Effective 8 a.m. May 18, eligibility in the provincial age-based immunization program for first doses moves to 16 years of age and older for the entire province, including the Northern Saskatchewan Administration District.
This applies to all immunization clinics: booked appointments, pharmacies, drive-thru/walk-in, and mobile.
Only the Pfizer vaccine has been approved for use with residents aged 16 and 17.
A school immunization program for those aged 16-17 will be introduced in June, although eligible residents of this age can be immunized at any of the clinics currently offering the Pfizer vaccine.
Eligibility criteria for second doses remains unchanged at 85 years and older or anyone of any age who received their first dose before Feb. 15.
Also eligible for the second dose are individuals diagnosed with or being treated for cancer, who will receive a letter of confirmation, and individuals who have received solid organ transplants, who will receive a letter of confirmation.
Residents can book online 24/7 at saskatchewan.ca/COVID-19 vaccine. Booked appointments are currently available at many participating pharmacies. Online booking through SHA's patient booking system for second dose immunizations is expected to begin later this week.
For those needing additional support, booking is also available by phone at 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829).
