Ottawa – All COVID-19 vaccines authorized in Canada are proven safe, effective and of high quality. Name: AstraZeneca Vaxzevria® COVID-19 vaccine Manufacturer: AstraZeneca Canada Inc and Verity/SII (COVISHIELD) Type: Viral vector-based Status: Approved by Health Canada Approved for: Age 18 and older How it’s given: Injection in muscle (usually the upper arm) Number of doses: 2 doses Note: The COVISHIELD version of this vaccine provided a temporary …