Canada welcomes the world: World Cup 2026… and a partnership inspired by the success of Qatar 2022

May 25 coincides with World Football Day, an occasion to celebrate this sport and its ability to bring people together. This year, the occasion gains special importance in Canada, as the country prepares to host the 2026 World Cup in partnership with the United States and Mexico.
The tournament represents a model of what international cooperation can achieve when countries unite around a common goal. Hosting the largest edition in the history of the World Cup requires not only stadiums and organization but also cross-border coordination in security, transportation, information exchange, and operational planning to ensure a safe and successful tournament.
Canada enters this event with a clear vision, based on its experience as one of the few countries that have hosted both the Women's and Men's World Cups. It also sees the tournament as an opportunity to highlight its cultural diversity, values based on openness, respect for Indigenous peoples, and partnership with local communities.
In this context, Canada draws inspiration from Qatar's successful experience in hosting the 2022 World Cup, which marked a historic milestone as the first edition held in the Middle East. This benefit comes within a growing strategic partnership between Canada and Qatar, including the exchange of expertise and cooperation in security and organizational aspects, enhancing the chances of success for the 2026 edition.
Qatar has proven that the successful organization of a global event of this magnitude is based not only on infrastructure but also on vision, discipline, good management of details, and the ability to provide a comprehensive experience for fans, teams, and guests.
From this standpoint, Canada views the 2026 World Cup as more than a sporting event; it is a platform to deepen partnerships, build trust, and affirm Canada’s role as a reliable international partner in managing major files with a practical and responsible spirit.
Canada looks forward to welcoming the world, and especially Qatari friends, during this historic tournament, particularly in the match between Canada and Qatar scheduled for June 18.
See you soon in Canada.