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Ajax Vaccine Eligibility Update

  • Effective, January 1, 2022, individuals must be 5 years old at time of vaccination to receive the pediatric Pfizer vaccine and 12 years old at time of vaccination to receive adult dose of Pfizer vaccine.
  • Beginning January 4, 2022, Ontarians will be required to use their enhanced vaccine certificate with official QR code. Vaccine receipts without a QR code will no longer be accepted as valid proof of vaccination. 
  • Due to high demand for third doses, there is a limited supply of the adult/youth Pfizer vaccine in Canada. Vaccine mixing is safe and effective.
  • As of December 15, 2021, Ontario residents with approved medical exemptions are eligible to download a QR code to access settings requiring proof of vaccination.
  • Effective December 20, individuals 18 years and older are eligible to book an appointment for a third dose at least 84 days (3 months) after their second dose. Due to rapid expansion of eligibility, appointments may not be available immediately. See the COVID-19 immunization clinic calendar for individuals 12+ for clinic dates and times.
  • On December 15, the Ministry of Health announced individuals 50-years and older are eligible for a shorter interval between their second and third dose (a minimum of 84 days after their second dose). There is currently no availability in the system to move up third dose appointments that are already booked.
  • On December 15, the province of Ontario issued a preferential recommendation of the use of Pfizer vaccine for individuals ages 18 to 29 years old.
  • A limited amount of Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) COVID-19 vaccine is available for individuals 18 years and older who have not received any COVID-19 vaccine to date.
  • Select pharmacy locations in the Durham Region are administering vaccines to individuals 5 years of age and older. Most pharmacies book appointments ahead of time and some allow walk-ins. Check with the pharmacy before you go.
  • There are telephone services available to speak to someone about COVID-19 vaccine questions.
Audley Recreation Centre Vaccine Clinic

The Audley Recreation Centre is now open as a vaccine clinic. 

How to book? 

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your appointment time. If you arrive early, please wait in your car to avoid crowding the clinic.

For more information on Durham Region Vaccine Clinics please visit durham.ca/COVIDVaccine

Location: 1955 Audley Road North, Ajax

Covid-19 Community Immunization Clinic Calendar

 
Ajax Covid Pharmacy Vaccine Locations

Select pharmacy locations in the Durham Region are administering vaccines to individuals 5 years of age and older. Most pharmacies book appointments ahead of time and some allow walk-ins. Check with the pharmacy before you go.

As pharmacies receive doses, they will be added to the provincial website.

Provincial GO-VAXX Covid-19 Clinic Program

Covid-19 vaccines are also available for individuals five and older through the provincial GO-VAXX program. This program uses GO transit buses as vaccine clinics. These clinics are available by appointment only. We will post upcoming clinics in Ajax as they become available here.

Learn more about the provincial GO-VAXX program

Transportation

If you need assistance getting to the clinic, please review the following free or low-cost transportation programs.

Seniors on Wheels

Seniors on Wheels offers transportation in Pickering, Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa.
Community Care Durham

Community Care Durham is offering FREE transportation services to community members in need of a ride to their appointment to receive their COVID-19 vaccination.

Arrange a ride with us! Call 1-888-255-6680 or complete an online referral form at communitycaredurham.on.ca/request-service

If you haven’t already booked an appointment for your vaccination, visit the Durham Region vaccine booking page at durhamvaccinebooking.ca or call the Durham vaccine booking line at 1-888-444-5113.

View Covid Vaccine Transportation Service poster.
Durham Region Transit Specialized Services and On Demand
  • Scheduled Service is available on routes across the Region. Refer to durhamregiontransit.com for details, or contact a customer service representative at 1-866-247-0055 for assistance to plan your trip.

  • On Demand is a shared ride service. Customers may book through the On Demand app, or by calling call an On Demand booking agent at 1-866-247-0055.

    *Please note: On Demand service will be available from any DRT bus stop in Ajax to Williamson/Audley (bus stop) during clinic hours. Customers will be able to use the app or speak with a booking agent at 1-866-247-0055. Regular fares apply. On Demand is a shared ride service; you may share the vehicle with others travelling in a similar direction, making stops along the way.

  • Specialized Services provides public transit service for eligible persons with disabilities who are unable to use conventional transit services for all or part of their ride. Customers with a disability can travel with a support person if they are unable to use DRT services independently. A support person does not pay a fare. Registration is required.

  • Visit durhamregiontransit.com for full details, or contact a customer service representative at 1-866-247-0055.

  • Cost: Age 65 and older costs $2.75 cash or $2.15 with PRESTO. Age 20 to 64 costs $4 cash or $3.25 with PRESTO.
  • Contact: 1-866-247-0055, or download the On Demand app (see below).