Edmonton secures critical funding for 2026 World Cup bid
CTV
The Alberta government has committed more than $100 million for Edmonton's bid to hold FIFA World Cup matches in 2026.
The Alberta government has committed more than $100 million to support Edmonton's bid to hold FIFA World Cup matches in 2026.
The province's culture minister, Ron Orr, told CTV News Edmonton the city would receive $110 million.
"I think it will be a great event, I think it will be great for Alberta," Orr said.
"This will be incredibly inspiring for a lot of young people."
Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi lobbied the province for weeks to get the money needed to convince FIFA, soccer's international governing body, to play World Cup matches at Commonwealth Stadium in four years.
Toronto and Vancouver have secured funds to continue their bids but Montreal dropped out of the race.
Orr said there's a "huge benefit" to hosting the World Cup.
