River Price-Maenpaa was born in the province of Ontario, located in the heart of Canada, a country that shares the world's longest international border with the United States. As a dual American-Canadian citizen, River possesses a unique blend of cultural influences that have undoubtedly shaped her perspective and artistic expression.
River's journey in the entertainment industry began at the tender age of four, when she first stepped onto a set. Her impressive debut was marked by her role as Laurel in the Amazon Prime TV series "Tales From the Loop", alongside the talented Paul Schneider, in the year 2020.
The following year, River landed a role in the popular children's television show "Blues Clues & You", further solidifying her position as a rising star in the industry. In 2022, River played the role of Young Cea Sunrise in the feature film "North of Normal", which premiered at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF),alongside an impressive cast that included Sarah Gadon, Robert Carlyle, and James D'Arcy. The film was later released in 2023.
During the filming of "North of Normal", River was cast in the role of Young Ruby in the award-winning TV series "Ruby and the Well". Her versatility as an actress was once again showcased when she played the role of Bruce's daughter in the film "Soft", which also premiered at TIFF in 2022.
River's impressive résumé is set to continue growing, as she is slated to play the role of "Faith" in the feature film "Unseen", with filming scheduled to commence in May 2024.
In recognition of her outstanding talent, River has been nominated for and won the prestigious "Nova Star" award in both 2020 and 2021, a testament to her dedication and passion for her craft.
