COVID-19 boosters for ages 12 to 17 and third doses for immunocompromised children five to 11

Starting Monday, February 7, Yukoners aged 12 to 17, who are fully vaccinated, will be eligible for a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine if they are six months past their second dose.

Rural clinics will start on Monday, February 7, in Carcross. The communities of Haines Junction, Old Crow, Mayo, Dawson City and Watson Lake will also have clinics within the next week. More clinic dates and communities are being scheduled and will be added to Yukon.ca in the coming days.

There will be more opportunities for this age group to access vaccines. The Government of Yukon will schedule enough appointments to provide a booster to all Yukoners aged 12 to 17 who wish to have one by the end of February.

Immunocompromised children aged five to 11 who have already received their primary series will be able to receive a third dose. This third dose will ensure an appropriate immune response for children whose immune system is compromised. The third dose for immunocompromised children is recommended four weeks after receiving a second dose. A third dose differs from a booster dose. The third dose is the completion of a primary series for people who meet specific criteria, such as immunocompromised individuals.

The Government of Yukon continues to adjust its vaccination strategy based on the latest recommendations from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization and advice from the acting Chief Medical Officer of Health.

Appointments can be made online at yukon.ca/this-is-our-shot. Whitehorse residents can also call 1-877-374-0425. Residents in rural communities can call their local health centre to book an appointment and can find clinic dates and times on Yukon.ca.