ACTRA members,
The following is an update from the AFC to members in their October Newsletter:
October 2023
We’re putting a temporary pause on accepting new applications for our Emergency Financial Aid Program.
TORONTO (October 4, 2023) – The Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA) and the L’Union des artistes (UDA), which represents French speaking performers in Canada are pleased to announce we are joining forces to work together to fight for fair compensation and working conditions for members. “The…
ACTRA escalates boycott – targeting six multi-national brands TORONTO (September 29, 2023) – The International Federation of Actors (FIA) and its affiliates in 70 countries around the world stand in solidarity with ACTRA performers in the fight to end the 521-day lockout by the advertising agencies represented by the…
Check out the facts and see why ACTRA members are so disappointed with proposed concessions and rate cuts of up to 59% from the ICA. Their proposed loopholes and discounts undermine unionized performers and gut the National Commercial Agreement.
TORONTO (September 22, 2023) – ACTRA members are appalled at the disrespectful proposal from the Institute of Canadian Agencies (ICA) that would slash performer rates 50 to 60 per cent, as their lockout enters its 17th month. “At a time when workers are struggling with record inflation and corporations are earning huge…
We are deeply disappointed to be sharing that the mediator has determined that the parties are too far apart to meaningfully continue the mediation process. This means the confidentiality requirement and media blackout is paused. With the help of the mediator, we were finally able to force the ICA to provide an on the record proposal that we will share with the membership.
