John Cannon was the first Canadian ever to win a Can-Am race. In a three-year-old car, John lapped the entire field in the rain at Laguna Seca in 1968…
The Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame (CMHF) exists to honour and recognize the efforts, achievements and contributions that Canadians have made to the world of motorsports. The CMHF was officially founded in 1993 and began inducting honourable members in that year. Including the ‘Class of 2023’ inductees, the Hall of Fame will have inducted and celebrated 290 individuals, companies and organizations. All have earned the privilege of being enshrined in the Hall. Categories for induction include: Competitors, Motorsport Builders, Team Members, Significant Contributors and the Media.
The Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame has inducted more than 275 individuals and organizations since 1993. These hounourable members have been recognized for their accomplishments and contributions to Canadian motorsports.
The long-term preservation of Canadian motorsports is best ensured by the Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame celebrating, recognizing and honouring those who have made significant contributions to our sport...
The CMHF presents the JMF Motorsports Rising Star Award to an up-and-coming Canadian racer who is marketable, and has demonstrated winning talents and a strong desire for a career in motorsport.