YEAA Shorts: Exhibition Series & Screening Event (July 31)
2026-07-31 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Blessing in Disguise, 150 John Street, Toronto, ON, M5V 3E3, Canada
Join the YEAA Committee of ACTRA Toronto for an evening celebrating short films created by ACTRA members.
YEAA Shorts: Exhibition Series is a year-long initiative designed to showcase outstanding ACTRA-made short films and inspire the next generation of filmmakers within our union. Selected films will screen at Rolling Pictures’ screening room in downtown Toronto, followed by a moderated Q&A with participating artists.
Event Details
🗓️July 31, 2026
📍 Rolling Pictures – 150 John Street, Toronto
🕡 Doors Open: 6:30 PM
🎬 Screenings Begin: 7:00 PM
🎤 Q&A: 8:30 PM – 8:45 PM
Seating is limited to 20 ACTRA members. Advance registration is required to secure your spot (see below). Registration closes at 11:30 p.m. on July 30, 2026, or when maximum capacity is reached.
As YEAA is a committee focused on ACTRA members who can play ages 17–30, members within this demographic will be prioritized in registration.
Afterparty
The celebration continues at Blessing in Disguise (150 John St, Toronto, ON M5V 3E3) immediately following the screening.
Come support fellow ACTRA members, connect with emerging filmmakers, and celebrate the creative work happening within our community.
We look forward to seeing you there.

ACTRA Toronto Council Meeting (August 5)
2026-08-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Hybrid, 625 Church Street, Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario, M4Y2G1, Canada
ACTRA Toronto members are invited to attend the upcoming ACTRA Toronto Council meeting on Wednesday, August 5, 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 Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 12 p.m. ET.

Members selected to attend as observers will be notified by email by 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

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

YEAA Scripts Table Read (Peer)
2026-08-06 13:00 - 16:00 | ACTRA Toronto Main Office, 625 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario, M4Y2G1, Canada
The second YEAA Scripts table read will take place on Thursday, August 6th, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the ACTRA Toronto office (625 Church Street, Suite 200, Toronto)! We’re looking for YEAA ACTRA members who are interested in observing the table read and providing their feedback after the reading.
A pre-cast group of YEAA performers will read Peer, a pilot script written by WGC member, Josh Granovsky. Josh grew up in Toronto with the dreams of abandoning free healthcare to follow his passions. He is an Executive Story Editor on CTV/The CW’s “Sullivan’s Crossing” and co-wrote its Season 3 finale. He previously wrote material for the live touring show of Crave/Hulu’s “Letterkenny” and his short film “WYD?” screened at the National Screen Institute, TO Webfest, Canada Shorts Film Festival, and more. He graduated from USC’s Writing for Screen and Television MFA program, where he won the Jack Oakie Comedy Award. He was also selected for Out in Hollywood’s 2023 Out Loud List and received the Telefilm Canada New Voices Award.
Following the reading, participants and the audience will have the opportunity to discuss the script and provide feedback in a collaborative development environment.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Capacity is limited. Please RSVP below to watch the table read by 4 p.m. ET on Wednesday, August 5th, 2026, to confirm your attendance.
