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Important information regarding COVID-19 vaccine intervals

The Kahnawà:ke COVID-19 Task Force wishes to provide Kahnawa’kehró:non with information regarding the recommended intervals between doses for COVID-19 vaccines:

The recommended* interval between the 1st and 2nd doses to get the best immune response for ALL age groups is 8 weeks, with the minimum being 21 days for the Pfizer vaccine and 28 days for MODERNA.

*Although these intervals are recommended, the choice is ultimately yours, whether to wait (the full 8 weeks or more) or get it sooner (must at least be respecting the minimum of 21 or 28 days).

Additional details for specific age groups:

Children 5-11 years old (Pediatric Pfizer)

  • No boosters

 Children 12-17 years old (Adult Pfizer)

  • No boosters

Adults 18-29 years old (Adult Pfizer)

  • Pfizer will be administered (despite if first or second dose was MODERNA) to reduce risk of myocarditis or pericarditis (heart inflammation) although this is a rare side effect.
  • Boosters recommended 3 months after 2nd dose (which is when immunity starts to decrease)

Adults 30 years and older

  • Moderna being administered only, despite what was received in the past because of decreasing supply across the province. It is recommended to get whatever vaccine you get as soon as you are eligible.
  • Boosters recommended 3 months after 2nd dose (which is when immunity starts to decrease)

After having COVID-19

  • Recommendation is to wait at least 8 weeks from start of symptoms to get the booster (that’s when immunity starts to decrease)
  • Minimum interval from start of symptoms is 21 days
  • If you had symptoms but are unsure if you had COVID, it is best to follow the recommendations with the assumption that you had COVID

For more information on the COVID-19 Vaccine, local health measures and restrictions, please visit the Kahnawake911 website.

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Cross-Border and International Travel Information

(Kahnawake – 13, Tsothohrhkó:wa/January 2022)

Posted at 2:30pm

The Kahnawà:ke COVID-19 Task Force (Task Force) would like to advise the community that due to the ever-changing nature of travel restrictions at the various ports of entry, personal travel questions/inquiries cannot be addressed by the Task Force.

“Due to the current situation with COVID-19, the Omicron Variant, and the situation regarding government requirements for cross-border travel, we are advising Kahnawa’kehró:non to research the various government websites to see the latest information and updates regarding trips over the border and abroad,” said Robyn Montour, member of the Task Force. “We understand that people want to travel and take vacations; however, be advised that any restrictions, vaccination or quarantine requirements are those of the U.S. or Canada, not Kahnawà:ke. 

Additionally, when returning to Canada, it is at the discretion of the individual border services agent to make the determination if you meet their criteria for re-entry, and/or to impose COVID-19 testing, and isolation measures.

Residents can access current COVID-19 travel restrictions and/or regulations before crossing the border by visiting the following websites:

https://ca.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information-canada-3/

https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/exemptions

https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/answers/citizen-no-symptoms

Currently, the Task Force has not implemented a travel ban, but Kahnawa’kehró:non are being advised to consider the risks involved with traveling abroad in light of this 5th Wave.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

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Task Force approves reopening of gyms and personal care businesses

For immediate release

(Kahnawake – 11, Tsothohrhkó:wa/January 2022) The Kahnawà:ke COVID-19 Task Force has issued Directive 6, which allows for the resumption of some businesses, which were closed last month due to a series of COVID-19 outbreaks within the community.

Effective immediately, the following businesses can resume operations with the following measures:

  • Gyms/Fitness Centers – Maximum capacity of 8 people, all measures of masking (3ply medical grade), social distancing, and hygiene must be maintained
  • Personal Care/Massage – Reduced capacity, all measures of masking (3ply medical grade), social distancing, and hygiene must be maintained

Remember, all activities come with increasing your risk of exposure to the virus. It is up to you to decide the level of risk you’re comfortable with.

For the complete list of current Directives and Measures, please visit www.Kahnawake911.com.

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Additional Vaccination Clinics available walk-ins accepted

Medicine in vials and syringe , ready for vaccine injection , Cancer Treatment , Pain Treatment and can also be abused for an illegal use

For immediate release

Kahnawake – 11, Tsothohrhkó:wa/January 2022 at 3:30pm) The Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre and Public Safety Commission wishes to advise the community that additional Vaccination Clinics will be held this week by appointment and walk-ins:

Booster shots 18 years and older & 1st and 2nd dose for 12 years and older

  • Wednesday, January 12 – 9am to 5pm
  • Thursday, January 13 – 9am to 5pm
  • Friday, January 14 – 9am to 5pm

Non-Resident workers currently employed on the territory are also eligible, with proof of employment. Walk-ins will also be accepted for Kahnawa’kehró:non only.

You can secure your spot by booking an appointment for your vaccine by clicking here.

For all the latest information on COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics, current measures and restrictions, and other info, please visit the Kahnawake 911 website.

Please note, due to staffing issues, the dates for the next Vaccination Clinics will be announced week-by-week.

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Directive 6 – Gyms/ Fitness centers | Personal Care & Massage

Posted January 11, 2022 at 10:47am

A State of Emergency has been declared in Kahnawà:ke on December 20th, 2021. The following Directive is effective immediately:
• Gyms/ Fitness centers: re-open with a maximum capacity of 8 people. All measures of Masking (3ply medical grade) distance and hygiene must be maintained.
• Personal Care & Massage: re-open with reduced capacity. All measures of Masking (3 ply medical grade), distance and hygiene must be maintained.

To view the PDF click here

To view all the current Directives click here

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Suspension of COVID-19 daily stats

Posted Monday January 10th – 3:45pm

The Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre and Public Safety Commission wishes to advise the community that, due to the current priority for COVID-19 PCR testing in Kahnawà:ke (and the rest of Quebec), it is not possible to provide daily updates on positive cases and related statistics at this time. This is due to the fact that COVID-19 testing sites are no longer providing tests to the general population, and we are unable to determine the number of active cases in the community.

Please note, although one of the priorities listed by the Quebec Ministry of Health and Social Services is for First Nation communities, this priority is in reference to remote First Nations communities and not Kahnawà:ke.

For all the latest information on COVID-19 news, current measures and restrictions, please visit the Kahnawake 911 website.

We apologize for this inconvenience.

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UPDATED – Vaccination Center moves back to the Bingo Hall and new vaccine clinic dates announced

Posted at 3:45pm

The Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre and Public Safety Commission wishes to advise the community that the Vaccination Center will be back at the Bingo Hall on R-138, effective today (Monday) as response to the 5th Wave, and the increased demand for COVID-19 vaccinations. The Bingo Hall site will better serve the needs of the community and provide enough space to safely accommodate those requiring a vaccine.
 
Additionally, new dates for COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics have been confirmed, with extended hours added for today’s (Monday) clinic (in red below):
 
Booster shots 18 years and older, 1st and 2nd dose for 12 years and older
 
•    Monday, January 10 – 1pm to 7:30pm
•    Tuesday, January 11 –  9am to 5pm
•    Wednesday, January 12 – 9am to 5pm
 
You can secure your spot by booking an appointment for your vaccine by clicking here.
 
For all the latest information on COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics, current measures and restrictions, and other info, please visit the Kahnawake 911 website.
 
Please note, due to staffing issues, the dates for the next Vaccination Clinics will be announced week-by-week.

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Booking your COVID-19 Vaccine via Clic Sante

The Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre (KMHC) and Public Safety Commission would like to update Kahnawa’kehró:non regarding technical issues some people have been experiencing when trying to book an appointment for a COVID-19 Vaccine via the Clic Sante portal. Some users may get an error when trying to submit the completed form, which may be the result of not checking off certain medical information, or category you may fall under (see example below).

(Screen shot of website selection options)

If you DO NOT fall under any of the aforementioned categories, please select “I am an adult who has a chronic disease of health problem that increases the risk of complications from COVID-19.”

As communicated to the community previously, please book your appointment through Kahnawake911, which is the preferred method to secure you COVID-19 vaccine/booster.

We will continue to monitor the situation and update the community as required. Clic Sante is operated independently of the KMHC.

We would like to thank you for your patience and understanding.

Click here to view PDF

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Vaccination Center moves back to the Bingo Hall and new vaccine clinic dates announced

The Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre and Public Safety Commission is pleased to announce that the Vaccination Center will be back at the Bingo Hall on R-138, effective Monday, January 10, 2022. This development is in response to the 5th Wave and the increased demand for COVID-19 vaccinations. The Bingo Hall site will better serve the needs of the community and provide enough space to safely accommodate those requiring a vaccine.

Additionally, new dates for COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics have been confirmed:

Booster shots 18 years and older, 1st and 2nd dose for 12 years and older

• Monday, January 10 – 1pm to 5pm
• Tuesday, January 11 – 9am to 5pm
• Other dates to be confirmed early next week

You can secure your spot by booking an appointment for your vaccine by clicking here.

For all the latest information on COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics, current measures and restrictions, and other info, please visit the Kahnawake 911 website.

Please note, due to staffing issues, the dates for the next Vaccination Clinics will be announced week-by-week.

Click here to view PDF.

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NEW PCR TESTING PRIORITIES AND ISOLATION REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMUNITY MEMBERS

The Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre and Public Safety Commission would like to update Kahnawa’kehró:non regarding the new criteria for COVID-19 PCR testing. These changes will completely transfer responsibility for COVID-19 case management to each of you as individual community members. 

These new priorities are in effect immediately both in Kahnawà:ke and throughout Quebec. 

The testing sites are NO LONGER AVAILABLE to the general population. This means that if you have COVID-related symptoms and/or you are a contact of a positive case and/or you have received a positive rapid test result, you can no longer access a PCR testing site. Testing sites will only be available to essential service high-risk locations or by special request from Public Health. You can also access the testing site if you are being admitted for surgery and have been requested to provide a negative test result prior to admission. 

If you have COVID-related symptoms, you must assume that you have COVID-19 and isolate according to the following guidelines: 

CASE MANAGEMENT:

If you have COVID related symptoms and/or are positive from a rapid test and you are vaccinated (2 doses or more) 

  • isolate for 5 days 
  • on day 5, if you no longer have symptoms or your symptoms are lessening, and you have not had a fever for 24 hours, you are released from isolation but must take precautions for the 5 following days by: 
    • continuously wearing a medical-grade mask in all areas 
    • maintaining a 2-meter distance or more from others at all times 
    • avoiding all vulnerable people 
    • if you are returning to work, you must work away from all others and not share any common spaces 

If you have COVID-related symptoms and/or are positive from a rapid test and not vaccinated or vaccinated with 1 dose: 

  • isolation time remains at 10 days 

The difference in isolation days is related to the quick decrease in contagiousness of vaccinated vs unvaccinated individuals who have the Omicron variant. 

CONTACT MANAGEMENT: 

If you are a contact of a positive case (determined by having symptoms related to COVID-19 or from a positive rapid test): 

  • a high-risk contact who is adequately vaccinated must isolate for 5 days. If no symptoms – released from isolation but must self-monitor for symptoms from day 5-10.  If you develop COVID-related symptoms at any point, you must assume that you have COVID and begin the isolation period as described above in the CASE MANAGEMENT section. 
  • A high-risk contact who is not vaccinated must isolate for 10 days 
  • A moderate risk contact who is adequately vaccinated must self-monitor for symptoms for 10 days, must wear a mask continuously, maintain a 2-meter distance and remain away from vulnerable people 
  • A moderate risk contact who is not vaccinated must isolate for 10 days 
  • A low-risk contact (vaccinated or not) must self-monitor for symptoms and follow regular public health measures 

DEFINITIONS: 

High-Risk Contact: A household contact or a sexual partner 

Moderate Risk Contact:  A contact for more than 15 minutes, less than 2 meters, where one of the two people was not wearing a mask or both people were not wearing a mask. 

Low-Risk Contact: A contact for more than 15 minutes, less than 2 meters, both with medical-grade masks 

Adequately Vaccinated: A person who has received two or more doses of a recognized COVID-19 vaccine 

* Different criteria exist for essential service workers

Click here to view the PDF