Flu

The flu (influenza) is a viral infection that is most often seen in the fall to early spring. To keep you and your loved ones protected, it’s recommended to get the vaccine each fall as the flu virus changes each year.

The flu vaccine is free to anyone 6 months or older, regardless of citizenship or immigration status. You do not need an Ontario health card to get the vaccine.

The COVID-19 and flu vaccine can be given at the same time.

Learn about Ontario's flu vaccination program

Where to get your flu vaccine

Contact any of the following locations for vaccine availability.

Peel Public Health clinics

Peel Public Health offers flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics for infants and children 6 months to 4 years of age. Appointment booking information will be available soon.

Primary care providers

Contact your family doctor, nurse practitioner or a walk-in clinic directly to see if they offer the flu vaccine to adults, children, and infants.

Participating pharmacies

Contact your local pharmacy directly to see if they offer the flu vaccine to adults and children 2 years or older.

An Ontario health card is not needed to get your vaccines at a pharmacy, community health centre or Peel Public Health clinic.

Homebound vaccination program

This program is no longer being offered by Peel Public Health. If you are affected by this change, you can find options for your next COVID-19 vaccine or flu vaccine.

Host a flu clinic for your staff

These agencies are pre-qualified to offer the flu vaccine within Peel. Contact the agency directly to arrange a clinic for your staff.

Care Partners
289-290-2602

Saint Elizabeth Health Care
905-826-0854

B&A Health
905-582-5455

Lifemark Physiotherapy (Brampton)
905-455-5870

Lifemark Physiotherapy (Mississauga)
905-858-3273

If you experience a reaction following vaccination

Severe reactions are very rare and may include trouble breathing, swelling of the face or mouth, hives, seizures, or fever over 40 C. Call 911 if you are having a medical emergency. Call or make an appointment with your health care provider. Report any severe reactions to your health care provider . You can also call Peel Public Health at 905-799-7700, or toll free 1-888-919-7800 to ask questions or to report a severe reaction.

Questions or concerns

Access Health811 or call 811 (TTY 1-866-797-0007) for health advice and information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

You can also book a free phone appointment with the VaxFacts clinic or SickKids Immunization InfoLine if you have questions or concerns about the COVID-19, flu, or other vaccines.