Dalmar Abuzeid

Personal context

Summary

Dalmar Abuzeid is a Canadian actor known for Degrassi: The Next Generation, Shoot the Messenger, and Anne with an E. In a 2021 CRTC hearing, he said Canadian stories should reflect the country’s diversity, described the value of seeing performers like himself on screen, and called for race-based data and greater accountability in broadcasting. He has also spoken about feeling included and represented as a black Canadian through Anne with an E, and said he wants to provide examples for future generations. His public record includes advocacy for representation and diversity in Canadian media; no public statements on party politics or LGBTQ advocacy are on record.