Updated October 5, 2026
- Before vaccination, obtain informed consent as per HPOA Bylaw Schedule E.4 - Practice Standards: Drug Administration.
- In ImmBC system, document that verbal consent was received. Users can document consent for both COVID-19 and influenza at the same time.
- BCPhA example consent forms for immunization (written consent is not mandatory):
- HealthLink BC Files are easy-to-understand fact-sheets for clients that may support the informed consent process:
- Mature minor consent: Youth fall into the “mature minor” consent category if a healthcare provider supplies them with the information, gives them a chance to ask questions and believes they have the understanding to give consent. No written consent is required from the parent or guardian. Be sure to document the informed consent in ImmsBC. For more information see Mature Minor Consent and The Infants Act, Mature Minor Consent and Immunization.