During the last fifty odd years Eric Peterson has appeared on most major stages across Canada, as well as Broadway, London’s West End, the Edinburgh Festival and the Melbourne International Theatre Festival. He is noted for co-creating and originating Billy Bishop Goes To War on stage, for television and as feature film.
His work in Canadian film and television includes many guest star appearances and as a series regular on STREET LEGAL, THIS IS WONDERLAND, and CORNER GAS.
He holds honorary doctorates from the University of Saskatchewan and the University of Regina, is a recipient of the Governor General’s Lifetime Artistic Achievement Award (Theatre) and is a member of the Order of Canada.