Sladen Peltier

Sladen Peltier is a Canadian actor.[1] He is most noted for his performance in the film Indian Horse, for which he was nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the 6th Canadian Screen Awards in 2018.[2]

Peltier currently resides in Ottawa, Ontario and is from Wiikwemkoong Unceded Reserve located on Manitoulin Island in Ontario.[1] He was cast in the film, his first ever acting role, after responding to a casting announcement looking for First Nations children who could skate.[1]

References
  1. "Wikwemikong youth lands a leading role". Manitoulin Expositor, December 7, 2016.
  2. "Whirlwind year for Sladen Peltier, 11, may be capped with Canadian Screen Award". APTN National News, February 2, 2018.


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