Jan 13, 2026
Wayne Charles Baker is an Indigenous Canadian actor from the
Squamish Nation, celebrated for his powerful and authentic
portrayals of First Nations stories on screen. Since the early
2000s, Wayne has built a distinguished career in film and
television, bringing depth, strength, and cultural resonance to
every role he takes on.
He stars in the upcoming feature film Capitaine, which will be released in Canada on January 16, 2026. He just wrapped a supporting role as Bob in the feature Villeneuve. Baker appears as recurring guest Gary Martin, alongside Henry Czerny, on Bon Cop Bad Cop, a Crave Original bilingual series featuring dialogue in both English and French, which will premiere in 2026. Wayne also appears in HBO’s Stephen King’s IT: Welcome to Derry as Chief John.
In the feature film Capitaine, Baker stars as
Capitaine, a former gunner in the Canadian Navy and now an offshore
fisherman, who hopes his daughter Mia will take over his
business.
Wayne's filmography spans acclaimed productions such as
Indian Horse, Bury My Heart at Wounded
Knee, The Canyonlands,
and Autumn and the Black
Jaguar. On television, his standout performances
include roles in Blackstone (as
Chief Joe), NCIS, Arctic Air, Murdoch
Mysteries, Supernatural, Unité
9, and Da Vinci’s City
Hall.
Beyond acting, Baker is the host of Closer to Home on APTN, where he continues his mission to share stories that bridge cultures and celebrate Indigenous identity.
Beyond acting, Baker is the host of Closer to Home on APTN, where he continues his mission to share stories that bridge cultures and celebrate Indigenous identity.
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