Month: February 2021

The Kahnawake COVID-19 Task Force and the Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre (KMHC) are pleased to announce that two hundred (200) doses of the COVID-19 vaccine will be coming in on Thursday, March 4^th to the Mohawk Super Bingo Hall Mass Vaccination Center. This is earlier than previously expected by one week.

The priority group of elders aged eighty-five (85) and over will be the first to have the opportunity to get vaccinated. Vaccinations will take place by appointment only on Thursday, March 4^th, and Friday, March 5^th. Anyone who is accompanying and is 70 years of age and older will also be able to be vaccinated.

Appointments will be scheduled beginning on Monday, March 1^st at 1pm by calling the KMHC at 450-638-3930, extension 2295, or 2206. Please do not call before this time. You should have your Medicare card in hand when calling to book your appointment (if accompanying person is over 70, they need to schedule at same time with Medicare number as well). Individuals are asked to coordinate travel arrangements with friends or caregivers on the day of their appointment. However, in particular circumstances, transportation assistance may be provided. Should you have a need for assistance, you should notify KMHC when booking your appointment. 

Prioritization for Kahnawa’kehró:non 70 and over will take place once the 85-plus category is complete and before mass vaccinations take place in the community. As vaccine delivery dates fluctuate on a regular basis, we will continue to provide you with updates and information as it becomes available.  This is an exciting time! We thank you for your patience and collaboration!

For more information, visit the Vaccination website at www.kahnawake911.com/vaccine.

The Kahnawà:ke COVID-19 Task Force (Task Force) is pleased to announce that the delivery of the COVID-19 vaccines have been confirmed, and immunizations will be readily available for Kahnawa’kehró:non beginning Thursday, March 11, 2021.

The Pfizer vaccine will be available for those 85 years of age and older, as they are the first priority group to be vaccinated on March 11, 12, and 13. Anyone accompanying and is 70 years of age and older will also be able to be vaccinated. Medical transport will assist homebound elders.

Individuals 70 years and older who are not accompanying those over 85 years of age will receive special consideration for both priority bookings and transport assistance.

Beginning the week of March 15^th, the Moderna vaccine is expected to be available for the entire community for those aged 18 years and older. Immunizations will be provided by appointment only at the Vaccination Center located in the Mohawk Super Bingo on Route 138.

“Although there are still many details to finalize, we now have March 11^th to work towards getting our community vaccinated,” said Task Force Chair, Lloyd Phillips. “The vaccine is a major piece of the puzzle we’ve been waiting for to help build immunity against the virus.”

Please Do Not call now for an appointment. Details are forthcoming on registration, the schedule and information on what to do when getting your vaccination.

For more information, visit the Vaccination web site at www.kahnawake911.com/vaccine.

We understand some inaccurate information has been circulating to certain communities about the vaccine that includes false and distorted information about potential side effects.  The spread of misinformation can have real consequences and can distort people’s behaviours and decision-making. 

It is important that everyone obtain information from trusted sources. That includes federal, provincial and territorial health authorities, community health centres, nursing stations or local healthcare providers. We also encourage people to consider the source of information before spreading or sharing articles or facts.

Vaccination is a choice.  Vaccines used in Canada must be approved by Health Canada and the COVID-19 vaccine is held to the same safety standards as other vaccines to make sure it is safe and effective.

To learn more about COVID-19 vaccines visit https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/prevention-risks/covid-19-vaccine-treatment.html

For information on COVID-19 Fraud and Scams visit https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/campaigns/covid19.html#b00