
Canadian Family Grows World Cup‑Ready Grass for BC Place
A Canadian family’s meticulous work transforms a modest sod farm into the source of a World Cup‑ready pitch at BC Place, blending climate‑specific engineering with global standards.
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A Canadian family’s meticulous work transforms a modest sod farm into the source of a World Cup‑ready pitch at BC Place, blending climate‑specific engineering with global standards.

Canada's national side delivered a dominant 6‑0 victory against Qatar in the World Cup, a result overshadowed only by the leg break suffered by midfielder Ismaël Koné. The match showcased unprecedented camaraderie, from a pre‑game walk in Stanley Park to a rally for the injured teammate, and culminated in a visit from Prime Minister Mark Carney.

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