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Toronto FIFA World Cup 26™
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Toronto FIFA World Cup 26™, An Invested City

The Legacy

We’re investing in Toronto for the good of Toronto, for generations to come.

Millions of dollars are being invested in our city’s infrastructure, job market, and community-based initiatives.
Gold FIFA World Cup trophy

Toronto wins as
1 of 16 hosts

Toronto was chosen as one of the hosts for FIFA World Cup 26™ thanks to its top-tier infrastructure, global community and passionate fans.

$940M
Economic output (GTA)

Hosting the tournament will bring an unmatched, positive economic output to the GTA. A contribution that will be felt far past the tournament’s close.

6,600+
New jobs

The job market in and around Toronto will see a sizable expansion spanning tourism, trades, hospitality and more—creating many job opportunities.

$146M
Investment in Toronto Stadium

North side of Toronto Stadium with an open-air seating section and vibrant mural-covered building

The City of Toronto and Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) teamed up to invest in world-class transformations to Toronto Stadium (BMO Field). More seats, more state-of-the-art innovations, more amazing atmosphere.

  • +45,000 additional seats
  • 4 LED video boards
  • Upgraded arena audio
  • State-of-the-art kitchen
  • 10,000 temporary seats added (north)
  • Self-serve technology for concessions
  • 7,000 temporary seats added (south)
  • 1,000 capacity rooftop patio (post tournament)

Community mini pitches

The Soccer For All Legacy Program is raising money for mini pitches in priority neighbourhoods across Toronto. Fostering our city’s inherent love for soccer for the next generation.

$520M
GDP growth

The GTA’s GDP will be significantly and positively affected, well beyond the borders of Toronto.

$25M

Government revenue
An additional $25M in government revenue is forecasted as a direct result of the tournament.
Night-time fireworks celebrating a win at Toronto Stadium
*Forecast by Deloitte Canada, spanning June 2023 to August 2026.