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 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto are proudly presented by:

Event Information

The 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto are just around the corner!

WHEN: Monday, May 11, 2026
WHERE: Koerner Hall at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning (273 Bloor Street West, Toronto)

The evening event includes:
Welcome Reception 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Awards Ceremony starts at 7:30 p.m.
After Awards Soirée starts at 9:30 p.m. (until late)

Swing by the Snaptique Classic Photo Booth to capture all the best moments at the ACTRA Awards! The booth will be open from 6:30 pm to 11:30 pm. Since 2014, Snaptique has provided top-tier photo experiences. They are the go-to company for photo booth rental in Toronto. We are thrilled to have them join us!

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). 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.

Program

2026 ACTRA Awards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS

Opening Remarks
Mayor Olivia Chow
The Honorable Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming
The Honorable David Piccini, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development

Welcome to the show – Host, Nadine Bhabha
Opening Video Sketch: Sponsored by DGC, IATSE 667 and ACTRA Toronto
Featuring: Nadine Bhabha, Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova, Jay McCarrol, Andrew Phung
Special Thanks to Shaftesbury, Unchained Athletics, Matt Greyson and Mike Fly

Outstanding Performance – Commercial
Presented by: ACTRA Toronto President, Kate Ziegler and Executive Director, Rob Halpin

Outstanding Performance – On Camera, Male
Presented by Raoul Bhaneja & Tamara Podemski

Outstanding Performance – On Camera, Female
Presented by Andrea Werhun & Dan Beirne

Outstanding Performance – Videogame Voice
Presented by Jon McLaren & Nicola Correia-Damude

“I would do anything for scale” – Nadine Bhabha, with Brayden Jamil and Steph Harkness

Outstanding Performance – Gender Non-Conforming or Female Voice
Presented by Terri Hawkes & Mercedes Morris

Outstanding Performance – Gender Non-Conforming or Male Voice
Presented by Terri Hawkes & Mercedes Morris

Life member – John Nelles
Presented by Mercedes Morris

Sandi Ross Awards
Presented by Krystle Ferdinand and Indy Saluja

Thank you to our Sponsors
Presented by Amy Matysio

ACTRA Toronto Stunt Ensemble Award
Presented by Angelica Lisk-Hann

Lifetime member – Tig Fong
Presented by Angelica Lisk-Hann

In Memoriam
Performed by Noah Reid

Outstanding Performance – Youth Voice
Presented by Kanja Chan and Michael Podemski Bedard

Lifetime member – Nina Keogh
Presented by Kanja Chan

Self-Tape Live – Nadine Bhabha

Outstanding Performance – On Camera, Non-Binary/Gender Non-Conforming
Presented by Rabiya Monsoor

Award of Excellence – Paul Sun-Hyung Lee
Presented by Alistair Hepburn

Members’ Choice Series Ensemble Award
Presented by Zarrin Darnell-Martin

Produced by ACTRA Toronto and Yellow House Events
ACTRA Awards in Toronto Co-Chairs, Amy Matysio and Dina Pino
Hosted by Nadine Bhabha
Written by Clara Altimas, Jordan Foisy and Nadine Bhabha
VO – Announcer, Tony Fletcher

Special Thanks to The Jim Henson Company

Thank you to our volunteers, the ACTRA Toronto Awards Committee, our juries, and our very generous sponsors!

Timeline

Tickets

Tickets for the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS, available to ACTRA Toronto members are now sold out!

• Cost: $65 Members, $125.00 Non-Members.
• Ticket sales close at 4 p.m. ET on Friday, May 8, 2026.
• Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.
• Due to capacity limits, tickets are restricted to one (1) per member, with the option to purchase one (1) guest ticket through the member. Please note that guest tickets are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis—early purchase is strongly recommended.
• Tickets may be purchased through the link below. Please note that tickets are only available for purchase online. Tickets are not available for purchase through ACTRA Toronto by phone or in person.
• General seating only (no assigned seating). You may select your seat when the doors to Koerner Hall open at 7:20 p.m. the night of the Awards.
• Koerner Hall at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning is fully accessible. Please click here for the full list of Accessible Features at the venue. Two of the three entrances, including the main Bloor Street entrance, are accessible for mobility devices and strollers, and elevators provide access to all levels. A fully accessible washroom is located on the ground floor. Additional washrooms are available on the concourse and on Levels 2 and 3; please note these do not have access buttons. Please let us know in advance if you require any assistance, and a volunteer will be happy to support you. If you require an ASL interpreter or accessible seating, kindly advise so we can arrange appropriate support and reserved seating. Please contact fmerritt@actratoronto.com. 
• Tickets are only available to ACTRA Toronto members in good standing. If a ticket is purchased by an individual who is not an ACTRA Toronto member in good standing, the ticket will be refunded less a $40 administrative fee and all service/credit card fees.

Awards Presented

• Outstanding Performance Awards
  • Male On Camera
  • Female On Camera
  • Non-Binary/Gender Non-Conforming On Camera
  • Commercial On Camera
  • Gender Non-Conforming or Female Voice
  • Gender Non-Conforming or Male Voice
  • Youth Voice
  • Videogame Voice
• Award of Excellence
• Members’ Choice Series Ensemble Award
• Stunt Ensemble Award

Special Award Recipient

Announcements

Sponsors

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Gold

Silver

Bronze

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