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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:
Upcoming COVID-19 and Influenza Clinics
Central Zone
North End Parent Resource Centre
5475 Uniacke St., Halifax
Wednesday, November 29 from 1 - 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. This clinic supports people of African descent; however all are welcome. Learn more: www.nshealth.ca/Black-Public-Health.
Northern Zone
Amherst Lions Club
Black Health and Wellness Clinic
9 Electric St., Amherst
Monday, November 27 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.
Wentworth Learning Centre
13371 NS-4, Wentworth
Monday, November 27 from 12:30 - 5:30 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.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 60
10778 Durham St., Pugwash
Tuesday, November 28 from 12:30 - 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.
New Glasgow Library
182 Dalhousie St., New Glasgow
Tuesday, November 28 from 10 a.m. - 3 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.
NSCC Truro - Learn Lounge, Forrester Hall
36 Arthur St., Truro
Wednesday, November 29 from 10 a.m. - 3 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
Digby Royal Canadian Legion
92 Mount St., Digby, Nova Scotia
Monday, November 27
Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Walk ins: 1:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Note: Offering Moderna COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccines (ages 6 months and over). COVID-19 rapid tests available.
Bridgewater Fire Department
81 Dominion St., Bridgewater
Monday, November 27 from 12 - 5:30 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.
Lunenburg Fire Department
25 Medway St., Lunenburg
Tuesday, November 28 from 12 - 6 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.
Gibson Woods & District Community Centre
Black Health and Wellness Clinic
485 Gibson Woods Rd., Gibson Woods
Wednesday, November 29 from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 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.
NSCC Bridgewater Lunenburg Campus
75 High St., Bridgewater
Thursday, November 30
Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Walk ins: 2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Note: Offering Moderna COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccines (ages 6 months and over). COVID-19 rapid tests available.
Our Health Centre
3769 Highway 3, Chester
Friday, December 1
Booked Appointments: 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Walk ins: 2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Note: Offering Moderna COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccines (ages 6 months and over). COVID-19 rapid tests 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.
Mic Mac Mall
21 Micmac Blvd., Dartmouth
Monday, November 27 from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Note: Drop in to pick up rapid tests. Booked appointments and PCR tests not available.
Cole Harbour Place
51 Forest Hills Pkwy., Dartmouth
Tuesday, November 28 from 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Note: Drop in to pick up rapid tests. Booked appointments and PCR tests not available.
Western Zone
Heather's Your Independent Grocer Middleton
316 Main St. Unit 306, Middleton
Wednesday, November 29 from 1 - 5 p.m.
Note: Drop in to pick up rapid tests. Booked appointments and PCR tests not available.
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.