Vaccination is the best way to protect against shingles and its complications. Shingles, caused by reactivation of the chickenpox virus, can occur at any age, but is more common in people over the age of 50. The shingles vaccine offers protection for at least nine years after vaccination. Two doses, 2 to 12 months apart, are required for long-term protection.
Who can receive the vaccine?
The Shingrix shingles vaccine is free for people aged 75 or over, and for people aged 18 or over who are immuno-compromised. These individuals can be vaccinated regardless of their history of chickenpox or varicella vaccination.
Where can an appointment be made?
Vaccinations will be performed at the following Local Points of Service.
| Address | Hours |
| The Côte Saint-Luc Local Point of Service | 6900 Decarie Boulevard, Côte Saint-Luc, Quebec H3X 2T8 | Monday to Friday: 10 :00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
| The Parc-Extension Local Point of Service | 7101 Parc Avenue, Montreal, Quebec H3N 1X9 |
To make an appointment for vaccination
Although some services are offered on a walk-in basis, we strongly advise you to schedule an appointment. An appointment can be made on 
Clic Santé or at 514-734-9911, option 3.
What to bring
- Your medicare card (if you have one) or your IFH (Interim Federal Health Program) document. If you don’t have a medicare card, bring an ID card.
- Your vaccination record.
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