As Canada prepares to host the World Cup, a federal intelligence agency warns that large international sporting events can increase the risk of human trafficking and exploitation. The agency says that vulnerable people may be targeted during periods of heightened travel and heightened demand associated with major events. It points to the broader pattern that trafficking risks can rise around high-visibility gatherings, where traffickers may take advantage of mobility, disruptions, and the increased presence of visitors. The warning is issued through Canada’s financial intelligence structures, reflecting the agency’s role in monitoring threats connected to financial activity. The agency’s message focuses on the potential exploitation of people who may be less able to protect themselves, including those who are already vulnerable. While the sources do not cite specific confirmed incidents tied to the World Cup, they frame the upcoming tournament as a time when authorities and relevant stakeholders should remain alert and consider preventive measures.