A source close to OSFNA said preparation is underway to make the event enjoyable and memorable for the teams as well as for their fans. The source who did not want to be identified said a number of cultural activities have been planned in addition to the sport events.

Unrelated to the soccer tournament, one important event that will be held in Toronto later this month is the annual conference of Oromo Studies Association (OSA). The two day conference will bring together Oromo scholars from around the world to discuss a variety of issues relating to the Oromo people as well as other peoples in the Horn of Africa. Scholars from Somalia, Sidama, Ogadenia, Afar, Eritrea, Europe and North America are also expected to attend and make presentations.

Furthermore, all Oromo political organizations have been invited for the conference and they are expected to attend and make public presentations on the state of their respective organizations and the Oromo people's struggle for self-determination.