Vancouver outlines World Cup security and transit plans

Vancouver officials have detailed their preparations for the FIFA World Cup, with the city set to host seven matches starting June 13. The plan includes extra transit service, road closures around B.C. Place Stadium, and increased coordination with police and other agencies as large crowds are expected in the coming weeks. City and FIFA officials said TransLink will add 600 bus trips per day and that fans should expect heavier transit use even with the expanded service. Organizers are also promoting a “Know Before You Go” campaign to steer attendees away from driving and toward transit, escooters, rideshare options, and walking routes. Security measures will include more CCTV cameras around B.C. Place and the surrounding perimeter, along with drone monitoring in restricted areas. Officials said privacy safeguards are being reviewed and that the cameras will be removed after the tournament. They also noted that extra police support will be in place and that protest rights will be respected as long as demonstrations remain lawful.