Toronto FIFA Media Release 2025

Most Toronto Residents Support World Cup Spending, But Strongly Reject Covering Cost Overruns.‍ The latest Canada Pulse Insights survey for Rogers CityNews shows 60% of Toronto residents support the $400 million investment by all levels of government to host six FIFA World Cup matches in 2026, citing anticipated benefits for tourism, sport, and global visibility. In contrast, 40% do not support the public spending commitment.​‍