Most Canadians could be vaccinated against COVID-19 by the end of next year, Canada's deputy chief public health officer said today. Dr. Howard Njoo said he is optimistic they can be approved by Health Canada and rolled out soon. Canada will receive 20 to 76 million doses of each vaccine should they make it through clinical trials and be approved by Health Canada. According to Public Services and Procurement Canada, the federal government has purchased 26 freezers that can maintain temperatures of minus 80 degrees Celsius. Rationing vaccinesAnother factor for governments to consider is how to divide vaccine doses between provinces — an issue sources say was discussed during last week's phone call between the prime minister and the premiers.

Source: CBC News November 17, 2020 21:00 UTC