See the Canadian Immunization Guide for recommended immunization schedules for infants, children, youth, and pregnant women, from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI)

Provincial/territorial immunization schedules may differ based on funding differences. Provincial/territorial immunization schedules are available at the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Immunization pain reduction strategies: During vaccination, pain reduction strategies with good evidence include breastfeeding or use of sweet-tasting solutions, giving the most painful vaccine last, and consideration of topical anaesthetics.
Reducing vaccine pain (CMAJ)

Acetaminophen or ibuprofen should not be given prior to, but after vaccination as required. Prophylactic Antipyretic Administration (PLOS ONE)

Information for physicians on vaccine safety:

• Canada’s vaccine safety program (CPS)
• Autism spectrum disorder: No causal relationship with vaccines (PCH)

Information for parents on vaccinations can be accessed through:

• ImmunizeCA
• Caring for Kids website (CPS) including Your Child’s Best Shot
• A Parent’s Guide to Vaccination (PHAC)
• Working with vaccine-hesitant parents (CPS)
• Deciding to vaccinate (HC)
• Addressing vaccine hesitancy (CFP)