ACTRA Toronto Council Meeting (November 19)
2025-11-19 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Zoom (Virtual)
ACTRA Toronto members are invited to attend the upcoming ACTRA Toronto Council meeting on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 2 to 5 p.m. ET as an observer. Registration is required.

Before registering, please note:

You must be a Full member, Apprentice or AABP in good standing to be eligible to observe the meeting.

Registration does not guarantee attendance. Limited online spots are available.

Preference will be given to ACTRA Toronto Committee Chairs and active volunteers.

Registration deadline is Monday, November 17, 2025, at 4 p.m. ET.

Members who have been selected to attend as observers will be notified by email by 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

NOTE: Observers attend ACTRA Toronto Council meetings at the invitation of Council and agree to be bound by the instructions of the Chair.

Voice Committee Meeting RSVP – Friday, November 28, 2025, at 2 p.m.
2025-11-28 14:00 - 17:00 | ACTRA Toronto Main Office, 625 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario, M4Y2G1, Canada
The next Voice Committee meeting is taking place on Friday November 28, 2025, at 2 p.m. in the ACTRA Toronto office (625 Church Street, suite 200) in downtown Toronto.
Please note this is an in-person meeting.
Registration is required. To confirm your attendance, please complete the form below. Please RSVP by Wednesday, November 26 at 12 p.m.
Thank you for registering for the Voice Committee Meeting on Friday, November 28 at 2 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there!

ACTRA Toronto Council Meeting (December 2)
2025-12-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Zoom (Virtual)
ACTRA Toronto members are invited to attend the upcoming ACTRA Toronto Council meeting on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Start time will be confirmed on Monday December 1. Registration is required.

Before registering, please note:

You must be a Full member, Apprentice or AABP in good standing to be eligible to observe the meeting.

Registration does not guarantee attendance. Limited online spots are available.

Preference will be given to ACTRA Toronto Committee Chairs and active volunteers.

Registration deadline is Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Members who have been selected to attend as observers will be notified by email by 4 p.m. ET on Monday, December 1, 2025.

NOTE: Observers attend ACTRA Toronto Council meetings at the invitation of Council and agree to be bound by the instructions of the Chair.

TAW*C Seminar: Coping, Confidence & Well-Being (December 5)
2025-12-05 13:30 - 15:00 | Hybrid, 625 Church Street, Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario, M4Y2G1, Canada
TAW*C is hosting a Self Care & Love Seminar on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. ET in the ACTRA Toronto Boardroom (625 Church St, suite 200, Toronto, ON). This event is open to women, non-binary, transgender members, and TAW*C members.
As we all know, our industry can be incredibly rewarding—but also uniquely demanding.
Constant auditions, unpredictable schedules, public scrutiny, long days on set, and the emotional labour that comes with creative work can deeply impact our mental and emotional well-being.
That’s why taking care of ourselves and believing in ourselves—isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. Prioritizing our inner balance, resilience, and grounding allows us to show up as our best, most authentic selves in both our work and personal lives.
This seminar is designed to support exactly that.
TAW*C is honoured to welcome Tish Binzangi and Tahirah Reynolds as the seminar speakers. They each bring deep expertise, heart and lived experience to their work, and we’re excited for the conversations and tools they’ll be sharing.
This session will be offered in a hybrid format, so you’re welcome to join in person or via Zoom, whichever works best for you.
Topics:

Coping with rejection
Managing anxiety and stress on set
Work–life balance in the industry

Extras:

Guided meditation or energy-clearing exercise for confidence

✨ Special Surprise:
Two in-person participants have a chance win a 20-minute individual session with the speakers.
Pizza and pop will be provided for in-person attendees. Please note, only 30 in-person spots are available.
Registration is below. Registration closes at 4:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, December 4, 2025. The Zoom link will be sent to online participants Friday morning.
If you have any questions, please email tawc@actratoronto.com
About the speakers :
⭐ Tahirah Reynolds
Tahirah is a therapist, registered social worker, and artist with over 10 years of experience dedicated to creating spaces where racialized communities feel seen, valued, and empowered. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto, specializing in mental health and health. Her previous roles include work as a youth worker at 360°kids and as a research assistant at the University of Toronto.
Tahirah currently practices with Breanna Chanelle Therapeutic Services and provides trauma therapy through the Canadian Mental Health Association’s Black Health and Social Services Hub. Rooted in a commitment to liberation, she brings warmth, honesty, humour, and depth to conversations on race, mental health, and identity.
⭐ Tish Binzangi
Tish is a registered therapist with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), with over 10 years of diverse experience across social services and mental health. She has supported children, youth, adults, and families in various settings, including the education system—where she served as a Child and Youth Worker with the York Region District School Board—as well as special needs therapy (IBI and ABA), newcomer settlement services, and programs supporting individuals and families impacted by drug and alcohol addiction.
Her approach is grounded, compassionate, and deeply client-centered.

Minors Committee Meeting & Festive Social (December 10)
2025-12-10 17:00 - 19:00 | ACTRA Toronto Main Office, 625 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario, M4Y2G1, Canada
NEW: Check out the news below about the amazing raffle prizes!
Join the Minors Committee for its next in-person meeting, which will include a Festive Social.
When: December 10, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. ET
Where: ACTRA Toronto Boardroom (625 Church Street, suite 200, Toronto, ON)
What you can look forward to:

Brief Report from the Chair including introducing two new proposals based on issues raised by members
Food, Photobooth, Games and lots more fun
NEW: A raffle for 5 amazing prizes donated by top Toronto acting coaches and self-tape studios! Each prize is a 30-minute private coaching session – perfect for polishing an audition or leveling up your skills. We’re grateful to Jinny Wong, The Craft Studio, Alison Deon, Krystal Meadows and Tarah Consoli for their generous contributions to make these fantastic raffle prizes possible!

The ACTRA Toronto Minors Committee is member-driven and is open to our younger performers, their parents and guardians. It’s a space to connect, share experiences and collaborate on how as a community we can better support young talent in our industry. To learn more about the Committee, please visit the Minors Committee Page.
Please share this invitation with other ACTRA members (AABP, Apprentice and Full) who may not be on our mailing list. The more voices the better! Even if you can only attend part of the meeting, we’d still love to have you there!
Registration is required. To help the Committee plan for food and fun, please RSVP by 12 p.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025! Can’t wait to see you there!

outACTRAto Meeting
2025-12-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Zoom (Virtual)
outACTRAto meetings are on the third Tuesday of every month. We hope to see you there!

Reel Talk: Stunt Curious?
2025-12-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Hybrid, 625 Church Street, Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario, M4Y2G1, Canada
Have you ever been curious about the world of stunts but not quite sure where to start?
Ever wondered what it really takes to become a stunt performer?
ACTRA Toronto’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee and outACTRAto are excited to co-present Reel Talk: Stunt Curious?
This panel discussion features Tig Fong (Nikita, The Expanse), Angelica Lisk-Hann (Cross, Book of Negroes, Kick-Ass 2), and Daniel Lavigne (The Greatest, Cross).
When: December 16, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. ET
Where: In-person at the ACTRA Toronto Office (625 Church Street, 2nd floor) or live on Zoom.
Join us for a dynamic and insightful conversation with these industry leading stunt performers and coordinators. We’ll explore the realities of working in stunt performance today and what it means specifically for BIPOC, Queer, and Disabled performers. Light refreshments for attendees will follow. This event is open to ACTRA Toronto members in good standing only.
Click here to register to attend on Zoom.
Complete the form below to attend in person. In-person registration closes at 4 p.m. ET on December 16, 2025. Space is limited and registration will be confirmed.

YEAA Winter Wonderland Holiday Party
2025-12-22 15:30 - 18:30 | ACTRA Toronto Main Office, 625 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario, M4Y2G1, Canada
Season’s Greetings!
Get ready to step into a Winter Wonderland! The YEAA Committee is hosting our annual Holiday Party on December 22, and you’re warmly invited.
Celebrate the season with:

Games & prizes
A festive dinner spread
Gourmet hot chocolate station
White Elephant Gift Exchange (optional)
Holiday card signing for charity

and a whole lot of winter magic ❄️
Holiday sweaters are highly encouraged!

ACTRA Toronto Council Meeting (January 6)
2026-01-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Zoom (Virtual)
ACTRA Toronto members are invited to attend the upcoming ACTRA Toronto Council meeting on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET. Registration is required.

Before registering, please note:

You must be a Full member, Apprentice or AABP in good standing to be eligible to observe the meeting.

Registration does not guarantee attendance. Limited online spots are available.

Preference will be given to ACTRA Toronto Committee Chairs and active volunteers.

Registration deadline is Friday, January 1, 2026, at 11:30 p.m. ET.

Members who have been selected to attend as observers will be notified by email by 4 p.m. ET on Monday, January 5, 2026.

NOTE: Observers attend ACTRA Toronto Council meetings at the invitation of Council and agree to be bound by the instructions of the Chair.
