Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care has expanded eligibility for free hepatitis A vaccines ahead of the 2026 Manitoba Indigenous Summer Games.

The games are taking place July 8th to 12th in Norway House Cree Nation, and August 10th to 15th in Sagkeeng Anicinabe Nation.

Free hepatitis A vaccines are now available for people six months and older who are community members in Norway House or Sagkeeng, anyone travelling to or working in those communities, including athletes, staff, volunteers and visitors attending the games, and people who have household visitors from those communities.

In Thompson, vaccine appointments can be booked by calling 204-677-5350.

Walk-ins are also welcome at Public Health Services on Thompson Drive South, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.