It is more important than ever to protect yourself from influenza (flu). It is recommended that everyone over the age of six months get the flu vaccine (flu shot). Learn more about influenza and the flu vaccine.
Where can I get a flu shot?
Flu shots are free from your family doctor or health care provider, participating pharmacies (for age 5 and older), or a public health clinic.
2020 Family Flu Clinics
Southwestern Public health (SWPH) is holding family-friendly flu clinics for children aged 5 and under, their siblings and caregivers only. Appointments are needed.
Instructions for online booking: When booking a family flu shot appointment online, all family members must reside at the same address. You must enter the name, date of birth and gender for ALL family members being immunized.
| Clinic | Date/Time | Location |
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SWPH Family Flu Clinic - Dutton (for children aged 5 and under, their siblings and caregivers) |
Wednesday, November 4, 2020 Appointments required |
Dutton Community Centre 1 Scotland Street Dutton ON N0L 1J0 |
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SWPH Family Flu Clinic - St. Thomas (for children aged 5 and under, their siblings and caregivers) |
Tuesday, November 17, 2020 Appointments required |
Southwestern Public Health St. Thomas Site 1230 Talbot Street St. Thomas, ON |
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SWPH Family Flu Clinic - Woodstock (for children aged 5 and under, their siblings and caregivers) |
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 Appointments required |
Oxford Auditorium 875 Nellis Street Woodstock, ON |
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SWPH Family Flu Clinic - Woodstock (for children aged 5 and under, their siblings and caregivers) |
Monday, November 23, 2020 Appointments required |
Oxford Auditorium 875 Nellis Street Woodstock, ON |
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SWPH Family Flu Clinic - Aylmer (for children aged 5 and under, their siblings and caregivers) |
Tuesday, November 24, 2020 Appointments required |
East Elgin Community Complex 531 Talbot Street W Aylmer, ON |
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SWPH General Flu Clinic - St. Thomas (for individuals who are unable to get a flu shot from their health care provider or at a pharmacy) |
Multiple dates available |
Southwestern Public Health St. Thomas Site 1230 Talbot Street St. Thomas, ON |
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SWPH General Flu Clinic - Woodstock (for individuals who are unable to get a flu shot from their health care provider or at a pharmacy) |
Multiple dates available |
Southwestern Public Health Woodstock Site 410 Buller Street Woodstock, ON *Please enter through the Graham Street entrance |
Please note: Flumist, the nasal spray, is not publicly funded in Ontario for the 2020-2021 season.
Book an appointment
To book an appointment, please call 1-800-922-0096 ext. 4 or book online using the links and instructions provided above.
When you arrive at the clinic:
- You MUST have an appointment - please do not show up without one
- Do NOT come if you are sick or have been sick in the past 10 days
- Everyone two years of age and older must wear a face covering
- Clean your hands when entering and exiting the building
- Only arrive at the time of your booked appointment - Do NOT arrive early
- Practice safe physical distancing by staying 2m (6ft) apart from others
- No food or drinks allowed
Flu shot clinics for workplaces
View a list of Pharmacy Contacts for Workplace Flu Clinics.