3 d. ago Fans struggle to access FIFA World Cup tickets for Toronto games

If you're looking to get your hands on FIFA World Cup tickets for next year, you're "almost there."At least, that's the message you might get when entering the first presale draw for next year's event, which went live today in North America and around the world.Entry for the FIFA World Cup ticket lottery opened at 11 a.m. The men's World Cup will be held in Canada, Mexico, and the United States in 2026, with Toronto and Vancouver the two Canadian host cities.In our own experience, the whole process took just under an hour.Joining the queue moments after it opened via both a mobile device and a laptop, we were met with a spinning circle and a message that said "almost there" for upwards of 30 minutes before a 20-minute countdown timer appeared.To enter the draw, you must be the cardholder (primary or secondary) of a valid, unexpired Visa debit card, credit card, or reloadable prepaid card enabled with 3D Secure, as the draw is run in ...

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4 d. ago Pelley: MLSE explored all options before having Argos play 3 home games abroad in ’26

Keith Pelley says Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment examined all options before deciding to have the Toronto Argonauts play three home games in 2026 in other CFL venues due to the FIFA World Cup. The Argos and B.C. Lions will play home games away from their respective venues during FIFA’s World Cup. Soccer’s men’s world […]

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4 d. ago Here's how to get tickets for Toronto games in FIFA World Cup lottery

Fans will be one step closer to getting their hands on FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets this week.The first ticket lottery process begins on Wednesday, Sept. 10, and continues until Friday, Sept. 19, though you'll need a Visa to ultimately purchase tickets.Potential buyers can go to FIFA's website to register for the draw and will be asked to create an account or log in to their previously existing one. Beginning Wednesday, fans will be asked to fill out a comprehensive form that will allow them to enter a lottery system to hopefully secure their seats for the World Cup.FIFA previously announced that tickets for group-stage matches will begin at US$60 (C$82). Other ticket prices have yet to be revealed.This initial presale is expected to include roughly one million tickets. Fans can purchase up to four tickets per game for up to 10 matches."With just ten months to go until the FIFA World Cup 26 kicks off, we are excited to launch the first phase of t...

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5 d. ago Downtown Eastside to get new police district as Task Force Barrage draws to a close

The creation of District 5 comes as Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim claimed the city had recorded a 23-year low in violent crime, seven months after the launch of "Task Force Barrage."

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5 d. ago Police crackdown in DTES is reducing crime and will continue: Ken Sim, VPD

The success of Task Force Barrage has led the VPD to make the Downtown Eastside its own policing district with its own management structure and beat officers

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5 d. ago New Vancouver policing district for Downtown Eastside as task force results unveiled

VANCOUVER — Plans are underway to establish a new policing district in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, after a temporary task force in the neighbourhood produced what police are calling significant results. Vancouver Police Chief Const. Steve Rai said Monday that the formation of a new police district in the Downtown Eastside will initially draw from the […]

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9 d. ago Cheapest FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets in Toronto are surprisingly affordable

The first draw for 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets is a week away, and we now know the price of the cheapest tickets.Hype is starting to grow for the World Cup, as the North American-hosted tournament will host a total of 13 matches in Canada, split between Vancouver's BC Place and Toronto's BMO Field. It will be the first time that Canada has ever hosted men's World Cup matches, marking a historic moment in the country.Demand for tickets is expected to be sky high, with FIFA selling them via a lottery system. The first lottery will be open to eligible Visa cardholders beginning Wednesday.While a full list of prices has yet to be revealed, FIFA has announced that the cheapest group-stage tickets for World Cup matches will start at US$60 (C$82), a price point they say is an "accessible entry point to the tournament.""With just ten months to go until the FIFA World Cup 26 kicks off, we are excited to launch the first phase of ticket sales for the tournament...

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1 week ago One week to go before first phase of FIFA World Cup™ ticket sales open

Entry period opens Wednesday, 10 September 2025 at 11:00 ET (17:00 CET) for Visa Presale Draw Tickets will start at USD 60 for group-stage matches Information on additional phases also now available TORONTO, Sept. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This time next week, the first phase of ticket sales for the FIFA World Cup 26™ will […]

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1 week ago The ticket window for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is about to open. Here’s how it works.

From Sept. 10-19, Visa cardholders can enter a presale draw covering all 104 games for the expanded 48-team tournament, which is being co-hosted by Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.

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1 week ago FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets: You’ll need a Visa and a lot of luck for a chance at the presale

B.C. Place is slated to host seven games: five pool matches, including two featuring Canada, plus a round-of-32 match and a round-of-16 match

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1 week ago Ticket window for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is about to open – here’s how it works

Buying tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is going to take patience, research and a lot of luck. And the ticket window is about to begin. From Sept. 10-19, Visa cardholders can enter a pre-sale draw covering all 104 games for the expanded 48-team tournament, which is being co-hosted by Canada, the U.S. and […]

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2 w. ago Vancouver's Parker Hotel and its rooftop bar your upscale base for FIFA World Cup 2026

This Vancouver hotel is close to where the World Cup games will be played at B.C. Place — plus nearby activities that define this port city.

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2 w. ago What the most expensive FIFA World Cup tickets get you in Toronto

Bougie VIP tickets are now on sale for FIFA World Cup matches in Canada, and they are pricey.A total of 13 matches will be played in Canada next year, with seven being hosted in Vancouver's BC Place and another six at BMO Field in Toronto.Most tickets will be sold via a lottery system that begins Sept. 10, but more expensive hospitality tickets are already available.FIFA has listed five different tiers of luxury tickets, with each one having its own unique set of perks.Pitchside Lounge ($5,350-$6,350)The most expensive tickets available for World Cup matches are the Pitchside Lounge, where you will have to pony up at least $5,350 for a group stage game and up to $6,350 for a Round of 32 match.These tickets include premium sideline seats and champagne on arrival, along with other cocktails. Those in the Pitchside Lounge will also get access to what FIFA is calling the "exclusive selection" of drinks and a food menu dubbed the "culinary experienc...

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3 w. ago Opinion: The people of the Downtown Eastside don't need saving. They need their government to finally do its job

Brandon Grossutti: This isn't a natural disaster. It's a policy failure. Here's my challenge to every level of government: Create a single, accountable body with real power, clear metrics and fixed timelines

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3 w. ago FIFA World Cup prep sparks displacement concerns in Downtown Eastside

The neighbourhood sits inside a planned two-kilometre “beautification” radius around B.C. Place stadium, a requirement of FIFA’s host city agreement.

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4 w. ago Toronto Argonauts, B.C. Lions to play home games on the road during World Cup

The CFL will make way for the FIFA World Cup next summer. Both the Toronto Argonauts and B.C. Lions will play home games away from their respective venues during the World Cup, which will be held from June 11 to July 19 with contests in Canada, Mexico and the United States. Vancouver and Toronto will […]

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4 w. ago B.C. Lions, Toronto Argonauts to play home games on the road during FIFA World Cup

The Lions will relocate for two home games, with the club planning to announce those details at a later time.

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