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    • About Us
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      • Blog
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Flu shots

All of our scheduled flu clinics have occurred for the 2025/2026 flu season. You will be offered a flu shot if you are in the clinic for an appointment during flu season, when we have them available. 

If you are looking to get your flu shot, you can also ask for one at your pharmacy. If you receive your flu shot at a pharmacy, we ask that you please let us know so we can ensure your records are accurate, through the 'Immunization Reporting Form' Qnaire in the Patient Portal.

Flu shots for children 6 months to 4 years old can be given by our nurses by appointment. Please call our clinic or book online to book an appointment for your child to receive the flu shot, subject to vaccine and staffing availability.

Check our Current Status webpage for vaccine availability updates.


The typical “Flu Season” in Canada may begin as early as October and can last until May. Each year, the Ontario Ministry of Health offers and recommends the flu shot to everyone aged 6 months and older.

Influenza is a serious illness that can lead to complications such as pneumonia, hospitalization and sometimes even death.  The flu shot is safe and is the most effective way to protect you and your family from the flu.

Getting immunized is especially important for people who are at greater risk of developing complications from the flu.  People in close contact or those who live with people at high risk of complications should also get immunized as early as possible.

Remember, you need a flu shot every year. 

The flu shot is especially important for:
  • People with weakened immune systems
  • Young children
  • Adults aged 65 and older
  • Pregnant individuals
  • Family members and those who provide care to people in the above groups should also get the flu shot to protect themselves and those around them
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Each Fall once we receive the flu vaccine, we will send out an email to our patients reminding them to book an appointment. We then encourage patients to book their flu shot appointment through the Patient Portal or by calling the office at (613) 839-3271.

Please review the following steps to book your flu shot appointment through the Patient Portal: 
To make an online appointment, start by logging into either the patient portal or the TH Connect App:


  1. Select Appointment
  2. Select New Appointment, 
  3. Select the Presenting Issue: Influenza Vaccination
  4. Select 'In Person or Phone Visit', 
  5. Select Appointment time
If you are unable to book through the portal or app, you can call the clinic to make an appointment in the flu clinic.
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If you receive the flu shot at another location, please help us update your records by reporting your immunization to us through the Immunization Reporting Form Qnaire in the Patient portal or TH Connect App, or by letting your provider or nurse know at your next appointment. 

Thank you for helping us keep our community healthy!
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West Carleton Family Health Team
119 Langstaff Drive, Carp, ON K0A 1L0
Phone: 613-839-3271​