B.C., Vancouver, First Nations sign deal to partner in planning, hosting World Cup

B.C. Premier David Eby, centre, Musqueam Nation Chief Wayne Sparrow, right, and Squamish Nation councillor Wilson Williams, left, sign soccer balls after announcing a memorandum of understanding regarding hosting FIFA World Cup 26 matches, in Vancouver, on Friday, June 27, 2025. The MOU between the provincial government, city and the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations sets out a framework on how they will all work together to plan, stage and host matches, while ensuring interests of the nations are reflected.