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The third season of Canada's Drag Race was officially announced on November 10, 2021 via Canada's Drag Race's social media. Casting opened the same day,[1] with deadline of December 5, 2021.[2]
The cast of Canada's Drag Race Season 3 was officially announced on June 15, 2022. The promo theme was Birds of a Feather.[3]
The winner of the third season of Canada's Drag Race was Gisèle Lullaby with Jada Shada Hudson placing as the runner-up and Vivian Vanderpuss winning Miss Congeniality.
Contestants
(Biographical information stated from during time of contest)
| Rank | Contestant | Photo | Age[4] | Location[4] | Ep. 1 | Ep. 2 | Ep. 3 | Ep. 4 | Ep. 5 | Ep. 6 | Ep. 7 | Ep. 8 | Ep. 9 |
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| Design | Stand Up |
Lip Sync |
Design | Snatch Game |
Advert | Rusical | Ball | Finale | |||||
| 1st (Winner) |
Gisèle Lullaby | 
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33 | Montréal, QC |
SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | WIN | WIN | LOW | BTM2 | HIGH | WINNER |
| 2nd (Runner-Up) |
Jada Shada Hudson | 
|
37 | Toronto, ON |
HIGH | BTM2 | WIN | BTM2 Mini Chall. Winner |
SAFE | HIGH Mini Chall. Winner |
LOW | HIGH | RUNNER UP |
| 3rd/4th | Kimmy Couture | 
|
25 | Ottawa, ON |
SAFE | WIN | HIGH | HIGH | BTM2 | SAFE | HIGH Mini Chall. Winner |
BTM2 | ELIM |
| Miss Fiercalicious | 
|
25 | Toronto, ON |
LOW | HIGH | BTM2 | SAFE | SAFE | WIN | HIGH | WIN | ELIM | |
| 5th (Miss Congeniality) |
Vivian Vanderpuss | 
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29 | Victoria, BC |
SAFE | SAFE | SAFE Mini Chall. Winner |
SAFE | HIGH | HIGH | WIN | ELIM | GUEST |
| 6th | Irma Gerd | 
|
32 | St. John's, NL |
SAFE | LOW | HIGH | LOW | HIGH | BTM2 | ELIM | GUEST | |
| 7th | Bombae | 
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29 | Toronto, ON |
SAFE Mini Chall. Winner |
SAFE | LOW | HIGH | LOW | ELIM | GUEST | ||
| 8th | Lady Boom Boom | 
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25 | Montréal, QC |
WIN | SAFE | HIGH | SAFE | ELIM Mini Chall. Winner |
GUEST | |||
| 9th | Kaos | 
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27 | Calgary, AB |
HIGH | SAFE | LOW | ELIM | GUEST | ||||
| 10th | Chelazon Leroux | 
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22 | Saskatoon, SK |
SAFE | HIGH Mini Chall. Winner |
ELIM | GUEST | |||||
| 11th | Miss Moço | 
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35 | Toronto, ON |
BTM2 | ELIM | GUEST | ||||||
| 12th | Halal Bae | 
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33 | Toronto, ON |
ELIM | GUEST | |||||||
- █ The contestant won Canada's Drag Race.
- █ The contestant was a runner-up.
- █ The contestant was eliminated during the finale.
- █ The contestant won the Maxi Challenge.
- █ The contestant was in the top, but did not win the Maxi Challenge.
- █ The contestant was in the bottom, but was not up for elimination.
- █ The contestant was in the bottom and won the Lip Sync for Your Life.
- █ The contestant was in the bottom, lost the Lip Sync for Your Life, and was eliminated.
- █ The contestant appeared as a guest, but was out of the running.
Episodes
| Series # | Episode # | Episode Title | Airdate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 1 | Sidewalk to Catwalk | July 14, 2022 |
| 22 | 2 | The Who-Knows | July 21, 2022 |
| 23 | 3 | Ruets | July 28, 2022 |
| 24 | 4 | Bitch Stole My Look | August 4, 2022 |
| 25 | 5 | Snatch Game | August 11, 2022 |
| 26 | 6 | Cosmetic Queens | August 18, 2022 |
| 27 | 7 | Squirrels Trip: The Rusical | August 25, 2022 |
| 28 | 8 | Masquerade Ball | September 1, 2022 |
| 29 | 9 | True North Strong (and Fierce) | September 8, 2022 |
Episode 1: "Sidewalk to Catwalk"
Airdate: July 14, 2022
Synopsis:
To kick off the season, the queens must turn a streetwear look into catwalk couture in this design challenge. Guest Judge is Monika Schnarre.
To kick off the season, the queens must turn a streetwear look into catwalk couture in this design challenge.
Episode 1 Judges
- Guest Judge: Monika Schnarre
- Mini Challenge: Sissy That Sidewalk rooftop fashion show
- Mini Challenge Winner: Bombae
- Mini Challenge Prize: $2,500 courtesy of the RuPaul's Drag Race Werq The World Tour.
- Maxi Challenge: Create an entirely new look using the looks used in the Mini Challenge fashion show.
- Runway Theme: Sidewalk to Catwalk
- Maxi Challenge Winner: Lady Boom Boom
- Maxi Challenge Prize: $5,000 courtesy of Palm Holdings.
- Bottom Two: Halal Bae and Miss Moço
- Lip Sync Song: "Beauty and a Beat" by Justin Bieber ft. Nicki Minaj
- Eliminated: Halal Bae
- Farewell Message: "I'll meat you girls on the other side. XOXO, Halal. P.S. Love you Bom, get that crown."
Entrance Order
| 1 | Bombae |
| 2 | Kimmy Couture |
| 3 | Chelazon Leroux |
| 4 | Jada Shada Hudson |
| 5 | Miss Moço |
| 6 | Gisèle Lullaby |
| 7 | Kaos |
| 8 | Miss Fiercalicious |
| 9 | Vivian Vanderpuss |
| 10 | Lady Boom Boom |
| 11 | Irma Gerd |
| 12 | Halal Bae |
Episode 2: "The Who-Knows"
Airdate: July 21, 2022
Synopsis:
The queens' comedy skills are tested as they act as presenters at the inaugural ‘Who-Knows’ award show. Guest Judge is Carole Pope.
The queen’s comedy skills are tested as they act as presenters at the inaugural ‘Who-Knows’ award show. Guest Judge is Carole Pope.
Episode 2 Judges
- Guest Judge: Carole Pope
- Mini Challenge: Take hockey jerseys and get into quick drag.
- Mini Challenge Winner: Chelazon Leroux
- Mini Challenge Prize: $2,500 courtesy of Planet Pepper and the ability to select the groups for the maxi challenge.
- Maxi Challenge: Host the Who-Knows Awards Show.
- Runway Theme: Goddesses of the Ancient World
- Maxi Challenge Winner: Kimmy Couture
- Maxi Challenge Prize: $5,000 and a weekend getaway in Prince Edward County, courtesy of Welcome to the Dans.
- Bottom Two: Jada Shada Hudson and Miss Moço
- Lip Sync Song: "High School Confidential" by Rough Trade
- Eliminated: Miss Moço
- Farewell Message: "Hey queens, you are so incredible and beautiful. Have fun, be kind. Jada, I love you, XOXO"
| Award | Presenters | Nominees | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Busiest Beaver | Bombae, Kaos, & Lady Boom Boom | Jada Shada Hudson | Jada Shada Hudson |
| Kimmy Couture | |||
| Miss Moço | |||
| Nicest Caribooty | Chelazon Leroux & Gisèle Lullaby | Jada Shada Hudson | Kaos |
| Kaos | |||
| Lady Boom Boom | |||
| Frostiest Queen | Jada Shada Hudson & Miss Moço | Chelazon Leroux | Chelazon Leroux |
| Irma Gerd | |||
| Miss Fiercalicious | |||
| Best All-Dressed | Kimmy Couture & Miss Fiercalicious | Bombae | Lady Boom Boom |
| Lady Boom Boom | |||
| Vivian Vanderpuss | |||
| Lifetime Achievement in Delusion | Irma Gerd & Vivian Vanderpuss | Chelazon Leroux | Miss Fiercalicious |
| Gisèle Lullaby | |||
| Miss Fiercalicious |
Goddesses of the Ancient World
| Contestant | Runway Inspiration |
|---|---|
| Bombae | Shikhandi |
| Chelazon Leroux | Sky Woman |
| Gisèle Lullaby | Goddess of the forest |
| Irma Gerd | Discordia |
| Jada Shada Hudson | Mami Wata |
| Kaos | Marzanna |
| Kimmy Couture | Alectrona[5] |
| Lady Boom Boom | Cupid |
| Miss Fiercalicious | Oshun |
| Miss Moço | Ataegina |
| Vivian Vanderpuss | Freyja |
Episode 3: "Ruets"
Airdate: July 28, 2022
Synopsis:
The queens pair up and lip sync for their lives together in this drag team challenge spectacular. Guest Judges are Hollywood Jade and Vanessa Vanjie Mateo.
The queens pair up and lip sync for their lives together in this drag team challenge spectacular.
Episode 3 Judges
- Guest Judges: Hollywood Jade & Vanessa Vanjie Mateo
- Mini Challenge: Make Brooke laugh during a date.
- Mini Challenge Winner: Vivian Vanderpuss
- Mini Challenge Prize: $2,500 gift card courtesy of ShoeFreaks, and the ability to select the songs for the maxi challenge.
- Maxi Challenge: In pairs, lip-sync to RuPaul duets.
- Runway Theme: Sleeves
- Maxi Challenge Winner: Jada Shada Hudson
- Maxi Challenge Prize: $5,000 gift certificate courtesy of Fabricland.
- Bottom Two: Chelazon Leroux and Miss Fiercalicious
- Lip Sync Song: "Don't Call Me Baby" by Kreesha Turner
- Eliminated: Chelazon Leroux
- Farewell Message: "Loved meeting you all, good luck writing your own jokes. Stay Deadly, Chelazon."
| Contestants | Song |
|---|---|
| Chelazon Leroux | "Adrenaline" RuPaul & Myah Marie |
| Kaos | |
| Kimmy Couture | "I Feel Like Dancing" RuPaul & La Toya Jackson |
| Lady Boom Boom | |
| Bombae | "Let the Music Play" RuPaul & Michelle Visage |
| Miss Fiercalicious | |
| Irma Gerd | "Peanut Butter" RuPaul & Big Freedia |
| Jada Shada Hudson | |
| Gisèle Lullaby | "Throw Ya Hands Up" RuPaul & Lady Bunny |
| Vivian Vanderpuss |
Episode 4: "Bitch Stole My Look"
Airdate: August 4, 2022
Synopsis
The queens battle it out in this week’s design challenge where the twist is they all must use the same materials. Guest Judges are Sarain Fox and Jimbo.
The queens battle it out in this week's design challenge with a twist. Guest Judges are Sarain Fox and JIMBO.
Episode 4 Judges
- Guest Judges: Jimbo & Sarain Fox
- Mini Challenge: Improv your way through a Tuck Talk sponsored by Trojan.
- Mini Challenge Winner: Jada Shada Hudson
- Mini Challenge Prize: $2,000 and $500 worth of pleasure products from Trojan.
- Maxi Challenge: Create a look using a set of identical materials.
- Runway Theme: Bitch Stole My Look
- Maxi Challenge Winner: Gisèle Lullaby
- Maxi Challenge Prize: $5,000 courtesy of Snag Tights.
- Bottom Two: Kaos and Jada Shada Hudson
- Lip Sync Song: "Stranger in My House (Thunderpuss Radio Mix)" by Tamia
- Eliminated: Kaos
- Farewell Message: "All you girls fucking rock! Live your inner Kaos. Vivian, you bitch, get that crown."
| Contestant | "Who Should Go Home Tonight?" |
|---|---|
| Bombae | Kaos |
| Gisèle Lullaby | Jada Shada Hudson |
| Irma Gerd | |
| Jada Shada Hudson | Kaos |
| Kaos | Jada Shada Hudson |
| Kimmy Couture |
Episode 5: "Snatch Game"
Airdate: August 11, 2022
Synopsis
The queens impersonate their favorite celebrities for the legendary Snatch Game. Guest Judge is Sarain Fox.
The queens impersonate their favourite celebrities for the legendary Snatch Game. Guest Judge is Sarain Fox.
Episode 5 Judges
- Guest Judge: Sarain Fox
- Mini Challenge: Reading is Fundamental
- Mini Challenge Winner: Lady Boom Boom
- Mini Challenge Prize: $2,500 cash courtesy of the Men's Room.
- Maxi Challenge: Snatch Game
- Runway Theme: Periodic Table of Elements
- Maxi Challenge Winner: Gisèle Lullaby
- Maxi Challenge Prize: $5,000 courtesy of Palm Holdings.
- Bottom Two: Kimmy Couture and Lady Boom Boom
- Lip Sync Song: "Run Away With Me" by Carly Rae Jepsen
- Eliminated: Lady Boom Boom
- Farewell Message: "BOOK ME, drawing of a penis"
| Contestant | Celebrity Impersonation | Photo | Runway Inspiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombae | Aziz Ansari | 
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Helium |
| Gisèle Lullaby | Marie Curie | 
|
Cesium |
| Irma Gerd | Marilyn Monroe | 
|
Uranium |
| Jada Shada Hudson | Saucy Santana | 
|
Sodium |
| Kimmy Couture | Ariana Grande | 
|
Calcium |
| Lady Boom Boom | Mado Lamotte | 
|
Bromine |
| Miss Fiercalicious | Kourtney Kardashian | 
|
Neon |
| Vivian Vanderpuss | Tammy Faye Messner | 
|
Arsenic |
Episode 6: "Cosmetic Queens"
Airdate: August 18, 2022
Synopsis
"The queens write and star in a commercial and photo shoot to promote their new makeup line. Guest Judge is Mei Pang."
"The queens write and star in a commercial and photo shoot to promote their new makeup line. Guest Judge is Mei Pang."
Episode 6 Judges
- Guest Judge: Mei Pang
- Mini Challenge: Drag Family Portrait Session
- Mini Challenge Winner: Jada Shada Hudson
- Mini Challenge Prize: $2,500 courtesy of Dirt Squirrel Apparel
- Maxi Challenge: Film a commercial and partake in a photoshoot to promote their own eyeshadow palette.
- Runway Theme: Paint
- Maxi Challenge Winner: Miss Fiercalicious
- Maxi Challenge Prize: $5,000 courtesy of Neutrogena.
- Bottom Two: Bombae and Irma Gerd
- Lip Sync Song: "Table Dancer" by Keshia Chanté
- Eliminated: Bombae
- Farewell Message: "Will you see me again? Who knows? Love you, Bom."
| Contestant | Palette | |
|---|---|---|
| Bombae | 
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Butter Chicken |
| Gisèle Lullaby | 
|
Was That French? |
| Irma Gerd | 
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Snot Rocket |
| Jada Shada Hudson | 
|
Turn Up |
| Kimmy Couture | 
|
Transcending |
| Miss Fiercalicious | 
|
Fierce |
| Vivian Vanderpuss | 
|
Cat Mom |
Drag Family Portraits
Episode 7: "Squirrels Trip: The Rusical"
Airdate: August 25, 2022
Synopsis
"The queens star in Squirrels Trip: The Rusical choreographed by Hollywood Jade. Guest Judge is Jeremy Dutcher."
"The queens star in Girls Trip: The Rusical choreographed by Hollywood Jade. Guest Judge is Jeremy Dutcher."
Episode 7 Judges
- Guest Judge: Jeremy Dutcher
- Mini Challenge: Audition for parody superhero film "Super Queen".
- Mini Challenge Winner: Kimmy Couture
- Mini Challenge Prize: $2,500 courtesy of Made
- Maxi Challenge: Perform in Squirrels Trip: The Rusical.
- Runway Theme: Dystopian Drag
- Maxi Challenge Winner: Vivian Vanderpuss
- Maxi Challenge Prize: $2,500 courtesy of Made
- Bottom Two: Gisèle Lullaby and Irma Gerd
- Lip Sync Song: "Love Is" by Alannah Myles
- Eliminated: Irma Gerd
- Farewell Message: "Thank you ever so. Hope you had a Gerd time. Vivian for the crown!"
Squirrels Trip: The Rusical
| Contestant | Character |
|---|---|
| Gisèle Lullaby | Jill |
| Irma Gerd | Jackae |
| Jada Shada Hudson | Grace |
| Kimmy Couture | Amber |
| Miss Fiercalicious | Ronnie |
| Vivian Vanderpuss | Kiki |
Episode 8: "Masquerade Ball"
Airdate: September 1, 2022
Synopsis
"The queens put their design skills to the test as they present three looks in this Ball challenge. Guest Judge is Lesley Hampton."
"The queens put their design skills to the test as they present three looks in this Ball challenge. Guest Judge is Lesley Hampton"
Episode 8 Judges
- Guest Judge: Lesley Hampton
- Maxi Challenge: Present three looks in The Masquerade Ball.
- Runway Themes: Masc for Mascara, Incog-She-To, Masquerade Eleganza
- Maxi Challenge Winner: Miss Fiercalicious
- Maxi Challenge Prize: $5,000 courtesy of Snag Tights.
- Bottom Two: Kimmy Couture and Vivian Vanderpuss
- Lip Sync Song: "CTRL + ALT + DELETE" by Rêve
- Eliminated: Vivian Vanderpuss
- Farewell Message: "I miss you already! I think it's really important that you remember the size of my lips!💋 Jizelle👑👑👑"
Top Four of Season 3
| Contestant | Challenge Wins | Up for Elimination |
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2 (Eps. 4, 5) |
1 (Ep. 7) |
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1 (Ep. 3) |
2 (Eps. 2, 4) |
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1 (Ep. 2) |
2 (Eps. 5, 8) |
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2 (Eps. 6, 8) |
1 (Ep. 3) |
Episode 9: "True North Strong (and Fierce)"
Airdate: September 8, 2022
Synopsis
"The queens write and record a verse for their performance of the original track ‘True North Strong (and Fierce)’. Canada’s Next Drag Superstar is revealed! Guest Judge is Sarah Nurse."
"TBA"
Episode 9 Judges
- Special Guests: Hollywood Jade and Icesis Couture
- Guest Judge: Sarah Nurse
- Maxi Challenge: Write and record a verse for a performance of the original song "True, North Strong and Fierce", as well as pose in a photoshoot with Icesis Couture
- Runway Themes: Coronation Eleganza
- Eliminated: Kimmy Couture and Miss Fiercalicious
- Lip Sync Song: "A New Day Has Come" by Celine Dion
- Winner of Canada's Drag Race Season 3: Gisèle Lullaby
- Runner-Up: Jada Shada Hudson
High Tea Photoshoot
Trivia
- This is the first season of Canada's Drag Race...
- ...to have four finalists.
- ...where every finalist was up for elimination at least once.
- However, this is also the first Canadian season, where the winner was up for elimination only once.
- ...to not have a Makeover Challenge.
- ...to not have a Girl Group Challenge.
Gallery
Regular Judges Promos
Guest Judges Promos
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Check out the lookbook gallery to see the contestants' looks from each episode.
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Check out the lookbook gallery to see the contestants' planned looks for each episode.
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Check out the video gallery to see challenge performances, runways, lip syncs, and more!
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References
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Canada's Drag Race Season 3
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| Winner | Gisèle Lullaby |
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| Runners-Up | 2nd: Jada Shada Hudson • 3rd & 4th: Kimmy Couture & Miss Fiercalicious |
| Other Contestants | 5th: Vivian Vanderpuss (Miss Congeniality) • 6th: Irma Gerd • 7th: Bombae • 8th: Lady Boom Boom • 9th: Kaos • 10th: Chelazon Leroux • 11th: Miss Moço • 12th: Halal Bae |
| Judges | Brooke Lynn Hytes • Brad Goreski • Traci Melchor |
| Pit Crew | TBA |
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