Born in Drummondville, Quebec, she began her acting career in the late 1990s. Gaining attention for her role in "Set Me Free" (1999), she became a prominent figure in Canadian cinema. She won a Genie Award for "Polytechnique" (2009), a film she also co-produced. Expanding her career internationally, she starred in the ABC series "Pan Am" and appeared in "Revenge." Known for her versatility and depth, she continues to work in both French and English-language productions.