Masking Policy and Flu and COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Schedule 2025

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On October 14, Health PEI implemented a universal masking policy across its facilities to help protect patients, staff, and the public from the spread of illness.

At 17³Ô¹Ï, we encourage everyone to take proactive steps to stay healthy during the fall and winter months. These include

  • staying up to date on COVID-19 and flu vaccinations;
  • staying home if you are experiencing symptoms;
  • practicing good hand hygiene;
  • wearing a mask if you are feeling unwell or have been exposed to respiratory illness.

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To help protect our patients and staff, masking is strongly recommended at the 17³Ô¹Ï Health and Wellness Centre.

COVID-19 rapid test kits are available at both the 17³Ô¹Ï Health and Wellness Centre and the 17³Ô¹Ï Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) office.

Flu and COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Schedule:

  • Wednesday, October 22, 9:00 am–3:00 pm, McMillan Hall, W.A. Murphy Student Centre
  • Thursday, October 23, 12:00–7:00 pm, McMillan Hall, W.A. Murphy Student Centre 
  • Wednesday, October 29, 12:00–7:00 pm, The McCain Foundation Learning Commons Atrium, Atlantic Veterinary College

Important Details:

  • Vaccines are administered on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointment is necessary. 
  • This service is free of charge for everyone.
  • Please bring a valid provincial health card or student ID for registration.
  • You are required to wait 15 minutes in the post-vaccine waiting area after receiving your flu shot to ensure you do not have an allergic reaction. Please plan your time accordingly.

Please Note: 

  • We are unable to administer flu vaccines to children aged 2 and under.
  • Flu Mist (nasal spray) is available only at the for children 2 to 17 years of age.
  • We are unable to administer the COVID-19 vaccine to children 12 and under. are located in communities across PEI.