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The FIFA World Cup will be bringing the boom to Canada — economically, at least.
With the country set to host 13 games in the 2026 edition of the tournament — along with the United States and Mexico, it’s set to be one of the biggest sporting events ever on North American soil.
Canada will host 12.5% of the 104 matches. Seven are set for BC Place in Vancouver, while six matches will be played at BMO Field in Toronto.
And while the two other host countries will host more matches than their Canadian counterparts, there will still be quite a sizeable impact on the national economy.
According to a new report released today by FIFA, approximately 24,100 jobs will be created in Canada around the period of June 2023 through August 2026.
The report also estimates that Canada will generate C$3.8 billion in “positive economic output for Canada as a host nation” in the process leading up to and during the tournament.
More specifically, the report states that $2 billion will be projected to be added to the Canadian gross domestic product (GDP), $1.3 billion to the country’s labour income and $700 million. to government revenue,
“The FIFA World Cup 26 will have a hugely positive impact on Canada, with millions of Canadians sure to be inspired to follow, attend and play the beautiful game – some of them for the very first time,” said Victor Montagliani, FIFA vice president and Concacaf president. “I truly believe that the 2026 tournament will build on our long-standing football culture in Canada and take it to the next level, elevating all aspects of the sport along the way.”
Montagliani, who formerly served as Canada Soccer president from 2012 to 2016, is evidently quite excited for the first-ever 48-team edition of the tournament.
“It’s the biggest sports and entertainment event in history and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to showcase our nation on the global stage,” Montagliani added.
The 2026 World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
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