Meet the 16 new Big Brother Canada houseguests
Houseguests 1
Name: Roberto Lopez
Age: 30
Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac: Aquarius
Hometown: Toronto, Ont.
Occupation: Gym Manager
Relationship Status: Single
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
I think I was selected because I am social, athletic and intelligent. All crucial parts of the game!
What is your strategy going into the house?
I want to be myself, stay true to my morals and compete to the best of my ability. I also want to make strong alliances and win challenges.
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Apart from being away from friends and family, the hardest part for me will be trusting people that may turn on me.
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
I want people to remember me as a genuine and funny competitor that gave it his all.
Houseguests 2
Name: Dan Szabo
Age: 28
Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac: Scorpio
Hometown: Niagara Fall, Ont.
Occupation: DJ
Relationship Status: Single
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
I have a pretty carefree attitude and a lot of the time, I’m simply looking to boost the overall mood in a room!
What is your strategy going into the house?
Be part of a larger alliance (four to six people), lay low for the first few weeks, then start getting more in involved with bigger plays.
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Being away from my friends and family. Also, not being able to listen to music.
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
Comp beast!
Houseguests 3
Name: John Michael Sosa
Age: 28
Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac: Aries
Hometown: Bradford, Ont.
Occupation: Project Manager
Relationship Status: Happily single
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
I feel like I was selected for BBCAN11 because I’ve never been so sure of who I am in life and I’m ready to share that with Canada in the best social experiment on TV.
What is your strategy going into the house?
My strategy going into the house is to charm my way to the finish line, while recognizing where the power shifts every week and make sure I’m not in the crosshairs.
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Holding back from telling people I’m a superfan!
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
A sassy comp beast who played with his entire being.
Houseguests 4
Name: Jonathan Leonard
Age: 33
Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac: Cancer
Hometown: Paradise, Nfld.
Occupation: Fisherman
Relationship Status: Married
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
Because it was meant to be!
What is your strategy going into the house?
Get to know and understand other houseguests and just take it one day at a time and don’t overthink it!
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Being away from family. They truly are the best support system.
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
The player that played the right way for the right reasons.
Houseguests 5
Name: Anika Mysha
Age: 28
Pronouns: She/Her
Zodiac: Taurus
Hometown: Saskatoon, Sask.
Occupation: Investment Advisor
Relationship Status: Single
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
My strong personality and my looks.
What is your strategy going into the house?
Play a fair game and get people to trust me.
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Being without my phone.
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
A competitive but fair team player.
Houseguests 6
Name: Shanaya Carter
Age: 27
Pronouns: She/Her
Zodiac: Virgo
Hometown: Victoria, B.C.
Occupation: Bartender
Relationship Status: Single
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
Because I’m not afraid to be myself and to get a little embarrassing. I love to have fun and bring people together and I feel that’s reflected in my outgoing personality.
What is your strategy going into the house?
My strategy is to make as many friends and allies in the house as possible, have a toe in every pool so to speak. I want to use my humour as a distraction and manipulate from the side lines.
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Missing my friends, family and my little sweet kitty. Also, my electric toothbrush!
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
I want people to remember me as a worthy, but kind competitor. Someone who dominated the game but not in a malicious way.
Houseguests 7
Name: Hope Agbolosoo
Age: 23
Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac: Cancer
Hometown: Milton, Ont.
Occupation: Skills Coach
Relationship Status: Dating
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
My energy.
What is your strategy going into the house?
Building strong alliances and connections with people.
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Being away from home and from my friends and family.
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
A competition beast.
Houseguests 8
Name: Zach Neilson
Age: 34
Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac: Sagittarius
Hometown: Ottawa, Ont.
Occupation: Startup Senior Vice President
Relationship Status: In a relationship
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
Because I’m a fierce competitor, physically fit, mentally strong and social. I connect well with others.
What is your strategy going into the house?
Be myself. And when I need to win a comp I will, guaranteed!
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Staying out of the drama. And not letting my emotions get the best of me.
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
As a loyal and honest partner to ride or die with.
Houseguests 9
Name: Amal Bashir
Age: 28
Pronouns: She/Her
Zodiac: Capricorn
Hometown: Toronto, Ont.
Occupation: Superfan
Relationship Status: Single
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
I have a big personality and a big heart that can be felt in almost every interaction I have. Being confident and staying true to myself is essential, so I’m proud to say I got here from just being myself.
What is your strategy going into the house?
My strategy is to focus on keeping myself centered by eating three square meals a day and sleeping eight hours a night. Big Brother Canada is unpredictable, so if I don’t have to get ready if I stay ready LOL.
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
It will be difficult to avoid the constant paranoia other players might be feeling. I also think people that don’t pick up after themselves will annoy me. I just have to keep my mouth shut and jump over their dirty laundry.
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
I want them to remember me as the woman with a big forehead and even bigger dreams. I love making people laugh whether it’s with me or at me, so if I can bring you joy that’s all I need.
Houseguests 10
Name: Claudia Campbell
Age: 25
Pronouns: She/Her
Zodiac: Scorpio
Hometown: Kensington, P.E.I.
Occupation: Marketing Coordinator
Relationship Status: Single
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
I think I have a very fun and outgoing personality. I’m pretty chill but also stand up when I need to. I think I’m going to be able to play a game that people will respect and make P.E.I. proud as we haven’t had many islanders on the show before.
What is your strategy going into the house?
I want to lay down a solid social strategy and genuinely take the time to get to know people and build relationships! I want people to have trust in me. I’m also planning to bring it in the competitions to prove to people I can hold my own.
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Definitely not being able to talk to my family, but I know they’ll all be so excited and cheering me on in this adventure!
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
I want to be known for playing a respectable and all around good game. I want people to remember that I didn’t only have a good social game, I also was a powerhouse in comps too.
Houseguests 11
Name: Daniel Clarke
Age: 33
Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac: Capricorn
Hometown: Toronto, Ont.
Occupation: Graphic Designer
Relationship Status: Single
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
I think I’m bringing something new to the superfan style of player. I’m going in loud, proud and strategic. I won’t have the luxury of playing behind the scenes, and my drive to compete and represent my communities has not been seen often!
What is your strategy going into the house?
Play up my social skills and not let the others know how strategic I am. I plan to play between alliances, suss them out and use people as shields.
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 sure. I have a huge support system and not knowing if the connections I’m making in the house are genuine or game will be interesting.
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
I want them to remember me as someone who played their heart out to the end no matter the outcome and that I played the game instead of it playing me.
Houseguests 12
Name: Kuzivakwashe “Kuzie” Mujakachi
Age: 29
Pronouns: She/Her
Zodiac: Virgo
Hometown: Victoria, B.C.
Occupation: 911 Operator
Relationship Status: Very single
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
I have good energy, good amount of intellect, and I adapt to people and situations well because of the background that I have experienced. African flavour!
What is your strategy going into the house?
Read the room and align myself with strong players and the players considered weak to keep my numbers good. Social strategy is to manipulate the vote to suit me ALWAYS and twist the truth to suit my situation.
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Not knowing if my instinct about a choice is correct, physical endurance tests and campaigning against my pride.
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
A great mind, an all-around good player, a skillful analyst, a great social player and a master manipulator.
Houseguests 13
Name: Renee Mior
Age: 24
Pronouns: She/Her
Zodiac: Cancer
Hometown: Vaughan, Ont.
Occupation: Law Student
Relationship Status: Single
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
My charisma, kindness, personality and goofiness.
What is your strategy going into the house?
Be fluid and flexible. I want my gameplay to standout to viewers but be almost non-existent to other houseguests. I want to play a strategically smooth game because I’ll be so adaptable to what is happening in the house. But my main goal is to have fun!
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Being disconnected from loved ones for so long. I also think physical comps that have anything to do with upper body strength will be hard for me.
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
I want people to have a laugh and good time watching me build my gameplay. I want to create positive memories with some spicy twists along the way!
Houseguests 14
Name: Santina Carlson
Age: 29
Pronouns: She/Her
Zodiac: Cancer
Hometown: Edmonton, Alta.
Occupation: Aesthetician
Relationship Status: Single
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
I think I was selected to be on BBCAN11 because… to be honest, I don’t know! But I like to think that BBCAN can see past the ditzy, everywhere girl and see that when I want something, no one can stop me. I am determined and motivated to win. Do not underestimate me!
What is your strategy going into the house?
To be myself, however adapt to the other house guests’ personalities. I am also going to be a likable roommate and try to stay low key when it comes to my competitive side until need be.
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
I think the hardest part of BBCAN for me would be sharing a bedroom and bathroom with other people.
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
I want people to remember me as a strategic comp best with a hint of kindness.
Houseguests 15
Name: Terrell “Ty” McDonald
Age: 28
Pronouns: He/Him
Zodiac: Pisces
Hometown: Toronto, Ont.
Occupation: Personal Trainer
Relationship Status: Single and ready to mingle
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
Because when you need someone who’s smart, charming and athletic, and will get the job done, YOU CALL TY! I’d like to think I’m decent looking too
What is your strategy going into the house?
Don’t be first, don’t be last. But once my cover has been blown as a physical player, dominate and pick up the outcasts as allies. Maybe even get into a showmance to make people think I’m distracted.
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Not being able to tell my mom, “good morning, I love you and have a great day.”
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
I want to be remembered as the player who said he was going to do something and did it. A man of his word – whether good or bad.
Houseguests 16
Name: Vanessa MacTavish
Age: 42
Pronouns: She/Her
Zodiac: Taurus
Hometown: Calgary, Alta.
Occupation: Yoga Instructor
Relationship Status: Married with four children
Why do you think you were selected to be on BBCAN11?
I think I was selected because I own my differences and strive to encourage others to as well. I’m a driven mom, wife and community supporter.
What is your strategy going into the house?
My strategy is to be unapologetically and authentically me. That means I’m a natural “wing mom”. I’ll be there for my housemates and keep them in line.
What part of the Big Brother Canada experience do you think will be the hardest for you?
Being away from my husband, kids, dog and chinchilla.
How do you want people to remember you as a player on BBCAN?
I think people will remember me as the “fun mom” but I WANT to be remembered as a comp beast.