Toronto Secures WNBA's First International Franchise

The new team, set to begin play in 2026, aims to unite Canada with games in multiple cities.

Overview

Larry Tanenbaum's Kilmer Sports Ventures paid $115 million for the franchise.
The team will play home games at Coca-Cola Coliseum and select games in Vancouver and Montreal.
A public contest will be held to choose the team's name and colors.
Teresa Resch, former Raptors executive, named team president.
The WNBA plans to expand to 16 teams by 2028.