The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) announced that Saskatchewan International Raceway (SIR) has reached a multi-year agreement with the drag race sanctioning body.

The track, located on 77 acres outside of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, first opened in 1966 and is said to be the oldest track in Western Canada.

Initially built by the Howard Family and managed by Les Howard, the track has been home to Hall of fame racers and National Champions throughout the years.
 
In 1986, the Saskatchewan Drag Racing Association (SDRA) became the new track owners and changed the name from Southwinds Dragway to Saskatchewan International Raceway. 

The SDRA is made up of approximately 250 members which makes it a club-owned track. During the racing season, SIR features over 30 events each year averaging nearly 165 cars at each event.
 
In 2016, the track was resurfaced from the 480 feet concrete launch pad to the end of the shutdown area and the return road. At the same time, the seating capacity was increased to hold 5,000 fans.

The next items on the list for improvements are said to be upgraded concession areas and washrooms.