‘Our culture being represented’: Tsleil-Waututh and Squamish Nations gear up for FIFA World Cup – Vancouver Is Awesome
June 08, 2026
Days before the first kickoff in Vancouver, the Tsleil-Waututh and Squamish Nations share what they’ve been planning and designing for FIFA. Leaders say event involvement has been a step towards international reconciliation
It’s hard for Chris Overes not to get excited about soccer.
He practically grew up on the soccer field, starting to play in Lynn Valley at age five and continuing on through high school.
“Soccer was what one could afford over hockey, and I’m glad I did because I loved it,” he said.
