Changes related to COVID-19 happen frequently and without notice.
For the latest updates, please refer to: https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/health-care-administration-and-provider-resources/treatment-procedures-and-guidelines/emerging-public-health-issues/2019-novel-coronavirus/latest-updates
How Do I Access COVID-19 Vaccines?
Vaccines are ongoing and are available through the Saskatchewan Health Authority.
COVID-19 vaccinations are available at the Saskatoon Community Clinic Pharmacy. Book an appointment here:
https://pharmaconnect.ca/appointment/e057813d-370b-436a-b680-5891c40407ad
For other participating pharmacies, pop-up clinics, and access to the online booking system:
What Do I Do If I Have COVID-19 Symptoms?
If you have mild COVID-19 symptoms or have tested positive, it is recommended that you stay home, use rapid antigen testing and self-isolate based on those results.
Follow current public health orders regarding isolation and notification of close contacts:
Pay attention to your health and how you are feeling. You can call HealthLine 811 anytime to get advice about how you are feeling and what to do next.
For self-care and tips on managing COVID-19 symptoms at home: https://www.saskatchewan.ca/COVID19-self-care
When should I see a doctor?
If any of the following symptoms apply, please book with a health provider.
For adults, if you have:
- Worsening symptoms or symptoms that are worrying you
- Fever higher than 39° C for three days or fever returns after 24 hours of being fever free
- Return of cough after being cough-free
- Worsening shortness of breath
- Signs of dehydration such as: having very dry mouth, passing only a little urine, feeling dizzy or like you may faint
For children or teens, if you have:
- Worsening symptoms or symptoms that are worrying them
- Temperature higher than 38° C for three days in a row
- Energy does not improve when fever goes down
- Rapid breathing or change in breathing pattern
- Dehydration (repeated nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, does not make tears when cries or decreased urine output/fewer wet diapers
When should I call 911 or go to the emergency department?
If it becomes harder to breathe, you can’t drink anything or you feel very unwell, please go to the emergency department.
How Can I Access COVID-19 Treatment?
You do NOT need a PCR test or a referral from your physician or nurse practitioner to access possible COVID-19 treatments including antiviral medications and monoclonal antibodies.
Simply call HealthLine 811 if you test positive for COVID-19 on a rapid antigen test or a PCR test and believe you may meet the criteria for COVID-19 treatment. You will be screened and referred appropriately.
You can find the current criteria for treatment and other related information here:
Please note:
- Antiviral medications or monoclonal antibodies may be used in early treatment of mild to moderate COVID-19 illness in certain vaccinated or unvaccinated patients who are at risk for progression to severe illness that would require hospitalization.
- The prescribing team will help patients to find the best COVID-19 treatment option for them.
- Treatment for COVID-19 is not a substitute for vaccination
- Treatment for COVID-19 does not offer equal protection to vaccination. The best measure to prevent COVID-19 is to be fully vaccinated.
- Treatment does not shorten isolation time. Those with a positive test must continue to follow isolation requirements.
Can you print my proof of COVID-19 immunization/vaccine record for me or my test results?
Saskatchewan residents with a MySaskHealthRecord account can print their COVID-19 immunization records by following the simple instructions available at eHealthSask.ca.
If you do not have a MySaskHealthRecord account, you can sign up today at:
https://www.ehealthsask.ca/MySaskHealthRecord/MySaskHealthRecord/Pages/Register.aspx
Clinic Processes for COVID-19 Safety
Masking is encouraged but required if you have any of the following cold and flu-like symptoms:
- Fever
- Cough
- Aches
- Shortness of breath
- Sore throat
- Headaches
- Diarrhea
- Runny nose
COVID-19 Information for Travel Purposes
For the latest covid travel advisories and document requirements for Canada and other countries: https://travel.gc.ca/
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) recommends that all travelers review the requirements to leave and enter Canada as there are specific requirements for fully vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals and based on your travel destination. As per federal guidance, regardless of vaccination status travelers must:
- stay informed of COVID-19 activity at your destination, which can vary significantly and change quickly from one country to another and within regions of the country
- use personal protective measures (like wearing a mask, washing hands and maintaining physical distancing where possible)
- follow any additional local public health measures while travelling
- check Canadian travel requirements
- Be prepared for random arrival testing and have a plan in place for associated delays if you are unvaccinated.
In the vast majority of cases, including travel in and out of Canada, only a copy of your vaccination status and a positive or negative COVID-19 test result is required.
In Saskatoon, Haztech, Nobel HSSE, Quantum Genetix, and SRx Specialty Health Clinic offer COVID-19 PCR testing. Individuals are responsible for the cost of their own tests.
For a list of private providers offering PCR or rapid antigen testing, visit: https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/health-care-administration-and-provider-resources/treatment-procedures-and-guidelines/emerging-public-health-issues/2019-novel-coronavirus/testing-information/proof-of-negative-testing
Request for physician’s note:
It is extremely rare for travel authorities to require a physician’s note. Requests for a physician’s note for COVID-19 and travel will be considered following this process:
The Saskatoon Community Clinic needs to prioritize health care services based on medical need and related urgency.
Although notes to certify you for non-essential travel may be of great importance to you, patients with medical needs or medical urgency will be prioritized ahead of these notes.
As a result, we cannot guarantee a timely response. For example, if you need a travel note for a flight this week, we cannot guarantee it will be ready. We also cannot guarantee a note from one of our physicians will be accepted by other countries or authorities.
This process may take seven to 10 business days. The clinic will phone you when your note is ready for pick-up.
The fee for this service is $50 and is not insured by Saskatchewan Health. You can pay with cash or card (credit or debit) when you pick up the letter.
If you require a COVID-19 note from your usual physician or nurse practitioner, you need to submit a written request to [email protected], fax it to 306-664-4120 or drop it off to reception, attention to your physician.
You will need to include in your email or letter the following information:
- Name
- Saskatchewan Health Card number
- Phone number where we can reach you
- Documentation from the country to/from which you are traveling with details of the requirement for a physician’s letter
- Documentation from the country to/from which you are travelling with information to be included in the physician’s letter (date of positive test, date of symptom onset/resolution, date of completion of mandatory public health isolation, etc.).
COVID-19 Testing
Can I get a COVID-19 Test at the Community Clinic?
We do NOT do COVID-19 testing at the clinic.
Effective February 7, 2022 all COVID-19 drive-thru and walk-in testing sites have been closed.
Testing appointments must be booked by calling HealthLine 811. If you meet qualifying criteria, HealthLine 811 will make your testing appointment. If you do not meet the criteria, HealthLine 811 will recommend use of rapid antigen tests and self-monitoring.
In Saskatoon, Haztech, Nobel HSSE, Quantum Genetix, and SRx Specialty Health Clinic offer COVID-19 PCR testing. Individuals are responsible for the cost of their own tests.
For a list of private providers offering PCR or rapid antigen testing, visit:
Where can I get Rapid Antigen Test Kits (tests you can do at home)?
Rapid Antigen Testing Kits are available free of charge at various locations in Saskatoon including:
- All Saskatoon Public Library locations
- TCU Place
- Saskatoon Co-ops
- Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce
We recommend checking with your local public distribution centre prior to pickup.
For more information visit: