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Canada's World Cup Moment: Are We Ready?

Canada's World Cup Moment: Are We Ready?

Update: 2025-10-23
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Get ready, Canada — the world is coming. For the first time in history, Canada is set to host the FIFA World Cup in 2026, with games taking place in Toronto and Vancouver. But are we truly prepared?


In this episode of The Social Experiment, host Jim Lang is joined by Mike Wixson, Canadian media personality and cultural commentator, to break down what this global event means for Canada’s sports identity, infrastructure, and international image.


️ Guest: Mike Wixson, media host & sports culture expert ️ Host: Jim Lang, broadcaster & podcast host


Key Topics Discussed:


• Canada’s rise from a 36-year World Cup drought to hosting in 2026


• The explosive growth of soccer among Canadian youth


• How Canada’s diversity is reshaping sports loyalty and national pride


• Behind the scenes: massive infrastructure upgrades (BMO Field, Gardiner Expressway, etc.)


• Will Canada be ready in time — or are we headed for chaos?


 


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Canada's World Cup Moment: Are We Ready?

Canada's World Cup Moment: Are We Ready?

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