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Vancouver: Vancouver's Downtown Eastside rebranded as 'Hastings Crossing' for World Cup ... | June 11
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Vancouver News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire by The Local Wire
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Vancouver's Downtown Eastside is rebranded as "Hastings Crossing" for the FIFA 2026 World Cup, sparking debate over cultural representation and tourist perception. Hotel bookings are up as the city prepares for the event, but residents remain divided over the impact on traffic and local life.