Drones Banned Over World Cup Training Sites in Toronto, Vancouver

Drones Banned Over World Cup Training Sites in Toronto, Vancouver
A soccer fan walks past BMO Field, Toronto's FIFA World Cup venue, while construction continues as the countdown to the opening game hits two weeks, in Toronto, on May 29, 2026. The Canadian Press/Chris Young
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Federal regulators have banned unauthorized drones near FIFA World Cup venues and training sites in Toronto and Vancouver to manage crowded airspace and protect event security.

As part of broader airspace regulations in effect from June 12 through July 7, Transport Canada prohibits drone flights below 2,500 feet within designated circles in both Canadian host cities, unless exempted.