ANDREW'S AMBITION
ABOUT ANDREW'S MISSION
The Kitchener Rangers and defenceman Andrew MacNiel are proud to announce the launch of a new charitable initiative, Andrew’s Ambition, aimed at raising vital funds for childhood cancer research and support. This season-long effort will benefit the Grace Bowen Tribute Fund and the SickKids Foundation; two organizations committed to advancing care and research for children and families affected by pediatric cancer.
Inspired by the spirit of young cancer heroes like Grace Bowen — the nine-year-old Ontario hockey enthusiast whose legacy recently led to the renaming of the Grace Bowen Arena in Cobourg in her honour — Andrew’s Ambition seeks to transform on-ice performance into meaningful community impact. Grace’s story continues to inspire advocacy and fundraising for childhood cancer causes across Canada.
How It Works
Throughout the remainder of the 2025-26 season, Andrew MacNiel will donate $2 for every shot he blocks in Kitchener Rangers games. The Rangers organization will match his commitment by contributing $10 for every blocked shot, effectively amplifying the impact of every defensive play. Together, the player and organization aim to raise significant funds that will be directed toward life-saving research and family support programs.
Supporting Critical Childhood Cancer Research
All funds raised through Andrew’s Ambition will be donated to the Grace Bowen Tribute Fund at the SickKids Foundation, honoring the memory and courage of Grace Bowen by supporting initiatives aligned with her passion and resilience. The SickKids Foundation raised funds to support the Hospital for Sick Children — a global leader in pediatric health care and research. Through donor contributions, SickKids is able to push the boundaries of child health research, innovate treatments, and provide compassionate care for young patients and their families.
“We’re proud to turn each blocked shot into an opportunity to support meaningful work on behalf of kids fighting cancer,” said Andrew MacNiel.
“This initiative reflects our team’s commitment not just to hockey, but to the incredible children and families who inspire us every day.”
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Madden Wagner
You’re a beast!
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Good work Andrew!
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Congratulations on exceeding your goal, Andrew! Go Rangers!
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Way to go Andrew! Thank YOU for all of your support and for being such a great hero!
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Great initiative!! Thank you for all the work you are doing for sick kids!!
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Congratulations Andrew on a great initiative!
Jack, George, Erika & Paul
Great work Andrew! So proud of you!
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Richard Cudney
Thank you so very much Andrew. Richard and I are inspired by your actions. As our daughter is also a cancer survivor, we have come to understand the effects of the journey through this disease. Hopefully, the financial burdens these individuals face, can also be addressed. Your commitment to this cause is hope giving and deeply felt. Thank you. Sincerely, Charlotte Cudney
Andy & Brenda Kirkland
Keep up the great work, Andrew.
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This is amazing! Have a great season!
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Michael & Rebecca Farrugia
So proud of you Andrew! Always thinking of others. Amazing work captain.
