Adam was born in Brockville Ontario, Canada. He found his love for acting in his high school years when he played some lead roles in Theatre Productions. After moving to Toronto and completing his studies at Ryerson Adam began focusing on his acting career. He has been in shows such as Nikita, Hannibal, Taken, Handmaid's Tale and Star Trek: Discovery. He has also been cast in many stunt roles due to his athletic, martial art and performer abilities.