FIFA

• Toronto police seize thousands of counterfeit soccer jerseys in Canada’s largest bust

  Toronto police said the record-breaking bust was a concern because the proceeds from fake jerseys can go to organized crime and human trafficking.

  Crime

  Jun 1
  
• Ford government contacting FIFA over ‘ongoing non-compliance’ with ticket resale law

  A spokesperson for Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement Stephen Crawford suggested his ministry had warned FIFA over its reselling plans.

  Canada

  Jun 1
  
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• Should Canada investigate World Cup ticket pricing alongside U.S.?

  'We closely monitor the work of our international counterparts, while recognizing that each jurisdiction operates under its own legal framework,' the Competition Bureau states.

  Consumer

  May 29
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• Ontario civil servants can work some FIFA World Cup game days remotely: government

  OPS unions advocated for alternative work arrangements during the soccer tournament, citing concerns about increased congestion, ongoing construction and disrupted sidewalk access.

  Politics

  May 26
• Ontario town selected as host for Team Panama during FIFA World Cup

  The Town of New Tecumseth, located approximately 80 minutes north of downtown Toronto, will host Team Panama during its World Cup matches. 

  Canada

  May 26
• Cineplex to screen select FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in theatres across Canada

  Cineplex and TSN are teaming up to screen select FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in theatres across Canada as the country prepares to co-host the tournament.

  Sports

  May 16
• Toronto to release more free tickets for World Cup fan festival

  The City of Toronto is expected to release Friday the second batch of free tickets for its World Cup fan festival. 

  Canada

  May 15
• B.C. government delays release of World Cup hosting costs until month’s end

  B.C. Premier David Eby was at B.C. Place today to unveil renovations made to the 55,000-seat stadium ahead of the tournament, which cost an estimated $196 million.

  Sports

  May 12
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• Ontario moving more staff to ticket resale enforcement teams for World Cup

  The government passed a ban on tickets being sold for more than their face value in Ontario, promising hefty fines and rapid action for anyone trying to circumvent the ban.

  Politics

  May 11
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• Road closures, drones, and new stadium rules for FIFA World Cup in Vancouver

  Organizers of the FIFA World Cup in Vancouver have unveiled details of preparations that include the closure of a major downtown road artery for more than two months.

  Sports

  May 6