COVID-19 Thursday and announced that pharmacies will play a key role in the next phase of the COVID-19 vaccination plan.The two new cases have been identified in Zone 1 (Moncton region) and involve individuals in their 30s and 40s.“Both cases are under investigation and are self-isolating,” the province stated.Beginning Thursday, the province said New Brunswickers who are 85 and older may contact a pharmacist to set up an appointment to receive their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine.Appointments will be scheduled at nearly every pharmacy in the province, with the first vaccinations starting Wednesday, March 17.“Right now, only those who are 85 and older, or those calling on their behalf, can contact pharmacies to book an appointment,” said.