Provincial requirement for proof of vaccination

In accordance with provincial regulations, beginning September 22, 2021, patrons attending certain City facilities will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and identification before they can enter. Proof of vaccination will be accepted if the person’s name and date of birth on their identification document matches the name and date of birth on accompanying vaccination receipts. Examples of acceptable identification documents include an individual’s birth certificate, citizenship card, driver’s licence, Government (Ontario or other) issued identification card, Indian Status Card /Indigenous Membership Card, Passport or Permanent Resident card.

Acceptable vaccination receipts include those received at the time of vaccination as well as PDF receipt copies that can be downloaded or printed using the Ontario COVID-19 online vaccination portal or obtained by calling the Provincial Vaccine Booking Line at 1-833-943-3900. 

On Tuesday September 21^st the City will release additional details regarding how the new provincial proof of vaccination requirement impacts specific City of Brantford programs and services. Meantime, for more information please visit the Ontario government COVID-19 proof of vaccination Frequently Asked Questions webpage.

As this new regulation goes into effect, we request your patience and cooperation as businesses and organizations adapt to the new provincial requirements.