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

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:

• www.nshealth.ca/coronavirusvaccine
• novascotia.ca/flu

Upcoming COVID-19 and Influenza Clinics

CENTRAL ZONE

Mulgrave Park Caring & Learning Centre

57 Jarvis Ln., Halifax

Thursday, November 9 from 11:30 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: Drop in only. Booked appointments not available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Beaver Bank Kinsac Community Centre

1583 Beaver Bank Rd., Beaver Bank

Friday, November 10 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.

Emmanuel Baptist Church (EBC) / Black Health and Wellness Clinic

633 Pockwock Rd., Hammonds Plains

Friday, November 10 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Pfizer and Moderna XBB.1.5 (ages 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.

*This clinic supports people of African descent; however, all are welcome. Learn more: www.nshealth.ca/Black-Public-Health.

EASTERN ZONE

Royal Canadian Legion

99 Midgeley Dr., Sydney

Saturday, November 4 from 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Vaccines Offered:

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

Note: Drop in only. Booked appointments not available.

Port Hood Fire Hall

304 Main St., Port Hood

Sunday, November 5 from 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (ages 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.

Menelik Hall Community Centre / Black Health and Wellness Clinic

88 Laurier St., Whitney Pier

Thursday, November 9 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Pfizer and Moderna XBB.1.5 (ages 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.

*This clinic supports people of African descent; however, all are welcome. Learn more: www.nshealth.ca/Black-Public-Health.

Mulgrave Medical Centre

403 Murray St., Mulgrave

Friday, November 10 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: Booked appointments encouraged; limited drop-in appointments may be available. COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

NORTHERN ZONE

Maitland Fire Department

8802 Hwy. 215, Maitland

Sunday, November 5 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (ages 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.

Colchester East Hants Health Centre - Truro Public Health Office

Infant COVID-19 and Influenza Immunization Clinic (Under 5 years)

600 Abenaki Road, Truro

Tuesday, November 7 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Available Doses:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months+)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months+)

Note: Booked appointment required. Book online or call 902-893-5820. COVID-19 rapid tests available.

Truro Library

754 Prince St., Truro

Wednesday, November 8 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Vaccines Offered:

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

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

Lismore Community Centre

4699 Shore Rd., Merigomish

Thursday, November 9 from 11 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.

New Glasgow Public Health Office

Infant COVID-19 and Influenza Immunization Clinic (Under 5 years)

690 East River Rd., New Glasgow

Thursday, November 9 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Available Doses:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (age 6 months and over)
• Influenza Quadrivalent (ages 6 months and over)

Note: Booked appointment required. Book online or call 902-752-5151. COVID-19 rapid tests available.

WESTERN ZONE

Port Williams Community Centre

1045 Main St., Port Williams

Saturday, November 4 from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Vaccines Offered:

• COVID-19 Moderna XBB.1.5 (ages 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.

New Germany Royal Canadian Legion

44 Varner Rd., New Germany

Wednesday, November 8

Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Walk ins: 1:30 – 2 p.m.

Offering Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over).

Hantsport Baptist Church

6 Willow St., Hantsport

Thursday, November 9

Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Walk ins: 1:30 – 2 p.m.

Offering Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)

Our Health Centre

3769 Highway 3, Chester

Friday, November 10

Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Walk ins: 1:30 – 2 p.m.

Offering Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)

Upcoming COVID-19 Testing Clinics

CENTRAL ZONE

Cobequid Community Health Centre

40 Freer Ln., Lower Sackville

Saturday, November 4 and Sunday, November 5 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.

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.