This year’s Black History Month theme is “Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations.” ACTRA Toronto celebrates by spotlighting the organizations and Black leaders creating change in our industry. Tonya Williams and the Reelworld Screen Institute – Founded…
We are thrilled to share some fantastic news to kick off 2025 on a high note! ACTRA members have overwhelmingly ratified the new Independent Production Agreement (IPA), marking a historic moment for our union and the industry.
ACTRA Toronto Statement of Support ACTRA Toronto extends our heartfelt support and sympathy to our members and all those impacted by the fires burning across Los Angeles County, which have killed at least five people, forced the evacuation of nearly 180,000 others, destroyed more than 1,000 structures, and show no…
TORONTO, ON – On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, the ACTRA Toronto Council elected Kate Ziegler to succeed David Gale as the new President of ACTRA Toronto. The President sits for a two-year term in accordance with the ACTRA Toronto By-Laws.
Dear ACTRA Toronto Members, I’m pleased to provide an update on your ACTRA Toronto bargaining team’s progress in negotiating the Independent Production Agreement (IPA) on your behalf. The second round of in-person negotiations with producers started on December 9 in Toronto. Progress to Date Your bargaining team remains steadfast in…
Daniel Friedman of Compass Artist Management took advantage of the trust inherent in his professional relationships with performers and was has been arrested and charged in October 2023 after allegedly defrauding more than 60 victims. This is why we are asking the Government of Ontario to create legislation, as requested…
