April 8, 2026 by Hayley Levine

This June, Vancouver is one of two Canadian cities hosting FIFA World Cup games, the first time Men's matches have been played there. But the World Cup has visited the city before - the 2015 Women's World Cup final between the United States and Japan. The first match of 2026 kicks off at BC Place on June 14^th and the seven matches hosted at BC Place will shine a light on the city like never before.

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With its location along the Pacific Rim, Vancouver has one of Canada’s largest and diversified ports. The city also has a rich history of supporting the entertainment history, hosting over 100 movie and TV productions annually. Companies like Lululemon, Telus, Hootsuite and Artizia all call Vancouver home.

Vancouver has also seen a growth in the tech sector, adding 125,000 high-tech jobs since 2021, representing almost 10% of all employment in the region. Companies like Microsoft, Electronic Arts and Intel have expanded their operations and set roots in Western Canada.

Cogent has supported Vancouver-based businesses since 2012, starting with dedicated internet access in major downtown office buildings. Over the past 14 years, that presence has expanded, with IP Transit available in eight Carrier-Neutral Data Centers and Optical Wavelengths available in six of those facilities.

From Vancouver, you can connect to Seattle, Kamloops and beyond, on either a traditional IP Transit route, or on an Optical Wavelength. No matter where you want to go, Cogent can get you there.

Whether you’re supporting your nation on the pitch or on TV, taking pictures with your friends and family, or airing out your frustrations and celebrations on social media, Cogent is probably carrying that traffic.

About the Author:
Hayley Levine is a Communications Specialist that works with technically-versed and business-minded individuals who support our global customer base. She highlights how Cogent’s set of products and services can address customer challenges from her involvement in customer conversations.