Maple Ridge, B.C., June 30, 2026 – The City of Maple Ridge is inviting residents to come together to cheer on Team Canada after the national team secured a place in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup with a dramatic 93rd-minute victory over South Africa.
To celebrate Canada’s advancement, the City has added an additional community watch party at Memorial Peace Park, where fans can watch Canada take on Morocco live on the giant screen.
The free event takes place on Saturday, July 4, beginning at 10 a.m. at Memorial Peace Park.
Residents are encouraged to wear red and white, bring their family and friends, and enjoy the match in the heart of the community. Food trucks will be on site, and visitors can also support local businesses and vendors at the Maple Ridge Farmers Market while enjoying the festivities.
The July 4 watch party expands the City’s lineup of free FIFA World Cup viewing events designed to bring the community together through sport.
Upcoming viewing parties:
- Wednesday, July 1 (Canada Day) – 1:00 and 5:00 p.m. games, The ACT Arts Centre
- Tuesday, July 14 (semi-final) Starts at 12:00 p.m., Memorial Peace Park
- Wednesday, July 15 (semi-final)– Starts at 12:00 p.m., The ACT Arts Centre
- Sunday, July 19 (final) Starts at 12:00 p.m., Memorial Peace Park
Residents and visitors are also encouraged to take part in the Game On Passport, an interactive promotion that rewards participants for exploring local businesses and attractions until July 31. By scanning QR codes at participating locations, participants can earn entries for weekly prizes and a grand prize while supporting the local economy.
The Game On viewing parties are made possible in part through $80,000 in funding from the Province of British Columbia’s BC 2026 Community Event Support Fund, administered by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport.
For full details, visit MapleRidge.ca/GameOn