About Scotia Sideways
A dedicated platform for drifting in Atlantic Canada
Scotia Sideways is a drift-focused motorsport weekend at Scotia Speedworld in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Built around competitive drifting, the event brings together drivers from across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada for a high-energy, grassroots motorsport experience.
The Event
Built to give drifting a true home at Scotia Speedworld
Designed specifically to give drifting a dedicated platform at one of the province’s premier racing venues, Scotia Sideways focuses on structured competition, strong safety standards, and an engaging spectator atmosphere.
The event is built around the kind of experience that supports drivers and teams while also creating something exciting and accessible for fans. It is meant to showcase drifting as a serious and organized motorsport discipline while still holding onto the energy that makes grassroots events special.
Scotia Sideways is about growing drift culture in Atlantic Canada responsibly, sustainably, and with the community at its core.
Core Focus
What Scotia Sideways Stands For
A strong foundation for drift culture in the region
Competition
Scotia Sideways is designed to give drifting a dedicated and structured platform, with competition at the center of the event weekend.
Safety
The event emphasizes strong safety standards, responsible operations, and a format built to support drivers, teams, and spectators.
Community
It brings together drivers, organizers, supporters, and fans from across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada to help grow drift culture the right way.
Organizing Team & Collaboration
Built with experienced grassroots motorsport support
The event is delivered by its organizing team, with the experience and support of Island Speed & Style and collaboration from No Legacies, NSCS and Maritime Bash. Together, those connections bring proven grassroots motorsport knowledge and strong regional community ties to Scotia Sideways.
Scotia Sideways
Help support the future of drifting in Atlantic Canada
Whether you want to support the event, volunteer, participate through media, or connect with the organizing team, Scotia Sideways is building something with long-term community value at its center.