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The Region of Waterloo is hosting school vaccine clinics between December 2 – 23, 2021 across Waterloo Region to make it easier for 5-11 year olds to get vaccinated.
School vaccine clinics
Children aged 5-11 and their family members who still need a first or second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine can book appointments at these school clinics. A parent/guardian must attend the clinic with their child. Evening and weekend appointments are available. Free parking is available on-site at all the clinics.
St. Peter Catholic Elementary School
92 Avenue Road, Cambridge
Thursday December 2, 2021 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Queensmount Public School
21 Westmount Road, Kitchener
Saturday December 4, 2021 9:15 am – 3:15 pm
Wilson Avenue Public School
221 Wilson Avenue, Kitchener
Thursday December 9, 2021 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Tuesday December 14, 2021 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sunnyside Public School
1042 Weber Street East, Kitchener
Wednesday December 15, 2021 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Thursday December 16, 2021 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
St. Bernadette Catholic School
245 Lorne Avenue, Kitchener
Sunday December 19, 2021 9:15 am – 3:15 pm
Monday December 20, 2021 9:15 am – 3:15 pm
St. Anne Catholic School
127 Elgin St. North, Cambridge
Tuesday December 21, 2021 9:15 am – 3:15 pm
Wednesday December 22, 2021 9:15 am – 3:15 pm
Linwood Public School
50 Pine Street, Linwood
Thursday December 23, 2021 9:15 am – 3:15 pm
How to book an appointment?
To book an appointment for your child and any family members who still need a first or second dose of the vaccine, please visit the Region of Waterloo website: regionofwaterloo/GetaVaccine
These clinics do not take walk-ins, an appointment is needed.
Who can get the vaccine now?
Children between the ages of 5-11 are now eligible to get their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Anyone born in 2016 or earlier is eligible.
What vaccine will be given?
Health Canada has approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children 5-11 years old. See the resources below for more information.
COVID-19 Vaccines for Children
COVID-19 Vaccines for Children and Youth
Virtual group programs have been developed in partnership with our participants to address a variety of interests, skill practice, goals and outcomes that promote inclusion, encourage community participation and nurture social connectivity. Visit our website for the December virtual group program calendar, for Children and Youth and Young Adults!
For more information, register or program descriptions, please call 1-877-855-7070 or email us at [email protected]
Recreational Respite will be closing our offices from December 20, 2021 - January 3, 2022, for a much needed break.
