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COVID-19 is an illness caused by a coronavirus. Human coronaviruses are common and are typically associated with mild illnesses, similar to the common cold.

Information on and infographics about COVID-19 (coronavirus) including how it is spread, how to prevent the chances of getting it, symptoms and what to do if you have symptoms. Information available in multiple languages.

COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Free vaccines will be available to everyone who lives in Canada over the course of 2021.
Until extensive immunization is achieved, public health measures will continue to be essential to minimize the spread of COVID-19 in Canada and save lives.

COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Free vaccines will be available to everyone who lives in Canada over the course of 2021.

Learn about food safety during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and how to keep you and your family safe.

Information about food safety during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and how to keep you and your family safe.

Outlines surveillance case definitions for COVID-19 and provides instructions on reporting to the national level. Surveillance case definitions are provided for the purpose of standardized case classification and reporting to the Public Health Agency of Canada.

The Government of Canada supports First Nations and Inuit communities in preparing for, monitoring and responding to COVID-19 and raises awareness on infection prevention and control.

The guidance identifies core personal and community-based public health measures to mitigate the transmission of coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

COVID-19 is a new disease. A vaccine or therapy to treat or prevent this disease has not yet been developed. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a global review of therapies that may be used to treat or prevent the disease. Canada is speeding up the importation and sale of medical devices used to diagnose, treat or prevent COVID-19.