COVID-19 vaccine thanks to their neighbours in Pimicikamak First Nation.Officials from Pimicikamak, also known as Cross Lake First Nation, held a four-day vaccination clinic in Thompson starting last week in an effort to make sure members living in the northern Manitoba city were able to get access to a shot.
Manitobans 40 and over can now access AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine But when they ended up with more than enough vaccine by the last day Saturday, they decided to offer shots to teachers and first responders as well.Pimicikamak Chief David Monias says because the vaccine is only currently available for those over 18, the move was meant to help protect children.“We couldn’t forget about the children.