FIFA 2026: Is Your Building Ready for Increased Foot Traffic and Public Activity?

‍Vancouver is welcoming the world.

With FIFA World Cup 2026 on the horizon, hundreds of thousands of visitors are expected to move through the Lower Mainland. While much of the attention will focus on stadiums, fan zones, hotels, and transit hubs, commercial properties throughout the region will also feel the impact.

For propertymanagers, building operators, and facility teams, now is the time to prepare.Increased activity often brings increased demands on building operations,safety procedures, and tenant services.

Majorinternational events can change how people move through a city. Sidewalksbecome busier, public spaces become more active, and entrances, parking areas,loading zones, and common spaces may experience higher volumes of people thanusual.

Evenbuildings not directly connected to FIFA events may encounter:

• Increased pedestrian traffic     around entrances
• Greater use of outdoor plazas and     common areas
• More after-hours activity
• Increased visitor inquiries and     wayfinding requests
• Additional pressure on building     operations and security teams

SafetyStarts with Preparation

When it comesto life safety, preparation is everything.

Reviewingprocedures, confirming responsibilities, and updating emergency plans today canhelp ensure your building is ready to support tenants, visitors, and staff whenactivity levels increase.

As youprepare your property, consider the following:

• Are exits clearly identified,     illuminated, and free from obstructions?
• Could increased pedestrian     traffic impact emergency egress routes or assembly areas?
• Are fire lanes, loading zones,     and emergency vehicle access points being kept clear?
• Are emergency contact lists, fire     safety plans, and building emergency procedures current and accessible?
• Have tenant fire wardens and     building staff reviewed their roles and responsibilities?
• Is exterior lighting sufficient     to support safe evacuation and emergency response after dark?
• Are gathering areas creating     visibility concerns for building staff, security personnel, or first     responders?

Propertymanagers should also verify that fire monitoring contacts, call lists, andemergency contacts are up to date. Accurate information helps ensure alarmsignals, trouble conditions, and emergency notifications reach the right peoplewithout delay.

After-hoursemergency response procedures should also be reviewed with monitoring providersand building teams to help reduce confusion during an incident.

Don'tOverlook Elevator Safety

Increasedoccupancy can place additional demands on elevator systems.

Buildingteams should confirm that elevator emergency communication systems arefunctioning properly, monitored 24/7, and capable of connecting trappedoccupants with a live operator. Immediate communication can help coordinate aresponse, reduce occupant distress, and ensure assistance is dispatchedpromptly.

PrepareYour Team with a FIFA 2026 Safety Lunch & Learn

Major eventsare an excellent opportunity to strengthen preparedness and ensure buildingteams understand their responsibilities before activity levels increase.

To helpproperty managers prepare, Radius Fire is offering complimentary Lunch &Learn sessions focused on fire and life safety considerations during periods ofincreased occupancy and public activity.

Topics mayinclude:

• Fire safety responsibilities
• Emergency response and evacuation     planning
• Fire monitoring best practices
• Emergency access and fire lane     requirements
• Elevator emergency communication     systems
• Fire warden preparedness
• Life safety considerations during     major public events

Each sessionis tailored to your building, portfolio, or organization's needs and providespractical guidance that teams can apply immediately.

Partneringwith Property Managers Before FIFA 2026

FIFA 2026represents an exciting moment for Vancouver. It also serves as a reminder thatpreparation, communication, and education play an important role in protectingpeople and property.

The buildingsthat navigate increased activity most successfully will be those that prepareearly, review their procedures, and ensure their teams are ready when itmatters most.

Radius Firehas helped property managers protect occupants and maintain compliance fordecades. Through proactive planning and education, we can help your teamprepare for the increased demands that major events may bring.

ContactRadius Fire today to schedule a complimentary Lunch & Learn and help ensureyour building is ready for FIFA 2026 and beyond.

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