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Austin Dookwah
Global
Age: 23
Preferred Pronouns:
Her/She
Zodiac: Cancer
Hometown:
Newmarket, Ontario
Occupation
Realtor/Model
Relationship Status: Single
What is your strategy going into the house? "My strategy is to lay low and act unassuming at the beginning – then school everyone in the memory comps toward the end."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9?
"Because I genuinely love the show, I’m outgoing, and a bit quirky."
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
"Being away from my friends and family for so long!"
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
"Smart, strategic, funny, authentic, and sweet!"
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Beth Bieda
Global
Age: 27
Preferred Pronouns: Her/She
Zodiac:
Leo
Hometown:
Tomahawk, Alberta
Occupation:
Homeless Support Worker
Relationship Status:
Single
What is your strategy going into the house?
"Find a ride or die on day one! I’ll probably lay more low at the beginning, but then pull a Tyler (from 'Big Brother' U.S.) and have secret alliances around the house. And like Paras or Mitch, make other people do my dirty work."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9?
"Because I’m real! I’m always Beth and I think being genuine often takes me places. I also think I’m a funny, smart gal who’s got a social justice side to me that’s great for Canadians fighting to be heard."
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
"Not knowing what is going on back home and being away from family, friends, and loved ones. Also, not singing at the top of my lungs!"
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
"As a woman who was 100 per cent herself who made Canadians smile during this difficult time in history. Oh, and as BBCAN9’s winner, of course!"
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Breydon White
Age: 23
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac: Taurus
Hometown: Calgary, Alberta
Occupation:Anthropology Student
Relationship Status: Single
What is your strategy going into the house? "To be liked so much by everyone that they can’t get rid of me. Also, to be a master manipulator."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9? "Because I am super outgoing, personable and I slay."
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you? "Definitely cooking and having to pretend I enjoy everyone."
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN? "For doing hot girl stuff and doing big moves."
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Jedson Tavernier
Global
Age: 25
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac: Virgo
Hometown: Aurora, Ont.
Occupation: Personal Trainer
Relationship Status: Single
What is your strategy going into the house? "1. Keep my educational background a secret. 2. Get into a strong, undercover alliance of four to five people. 3. Win when necessary, but not every time (avoid being a target). 4. Work a strong social game, play on emotions of others, try to be 'good' with many players. 5. Appear to struggle in mental competitions early in the game. 6. Explore a low key showmance if the opportunity presents itself."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9 "I think I was chosen because of the energy I will bring into the house and my overall potential. I consider myself very strong in all three pillars of the game (physical/social/mental). Also my physical appearance and willingness to entertain a showmance."
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you? "If I have to be a Have Not. Being on slop will be difficult for me to handle because food is a major part of my daily routine."
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN? "One of the most well rounded players in BBCAN history. Athletic, intelligent, and social. Also able to make big moves and control his own fate."
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Josh Farnworth
Global
Age: 30
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac: Aries
Hometown: New Westminster, B.C.
Occupation: Film Production Coordinator
Relationship Status: Single
What is your strategy going into the house? "Start a four-person secret alliance with a potential showmance in the alliance."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9? "I believe I was selected because I am a new personality type unlike previous houseguests and have an interesting look. I also think it’s to see the growth of me living with other people, and my authenticity and intelligence."
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you? "Adjusting to living with people. I’ve never lived with anyone and I’m an only child."
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN? "Intelligent and not afraid to make big moves.
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Julie Vu
Age: 28
Preferred Pronouns: Her/She
Zodiac: Leo
Hometown: Vancouver, B.C.
Occupation: Social Media Influencer
Relationship Status: Single
What is your strategy going into the house? "My strategy going into the house is be extra friendly, find real common interest with everyone, form a four person alliance, and dumbing myself down."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9? "I think I was selected to be on BBCAN9 because I’m the face of diversity: Asian transgender woman. You don’t get more diverse than that (and my sassy personality of course)."
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you? "Being away from family, friends, and of course social media. Being on slop! I love food."
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN? "As an icon, legend, queen, underdog, and competition beast."
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Kiefer Collison
Global
Age: 32
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac: Sagittarius
Hometown: Old Massett, B.C.
Occupation: Radio Host
Relationship Status: Shacked up
What is your strategy going into the house? "I will be very social. Try to build relationships with other houseguests."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9? "I’m from a unique place. I’m Indigenous. I have a weird name, I’m handsome, funny, and let’s not forget charming."
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you? "No contact with my family."
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?"I hope to be seen as a funny, heart-on-his sleeve kind of guy, and someone who respects the game. And as a beast!"
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Kyle Moore
Global
Age: 26
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown: Red Deer, Alberta
Occupation:Unemployed Hockey Coach
#BBCAN9 Strategy: “I plan to make as many connections as possible and dominate the competitions in hopes to become the BBCAN9 champ.”
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Latoya Anderson
Global
Age: 34
Preferred Pronouns: Her/she
Zodiac: Taurus
Hometown: Pickering, Ontario
Occupation: Police Officer
Relationship Status: Single
What is your strategy going into the house? "Going undercover. The houseguests will not know I’m a police officer and that I have a degree in criminology. I will be a fashionista/fashion designer. I plan on forming more than one alliance and hopefully gaining the trust of most of the house."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9? "Because I’m multifaceted and wear many hats. There are so many different sides to me, which most people wouldn’t suspect. I’m also outgoing, ambitious, likeable, and competitive!"
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you? "Being disconnected from family, friends, and the outside world. Also being deceitful – I want to represent well but I also want to play the game hard and win! I want to do whatever it takes to win while still maintaining my integrity."
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN? "As a total competition BEAST! Fierce, strong, smart, personable, and a great strategist."
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Rohan Kapoor
Age: 26
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac Pisces
Hometown: Toronto, Ont.
Occupation: Strategic Partnerships Manager
Relationship Status: Single
What is your strategy going into the house?"To create an alliance with five people, all with different skill sets. I plan to be quite active in the first half of the game by destroying the plays and calling the shots."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9? "Because I bring a high degree of confidence and energy. I also plan to be somewhat ruthless in this game."
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you? "Not knowing how people on the outside perceive my gameplay."
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN? "As someone that utilized a strategic mindset to navigate the game. Someone that was entertaining, but also never lost sight of winning the game."
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Tera Gillen-Petrozzi
Global
Age: 37
Preferred Pronouns: Her/She
Zodiac: Virgo
Hometown: LaSalle, Ont.
Occupation: Mom/Spin Instructor
Relationship Status: Married with children
What is your strategy going into the house? "If the houseguests think I’m a super positive, vertically-challenged-mom-having a mid-life crisis, perfect! The less threatening I appear, the easier it will be to walk away with the cash."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9? "I have a big personality and the determination of a bull. I’m not afraid to go after what I want and I genuinely try to make the best of any situation. I think after this year Canada deserves some good vibes, and the reminder that it’s never too late to go after your dreams."
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you? "Missing my kids and slop! It looks terrible and I turn into an absolute monster when I’m hangry."
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN? "As the first mom and oldest houseguest to ever win, duh!"
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Tychon Carter-Newman
Global
Age: 29
Preferred Pronouns: He/him
Zodiac: Capricorn
Hometown: Montreal, Quebec
Occupation: Urban Planner
Relationship Status: Single
What is your strategy going into the house? "Be in a co-ed alliance balanced with social, physical, and mental strengths. Also, I want to make sure I establish a relationship with everyone."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9? "I think I was selected to be on BBCAN9 because I am tall, dark, and handsome. …But seriously, I think I was selected because I have made it evident that I am a well-balanced individual. I think that my social, physical, and mental abilities have demonstrated that I’d be a threat to win BBCAN9!"
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you? "Not being able to talk to my friends and family. I pretty much talk to them every day."
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN? "A player that plays with his heart and did anything it took to win."
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Tina Thistle
Global
Age: 42
Preferred Pronouns: Her/she
Zodiac: Leo
Hometown:: Paradise, Newfoundland
Occupation: Graphic Designer
Relationship Status: In a relationship
What is your strategy going into the house? "Be the friendly Newfoundlander! I will also want to really meet and size up the competition first, then my strategy will evolve from there."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9? "Honestly? I have no idea! But I am glad they did ☺. I’m still in shock that this is actually happening!"
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you? "Morally, the backstabbing and lying…but hey, it’s got to be done. And personally, being away from family and friends."
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
"I hope to be one of the well-liked players – someone you’d want to have a beer and hang out with. The fun-loving, middle-aged Newfoundlander, who stepped outside of her comfort zone to have an experience of a lifetime, and take on the 'Big Brother Canada' adventure!"
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Victoria Woghiren
Global
Age: 27
Preferred Pronouns: Her/she
Zodiac: Virgo
Hometown: Hamilton, Ontario
Occupation: Youth Advocate
Relationship Status: In a relationship
What is your strategy going into the house?"My strategy is to be fun, present, and approachable. I plan to make a female bestie, and divide and conquer. I will also find the strongest guy in the house and see if they want to secretly work together."
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN9? "
I think I was selected because I am unique, loud, ambitious, and can do anything I put my mind to! I stand out in a crowd, and I am not scared to speak my mind. I know the game and I am ready to play!"
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?"The hardest part will be the disconnect from the world. I am constantly on my phone! I will miss my dog, boyfriend, family, and friends so much. I am very social and love to party so it will be hard to be in one place for so long! "
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN? "I want to be remembered as the fearless and deserving winner of Big Brother Canada Season 9! I want to be remembered as strategic, optimistic, and as the manipulation queen I really am. I also brought a record amount of clothing and accessories, so it would be so cool if Canada appreciated that!"
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