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Sandrine Bisson

Sandrine Bisson is a Québécoise actress from Quebec City, Canada, active in film, television, and theatre.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Sandrine Bisson is a Québécoise actress from Quebec City, Canada. She graduated from the National Theatre School of Canada in 1999. She is known for roles in Ricardo Trogi’s autobiographical films, including 1981, 1987, 1991, and 1995.

Early life and education

Sandrine Bisson was born in Quebec City in 1975. She studied at the National Theatre School of Canada and completed her training in 1999 before beginning a professional acting career.

Career

Bisson has built a career in film, television, short films, and theatre. Sources describe her as active in Quebec productions for more than 25 years, with notable roles in both dramatic and comedic projects.

Film roles and recognition

She is especially associated with Ricardo Trogi’s films 1981, 1987, 1991, and 1995. Her performance in 1981 won the Jutra Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2010, and other sources note further nominations and awards, including Iris and Gémeaux honours.

Television and theatre work

Bisson has appeared in several Quebec television series and has remained active on stage. Theatre biographies note performances with companies such as Duceppe, Denise-Pelletier, La Licorne, and the Théâtre du Rideau Vert. Her credits include Le temps des framboises, Le bonheur, Léo, Fragile, Épidémie, Mensonges, and Les beaux malaises.

Key facts

  • Graduated from the National Theatre School of Canada in 1999.
  • Has worked across film, television, and theatre in Quebec.
  • Won the Jutra Award for Best Supporting Actress for 1981 in 2010.
  • Known for portraying Claudette in Ricardo Trogi’s film series.
  • Additional credits include Le temps des framboises, Le bonheur, Léo, and others.
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Canadian context

Bisson is a Quebec-born Canadian performer whose career is closely tied to French-language screen and stage productions in Quebec, making her relevant to Canadian film, television, and theatre audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Sandrine Bisson?
She is a Canadian actress from Quebec City known for film, television, and theatre work in Quebec.
When was Sandrine Bisson born?
She was born on 22 June 1975.
What is Sandrine Bisson best known for?
She is best known for roles in Ricardo Trogi’s films, including 1981, 1987, 1991, and 1995.
Did Sandrine Bisson win any awards?
Yes. Sources report a Jutra Award for Best Supporting Actress for 1981, along with additional Iris and Gémeaux recognition.
Where did Sandrine Bisson study?
She studied at the National Theatre School of Canada and graduated in 1999.
What languages or markets is she associated with?
She is mainly associated with Quebec’s French-language film, television, and theatre scene.

References

  1. Wikipedia (French)https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandrine_Bisson
    Supports: Birth place, birth year, education, and Jutra Award for 1981.
  2. Théâtre Denise-Pelletierhttps://www.denise-pelletier.qc.ca/biographies/sandrine-bisson/
    Supports: Career overview, film/TV/theatre credits, awards, and stage work.
  3. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0084368/
    Supports: Date and place of birth; acting credits.
  4. Sandrine Bisson official sitehttps://sandrinebisson.com/
    Supports: Official biography describing her career in cinema, television, and theatre.
  5. Théâtre La Licornehttps://theatrelalicorne.com/biographies/sandrine-bisson/
    Supports: Education, career summary, theatre affiliations, and notable screen roles.
  6. Canadian Academyhttps://www.academy.ca/2025/sandrine-bisson/
    Supports: Association with the film 1995 and nomination context.