Canada's Drag Race: Season 1
In the inaugural season of Canada's Drag Race, twelve of the fiercest drag queens in the land compete to become Canada's First Drag Superstar and win a one hundred thousand dollar grand prize. Throughout the competition, the contestants showcase their Canadian charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent. Each episode challenges the queens in various disciplines including singing, dancing, acting, impersonation, costume-m
Season 1 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Twelve fierce drag queens enter the competition to showcase their Canadian charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent.
- Competitors vie for the title of Canada's First Drag Superstar along with a one hundred thousand dollar grand prize.
- Queens face weekly challenges testing their skills in singing, dancing, acting, impersonation, costume-making, and improvisation.
- One competitor is eliminated each week while sharing personal struggles and successes that highlight their individuality.
Season overview
In the inaugural season of Canada's Drag Race, twelve of the fiercest drag queens in the land compete to become Canada's First Drag Superstar and win a one hundred thousand dollar grand prize. Throughout the competition, the contestants showcase their Canadian charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent. Each episode challenges the queens in various disciplines including singing, dancing, acting, impersonation, costume-making, and improvisation. As the competition progresses, one competitor is eliminated each week until only one remains. Along the way, the queens share their personal struggles and successes, highlighting their individuality in a high-stakes battle for the crown and the cash prize.
Episode Guide
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Eh-laganza Eh-xtravaganza
Jul 2, 2020 · 60 min
Twelve of Canada’s fiercest Queens sashay into the werkroom and size each other up as they compete for the crown. Guest: Elisha Cuthbert
Her-itage Moments
Jul 9, 2020 · 62 min
Queens divide into teams to overact their way through Canada’s drag her-story. Guest host: Jade Hassouné
Not Sorry Aboot It
Jul 16, 2020 · 63 min
Setting their trademark Canadian niceness aside, the Queens do battle in a song and dance diss track showdown. Guest host: Deborah Cox
Single Use Queens
Jul 23, 2020 · 61 min
The Queens turn trash into treasure in an eco-inspired design challenge. Guest host: BIDDELL
The Snatch Game
Jul 30, 2020 · 60 min
The iconic star-studded celebrity impersonation game show arrives in Canada. Guest host: Mary Walsh
Star Sixty-Nine
Aug 6, 2020 · 60 min
Queens must write and produce commercials for fictional drag queen law firms. Guest host: Tom Green
Miss Loose Jaw
Aug 13, 2020 · 60 min
The world of pageantry is celebrated through memorable improv with a small-town twist. Guest host: Allie X
Welcome to the Family
Aug 20, 2020 · 61 min
The Queens are paired up with Rainbow Railroad newcomers for a makeover challenge. Guest host: Amanda Brugel
The Snow Ball
Aug 27, 2020 · 62 min
It’s time to throw a ball and the Queens get frosty. Guest host: Michelle Visage
U Wear It Well
Sep 3, 2020 · 62 min
The final three Queens write, record, and perform an all-new remix of a RuPaul classic, and the winner of Canada’s Drag Race is crowned. This week’s guest host is TV personality Tr