COVID-19 Vaccines - What Older Canadians Need to Know

November 12, 2025
By: Samir K. Sinha; Arushan Arulnamby; Hoda Herati; Sabina Vohra-Miller; Jennie Johnstone

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This updated guide helps older adults navigate the most common questions about staying protected against COVID-19. It explains why continued vaccination remains essential for older Canadians, outlines the latest recommendations from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI), and clarifies how new vaccines are designed to provide stronger protection against current strains. Whether you’re wondering when to get your next dose or where vaccines are available in your province, this focused resource offers clear, evidence-based information to support healthy ageing and confident decision-making this season.

To support accessibility and reach, this resource will be further published in multiple languages over the coming weeks.