Toronto's BMO Field is transforming with gargantuan scaffold and new seats
Toronto is gearing up to host six FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, and BMO Field is undergoing a major $146 million facelift ahead of its appearance in front of billions of viewers worldwide.
BMO Field, which will temporarily take on the name 'Toronto Stadium' due to FIFA branding regulations, is being expanded with an additional 17,756 seats, increasing the stadium's capacity to 45,736 seats.
The addition includes 10,000 temporary seats added at the north grandstand and 7,000 temporary seats added to the south grandstand, the latter supported by a massive scaffold similar to the method used for the temporary Rogers Stadium at Downsview Park.
Other upgrades include new broadcast infrastructure, four new LED videoboards, and other stadium improvements like new lighting, self-serve kiosks, and enhanced Wi-Fi connectivity.
Fareen Karim
