π¨π¦ 2026 FIFA World Cup – Canada (Vancouver & Toronto) Match Schedule + Restaurant Preparation Guide
ποΈ Vancouver Match Schedule (BC Place, Vancouver)
A total of 7 matches will be played in Vancouver.
All times are Pacific Time (PT).
Source: vanfc26.com
π Group Stage (5 Matches)
- June 12 (Fri) — Australia vs Türkiye
β° 9:00 PM PT - June 18 (Wed) — Canada vs Qatar π¨π¦
β° 3:00 PM PT - June 21 (Sat) — New Zealand vs Egypt
β° 6:00 PM PT - June 24 (Tue) — Canada vs Switzerland π¨π¦
β° 12:00 PM PT - June 26 (Thu) — New Zealand vs Belgium
β° 8:00 PM PT
β½ Knockout Stage (2 Matches)
- July 2 (Thu) — Round of 32
β° 8:00 PM PT - July 7 (Tue) — Round of 16
β° 1:00 PM PT
π¨π¦ Canada National Team Matches in Vancouver
- June 18 — Canada vs Qatar
- June 24 — Canada vs Switzerland
Source: worldcupvancouver.org
π¨π¦ World Cup Host Cities in Canada (2026)
Source: worldcupcities.org
- Vancouver
- Stadium: BC Place
- Group Stage + Knockout Matches
- Total of 7 matches
- Toronto
- Stadium: BMO Field
- Group Stage + Knockout Matches
- Total of 6 matches
π Summary
- Canada hosts matches in two cities: Vancouver and Toronto
- Across North America: 16 host cities (11 USA, 3 Mexico, 2 Canada)
ποΈ Toronto Match Schedule (BMO Field)
Toronto will host 6 matches (5 group stage + 1 Round of 32).
Sources: yourtorontocity.com, sportsbrackets.net
π Group Stage (5 Matches)
- June 12 (Fri) — Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
β° 3:00 PM ET - June 17 (Wed) — Ghana vs Panama
β° 7:00 PM ET - June 20 (Sat) — Germany vs Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire)
β° 4:00 PM ET - June 23 (Tue) — Croatia vs Panama
β° 7:00 PM ET - June 26 (Fri) — Senegal vs Iraq
β° 3:00 PM ET
β½ Knockout Stage (1 Match)
- July 2 (Thu) — Round of 32: Group K Runner-up vs Group L Runner-up
β° Time TBD
π¨π¦ Canada National Team Match in Toronto
- June 12 — Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
(Only group-stage match for Canada in Toronto)
π½οΈ Restaurant Preparation Guide for Vancouver During the World Cup
π₯ 1. Prepare for Increased Demand
- Strengthen staff scheduling
- Secure additional inventory
- Consider extended operating hours
π 2. Prepare for Tourists (Especially International Fans)
- Provide English menus + QR code menus
- Add photos to your menu
→ International visitors often struggle with language barriers.
Photos help them order faster, reduce mistakes, and increase satisfaction. - Support multiple payment methods
- Create country-themed specials or promotions
πΊ 3. Create a Match-Friendly Environment
- Install large TVs or projectors
- Check sound system quality
- Strengthen reservation management
π³οΈπ 4. Build a Fan-Friendly Atmosphere
- Decorate with participating countries’ flags
- Offer discounts for customers wearing team jerseys
- Run match-result promotions
π£ 5. Marketing & Online Presence
- Update Google Maps, Yelp, Instagram
- Promote World Cup special menus
- Share real-time wait times online
π‘οΈ 6. Safety & Operational Risk Management
- Manage customer flow and waiting lines
- Follow alcohol service regulations
- Check security cameras and staff placement
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