Information for businesses — FIFA World Cup 2026™
Welcoming the world and preparing for the influx of visitors during the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
Get ready
The Canadian tourism sector
Get information and tools to help Canadian tourism businesses welcome domestic and international visitors.
Supports for business
Whether you're starting up, expanding your business or looking to optimize operations, find hundreds of programs and services quickly and easily with tools and resources from the Government of Canada.
Business Development Bank of Canada
Find tailored advice and solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises in the tourism and recreation sector.
Destination Canada
Access expertise and resources that help Canadian tourism businesses reach domestic and international markets.
Regional development agencies
Talk to dedicated advisors to receive targeted advice and support in your region.
Report collusion in contracts
If you suspect that companies are cheating to win contracts linked to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in Canada, the Competition Bureau invites you to report it. Tips can be submitted anonymously.
Tax resources
For non-resident contractors, workers, athletes, media organizations or volunteers participating in the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
Importing commercial goods into Canada
Register for the Canada Border Services Agency’s Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system
To import commercial goods for your business’s use or sale, get a Canada Revenue Agency business number and register for the CARM.
Import goods on a Temporary Admission Permit
Submit a Temporary Admission Permit in the CARM Client Portal. If taxes (partial or full) are owing, you’ll also need to submit a Commercial Accounting Document.
Import goods on a Temporary Admission (A.T.A.) Carnet
If applicable, use an A.T.A. Carnet to temporarily import goods.
List of countries with A.T.A. Carnets
Check whether your country offers A.T.A. Carnets as a way to import goods into another country temporarily duty and tax-free.
Benefit from the FIFA Men’s World Cup 2026 Remission Order
Find out how to relieve customs duties and taxes on goods imported for exclusive use in connection with the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
Partner resources
Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce
Empower your business through the Rainbow Registered Accreditation Program for 2SLGBTQI+ Friendly Spaces to attract 2SLGBTQI+ travellers.
Tourism HR Canada
Take advantage of employer resources to ensure your team is ready to welcome visitors from across the globe.
Tourism Industry Association of Canada
Differentiate your business—Take the free self-assessment and learn more about the READI™ designation and National Directory.
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