Public Health providing COVID-19 and influenza immunization and COVID-19 testing in Nova Scotia - Nova Scotia Health Authority

Public Health supports access to COVID-19 and influenza immunization, as well as COVID-19 testing across the province. To help ensure all Nova Scotians have access to these important services, we will be holding testing and immunization clinics next week. All upcoming clinics can be found online at www.nshealth.ca/PHMU.

COVID-19 testing clinics provide on-site PCR testing and give out rapid test kits. Unless otherwise noted, drop-ins and booked appointments are welcome. If you’d like to book appointment, visit www.nshealth.ca/coronavirustesting or call 1-833-797-7772.

Immunization clinics offer COVID-19, influenza and high-dose flu vaccines for those age 65 and over, unless otherwise noted. Please see specific details in the listings below. To book an appointment, visit novascotia.ca/vaccination or call 1-833-797-7772.

Learn more about these vaccines and eligibility:

Upcoming COVID-19 and Influenza Clinics

Central Zone

Eastern Shore Community Centre
67 Park Rd., Musquodoboit Harbour
Sunday, December 31 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months - 64 years)
• High-Dose Influenza (age 65+)

Note: Drop-in only. Booked appointments not available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Brooklyn Civic Centre
995 NS-215, Brooklyn
Thursday, January 4 from 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months - 64 years)
• High-Dose Influenza (age 65+)

Note: Booked appointments encouraged; limited drop-in appointments may be available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Musquodoboit Recreation Center & Library
7900 Highway 7, Musquodoboit Harbour
Friday, January 5 from 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months - 64 years)
• High-Dose Influenza (age 65+)

Note: Booked appointments encouraged; limited drop-in appointments may be available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Eastern Zone

Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre
606 Reeves St., Port Hawkesbury
Saturday, December 30 from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months - 64 years)
• High-Dose Influenza (age 65+)

Note: Drop-in only. Booked appointments not available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Mira Centre
4037 Gabarus Hwy., Marion Bridge
Thursday, January 4 from 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months - 64 years)
• High-Dose Influenza (age 65+)

Note: Booked appointments encouraged; limited drop-in appointments may be available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

St. Peter's & Area Lions Club
39 Lions Ave, St. Peter's
Friday, January 5 from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months - 64 years)
• High-Dose Influenza (age 65+)

Note: Booked appointments encouraged; limited drop-in appointments may be available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Northern Zone

Parrsboro Lions Club
210 King St., Parrsboro
Saturday, December 30 from 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months - 64 years)
• High-Dose Influenza (age 65+)

Drop-in only. Booked appointments not available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Bass River Fire Hall
5554 Highway 2, Bass River
Wednesday, January 3 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months - 64 years)
• High-Dose Influenza (age 65+)

Note: Drop-in only. Booked appointments not available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

East Hants Family Resource Centre (Room 104)
224 Hwy. 214, Elmsdale
Thursday, January 4 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months - 64 years)
• High-Dose Influenza (age 65+)

Note: Drop-in only. Booked appointments not available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Western Zone

Wolfville Lions Club
36 Elm Ave., Wolfville
Sunday, December 31 from 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months - 64 years)
• High-Dose Influenza (age 65+)

Note: Drop-in only. Booked appointments not available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Canning Multiplex - COVID-19 and Influenza Immunization Clinic
977 J Jordan Road
Canning, Nova Scotia
Thursday, January 4
Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Walk ins: 2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)
• Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines (ages 12 and over)
• Influenza vaccines (ages 6 months and over)

Note: COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Middleton Fire Department
49 Church St., Middleton
Thursday, January 4 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months - 64 years)
• High-Dose Influenza (age 65+)

Note: Booked appointments encouraged; limited drop-in appointments may be available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Bridgetown Fire Hall
31 Bay Rd., Bridgetown
Friday, January 5 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months - 64 years)
• High-Dose Influenza (age 65+)

Note: Booked appointments encouraged; limited drop-in appointments may be available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Upcoming COVID-19 Testing Clinics

Central Zone

Cobequid Community Health Centre
40 Freer Ln., Lower Sackville
Every Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Note: Drop in to pick up rapid tests. Booked appointments and PCR tests not available. Mobile Primary Care clinic also on site.

Cole Harbour Place
51 Forest Hills Pkwy, Dartmouth
Thursday, January 4 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Note: Drop in to pick up rapid tests. Booked appointments and PCR tests not available.

Eastern Zone

Glace Bay Fire Hall
87 Reserve St., Glace Bay
Sunday, December 31 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Note: Booked appointments and drop-ins welcome. PCR testing available on site, and rapid tests available to take home.

Northern Zone

East Hants Sportsplex
1076 NS-2, Lantz
Friday, January 5 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Note: Drop in to pick up rapid tests. Booked appointments and PCR tests not available.

Western Zone

Shelburne Community Centre
63 King Street, Shelburne
Saturday, December 30 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Note: Booked appointments and drop-ins welcome. PCR testing available on site, and rapid tests available to take home.

Please note:

• Vaccines and testing are free and available to all ages that meet eligibility requirements.
• Please bring your health card with you, if you have one.
• Immunization and testing clinics are healthcare environments. Masks are required and will be offered upon entry to the clinic.
• You may have to wait in line outside; please dress accordingly.
• Clinics may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
• COVID-19 rapid test kits will also be available at most immunization clinics.

Do you have a COVID-19 symptom? Get tested right away! Early detection is key when it comes to being considered for COVID-19 medication. Please complete the Report and Support form when you book a PCR test or have a positive rapid test.

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