First-ever FIFA World Cup 2026™ Canada 50/50 Draw raises more than $1.94 million

Winners announced as draw leaves lasting impact across Canada

Toronto, Ontario (July 21, 2026) – Canada Soccer and its provincial member associations are celebrating the successful conclusion of the ​ FIFA World Cup 2026™ Canada 50/50 Draw, which generated more than $1,941,870 CAD across British Columbia, Ontario and Nova Scotia. Established by FIFA26 Canada, this is the first initiative of its kind for a FIFA World Cup™.

The draw closed at the final whistle of the FIFA World Cup Final match, awarding three lucky winners with half of each provincial pot. The winning ticket numbers for each province are listed below and all final prize amounts can be found on the official 50/50 Draw website.

BC Winning Ticket Number: 100900072

ON Winning Ticket Number: 101024214

NS Winning Ticket Number: 757614392

The remaining 50 per cent of the proceeds will directly support grassroots infrastructure and program initiatives, delivered in collaboration with Ontario Soccer, BC Soccer and Soccer Nova Scotia. FIFA will not retain any proceeds from the campaign.

"The FIFA World Cup 2026™ has inspired Canadians from coast to coast, and this initiative ensures that inspiration will continue long after the tournament ends. Thanks to the incredible support of fans, proceeds from the draw will help our provincial member associations in British Columbia, Ontario and Nova Scotia invest in children, coaches and communities, strengthening the future of the game across Canada.”
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​Kevin Blue, CEO and General Secretary, Canada Soccer

Throughout the tournament, Canadian fans embraced the opportunity to celebrate and cheer on the Canadian Men’s National Team’s historic FIFA World Cup run while supporting the future of the sport. Investments from this draw will help strengthen local clubs and programs, improve community facilities and equipment, and make soccer more accessible for future athletes.

“This initiative highlighted the passion British Columbians have for soccer and their commitment to helping our sport thrive. Reaching the largest sports event 50/50 jackpot in provincial history is a remarkable achievement and a testament to the power of our soccer community. We are grateful to everyone who participated. Together, we are turning this incredible event into a lasting impact, creating more opportunities for players across the province and building a legacy that will inspire future generations.”
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​Gabriel Assis, Chief Executive Officer, BC Soccer

FIFA26 Canada, Canada Soccer and its provincial member associations congratulate the winners and thank every fan who purchased a ticket and helped make the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Canada 50/50 Draw a success.

About Canada Soccer:

Canada Soccer is the official governing body for soccer in Canada. In partnership with its members, Canada Soccer promotes the growth and development of the game from grassroots to high performance on a national scale.

As one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, Canada Soccer supports nearly one million active registered participants across approximately 1,200 clubs operating within 13 provincial and territorial member associations from coast to coast.

Canada Soccer oversees the Men's, Women’s, and Youth National Team programs, while leading domestic competitions, coach and referee development, grassroots initiatives, and community programming nationwide. As Canada co-hosts the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Canada Soccer continues to create opportunities for players, fans, and communities to connect through the power of the game.

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For more information or press inquiries, please contact: ​

Paulo Senra

Chief Communications & Content Officer | Chef des communications et du contenu, Canada Soccer

 

 

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Canada Soccer is the official governing body for soccer in Canada. In partnership with its members, Canada Soccer promotes the growth and development of soccer in Canada, from grassroots to high performance, and on a national scale. Soccer is the largest participatory sport in Canada and is considered the fastest growing sport in the country. There are nearly one million registered Canada Soccer active participants in Canada within 1,200 clubs that operate in 13 provincial/territorial member associations. Canada Soccer is affiliated with the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), The Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association Football (Concacaf) and the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC). For more details on Canada Soccer, visit the official website at www.canadasoccer.com.

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