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Photo: Freerange StockOntario to require proof of vaccination in select settings
- The Ontario government announced today that beginning September 22, 2021, Ontarians will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination along with photo ID to access certain public settings and facilities.
- The new regulations will help protect Ontarians against the Delta-driven fourth wave of COVID-19.
- The new requirements will not apply to individuals seeking medical care, trips to the grocery store or outdoor settings.
- Ontario will also introduce an enhanced digital vaccine receipt that features a QR code and can be kept on a phone to show that you’ve been vaccinated.
Photo: Jack Moreh - Freerange StockNiagara Health to administer third COVID-19 vaccine doses
- Niagara Health will administer third COVID-19 vaccine doses to select high-risk populations starting Aug. 31.
- Although two-doses of COVID-19 vaccine provides strong protection, some vulnerable populations may require a third dose.
- The Province of Ontario recently announced offering third doses of a COVID-19 vaccine to select high-risk populations.
- Niagara Health will administer third COVID-19 vaccine doses starting Tuesday, Aug. 31 at the St. Catharines Site as walk-in only between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. (closed between 12 and 1 p.m.) on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Eligibility letters are required for third doses.