From her early years in England, Reid's life took a globally oriented turn, as she resided in Germany, Africa, and the United States before ultimately establishing herself in Canada in the year 1964.
It was during her time at Toronto's Lawrence Park Collegiate that Reid first discovered her passion for acting, a fascination that would only continue to grow as she delved deeper into the world of theatre.
Her academic pursuits led her to study theatre at McGill University in the vibrant city of Montreal, Quebec, as well as the renowned Banff Centre for the Arts in the picturesque province of Alberta.