What to know
- Significant road closures and traffic restrictions begin Saturday morning, ahead of the Canada vs. Morocco match at 1 p.m.
- Some areas, like the Fort York neighbourhood, will be restricted to local access only from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Fleet Street between Fort York Blvd and Strachan Ave will remain fully closed through July 31 for transit improvements.
- The City of Toronto and the Getting Around FIFA website will provide live updates on closures and access changes throughout the day.
Whether you’re heading to FIFA Fan Fest on Saturday or trying to navigate your travels in the midst of the World Cup event, here are the road closures you need to know.
Canada has reached the Round of 16 for the first time ever, a historic achievement for the country. Now, they’re set to play against Morocco at 1 p.m., but road closures and traffic restrictions are in effect starting Saturday morning.
At a glance
Fan Festival opens: 11:30 a.m.
Canada vs. Morocco: 1 p.m.
Local access restrictions begin: 10:30 a.m.
Main impacted area: Fort York & The Bentway
| Closure / Restriction | Time | Location | What you need to know |
| Local access only – Fort York neighbourhood | 10:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Between Bathurst Street and Strachan Avenue, and Fleet Street to Fort York Boulevard | Access is restricted to residents, businesses and authorized vehicles. |
| Road closure – Fleet Street | May 18 – July 31 | Fleet Street between Fort York Boulevard and Strachan Avenue | Road remains fully closed for temporary transit infrastructure improvements related to the FIFA World Cup. |
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FIFA Fan Fest is starting at 11:30 a.m. today and is set to conclude at 8:30 p.m.
The City of Toronto has road closures in effect starting one hour before doors open.
Getting Around FIFA Live Updates
The Getting Around FIFA website has provided live updates on closures for FIFA Fan Fest on Saturday.
Local access only – Fort York neighbourhood 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Local access for residents and businesses in the Fort York neighbourhood between Bathurst Street and Strachan Avenue, and Fleet Street to Fort York Boulevard.
Road closure – Fleet St, May 18-July 31
The road is fully closed between Fort York Blvd and Strachan Ave until July 31 to facilitate the construction and operation of temporary transit infrastructure improvements during the FIFA World Cup.
With thousands of supporters expected to gather for Canada’s historic Round of 16 appearance, the City is encouraging anyone travelling downtown to allow extra time and monitor live traffic updates throughout the day.
Drivers can check the Getting Around FIFA website for real-time updates on road closures, traffic conditions and access changes.
Saturday marks Canada’s first-ever appearance in the men’s FIFA World Cup Round of 16, with supporters expected to pack FIFA Fan Festival throughout the afternoon. While Toronto Stadium has already hosted its final tournament match, Fort York has become the city’s main gathering place for fans hoping to watch Canada’s historic run continue.
