Vaccines are important for keeping your child healthy this school year.
School vaccine programs are a free and easy way to ensure that your child remains up-to-date with all recommended vaccines.
What should I know about each vaccine?
HPV
The HPV-9 vaccine protects against 9 common strains of human papillomavirus (HPV) which is a virus that can cause:
- Head and neck cancer
- Cervical/vaginal cancers
- Anal cancer
- Penile cancer
- Genital warts
HBV
The HBV vaccine protects against hepatitis B virus which causes an infection in the liver. For some people, this infection does not go away. This can lead to:
- Liver damage
- Liver cancer
- Death
TDap
The TDap vaccine protects your child from three serious illnesses called:
- Diphtheria: a nose and throat infection
- Tetanus: an infection of the nervous system
- Pertussis: a lung and airway infection
MenC-ACYW
The MenC-ACYW vaccine protects your child from bacteria that causes meningococcal disease. This can cause:
- Deafness
- Seizures
- Brain damage
- The loss of an arm or leg
Which vaccines are available in schools in my province?
Select your province to see available vaccines
Alberta
HPV vaccine (human papillomavirus)
offered in
Grade 6
MenC-ACYW vaccine (meningitis)
offered in
Grade 9
HBV vaccine (Hepatitis B)
offered in
Grade 6
TDap vaccine (tetanus)
offered in
Grade 9
Learn more about vaccines available in your area
HPV
vaccine
MenC-ACYW
vaccine
HBV
vaccine
TDap
vaccine
British Columbia
HPV vaccine (human papillomavirus)
offered in
Grade 6
MenC-ACYW vaccine (meningitis)
offered in
Grade 9
TDap vaccine (tetanus)
offered in
Grade 9
Learn more about vaccines available in your area
HPV
vaccine
MenC-ACYW
vaccine
TDap
vaccine
Manitoba
HPV vaccine (human papillomavirus)
offered in
Grade 6
MenC-ACYW vaccine (meningitis)
offered in
Grade 6
HBV vaccine (Hepatitis B)
offered in
Grade 6
TDap vaccine (tetanus)
offered in
Grade 9
Learn more about vaccines available in your area
HPV
vaccine
MenC-ACYW
vaccine
HBV
vaccine
TDap
vaccine
New Brunswick
HPV vaccine (human papillomavirus)
offered in
Grade 7
MenC-ACYW vaccine (meningitis)
offered in
Grade 9
TDap vaccine (tetanus)
offered in
Grade 7
Learn more about vaccines available in your area
HPV
vaccine
MenC-ACYW
vaccine
TDap
vaccine
Newfoundland + Labrador
HPV vaccine (human papillomavirus)
offered in
Grade 6
MenC-ACYW vaccine (meningitis)
offered in
Grade 4
HBV vaccine (Hepatitis B)
offered in
Grade 6
TDap vaccine (tetanus)
offered in
Grade 9
Learn more about vaccines available in your area
HPV
vaccine
MenC-ACYW
vaccine
HBV
vaccine
TDap
vaccine
Nova Scotia
HPV vaccine (human papillomavirus)
offered in
Grade 7
MenC-ACYW vaccine (meningitis)
offered in
Grade 7
HBV vaccine (Hepatitis B)
offered in
Grade 7
TDap vaccine (tetanus)
offered in
Grade 7
Learn more about vaccines available in your area
HPV
vaccine
MenC-ACYW
vaccine
HBV
vaccine
TDap
vaccine
Ontario
HPV vaccine (human papillomavirus)
offered in
Grade 7
MenC-ACYW vaccine (meningitis)
offered in
Grade 7
HBV vaccine (Hepatitis B)
offered in
Grade 7
Learn more about vaccines available in your area
HPV
vaccine
MenC-ACYW
vaccine
HBV
vaccine
Prince Edward Island
HPV vaccine (human papillomavirus)
offered in
Grade 6
MenC-ACYW vaccine (meningitis)
offered in
Grade 9
TDap vaccine (tetanus)
offered in
Grade 9
Learn more about vaccines available in your area
HPV
vaccine
MenC-ACYW
vaccine
TDap
vaccine
Quebec
HPV vaccine (human papillomavirus)
offered in
Grade 4
MenC-ACYW vaccine (meningitis)
offered in
Grade 9
HBV vaccine (Hepatitis B)
offered in
Grade 9
TDap vaccine (tetanus)
offered in
Grade 9
Hepatitis A vaccine
offered in
Grade 9
Learn more about vaccines available in your area
HPV
vaccine
MenC-ACYW
vaccine
HBV
vaccine
TDap
vaccine
Saskatchewan
HPV vaccine (human papillomavirus)
offered in
Grade 6
HBV vaccine (Hepatitis B)
offered in
Grade 6
TDap vaccine (tetanus)
offered in
Grade 8
Learn more about vaccines available in your area
HPV
vaccine
HBV
vaccine
TDap
vaccine
How should I talk to my child about vaccinations?
We’ve created a helpful conversation guide to get those conversations started. Click the link below to help answer some of those questions!
FAQ
How does the school vaccine program work?
Your child’s school will let you know the dates of the vaccine clinics ahead of time. On the day of the clinic, public health nurses will come to your child’s school and set up a room.
How can I ensure that my child receives the vaccines at school?
Before your child can be immunized at school, parental consent is required. You will receive a package from your school with information on the vaccine(s) being administered and a consent form. The consent form will ask you questions about your child’s health history, including medical conditions, and allergies to ensure that your child can be immunized safely. Be sure to read the form and all other information provided to you, and complete the form in full.
How can I prepare my child to receive the vaccines at school?
- Talk to your child about immunization. Older children and teens are more likely to have questions about why they need the immunization, and this is a good time to help them understand that the immunizations will help keep them from getting sick.
- Talk to your child about things you did to help them through immunization appointments in the past. This can help you and your child decide on strategies to use now, to ease any anxiety they might be feeling before or during their immunization.
- Help your child prepare and bring any items they might need to distract and comfort them. This could include a favorite toy or book.
- Let your school’s public health nurse know if your child has:
- Had a severe side effect to an immunization in the past
- Any health conditions or a weakened immune system
- Received any of these vaccines from another provider, such as a doctor or pharmacist or at a travel clinic (e.g., in another province)
Will my child experience any side effects after a vaccine?
Regardless of your child’s age, it’s normal for them to experience some common, mild, and temporary symptoms after immunization. Serious side effects from vaccines are very rare.
Some common side effects include:
- Fever
- Swelling, redness, or soreness where they had the needle
- Feeling tired
- Getting upset easily
- Not wanting to eat
How can I manage my child’s symptoms after a vaccine?
- Put a cool, wet cloth on the area where the needle was given.
- Give them medication to treat a fever and pain. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about which medications are right for your child.
Did you or your children miss a vaccine offered in schools?
- Under the age of 18?
Your child may still be able to get vaccinated through school-based programs or at a public health clinic – contact your child’s school for more information! - Over the age of 18?
Did you know you may still be covered for free vaccination in your province outside of school-based vaccine programs?
Visit your provincial health authority’s website to learn more!
Routine School Vaccines Toolkit
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