Canadian Grand Prix cancelled for 2nd year

For the second consecutive year, public health concerns are forcing the cancellation of the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, according to Radio-Canada sources.

The news was first reported by the magazine Pole Position and La Presse.

The formal announcement is expected later this morning during a news conference featuring Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante, federal and provincial officials, as well as the race’s promoter.

This year’s race was scheduled for June 13.

As recently as two weeks ago, there was a disagreement between local