Stay healthy and happy. Get immunized.
Flu shots available at Calgary Co-op starting October 19, 2026.
Book your appointment
All Calgary Co-op pharmacies are offering in-store flu shot immunizations starting October 19, 2026.
All individuals must live, work or go to school in Alberta, must be five years of age or older and must show their Alberta Health Care card to be eligible for flu shots.
For patients that have undergone a double mastectomy or have bilateral lymph node damage/removal, appointments must be booked through Alberta Health Services here.
Protect yourself with adult vaccines
The following can be co-administered during your flu shot appointment or booked separately:
- RSV Vaccine – 50 years and over
- Shingles vaccine – 50 years and over
- Pneumonia vaccine – 65 years and over AND those 18 and over with chronic diseases (diabetes, asthma, COPD)
- HPV vaccine – 9 years and over
- Meningitis B vaccine – 10 to 25 years of age
- Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, whooping cough) – every 10 years for adults
- Government-funded COVID-19 vaccine is available at the pharmacy for eligible Albertans 12 and over who meet the following eligibility criteria starting October 19, 2026
- All adults 65 years of age or older
- Residents of continuing care homes and supportive living accommodations
- Individuals with underlying medical conditions, including immunocompromising conditions and individuals experiencing houselessness
- Individuals who are pregnant
- First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals, no matter where they live
- Health care workers and other care providers working in facilities and community settings.
- Teachers
Book today
Ready for your appointment? Here’s what to expect:
1. Before your appointment:
- Provide the pharmacy with your mobile number so we can call you if we’re running behind schedule
2. At your scheduled appointment:
- Be prepared for screening before entering
- Wear loose clothing with short sleeves
- Arrive on time, not early
- Limit the number of people going with you
3. Find a safe waiting area post-injection. Patients must remain in the store for 15 minutes post-injection to monitor for anaphylactic reactions.
4. Review post-immunization aftercare guidance instructions:
Individuals who receive influenza immunization may experience side effects. These reactions are most often mild, develop within 24 hours and could last 24-48 hours.
- fever and/or chills
- sore throat, cough or runny nose
- feeling tired
- headache or body aches
- poor appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, or diarrhea
