The ACTRA Awards celebrate outstanding performances of and achievements by ACTRA Toronto members. The Awards are an opportunity to applaud the artistic accomplishments of our peers, who include some of Canada’s most gifted performers.
The 23rd ACTRA Awards in Toronto are proudly presented by:
Event Information
The 23rd ACTRA Awards in Toronto will be hosted by Angelica Lisk-Hann!
WHEN: Thursday, May 8th, 2025
WHERE: Koerner Hall at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning (273 Bloor Street West, Toronto)
The evening event includes:
Welcome Reception 6-7:30 p.m.
Awards Ceremony starts at 7:30 p.m.
After Awards Soirée (until 11:30 p.m.)
Program
Land Acknowledgement – Jennifer Podemski
Remarks – Marit Stiles, Bonnie Crombie, Mohamed Firin
Emcee – Angelica Hann / Live Voice Over – Nneka Atto / DJ – Mark Gagnon
ACTRA Toronto President Remarks – Kate Zeigler
Outstanding Performance Voice Categories –
Presenters
Cory Doran
Humberly Gonzales
Outstanding Performance Youth Voice
Non-Conforming or Female
Non-Conforming or Male
Stunt Ensemble Award – Angelica Lisk Hann
Outstanding Performance –
Presenters:
Andrew Phung
Emma Hunter
Outstanding Performance – Male
Outstanding Performance – Female
Life Members – Jean Yoon
Stunt Award – Presenter TJ Scott, awarded to Cotton Mather
Life Member – Leesa Levinson
Presenter: Joy Tanner, ACTRA Toronto Counsellor
In-Memoriam –
Live performance, Karrnnel Sawitsky and Eric Wright
Outstanding Performance On-Camera Non-Binary/Gender Non-Conforming
Presenters:
Madelaine Rose
Asher Rose
Sponsor Thank You – ACTRA Toronto, VP – Amy Matysio
Life Member – Eric Peterson
Award of Excellence – Awarded to Deb McGrath
Presenters:
Colin Mocharie
Kinley Mocharie
Members Choice Series Ensemble Award
Awards Written by: Diana Francis, Awards Produced by Yellow House Events
Accessibility
Koerner Hall at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning is an accessible venue. Two of the building’s three entrances are accessible by people using mobility devices (example – a wheelchair, scooter, or walker) and strollers, including the main Bloor Street entrance on the west side of the building (Tim and Frances Price Wing). Two elevators provide convenient access to all areas of the building – the south passenger elevator is accessed from the orchestra lobby or student lounge and can take patrons to the lower or upper levels of the Leslie & Anna Dan Gallerias. Alternatively, the west passenger elevator is located by the box office, and between the concourse (C) level and level 5. The main public washroom is fully accessible and located on the ground level, opposite from b espresso bar. Other washrooms are located on the concourse, level 2 and 3 (these washrooms do not have an access button; however, volunteers will be available to assist guests in opening the door.) Please click here for the full list of Accessible Features at the venue. Please advise in advance if you require assistance so one of our event volunteers can provide appropriate support. Additionally, please advise if you require an ASL interpreter so we can ensure appropriate seating.
Tickets
Ticket information was sent via member eblast on Thursday, April 17, 2025. Please check your email inbox for more information. Ticket sales close at 11:59 p.m. ET on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
Awards Presented
- Award of Excellence
- Outstanding Performance Awards
- Male On Camera
- Female On Camera
- Non-Binary/Gender Non-Conforming On Camera
- Gender Non-Conforming or Female Voice
- Gender Non-Conforming or Male Voice
- Youth Voice
- Commercial On Camera
- Members’ Choice Series Ensemble Award
- Stunt Ensemble Award
- Stunt Award
Special Award Recipients
Debra McGrath
2025 Award of Excellence
Cotton Mather
2025 Stunt Award
Nominees
Sponsors
Platinum
Leading Role
In the Spotlight
Breakout Role
The McGrath / Mochrie Family
Supporting Characters
The Ensemble
The Guest Stars
Behind the Scenes
Official Beverage Sponsors
Community Partners
Exclusive Producing Partner
