We’re excited to share an update regarding the approval of the first COVID-19 vaccine for children between 6 months and 5 years of age! Health Canada has approved a paediatric version of the Moderna vaccine. This version of the vaccine will be administered in doses one-quarter the size of that approved for adults.

At the time of writing this blog post, Magenta Health does not have immediate plans to offer the COVID-19 vaccine to patients of any age directly at our clinics. Currently, there are public vaccination sites throughout the city that are offering COVID-19 vaccines to eligible individuals.

Starting July 28, appointments will be available through the COVID-19 vaccination portal and the Provincial Vaccine Contact Centre, directly through public health units using their own booking system, participating primary care providers and paediatricians, as well as at participating pharmacies and Indigenous-led vaccination clinics.

Parents and caregivers with questions are encouraged to speak with their health care provider or call the Provincial Vaccine Contact Centre at 1-833-943-3900 to speak to a health specialist or visit COVID-19 Vaccine Consult Service to book a confidential phone appointment with a SickKids Registered Nurse.

For more resources on how to book your child’s COVID-19 vaccine, general COVID-19 information, and common FAQs about the COVID-19 vaccines, please visit the following page: https://www.magentahealth.ca/covid-vaccine-rollout