The Canadian television landscape is about to get a massive dose of unfiltered reality as Canada Shore prepares to make its explosive debut. This marks the first time the wildly popular Jersey Shore format has been adapted for a Canadian audience, and producers are promising a cast that is anything but polite and reserved.
The Cast of Canada Shore: Meet the 10 Singles
A group of ten bold singles from across the country are ready to bring the chaos, pledging to flirt, party, and likely hook up in a bid to make every night memorable. Filmed in Kelowna, British Columbia, the show will deliver everything viewers expect: hangovers, hangouts, and, obviously, fights. Despite the inevitable drama, this group is expected to eventually bond like a family.
Earlier in 2025, producers scouted for Canadians aged 19 to 26 who embodied the Shore spirit. Here are the ten individuals who made the final cut and are set to become household names.
Bauer: The Golden Retriever Bodybuilder
Hailing from Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, and now living in Toronto, Bauer is a self-proclaimed golden retriever whose life revolves around the gym. A former competitive lacrosse star turned bodybuilder, he may prefer a date night to a workout, but a gym hangout could be in the cards.
Christopher: The Charismatic Torontonian
This Toronto-born party animal with Jamaican roots is known for his confidence, quick wit, and chaotic charm. Christopher is ready to show there's more to him than a good time and is open to finding a real connection with someone special in the house.
Emmett: The Mischievous Pipefitter
A lifelong Jersey Shore fan from Peterborough now in Vancouver, Emmett is a gym bro with a golden heart and a shiny grill. Working as a pipefitter, he loves building muscle, turning heads, and causing mischievous fun, though he rarely follows his own motto: Know your limit, play within it.
Emmy: The Drama-Stirring Aesthetician
Raised in Amherst, Nova Scotia, and now residing in Fredericton, Emmy always has a flawless face, sharp nails, and a glass of wine in hand. This aesthetician loves to stir up drama but her fun-loving personality also aims to make lifelong friends, so she may not burn too many bridges.
Ethan: The Machine from the GTA
Ethan, from Newmarket and now in Toronto, calls himself The Machine—a nickname viewers will have to tune in to understand. He loves blondes and will flirt with everyone, but warns that a lack of humour is his biggest ick.
Gizelle: The Caribbean TikTok Sensation
Born in Montego Bay, this popular TikToker is ready to bring island vibes to British Columbia. She describes herself as crazy, sexy, cool, though her friends often tease her about her questionable choices in men.
Isaiah: The Skateboarding Thrill-Seeker
From Calgary, this Caribbean-Dutch-African thrill-seeker lives for skateboarding. He has a strict warning for potential love interests: skater girls who like country music or Nickelback need not apply.
Keyaira: The Ambitious Dog Groomer
This Halifax native is a canine-loving dog groomer with big dreams of a luxurious life. Magnetic and flirtatious, she is ready to shake things up in the Kelowna house.
Lila: The Toronto Firecracker
A Toronto firecracker known as the life of the party, Lila has a big booming laugh and an even louder personality. Her friends describe her as a walking good time, ensuring no dull moments when she's on screen.
Ryleigh: The Complex Nova Scotian
From Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, Ryleigh has a wild streak but a gentle heart and zero tolerance for nonsense. A mixed bag, she loves journaling, playing The Sims, drinking tequila, and dancing. She's out to prove that good karma and bad decisions can coexist.
How to Watch Canada Shore
Canada Shore is set to debut exclusively on Paramount+ in Canada on January 22. To build hype, the all-new MTV Jersey Shore Channel has launched on Pluto TV, featuring classic moments from the original series.
The beloved original Jersey Shore made stars of Mike The Situation Sorrentino, DJ Pauly D, JWOWW, Snooki, and the rest of the cast. The format has now spawned 18 spinoffs worldwide, including recent additions like Aussie Shore and Frenchie Shore.
