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May 12, 2026
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How much will the World Cup really cost B.C.? Government promises update before kickoff
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How much will the World Cup really cost B.C.? Government promises update before kickoff
The province and the City of Vancouver still have not provided cost information with the event only a month away
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By Alec Lazenby, Dan Fumano
Published May 12, 2026
Last updated May 12, 2026
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