Jan Caruana's career has been marked by a diverse array of accomplishments and experiences. As a multiple Canadian Comedy Award winner, she has established herself as a mainstay of Toronto's vibrant theatre scene, renowned for her exceptional improvisational skills and quick wit.
A notable highlight of her career has been her involvement with "One Night Only", a fully improvised two-act musical that premiered at Factory Theatre and was later showcased in an Off-Broadway workshop production in 2018. This impressive achievement earned her a Dora Award as part of the ensemble for "The Wonder Pageant".
In addition to her work on stage, Jan has also made notable appearances in various films and television shows, including Baroness Von Sketch, Rookie Blue, Odd Squad, Mean Girls, Pretty Hard Cases, and Kim's Convenience.
As a writer, Jan has garnered a Canadian Screen Award nomination for her work on City TV's Sunnyside and the YTV youth sketch show That's So Weird, where she created some of the series' most memorable and colourful characters. Her impressive portfolio also includes writing credits for The Baroness Von Sketch Show, The Happy House of Frightenstein, and the international sensation The Next Step on BBCKids.
Furthermore, Jan is a writer and panelist for CBC's hit panel show Because News with Gavin Crawford, solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile creative force in the Canadian entertainment industry.
