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How to Watch NASCAR in Canada (2026)

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NASCAR has a steady Canadian audience and, unusually for an American series, its own domestic championship here. TSN carries NASCAR coverage in Canada, and the NASCAR Canada Series runs fourteen races across four provinces in 2026 — including a return of the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy to the calendar. Here is how to follow both.

Key takeaways

  • TSN carries NASCAR in Canada.
  • The NASCAR Canada Series runs 14 races across four provinces in 2026.
  • The Cup Series season runs February through November.
  • The Daytona 500 opens the season and is the sport's biggest race.
  • Races are on North American time, mostly Sunday afternoon Eastern.

The NASCAR Season

Phase Timing Notes
Daytona 500 February Season opener and the biggest race of the year
Regular season February to August 26 races
Playoffs September to November 16 drivers, elimination rounds
Championship race November Four drivers, winner takes the title

The playoff format is worth understanding before you watch: the field is cut in stages across the final ten races, and the championship comes down to whichever of the four remaining drivers finishes highest in the final race. It produces a decisive finish rather than a points procession.

The NASCAR Canada Series

This is the part most people do not know exists. The NASCAR Canada Series is the domestic championship, and the 2026 calendar features fourteen races across four provinces. It races on Canadian ovals and road courses, with Canadian drivers, and it is the entry point into NASCAR for Canadian competitors.

  • Fourteen races across the 2026 season.
  • Four provinces on the calendar.
  • The Ontario Honda Dealers Indy returned to the schedule for 2026.
  • Mixed circuits — short ovals and road courses.

Race Times in Canada

NASCAR is one of the easiest international series to follow from Canada, because it runs entirely on North American time:

  • Sunday afternoon: the standard slot, typically 2:00–3:00 p.m. Eastern.
  • Saturday night races: several on the calendar, usually 7:00–7:30 p.m. Eastern.
  • Daytona 500: Sunday afternoon in February, roughly 2:30 p.m. Eastern.
  • West-coast rounds: later, at around 6:00 p.m. Eastern.

Options

  • TSN Direct: approximately $19.99 CAD per month for all five TSN feeds.
  • TiviLeaf IPTV: includes TSN, TSN2–5 and RDS from $9 CAD per month, covering NASCAR alongside IndyCar and Formula 1. Plans and pricing are listed at tivileaf.com/#pricing.

Best Devices for Watching

  • Amazon Firestick / Fire TV: the most common streaming stick in Canadian homes. See the Fire TV setup guide.
  • Samsung and LG smart TVs: app support built in, no extra box needed. See the Samsung guide or the LG guide.
  • Apple TV: the smoothest option for 4K streams. See the Apple TV guide.
  • Android TV, Google TV and NVIDIA Shield: including budget boxes like the Walmart onn. See the Google TV guide.
  • iPhone, iPad and Android phones: for watching on the move or on a second screen.

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FAQ

What channel is NASCAR on in Canada?

TSN carries NASCAR coverage in Canada across its TSN1 to TSN5 feeds.

Is there a Canadian NASCAR series?

Yes. The NASCAR Canada Series is the domestic championship, running 14 races across four provinces in 2026 on Canadian ovals and road courses. It is the main pathway into NASCAR for Canadian drivers.

What time do NASCAR races start in Canada?

Most Cup Series races start between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. Eastern on Sundays. Saturday night races start around 7:00 p.m. Eastern, and west-coast rounds at roughly 6:00 p.m. Eastern.

When is the Daytona 500?

The Daytona 500 opens the NASCAR season in February, running Sunday afternoon at roughly 2:30 p.m. Eastern. It is the biggest race on the calendar.