Sonja Smits is a Canadian actress recognized for her versatile performances across film, television, and theatre. She gained prominence for her role as Sara Fraser in the acclaimed Canadian television series "Street Legal." Smits' portrayal of the determined and skilled lawyer showcased her acting prowess and earned her critical acclaim. Additionally, she has been the lead in two other TV series, Traders and the Eleventh Hour, as well as many TV movies such as Margret Lawrence's The Diviners. Her feature films, include David Cronenberg's cult classic, "Videodrome" and "Owning Mahoney" with Philip Seymour Hoffman. Sonja has received numerous honours and awards for her work including a Gemini Award-Best Actress, TWFT- Outstanding Achievement Award and ACTRA Award of Excellence. She was the first artist named as President of Harbourfront Centre Board, was a founding member of ACTRA Women's Caucus and served as Chair at Toronto Artscape Foundation. Sonja is the co-owner of Closson Chase Vineyards, a pioneer in the creation of the viticulture region of Prince Edward County.
25 movies · 19 shows
I Come Home
2026·0.0
Star Trek: Section 31
2025·4.7
Better Days
2023·7.0
Hidden Family Secrets
2021·5.7
Drifting Snow
2021·4.0
Heritage Minutes: D-Day
2019·0.0
Flower Shop Mystery: Dearly Depotted
2016·6.5
One Way
2006·5.6
Heritage Minutes: Mona Parsons
2005·0.0
A Different Loyalty
2004·4.8
Siblings
2004·5.1
How to Deal
2003·5.5
Owning Mahowny
2003·6.8
Hidden Heroes
1999·0.0
The Untold Story
1999·0.0
Dead Husbands
1998·5.2
TekWar: TekLords
1994·5.9
Spenser: Pale Kings and Princes
1994·6.7
The Diviners
1993·8.0
Loose Ends
1986·4.0
Command 5
1985·5.0
That's My Baby!
1984·4.3
Videodrome
1983·7.2
The Pit
1981·5.7
War Brides
1980·7.0