Flu season has B.C. doctors, politicians urging residents to get vaccinated – CBC

More than two million residents have been notified to sign up for an appointment

Oct 22, 2025

As the days get cooler and autumn leaves fall, the change in season can also bring about runny noses and flaring flu symptoms.

B.C. officials are now encouraging residents to get their flu shots with respiratory flu season kicking into gear.

Provincial Health Minister Josie Osborne said getting a vaccination is one of the simplest and most effective ways to take care of the community.

“When you get immunized, you’re protecting your grandparents, your children, your neighbours, your co-workers and others,” she said.