People watch a sea plane take off in Vancouver, B.C., Sunday, July 7, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan Cairns
By The Canadian Press
Jun 15, 2026 | 1:00 PM
VANCOUVER — Military authorities say they have imposed flying restrictions on the airspace over Vancouver’s inner city including BC Place Stadium during the next six FIFA World Cup games being hosted in the city.
The Canadian Armed Forces confirm that the temporary airspace restriction will be active for three hours before and after each game.
The measures are being put in place “to ensure the safety and security of the public” as Norad aircraft may be airborne during game times “to maintain a continuous aerospace control presence.”
There are matches on Thursday and Sunday, then on June 24 and 27 and July 2 and 7.