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Celebrating the 2026 Outstanding Performance Voice Nominees

From animated films and series to videogames, meet the Outstanding Performance Voice nominees who help bring these characters to life.

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026

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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ACTRA Toronto Members in the Spotlight

Applause: Spring 2026

June 18, 2026June 18, 2026

Spotlight: 2026 Canadian Screen Awards

June 11, 2026June 11, 2026

Spotlight: 2026 Inside Out Film and Video Festival

May 14, 2026June 10, 2026

Spotlight: Tender Chosen

May 14, 2026May 14, 2026

Applause: Fall 2025

December 23, 2025December 23, 2025
November 28, 2018May 11, 2023

Comic-Con: Voice-over artists find money and meaning at cartoon conventions

Joy Tanner talks to voiceover artists Christian Potenza, Toby Proctor and Katie Griffen about the good, the bad and the ugly of cartoon conventions.

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November 28, 2018May 11, 2023

Announcing outACTRAto, the LGBTQ+ Committee

Jo Vannicola talks about the birth of ACTRA Toronto’s newest Committee – outACTRAto – and how it wants to elevate the conversation about LGBTQ+ stories.

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November 28, 2018May 11, 2023

Natural Remedies for Audition Anxiety

Auditions are nerve-wracking. Luckily, Kyle Buchanan has some pretty stellar health-hacks you can use to calm your system before an audition.

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November 28, 2018May 11, 2023

ACTRA Toronto Member Education Courses Online

Learn more about the many ACTRA Toronto online training courses available exclusively for members!

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November 28, 2018May 11, 2023

NCA Refresher: Audition Payments

Did you know? Performers can be paid for NCA auditions under special circumstances.

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🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day from ACTRA Toronto! 🇨 🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day from ACTRA Toronto! 🇨🇦⁠
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Across the country, professional Canadian performers bring our incredible stories to life. Today, let's celebrate Canada: stream, binge, watch, and enjoy! 🎬️🍁⁠
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Reminder to ACTRA Toronto Members: Our offices wil Reminder to ACTRA Toronto Members: Our offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 1st for Canada Day. We will reopen on Thursday, July 2nd, 2026.⁠
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We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate ACTRA Toro We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate ACTRA Toronto Members Philip Akin ➡️ and Brenda Kamino, who were both appointed Members of the Order of Canada!⁠
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Philip is a trailblazing actor, director and cultural force and has shaped stage and screen for more than 50 years. At a time when there were few Black performers on Canadian television, he inspired many. Notably, he co‑founded Obsidian Theatre, through which he championed Black artists and reshaped Canada’s theatrical landscape for future generations.⁠
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Brenda is a distinguished actor whose career spans 50 years and more than 100 stage, television and screen productions. A champion of equitable representation who advocates non-traditional casting, she expanded opportunities for marginalized artists and transformed diversity in Canada’s performing arts. A beloved mentor, she is the co-producer of the Renaissance Canadian Theatre Company.⁠
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The Order of Canada is one of our country’s highest honours. It recognizes people across all sectors of society who have made extraordinary and sustained contributions to our nation.⁠
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Congratulations Philip and Brenda!⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to meet all of the new appointees.
Happy Pride from ACTRA Toronto! 🏳️‍🌈🏳 Happy Pride from ACTRA Toronto! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ It was a wonderful day as we marched alongside many friends and allies at the Toronto Pride Parade. We had so many incredible moments with the thousands celebrating today as we marched to ensure 2SLGBTQIA+ stories continue to be seen on screen by talented professional performers!

Thank you to our @outactrato Co-Chairs @rose.madelaine and @mattlemche for their leadership, our Pride Ambassador (and #ACTRAAwards winner) @cihang_ma, Parade Committee Chair @im2fancy_ alongside ACTRA Toronto Executive, Council and Staff for their dedicated support, and of course all the ACTRA Toronto Members who joined us to march today!

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Across the province, ACTRA Toronto members are gea Across the province, ACTRA Toronto members are gearing up to celebrate our 2SLGBTQIA+ members, friends, and communities, and to recognize the talent, creativity, and leadership they bring to our union and to Canada's screens and airwaves. ⁠
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As performers, we know stories have the power to shape culture, challenge prejudice and change our society for the better. Let’s tell those stories. ⁠
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Representation matters. Every performer deserves to work in an industry where they are safe, respected, and free to be their authentic selves. Pride has always been more than a celebration. Pride is political. It’s a reminder that the rights and freedoms won through decades of activism cannot be taken for granted. ⁠
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The reality of ongoing inequities facing 2SLGBTQIA+ communities highlights the importance of continued advocacy on 2SLGBTQIA+ rights both on set and in our communities. It makes our solidarity more important than ever.⁠
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Take Pride. ACTRA Toronto is committed to advancing equity, inclusion, and dignity for all performers, and to supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ communities today and throughout the year. ⁠
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Today, we renew that commitment to stand up for 2SLGBTQIA+ members’ rights and celebrate the artists whose voices enrich our union and Canada’s cultural industries. ⁠
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Happy Pride from ACTRA Toronto. 🏳️‍🌈⁠
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Who's getting excited for the Pride Parade on Sund Who's getting excited for the Pride Parade on Sunday? We hope to see many ACTRA Toronto Members marching and we invite you to join us! 🏳️‍🌈⁠
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We're going to meet on Sunday, June 28th at 1pm at AFBS (1000 Yonge Street), followed by a party at Ramsden Park. All marchers will receive one free ACTRA Toronto Pride t-shirt. And then ACTRA Toronto & outACTRAto will march! ACTRA Toronto Members and their friends and family are all welcome. Don't miss out! 🎉⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to RSVP now.⁠
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School is out! Performer parents and caregivers in School is out! Performer parents and caregivers in our membership lead busy lives with auditions, self-tapes, workshops, summer events and more. ACTRA Toronto wants to help.⁠
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With the support of Balancing Act Canada (@balancingactcanada), an organization dedicated to increasing access, equity, and opportunity for parents and caregivers working in screen-based media and the arts, ACTRA Toronto is offering our members 50% off a 4-hour childcare booking through our partner, The Summerhill Club (@summerhillclub).⁠
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We know balancing creative work and caregiving responsibilities isn't easy. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to building a more accessible and sustainable industry for performers and their families.⁠
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Thanks to Level UP!, we're excited to explore members' evolving needs through this pilot and work toward expanding caregiver support offerings in the future. Spaces are limited, so we encourage members to book early, as availability will end once all pilot funds have been allocated (one use per family).⁠
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Head to the link in our profile for full details.
We are thrilled that ACTRA Toronto production BLOO We are thrilled that ACTRA Toronto production BLOOD LINES is hitting theatres today!⁠
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When BLOOD LINES premiered at last year’s #TIFF50, we were fortunate to speak with writer/director/star Gail Maurice and co-stars Dana Solomon and Derica Lyn Lafrance about the film. ⁠
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We’re so proud of this film, which stars many ACTRA Toronto Members including Gail, Dana and Derica. Plus, Dana was nominated in the category of Outstanding Performance, Female On Camera at the 24th #ACTRAAwards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS!⁠
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Join our #CdnScreenAwards-nominated red carpet host Gabriella de la Torre as she speaks with Gail, Dana and Derica about this riveting film.⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to find BLOOD LINES showtimes near you and don’t miss it!
The production INTEL PINK is looking for Backgroun The production INTEL PINK is looking for Background Performers!⁠
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Directed by Sarah Polley, the production is looking primarily for performers ages 20s to 40s, but anyone over 18 may apply. Performers must be willing to adapt their appearance to 1950s style. Filming is taking place from June 29th to September 2nd, 2026 in Toronto, Hamilton and Ancaster. 
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Head to the link in our profile to apply now. Please only apply if you haven’t submitted already.
The Toronto Pride Parade is quickly approaching, a The Toronto Pride Parade is quickly approaching, and outACTRAto Co-Chairs Matt Lemche & Madelaine Rose are inviting ACTRA Toronto Members to join us! 🏳️‍🌈⁠
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We're going to meet on Sunday, June 28th at 1pm at AFBS (1000 Yonge Street), followed by a party at Ramsden Park. All marchers will receive one free ACTRA Toronto Pride t-shirt. And then ACTRA Toronto & outACTRAto will march! ACTRA Toronto Members and their friends and family are all welcome. Don't miss this wonderful celebration! 🎉⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to RSVP now!⁠
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#PrideToronto2026 #PrideToronto #outACTRAto
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us yesterd A huge thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for the 2026 ACTRA Toronto AGM!⁠
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It was a packed afternoon dedicated to the future of ACTRA Toronto. Some of the highlights included reviewing our financial statements, sharing our 2026 Operating Plan, discussing our Low Budget Video Game Agreement, and sharing strategies on ending the National Commercial Agreement lockout and on the upcoming Independent Production Agreement negotiations.⁠
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We also welcomed special guest Dr. Tanner Mirrlees from Ontario Tech University, who gave an incredibly timely and vital presentation “AI, Actors, and the Future of the Screen Industries: Creative Labour, Contestation, and Collective Bargaining.” Many thanks to Dr. Mirrlees for sharing these valuable insights with our membership.⁠
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And all throughout the afternoon our Members shared perspectives, passion and feedback that will help shape the vision and direction of the union for the coming years.⁠
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Thank you to our ACTRA Toronto Council, Executive and Staff and most importantly, ACTRA Toronto Members, whose dedication and solidarity keep our union strong.⁠
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And for those ACTRA Toronto Members in attendance: Please tag @actratoronto on your pics and video from the AGM so we can share!⁠
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Stay tuned to your Member email and our social media for more updates and next steps from the AGM.⁠
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What an incredible event we had last week as almos What an incredible event we had last week as almost 200 ACTRA Toronto Members attended our Videogame MoCap Self-Tape Workshop! 🎮️⁠
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At the workshop we reviewed self-tapes from numerous talented ACTRA Toronto Members, with insightful, actionable and practical feedback from industry professionals and veterans. We can’t wait to keep the momentum going to help ACTRA Toronto Members continue to add to their videogame performance toolkit.⁠
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This event was made possible by the dedication and passion of many ACTRA Toronto Members, led by the Videogame Working Group including Elana Dunkelman, Myles Dobson and Samy Osman. Many thanks to our self-tape finalists Dianne Aguilar, Will Carr, Robyn Deverett, Jennifer Hui, Mark Kreder, JD Leslie, Ivy Miller, Alicia Richardson and Kiriana Stanton, plus our panelists Angela Bottis (Ubisoft Casting Director), Ivan Sherry (Game Performance Veteran) and Michael Mazzuca (Ubisoft Cinematics Director). Added thanks to Humberly González for sharing photos for event promotion and Myles Dobson and Gail Haupert for workshop photos.⁠
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And a huge thank you to all the ACTRA Toronto Members who submitted self-tapes and/or attended the workshop! 🙌⁠
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