Get the shot, not the flu
Protect yourself and others by getting the flu shot. It's safe and easy.
Get a barcode
Save time and fill out the required forms online before you visit the flu clinic. Once registered, you will receive a barcode that you can present when you show up.
Book an appointment* or walk-in
Book your appointment by selecting your location in the drop down menu below. Walk-ins are welcome but may have a longer wait time.
*No appointments for main campus.
Get ready for your shot
On the day of your shot, make sure to bring your barcode, your personal health care number and wear a shirt that gives easy access to your upper arms/shoulders. Be prepared to stay 15 minutes after you receive your vaccine.
Flu clinic locations and dates
Staff Wellness, Student Wellness Services and the Students’ Union are partnering up to offer free flu shot clinics for UCalgary students, faculty and staff. Please note we cannot provide flu shots to minors or non-UCalgary family members.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Health Research Innovation Centre, Atrium
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
MacEwan Student Centre, North Courtyard
Walk-in only. No appointment needed.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Room 409
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Room 234
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Clinical Skills Building room 101 and 101L
Getting vaccinated is a small action that can have a big impact. In a university environment, where so many people come into close contact with each other, it can make a real difference in preventing widespread illness.
Dr. Craig Jenne, PhD
Associate Professor in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Infectious Diseases
FAQs
Yes, you can get the shot at any time during your pregnancy.
Yes, the flu shot is safe to get when breastfeeding.
No. The UCalgary flu clinics are offered for UCalgary students, faculty and staff. We cannot provide flu shots to minors.
You can get a flu shot with a out-of-province healthcare card, however the record of vaccine is not automatically shared with other systems. Make sure you request a vaccination record from the clinic nurse if you need one.
If you live in Alberta, you can access your vaccination records online at https://myhealth.alberta.ca/myhealthrecords. It will be updated a few days after receiving your shot.
If you received your flu shot without a valid Alberta Health Care number and didn't request a vaccination record from the clinic nurse at the time of vaccination, please email staffwellness@ucalgary.ca to request your record.
The updated COVID-19 vaccine will only be available at Alberta Health Services clinics and participating pharmacies, and not at the UCalgary flu shot clinics.