: SmartCentres, 66 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 8K5 

  • Download Map: Cambridge Pinebush Vaccination Clinic (PDF)

Accessible: Yes

Entrance: Enter through the entrance on the west side of the building. Look for the signs.

Parking: Free parking is available on the west side of the building, close to the entrance.

Public transit: This site is accessible via Grand River Transit and MobilityPLUS. Visit the Grand River Transit website for all current route information.

Hours of operation (no walk-ins):

  • Seven days per week: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Health Sciences Campus Vaccination Clinic, Kitchener

Address: 10 Victoria Street South, Kitchener, ON N2G 1C5

  • Download Map: Health Sciences Campus Vaccination Clinic (PDF)

Accessible: Yes

Entrance: Enter through the back entrance to the University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy, on the west side of the building.

Parking: Free parking is available in Area 2. Enter this lot from Joseph Street. Be kind, please leave parking spots closest to the building for those that need them most.

Curbside drop-off at the back of the building and free wheelchair accessible parking are available in Area 1. Enter this lot from Charles Street.

Please do not park in Area 3, this is for employees only.

Public transit: This site is accessible via Grand River Transit and MobilityPLUS. Visit the Grand River Transit website for all current route information.

Hours of operation (no walk-ins):

  • Monday to Friday: 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (closed 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
  • Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
Kitchener Downtown Community Health Centre (KDCHC) and Langs Community Health Centre Vaccination Clinics
Starting Friday, March 19, vaccination clinics are being coordinated for community members experiencing homelessness. Individuals experiencing homelessness should connect with one of the following partners to find out what clinic they can visit:
  • Emergency Shelter agency or staff
  • Street Outreach agency or staff 
  • Drop-in program or staff
  • Kitchener Downtown Community Health Centre
  • Langs Community Health Centre Vaccination Clinic
North Dumfries Township Vaccine Clinic, Ayr

Address: North Dumfries Community Complex, 2958 Greenfield Road, Ayr, ON N0B 1E0

Accessible: Yes

Public Transit: This site is accessible via MobilityPLUS North Dumfries. Visit the Grand River Transit website for more information.

Hours of operation (no walk-ins): 

  • April 20 & 21: 3:30 p.m. to 7:20 p.m.
  • April 17 & 24: 9:00 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. (closed 11:20 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)

More information will be added soon.

New Vision Family Health Team Vaccination Clinic, Kitchener

Address: 421 Greenbrook Drive, Kitchener, N2M 4K1

Accessible: Yes

Entrance: Enter the clinic through the side entrance on the east side of the building facing Village Road. 

Parking: Free parking is available in the Forest Hill Shopping Centre lot.

Public Transit: This site is accessible via Grand River Transit and MobilityPLUS. Visit the Grand River Transit website for all current route information.

More information will be added soon.

The Boardwalk Vaccination Clinic, Waterloo

Address: 435 The Boardwalk, Medical Centre 2, Suite 106, Waterloo, ON N2T 0C2

  • Download Map: The Boardwalk COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic (PDF)

Accessible: Yes

Entrance: Enter through the north entrance (closest to Erb Street). Enter the doors under the green covered canopy where there is also an accessible curbside drop-off area.

Parking: Free parking is available on the north side of the building. Look for the Region of Waterloo water tower.

Public transit: This site is accessible via Grand River Transit and MobilityPLUS. Visit the Grand River Transit website for all current route information.

Hours of operation (no walk-ins):

  • Seven days per week: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wellesley Vaccination Clinic, Wellesley

Address: 3710 Nafziger Drive, Unit A, Wellesley, ON N0B 2T0

  • Download Map: Wellesley Vaccination Clinic (PDF)

Accessible: Yes

Entrance: Enter from Nafziger Drive

Parking: Free parking is located on the main road with additional parking available in the Nafziger public lot.

Public transit: This site is accessible via MobilityPLUS North Dumfries and Kiwanis Transit. Visit the Kiwanis Transit website for all current route information.

Hours of operation (no walk-ins): 

  • Monday to Thursday: 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (closed 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.) 
    • Every other Wednesday: 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 
  • Friday: 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (closed 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
  • Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)

Pop-up clinics for First Nations, Métis and Inuit residents

These pop-up clinics will open for booking for First Nations, Métis and Inuit residents who want to get the vaccine in a culturally appropriate setting. At both locations, an Elder will be available to support individuals with questions about health, culture and vaccine hesitancy. Appointments must be booked in advance. No walk-ins will be accepted.

How to book an appointment: First Nation, Métis and Inuit residents eligible for vaccination can book their appointment through one of the following organizations. 

  • Anishnabeg Outreach: Phone: 519-208-5333 / Email: info@aocan.org
  • The Healing of the Seven Generations: Phone: 519-570-9118 Email: covidnavigator@healingofthesevengenerations.ca or covidadmin@healingofthesevengenerations.ca
  • KW Urban Wigwam Project: Phone: 519-743-5868 / Email: kwunwpnavigator@gmail.com

For those who have pre-registered as an:

  • “Indigenous adult” and indicated “I am comfortable being vaccinated in any clinic setting” will receive a booking link from the Region of Waterloo to book an appointment at any of the existing clinic sites.
  • “Indigenous adult” and indicated “I would prefer vaccination in partnership with an Indigenous organization” will be booked into one of the two First Nations, Métis and Inuit clinics. 

First Nations, Métis and Inuit residents of Waterloo Region who want more information about these clinics are welcome to contact Anishnabeg Outreach, The Healing of the Seven Generations, or the KW Urban Wigwam Project for more information.

Visit our Resources for First Nations, Métis and Inuit residents page.

Anishnabeg Outreach COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic

Open: Weekly on Fridays

Address: 236 Woodhaven Road, Kitchener, ON N2C 1V5

  • Download Map: Anishnabeg Outreach COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic (PDF)

Accessible: Yes

Parking: Free parking with curbside drop-off available.

Public Transit: This site is accessible via Grand River Transit and MobilityPLUS. Visit the Grand River Transit website for all current route information.

More information: Visit Anishnabeg Outreach website, phone 519-208-5333 or email info@aocan.org.

The Healing of the Seven Generations, KW Urban Native Wigwam Project and Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic

Open: Weekly on Wednesdays

Address: 150 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J3 (Region of Waterloo Administration Headquarters)

  • Download Map: The Healing of the Seven Generations, KW Urban Native Wigwam Project and Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic (PDF)

Accessible: Yes

Parking: More information will be added soon.

Public Transit: This site is accessible via Grand River Transit and MobilityPLUS. Visit the Grand River Transit website for all current route information.

More information: Visit The Healing of the Seven Generations website, call 519-570-9118 or email covidnavigator@healingofthesevengenerations.ca or covidadmin@healingofthesevengenerations.ca. Or visit K-W Urban Native Wigwam Project website, call 519-743-5868 or mail kwunwpnavigator@gmail.com.

Mobile clinic for homebound residents

Our goal is to ensure accessibility to vaccines for all residents. If able, eligible residents can book an appointment at any location to be vaccinated.

If you do not leave your home for personal, medical or social reasons - our mobile team can come to you. We ask homebound residents to email us with the following information:

  • First Name
  • Last Name
  • Home address
  • Phone number
  • Caregiver name

Pharmacies offering vaccines

The Province of Ontario is working with the pharmacy sector to offer vaccinations at select pharmacy locations in Waterloo Region. You must have an appointment to get vaccinated at a participating pharmacy. Contact a participating pharmacy near you to book an appointment. 

Primary care providers offering vaccines (not open to the general public)

The AstraZeneca vaccine is currently available at the following primary care office locations. Patients of these practices who are eligible for the vaccine need to book their appointment directly with their primary care provider. This particular COVID-19 vaccine is being offered to eligible individuals aged 55 and older.

Primary care providerAddress

Delta Coronation Family Health Organization

Dr. Ayoub, Dr. Bal, Dr. Gupta and Dr. Singh

201 - 614 Coronation Boulevard, Cambridge

Cambridge Medical Associates

Dr. Diane Humphrey

34 Blair Road, Cambridge

Centre for Family Medicine
Dr. Fuss, Dr. Pefanis and Dr. Yee

404 - 435 The Boardwalk, Waterloo

Forbes Park Medical Centre  (Forbes Family Health Organization)

26 Forbes Street, Cambridge
Dr. Kathleen Bedrosian 305 – 430 The Boardwalk, Waterloo

The Medical Clinic (MD Care Family Health Organization)

Dr. Patel and Dr. Jugdave

124 Weber Street South, Waterloo

Nith Valley Family Practice

Dr. Sarah Rinaldi

1 - 10 Waterloo Street, New Hamburg

SRS Medical Centre at The Boardwalk (Kitchener-Waterloo Family Health Organization)

Dr. Naik, Dr. Sehl and Dr. Seibel

310 - 430 The Boardwalk, Waterloo

Waterloo Region Family Health Organization

Dr. Dixon, Dr. Pellow and Dr. Reimer 
306 – 430 The Boardwalk, Waterloo

How to cancel your appointment

  • If you booked your appointment by phone, please call 519-575-4400.
  • If you booked your appointment online, please use the “cancel” option in the confirmation email or text message you received.
  • If you booked your appointment at a First Nations, Métis and Inuit clinic, please call 519-575-4400.

Before your vaccination

  • Ensure you are in one of the priority groups that is currently eligible to book an appointment. Pre-register to be contacted when an appointment becomes available that you can book.
    • Note: Clinic staff take vaccine prioritization seriously. Providing false information may result in cancellation of your appointment and notification to the appropriate regulatory college. 
  • Refer to information from the Ministry of Health about what you need to know before your COVID-19 vaccine appointment.
  • Plan how you will get to your appointment. Please plan your trip so that you arrive at the clinic no more than 10 minutes early.
    • If you need to use transit to get your scheduled vaccine, please visit the Grand River Transit website or call 519-585-7555 / TTY: 519-575-4608 for all current route information.
    • Kiwanis Transit customers in Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich townships can book trips to vaccination clinics. Visit the Kiwanis Transit website for more information.
    • Check your email or text confirmation for your appointment. It is important to ensure you have the correct clinic address and do not go to the wrong location. Clinics only stock the amount of vaccine needed for the number of appointments that are booked that day.
  • If any of the following medical conditions apply to you, please contact your health care provider to discuss receiving the COVID-19 vaccine:
    • have had a previous severe allergic reaction or anaphylaxis to COVID-19 vaccine or other vaccines
    • have an autoimmune disease or a weakened immune system due to a medical condition or are on a medicine that affects your immune system
    • you are pregnant
    • Be prepared to attest that you have had a discussion with your health care provider about the risks and benefits of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine given you current condition or pregnancy.
    • You should not receive the COVID-19 vaccine within 14 days of another vaccine (for example: flu shot, tetanus, etc.).

Important: Before your appointment, please review the list of precautions on our COVID-19 Vaccine page.

Transportation

  • Grand River Transit and MobilityPLUS - Visit the Grand River Transit website for all current route information.
  • Accessible Transportation - Visit the Waterloo Wellington Healthline website for a list of public transportation services, community organizations, and private companies.
  • Non-accessible and Volunteer Transportation -  Visit the Waterloo Wellington Healthline website for a list of transportation services.

On the day of your vaccination

  • If you have symptoms of COVID-19, do not attend the clinic. Please call 519-575-4400 and follow their instructions.
  • Take your regular medication and eat your meals as usual (we recommend eating something before you come).
  • Do not wear any scented products.
  • Wear a loose-fitting top or a t-shirt so that the health care provider can easily access your arm for the vaccination.
  • Wear your mask/face covering. If you do not have one, one will be provided to you at the door.
  • Dress appropriately and for the weather. You may have to wait in line.
  • Please plan on at least one hour of time at the clinic. We hope that most individuals will complete their appointment within one hour, however there may be some delays. Everyone with an appointment will get vaccinated.
  • Bring your health card (OHIP) or any government-issued photo ID (if you do not have a health card) to confirm your appointment. 
    • If you do not have a valid health card, please bring an alternate piece of identification. This can be anything that confirms your identity and has a number/code assigned to it.
    • For occupation-based priority groups, please bring workplace identification (e.g. workplace ID badge, letter from your employer) to confirm your eligibility.
  • Check your email or text confirmation for your appointment. It is important to ensure you have the correct clinic address and do not go to the wrong location. Clinics only stock the amount of vaccine needed for the number of appointments that are booked that day.

What to expect when you arrive at the clinic

  • All clinic staff will be wearing masks/face coverings and face shields. Sometimes it is difficult to hear under these conditions. Please ask staff to speak louder if you are unable to hear them.
  • Visitors will be expected to follow all COVID-19 public health measures while in clinic. This includes physical distancing (at least 2 metres), wearing a masks/face covering and using provided hand sanitizer.
  • Please arrive on time. This will help our clinics run as efficiently as possible and ensure physical distancing can be maintained. Please arrive no earlier than your appointment time. Everyone with an appointment will get vaccinated.
  • Follow the instructions on signage at the clinic location.
  • You will be screened for symptoms of COVID-19 prior to entry into the clinic.
  • You will be asked for your health card (OHIP) or any government-issued photo ID to confirm your appointment.
  • You will be asked to provide verbal consent to COVID-19 vaccination.
  • Substitute decision-makers must be present at the clinic to provide consent, if applicable.

After your vaccination

  • You will be asked to stay for 15-30 minutes after your vaccination to monitor for adverse reactions.
  • Like all medicines and other vaccines, COVID-19 vaccines can cause side effects. The most commonly reported side effects do not pose a risk to health, are mild to moderate and should resolve in a few days. Examples:
    • Pain, redness or swelling at the injection site
    • Fatigue
    • Headache
    • Muscle or joint pain
    • Chills
    • Swollen glands
    • Diarrhea
    • Nausea/vomiting
    • Enlarged lymph notes in your underarm
  • Review the vaccine after care information sheet that tells you what to expect after vaccination.
  • You will receive a record of immunization and instructions for getting your second dose, if applicable.
    • Your second dose will be booked for 16 weeks after your first dose.
    • Anyone who received a first dose and has an appointment booked for a second dose will have their appointment adjusted to the new time interval of 16 weeks between doses. 

    • You will be notified by your preferred method of communication about the appointment change in the coming days, as well as a later notification with your new appointment date, time, and location.

    • You do not need to book or reschedule your own second dose appointment.

    • This change reflects the updated guidance from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI).
  • It is important to continue to follow the recommendations to prevent the spread of COVID-19, which include wearing a face covering, staying at least 2 metres from others and avoiding social gatherings with those outside your immediate household. Even once protected, you can still carry COVID-19 and pass the virus onto others.

Learn more about the vaccines

COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs

 

Subscribe to this Page

Contact Us

ROW logo

City of Cambridge

City of Kitchener

City of Waterloo

Township of North Dumfries

Township of Wellesley

Township of Wilmot

Township of Woolwich

© 2021 Region of Waterloo, 150 Frederick St., Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4J3, Telephone: 519-575-4400,  Deaf and Hard of Hearing (TTY): 519-575-4608, Fax: 519-575-4481, Email Us

AccessibilityContact UsWebsite FeedbackPrivacy StatementTerms of UseSitemapCareers and Volunteering
Designed by eSolutionsGroup

I Want To...

Report or Request

  • By-law concern
  • Concern with construction and road closure
  • Concern with signs and signals
  • Found a needle
  • Immunization records
  • Make a complaint
  • Make a complaint, compliment or feedback about transit
  • Report a waste collection issue
  • More...
  • View All..

Apply or Register

  • Affordable Housing
  • Help for a child with special needs in child care
  • Help to pay for child care
  • Home Child Care
  • Ontario Works
  • Permit or license
  • Vaccine Pre-Registration
  • Volunteer
  • More...

Pay

  • For garbage tags
  • My water bill
  • My invoice
  • My Provincial offence or traffic ticket
  • More...

Talk to Us

  • Communicate with Council
  • Contact Us
  • Find information about community services
  • Provide input on Regional issues
  • Rate our services
  • Subscribe to news and alerts
  • More...