More groups eligible to book COVID-19 vaccine appointments in Ontario

People aged 50 and older across Ontario are among a number of new groups who can book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment starting Thursday.

The province announced Wednesday the 50-and-older age group, in addition to those with high-risk health conditions, and a number of employees who cannot work from home are now eligible to get the shot.

The newly eligible workers include those in the education, child-care, food and manufacturing sectors.

Get the COVID-19 vaccine when it’s your turn. Current eligibility:
*50+ years living anywhere in the city
*18+ years living in hot spot postal codes
*40+ years at pharmacies
Eligibility: https://t.co/omSK3hqSiC pic.twitter.com/ykJ9KsluMg

— City of Hamilton (@cityofhamilton) May 6, 2021

The provincial booking site is set to make the change at 8 a.m.

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People aged 18 and up can book vaccine appointments if they live in hot-spot postal codes as of this week.