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Our Story

Born in a snowstorm behind the Zamboni bay of Memorial Arena in Chatham, Ontario, Canada Strong started as a local skit series put together by a scrappy group of small-town kids with big hearts and even bigger elbows. Inspired by generations of farmers, factory workers, Indigenous leaders, and old-school hockey legends, they blended patriotism with punchlines and posted their first animated video during a blizzard blackout — and went viral before the power came back on.

Now fueled by maple syrup, public healthcare, and righteous Canadian sass, the Canada Strong crew defends the North with every frame — fighting misinformation, foreign nonsense, and unpatriotic nonsense with proud, pixelated fire. Every episode ends with their battle cry: "Elbows up, Canada Strong!"

Johnny Maple

Johnny Maple

Straight outta Chatham, Ontario, Johnny Maple is a living tribute to shinny, maple syrup, and small-town pride. Whether it’s slapping pucks or standing up for what’s right, Johnny leads the team with a grin, grit, and that classic Canadian charm.

“Pass it back, or pass it north!”
Tanya Timber

Tanya Timber

Hailing from deep in the forests of British Columbia, Tanya is fierce, fearless, and has a chainsaw laugh. She’s the group’s muscle and conscience, never afraid to speak her truth — or split a log.

“I don’t need a mic. I’ve got a battle cry.”
Granny McPuck

Granny McPuck

A retired Zamboni driver from Manitoba, Granny McPuck survived five winters without power — and three prime ministers she didn’t vote for. She's sharp, snappy, and full of side-eye.

“They can take my cable, but not my Canada!”
Doug-Eh the Defender

Doug-Eh the Defender

Doug-Eh is a volunteer firefighter, part-time maple syrup distiller, and full-time protector of Canadian decency. He swears allegiance to peace, order, and the right to grill hot dogs year-round.

“Elbows up, and don’t touch my ketchup chips.”
Saskia Smarts

Saskia Smarts

Saskia is from Treaty 6 Territory and is the brains of the crew. Tech genius, fact checker, and proud truth-teller, she ensures every joke is backed by a document — and every roast is earned.

“If it’s not true, it’s not Canada Strong.”