Gabriola Island

Public Health Units provide publicly funded immunizations and related education, in addition to many other supports and services for all ages. These services and others are available for individuals living on- and off-reserve.

Publicly Funded (free) vaccines are available through:

• Public Health Centres
• Family physicians
• Nurse practitioners
• Certified pharmacists

Vaccines recommended for all adults:

• HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine
• Influenza (flu) vaccine
• Pertussis vaccine
• Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine
• RSV vaccine
• Shingles vaccine
• TD (tetanus and diphtheria)

To discuss vaccine eligibility, book an appointment, or if additional immunizations are required due to certain health conditions, speak with a primary care provider or contact a local public health unit

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Program

As of April 10th 2026, seasonal administration of Nirsevimab (RSV Immunoprophylaxis) has ended. Information about Island Health’s 2026-2027 RSV Program will be updated in September 2026. RSV season is typically from October until the end of March. Eligible infants and children under 2 years of age can receive Nirsevimab which is a single-dose monoclonal antibody injection providing protection against severe illness due to RSV infection. Infants and children under 2 years of age may qualify for the following reasons:

• Born premature
• Have chronic medical conditions
• Live in communities accessed by ferry, remote communities, or congregate settings.

Eligible infants born during the RSV season may receive Nirsevimab before discharge from NICU or perinatal unit. Eligible infants who didn’t receive Nirsevimab in hospital or who were born outside of the RSV season can receive Nirsevimab in the community. Eligible children under 2 years can also receive Nirsevimab in the community.

Further eligibility criteria and referral instructions for the RSV Program will be updated in September for the 2026/2027 RSV season.