The B.C. Lions will play two games in Kelowna and hold a pre-season contest in Langford, B.C., next year as the FIFA World Cup takes over the team’s home stadium.

Lions president Duane Vienneau made the announcement on the field during the second quarter of the team’s matchup against the Toronto Argonauts at B.C. Place on Friday, saying playing games outside of B.C. “just didn’t feel right.”

“The World Cup is a once-in-a-lifetime event for Vancouver. Looking at all options, Touchdown Kelowna is the perfect fit,” Vienneau said in a release. “The Okanagan is home to a very passionate segment of the Lions fan base, which makes us thrilled for the opportunity to bring two games to the region.”

Dates and opponents for all three matchups will be unveiled when the 2026 CFL schedule is released

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