Josette Jorge is a Canadian actress from Tsawwassen, British Columbia.[1] She is most noted as a two-time Canadian Screen Award winner for Best Supporting Performance in a Children's or Youth Program or Series, winning at the 13th Canadian Screen Awards in 2025 for Ruby and the Well,[2] and at the 14th Canadian Screen Awards in 2026 for The Unstoppable Jenny Garcia.[3]
She also runs a drama training school, Ivy Speech Arts Academy, with her husband, actor Fane Tse.[4]
In 2022 she played the dual role of the mother and the nanny in the world premiere of Ins Choi's stage play Bad Parent.[5]
Awards
| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Screen Awards | 2025 | Best Supporting Performance in a Children's or Youth Program or Series | Ruby and the Well | Won | [2] |
| Best Voice Performance | Open Season: Call of Nature | Nominated | [4] | ||
| Best Writing in an Animated Program or Series | Galapagos X | Nominated | |||
| 2026 | Best Supporting Performance in a Children's or Youth Program or Series | The Unstoppable Jenny Garcia | Won | [3] | |
| Best Supporting Performance in a Web Program or Series | Settle Down | Nominated | [6] |
References
- Dave Willis, "South Delta actress lands dream job with new YTV show". Delta Optimist, March 16, 2015.
- Jamie Casemore, "CSAs ‘25: Wynonna Earp: Vengeance leads scripted TV wins". Playback, May 31, 2025.
- Christine Pagulayan, "Children's Television Awards: Super Team Canada, Odd Squad get top honours at CSAs". CBC News, May 28, 2026.
- Phil Melnychuk, "Toronto actress back in Tsawwassen to say hi to family, friends". Delta Optimist, September 17, 2025.
- Charlie Smith, "Bad Parent mom Josette Jorge is ready to sink her teeth into a role that rings ever so true". The Georgia Straight, April 13, 2022.
- Connie Thiessen, "North of North leads 2026 Canadian Screen Awards nominations". Broadcast Dialogue, March 25, 2026.