Our pharmacists are injection certified by the College of Pharmacists. We can inject your vaccinations and IM/SC medications on-site. Our pharmacists can inject everyone age 4 years and older.
Vaccine Administration
Service Overview
Protect Yourself and Others — Get Your Flu Shot!
The influenza vaccine (flu shot) is recommended every year during flu season to help protect you and those around you. Influenza can lead to serious illness, especially in people at higher risk, including:
- Children under 5 years old
- Adults over 65
- Pregnant individuals
- Residents of long-term care or assisted living facilities
- People with weakened immune systems or chronic health conditions
Why get vaccinated? Getting your flu shot is the best way to reduce your risk of getting sick — and when you do, you also help protect vulnerable people in your community.
Who can get the flu shot in B.C.? In British Columbia, flu shots are available free of charge for residents aged 6 months and older during the Fall and Winter seasons.
Our pharmacy offers:
- Intramuscular flu shots for ages 4 and up
- Intranasal flu shots (a spray, not a needle) for children aged 2 and up
Stay healthy and protect those around you — book your flu shot!
Protect Yourself Against Pneumonia
The pneumonia vaccine is recommended for everyone aged 65 and older and other individuals at higher risk of serious illness.
What is pneumonia?
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can cause coughing, fever, and difficulty breathing. It spreads when bacteria are inhaled through the nose or throat and enter the lungs. While anyone can get pneumonia, it can lead to serious complications — including meningitis and bloodstream infections (sepsis) — in young children, older adults, and people with certain health conditions.
How can the vaccine help?
The pneumonia vaccine reduces the risk of serious infection and complications. It is available year-round and can be administered on-site by our pharmacists.
Who is eligible for a free pneumonia vaccine in B.C.?
The Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine (PNEU-P-23) is provided free of charge for:
- Seniors aged 65 and older (if eligible and not contraindicated)
*Residents of nursing homes or residential care facilities
Additionally, individuals aged 2 and older may be eligible if they have:
- Diabetes, cystic fibrosis, or a chronic cerebrospinal fluid leak
- A weakened immune system (due to disease or medical treatment)
- No spleen, or a spleen that isn’t functioning properly
- Sickle cell disease
- Chronic liver disease (e.g., cirrhosis, hepatitis B or C)
- Chronic kidney, heart, or lung disease
- A cochlear implant, or are waiting for one
- Had an islet cell, solid organ, or stem cell transplant
- Alcohol dependency
- Homelessness
- Use of illicit drugs
Looking for broader protection?
Other pneumonia vaccines such as Prevnar®20 (PCV20), Vaxneuvance® (PCV15), and Capvaxive™ (PCV21) offer additional coverage. These vaccines are not part of the free program but can be purchased at the pharmacy.
Talk to our pharmacists today to find out which pneumonia vaccine is right for you.
Protect Yourself Against Shingles
The shingles vaccine is recommended for everyone aged 50 and older (if eligible and not contraindicated).
What is shingles?
Shingles is a painful skin rash caused by the varicella zoster virus—the same virus that causes chickenpox. After you’ve had chickenpox (or the chickenpox vaccine), the virus stays dormant in your body and can reactivate later in life as shingles.
Shingles typically appears as an itchy, blistering rash on the face or body. It can also cause severe nerve pain that may continue long after the rash clears, a condition called post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN).
How can the vaccine help?
The shingles vaccine can:
- Reduce your risk of developing shingles
- Lessen the severity and duration of shingles symptoms
- Lower the chance of long-term nerve pain (PHN)
Vaccine details:
- Two-dose series: Doses are given 2–6 months apart
- Available year-round at our pharmacy
- Not covered by B.C. Pharmacare, but may be covered by extended health or third-party insurance plans
Speak to our pharmacists today to learn more about shingles prevention and vaccine options.
HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is a common sexually transmitted virus.
Most infections clear on their own, but some can cause:
- Cervical cancer
- Genital warts
HPV often has no symptoms and can take years to develop into cancer.
The HPV vaccine helps protect against cervical cancer, genital warts, and other HPV-related cancers.
Recommended by the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI).
Who is eligible for a FREE HPV vaccine in B.C.?
- All students in Grades 6 to 12 (Routine dose in Grade 6, with catch-up options)
- Cisgender males aged 19–26 who are:
- Men who have sex with men (including those questioning orientation or not yet sexually active)
- Street-involved
- Males aged 9–26 who are:
- Men who have sex with men
- Street-involved
- Living with HIV
- In care of the Ministry of Children & Family Development (ages 9–18)
- In youth custody service centres (ages 12–17)
- Females and males who started the series before age 19 but did not complete the series (up to age 26)
The HPV vaccine is recommended but not free (may be covered by insurance) for:
- Women aged 19–45
- Cisgender males aged 19–26 (who don’t meet free criteria)
- Men aged 27+ who have sex with men (MSM)
💬 Ask Our Pharmacists!
✔ Check your eligibility
✔ Review insurance coverage
✔ Book your HPV vaccine appointment
Stay Protected Against Tetanus & Diphtheria
The Tetanus-Diphtheria (Td) vaccine is recommended for everyone aged 7 and older (if eligible and not contraindicated).
What are tetanus and diphtheria?
- Tetanus (“lockjaw”) is a serious infection caused by bacteria found in soil. It enters the body through cuts or scrapes and produces a toxin that causes painful muscle tightening. Tetanus can affect breathing muscles and may be fatal in up to 1 in 5 cases.
- Diphtheria is a contagious infection of the nose and throat spread through coughing, sneezing, or direct contact. It can cause severe breathing problems and lead to complications such as heart failure and paralysis. About 1 in 10 people who get diphtheria may die.
How can the vaccine help? The Td vaccine is the best way to protect against both tetanus and diphtheria. It is recommended:
- Every 10 years for continued protection
- Especially important for those at risk of cuts or injuries (e.g. gardening, sports, housekeeping, camping)
Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Protection
Pertussis is a contagious infection that can be dangerous for young babies who are too young to be vaccinated. To help protect newborns, the Tdap vaccine (which includes protection against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis) is recommended once during every pregnancy between 27–32 weeks.
Who is eligible for a free vaccine in B.C.?
In B.C.:
- The Td vaccine is provided free of charge to *everyone aged 7 and older
- The Tdap vaccine is provided free to pregnant individuals
Both vaccines are available year-round and can be administered by our pharmacists on-site.
Speak with our pharmacists today to ensure you’re up to date on your tetanus and diphtheria protection.
Catch Up on Missed Childhood Vaccines
If your child missed their school vaccination day, we can help! Our pharmacists can administer school-age vaccines on-site to help keep your child’s immunizations up to date.
Common school vaccines include:
- HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
- Men-C (Meningococcal C)
- Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
- Varicella (Chickenpox)
- Polio
What do you need to do? Contact your local health unit to request your child’s updated immunization record. Once you have the record, bring it to the pharmacy and we can help your child catch up on any missing booster doses.
Keeping childhood immunizations up to date is an important step in protecting your child and the community from vaccine-preventable diseases.
Stay Protected While You Travel
Don’t let bugs ruin your vacation!
Before you travel, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about which travel vaccines and medications are recommended for your destination.
Once you’ve seen your doctor, we can:
- Fill your travel prescriptions
- Administer your travel vaccinations right here at the pharmacy
Please note:
Travel vaccines and medications are not covered by Pharmacare, but may be covered by third-party insurance plans.
Plan ahead — some vaccines require multiple doses or need time to take effect. Speak to our pharmacists today to prepare for your trip!
Stay Protected Against COVID-19
Our pharmacy offers the most up-to-date Pfizer and Moderna mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, designed to protect against the current variants.
Why get vaccinated?
COVID-19 vaccines help:
- Reduce your risk of severe illness and hospitalization
- Protect against long COVID
- Offer added protection if you are older, immunocompromised, or have underlying health conditions
Whether you’re getting vaccinated for the first time or are due for a booster, we’re here to help.
How to book:
Appointments can be made using your government invitation or by calling the pharmacy to inquire.
Protect yourself and those around you — book your COVID-19 vaccination today.
Protect Yourself Against RSV
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common and highly contagious virus that affects the lungs and breathing passages. While it often causes mild, cold-like symptoms, RSV can lead to serious complications in:
- Adults aged 60 and older
- People with chronic health conditions such as heart or lung disease
For at-risk individuals, RSV can cause:
- Pneumonia
- Hospitalization
- In severe cases, death
How can the vaccine help?
Arexvy is the first Health Canada-approved RSV vaccine for older adults. A single dose of Arexvy can significantly reduce your risk of severe illness caused by RSV.
Speak with our pharmacy team today to see if you’re eligible and protect your health this season.
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