Events

Are You Ready, B.C.?

Some of the world’s biggest sport events are coming to our province. Be inspired by the spirit of the Invictus Games. Cheer on your favourite team in the FIFA World Cup. From fields, to courts, to ice, we’re bringing B.C. together through sports.

A crowd of people enjoy a live music event at the 2024 Grey Cup Festival.
A man on adaptive ski equipment participating in an Invictus Games nordic event.

Invictus Games 2025

February 8 to 16, 2025

Vancouver and Whistler

Host First Nations:

Líl̓wat (Lil’wat)

xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)

Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish)

səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)

Unconquered. Invictus Games 2025 will bring competitors from 25 countries to Vancouver and Whistler. Here they will compete in adaptive sports including new winter sports. The Invictus Games were founded by the Duke of Sussex in 2014. The games are a journey of healing for wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans.

Visit the Invictus Games 2025 website
An athlete speeding down the luge track at the 2025 Invictus Games – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Fans cheer on athletes from the sidelines at the 2025 Invictus Games – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Canada took on Germany in the Preliminary Round in Wheelchair Basketball at the 2025 Invictus Games on Saturday, February 8 – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
A crowd gathered to watch a concert at the 2025 Invictus Games – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.

Invictus Games 2025 is the first-ever Invictus Games to feature adaptive winter sports. This includes wheelchair curling, alpine skiing, and skeleton. The Four Host First Nations are full partners in the planning and hosting of the Games: Lil̓wat7úl (Líl̓wat) xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish Nation), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).

Competitors stand on the podium with their medals at the 2025 Invictus Games.

Benefits

A female athlete representing the United Kingdom strenuously participates in an indoor rowing event.

Growing Inclusive Sports

Participation

Community

Learn about Growing Inclusive Sports

An indigenous artist sketching early design concepts for the Invictus Games 2025 brand.

Spirit of Invictus: Four Host First Nations

Community

Learn about the Four Host First Nations

A soccer goalie jumps and reaches for a save.

FIFA World Cup 26

June 11 to July 19, 2026

Vancouver

Host First Nations:

xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)

Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish)

səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)

The Beautiful Game. FIFA World Cup 26 will bring people together in a global celebration of football. Vancouver will become part of football history in FIFA’s biggest tournament ever.

Visit the FIFA World Cup 26 website
BC Place as seen from the field. This wide shot showcases the scoreboard, the stands, the field, and the dome roof – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
A soccer player slides to make a play – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
A photo from behind the net looking across the field during a soccer match at BC Place – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Photo courtesy of PavCo
A packed BC Place during a soccer event – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Photo courtesy of PavCo

BC Place will host seven matches, including two Team Canada matches. Vancouver is one of 16 host cities in North America for the FIFA World Cup 26. The Province of B.C. and the City of Vancouver are working in partnership with the Host Nations to make this event a success: xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish Nation), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).

BC Place and part of downtown Vancouver from above at night.

Benefits

Young girls in pinnies playing soccer on a field as a golden sun shines.

More Sport Opportunities for Girls

Participation

Learn about More Sport Opportunities for Girls

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers engaging in a running play during the 2024 Grey Cup.
Photo courtesy of PavCo

2024 Grey Cup

November 17, 2024

BC Place Vancouver

Host First Nations:

xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)

Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish)

səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)

All roars lead to here. For the first time since 2014, the Grey Cup returned to BC Place for an unforgettable week of sport, entertainment, and family-friendly fun.

Visit the 2024 Grey Cup Festival website
The 2024 Grey Cup as seen from the high stands. This wide shot showcases the scoreboard, the game on the field, and the stands full of attendees – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Photo courtesy of PavCo
The Jonas Brothers perform on stage at the 2024 Grey Cup halftime show – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Photo courtesy of PavCo
A crowd of people in the street at night for the 2024 Grey Cup Festival – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Two young children in BC Lions shirts race down a field during a kids event at the 2024 Grey Cup Festival – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.

The annual Grey Cup celebration included:

  • a free street Festival
  • two ziplines
  • local and global entertainment
  • indoor and outdoor sports and games
  • an Indigenous marketplace
Two attendees zipline across the Vancouver harbour during the 2024 Grey Cup Festival.

Benefits

Ahsia performs at the 2024 Grey Cup festival.

Amplified: B.C. Artists at Grey Cup

Community

Learn about Amplified: BC Artists at Grey Cup

Two dedicated football fans dressed in their team colours at the 2024 Grey Cup Festival.

Grey Cup Brings $125M Boost to B.C.

Economy

Learn about how the Grey Cup Brings $125M Boost to B.C.

A child being taught how to kick a football.

Touchdown! Flag Football in B.C.

Participation

Community

Learn about Flag Football in B.C.

A Team Canada athlete starts their luge run at the 2023 FIL Luge World Championships.
Photo courtesy of Dave Holland

53rd FIL Luge World Championships

February 6 to 8, 2025

Whistler

The world’s fastest athletes on ice will slide into Whistler, B.C. for the Luge World Championships. Athletes from 25 countries will compete at the Whistler Sliding Centre, where the luge can reach speeds of up to 130 kilometers per hour. This will be the first time the event has been held in B.C. since 2013. We respectfully acknowledge that this event is taking place on the traditional territories of the Lil̓wat7úl (Líl̓wat) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) Nations.

Visit the FIL Luge World Championships website
A Team Canada athlete speeding down the track at the 2023 FIL Luge World Championships – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
A Team Canada athlete prepares to start their luge run at the 2023 FIL Luge World Championships – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
An engaged and emotional audience watches the 2023 FIL Luge World Championships from track side – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Team Canada athletes pose for a group photo at the 2023 FIL Luge World Championships – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Photos courtesy of Dave Holland
A curler throwing a stone at the 2024 Montana's Brier event.
Photo courtesy of Curling Canada, Michael Burns

2025 Montana’s Brier

February 28 to March 9, 2025

Kelowna

The Montana’s Brier is the annual Canadian men’s curling championship and is regarded as the world’s premier curling event. The event will bring more than 100 athletes and officials to Kelowna, supported by 400 volunteers. We respectfully acknowledge that this event is taking place on the traditional territory of the Syilx Okanagan Nation.

Visit the 2025 Montana’s Brier website
Curlers sweeping the ice in front of a stone during the 2024 Montana's Brier event – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
The Arena and crowded stands at the 2024 Montana's Brier – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Victorious, Team Canada stands with the trophy at the 2024 Montana's Brier – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Curling Canada's mascot, Slider, sits with a young smiling fan in the stands at the 2024 Montana's Brier – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Photos courtesy of Curling Canada, Michael Burns
Two snowboarders carving around a slalom flag during a FIS Para Snowboard World Championship event.

FIS Para Snowboard World Championships

March 3 to 11, 2025

Big White Ski Resort, Kelowna

This event will feature the best para snowboard athletes from around the world. This is the second time Big White has hosted the Para Snowboard World Championships. We respectfully acknowledge that this event is taking place on the traditional territory of the Syilx Okanagan Nation.

Visit the FIS Para Snowboard World Championships website
A snowboarder carving around a slalom flag in a FIS Para Snowboard World Championship event – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
A competitor preparing to launch their run at a FIS Para Snowboard World Championship event – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Three competitors racing around a corner at a FIS Para Snowboard World Championship event – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Two competitors congratulating each other after their race at the FIS Para Snowboard World Championships – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
A player for TeamBC lines up a shot at the 2024 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships.
Photo courtesy of Brett Turvey

National Aboriginal Hockey Championships

May 4 to 11, 2025

Kamloops

Host First Nations:

Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc

The ice hockey championship was established in Canada by the Aboriginal Sport Circle. The tournament attracts participation from First Nations, Inuit and Metis across thirteen provinces and territories. Players of various ages, genders, and abilities join the tournament each year. Since 2002, the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships has been a platform for showcasing athletic excellence and cultural pride. This year, Kamloops proudly hosts the event in partnership with Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc, the City of Kamloops, and the Kamloops Sports Council. Over 500 athletes, families, and fans will gather to cheer on their teams while celebrating the diverse cultures and traditions that make this tournament unique.

Visit the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships website
Two players fight for the puck during a puck drop at the 2024 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Players look onto the ice from the bench during a Women's game at the 2024 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
A dancer performs a powwow dance during a ceremony at the 2024 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
TeamBC celebrates immediately after a goal during the 2024 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships – clicking this link will open a larger version of it in the browser window.
Photos courtesy of Brett Turvey