Toronto May Be Forced to Scale Back FIFA World Cup Events in 2026

Toronto may be forced to scale back FIFA World Cup events in 2026

A report on money from the provincial government shows nearly $30m of the promised $97m to host 6 World Cup games has been eaten by fees for everything from security to 'beautification' of transit stations.

Chow’s office calls lower estimate for provincial FIFA cash for Toronto a ‘clawback’

Toronto could be on the hook for more money than expected to host six FIFA World Cup games next year, according to a new report set to go before Toronto City Council this week.

2026 World Cup games could end up costing Toronto more money: report

A city report says that the cost of some services the province said it would pay for out of its $97-million contribution are “substantially higher” than budgeted, which may leave Toronto on the hook for more money.