Parents/Guardians Urged to Update Immunization Records to Avoid School Suspensions

(February 11, 2026) – Lakelands Public Health is notifying parents and guardians of students in Grades 2 and 11 about the requirement to submit or update immunization records, as mandated by provincial legislation. 

Under the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA), students must have current immunization records or a valid exemption on file with their local health unit. Lakelands Public Health is actively collecting this information from Grades 2 and 11 families to support compliance. Students in these grades without up-to-date records may face school suspension starting March 31, 2026. Parents and guardians are encouraged to submit records to Lakelands Public Health promptly to avoid any disruption to their child’s education. 

Key Dates 

“It’s important for parents and guardians to report their child’s immunization updates directly to Lakelands Public Health,” said Marianne Rock, Manager, Vaccine and Preventable Diseases, from Lakelands Public Health. “Immunization information is not automatically shared by healthcare providers, so it is the responsibility of parents and guardians to ensure Lakelands Public Health is informed of any updates.” 

How to Check, Update, or Book Immunizations 

Parents and guardians can check immunization records, submit updates or a valid exemption, or book an immunization appointment using the options below. Please note that immunization records are not automatically shared with Public Health by healthcare providers. 

These efforts are supported by local school boards, including Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPRDSB), Trillium Lakelands District School Board (TLDSB), Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir, and the Peterborough, Victoria, Northumberland, and Clarington Catholic District School Board (PVNCCDSB).