A Canadian actor, producer, director, and writer, he gained fame for his role as Constable Benton Fraser in the TV series "Due South." Born in Calgary, Alberta, he studied drama at the University of Alberta. His career spans theater, film, and television, with notable works including "Men with Brooms" and "Passchendaele," both of which he also directed and produced. Renowned for his contributions to Canadian arts, he has received several awards and accolades throughout his career.