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Vancouver selected to host FIFA Congress ahead of the 2026 World Cup

  • The 76th FIFA Congress is scheduled to take place in Vancouver on April 30, 2026, shortly before the start of the 2026 men's World Cup, which will be jointly held by Canada, the United States, and Mexico.
  • The decision to grant Canada the hosting rights over the United States and Mexico was announced during the 75th FIFA Congress held in Asuncion, Paraguay.
  • The Congress will gather representatives from all 211 FIFA members, six confederations, media, and stakeholders, making it a major annual event preceding the World Cup.
  • FIFA president Gianni Infantino expressed his enthusiasm about welcoming everyone to Vancouver, praising the city as an excellent location for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  • The Congress is expected to boost local tourism and economic activity in Vancouver, hosting about 1,600 delegates and creating a $5 million impact before the World Cup.
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Vancouver to host FIFA Congress weeks ahead of 2026 men's World Cup

Vancouver mayor estimates a $5M boost to the local economy from the congress alone

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El Economista broke the news in on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
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