Drivers Holiday Challenge

The Raceway at Western Fair District will once again celebrate the season of giving with its sixth annual Drivers’ Holiday Challenge, taking place on Tuesday, Dec. 9 from 5pm-10pm. 

This year’s edition introduces a new twist, as teams of two drivers representing regions across Canada will go head-to-head for national holiday bragging rights — all in support of Toys for Tots.

There will be four regional teams vying for top honours in the friendly competition, as listed below.

Western Canada: Phil Hudon & Daryl Thiessen

Ontario: Garrett Rooney & Lorne House

Maritimes: Austin Sorrie & Paul MacKenzie

Quebec: Louis-Philippe Roy & Samuel Fillion

Drivers will accumulate points throughout the evening’s races, with the regional team earning the highest combined total taking the title of 2025 Holiday Challenge Champions.

Those wishing to make a cash donation can e-transfer funds directly to mcnivenk [at] gmail.com (mcnivenk[at]gmail[dot]com). All those who make a cash donation prior to Nov. 28 will be entered for a chance to win a dining package for two at the Top of the Fair the night of the event. All donations are also entered for a chance to win a gift certificate to Britt’s Custom Creations, Mare Flare Equestrian and The Keg (donated by Twinbrook Farms).

Toy donations can also be dropped off in person to Kelly McNiven or at any of the following locations: Wilson’s Tack Shop at The Raceway, Mare Flare at Flamboro Downs, Wilson’s Tack retail location in London, Ont., or Western Fair District (Top of the Fair, The Market, The Sports Centre).