Ministry of Health Questions & Answers on ISPA Fundamentals
The purpose of this Ministry of Health quick guide is to provide a summary of the fundamental requirements under the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA).
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SickKids Immunization InfoLine
Do you have questions about immunization in childhood or pregnancy?
The SickKids Immunization InfoLine offers families the opportunity to book phone consultations with a specially trained nurse where they can ask questions about immunizations offered during childhood and pregnancy in a secure and non-judgmental environment. All Ontario families are welcome to book free phone consultations anytime on their website. Real-time multi-language translation is available for the phone consultations, as needed.
Your Child’s immunization Record
WECHU maintains immunization records for all children in schools in the area. You can update your child’s immunization records or apply for an exemption.
Immunization requirements for school
Students are required to provide proof of vaccinations against certain diseases in order to attend school. If proof is not provided students can be suspended from school.
School Immunization clinics
Every year, students in grade 7 have the opportunity to be immunized for free against hepatitis B, meningococcal disease and HPV at school. Consents and fact sheets can be found here.
Immunization Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about immunizations, a specific vaccine, a form sent home? Look here.
Immunization Requirements for Child Care
Immunizations protect children from vaccine-preventable diseases (VPD) that can be very serious or even fatal. Due to their age and the fact they are in group settings, children in child care centres are especially susceptible to VPDs.
Grade 7 Immunization Online Consent Form Closed
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Grade 7 School Based Immunization Clinics online consent form is now closed.
Immunization for your Children
Infants and young children are more susceptible to vaccine preventable diseases because their immune systems are not mature enough to fight all infections. Children who do not get vaccinated are at greater risk if they come in contact with vaccine preventable diseases. It’s important for children to be up-to-date with their vaccinations. Schools are places where infectious diseases are commonly spread. As a parent, you can keep your kids of all ages healthy with routine health care and vaccinations. Vaccines are the safest and most efficient way to guard against some diseases. Postponing vaccines can be harmful because it delays protection.
WECHU Student Immunization Clinics
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is hosting immunization clinics