Help Protect Yourself From Fraud
Large-scale events like the FIFA World Cup can sometimes attract fraudsters hoping to take advantage of the excitement. Be mindful of the risk of fraudulent ticket sales and accommodation scams. Below are a few tips to help protect yourself:
- Purchase tickets only through FIFA.com/tickets or the official FIFA resale or exchange marketplace.
- Be cautious of listings that demand urgent payment oroffer prices far below market value.
- Verify short-term rental listings by checking multiple sources and confirming the address exists.
- Whenever possible, pay with a credit card, which may offer added fraud protection.
Learn more about crime prevention and safety, including fraud prevention, human trafficking, and property theft.
Drinking & Drug Use
The legal drinking age in BC is 19, and our liquor laws only permit alcohol consumption in licenced areas.
Legal drinking is allowed in some parks and beaches.
The purchase and use of cannabis is legal for adults 19 years and older. You can generally smoke or vape cannabis in a public place where smoking tobacco is allowed. Learn more about where you can consume cannabis in public.
Impaired driving, whether by alcohol or drugs, is illegal in Canada, and strictly enforced. Learn more about impaired driving.
Drones
If you’re planning to fly a drone in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026, you can expect airspace restrictions around stadiums, fan zones, and event sites.
Drones of any size will not be permitted within designated no-fly zones around these venues, such as:
- BC Place
- the PNE
- Killarney Park
- The University of British Columbia
Penalties can include significant fines, the seizure of your drone, and criminal charges.
Learn more about drone regulations and safety.
