People can now access BC Vaccine Card, needed for indoor concerts, theatre, dance, and symphony events as of September 13
The Province announced the card will be required to access other activities, like indoor dining
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You’ve got your tickets to an upcoming performance; now you just need to get your BC Vaccine Card.
People can get the document now by visiting gov.bc.ca/vaccinecard. It will be required to access certain indoor events and activities starting September 13.
Here’s where you’ll need it:
- indoor concerts and theatre, dance, and symphony events
- licensed restaurants, and those offering table service (indoor and outdoor dining)
- pubs, bars and lounges (indoor and outdoor dining)
- night clubs, casinos, movie theatres
- fitness centres/gyms/adult sports (indoor)
- indoor group-exercise activities
- organized indoor events with 50 or more people (such as wedding receptions, organized parties, conferences, workshops)
- discretionary organized indoor group recreational classes and activities
The digital or printed document will have a secure, individualized QR code and image showing whether the cardholder is "vaccinated" or "partially vaccinated”.
This new requirement is being implemented through orders from the provincial health officer. One vaccine dose will be required for entry to certain settings as of September 13. By October 24 people to be fully vaccinated with two doses of COVID-19 vaccine.
People will be able to save a digital copy to their mobile device or print a hard copy to present along with their government-issued photo identification when entering designated businesses and events.
"Getting vaccinated means we can bring people back together and do more, safely, and with confidence that we're not putting those who aren't fully vaccinated at risk," Premier John Horgan said in a release. "We have made the BC Vaccine Card easy for people to get, and easy for businesses to check at a glance. The card is a significant step in getting our economy running on all cylinders, and returning to social events safely with the confidence that those around us are also fully vaccinated."
People without access to a computer and printer can get their card by calling 1-833-838-2323 at the Get Vaccinated call centre and get their printed copy mailed to them. They can have a friend, family member or support person print their card for them, or they can visit a Service BC Centre to get one.
The use of the BC Vaccine Card will be phased in to allow people extra time to transition to their new cards. From September 13 to 26, people will also be able to use the vaccination records they received at B.C. vaccine clinics or pharmacies as valid proof of vaccination. Starting September 27, only the BC Vaccine Card will be accepted.
For more information, see here.
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