Vaccinations
Vaccines play an important role in helping British Columbians maintain their health and wellbeing. We’ve put together this resource page to help you learn more about immunizations and the processes that ensure they are safe and effective.
Vaccine Essentials
Vaccine Basics
Learn what vaccines are, how vaccines work, why vaccination is important, and what you need to know
Vaccines by Disease
Learn about the different vaccines and the diseases they prevent
Safety
Vaccines used in Canada are safe and effective
For Who and When
Vaccines aren't just for kids. People of all ages need vaccines to stay healthy
Travel
When travelling internationally, you may be at risk in other parts of the world
Find a Clinic
Find out where to get your influenza vaccine and if you can get if for free
Resources
Tools and resources to help you stay informed and up-to-date on information about vaccines and vaccinations
Your Plan Coverage
Your plan may have vaccination coverage. Talk to your employer, or plan details can be found anytime on our website or mobile app
Vaccination Records
Log-in to your member profile and click Digital Wellness Tools to store your vaccination records on Health Connected
COVID-19 Vaccine
COVID-19 vaccination at a glance
BC is working with federal, provincial, and health authority partners to plan the COVID-19 immunization program.
Vaccines for COVID-19
Two COVID-19 vaccines have been authorized for use in Canada to date.
Vaccine approval process
Canada has one of the most thorough systems to approve new vaccines for use in people.
Eligibility
Learn more about the populations who are eligible to receive approved COVID-19 vaccines in BC.
BC’s plan for vaccine distribution
Vaccines are being delivered regularly to locations in all health authorities.
Monitoring uptake, safety and effectiveness
COVID-19 immunization will be carefully documented.