ACTRA Toronto Members Diana Platts and Jim Armstrong discuss the pressing challenges facing performers today as we continue IPA Bargaining. They express concerns about the rise of generative AI, highlighting its potential to undermine creativity and exploit performers. They also stress the urgent need to address inflation in wages, pointing out the disconnect between skyrocketing costs of living and stagnant pay. | ACTRA Toronto

Hear from ACTRA Toronto Councillor Asante Tracey about why Members should speak up and share their thoughts with the Ontario government in its talent agencies regulation consultation. ⁠As an ACTRA Toronto Member, your feedback can shape a fair, transparent and accountable system. ⁠We believe talent‑agency regulation should centre performers’ rights and provide clear, enforceable standards. ⁠ ⁠ Head to the link in our profile to read the consultation guide and proposal, and how to submit your com

Ever wonder how your ACTRA dues work? Join ACTRA Toronto Treasurer Paul Constable for our first-ever Treasurer Talk. Paul will walk members through ACTRA Toronto’s financial statements, explain how dues work, and answer your questions about ACTRA Toronto’s finances. It will take place on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the ACTRA Toronto Boardroom (625 Church Street, Suite 200, Toronto) or join us online via Zoom. This is your chance to learn how it all works and get the an

We surprised these performers with the news that they had been nominated for a 2021 voice ACTRA Award. Here were their reactions! Thanks to Nissae Isen, Julie Lemieux, Beatrice Schneider, Markeda McKay, Bahia Watson, Cory Doran, Dan Chameroy, Deven Mack, and Ali Badshah for participating, and congratulations on their nominations. Special thanks to Scott Farley for surprising the nominees! | ACTRA Toronto

Thank you to the Directors Guild of Canada (DGC) for standing with ACTRA members in our fight for fair and equitable treatment of unionized commercial actors. Canadian directors understand we must stand together to stop any attempt to gut our agreements or lower the standards in the industry. Read the DGC's full statement: https://www.actra.ca/stability/solidarity-statements/ | ACTRA Toronto

The "ACTRA Awards levelled up," said Humberly González in conversation with Gabriella de la Torre at the 23rd ACTRA Awards in Toronto. Watch as Humberly speaks about the awards show and why it is important to celebrate, honour and support the amazingly talented performers we have in Canada. Let's make the 2026 ACTRA Awards in Toronto the best one yet! This is your last chance to submit performances for consideration at the 2026 ACTRA Awards in Toronto. Submissions close on December 31st, 2025. S

Commercials "put a fingerprint on society," says Nadine Whiteman, nominee for Outstanding Performance – Commercial at the 23rd ACTRA Awards in Toronto. In this red carpet conversation with Gabriella de la Torre, Nadine explains how this is especially true when commercials feature professional performers. This category was added at this year's ACTRA Awards in Toronto, and let's make sure the best commercial performances continue to be recognized! Submissions for the 2026 ACTRA Awards in Toronto c

From awards, red carpets and festivals to parades, conferences and events, ACTRA Toronto Members were out in 2025 showing their union strength and solidarity, fighting for performers' rights and showcasing our talents and the value of working with professional performers. Looking forward to a prosperous 2026! | ACTRA Toronto