The table below contains more information regarding the indicator.
| Indicator name |
Vaccination rates for selected diseases |
|---|---|
| Target |
By 2025, 95% coverage of all childhood vaccines and 90% coverage of all adolescent vaccines |
| Indicator description |
This indicator measures the childhood vaccination rates for selected diseases. The Public Health Agency of Canada routinely monitors childhood vaccination coverage in Canada through the childhood National Immunization Coverage Survey. |
| Geographical coverage |
Canada, provinces and territories |
| Unit of measurement |
Percentage |
| Calculations |
Not applicable |
| Comments and limitations |
The childhood vaccines included were those that are publicly funded under provincial/territorial programs. Vaccines recommended only for travel and some high-risk groups were excluded. The survey excluded First Nations on-reserve communities and institutionalized children. |