B.C. says World Cup is boosting local economy, but some businesses report softer demand | Unpublished
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B.C. says World Cup is boosting local economy, but some businesses report softer demand

July 1, 2026

As the FIFA World Cup passes its halfway mark, the B.C. government is touting the economic benefits of hosting the games in Vancouver but some local businesses say the boost has been uneven.



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