EPISODE · Jan 22, 2025 · 9 MIN
What happens when Vancouver says no to FIFA?
from This is Vancouver
As Vancouver prepares to host seven FIFA World Cup games in 2026, plans for a training facility at Memorial South Park were suddenly canceled. What led to the city’s decision to relocate to UBC, and what does it mean for Vancouver neighbourhoods? Stephen Quinn speaks with Vancouver Park Board Chair Laura Christensen to unpack the controversy, community pushback, and what’s next for FIFA-related upgrades.
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