Frequently Asked Questions
After your COVID-19 vaccination
Do I still need to stay home if I'm ill, even after I received my vaccination? |
Yes. If you have COVID-19 symptoms, regardless of whether you are vaccinated or not, you must self-isolate and get tested. It is still possible to come in contact with the COVID-19 virus and develop symptoms if you are fully vaccinated. It is also possible you were exposed to the virus before your body developed some immunity from receiving the vaccine. |
Proof of vaccination
How do I get proof that I've been vaccinated? |
Visit the provincial portal to download or print your enhanced COVID-19 vaccine certificate. Please note: if you received a small card from HPPH when you were vaccinated, you will still need the official document from the Ontario government (found on the provincial portal). To log in to the government portal and get your official receipt, you will need:
If you need assistance:
Locations where you can print your COVID-19 vaccination certificate free of charge in Huron Perth:
For more information visit Proof of COVID-19 vaccination (Government of Ontario) |
Public health measures after vaccination
NOTE: Fully vaccinated means that it has been at least 14 days since you received your second dose of vaccine.
What if I experience COVID-19 symptoms right after my vaccination? |
Common side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine include:
If you have any of the following symptoms, regardless of whether you have been immunized within the past 48 hours, you should self-isolate and seek further medical attention. This includes reporting “yes” to any of the following symptoms, even if you think your symptoms are side effects from the vaccine:
Within the 48 hours from the time you received your immunization: if you have any of the following symptoms (and not any other symptoms), and the symptoms are mild (e.g., you feel well enough to work) and the symptom(s) only began after immunization, you can go to work/continue with permitted activities.
NOTE: If you have been told to isolate for other reasons, you must continue to isolate. |
I've received my first dose, do I still need to isolate if I'm identified as a high-risk contact OR if someone in my household is identified as a high-risk contact? |
For information on self-isolation and guidance for individuals who are partially or fully vaccinated, see our COVID-19 Self-Isolation Information webpage. |
I've received my second dose of vaccine, do I still need to isolate if I'm identified as a high-risk contact OR if someone in my household is identified as a high-risk contact? |
For information on self-isolation and guidance for individuals who are fully vaccinated, see our COVID-19 Self-Isolation Information webpage. |
Do I still need to complete screening before work, school, etc. after I've received my vaccination? |
Yes. You need to complete COVID-19 screening before work, school, etc., regardless of whether you have received a first dose of vaccine or are fully vaccinated. |
Do I still need to wear a face covering or mask after I've received my vaccination? |
Yes. At this time, everyone must continue following all public health measures, including wearing a face covering after you have received your vaccine. This includes all healthcare workers. NOTE: The requirements for face coverings in indoor public spaces is a provincial regulation, and vaccination status is not listed as an exemption from wearing a face covering. |
Why do I need to continue following public health measures even though I'm vaccinated? |
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Why are some areas in Canada and the United States changing their public health measures? |
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Travelling
Can I travel after being vaccinated with a full series of a COVID-19 vaccine? What if I have a mixed dose schedule? |
Many people are beginning to travel once again. It is important to assess your own personal risk factors for travel. This includes whether travel is essential. Only essential travel is recommended at this time. It is also important to be aware of the COVID-19 situation at your travel destination. Please check with the country you are travelling to for vaccine, testing, isolation and other requirements. If you have a mixed dose series, please know that you are well protected from a COVID-19 infection. Mixed dose schedules continue to be safe and effective. If you do travel outside of Canada, you should plan how you will meet Canada’s travel requirements when you return. Work your way through the COVID-19: Entering Canada requirements checklist to understand what you will need to do. |
Are there travel restrictions and exemptions when travelling within Canada? |
Whether you drive or fly, if you travel within Canada, without ever having been outside of the country, there are no federal travel requirements, but there may be provincial or territorial rules and restrictions. It is important to check the province or territory website of your final destination for their travel restrictions and quarantine requirements. |
Where can I get a COVID-19 test done for travel? |
In order to receive a COVID-19 test for outbound international travel and to receive a valid travel certificate you must pay for a private COVID-19 test. These tests are not available through Huron Perth assessment centres. A test done at a local assessment centre will not be sufficient to meet the requirements for international outbound travel. Huron Perth Assessment Centres do not provide travel-related testing. Huron Perth Public Health does not provide results of private COVID-19 tests or provide information for travel certificates. Private COVID-19 tests, and travel certificates, for outbound international travel are available through the following:
Note: this list is for information only. The inclusion of a pharmacy or testing location on this page does not indicate an endorsement or involvement from Huron Perth Public Health. |