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Anthony Douglas
Global
Age: 31
City: Richmond Hill, ON
Occupation: Gas Inspector
Relationship status: It’s complicated
Describe yourself in three words: Tall, dark and handsome.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? Probably my Xbox!
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? Off the bat, I think I will be recognized as a physical threat. Knowing that, I stopped going to the gym and started eating the foods I love so I don’t walk in there looking like a Batman suit. I got my body to a more humble place so I can come across as less of a physical threat and hopefully be overlooked when I walk through those doors.
What are you known for? I’m very, very smooth but I’m also a kind and loyal person who can also be very emotional at times.
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? Being away from my Mom. That final goodbye was difficult, she turns to me daily and I have to rely on my close group of guy friends to check up on her.
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? I have to go with Ryan Ballantine from Season 6 of "Big Brother Canada". Ryan’s my guy! He’s funny and he played a smart game.
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? There’s just something about guys from the 6ix! I’m from Toronto and I’m very outgoing, I get along with everybody. I can sit down in a room with anyone and we’re going to have a good time.
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Adam Pike
Global
Age: 27
Hometown: Spaniard’s Bay, NF
Occupation: Oil Field Worker
Relationship status: Single
Describe yourself in three words: Positive, courageous and motivated.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? This necklace I’m wearing, it’s from a friend who passed away and it has a quote on it that we used to say to each other.
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? I want to create a four-person guy alliance and I want to keep it as hush as I can. I want everybody in that alliance to get close with one other person in the house and that’s eight votes right there.
What are you known for? I’m known to be a very positive, energetic and happy guy.
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? I don’t think it’s going to be very hard at all, to be honest. I’m used to being away from my family and I’ve lived with numerous people over the years.
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? Dan Gheesling ("Big Brother" seasons 10 and 14) and Derrick Levasseur ("Big Brother" season 16) because they played great games.
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? I’ve lived away for the last 10 years and I just recently moved back home to Newfoundland. I think my time spent living and travelling across Canada gives me an edge to win.
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Chelsea Bird
Global
Age: 30
City: Edmonton, AL
Occupation: Radio Host
Relationship status: Attached
Describe yourself in three words: Fun, funny and happy.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? My cat Tucker because he’s needy and I’m needy and I don’t know how I’m going to get through three months without cat cuddles!
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? Don’t upset anyone in the beginning and then lie, scheme, manipulate, play both sides, and do whatever I possibly can to get to the very end.
What are you known for? My surprising sense of humour. I think people believe I’m a certain way based on how I look or present myself, but I like to shock people.
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? I think remembering that I’m being filmed 24/7 and that every single thing I say is recorded, remembering that I can’t change my clothes openly, and just remembering that there is always somebody watching!
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? I loved Godfrey’s game ("Big Brother Canada" season 3), I thought he was hilarious and a great strategic player. I also thought "Big Brother Canada" houseguest Erica (season 6) was incredible — she’s probably one of my favourite players that I’ve seen on both the American and Canadian versions. She was a comp beast and a straight shooter, which I really respect.
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? Edmontonians are hardy people. We have to grit our teeth and bear some of the most ruthless winters and a rough economy a lot of the time, and we always make it through. So with that, I think that I’m resilient and resourceful, and can pretty much get through anything.
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Damien Ketlo
Global
Age: 28
Hometown: Nadleh Whut’en, BC
Occupation: Goalie Coach
Relationship status: I have a girlfriend
Describe yourself in three words: Calm, confident and poised.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? I have no idea, there’s not much we can take in the house. I’m going to say a lacrosse stick and ball to relieve stress.
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? I have multiple strategies. I want to be both socially inclined and physically capable but also be genuine and let myself go with the flow. Read and react.
What are you known for? I’m known for being an opportunist, whether it’s playing hockey, doing music, or living life and being physically and mentality fit. I’m also known for being a good role model for First Nations people, especially youth in the last year.
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? It’s going to be hard being away from my family. With hockey, I was always spending time away from my family, but I never had a girlfriend and now I do. I think that will be the hardest thing, I’ll miss her the most.
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? I have to go with Jon Pardy ("Big Brother Canada", season 2) because he’s a fellow hockey player/he played junior hockey like me. I think that’s who I could base my game around, by playing a dumb on the outside character and using our competitive advantages.
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? Just being a good person, a strong social game is everything in the house. Being genuine, hopefully people see that and I can create the right alliances in the house.
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Dane Rupert
Global
Age: 27
City: Kelowna, BC
Occupation: Civil Technician
Relationship status: Single and ready to mingle
Describe yourself in three words: Fun, outgoing and entertaining.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? I would take my Dad’s chain because I just lost him, so it means the world to me.
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? I do — I am going to be a comp beast at the start and then, later in the game, start to pick and choose when I want to win. I’m also going to find a ride or die at the beginning who is more intelligent than I am because I’m not the smartest guy in the world. I’ll rely on them to do the mental challenges and they can count on me to do the physical challenges.
What are you known for? I’m known for being the fun guy of the group, everyone looks to me to have a good time. I’m the entertainer.
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? Getting along with absolutely everyone in the house. Everyone has different qualities that you may not like so I’ll need to lay low or pretend that I like them.
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? Season 2’s Jon Pardy. He’s your typical guy’s guy and a hockey player like myself. Also, what he did at the end of his season was legendary.
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? Kelowna is like living in the "Big Brother Canada" house, it has people from all different walks of life. You have to get along with everyone and I’m ready to bring that quality to the house.
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Estefania Hoyos
Global
Age: 23
Hometown: Gatineau, QC
Occupation: Student
Relationship status: Single
Describe yourself in three words: Adventurous, kind and compassionate.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? My dog, Toby.
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? Trying to build real connections with people, even if I can’t, I’ll pretend like I am doing it. I want to go in on day one and make sure I’m in the right room at the right time. Big alliances are made on the first day that keep you protected for the first couple weeks at least. That’s my first task, and then I will form a smaller alliance that I want to be part of.
What are you known for? Travelling. I’ve been all around Europe, Spain, Italy, Greece, Poland, Germany, and then I went to Iceland which was really cool. I’ve gone backpacking in Costa Rica and I go to Columbia once and a while because that’s where I’m from. I went to Hawaii and Los Angeles this past summer and I’m definitely going back.
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? Being on slop because I get really grumpy when I’m hungry, like really grumpy. So that’s going to be the hardest and also being away from my family. Other than that, I’m super excited about everything else.
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? I love Kevin Martin ("Big Brother Canada", season 3 and season 5), second time around, he was very good. He had good connections with people and was good in competitions. And also Derrick Levasseur ("Big Brother", season 16), everyone loves him and he was amazing.
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? For me personally, having been born in Columbia and moving to Newfoundland, and then to Quebec. I’ve seen so many different living situations, different groups of people, and I feel like that’s made me very adaptable.
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Eddie Lin
Global
Age: 25
City: Montreal, QC
Occupation: Cryptocurrency Developer
Relationship status: Single
Describe yourself in three words: Adventurous, intelligent and entertaining.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? I’m obsessed with cryptocurrency so I would want to bring my mobile phone in the house to check the Bitcoin price of the day.
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? I’m going to play dumb in a very smart way. I won’t tell people I am dumb, I will show them and let the other houseguests come up with it themselves. I also want to be in a fake alliance with the girls. As someone who is gay, I’ve seen in past seasons that the gay guys often align with the girls, but I want to use this stereotype to make the girls believe that I am with them but my true alliance will be with the bros — which no one would expect.
What are you known for? I am known for my funniness. Every single person I meet says I am the funniest person they’ve ever met. I also like to tell jokes, but to be honest most people don’t laugh at my jokes but I tell them anyways!
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? As I mentioned, I am obsessed with cryptocurrency so one of the biggest challenges for me will not being able to see the price of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies while in the "Big Brother Canada" house.
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? My "Big Brother Canada" idol is Sabrina from season 2. I love her! She’s good TV — she’s chaotic but also very genuine too. I want to go on the show without wearing a mask but be genuine and show Canada who I really am. People will either like me or hate me, but I say take it or leave it — this is who I am!
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? I’m from Montreal and it’s a very diverse city and is very culturally rich too. I also think many people underestimate Montrealers and I think this is beneficial for me because I want to be underestimated so I can win the game.
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Kailyn Archer
Global
Age: 42
Hometown: Grand Prairie, AB
Occupation: Psychic
Relationship status: Married
Describe yourself in three words: Strong, spiritual and funny.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? My children.
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? Hell yes I do, but I’m not telling.
What are you known for? For having get-togethers and having fun with family, music and food. I live in a smaller city and my husband is from the Caribbean so it’s nice to have good friends over and have lots food and children running around.
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? Being away from my children… and maybe slop!
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? There’s a few I like. First, I loved Erica Hill ("Big Brother Canada" season 6) because she was so strong, a true competitor. Second, Hamza Hatoum ("Big Brother Canada" season 6) — I loved him, the way he just went in and didn’t give a s**t. Then I’d say, Will Kenny ("Big Brother Canada" season 6) because he was nice and goofy and it seemed like he was there for a good time — I really enjoyed him.
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? We’re all a very hardworking, family-orientated community — that’s our edge.
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Kyra Shenker
Global
Age: 25
City: Montreal, QC
Occupation: Bartender
Relationship status: Single
Describe yourself in three words: Spicy, outgoing and funny.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? My hat — I wore this hat while living in San Francisco when I moved there during a bad break-up, and during that same time when I came out as non-binary. So this hat symbolizes a newer and stronger version of myself.
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? Yes, you have to know how to adapt to the people you are with and understand how they perceive you. So my strategy is to use my personality to my benefit and be the comic relief but also the shoulder to cry on. I have an easy time connecting with people because I’m very open minded and accepting and because of that, people feel they can put their guard down around me. I am definitely going to be there for the houseguests and have them underestimate me and see me as emotional support rather than a threat. I also want to align with different types of people so we have multiple strengths in our group but I will definitely have one ride or die within the alliance.
What are you known for? My dad jokes! Working in customer service, I am very charming and can flirt with everyone, but people always tell me I’m a walking dad joke.
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? Not knowing who you can trust. Heading into the house, I’m going to be very analytical and not trust people until they prove that they’re trustworthy. But even then — just because they prove it once, doesn’t mean they’re not going to stab you in the back the next time. I’m an intimacy addict — I love getting close to people, so that’s also going to be a struggle to not let my emotions get in the way and not be super confrontational if I do feel backstabbed.
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? I have two! I loved the way Neda Kalantar played her first season ("Big Brother Canada" seasons 2 and 5). I think she was brilliant and had an excellent way of being a mastermind behind the scenes and no one saw her as a threat. On the other hand, Kevin Martin played a very different game and was more aggressive but was still very brilliant. These are two players who thought about everything they did. They didn’t just think two steps ahead, they thought 10 steps ahead, and I plan on being one of those players. It’s not just about winning, I want to be a legend!
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? You meet all different kinds of people while working in Montreal. There’s both French and English speaking people and it’s a diverse city so you have to approach these situations very differently. So I think this has helped me become more adaptable and more understanding of differences and more tolerant. Montrealers are very tolerant.
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Kiera Wallace
Global
Age: 23
City: Port Moody, BC
Occupation: Bartender
Relationship status: Single
Describe yourself in three words: Vivacious, authentic and hilarious.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? My wardrobe because I want to be comfortable and I want to look good 24/7.
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? Yes, make everyone feel comfortable and find something of common interest with everyone in the house.
What are you known for? I’m known for being the life of the party.What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? Not being able to listen to music whenever I want.
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? I think I have multiple idols for different reasons but I would definitely say "Big Brother Canada" houseguest Cassandra (seasons 4 and 5). I liked how she came into the house one way, and how she left the house another way. Over that period, she really evolved as a player and it taught me a lot about how someone can go in with one strategy and then change throughout the game.
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? I think they have the ability to overcome any challenge. I think Vancouver is a multicultural place in general and it’s very inviting and diverse, and everybody there has their own uniqueness — and I think that’s going to take me further in this game.
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Laura Roberts
Global
Age: 26
City: Calgary, AB.
Occupation: Judicial Clerk
Relationship status: Single
Describe yourself in three words: Funny, passionate and smart.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? I would probably take the entire box set of Seinfeld with me. I grew up watching the show and for me it’s always been something that’s relaxed me and made me feel good.
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? I want to say that I do but I really think that I don’t. That being said, I think a lot of the game is about adapting to the situations as they come. I’m pretty quick on my feet — I’m a quick thinker and a fast talker.
What are you known for? Being goofy all of the time.
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? Definitely disconnecting from family and friends. My family is a sounding board, like a vocal diary I can unload my feelings on. I think that’s going to be a challenge for me. I see emotions as a vulnerability or a weakness so I don’t like to tell people who aren’t my family about my feelings.
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? I know a lot of people probably say "Big Brother Canada" houeguest Ika Wong and I agree because I love people who are unapologetically themselves. I’m a bit of a ball-buster and I like people like that.
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? I’m originally from Sarnia, Ontario, and it’s very much a blue-collar community and a lot of us are very tough. I grew up in an Italian-Canadian household with very passionate, tough-talking kind of people.
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Mark Drelich
Global
Age: 29
City: Edmonton, AB
Occupation: Travel Guide
Relationship status: Single
Describe yourself in three words: Energetic, rebellious and nerdy.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? A deck of cards because you can never get bored with a deck of cards.
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? I have a three-stage strategy. Stage one — for the first several weeks, form a really strong alliance, don’t win any HOH competitions, and rely all on my social game. Stage two — during the middle weeks, evict the comp beasts and the players that do have a good chance at making it to the end. For the final stage — turn on my ride or dies, destroying any friendships I made in the house and win every HOH and POV competitions that I can until I make it to the end.
What are you known for? I am known for being the rebellious son in my family, the religious man who left his ways and chose a path of his own.
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? I think dealing with my immediate family post-show and managing their expectations will be hard. My family is religious and if I do something on the show that may upset them, it could be hard to manage once I am off the show.
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? Kevin Martin! ("Big Brother Canada" seasons 3 and 5). I see myself in him — his general persona, the way he approaches life. He’s energetic and fun but also very level-headed.
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? I think my upbringing combined with all the places I’ve travelled to makes me an adaptable person. I can relate to the tough oil patch guys from Edmonton, but also relate to any of the other cultures I’ve experienced through traveling the world.
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Maki
Global
Age: 31
City: Toronto, ON
Occupation: Poet/DJ
Relationship status: In a relationship
Describe yourself in three words: Charming, laid-back and open.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? My heart because it has guided me to this very time, it has helped open up people to me, and it has helped me open up to people.
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? My strategy is to adapt to every scenario. So I guess my strategy is a lack of strategy but to adapt to every environment, situation, challenge, and every person I come across.
What are you known for? My dance moves.
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? I think the hardest part of "Big Brother Canada" will be people saying things that are untrue about me, or people teaming up on me for no apparent reason other than the fact that I’m probably just being myself.
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? I think Paras from season 6 is a real cutie. Obviously you side with winners to become a winner. So I would pick her — she did great.
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? Being multicultural and being exposed to so many lifestyles and people allows you to become more open and accepting of everybody.
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Samantha Picco
Global
Age: 30
Hometown: Conception Bay South, NF
Occupation: Beauty Salon Owner
Relationship status: Single
Describe yourself in three words: Charismatic, energetic and outgoing.
If you could take one thing inside the house, what would it be and why? An old t-shirt that belonged to my dad because it reminds me of home, smells like home, and that’s comforting.
Do you have a strategy to win "Big Brother Canada"? I’m going to take it as it comes. I’m really good at working under pressure and adjusting based on what I’m faced with.
What are you known for? My personality and my energy, for sure.
What part of the "Big Brother Canada" experience do you think will be the hardest for you? Lying. I’m a bad liar. I feel like it doesn’t do any good for anybody. When it comes to the "Big Brother Canada" house, the manipulation and some of the deceiving behaviour is going to be the most challenging part for me.
Who is your "Big Brother Canada" (or "Big Brother") idol and why? Ika Wong ("Big Brother Canada", seasons 2 and 5) played such a phenomenal game and she played for two seasons. Even though she found people like Demetres to help her get through the game, ultimately she was able to make everyone feel like they were going to keep her there. I want to do something similar and make everyone in the house feel like I’m an asset to them.
What do people from your hometown have that gives them an edge to win "Big Brother Canada"? I think my advantage is also my disadvantage. Being from Newfoundland where the population is less than half of a million people, I’m used to forging close connections fast. If you’re from a small town, city, or province, connections come faster and easier because we all know each other. The advantage is that I do connect with people quickly and I hope that works more for me than against me.
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