COVID-19 Immunization Alert: Appointments still available

​COVID-19 vaccine booking eligibility remains unchanged from the last update provided on March 15. This includes all individuals 70 years of age and older, individuals 50 years of age and older living in the Northern Saskatchewan Administration District, and all remaining phase one health care workers.

While the vast majority in this age group have either received their vaccine or have an appointment booked, the SHA does have a number of appointments available in various locations around the province in the next week, including Regina, where there is a noted increase in the number of variant cases.

The telephone line (1-833 SASKVAX) is also reporting shorter-than-average wait times. This option is encouraged for individuals without a health card, or those who cannot otherwise book online, such as health care workers who have received their eligibility notification.

The SHA is urging those who are eligible to book these appointments as soon as possible, as eligibility to book will be opening up to further age groups in the coming days. If the location nearest you doesn't have appointments, try searching other locations nearby.

Given the demand for clinics through both online booking and the phone lines, most appointments available are being booked into first week of April. April allocations of vaccine have not yet been finalized; new clinics will be added as vaccine allocations are confirmed. Changes have been very quickly made to eligible age groups to date; however this is anticipated to slow down in the days ahead, given the high population of people who fall into the upcoming age categories.

ELIGIBILITY DETAILS

Individuals 70 years of age and older

• People meeting this criteria can book their appointment online 24/7 using their health card at www.saskatchewan.ca/covid19-vaccine; or call 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.

Individuals 50 to 69 years of age living in the Northern Saskatchewan Administration District

• Booking online is not available for this age group at this time. 
• Individuals meeting this criteria are invited to now book their vaccination by calling 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. 
• A map of this area and the communities within it can be found at: https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/first-nations-metis-and-northern-community-businesses/economic-development/northern-administration-district
• Individuals 70 years of age and over living in the Northern Administrative District can utilize online booking according to the instructions above.

All Remaining Phase One Health Care Workers

• All remaining phase one health care workers are invited to book their vaccination by calling 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. 
• Booking online is not available for this category. These individuals require proof of their eligibility in order to book – this will be provided directly to them by their employer.
• A list of positions that qualify within this category are listed on the saskatchewan.ca website.

VACCINE INFORMATION

What you need to know about appointment availability

• Immunizations are only available by-appointment at this time. Drop-in and mobile clinics, as well as access through participating pharmacies will be available in the future. 
• You can have a friend or family member go online or call to schedule your appointment for you. Identification will be required at the time of the actual appointment.
• You will receive confirmation soon after your appointment has been made. There is no need to call the phone line to confirm appointment details. 
• Clinic availability is dependent on vaccine availability. Additional clinics will be added as Saskatchewan receives more doses. 
• At this time, existing demand for vaccine far outweighs our available supplies.
• The booking office does not have access to extra appointments than what is available online.
• Second dose appointments are not available at this time. Public communication will take place once these appointments become available.

Individuals are NOT eligible to receive COVID-19 Vaccine at this time if:

• You are less than 80 years of age and you have been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 90 days.
• You have received any other vaccine in the last 14 days.
• You have received a dose of COVID-19 vaccine previously elsewhere.

Remember: even after being vaccinated, you must continue following all public health orders and guidelines. COVID-19 is everywhere in Saskatchewan. It is the responsibility of every person to strictly adhere to all public health orders and measures, including:

• Keep 2 metres away from others when in public and wear a mask.
• Limit gatherings and ensure gathering sizes do not exceed public health orders.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. 
• Do not touch your eyes, nose, mouth or mask with unwashed hands.
• Stay home if you are unwell; seek health care services when you help.
• Regularly monitor your health for any COVID-19 symptoms and seek testing.