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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 and influenza vaccines. Appointments may be booked, drop-in only, or a combination of both. Please see specific clinic 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

LWF Community Hall
843 Fall River Rd., Fall River
Sunday, January 14 from 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Offering COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +).

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

Fisherman’s Cove Heritage Centre
4 Government Wharf Rd., Eastern Passage
Thursday, January 18 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Offering COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +).

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

Ketch Harbour Community Hall
964 Ketch Harbour Rd., Duncan’s Cove
Thursday, January 18 from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Offering COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +).

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

Sackville Legion
45 Sackville Cross Rd., Lower Sackville
Friday, January 19 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Offering:

  • COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +).
  • PCR testing and rapid test pick-up.

Note: Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing. Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Eastern Zone

The People’s Place Antigonish Town & County Library
283 Main St., Antigonish
Saturday, January 13 from 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Services Available:

  • COVID-19 and Influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +).
  • Health information available on-site.
  • COVID-19 rapid test kits to take home.

Note: Drop in only. Booked appointments not available. This clinic supports people of African descent; however all are welcome. Learn more: www.nshealth.ca/Black-Public-Health.

Port Morien Legion
2832 NS-255, Port Morien
Sunday, January 14 from 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Offering COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +).

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

Chedabucto Lifestyle Complex
60 Green St., Guysborough
Thursday, January 18 from 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Services Available:

  • COVID-19 Moderna & Pfizer and Influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing and COVID-19 rapid test kits to take home.
  • Health information available on-site.

Note: Drop in only. Booked appointments not available. This clinic supports people of African descent; however, all are welcome. Learn more: www.nshealth.ca/Black-Public-Health.

Royal Canadian Legion
99 Midgeley Dr., Sydney
Friday, January 19 from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Offering:

  • COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing and rapid test pick-up

Note: Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing. Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Northern Zone

Dr. Carson & Marion Murray Community Centre
6 Main St., Springhill
Saturday, January 13 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Offering COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +)

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

Amherst Public Health Office
Infant COVID-19 and Influenza Immunization Clinic (Under 5 years)
18 South Albion St., Amherst
Wednesday, January 17 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Offering COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +).
Call to book an appointment (required): Phone: 902-667-3319 |Toll Free: 1-800-767-3319.

Note: COVID-19 rapid tests available.

Western Zone

Mahone Bay Centre
45 School St., Mahone Bay
Sunday, January 14 from 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Offering COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +).

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

Annapolis Royal Fire Department
5 Saint Anthony St., Annapolis Royal
Monday, January 15
Booked Appointments: 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Drop-ins: 2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

  • Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months +)
  • Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 12 +)
  • Influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +)

Note: COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

New Germany Royal Canadian Legion
44 Varner Rd., New Germany
Wednesday, January 17
Booked Appointments: 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Drop-ins: 2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

  • Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months +)
  • Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 12 +)
  • Influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +)

Note: COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Island & Barrington Fire Department
1085 Hwy. 330, Centreville
Thursday, January 18
Booked Appointments: 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Drop-ins: 2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Vaccines Offered:

  • Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months +)
  • Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 12 +)
  • Influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +)

Note: 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.

Harrietsfield Community Centre
1138 Old Sambro Rd., Harrietsfield 
Saturday, January 13 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Note: Drop in to pick up rapid tests. Booked appointments and PCR tests not available.

Scotia Square
5201 Duke St., Halifax
Thursday, January 18 from 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Note: Drop in to pick up rapid tests. Booked appointments and PCR tests not available.

Northern Zone

River Hebert Fire Department
1495 Hwy. 242, River Hebert
Friday, January 19 from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Note: Drop in to pick up rapid tests. Booked appointments and PCR tests not available.

Western Zone

Digby Curling Centre
29 Shreve St., Digby
Thursday, January 18 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Note: Drop in to pick up rapid tests. Booked appointments and PCR tests not available.

Digby Area Recreation Facility
27 Shreve St., Digby
Thursday, January 18 from 12 – 4:30 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. 

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