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Apr 19, 2021 7:31 PM -
Canada hit the 10 million milestone this morning for total COVID-19 vaccines administered and is closing in fast on getting a first dose to one in four Canadians.
With Ontario reporting almost 67,000 new vaccinations this morning, Canada surpassed the 10 million mark.
About 9.1 million people have now received at least one dose, including about 915,000 who have received both required doses.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 19, 2021.
Though amid these vaccinations Ontario is reporting Ontario is reporting 4,447 new cases of COVID-19 today and 19 more deaths attributed to the novel coronavirus.
Quebec is reporting 1,092 new COVID-19 cases today and 15 more deaths attributed to the novel coronavirus, including two in the past 24 hours.
Health Canada and PHAC on Twitter:
With every #vaccine dose administered we’re getting closer to stopping the spread of #Covid19. Canada, thank you for helping us reach this big milestone! Red heart #SleevesUp
