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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Hannah Watson
Ryan Dufton
Way to go, Andrew! Great work!
Great North Physiotherapy
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Darren, Julie, Pax, Sloan, Magnolia and Lucky 🍀 Murphy
What an ambition Andrew! What you’re doing cannot be measured on a scoreboard, and goes far beyond the game as you’re making a real difference in people’s lives. Proud of you as a player, and an amazing young man.
Karen Chiusolo
Congrats on a great cause Andrew…you’re I spearing so many!! So proud of you
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JJ's Family
As JJs grandma and Great Aunt we are both matching JJ's donation of $47($47*2)
Jordyn Goldrick
I finished Chemo and promised to donating $1 for everyday of chemo I had to do! 47Days=$47
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Madden Wagner
You’re a beast!
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Alix MacNiel
Ted Scharf
Veronica Stephenson
Theresa Foss
Chris Nezny
Good work Andrew!
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Patrick McNaughton
Andrea Sutherland
Congratulations on exceeding your goal, Andrew! Go Rangers!
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Harrison Yoshy
Way to go Andrew! Thank YOU for all of your support and for being such a great hero!
