Potential Measles Exposure at Toronto Concert

Toronto, ON – Toronto Public Health is alerting residents about a potential measles exposure after an individual with the virus attended a concert at Coca-Cola Coliseum on Tuesday, April 1. The possible exposure window was between 5:30 p.m. and midnight at the venue located at 19 Nunavut Road.

Health officials confirmed the infected individual had recently travelled outside of Canada. This is the second measles case confirmed in Toronto this year, both linked to international travel.

Measles is a highly contagious airborne virus that can remain in the air or on surfaces for up to two hours. It spreads when an infected person breathes, coughs, sneezes or talks, and can infect others who come into contact with contaminated air or surfaces.

Public Health Recommendations:

Toronto Public Health is urging anyone who attended the concert to take the following steps:

Check your vaccination status:
- People born in 1970 or later should ensure they’ve received two doses of the Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine.
- Those born before 1970 may have natural immunity but can speak with a healthcare provider for confirmation.
- The MMR vaccine is free for eligible adults through primary care and some walk-in clinics.
Monitor for symptoms until April 22:
- Common symptoms include fever, runny nose, cough, red eyes, and a red rash that spreads from the face to the rest of the body.
- Koplik spots, small blue-white spots inside the mouth, may also develop.
- Individuals who develop symptoms should contact a healthcare provider, call ahead before visiting, and wear a mask to prevent further spread.