Acting
Stephen Cottier
Acting
Biography
Stephen Cottier, born in 1952 in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), migrated to Canada around 1966 with his family. Despite criticism regarding his English accent, particularly from CBC and others, Lois advocated for him, believing he suited the role well, and proceeded with his casting anyway.
Television & Series (1)
"Adventures in Rainbow Country," aired on CBC Television from 1970 to 1971 and later ran on Nickelodeon in the early '80s. Led by Lois Maxwell as Nancy Williams, a widow caring for her children in rural Northern Ontario, the series revolved around family dynamics and featured characters like Billy, his Ojibwa friend Pete Gawa, and bush pilot Dennis McGubgub. Filming took place around Whitefish Falls, near Espanola, and scenes were shot in Birch Island and Manitoulin Island in 1969. With 26 episodes, it had successful reruns in Canada and internationally, appearing on channels like DejaView and Silver Screen Classics. Although never officially cancelled, the series didn't produce more episodes after its initial run.