Biography
Ava Grace Cooper is an award-winning young Canadian actress from Vancouver, B.C.
Following in the footsteps of her brother, Christian Michael Cooper, Ava began her acting career at the age of five.
Her breakthrough came with the role of young Krista (Haley Lu Richardson) in the feature film Edge of Seventeen. Soon after, she landed her most recognized role as Opal Weisse in the beloved Hallmark series When Calls The Heart. Ava has been part of the series for 11 seasons and recently completed filming Season 13, with Season 14 scheduled for summer 2026.
Over the years, Ava has appeared in several Hallmark movies, including A Summer Romance (starring Erin Krakow and Ryan Paevey), Mingle All The Way, A Midnight Kiss, and Holiday Date. She also featured in the TV series Beyond for multiple seasons, working alongside a talented cast, and had the opportunity to be part of Miracle Season with Helen Hunt, Erin Moriarty, and William Hurt. Despite her young age, Ava has gained experience across various TV series, feature films, Hallmark projects, streaming series, TV movies, and independent films.
Ava and her brother Christian Michael Cooper have shared many projects, such as When Calls The Heart, Beyond, Falling For Vermont, and Supernatural, though they have yet to portray siblings on screen.
Throughout her career, Ava has earned numerous awards, especially for her portrayal of Opal Weisse in When Calls The Heart.
Outside of acting, Ava is deeply involved in competitive dance, specializing in Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, and Ballet. When not dancing, taking singing lessons, or filming, she enjoys spending time outdoors with family and friends, engaging in activities like hiking, swimming, boating, and skiing.
