Meet the newest bakers to compete in the tent on Season 8 of CBC's The Great Canadian Baking Show

From coast to coast, we found an incredibly talented group of home-taught bakers to compete is Season 8 of The Great Canadian Baking Show.
From an ecologist to a bookkeeper and the first home baker to compete from New Brunswick, we think this will be the most exciting season yet!
Watch | Official trailer for Season 8 of The Great Canadian Baking Show
Tune in Sunday, October 6 at 8 pm (8:30 NT) for the season launch on CBC and CBC Gem.
Guillaume Boivin

Guillaume is a psychologist who loves both bugs and baking!
Christine Campbell

Christine was inspired to bake by her grandmother who was the pastry chef at a children's hospital. She's also the first baker in the tent from New Brunswick.
Jen Childs

Jen has auditioned for every show since Season 1 and now she's finally entering the tent.
Patty De Guia

Patty is the ultimate cat mom who brings a wicked sense of humour to the tent.
Elora Khanom

Elora started baking at home so that her diabetic son could enjoy treats.
Pamela Kramer

Pamela is a high school co-op teacher who is known for her tasty bakes.
Réjean Mayer

Réjean is retired and started baking as a way to connect with his adopted daughter.
Erica Schell

Erica is an ecologist who learned to bake from her mother and grandmother.
Marcus Tam

Marcus comes from an entire family of accountants and first learned to bake during the pandemic.
Rita Vathje

Rita is all about having fun in her retirement. She's entering the tent as an homage to her mother, who was a huge fan of the show.
Watch the Great Canadian Baking Show on CBC Gem.