Canadian Drag Racing celebrates and adds new membership at 8th annual gala….

On Nov 9th, Canadian Drag Racing Hall of Fame (CDRHF) celebrated the remarkable contributions of 15 new inductees who have been recognized by their peers as legends in the world of competitive drag racing.

The induction ceremony, held at Lamborghini Montreal—owned by John Scotti—welcomed nearly 300 attendees. The evening was a memorable event, featuring live entertainment, a four-course meal with Italian influence, and the induction of these esteemed individuals into the Hall of Fame.

“As in previous years, each of the inductees has made an invaluable contribution to the sport of drag racing. Their lasting influence continues to shape the sport, and it is a great honor to celebrate their accomplishments,” says John Scotti, founder of the Canadian Drag Racing Hall of Fame. “We are privileged to welcome these new legends into the Hall of Fame and recognize their enduring impact on the sport.”

Attendees included a wide range of influential figures from the drag racing community—champions racers, crew chiefs, engine and chassis builders, mechanics, track owners, announcers, and media professionals from across Canada and the United States.

All new inductees received the custom-tailored CDRHF blue blazer and a custom designed CDRHF ring. Following tradition, each inductee signed the organization’s official CDRHF Book of Honour, adding their names alongside those of past inductees.

To be eligible for nomination, candidates must be Canadian or expatriates of Canada, with over 25 years of active participation at the top level of their field and significant contributions to the sport. In some categories, nominees must have set national records individually or as part of a team, with achievements recognized by organizations such as the National Hot Rod Association, International Hot Rod Association, or the Professional Drag Racing Association(PDRA). Inductees may also come from related fields, including photography and track operations.

2024 CDRHF Inductees

Vern Scholz
David Anthony
Raymond Commisso

Raymond Commisso

Wes Goddard

Wes Goddard
Gary Chomiski
Jeff Kempton

Jeff Kempton

Erik Tomas
Louis Gill

Louis Gill

Glenn Grow
Doug Lipps (Posthumous)
Pete Newman (Posthumous)
Dean “Buck” Kinney (Post Humous)

Buck Kinney

Camille Theroux (Post Humous)
Bob Carolli
Gille Labonte

DragRaceCanada File Photos & Courtesy of BC Drag Racing Hall Of Fame

For more information on the CDRHF please visit : HERE