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Ontario Bans Ticket Scalping Ahead of World Cup

3/21/2026

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In response to public outcry over scalping and high ticket costs, Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced plans to ban resale of tickets above their original all-in price.
The changes to the Ticket Sales Act would apply to concerts, sports, and cultural events.
Violations would carry penalties of up to $10,000.
The move comes ahead of the FIFA World Cup in Toronto amid criticism of ticketing practices by Ticketmaster.
The changes would strengthen protections against fake tickets.

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In response to public outcry over scalping and high ticket costs, Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced plans to ban resale of tickets above their original all-in price.
The changes to the Ticket Sales Act would apply to concerts, sports, and cultural events.
Violations would carry penalties of up to $10,000.
The move comes ahead of the FIFA World Cup in Toronto amid criticism of ticketing practices by Ticketmaster.
The changes would strengthen protections against fake tickets.