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Alanis Morissette to sing Canada anthem at World Cup opening ceremony

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Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Alanis Morissette to sing Canada anthem at World Cup opening ceremony

Summary

Alanis Morissette will perform the Canadian national anthem before Canada plays Bosnia and Herzegovina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The ceremony is set for Friday at BMO Field in Toronto, starting at 1:30 p.m. ET, 90 minutes before kickoff. This World Cup marks a significant collaboration among North American hosts, with events planned in multiple locations. Morissette joins a lineup of notable performers, including Alejandro Fernández for Mexico and Dan + Shay for the U.S. match against Paraguay.

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By the Numbers

•Alanis Morissette will sing 'O Canada' at BMO Field.
•The opening ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m. ET on Friday.
•Canada faces Bosnia and Herzegovina in group stage play.
•Alejandro Fernández performed for Mexico's opening match.
•Dan + Shay are set to sing for the U.S. match.

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North America hosts a trio of opening ceremonies for the FIFA World Cup. Here's who will perform the national anthem at Canada's festivities.
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