The review of immunization records is a routine process mandated by the Immunization of School Pupils Act, 1990. Students, under the age of 18, must provide proof of up-to-date immunization against: diphtheria, tetanus, polio, measles, mumps, and rubella. Vaccinations against these diseases are free, and your family doctor should not charge you for providing updated immunization records to avoid suspension from school.
The immunization program provides information and offers clinics for selected vaccines. Health Unit nurses have vaccines on hand when visiting schools in the spring, and can immunize any student with signed consent forms.
Vaccines may help prevent or reduce the impact of illness due to a disease. Not immunizing your children could result in serious illness. Immunization is also mandated by the Immunization of School Pupils Act, 1990.
Parents are responsible for ensuring that their children's vaccines are up-to-date. Every time your children are vaccinated, you should advise the Health Unit.
For more information, please contact your family doctor or the Public Health Department in your area.
Peterborough County-City Health Unit
10 Hospital Drive
Peterborough, ON K9J 8M1
Tel: 705-743-1000
TTY: 705-743-4700
Fax: 705-743-2897
For additional information on pneumonia, meningitis, chicken-pox and all other vaccines, visit the Ministry of Health website.