Vancouver shines for Team Canada’s 1st game at BC Place: ‘This was the best’ (opens original article in a new tab)

Vancouver hosted a successful first game for Team Canada at the FIFA World Cup, drawing large crowds and generating significant excitement with minimal issues.

• Vancouver residents and visitors celebrated Team Canada's 6-0 win at BC Place during the FIFA World Cup.
• Over 54,000 fans attended the game with minimal security issues and significant transit usage across Metro Vancouver.
• Businesses reported record patronage and energy during the event, with plans for adjusted operations for future games.