CANADIAN GP SHIFTS TO MAY FOR SUSTAINABILITY

Formula One’s Canadian Grand Prix will move from June to May starting in 2026, aligning with the sport’s efforts to reduce its carbon footprint and streamline the race calendar.  

The rescheduling, announced Monday, eliminates an extra transatlantic crossing in the current 24-race lineup. Traditionally held in June, the Canadian GP will now be paired with Miami’s race, which takes place earlier in the season.  

This change is part of Formula One’s broader strategy to group races by region, minimizing travel distances for teams and equipment, a key contributor to carbon emissions.  

The Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, which hosted this year’s race on June 9, will see its earliest start since 1991. The decision does come with some trade-offs: May temperatures in Montreal are significantly cooler than in June, which could impact fan and team experiences.  

Stefano Domenicali, Formula One’s CEO, expressed gratitude to Canadian stakeholders for supporting the move. “The calendar change enhances sustainability and eases logistics for our teams and personnel. It’s another step toward our Net Zero by 2030 goal,” he said.  

Jean-Philippe Paradis, CEO of Octane Racing Group, the event promoter, called the shift a commitment to sustainability and an opportunity to extend Montreal’s summer season.  

Meanwhile, other races, including the Monaco Grand Prix, are adjusting dates to further align with this eco-friendly calendar redesign.