Vaccine appointments open to 40+ next week

As more than 1.2 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine arrive in B.C. communities in May, the Province is stepping up its immunization rollout and delivering life-saving vaccines to people.

People aged 40 and older will be invited to book as early as next week.

Invitations to book will be sent via text or email for:

* Friday, May 7: 46+ (1975) after 7 p.m. (Pacific time)

* Sunday, May 9: 43+ (1978) after 7 p.m. (Pacific time)

* Tuesday, May 11: 40+ (1981) after 7 p.m. (Pacific time)

People must register through B.C.’s Get Vaccinated system to get an email or text notification prompting them to book an appointment when it is their turn. Anyone who is not registered should register now in one of three ways:

* 24/7, online: https://gov.bc.ca/getvaccinated

* through a provincial call centre between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. (Pacific time) at 1 833 838-2323 or

* in person at the nearest Service BC location