We’re getting ready for Toronto to host the FIFA 2026 World Cup! Join us.
It's less than 2 weeks to go until Toronto hosts Canada’s opening game at Toronto Stadium (BMO Field) and welcomes the most watched sports event in the world!
I'm working to make sure we are moving forward neighbourhood-specific preparations for Liberty Village and Fort York. My priority is that our downtown communities can enjoy and benefit from this once-in-a-lifetime moment, before, during, and after the games.
This webpage will be continually updated with information and answers to commonly asked questions as they are finalized. It was last updated May 29, 2026.
Thanks to all who have been participating in my office’s series of community conversations targeted at residents of Liberty Village and Fort York, directly impacted by the Games. These meetings took place:
- November 2025 at Left Field Brewery in Liberty Village,
- February 24 (virtually)
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April 8 (virtually)
- This meeting focused largely on the City's Mobility Plan including plans for local access in affected communities in Liberty Village and Fort York
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April 30 (virtually)
- This meeting focused on FIFA Fan Festival programming and construction.
- May 25 (virtually)
These plans are being informed by the results of the FIFA World Cup 26™ Final Draw, which occurred on December 5, and determined the teams and final schedule for Toronto matches, to allow more detailed plans. The Draw results and Toronto games schedule are:
- Fri June 12 - 3:00pm: Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Wed June 17 - 7:00pm: Ghana vs Panama
- Sat June 20 - 4:00pm: Germany vs Cote D’Ivoire
- Tue June 23 - 7:00pm: Croatia vs Panama
- Fri June 26 - 7:00pm: Senegal vs Iraq
- Thu July 2 - 7:00pm: Round of 32 TBD vs TBD
In addition to six exciting matches, we’re getting ready by:
- Implementing a comprehensive Community Benefits Program with ambitious social procurement and workforce development programs
- Creating a vibrant cultural program that celebrates the world in a city that is Toronto
- Building new legacy soccer infrastructure at Centennial Park and improvements to BMO Field.
- An inclusive and fun Fan Fest at Fort York, and,
- Offering a volunteer program that lets people be part of the event and build skills.
I LIVE IN LIBERTY VILLAGE/FORT YORK. HOW DO I GET AROUND MY NEIGHBOURHOOD DURING THE GAMES?
- At my request, the City has built this dedicated website to share information with Liberty Village and Fort York residents
- Local access only passes will be distributed to local buildings via property management by the first week of June.
- Local access will be in place for Fort York for the duration of the tournament, and in Liberty Village on match days only.
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Find more on the proposed mobility plan for the World Cup
- Feedback? We want to hear it. Share your thoughts with me at [email protected]
- Staff continue to iterate upon my Liberty Village Traffic Action Plan
I’M A RESIDENT OF FORT YORK WITH CONCERNS ABOUT THE CLOSURE OF FORT YORK AND GARRISON CROSSING
I know the importance of the Fort York Ground, Garrison Common, and Garrison Crossing as treasured public and green spaces and gateways to our downtown neighbourhoods, particularly to residents of Fort York.
I have clearly opposed the full closure beginning in early May. I advocated to the City’s FIFA Secretariat to explore all possible options, including pushing to reduce the scope and duration of the closure in order to maintain access to this valued space, to stage construction, and most importantly, provide adequate notice to our community. I am disappointed that this did not occur, and convened a meeting on April 30 (more above) for the FIFA Secretariat to share updates with our community. I will continue to work with staff and residents on the best possible implementation.
I WANT TO ATTEND THE FAN FEST AT FORT YORK. WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW?
I have worked with the Mayor to ensure that tickets to Fan Fest are free and accessible to all. There will be a dedicated allotment of tickets to residents of Fort York and Liberty Village in particular, who will be welcoming the World Cup to their front doors. We will keep residents updated on processes to obtain tickets.
HOW DO I HOST AN EVENT?
If you’re a local business or resident trying to capture the excitement of the Games, please refer to the Community Activation Toolkit.
More information on the FIFA World Cup 2026 here: