Master Winter Driving in a Safe and Controlled Environment
Our Winter Driving School welcomes drivers of all experience levels to build confidence and skill behind the wheel. Through multiple classroom sessions followed by hands-on exercises in your own vehicle, you'll discover the real-world benefits of improved car control and better understand the limitations of your vehicle in a low-friction environment.
You will practice a variety of car control and emergency techniques to gain better control and confidence in your ability to take on Canada's winter driving conditions.
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Season runs from January to March.
Public days are held every Saturday, rotating between the locations. (Weather permitting)
Shannonville Motorsport Park
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Saturday, January 9, 2027
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Saturday, January 30, 2027
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Saturday, February 20, 2027
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Saturday, March 6, 2027
Ottawa
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Saturday, January 16, 2027
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Saturday, January 23, 2027
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Saturday, February 6, 2027
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Saturday, February 13, 2027
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Saturday, February 27, 2027
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Saturday, March 13, 2027
Full-Day and
1/2 Day
Options
GROUPS
If you have a group of 10 or more and would like to explore a private day for your group. Please e-mail (info@gtrace.ca) or call us at (613)-985-7223 to arrange.
What's the DIFFERENCE between the LOCATIONS?
Shannonville Motorsport Park
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Events are run on a skidpad. The paved surface allows us to create a low-friction environment regardless of the weather.
Ottawa
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Events are run on a purpose-built winter track in a field. This is a large ice and snow surface, allowing more room to practice. This facility is weather-dependent.
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What You'll Learn:
You'll master essential winter driving skills including accident avoidance, emergency lane changes, controlling a sliding vehicle, and navigating half-plowed roads—along with other critical techniques for Canadian winter conditions.
Expert Instruction Covers:
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Vehicle Control: Proper driver positioning for maximum control and mirror adjustment for optimal visibility
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Situational Awareness: Vision training to enhance your traffic awareness and anticipation skills
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Vehicle Systems: Understanding modern safety features like ABS braking systems, plus expert tire recommendations and winter maintenance essentials
Your Outcome:
You'll leave with greater confidence, sharper skills, and a complete understanding of what both you and your vehicle are truly capable of in winter driving conditions.
Event Days Schedule:
This is a full-day course, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. Your day will be a mix of classroom theory with real-life practice in your car on our track.
8:30 - 8:45 a.m. - Introductions/ Registration
8:45 - 9:15 a.m. - Classroom theory session #1
9:20 - 11:55 a.m. - Driving Exercises
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. - Lunch
1:00 - 1:15 p.m. - Classroom theory session #2
1:15 - 3:30 p.m. - Driving Exercises
3:30 - 4:00 p.m. - Debriefing