
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.

Videodrome
1983 · as Bianca O'Blivion

Star Trek: Section 31
2025 · as Terran Proctor

Owning Mahowny
2003 · as Dana Selkirk

How to Deal
2003

War Brides
1980 · as Lisa

TekWar: TekLords
1994 · as Kate Cardigan

Better Days
2023 · as Kate

A Different Loyalty
2004 · as Fay Tolland

One Way
2006 · as Linda Birk

The Pit
1981 · as Mrs. Lynde

The Diviners
1993

Flower Shop Mystery: Dearly Depotted
2016 · as Glory Osbourne

Drifting Snow
2021 · as Joanne

Heritage Minutes: D-Day
2019 · as Narrator (voice)

Dead Husbands
1998 · as Sheila Feinstein

Loose Ends
1986 · as Carla

Command 5
1985 · as Winslow

That's My Baby!
1984