The Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) is reporting a lab-confirmed case of measles, which marks the first confirmed case in northwestern Ontario since the province's measles outbreak began in the fall.

"The individual acquired the infection through international travel and is now recovering at home," the TBDHU said in a news release issued late Friday afternoon.

"The public health investigation is unfolding. At this time, TBDHU is following up directly with known contacts, with a focus on …