Frequently Asked Questions

EVENTS

Q: How much does race admission cost?
A: Admission for most Ontario regional championship Ice Race and Solo events is free. Ticket availability for regional Race events can be found via the event listing on the Events page of this site.

Q: How do I become a race insider?
A: The teams at our events will gladly ask any questions you might have. Come out to one of the race events, and feel free to visit our paddock areas.

Officials are a major part of what we do. Check with the Canadian Race Communications' Association, the Canadian Timing Association, with Motorsport Marshalling Services, or with one of the race orgizing clubs listed on our Events page for news on the advantages of officiating at Ontario region motorsport events.

Q: How soon can we expect race results to be posted to casc.mylaps.com after each event?
A: Results are posted by volunteers at the Canadian Timing Association, and are often available within a week of each race event's conclusion, barring unusual circumstances.

RACING

Q: Can I race my 150-horsepower hot hatch, or do I have to have some kind of supercar to compete?
A: Any car that's prepared to the safety standards outlined in our Race Regulations (which can be found on the Rules and Bulletins page) can compete. The major requirements are a six-point roll cage, proper harnesses and apparel, and a number of other preparatory details.

Of course, we have a place for every car to race on the circuit. You can check the RaceOntario page for a current list of cars competing in the various regional championships. As a gauge, the slowest cars currently in regional competition would probably be good for a 17-second quarter mile time. If your car is any quicker than that, and you're driving it with well-developed techniques taught at schools like HRC, MCO, and the Bridgestone Racing Academy, then you're probably competitive with somebody in the field.

LICENCING

Q: Do I need to go to a racing school to get a licence?
A: Anybody can try out a SoloII autoslalom without any prior competition experience or training.

To get onto Ontario's closed circuits, you can avoid the cost of a racing school by applying for a Regional 'C' licence, which qualifies you to enter Ice Race and Solo 1 time trial events.

If you intend to go racing with the rest of the regional field in the RaceOntario championships, you will need a regional race licence (grades Regional 'B' or Regional 'A'). These licences require a graduation certificate from a regionally or nationally accredited school (like HRC, MCO, or the Bridgestone Racing Academy)as a prerequisite. Alternatively, you could be considered for a regional licence if you have experience in club racing with organizations like the Porsche Club of America or BMW Car Club of Canada; or if you have combined experience in the regional ice racing championships and Solo1 regional time trial championships.

Q: Are there different types of licences?
A: Yes, and it's all very much like in the video games. The most basic regional licence is a Regional 'C', which qualifies you for regional ice racing competition as well as the Solo1 regional time trial championships. It basically tells the world that you're a better, smarter and faster driver than the average car nut, and it also puts you on the map with the world governing body of motorsport, the FIA.

The next step up is a Regional 'B', which is issued to novice racing drivers. After three events with the approval of the race Stewards, you may qualify for upgrade to a Regional 'A', placing you among the province's best drivers and allowing you to represent Ontario in regional races outside your own province.

After six races with a Regional 'A', you may qualify for a National-level licence, which is administered by CASC Ontario Region's parent organizaton, ASN Canada FIA. ASN also issue all international-level licences to racers residing in Canada, right up to (but not including) the FIA Superlicence.

Q: I had a licence a few years ago. Can I get it reinstated, or will I have to take another racing school?
A: If you haven't raced in Ontario for the past two seasons, submit a copy of your racing CV, any available standings or results, to the CASC Ontario Region office. From there, we'll submit it for the review of our Race Director, who will likely require you to complete a test day under his observation. In some cases, the Race Director may require applicants to take another race school if the listed experience is insufficient.

If approved, the usual licence renewal requirements (licence fee, medical, and online application) still apply.

Q: I have an SCCA competition licence. Is it equivalent to the CASC Ontario Region licence?
A: As a U.S. resident, you can present your SCCA competition licence for entry to CASC Ontario regional championship events. In order to be scored for regional championship points, however, you would need to be a member of a CASC Ontario affilated club.

Ontario residents require CASC Ontario Region licences for entry to Ontario regional championship events. SCCA-licenced Ontario residents can apply for CASC Ontario Region licences without having to take an additional competition driving course.

Q: Will my marque club, oval track, karting, motorcycle or snowmobile racing licence be accepted at your events?
A: No. However, you can submit your results to our office for Race Director's review. The process is very similar to that described above for licence reinstatement.

Q: Do I need to send in a printed licence application form if I've applied for a licence online?
A: No, the online system offers all the administrative features of the printed form.

Q: How do I register a car number for the regional race series'?
A: Online carnumber registration should be available in mid-season 2005. In the meantime, please be sure to phone, fax or e-mail notice of your current number's renewal before the 2005 season begins.

THE CASC ONTARIO REGION WEBSITE

Q: Is my casc.on.ca login information the same as my CASC Ontario Region forums handle?
A: No. Contact your club's membership director or the CASC Ontario Region office for help retreiving your login information.

Q: Can I link to you from my website?
A: Absolutely.

Q: Will you link to my website?
A: CASC Ontario Region links to series sponsors, region sponsors, and affiliates offering CASC Ontario Region registered affinity programs to our members. Contact our Vice-President for low-cost, highly targeted means to reach Ontario's motorsport community.