Flu and COVID-19 Information 

Flu

Flu Shots

• Annual flu shots are available for individuals aged six months and older. You can receive the flu shot at the same time, or at any time before or after a COVID-19 vaccine.
• Standard doses are available for individuals aged six months and older. High-doses are only available for individuals aged 65 and older.
• Flu shots are available at the following sites:
  • Participating pharmacies for people two years of age and older
  • Participating primary care providers (ex. your family doctor or nurse practitioner) for people six months of age and older
  • Some local public health units
  • Flu clinics, including SRCHC’s 2024 flu clinics (see below)

SRCHC Flu Clinics

• SRCHC will be holding a limited number of drop-in flu clinics for existing clients, as well as drop-in community clinics for clients and community members aged six months and older this fall. High-dose vaccines will be available for eligible individuals.
• COVID-19 vaccines will not be available. If you would like to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, please contact your local pharmacy or primary care provider.
• Existing clients are welcome to book a flu shot with their RN or primary care provider, attend a client clinic, or drop-in at a community clinic. To book an appointment, please call (416) 461-2493.
• Community members and existing clients may visit one of our community clinics. Clinics are drop-in, no appointments necessary.
• SRCHC 2024 community flu clinic dates (please check back for more dates):
  • 955 Queen St E: Tuesday, November 5, 9:30-12:00
  • 955 Queen St E: Wednesday, November 13, 9:30-12:00
  • 955 Queen St E: Tuesday, November 19, 12:30-3:00
  • Crescent Town, 2A The Market Place: Tuesday, November 26, 9:30-12:00
  • Harmony Hall, 2 Gower St: Thursday, November 28, 9:30-12:00

Flu Symptoms 

• If your symptoms are severe and potentially life-threatening (ex. shortness of breath, chest pain), please call 911 immediately or go to your nearest hospital emergency department.
• Call your doctor or nurse practitioner if:
  • You don’t start to feel better after a few days
  • Your symptoms get worse
  • You are in a high-risk group and develop flu symptoms
• Learn more about flu symptoms, including differences between flu and cold symptoms and what to do if you get the flu.
• To get 24/7 health advice from a registered nurse or find health services or information, visit Health811 online, call 811or call toll-free TTY: 1-866-797-0007

Vaccine Booster Video 

SRCHC has produced an animated video that explains in plain language what booster doses are, how they work to strengthen your immune system, where they can be accessed and why they are important. It is applicable to all vaccine boosters, including annual flu shots and COVID-19 booster doses.

COVID-19

COVID-19 Vaccine 

• COVID-19 vaccines are currently available for individuals aged six months and older. You can receive the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time, or at any time before or after the flu shot or other routine vaccinations.
• The updated fall/winter 2024-2025 COVID-19 KP.2 vaccine is available now for eligible individuals who live in Ontario and are six months of age and older and at high risk from COVID-19 or a priority population. Vaccines will be available to anyone 6 months of age and older beginning October 28, 2024.
• Vaccines are available at select pharmacies and primary care providers. Find a pharmacy here. COVID-19 vaccines are available by appointment at Toronto Public Health clinics for children 6 months to 4 years of age. View a list of available appointments here.
• Learn more about COVID-19 vaccines, including eligibility and when you should get a booster dose.
• Use the Ontario Government’s Booster Dose Recommendation Tool to find out when you are eligible for your next booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
• Learn more about how vaccine boosters, including COVID-19 booster doses and annual flu shots, strengthen your immune system and why they are important by watching SRCHC’s vaccine booster promotion video below.

COVID-19 Symptoms, Testing & Treatment 

• If your symptoms are severe and potentially life-threatening (ex. shortness of breath, chest pain), please call 911 immediately or go to your nearest hospital emergency department.
• If your symptoms are not life-threatening, use the Ontario Government’s COVID-19 Self-Assessment Tool for recommendations on what to do next. Recommended next steps may include self-isolating or, if you are at higher risk of severe illness, seeking COVID-19 testing and treatment like the Paxlovid pill.
• Learn more about COVID-19 testing, including eligibility and assessment locations.
• Learn more about COVID-19 treatments, including eligibility and how to access treatment.
• To get 24/7 health advice from a registered nurse or find health services or information, visit Health811 online, call 811 or call toll-free TTY: 1-866-797-0007

What to Expect When You Visit

Entering the Centre

• Please arrive up to 10 minutes before the start of your visit and not earlier.
• If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or have been in close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19, please contact reception as soon as possible before your appointment, as we may need to cancel and reschedule your appointment. Use this self-assessment tool to help determine if you need to seek further care. Take the self-assessment.

Screening and Wearing a Mask

• If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, please wear a mask while onsite:
  • Vomiting or diarrhea
  • Fever
  • New cough
  • Sore throat
  • Runny rose
  • New rash and feeling unwell
• Medical grade masks are available to clients and visitors at the main entrance

Changes to Programs and Services 

• Most group programs, drop-ins and walk-ins are currently operating. Please contact program managers for individual program availability.

Additional Information

• All program planning and safety procedures at minimum align with public health guidelines.
• Common areas and high touch surfaces are cleaned many times throughout the day.
• If you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call 416-461-2493.