Maple Rocket: The Prairie Powerhouse

Interviewer: “Maple Rocket, some say it’s unusual for a beaver from Alberta to become a world-class bobsledder…”
Maple Rocket: “Yeah… it’s pretty flat.”
Interviewer: “So what’s your recipe for success?”
Maple Rocket: “A hearty meal and support from my fans.”

This structure captures Maple Rocket mid-race, perched atop a sleek, high-speed bobsled built from carefully stacked cans in bold Canadian colours. Designed to convey motion and precision, the sled slices forward with determination—just like its driver.

Every can will help support the Edmonton Food Bank and those in need, powered by Maple Rocket’s recipe for success. Just mix beans, tomatoes, and vegetables, and you’ve got a warm, hearty chili.

Because with the right ingredients and a strong community behind you, there’s no limit to how far you CAN go.

Team:
Cailynne Weisgerber, Captain
Aidan Cooper
Aiden Aniskowicz
Andrew Davis
Ben Joy
Edward Apolonio
Elisabeth Christensen
Ian Ullrich
Jason Tao
Katherine Hoskins
Kiran Kaur
Mellisa Laviolette

Special Thanks to our other team members: Chris Pham, Roland Stroebele, Sebastien Charron, Shannon Amero, Sheldon McCormick, Meaghan Harvey, Ryan Betker, Ryan Blommaert

Special Thanks to (supporters): McElhanney Cares and all other McElhanney staff and family members.