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== COVID-19 Vaccination in Canada ==

The COVID-19 vaccination in Canada is part of the global effort to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. The vaccination campaign in Canada began in December 2020, following the approval of the first vaccines by Health Canada. The primary goal of the vaccination program is to achieve widespread immunity against SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19.

Vaccines Approved

As of [date], several COVID-19 vaccines have been approved for use in Canada, including:

• Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine
• Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
• AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
• Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine

Distribution and Administration

The distribution of COVID-19 vaccines in Canada is managed by the Public Health Agency of Canada in collaboration with provincial and territorial governments. Vaccines are distributed based on population size and other factors such as outbreak severity. The administration of vaccines is carried out by healthcare professionals in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, and mass vaccination sites.

Priority Groups

The vaccination campaign initially prioritized high-risk groups, including:

• Healthcare workers
• Residents and staff of long-term care facilities
• Elderly individuals
• Individuals with underlying health conditions

As vaccine supply increased, eligibility expanded to include the general population.

Vaccine Hesitancy

Vaccine hesitancy has been a challenge in Canada, as in many other countries. Efforts to address hesitancy include public education campaigns, community outreach, and transparent communication about vaccine safety and efficacy.

Impact

The COVID-19 vaccination campaign has had a significant impact on reducing the number of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths in Canada. The widespread vaccination has also contributed to the easing of public health restrictions and the gradual reopening of the economy.

Related Pages

• COVID-19 pandemic in Canada
• Public Health Agency of Canada
• Health Canada
• SARS-CoV-2
• COVID-19 vaccine