Vaccine Evaluation Center

Vaccine Evaluation Center The Vaccine Evaluation Center (VEC) is Canada's first academic center for independent vaccine research and an international leader in vaccinology research.

Supported by BC Children's Hospital Research Institute and UBC Medicine. The Vaccine Evaluation Center (VEC) is an academic center involved in vaccine and immunization research. We are associated with University of British Columbia and BC Children's & Women's Hospital. Participate in a study today!

With some vaccines offered in schools and others not, it can be hard for parents to know what’s needed — and when.In a r...
11/07/2025

With some vaccines offered in schools and others not, it can be hard for parents to know what’s needed — and when.

In a recent UBC Faculty of Medicine interview, Vaccine Evaluation Center investigators Dr. Manish Sadarangani and Dr. Kevin Meesters discussed the importance of keeping kids protected from vaccine-preventable diseases — both inside and outside the classroom.

💉 In-school vaccines: HPV, Meningococcal, Tdap
🩺 Not in-school: Flu & COVID-19

Learn more → [link in bio]

💙 Tomorrow is World Flu Day! Influenza viruses change every year — and so does the need to keep our vaccines up to date....
10/31/2025

💙 Tomorrow is World Flu Day!

Influenza viruses change every year — and so does the need to keep our vaccines up to date.

At the Vaccine Evaluation Center (VEC), researchers lead the CANVAS Network to monitor flu vaccine safety in real time, helping Canada stay prepared for each new flu season and making sure our vaccines are safe.

Studies like this one monitor flu vaccine safety in kids, compare trends across seasons, and guide public health recommendations.

The result? More data, more confidence, and stronger protection for everyone.

🔗 Learn more about CANVAS: canvas-network.ca

October is Health Literacy Month 💡At the VEC, we believe that strong vaccine communication is key to empowering informed...
10/17/2025

October is Health Literacy Month 💡

At the VEC, we believe that strong vaccine communication is key to empowering informed health choices—especially for young adults who are often overlooked in public health messaging.

When people understand the why behind vaccines, they’re more confident in the how.

Behind every breakthrough in health and medicine are volunteers who choose to get involved in research. 🌍✨By participati...
09/26/2025

Behind every breakthrough in health and medicine are volunteers who choose to get involved in research. 🌍✨

By participating in a study, you’re helping researchers better understand health, improve prevention, and contribute to the development of future treatments and vaccines. It’s not just about today — your contribution can have a ripple effect for generations to come. 💙

You don’t need to be a scientist to make an impact. All it takes is curiosity and willingness to participate.

Interested in learning more? Tap the link in our bio to see if you’re eligible for any of our currently recruiting studies. Together, we can advance science and improve health for everyone. 🧪🌱

It's National Postdoc Appreciation Week! 🎉Here at the VEC, we’re proud to recognize the incredible contributions of our ...
09/19/2025

It's National Postdoc Appreciation Week! 🎉

Here at the VEC, we’re proud to recognize the incredible contributions of our postdoctoral researchers who help push vaccine science forward every day. 💙🔬

This week, we’re spotlighting Dr. Kaitlin Winter and Dr. Kevin Meesters. From designing vaccines to tackle antimicrobial resistance to studying the real-world impact of vaccines on serious childhood infections, their work is helping to shape a healthier future. 🌍✨

Swipe through to learn more about their research and achievements 👉

🦠 RSV season is here — and the best way to stay protected is to stay educated RSV usually causes mild cold-like symptoms...
09/12/2025

🦠 RSV season is here — and the best way to stay protected is to stay educated

RSV usually causes mild cold-like symptoms — but for some children, the risk is much greater. 😷 🫁

Our researchers are working to better understand which kids need the most protection, and how new tools 🧪💉 can help keep them safe.

👉 Swipe through to learn more, and visit our publications page for the full story!

✏️📚Back-to-school season is here! As kids, teens, and families get ready, staying protected from illnesses like pneumoco...
09/03/2025

✏️📚Back-to-school season is here! As kids, teens, and families get ready, staying protected from illnesses like pneumococcal disease, COVID-19, HPV, and influenza is more important than ever. 💉

At the VEC, our researchers are working hard to answer big questions related to vaccine research.

🧠Want to stay informed this school year?

👉Follow us and check out our research link in our bio to learn more!

💉 As National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) wraps up, we'd like to spotlight vaccination during pregnancy.Our rese...
09/03/2025

💉 As National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) wraps up, we'd like to spotlight vaccination during pregnancy.

Our researchers have helped identify gaps and guide a national research strategy: to ensure pregnant people get the safest, most effective vaccines for themselves and their babies. 🍼💪

By supporting this research, we’re helping give the next generation a strong, healthy start. Every vaccine matters—protecting both mom and baby today sets them up for a healthier tomorrow. 🌟

💉 National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) continues — and this week we’re spotlighting COVID-19 severity in hospita...
08/21/2025

💉 National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) continues — and this week we’re spotlighting COVID-19 severity in hospitalized children with and without immunocompromising conditions.

Researchers set out to find which kids are truly at the highest risk…and the results may surprise you. 🧐

Swipe through as we break down the research and explore why COVID-19 vaccination remains an important tool to help protect all children. 🦠💪

🤝 Ever wondered who (and how many)people made up the VEC team?Our work doesn't come about without the help of many diffe...
08/08/2025

🤝 Ever wondered who (and how many)
people made up the VEC team?

Our work doesn't come about without the help of many different teams and people working on multiple research projects at once!

➡️ Swipe to see the faces behind each team at the VEC and learn about what they do ➡️

🛡️August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NAIM)!🛡️This year’s theme? Don’t Let History Repeat Itself. Vaccines ...
08/05/2025

🛡️August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NAIM)!🛡️
This year’s theme? Don’t Let History Repeat Itself.

Vaccines have helped eliminate deadly diseases - but those victories depend on continued innovation and community protection.

At the Vaccine Evaluation Center, we’re proud to share the science behind vaccines that save lives. 💉

Stay tuned each week this August as we spotlight new research from our investigators.

👉 Follow us to learn more and celebrate the power of vaccines!

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