Shelley Peterson was born in London, Ontario and studied theatre at Dalhousie University, the Banff School of Fine Arts, and Western University. She's worked as an actress in theatre, film and television since childhood. Currently she's working on a new novel, and raises and boards horses at her stable, 'Fox Ridge'. Married to David Peterson, she is the proud mother of Ben, Chloe and Adam, who remain her greatest accomplishments.