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Overview
"Adventures in Rainbow Country," aired on CBC Television from 1970 to 1971 and later ran on Nickelodeon in the early '80s. Led by Lois Maxwell as Nancy Williams, a widow caring for her children in rural Northern Ontario, the series revolved around family dynamics and featured characters like Billy, his Ojibwa friend Pete Gawa, and bush pilot Dennis McGubgub. Filming took place around Whitefish Falls, near Espanola, and scenes were shot in Birch Island and Manitoulin Island in 1969. With 26 episodes, it had successful reruns in Canada and internationally, appearing on channels like DejaView and Silver Screen Classics. Although never officially cancelled, the series didn't produce more episodes after its initial run.
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Creator
Series Cast
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Nancy Williams
26 Episodes
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Pete Gawa
26 Episodes
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Hannah Wiliams (daughter)
26 Episodes
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Roger Lemieux
26 Episodes
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Billy Williams (son)
26 Episodes
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Dennis McGubgub (bush pilot)
26 Episodes
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Dougall McGregor
26 Episodes
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stunt double / Officer Nixon (Recurring)
26 Episodes
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Dr. Janet Rhoades (young doctor), Sportscar driver
2 Episodes
Last Season
Season 1
1970 • 26 Episodes
Lois Maxwell portrayed "Nancy Williams," a widow and mother living with her two teenagers, Billy and Hanna, in a secluded Lake Huron cove. Maxwell, famous for her role as Miss Moneypenny in the James Bond films, anchored the drama. The series focused on the adventures of Billy and his Ojibway friend Pete in the northern Ontario wilderness. It was a collaborative international effort involving Manitou Productions, CBC, Television Films Ltd. (Britain), and ABC Films (Britain) alongside the Australian Broadcasting Commission.
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Status Ended
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Type Scripted
Original Language English
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