COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments

• Book through the Provincial COVID-19 Vaccine Booking System for vaccine appointments at the TBDHU Clinic at the CLE Coliseum and the TBRHSC Clinic at the Bora Laskin Building. If you cannot book online, you can call the Provincial Vaccine Booking Line at 1-833-943-3900. Hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily.
  • NOTE: All of the current clinic appointments have been filled. Additional appointment spots will be available within the next few days to accommodate the increased number of individuals eligible for second doses, while also accommodating those who want a first dose but haven't received it yet.
• Book at the Students, Families and 70+ Clinic.
• Book at the TBRHSC Bora Laskin Second Dose Pfizer 70+ Clinic.
  • Individuals can also call TBDHU at (807) 625-5900 or Toll-Free at 1-888-294-6630 for either of the above two clinics.

• Youth aged 12 to 17 will be provided the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine as per the product monograph.
• Consent for vaccination of youth will be obtained at the time of the appointment. If a parent or legal guardian cannot attend the appointment, they are asked to provide written consent for vaccination using the COVID-19 Vaccine Consent Form for Youth.

Important Resources for Additional Information

• COVID-19 Vaccine Information Sheet for Youth (Aged 12-17)
• What youth need to know about their COVID-19 vaccine appointment
• Child and Youth COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet
• COVID-19 Vaccines for Ontario Youth - Children's COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Table
• COVID-19 Vaccines for Youth - Government of Ontario

Vaccination Pain Management Resources

• CARD System Handout: Coping with Pain and Fear around Vaccination for Teens - SickKids
• Needle pokes: Reducing pain with comfort positions and distraction - SickKids

How to Book an Appointment

• Book at the Students, Families and 70+ Clinic. If you cannot book online, you can call the TBDHU Call Centre at (807) 625-5900.
  • Any family members who are at least 12 years old and who have not already received their first dose of vaccine are also eligible to book appointments at these clinics.
• Book at the TBRHSC Bora Laskin Second Dose Pfizer 70+ Clinic.
• Book at a pop-up Neighbourhood Clinic or Rural Clinic - see the tabs below for details.
• Book at a mass immunization clinic using the Provincial COVID-19 Vaccine Booking System. If you cannot book online, you can call the Provincial Vaccine Booking Line at 1-833-943-3900. 
• Find a participating pharmacy and details on how to book an appointment, by visiting the COVID-19 Pharmacy Locations website and search by postal code or city.
• In preparation for 12+ Indigenous youth vaccinations, the Mindimooyenh Vaccination Clinic offered through ONWA, is taking pre-registrations for future vaccine appointments. Visit the ONWA COVID-19 Resources website for more details and to register.

COVID-19 pop-up immunization clinics will be offered in various neighbourhoods in the city of Thunder Bay for individuals living in the neighbourhood.

• First Dose
  • Anyone 12 years of age and over is eligible.
• Second Dose
  • Individuals 70 years of age and older, provided it has been at least 21 days since their first dose.
  • Individuals who received their first dose on or before April 18, 2021.
  • Note that for second doses, individuals will receive the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. Due to supply limitation, the Moderna vaccine will not be available at these clinics.

Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins will be accommodated at most clinics as supply allows. To book an appointment, call (807) 625-5900 or click here:

Book an Appointment at a Neighbourhood Pop-Up Clinic

For information on vaccination rollout in district communities, including schedule and eligibility for upcoming clinics, visit the District COVID-19 Immunization Clinics page.

• Select pharmacies in the TBDHU area are designated to receive either the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccine.
• Find a participating pharmacy, and details on how to book an appointment, by visiting the COVID-19 Pharmacy Locations website and search by postal code or city.
• Pharmacies receiving the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine can immunize individuals aged 12 and older. Those receiving Moderna can immunize individuals aged 18 and older. 

The following primary care providers are offering COVID-19 vaccines. Please contact them directly for full details.

Fort William Family Health Team

• Request an appointment through the Fort William Family Health Team website - click on "Appointments" then "Send us Information". You will receive a phone call back to schedule an immunization appointment.
• Vaccines are offered via a drive through system on Mondays and Wednesdays.

NorWest Community Health Centres - Thunder Bay

• Call the COVID-19 Vaccine Direct Line at (807) 626-7853. Leave one message with your name and number and their team will return your call to book an appointment.
• Follow the NorWest CHC Facebook page for regular updates.

On direction from the Province of Ontario, those who are urban Indigenous peoples, and their family circle, will now receive their second dose of COVID-19 vaccine at the dose interval as per the product monograph.

TBDHU is working with Indigenous organizations and health care partners, to ensure meaningful vaccine access for urban Indigenous people in Thunder Bay and surrounding areas. Current opportunities include: 

Mindimooyenh Vaccination Clinic

• Offered by the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA), in partnership with Dilico Anishinabek Family Care and TBDHU.
• Open to the Thunder Bay urban Indigenous population.
• Open to ALL Indigenous adults over 16/18 and their families sharing the same household, living in Thunder Bay and surrounding areas.  Prioritization is given to those 55+.
• In preparation for 12+ Indigenous youth vaccinations, the Mindimooyenh Vaccination Clinic offered through ONWA, is taking also pre-registrations for future vaccine appointments.
• Visit ONWA’s COVID-19 Information and Resources website for more information on clinic details, including how to register. 

Thunder Bay Urban Indigenous Vaccination Clinic

• Offered by Anishnawbe Mushkiki, in partnership with TBDHU, City of Thunder Bay, Nokiiwin Tribal Council and Indigenous Primary Health Care Council.
• Open to all Indigenous adults and their family members over 18 sharing the same household. 
• Second doses are now being booked. If you received your first dose with this clinic and have not received a call or email to confirm your second appointment, please call the clinic at (807) 623-0383. Only those that received their first dose with this clinic are eligible to have their second dose administered.
• Visit the Anishnawbe Mushkiki website for more information on clinic details, including how to register. 

Matawa Health Co-operative

• Open to Indigenous People residing in Thunder Bay 12 years and older and their families sharing the same household with prioritization for appointments for the vulnerable population.
• Specific youth clinics as well as second dose clinic dates are upcoming.
• Register with the Matawa Health Co-operative Receptionist at: mhc-reception@matawa.on.ca or by calling: 1-807-346-2370. Provide name, age, First Nation, address, phone number and whether or not transportation will be required.
• Visit the Matawa Health Co-operative website for more information.

• Open to individuals in both the City of Thunder Bay and the District communities.
• Use the In-Home COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment Request Form or call (807) 625-5900 or Toll-Free at 1-888-294-6630.
• Superior North EMS staff continue to provide immunizations as supply and staffing are available.
• Individuals in district communities will be contacted by their respective Family Health Team or Community Health Centre with details on how to book their in-home vaccination appointment.
• Individuals can still register and will be accommodated when there is a minimum number.

Please review the following resources before attending your vaccination appointment:

• COVID-19 Vaccine Information Sheet
• COVID-19 Vaccine Information Sheet for Youth (Aged 12-17)
• What you need to know about your COVID-19 vaccine appointment
• What to expect when you get a COVID-19 vaccine 

• The Thunder Bay COVID-19 Immunization Clinic is located at 425 Northern Avenue in the CLE Coliseum Building.
• Please complete the TBDHU COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Screening Tool within 24 hours of your appointment time and be prepared to show the results on your phone or print out the results. If you do not have access to a phone or computer and printer, you will be screened at the door. Any companions will also be screened.
• Consent for vaccination of youth will be obtained at the time of the appointment. If a parent or legal guardian cannot attend the appointment, they are asked to provide written consent for vaccination using the COVID-19 Vaccine Consent Form for Youth.
• Please do not show up early. If you have an appointment, you have a vaccine reserved for you.
• Wait in your vehicle and go to the door at the start time of your reserved time slot. Wait for the greeter outside to tell you to come in. For example, if your appointment is at 10:00 a.m., you will not be allowed to enter any earlier than 10:00 a.m.
• If you do not have mobility issues, please park further from the doors to allow closer parking space for those who need it.
• If you are being dropped off, please temporarily park directly outside of the doors to let your passenger off and assist them if needed.
• Wear a new medical mask and short sleeved shirt. If you do not have a medical mask, one will be provided at the clinic.
• Bring your OHIP or Ontario Health Card with you.
• Watch this video for a walk through of the clinic so you know what to expect.

Between now and your appointment, you must reschedule if:

• You have any of these COVID-19 symptoms.
• In the last 14 days, you had close contact, without personal protective equipment (i.e. medical-grade mask and eye protection), with anyone with a confirmed case or probable case (being tested at present) of COVID-19. This includes getting a COVID Alert exposure notification.
  • Close physical contact means being less than 2 metres away in the same room, workspace, or area and/or living in the same house.
• In the last 14 days, you tested positive for COVID-19 or you are waiting for test results because of symptoms.
• You had a positive COVID-19 test result and you have NOT been cleared by public health to come out of isolation.
• A doctor, health care provider or someone from the public health unit has told you that you should be self-isolating (i.e. staying at home) right now.
• In the last 14 days, you have travelled outside of Northwestern Ontario (Manitouwadge to the Manitoba border).

If you need to reschedule your appointment for any of the above reasons, please contact the clinic/location where you have your vaccination booked. You can also check your confirmation email for any rebooking instructions.

• You will be asked to stay for 15 minutes after receiving the vaccine. 
• Review the After Your COVID-19 Vaccine Handout.
  • As with all vaccines, there is a chance that there will be a serious side effect, but these are rare. However, should you develop any of the following reactions within three days of receiving the vaccine, seek medical attention right away or call 911: hives, swelling of the face or mouth, trouble breathing, very pale colour and serious drowsiness, high fever (over 40°C), convulsions or seizures, other serious symptoms (e.g. “pins and needles” or numbness).
  • If you are concerned about any reactions you experience after receiving the vaccine, contact your healthcare provider, who can assess and report it if necessary. 
• Continue to follow all public health measures.

Vaccination Receipts

You should receive a receipt of your vaccination by email. They can also be accessed through the Provincial Booking System:

• Enter your postal code, date of birth and health card type. Click “Get results”.
• On the next screen, select Option A - Provincial Booking System and click “Continue”.
• If you read, understand and accept the terms of use, click “Continue”.
• Complete the Identity Verification Information and click “Continue”.
• Click “Continue” in the yellow box titled “Vaccination Receipts”.
• You will now be able to review your results and access a PDF receipt.