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14 Mpox Cases Confirmed in Toronto Since September, Health Officials Urge Vaccination
Toronto Public Health said Oct. 5 that 14 mpox cases have been confirmed in the city since September, signalling increased activity; eligible residents are urged to complete the two-dose vaccine, free and available without an OHIP card.
Why it matters
Mpox is active again in Toronto: 14 cases confirmed since September, with the virus also showing up in wastewater surveillance. The vaccine is free and available without an OHIP card — the most direct protection available.
Full report
Toronto Public Health said in a news release on Oct. 5, 2026, that 14 cases of mpox have been confirmed in Toronto since September, indicating increased activity of the virus in the city. Wastewater surveillance by the Public Health Agency of Canada continues to detect mpox as well.
Officials stress the overall risk to the general public remains low. Mpox spreads mainly through close contact, and gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men remain the most affected group.
The health unit is urging eligible residents to check their vaccination status and complete the two-dose vaccine. The shots are free, and no Ontario health card (OHIP) is required.
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