STICKER

CultureCanadian

Date2021

Dimensions8 x 8 cm (release liner)

Object numberHF.2020.11.9

DescriptionBlack circular sticker on a white square release liner. The sticker has a black background with green and white lettering that reads, "I GOT My Shot DID YOU? myshotpei.ca". The "o" in the word shot is a target with a syringe stuck through the centre of the target.
Narrative

The first vaccinations for the COVID-19 virus began to be administered on December 16, 2020. Vaccines were fist administered to residents and staff of long-term care facilities, adults ages 70+, healthcare workers and personal support workers, and adults in Indigenous communities. Stickers such as this were given out to the newly vaccinated after having received their shot.? It was common for individuals to post "selfies" with such stickers on social media promoting their recent vaccination.