Aug 20, 2025 1:04 PM - The Canadian Press
Alberta to pay for COVID shots for health workers in policy reversal
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The government hasn't finalized how much other Albertans will need to pay, but an estimated cost to buy each shot is $110.(Photo - The Canadian Press)
Alberta's government says it will cover the costof COVID-19 vaccinations for health-care workers in a partial policy reversal. It comes two months after the government said most Albertans, including health workers, would have to pay for COVID-19 shots this fall.
Public health experts and health-care unions called it irresponsible to force front-line workers to pay for protection in the workplace.
Premier Danielle Smith has said the aim of the new policy is to prevent wastage, after some $135 million was spent on unused doses.
The government hasn't finalized how much other Albertans will need to pay, but an estimated cost to buy each shot is $110.
The province says those who have compromised immune systems, people on social programs and seniors in congregate settings will be covered.
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