WNBA Makes Canadian History in Vancouver

By Elke Porter | WBN News World Sports | July 24, 2025
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Basketball fans across Canada are preparing for a groundbreaking moment in women's sports history. On Friday, August 15, at 7:00 PM, Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC, will host the WNBA Canada Game presented by Tangerine, marking the first WNBA regular-season game ever played in Canada.

The historic matchup will feature the Atlanta Dream taking on the Seattle Storm, bringing elite women's basketball to Canadian soil for the third installment of the WNBA Canada Game series. Previous editions were preseason contests held in Toronto and Edmonton, but this Vancouver game represents a significant milestone as the league's first international regular-season contest.

For the Seattle Storm, playing in Vancouver offers a unique advantage given their Pacific Northwest location. The Storm are the 2020 WNBA Champions and have four titles across franchise history, making them a formidable opponent for the Atlanta Dream. The proximity to their home market means Storm fans can easily cross the border to support their team in what will essentially feel like a home game.

This event continues Tangerine's commitment to supporting women's basketball in Canada, building on the success of previous WNBA Canada Games that have drawn enthusiastic crowds and helped grow the sport's profile north of the border. The partnership demonstrates the bank's dedication to promoting women's athletics and providing Canadian fans access to world-class basketball.

Rogers Arena, home to the Vancouver Canucks, will transform into a basketball venue for the evening, offering fans an intimate setting to witness WNBA stars in action. The game represents more than just entertainment – it's a celebration of women's professional sports and an opportunity to inspire the next generation of Canadian basketball players.

With the WNBA continuing to expand its global reach and influence, this Vancouver game signals the league's recognition of Canada's passionate basketball fanbase. The event promises to be a memorable evening that could pave the way for more international WNBA games in the future, further cementing the league's position as a premier destination for elite women's basketball talent.

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