1 active, contagious measles case currently in B.C., with 10 people hospitalized.
In 2025, a total of 102 measles cases have been reported across all five regional health authorities.
Most cases involve individuals who were not fully vaccinated.
What You Need to Know
The provincial health authority urges everyone to check their immunization records and make sure they have received two doses of the measles vaccine, which are available for free.
Measles is highly contagious and can lead to severe complications including pneumonia, encephalitis, or even death.
If you're unsure of your status, you can:
Check via Health Gateway,
Contact your health-care provider, or
Call HealthLink BC at 811
People with recent exposure or travel-related symptoms are asked to monitor their health and isolate if unwell; call ahead before visiting a health center .
Before traveling, ensure immunizations are up to date—two vaccine doses are required for full protection in both children (12 months and older) and adults born after 1970
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