Gates Health Centre FAQs

 
 
 

Find answers to common questions below

 
  • Starting December 29th 2021 only Moderna is available to those 18 and older due to a Canada-wide shortage of Pfizer.

    Gates Health offers vaccinations for first and second doses. Third booster shoots as well as Pfizer (Pædiatric Dose) for ages 5-11 are also available.

    Fourth doses available if you are a resident of a:
    - long-term care home
    - retirement homes
    - elder care lodge
    - other congregate setting that provide assisted-living and health services

  • First shot doses are available for individuals 12 years old (and older) as well as Children ages 5-11 with a valid Health Card.

    Second doses available after a period of 3 weeks from your first dose from Pfizer or 4 weeks from your first dose of Moderna.

    Third doses available after a period of 84 days from your second dose.

    Fourth doses are available 84 days after your third dose.

  • The third dose booster requires a wait time of 84 days from your second dose.

  • When you schedule an appointment with Gates Health Centre, you will receive a confirmation email for your appointment at the email address you provided. At the bottom of that email you will find links to either change/reschedule or cancel your appointment.

  • Yes. There are multiple spots available for each appointment time. Keep in mind each person will need to be booked individually.

  • Anyone in the community can book a vaccine appointment with Gates Health Centre.

  • Yes. You will need the person’s verbal consent. No proof is needed. Make sure to get the necessary personal contact information including:

    • Postal code

    • Date of birth

    • Health Card information

    • Email address (this can be yours, or it can belong to the person you are helping)

  • A valid Health Card and Photo I.D. with your name and birthdate are required to schedule an appointment.

 

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