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Alberta to Charge $100 for COVID Vaccines, Sparks Outcry

8/24/2025

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Alberta will charge $100 for COVID-19 vaccines this fall, becoming the only province without free access.
Vulnerable groups, such as seniors and health care workers, will still receive free vaccines.
The government cites a 54% spoilage rate of doses last season as a reason for the change.
Opposition leader Naheed Nenshi calls for equal vaccine access for all residents.

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Alberta will charge $100 for COVID-19 vaccines this fall, becoming the only province without free access.
Vulnerable groups, such as seniors and health care workers, will still receive free vaccines.
The government cites a 54% spoilage rate of doses last season as a reason for the change.
Opposition leader Naheed Nenshi calls for equal vaccine access for all residents.