Immunization: Influenza & COVID-19

Last Updated: January 5, 2023

Influenza Immunization

Available to those 6 months+

Book an appointment through one of the options below.

Eligibility | FAQ | General Influenza Immunization Information

COVID-19 Immunization

Available to those 6 months+

Book an appointment through one of the options below or see available walk-ins at clinics.

Eligibility | FAQ | General COVID-19 Information

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Children under five years of age must be immunized at an AHS clinic or participating doctor’s office.

Albertans five years of age or older are encouraged to get immunized at a participating pharmacy. Contact your pharmacy to find out more.

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It is safe to get influenza vaccine and COVID-19 vaccine at the same time, and/or at the same time as other routine immunizations.

You don’t need to have an appointment for each vaccine type in order to receive them. If you have an appointment for yourself or your child for a routine immunization or COVID-19 immunization – when you get to your appointment, you can ask your healthcare provider if you want to also receive the influenza vaccine at the same time.

Prepare For Your Appointment

  • If you have a fear of needles or concerns about pain associated with immunization, learn more at Commitment to Comfort.
  • Wear clothing that will allow easy access to the upper arm.
  • Bring required identification.
  • Arrive as close to your appointment time as you can.
  • Do not attend your appointment if you have symptoms of respiratory illness or test positive for COVID-19.
  • Follow safety protocols in place: wash / sanitize your hands, wear a mask (masks are required for individuals age two and older), keep your distance (2m / 6 ft) from others.

Latest Immunization News

  • As of January 5: The Comirnaty bivalent COVID-19 vaccine booster, which includs the Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants, will be available in Alberta for those 5 years to 11 years of age.
  • As of October 24: The bivalent Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster, which includes the Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants, will be available in Alberta for those 12 years and older.
  • As of October 17 Albertans six months of age and older can get their influenza vaccine.
  • As of September 21: COVID-19 Bivalent Booster Doses Available for Individuals aged 18+: Bivalent booster dose vaccine appointments available for individuals aged 18+, five months after second dose.
  • As of August 29: COVID-19 Booster Doses Available for Individuals aged 5 – 11: Booster dose vaccine appointments available for individuals aged 5 - 11, five months after second dose.
  • As of August 2: COVID-19 Moderna Available for 6 Months+: Appointments must be booked through the Alberta Vaccine Booking System or by calling Health Link at 811.
  • As of July 20: COVID-19 Eligibility for Second Booster Doses Expanded: Albertans 18 years of age and over - can receive a second booster dose at least 5 months after their first booster dose.

Eligibility - COVID-19 Immunization

First Dose:

  • Albertans age 6 months or older

Second Dose:

  • Albertans age 5 and older
    • recommended at a minimum of eight weeks after first dose

See Additional Doses

Third Dose (first booster):

  • Albertans age 5 and older
    • recommended at a minimum of five months after the last dose of the primary series

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Fourth Dose (second booster):

  • Albertans age 18 and older
    • recommended at a minimum of five months after the first booster dose

See Additional Doses

Bivalent Booster Dose:

  • Albertans age 18 and older
    • recommended at a minimum of five months after the last dose or most recent infection

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Janssen (Johnson & Johnson): Single dose vaccine. Bookings are only available through Health Link by calling 811

Novavax: Available at select AHS clinics. Due to limited supply, bookings are only available through Health Link by calling 811

Walk-In Clinics: No appointment COVID-19 AHS Clinics & Pharmacies. This age group must book through the online tool or through Health Link by calling 811

Eligibility - Influenza Immunization

All Albertans, six months of age and older, are eligible to be immunized, free of charge.

AHS is offering vaccine through public health clinics to:

  • children under five years of age and their family and household members
  • individuals who do not have a provincial health care number
  • individuals who live in a community where there are no other immunizing healthcare providers.

Children under five years of age must be immunized at an AHS clinic or participating doctor's office.

Albertans five years of age and older can get immunized at participating pharmacies and doctor's offices. Contact your pharmacy or doctor's office to find out more.

COVID-19 Booster

You may also be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine booster. For individuals five years of age and older, the influenza vaccine and the COVID-19 vaccine can be administered at the same appointment using different injection sites on the body. A second appointment is not required. Please speak to your immunizer about COVID-19 vaccine eligibility.

Contact a Pharmacy

If you can't find an online appointment available in your area, contact your local pharmacy directly to see if they are offering immunization.

Contact Health Link at 811

Call Health Link at 811 if:

  • you do not have a provincial health care number
  • you live in a community where there are no immunizing health care providers
  • you need help booking an appointment for yourself or for your children or family members

You can also book appointments online.

Influenza Walk-In Immunization Clinics

AHS Public Health Clinics are not offering walk-in immunizations. Many pharmacies are accepting walk-in appointments and will be offering both influenza vaccine and COVID-19 boosters.

COVID-19 Walk-In Immunization Clinics

See available AHS COVID-19 walk-in clinics below or find a participating pharmacy.

Fairview

Health Complex (basement)
10628 110 St

Hours of Operation:
Wednesdays:
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Fort McMurray

Thickwood Medical Centre
103-108 Wolverine Drive

Hours of Operation:
None At This Time

Grande Prairie

Public Health Centre
10320 99 St

Hours of Operation:
Monday to Friday:
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

High Level

High Level COVID Centre
Northwest Health Centre
11202 100 Ave

Hours of Operation:
Fridays:
1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

La Crete

Public Health
9818 105 St

Hours of Operation:
Wednesdays:
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Manning

Community Health Centre
600 2 Street NE

Hours of Operation:
Tuesdays:
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.