New Brunswick has released an updated rollout plan to maximize the protection offered to New Brunswickers to prevent death and severe illness from COVID-19. With a recent increase in vaccine allotment, we will be using all vaccine available as a first dose by Canada Day, July 01, 2021 which will significantly improve protection for every New Brunswicker.
We are taking this approach following approval of additional vaccines, confirmation of more doses coming to Canada and new guidance on dose intervals indicating the second dose can be delayed to four months.
Expected timelines for our plan could be impacted and may change based on vaccine availability.
The COVID-19 vaccine is free for everyone
There is no cost to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Public vaccination programs have saved lives and prevented infections in Canada and around the world for decades.
Vaccination is by appointment only for eligible individuals.
Walk-in appointments are not available.
If you are in an eligibility group that is currently being vaccinated in pharmacies, click the button below for information on how to register for a vaccine at a pharmacy.
If you are in an eligibility group that is currently being vaccinated through a clinic being organized by a Regional Health Authority, click the button below for information on how to register for a vaccine at an RHA clinic. If you are unable to book a clinic online for a Regional Health Authority clinic, call 1-833-437-1424.
We are currently in stage one of the vaccine rollout plan.
Those eligible for the vaccine at this stage will be notified. For all other groups, please do not contact your vaccine provider until you are eligible for a vaccine.
The following individuals are now eligible to book an appointment at a pharmacy for a COVID-19 vaccine:
- Residents 70 years of age and older (born in 1951 or before, including those turning 70 this year)
- Workers who regularly travel across the border, including daily commuters, truckers (who regularly cross the border) and rotational workers
- Doses of AstraZeneca vaccine have been allotted to 132 pharmacies across the province. Some pharmacies have already filled vacancies for available appointments. To find out if appointments are available, people 55 and older are asked to check a pharmacy’s website and their social media channels prior to calling.
At this time, appointments are only available for the groups listed above.
Due to the limited availability of vaccine, only those who meet the eligibility criteria listed above can book an appointment. If you book an appointment but do not meet the eligibility, you will be turned away at your appointment without getting a vaccine.
In addition to clinics at pharmacies, the following groups are eligible for a vaccine through the Regional Health Authorities clinics:
- Residents 70 years of age and older (born in 1951 or before, including those turning 70 this year)
- Health-care workers & health system staff (regulated allied health care professionals)
- Individuals with complex medical conditions (Before registering, you must review the list of complex medical conditions) . At the time of your appointment you must present this signed Declaration. (If you cannot print the declaration form, one will be available at the appointment to complete before you can receive a vaccine.)
- Individuals aged 40 or older with three or more select chronic conditions can now book an appointment for April through Horizon and Vitalité clinics Before booking an appointment you must review the list of select chronic medical conditions. At the time of your appointment you must present this signed declaration.) (If you do not have access to a printer or cannot print the consent form, a form will be available at the appointment. You must complete the form before you can receive a vaccine.)
- Appointments are now available for people 55 and older at upcoming AstraZeneca vaccination clinics organized by Horizon Health Network and Vitalité Health Network. Eligible individuals may register online or by calling 1-833-437-1424.
The following groups:
- First responders
- Health-care workers and Health system staff (regulated allied health care professionals)
- People who work in high schools
have been provided with a priority code through their employer or professional association.
For more information about COVID-19 vaccination clinics through the RHAs visit:
An announcement will be made when other groups and age groups are eligible to receive the vaccine based on supply.
Information will be communicated through multiple communication channels, including on this website, social media, print adverting and through media.
Vaccine rollout stages: Rollout plan
Vaccination is by appointment only for eligible individuals. Walk-in appointments are not available.
Clinics are being organized in communities across New Brunswick.
If vaccination clinics for your eligibility group are being held at pharmacies, please check if the pharmacy has online booking tool on their website. You are encouraged to check there before calling. If you are not able to or not comfortable booking an appointment, seek out one support person (such as a caregiver, a family member or a friend) who can assist in booking an appointment on your behalf.
Before booking, please make sure you:
1. Review the pre-vaccination information sheet for the vaccine you will receive:
2. If applicable, review:
- Patient Information Sheet-Information for pregnant and breastfeeding women
- Guidance for patients on persons with Autoimmune conditions and/or Immunosuppression
3. Review, complete and sign your immunization consent form
(*Bring your signed consent form to your appointment.)
4. Please also make sure you have the following:
Before booking, please make sure you have the following:
- Your calendar/agenda/day planner
- Your provincial Medicare card
- Your postal code
- Your date of birth
- Your phone number and email address (if applicable)
- Your priority group code (if applicable)
Do not book an appointment or call if you do not meet the current eligibility criteria.
If you are not able to, or not comfortable booking an online appointment, find a support person (such as a caregiver, a family member or a friend) who can help book this appointment for you.
A person booking an appointment on your behalf can only book an appointment for themselves if they also meet the eligibility criteria.
Only book ONE appointment at one location.