Seniors in Halton are getting closer to receiving the COVID-19 vaccination.
Starting on Wednesday March 3rd, Halton residents who are 80 years of age and older can book their appointment to receive their COVID-19 vaccine at a Halton Region COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic.
Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr says getting the Region’s most vulnerable residents vaccinated as quickly as possible is its top priority.
“Our clinics are ready and our online booking system is set to open for appointment bookings on March 3. Our ability to vaccinate our community is dependent on supply from the Federal Government and direction from the Province on who to prioritize for vaccination. Thank you to our incredible Halton Region staff for all of the hard work behind the scenes to get us ready for this important milestone in our program. We will continue to expand our vaccination program as more supply becomes available.”
To support residents 80 years of age and older who require transportation, the Halton Region has been working with Specialized Local Municipal Transit service providers and taxi services to ensure residents can conveniently request and arrange free transportation to and from Regional clinics if required.
Halton Region’s Medical Officer of Health Dr. Hamidah Meghani says vaccinating the people who are most at-risk is critical in the fight against COVID-19.
“If you know someone who is 80 years of age or older and may need assistance accessing information or booking their online appointment, please reach out to them to assist. While we continue to vaccinate priority groups, I am urging everyone to keep staying home except for essential purposes, avoiding social gatherings and preparing to be vaccinated when it is your turn.”
Milton’s COVID-19 vaccine clinic is being set-up at the FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton at the corner of Main Street and Thompson Road.
