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ACTRA Toronto ACTRA Toronto is the largest organization within ACTRA, representing over 15,000 of Canada’s professi Our account is not monitored for tags and mentions. Thanks!

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Recently, ACTRA Toronto called on the Ontario government to ensure Ontario remains a top film & TV destination after U.S...
09/03/2026

Recently, ACTRA Toronto called on the Ontario government to ensure Ontario remains a top film & TV destination after U.S. President Donald Trump spoke about a possible federal production incentive.⁠
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This critical issue was featured in The Hollywood Reporter, and ACTRA Toronto President Kate Ziegler was quoted about how Ontario needs a balanced plan to attract international investment, grow Canadian production and protect performers.⁠
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Read the full article now: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/trumps-federal-tax-incentive-1236686894/

Reminder! Applications close for the Vocal Combat Technique™ 3-Day Workshop at 11:59PM tomorrow, September 3rd, 2026. Do...
09/02/2026

Reminder! Applications close for the Vocal Combat Technique™ 3-Day Workshop at 11:59PM tomorrow, September 3rd, 2026. Don't miss this opportunity to add vocal combat techniques to your toolkit, safely and correctly!
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ACTRA Toronto and the Video Game working group are thrilled to host a Vocal Combat Technique™ 3-Day Workshop with instructor Julia Lenardon, which introduces a solid technique foundation for correct and safe impacts/effort sounds, barks, screaming, yelling, groans, choking, and battle cries for film/tv and video games.⁠
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📅 October 7 (Zoom) + October 17 & 18 (in-person)⁠
📍 Live sessions at the ACTRA Toronto office⁠
💵 $200+HST (a special ACTRA Toronto Member rate)⁠
🎟️ Only 10-12 spots available⁠
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Learn more and apply now: https://actratoronto.com/event/vocal-combat-technique-3-day-workshop/

As the United States considers a new federal tax incentive for film and television production, ACTRA Toronto is calling ...
09/01/2026

As the United States considers a new federal tax incentive for film and television production, ACTRA Toronto is calling on the Ford government to ensure Ontario remains a top destination to make film and television.

U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Congress to introduce a federal production incentive. Although no incentive has been enacted, the proposal signals that competition for film and television production, and the jobs they create, has intensified.

Cultural sovereignty and film and television policy are now inseparable from trade and industrial policy.

Read ACTRA Toronto's full statement now: https://actratoronto.com/news-release/2026/09/actra-toronto-ontario-must-ready-as-u-s-considers-new-film-and-television-incentive/

This Labour Day, September 7th, ACTRA Toronto is marching for Status of the Artist legislation in Ontario. And we want y...
08/28/2026

This Labour Day, September 7th, ACTRA Toronto is marching for Status of the Artist legislation in Ontario. And we want you there with us!

Status of the Artist goes back to 1980, when UNESCO urged member states to guarantee artists real security: training, social security, fair income, mobility, freedom of expression, and the right to organize. But 46 years later, Ontario still hasn't answered that call.

ACTRA Toronto is calling on the Government of Ontario to pass meaningful Status of the Artist legislation that guarantees professional artists sectoral bargaining, better protections, and stronger rights. This will deliver the security, protections and working conditions that are essential to the sustainability of the creative economy.

Status means collective bargaining. Sectoral bargaining ensures professional rights for professional artists. Status of the Artist Now!

March with us on Labour Day on Monday, September 7th and let's make our voices heard. Get details about the Labour Day Parade and register now: https://actratoronto.com/event/labour-day-parade-2026/

🎙️ ACTRA Toronto Members: Here's a chance to add vocal combat techniques to your toolkit, safely and correctly! 🎙️ACTRA ...
08/27/2026

🎙️ ACTRA Toronto Members: Here's a chance to add vocal combat techniques to your toolkit, safely and correctly! 🎙️

ACTRA Toronto and the Video Game working group are thrilled to host a Vocal Combat Technique™ 3-Day Workshop with instructor Julia Lenardon, which introduces a solid technique foundation for correct and safe impacts/effort sounds, barks, screaming, yelling, groans, choking, and battle cries for film/tv and video games.

📅 October 7 (Zoom) + October 17 & 18 (in-person)
📍 Live sessions at the ACTRA Toronto office
💵 $200+HST (a special ACTRA Toronto Member rate)
🎟️ Only 10-12 spots available

Applications close on September 3rd, 2026. All three sessions required to attend.

Learn more and apply now: https://actratoronto.com/event/vocal-combat-technique-3-day-workshop/

Status of the Artist. It goes back to 1980, when UNESCO urged member states to guarantee artists real security: training...
08/21/2026

Status of the Artist. It goes back to 1980, when UNESCO urged member states to guarantee artists real security: training, social security, fair income, mobility, freedom of expression, and the right to organize. But 46 years later, Ontario still hasn't answered that call.

ACTRA Toronto is calling on the Government of Ontario to pass meaningful Status of the Artist legislation that guarantees professional artists sectoral bargaining, better protections, and stronger rights. This will deliver the security, protections and working conditions that are essential to the sustainability of the creative economy.

Status means protection. The same as any other worker in Ontario. Status of the Artist Now!

March with us on Labour Day on Monday, September 7th and let’s make our voices heard. Get all the details about the Labour Day Parade and register now: https://actratoronto.com/event/labour-day-parade-2026/

Welcome King Ursa Media to the National Commercial Agreement!ACTRA Toronto is pleased to announce that King Ursa Media h...
08/18/2026

Welcome King Ursa Media to the National Commercial Agreement!

ACTRA Toronto is pleased to announce that King Ursa Media has become a signatory to the National Commercial Agreement (NCA). Welcoming King Ursa Media to the NCA strengthens our jurisdiction in the commercial sector and expands potential work opportunities for ACTRA Toronto members.

"ACTRA Toronto is committed to expanding work opportunities for our members in the commercial sector. We welcome King Ursa Media's commitment to working with our talented members to bring their client's campaigns to life," said ACTRA Toronto President Kate Ziegler.

"This is great news for our members and will create more opportunities in the commercial sector for our talented professional performers. We look forward to building a strong and productive relationship with King Ursa Media," added Rob Halpin, Executive Director, ACTRA Toronto.

Learn more about King Ursa Media: https://www.kingursa.com

Back-to-school season is fast approaching, and with auditions, self-tapes, callbacks, shoots and TIFF ramping up, ACTRA ...
08/17/2026

Back-to-school season is fast approaching, and with auditions, self-tapes, callbacks, shoots and TIFF ramping up, ACTRA Toronto wants to help make the juggle a little easier for working performer parents and caregivers.

ACTRA Toronto is continuing to offer a $50 discount on one childcare booking (minimum four hours) at The Summerhill Club, thanks to the continued support of Balancing Act Canada.

This initiative is part of ACTRA Toronto’s ongoing commitment to recognize caregiving as an essential part of supporting a sustainable career. Thanks to Level UP!, this pilot is helping us better understand what kinds of caregiver supports our members need, and how we can build on them in the future.

Spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’ve been meaning to use the program, now is the time to book. This is a fantastic opportunity for you and your child to meet the extraordinary caregivers from Summerhill!

Get full program and booking details here: https://actratoronto.com/flexible-child-care-program/

"The discussion isn't really about AI. It's about labour," said ACTRA Toronto President Kate Ziegler in a new conversati...
08/12/2026

"The discussion isn't really about AI. It's about labour," said ACTRA Toronto President Kate Ziegler in a new conversation with filmmaker and actor Jessica Huras. In it, Kate and Jessica discuss why artists struggle to see themselves as labourers, what "Consent. Compensation. Control." actually means in the age of AI, and what gets lost when media power consolidates into fewer and fewer hands.

Read now: https://open.substack.com/pub/thelongertake/p/who-protects-creative-labour-when?r=1egyei&utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web

Hello from Kate Ziegler and the new Official ACTRA Toronto President Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actratoprez⁠Fr...
08/12/2026

Hello from Kate Ziegler and the new Official ACTRA Toronto President Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actratoprez
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From this account Kate will be sharing perspectives and updates on our industry, the issues that are impacting us and what's happening at ACTRA Toronto. Straight from the President.⁠
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Follow for briefings, insights, and a closer look at the work being done, and how you can get involved to make our union the strongest it can be: https://www.instagram.com/actratoprez

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