Could You Have Been Exposed to Measles? Warning Expands Across High-Traffic Toronto Locations
July 27, 2026 Team Contributor
A confirmed measles case has prompted Peel Public Health to issue an exposure alert involving Toronto Pearson International Airport and two flights that travelled through Canada on July 7. The warning comes as public health authorities continue to monitor growing measles activity, with recent exposure notices reported across multiple jurisdictions.
Public Health Ontario (PHO) has added the incident to its latest list of confirmed public exposure locations. The alert is part of a broader pattern of measles outbreak in Canada, underscoring how a single infected traveller can create public health concerns across multiple locations and jurisdictions.
Where Did the Potential Exposure Occur?
According to Peel Public Health, potential exposure to the virus may have occurred on July 7, 2026, at several locations connected to a confirmed measles case. As per Public Health Ontario, the advisory applies to passengers in the following scenarios:
| Location | Exposure Date | Monitor Symptoms Until |
| Biman Bangladesh Airlines Flight BG305 (Bangladesh to Toronto) | July 7 | July 28 |
| Air Canada Flight AC1986 (Toronto to Moncton) | July 7 | July 28 |
| Toronto Pearson Airport Terminals 1 & 3 | July 7, 1:11 p.m. to 11:45 p.m. | July 28 |
Anyone who was present at these locations during the identified timeframes is encouraged to verify their immunization records and remain alert for possible symptoms.
Toronto Reports Multiple Measles Exposure Events Recently
The Toronto Pearson Airport alert is not an isolated incident. Public health authorities have identified several measles exposure locations in recent weeks following a travel-related case. Toronto Public Health (TPH) confirmed that the case was linked to travel outside Canada, highlighting the continued risk of imported infections.
| Exposure Location | Date & Time | Monitor for Symptoms Until |
| Scarborough Health Network General Hospital ER Waiting Room, 3050 Lawrence Ave. E. | June 28, 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | July 19 |
| Markington Family Care and Walk-in Clinic, 3227 Eglinton Ave. E. | June 29, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | July 20 |
| Scarborough Health Network Kids Out-patient Clinic, 3050 Lawrence Ave. E. | June 30, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | July 21 |
Symptoms to Watch For
Measles is one of the world’s most contagious viral diseases and can spread through the air even after an infected person has left an area. Symptoms generally appear 7 to 21 days after exposure and may include:
- High fever
- Cough
- Runny nose
- Red, watery eyes
- Sensitivity to light
- A red rash that begins on the face and spreads throughout the body
What Should Exposed Travellers and Individuals Do?
Those who may have been exposed should:
- Check your measles vaccination status.
- Monitor for symptoms for 21 days after exposure.
- Contact public health if your immunization records or status is unclear.
- Seek urgent advice if pregnant, immunocompromised, or caring for an infant under one.
- Stay home if unvaccinated and advised by public health officials.
- Avoid flights and other non-essential travel if symptoms develop.
- Call ahead before visiting a testing laboratory, clinic, or hospital.
- Review travel plans and follow public health guidance before travelling if exposure is suspected.
- Ensure vaccinations are up to date before domestic or international travel.
- Follow travel health advisory instructions as per your location and destination.
The latest PHO advisory states, ” If you develop symptoms and need medical care, call ahead before you visit the doctor, clinic, or hospital to inform them of your exposure to measles so they can prepare for your arrival and take appropriate precautions.”
Vaccination Remains Key as Measles Exposure Alerts Continue
Major public health authorities across Canada continue to stress that maintaining up-to-date measles vaccination remains the most effective safeguard against infection and helps prevent imported travel-related cases from leading to wider outbreaks. Travellers and families uncertain of their immunization status are encouraged to consult healthcare providers and verify their records.
The measles alert comes at a time when Toronto Pearson continues to handle significant international passenger volumes, especially in recent events like FIFA World Cup 2026, underscoring how travel-related infections can quickly affect multiple locations across Canada.
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