As of today, Sept. 2, 70 per cent of eligible Albertans have received both of their doses of vaccine through Alberta Health Services, community pharmacies and physician offices.

More than 2.6 million Albertans are now fully immunized against COVID-19 after receiving two vaccine doses.

A total of 78.2 per cent of eligible Albertans have received at least one dose.

All Albertans are strongly encouraged to get vaccinated with two vaccine doses as soon as possible to protect themselves, their loved ones and their communities.

Tyler Shandro, Minister of Health talked about the importance of getting vaccinated . “Vaccines take significant pressure off of our health system by reducing the severity of symptoms for the vast majority of people who are fully immunized. The fewer COVID-19 cases we have in hospital, the more Alberta’s medical teams can attend to other health-care needs that continue to affect Albertans.”

Dr. Deena Hinshaw, chief medical officer of health says, “Data shows us that the majority of COVID-19 cases in our hospitals and ICUs are unvaccinated or only partially vaccinated. Second doses are a critical step in getting the best protection available to you. I continue to encourage Albertans to get their full series of vaccine.”

Bookings for first and second doses are available provincewide. Albertans can book appointments by visiting alberta.ca/vaccine. First-dose walk-in clinics are available at multiple locations.