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Celebrating the 2026 Outstanding Performance Commercial Nominees

Whether making us laugh or pulling at our heartstrings, meet the 2026 ACTRA Awards in Toronto Outstanding Performance Commercial nominees whose performances inspire and delight.

April 23, 2026April 23, 2026

Celebrating the 2026 Outstanding Performance On-camera Nominees

From short and feature films to television and digital series, meet and celebrate the 2026 ACTRA Awards in Toronto Outstanding Performance On-Camera nominees whose performances inspire.

April 23, 2026April 23, 2026

In conversation with Paul Sun-Hyung Lee

Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, ACTRA Toronto’s 2026 Award of Excellence recipient, had a heartfelt conversation with Performers Magazine Editor Joy Tanner about everything from identity, racism and what makes a good artist to cosplay and collecting, and treasured family stories.

April 2, 2026April 7, 2026
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Applause: Fall 2025

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Spotlight: 2025 Breakthroughs Film Festival

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Stunt Stars: John Stead

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Canadian Senior Artists’ Resource Network (CSARN)

Are you a senior artist? Would you like to mentor young folk? Have a look at CSARN’s mentoring program.

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Watch: Ask Tabby & Tova (FAQs for stage parents)

This series of still-relevant video FAQs was produced in 2013 when Tabby Johnson was ACTRA Toronto’s Child Advocate.

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Let's meet the nominees at the 24th ACTRA Awards i Let's meet the nominees at the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS!⁠
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New in ACTRA Toronto Performers Magazine: learn more about Matthew G. Brown, Alison Deon, Keren Edelist, Hannah Spear and Richard Young, the nominees for Outstanding Performance, Commercial.⁠
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Tickets for the 24th #ACTRAAwards in Toronto are selling fast 🔥 and there are only a few left! If you haven't purchased your tickets yet, don't delay!⁠
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It's day two for ACTRA Toronto's new Executive Dir It's day two for ACTRA Toronto's new Executive Director Rob Halpin, and today saw a road trip to the Queen's Park Legislative Assembly of Ontario with members the ACTRA Toronto Executive to hear the second reading of the Strengthening Talent Agency Regulation (STAR) Act!⁠
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In the 📷️ (L-R): Jinny Wong, Elana Dunkelman, Paul Constable, Jameson Kraemer, Kate Ziegler, Rob Halpin, Mercedes Morris⁠
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The STAR Act is a proposed legislation would help protect performers by strengthening transparency and oversight of payments handled by talent agencies and is a reflection of the active role ACTRA Toronto has taken over the past few years advocating for greater protections for performers where their physical and economic safety are concerned.⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to read the press release announcing the STAR Act.
Tickets for the 24th #ACTRAAwards in Toronto, prou Tickets for the 24th #ACTRAAwards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS, are now on sale — and we're giving away one pair to a lucky ACTRA Toronto member!⁠
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Here's your chance to attend this year's ACTRA Awards in Toronto on Monday, May 11th at Koerner Hall at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning!⁠
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We are excited that AFBS is this year's Platinum Sponsor once again, and we have a pair of tickets to give away! To enter, simply like this post and follow @afbscanada and @actratoronto — and we'll randomly draw one winner.⁠
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The contest closes at 12 p.m. ET on Friday, May 1, 2026, so don't miss your chance to attend the ACTRA Awards in Toronto! The winner will be contacted by direct message for confirmation. You must have a valid ACTRA Toronto member ID and be a member in good standing to be eligible to win.
Tickets to the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto, proud Tickets to the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS, are now on sale to ACTRA Toronto members in good standing!⁠
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To purchase tickets and learn more, check your ACTRA Toronto E-Blast or visit the link in our profile for full details on the ACTRA Toronto Awards webpage.⁠
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This year’s #ACTRAAwards will take place on Monday, May 11th, 2026, at Koerner Hall at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning, with Nadine Bhabha as host.⁠
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Join us for an unforgettable night of union pride, while we celebrate the outstanding nominees and special honourees.⁠
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Please purchase early, to avoid missing out!
ACTRA Toronto Member Kevin Hanchard speaks at the ACTRA Toronto Member Kevin Hanchard speaks at the recent announcement of the Strengthening Talent Agency Regulation (STAR) Act by Ontario Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development Minister David Piccini.⁠
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This important proposed legislation would help protect performers by strengthening transparency and oversight of payments handled by talent agencies and is a reflection of the active role ACTRA Toronto has taken over the past few years advocating for greater protections for performers where their physical and economic safety are concerned.⁠
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⁠Head to the link in our profile to read the full press release about this important announcement.
ACTRA Toronto Councillor Victoria Brooks speaks at ACTRA Toronto Councillor Victoria Brooks speaks at the recent announcement of the Strengthening Talent Agency Regulation (STAR) Act by Ontario Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development Minister David Piccini.⁠
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This important proposed legislation would help protect performers by strengthening transparency and oversight of payments handled by talent agencies and is a reflection of the active role ACTRA Toronto has taken over the past few years advocating for greater protections for performers where their physical and economic safety are concerned.⁠
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⁠Head to the link in our profile to read the full press release about this important announcement.
"It's our members who really give us our power," s "It's our members who really give us our power," said ACTRA Toronto's new Executive Director Rob Halpin on rabble radio this week with Nick Seebruch. Rob discussed goals and challenges for the union ahead, the threat of AI, supporting Canadian performers and culture, and much more. ⁠
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Don't miss this important conversation on performer advocacy - head to the link in our profile to listen to the entire episode now!
Get ready! Tickets for the 24th ACTRA Awards in To Get ready! Tickets for the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto will be going on sale on Monday, April 20, 2026 at 3pm ET!⁠
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This year’s #ACTRAAwards, proudly sponsored by AFBS, will take place during a star-studded evening ceremony on Monday, May 11th, 2026, at Koerner Hall at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning, with Nadine Bhabha as host.⁠
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ACTRA Toronto members will be able to purchase tickets for $65 each.⁠
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Full ticket purchase details will be available on Monday, April 20. Information will be posted to our website and social media and sent via Member email.⁠
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Please join us for an unforgettable night of union pride, while we celebrate the outstanding nominees and special honourees.⁠
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The event will sell-out. Please purchase early, to avoid disappointment.
We are pleased to celebrate Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, re We are pleased to celebrate Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, recipient of the Award of Excellence at the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS.⁠
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This year’s #ACTRAAwards celebration will take place during a star-studded evening ceremony on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Koerner Hall at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning, with Nadine Bhabha as host.⁠
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Tickets for the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto will go on sale on Monday, April 20th, 2026. Watch your email and social media for more details.⁠
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The ACTRA Toronto Award of Excellence is sponsored by ACTRA National. The ACTRA Awards in Toronto are produced by Yellow House Events.⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to meet all the nominees.
We are pleased to announce that ACTRA Toronto Life We are pleased to announce that ACTRA Toronto Life Memberships will be presented to Tig Fong, Nina Keogh and John Nelles at the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS. ⁠
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Life memberships are determined by ACTRA Toronto Council and presented to individuals in recognition of their significant volunteer contributions to ACTRA Toronto and their ongoing work on behalf of our members. Congratulations Tig, Nina and John!⁠
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This year’s #ACTRAAwards celebration will take place during a star-studded evening ceremony on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Koerner Hall at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning, with Nadine Bhabha as host.⁠
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Tickets for the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto will go on sale on Monday, April 20th, 2026. Watch your email and social media for more details.⁠
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The ACTRA Awards in Toronto are produced by Yellow House Events.⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to meet all the nominees.
We are pleased to announce the ACTRA Toronto Stunt We are pleased to announce the ACTRA Toronto Stunt Award at the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS will be presented to Patrick Mark. ⁠
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The ACTRA Toronto Stunt Award recipient is chosen by a committee comprised of past ACTRA Toronto Stunt Award recipients. Congratulations Patrick!⁠
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This year’s #ACTRAAwards celebration will take place during a star-studded evening ceremony on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Koerner Hall at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning, with Nadine Bhabha as host.⁠
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Tickets for the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto will go on sale on Monday, April 20th, 2026. Watch your email and social media for more details.⁠
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The ACTRA Awards in Toronto are produced by Yellow House Events.⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to meet all the nominees.
We are pleased to announce the ACTRA Toronto Stunt We are pleased to announce the ACTRA Toronto Stunt Ensemble Award nominees for the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS. The nominees are:⁠
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• Frankenstein (Netflix)⁠
• Frankenstein (Netflix)⁠
• Legend Has It (Underdog Pictures)⁠
• Revival, “Don't Tell Dad” (Blue Ice Pictures, Hemmings Films)⁠
• Twisted Metal, “OHLYNTE” (Electric Avenue, Artists First, Inspire Entertainment, PlayStation Productions, Make It With Gravy, Sony Pictures Television, Universal Television)⁠
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Congratulations to the nominees! This year’s #ACTRAAwards celebration will take place during a star-studded evening ceremony on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Koerner Hall at the TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning, with Nadine Bhabha as host.⁠
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Tickets for the 24th ACTRA Awards in Toronto will go on sale on Monday, April 20th, 2026. Watch your email and social media for more details.⁠
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The ACTRA Toronto Stunt Ensemble Award is sponsored by Creative Arts Financial. The ACTRA Awards in Toronto are produced by Yellow House Events.⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to meet all the nominees.
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