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Vaccine clinic to pop up at Playland this weekend

VANCOUVER, B.C. – After taking a spin on the AtmosFear and snacking on hot dogs and mini donuts, guests visiting Playland this Saturday can drop in to a Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) immunization clinic for COVID-19 vaccine. The one-day clinic — running from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 24 next to Playland's main entrance gate on Hastings Street — is the latest VCH clinic to take vaccine to meet people where they are, out enjoying the summer. No admission ticket to Playland is needed to access the clinic.

The clinic will welcome families and adolescents visiting Playland, as well as others in the neighbourhood who wish to drop in. First doses will be prioritized for anyone 12 and older, and if there is capacity at the clinic, second doses will also be available for those who received their first dose at least seven weeks ago (49 days).

Playland COVID-19 immunization clinic

2901 East Hastings St., Vancouver

No admission ticket is needed for entry

  • Saturday, July 24: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summer clinics running throughout the VCH region

COVID-19 vaccination clinics continue to run in communities through the VCH region. As well as appointments booked through the provincial Get Vaccinated system, the clinics listed below can also offer first-dose vaccinations to people aged 12 and older who wish to drop in. If there is capacity at the clinic, second doses will also be available for those who received their first dose at least seven weeks ago.

The Pipe Shop immunization clinic

115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver

  • Thursday, July 22: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Friday, July 23: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Squamish - Brennan Park Recreation Centre

1009 Centennial Way, Squamish

  • Tuesday, July 27: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

  • Wednesday, July 28: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Pemberton Community Centre

7390 Cottonwood St, Pemberton

  • Thursday, July 22: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

  • Monday, July 26: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

  • Thursday, July 29: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Whistler Conference Centre

4010 Whistler Way, Whistler

  • Friday, July 23: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sechelt Seniors Activity Centre

5604 Trail Ave., Sechelt

  • Friday, July 23: 9 a.m. – noon; 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

  • Wednesday, July 28: 9 a.m. – noon; 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

  • Friday, July 30: 9 a.m. – noon; 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Gibsons Legion

747 Gibsons Way, Gibsons

  • Thursday, July 22: 9 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.; 12:45 p.m. - 5 p.m.

  • Thursday, July 29: 9 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.; 12:45 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Powell River Recreation Centre

5001 Joyce Ave., Powell River

  • Thursday, July 22: 9:15 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.

  • Tuesday, July 27: 9:15 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.

  • Wednesday, July 28: 9:15 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.

  • Thursday, July 29: 9:15 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.

Enhanced safety measures and protocols are in place at all Vancouver Coastal Health COVID-19 vaccination clinics. Visitors are reminded to wear a short-sleeve shirt as the vaccine will be delivered to the upper arm. Everyone receiving a vaccine will be monitored for 15 minutes following their appointment. 

Those attending summer immunization clinics are reminded to take precautions from the heat including wearing sunscreen, staying hydrated, and having something to eat and drink before your vaccination.

If you would prefer to book an appointment at a VCH vaccination clinic, visit www.gov.bc.ca/getvaccinated. Information about all clinics in the VCH region can be found at www.vch.ca/vaccine.

VCH is responsible for the delivery of $4.1 billion in community, hospital and long-term care to more than one million people in communities including Richmond, Vancouver, the North Shore, Sunshine Coast, Sea to Sky corridor, Powell River, Bella Bella and Bella Coola. VCH also provides specialized care and services for people throughout B.C., and is the province's hub of health-care education and research.

 

Deana Lancaster

Communications Leader, Public Health

Vancouver Coastal Health

 

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