Top health officials say they are "cautiously optimistic" about Canada's odds of obtaining a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine for distribution sometime in the first quarter of 2021. "While that supply will continue to increase over time, it does mean that federal, provincial and territorial governments will have to make important decisions about how to use the initial vaccine supply," Tam told reporters at a press conference Friday. "There are many conversations to be had about who gets those first doses of vaccines," said Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. WATCH: Dr. Howard Njoo discusses COVID vaccine approvals, now expected early next yearDr. Howard Njoo discusses COVID vaccine approvals, now expected early next year 3:17 Canada's deputy chief public health officer spoke with reporters at the pandemic briefing in Ottawa on Friday. "We will be receiving additional advice on prioritization based on the characteristics of each vaccine once approved," said Tam.

Source: CBC News November 06, 2020 20:26 UTC