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Track Your Money! (Or, How A Performer Needs to Make Sure They Get Paid: A Financial Odyssey)

Cory Doran talks about why it’s important for performers to be our best advocate when it comes to getting paid.

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Status of the Artist. It goes back to 1980, when U 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.⁠
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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.⁠
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Status means protection. The same as any other worker in Ontario. Status of the Artist Now!⁠
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March with us on Labour Day on Monday, September 7th and let’s make our voices heard. Head to the link in our profile for details about the Labour Day Parade and to register now.⁠
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Welcome King Ursa Media to the National Commercial Welcome King Ursa Media to the National Commercial Agreement!⁠
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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.⁠
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"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.⁠
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"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.⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to learn more about King Ursa Media.
Back-to-school season is fast approaching, and wit 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.⁠
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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.⁠
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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. ⁠
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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!⁠
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Head to the link in our profile for full program and booking details.
"The discussion isn't really about AI. It's about "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.⁠
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Head to the link in our bio to read this important conversation now.
Hello from @actratoprez Kate Ziegler and the new O Hello from @actratoprez Kate Ziegler and the new Official ACTRA Toronto President Instagram!⁠
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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.
We are excited to announce that as part of our par We are excited to announce that as part of our partnership with TIFF: The Market, ACTRA Toronto Members have access to preferred pricing on select passes for this year's inaugural event!⁠
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Taking place September 10-16, 2026, TIFF: The Market brings together buyers, producers, creators, distributors, and industry leaders from around the world for seven days of can’t miss business opportunities alongside the Toronto International Film Festival #TIFF26.⁠
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Whether looking to discover new projects, build your network, acquire new content or explore the latest trends shaping the screen industries, there's a pass for you.⁠
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See your latest Member email to learn how to take advantage of this exclusive offer. Head to the link in our profile to learn about TIFF: The Market pass options.⁠
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We're thrilled to share that ACTRA Toronto product We're thrilled to share that ACTRA Toronto production LOVE IN ALL THE SMALL PLACES, a new dramedy series about one woman’s messy, honest journey through love, reinvention, and modern dating, premieres today (July 27th) on Bell Fibe TV1!⁠
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Set in London, Ontario, the series follows Sasha, a lifelong people pleaser whose seemingly perfect world is upended when her husband Jason delivers a life-altering revelation, forcing her to confront an uncertain future she never planned for.⁠
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The show features a dynamic cast including Sarah Cleveland (also the show's creator and co-director), past #ACTRAAwards in Toronto Award of Excellence recipient Deb McGrath, Ann Pirvu, Andrew Meikle, Ash Catherwood, Dennis Andres, Cameron Staffen, Delia Lisette Chambers, Becca Willow Moss, Alanna LeVierge, and Trish Rainone-DiLuzio.⁠
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📺 You can watch LOVE IN ALL THE SMALL PLACES now on Fibe TV (channel 1) and the Fibe TV app. Don't miss it!⁠
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A low-budget indie horror movie. A festival premie A low-budget indie horror movie. A festival premiere and acquisition. A box office smash. UNDERTONE is a Canadian film success story. ⁠
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Watch as star and #ACTRAAwards in Toronto winner Nina Kiri speaks with Gabriella de la Torre about being part of a Canadian project that broke through, and why there's so much more homegrown talent waiting to be discovered.⁠
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We're so excited that Nina is being honoured as a 2026 Rising Star at the Future of Film Showcase on Sunday night - don't miss it! 🌟⁠
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📅 Catch the Rising Star Award presentation on July 26, 2026 at 6:30pm at the Paradise Theatre in Toronto.⁠
🎟️ ACTRA Toronto members save 50% on tickets. Check your recent member email for the promo code.⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to learn more & get your tix!
Recently Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, the 2026 Award of Exc Recently Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, the 2026 Award of Excellence recipient at the 24th #ACTRAAwards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS was a guest on CBC's Q with Tom Power (featuring guest host Gill Deacon).⁠
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Listen as Paul speaks about going to set of Avatar: The Last Airbender and the preparation, work and collaboration that goes into telling the best story possible.⁠ It’s a wonderful listen - don’t miss it!
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Head to the link in our profile to listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts, or find Q with Tom Power wherever you listen to your podcasts!
We're thrilled that ACTRA Toronto Member Nina Kiri We're thrilled that ACTRA Toronto Member Nina Kiri is being celebrated as a 2026 Rising Star Award recipient at the upcoming Future of Film Showcase (FOFS). And it's not hard to see why.⁠
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Nina took home Outstanding Performance - Female at the 24th #ACTRAAwards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS, for her role as Sandra Perron, Canada's first female infantry officer, in OUT STANDING.⁠
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Watch as Nina speaks with Gabriella de la Torre about how Sandra overcame significant obstacles to change history, and how Nina prepared for this important role.⁠
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📅 Catch the Rising Star Award presentation and conversation on July 26, 2026 at 6:30pm at the Paradise Theatre in Toronto.⁠
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🎟️ ACTRA Toronto Members save 50% on tickets! Check your recent Member email for the promo code.⁠
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🎬 And don't miss OUT STANDING, now streaming now on Crave.⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to learn more about the FOFS Rising Star Award and get your tickets!
The Future of Film Showcase (FOFS) returns on July The Future of Film Showcase (FOFS) returns on July 23rd and ACTRA Toronto is excited to be a sponsor! There's some incredible events happening during the four-day festival, including:⁠
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• Rising Star Award: Closing Keynote Conversation with #ACTRAAwards in Toronto winner Nina Kiri⁠
• In the Casting Room: BIPOC Actors Workshop⁠
• Reel Concerns: Protecting Performers in the Age of AI⁠
• More Than a Game: Queer Storytelling in Slo Pitch and Beyond⁠
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And much more! Plus, ACTRA Toronto Members can save 50% on the Rising Star, Reel Concerns and More Than a Game events! See you recent Member email for the promotion code.⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to learn more and get your tickets!⁠
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The FOFS presents works from emerging Canadian Filmmakers and elevates work by women, BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, and other emerging creatives from traditionally marginalized communities. ⁠
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🔥 Air quality alert! Wildfire smoke is affectin 🔥 Air quality alert! Wildfire smoke is affecting Ontario, and your health comes first.⁠
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If you're working in areas affected by wildfire smoke, remember:⁠
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• The IPA requires appropriate measures when performers work in areas where the air is affected by wildfire smoke (Appendix 30).⁠
• Under Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act, employers must take reasonable precautions to protect you from workplace hazards, including poor air quality.⁠
• You have the right to refuse unsafe work. If you have questions or concerns about your workplace, contact your ACTRA Toronto Business Representative.⁠
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ACTRA Toronto has been advised that several productions are proactively adapting to today's conditions. ACTRA Toronto appreciates the productions that are taking proactive steps to protect the health and safety of performers and all crew during these wildfire events.⁠
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Check the Air Quality Health Index and speak up if conditions aren't safe. For more on protecting yourself, see WSPS's guide to wildfire smoke safety (link in bio).⁠
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Stay safe, stay informed, and know your rights. The law is on your side.⁠
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#KnowYourRights #WildfireSmoke #AirQuality #PerformerProtection #OHSA
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