[1] She graduated with a BA in Theatre and Sociology (Hons) from Queen's University, and went on to study at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City.
[1] Gifford performed in plays at Theatre Kingston and the Thousand Islands Playhouse while attending university,[1][2] including in Lions in the Streets (1999),[3] The River (2000),[4] Perfect Pie (2001),[5] and Hay Fever (2001).
[8][9] She was also selected to host the "Battle of the Mascots", a kids segment, that was part of CBC's coverage of the 2004 Grey Cup.
[12] Gifford wrote the script for the drama feature film Kangaroo Island, directed by her husband Tim (as Timothy David).
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