Neighbours of South Vancouver park frustrated by FIFA 26 secrecy

World Cup training pitch means fallen trees, restricted access at historic park known for Remembrance Day ceremonies

Nov 11, 2024

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Neighbours of a park dedicated 98 years ago to soldiers who sacrificed their lives in World War I worry about its future after the 2024 Remembrance Day ceremony.

That is because the heart of Memorial South Park is scheduled to close from January 2025 until fall 2026 so that the natural grass cricket oval can be transformed into a temporary training pitch…

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