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The Ultimate Guide to Free FIFA World Cup Watch Parties Around Vancouver

The action inside BC Place may be drawing the headlines, but some of the World Cup's most memorable moments are happening elsewhere. From the official FIFA Fan Festival at the PNE to waterfront watch parties on Granville Island, Canada Soccer House on the North Shore, and even a mountaintop viewing experience overlooking Vancouver, there are plenty of ways to experience FIFA World Cup 2026 without ever stepping inside the stadium.

By Go Canada Staff

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The World Cup 2026 in Canada: A Soccer Lover's Guide to Vancouver & Toronto

The World Cup has arrived in Canada, and the excitement extends far beyond the stadium gates. In Toronto and Vancouver, two of the tournament’s host cities, football fever is on full display. Murals, watch parties, retro kit shops, pro matches, and themed cocktails are helping transform everyday neighbourhoods into celebrations of the beautiful game.

By Lucas Aykroyd

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Uncover Restorative Wellness Along Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore

Wellness doesn’t always come wrapped in spa robes and schedules. Along Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore, it’s found in ocean breezes, windswept beaches, forested trails, and quiet encounters that invite you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with yourself.

By Jenn Smith Nelson

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48 Hours of Summer in Calgary: Alberta's Urban Outdoor Playground

Summer in Calgary turns the city into one giant outdoor playground. From golden-hour bike rides to rooftop slices and riverside lounging, it’s a city made for spontaneous detours and scenic moments. Whether you’re craving small-batch ice cream, skyline sunsets, or a breezy float down the Bow, this two-day itinerary packs in everything you need for a sun-soaked city escape, with good food, zero stress, and maximum vibes.

By Jenna-Marie Mancini

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Five Best Public Golf Courses Near Vancouver and Whistler

Within an hour or two of Vancouver, you can move from mountain-side fairways in Whistler and Pemberton to classic parkland layouts in Langley and links-style golf along the Fraser River. Whether you’re building a dedicated golf getaway or adding a round or two onto a broader British Columbia trip, this stretch of Western Canada offers some of the most scenic and varied public golf in the country.

By Go Canada Staff

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Mount Pleasant: Eat, Drink, Shop and Explore in Vancouver's Hippest Neighbourhood

Just south of downtown, Mount Pleasant delivers the kind of neighbourhood experienced travellers are always hoping to find: independent shops, standout food, walkable streets, and a strong sense of local character. Whether you’re here for Michelin-recognized dining, a brewery crawl, or an afternoon browse, this corner of Vancouver rewards curiosity.

By Vivian Chung

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