Across all three equity-deserving populations in this review, a desire to prevent infection and transmission to others, trust in the efficacy and safety of the vaccine, communication of accurate and comprehensive vaccine information through trusted community sources and providing easy and affordable access to the vaccine were all factors supporting the uptake of all vaccines.

Parents consider their trust in health care providers and the government, the perceived safety of vaccines, an assessment of the risks of diseases and vaccines, and any barriers to accessing vaccines when deciding to vaccinate their children. Parents want trustworthy information about vaccines and vaccine-preventable diseases to help them make decisions.

Using strategies that align with individuals’ experiences engaging with public health information during a public health crisis can help improve the effectiveness of communication, tackle misinformation, and address public needs to maximize uptake of accurate and credible public health information.

Food insecurity appears to be more prevalent during the COVID-19 pandemic than before the pandemic, particularly among low-income populations.

Indigenous peoples and communities have experience with disease outbreaks and have learned effective ways of responding and protecting family and community members, despite socio-economic challenges and pervasive inequities resulting from historic and ongoing colonization.

There is no direct evidence for specific factors that affect risk of a COVID-19 outbreak in congregate living settings.

Evidence points to strain on families, especially for female caregivers and children. Women with children experienced reduced working hours and children experienced negative mental health outcomes.

No studies conducted in Canada specifically related to stigma were found. Discrimination and stigma associated with COVID-19 infection is a concern for those infected and those with infected family members.

Plans to address the impact of COVID-19 emphasize the importance of collaborative responses that are culturally appropriate and locally sensitive.