Premier David Eby takes a shot on net at one of the interactive centres on the grounds of the legislature during the FIFA World Cup 2026 countdown celebration event in Victoria, B.C., on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chad Hipolito
Premier David Eby takes a shot on net at one of the interactive centres on the grounds of the legislature during the FIFA World Cup 2026 countdown celebration event in Victoria, B.C., on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chad Hipolito
VANCOUVER - B.C. Premier David Eby said talks with Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber on the Vancouver Whitecaps' future were "constructive," as relocation concerns grow.
Garber is in Vancouver for FIFA Congress events and met with Eby on Wednesday, following reports that the league has discussed relocating the club, with Las Vegas a leading option.
Eby released a video Wednesday night saying the province is "at the table fighting hard" to keep the team in Vancouver, calling its loss "not an option."
Hours later, a now-deleted post from Garber’s X account replied: "Liar liar pants on fire."
A league spokesperson later said the commissioner's account was hacked.
The province has offered financial concessions tied to BC Place Stadium, but has ruled out buying the team.
This report by ºÃÉ«tvwas first published April 30, 2026.
