Vancouver is about to have its biggest year. The eyes of the world will be here — not metaphorically, but literally, repeatedly, for weeks. And for the creators, brands, and cultural organisations based in or connected to this city, that's worth thinking about carefully.
"Vancouver has always been a global city. In 2026, the world will finally be paying attention."
What makes Vancouver different
Other host cities are global in the sense that international visitors will arrive. Vancouver is global in a more fundamental sense: it already is one of the most culturally diverse cities on earth. Its Chinese Canadian community is one of the largest and most established outside of Asia. Its creator community spans languages, cultures, and platforms in ways that few cities can match.
This means that the opportunity in Vancouver isn't just about reaching international visitors. It's about activating a local community that is already — and has long been — connected to the world.
The creative opportunity
For creators, 2026 is a chance to build international audiences while staying home. The world is coming to you. The content you produce this year — about your city, your community, your perspective — has the potential to reach audiences it never could have otherwise.
For brands, it's a chance to connect with multicultural audiences in a context that's already primed for cultural exchange. The brands that show up thoughtfully — not just visibly — will build relationships that outlast the event itself.
For Funway Media
This is exactly the kind of moment we were built for. We are a Vancouver-based creative platform that works across cultures and communities. We have the creators, the cultural fluency, and the media infrastructure to help our partners make the most of this extraordinary window.
If you're thinking about 2026 and what it means for your brand or creative project — we'd love to talk.