COVID-19 Vaccination

The Town of Lincoln is working closely with partners in Niagara to deliver vaccines to the Lincoln community. The Niagara Regional Vaccination Task Force includes representation from the Town of Lincoln.

The provincial COVID-19 vaccine registration portal is open. Eligible residents can book an appointment either online at Ontario.ca/bookvaccine or by calling the Provincial Vaccine Information Line number at 1-833-943-3900.

Niagara Region Public Health announced that they are ready to vaccinate 5-11 year-olds. Fore more information on COVID-19 Vaccination in Children and Youth visit Niagara Region Public Health.

COVID-19 Town Hall for Parents & Guardians of Children Aged 5 to 11 Watch Dr. Hirji and Dr. Kasmani answer frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine for children aged five to 11.

Booking an appointment

All Ontarians turning 5 in 2021 and older, or an individual trusted to make an appointment on their behalf, can book appointments for their first, second, and booster vaccine dose through the Provincial booking system.
Have questions about the vaccine or eligibility? Please e-mail Niagara Region Public Health to have your questions answered.
Booster doses are being offered to these groups based on evidence of gradual waning immunity six months after receiving their second dose and a higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19.
- Individuals aged 70 and over (born in 1951 or earlier);
- Health care workers and designated essential caregivers in congregate settings (including long-term care home and retirement home staff and designated caregivers);
- Individuals who received a complete series of a viral vector vaccine (two doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine or one dose of the Janssen vaccine); and
- First Nation, Inuit and Métis adults and their non-Indigenous household members.

Niagara Region Vaccination Sites

Niagara Region Public Health has established a COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Schedule offering clinics throughout the region. A number of clinics have been added to the provincial booking system for those 5-11 years old. More dates will be added as vaccine supplies become available.

Public Health clinics will be prioritizing those 5-11 year olds and not taking bookings for other age groups during this time. Anyone who is 12 years of age or older and is looking to get a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine is invited to check with a participating pharmacy or family doctor's office to get the vaccine.

Lincoln residents can register for any vaccine clinic site in the Niagara Region or across the province.
The Lincoln Community Centre (Seniors Centre) is no longer a vaccination site.
GO-VAXX buses are fully functioning vaccine clinics with the necessary supplies and trained staff to provide vaccines safely. The GO-VAXX buses are travelling to malls, festivals, community hubs and events throughout the summer and fall across the Greater Golden Horseshoe.

Pharmacies

The Pfizer, Pediatric Pfizer, and Moderna vaccine is available in select pharmacies for those turning 5 in 2021 or older.
The Province of Ontario recommends the use of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine over Moderna for individuals Aged 18-24 years old.
Most pharmacies book appointments ahead of time and some allow walk-ins. Check with the pharmacy before you go.

Need a Ride?

Rides are available to seniors who need transportation to get to their appointment through Community Support Services of Niagara at 905-682-3800 ext. 709.
Free transit fare is available through NRT OnDemand to residents travelling to and from their COVID-19 vaccination appointments. To receive the free fare, riders are required to show the driver a vaccination appointment confirmation (e-mail or another format) to board transit and proof of vaccination for the return trip. This process applies to appointments for both the first and second dose.
Free rides to vaccination appointments are also available for Niagara Specialized Transit.
Niagara Region Senior Community Programs provide transportation to residents in the 80+ age group who have a vaccination appointment but no other means of transportation to get there. Call: 905-984-2621 (or toll free: 1-877-212-3922)

Information For Your Appointment

For information on what to do on the day of your appointment, please visit Niagara Region’s website for details.

More details on COVID-19 vaccination in Niagara are available on Niagara Public Health's Vaccination web page.

Out of Province Vaccines

To report a vaccination that was administered outside of Ontario, please complete Niagara Region Public Health's online form.

Proof of Vaccination

Proof of Vaccination is required in select settings. Find out more about impacts to Town of Lincoln facilities and services.

The Province’s Proof of Vaccination app (Verify Ontario) is available for download. Enhanced vaccine certificates with official QR codes are available for download from the COVID-19 vaccination portal.

We are committed to ensuring community members can easily access our facilities and will continue to accept paper copies of proof of vaccination, alongside proper identification.

Please note that proof of vaccination using the new vaccine certificate with QR code and Verify Ontario app will be the only digital proof of vaccination accepted. Other third-party verifications apps will not be accepted.

Questions?

The Town of Lincoln customer service staff are available at 905-563-8205 (Mon to Fri 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) to assist with any questions.

Is the vaccine safe?

Only vaccines that are safe and effective will be approved for use in Canada. Please see information from the Government of Ontario on COVID-19 Vaccine Safety.

I lost my vaccination receipt; can I get a copy?

Anyone who received their COVID-19 vaccine in Ontario and has a green health card, can get a copy of their COVID-19 vaccination receipt using the online Provincial booking system. After you log in with your health card number, you will receive an option to book an appointment or get a copy of your COVID-19 vaccination receipt.

If you have a red and white health card, you will have to call the Provincial Vaccine Booking Line at 1-833-943-3900 to request a copy of your COVID-19 vaccination receipt.