Canadian Grand Prix

The Canadian Grand Prix is an annual Formula One race held in Canada since 1961. The race has been part of the Formula One World Championship since 1967. As of 1978 the race has been held at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.

The 2005 Canadian Grand Prix was the most watched Formula One GP in the world. The race was also the third most watched sporting event worldwide, behind the first place Super Bowl XXXIX and the UEFA Champions League Final.

The Canadian Grand Prix was not included in the 2009 Formula 1 calendar. On 27 November 2009 it was reported the race could return in 2010 and the 2010 edition then took place on June 13. British driver Jenson Button won the most recent Canadian Grand Prix in 2011.