Pfizer's COVID vaccine has begun arriving in Canada, with PM Justin Trudeau calling it 'good news'.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the first of many freezer-packed COVID-19 vaccine vials have arrived in Canada.
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Trudeau tweeted a picture of them being taken off a plane. Canada's health regulator approved the vaccine made by US drugmaker Pfizer and Germany's BioNTech last Wednesday.
The Canadian government recently amended its contract with Pfizer so that it would deliver up to 249,000 doses this month.
Trudeau said it is good news but he is urging Canadians to continue to wear masks, avoid gatherings and to download a government app that lets users know if they've come in contact with those who have tested positive.
Australian Associated Press
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