Mackenzie Stewart

Mackenzie, a dedicated track and field athlete specializing in high jump and shot put, discovered her passion for bobsleigh while studying at Simon Fraser University. Introduced to the sport by a pilot in need of a brakeman, Mackenzie hesitantly embraced the idea of competing full-time. However, the adrenaline rush of hurtling down the Whistler Sliding Centre track during the winter of 2017 captivated her.

Transitioning from Vancouver to Calgary to be closer to the national team program and training camps, Mackenzie attended a testing camp in the summer, solidifying her commitment to bobsleigh. She subsequently seized the opportunity to compete in the selection races for the Canadian squad, marking the beginning of her journey on Canada's Development Team. Originally a brakewoman, Mackenzie is now honing her skills as a pilot, showcasing her versatility in the sport.

Academically, Mackenzie completed three years of her undergraduate studies at Simon Fraser University, majoring in Criminology and Kinesiology. While she initially planned to finish her studies, Mackenzie is currently taking a break to pursue her Olympic dream in bobsleigh. She has aspirations of returning to post-secondary education to complete her undergraduate degree and then pursue a Master's in Psychology. Her ultimate goal is to become a counsellor and work with at-risk and troubled youth.

Beyond her athletic pursuits, Mackenzie finds joy in outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, swimming, and 4x4ing. She also channels her creativity into drawing and various craft projects. Fun facts about Mackenzie include her ability to walk on her hands, her prowess in animal noise competitions (particularly sounding like a goat), and her unbridled love for popcorn, a snack she could happily indulge in for three meals a day.

Career Highlights

2024 – North American Cup, Park City, USA: 4 (2-woman), 4 (2-woman), 5 (monobob), 5 (monobob)
2024 – North American Cup, Whistler, CAN: 4 (2-woman), 4 (2-woman), 5 (monobob), 3 (monobob)
2024 – Canadian Championships, Whistler, CAN: 1 (2-woman)  
2023 – North American Cup, Lake Placid, USA: 8 (2-woman), 7 (2-woman)
2022 – North American, Cup, Lake Placid, USA: 5 (monobob), 2 (monobob)
2022 – North American Cup, Park City, USA : 3 (monobob), 4 (monobob)
2022 – North American Cup, Whistler, CAN: 4 (monobob)
2020 – Europe Cup, Igls, AUT: 14
2019 – Europe Cup, Konigssee, GER: 19 
2019 – North America’s Cup, Calgary, CAN: 2
2019 – North America’s Cup, Calgary, CAN: 3
Forerunner World Championships in Whistler