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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

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Leslie Hope on working with John Cassavetes

Robert Bellissimo talks with Leslie Hope about the legacy legendary filmmaker John Cassavetes has left behind.

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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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Reminder! Applications close for the Vocal Combat Reminder! Applications close for the Vocal Combat Technique™ 3-Day Workshop at 11:59PM tomorrow, September 3rd, 2026. Don't miss this opportunity to add vocal combat techniques to your toolkit, safely and correctly!⁠
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ACTRA Toronto and the Video Game working group are thrilled to host a Vocal Combat Technique™ 3-Day Workshop with instructor Julia Lenardon, which introduces a solid technique foundation for correct and safe impacts/effort sounds, barks, screaming, yelling, groans, choking, and battle cries for film/tv and video games.⁠
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📅 October 7 (Zoom) + October 17 & 18 (in-person)⁠
📍 Live sessions at the ACTRA Toronto office⁠
💵 $200+HST (a special ACTRA Toronto Member rate)⁠
🎟️ Only 10-12 spots available⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to learn more and apply now!
As the United States considers a new federal tax i As the United States considers a new federal tax incentive for film and television production, ACTRA Toronto is calling on the Ford government to ensure Ontario remains a top destination to make film and television.⁠
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U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Congress to introduce a federal production incentive. Although no incentive has been enacted, the proposal signals that competition for film and television production, and the jobs they create, has intensified.⁠
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Cultural sovereignty and film and television policy are now inseparable from trade and industrial policy.⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to read ACTRA Toronto's full statement now.⁠
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#StatusOfTheArtistNow
This Labour Day, September 7th, ACTRA Toronto is m This Labour Day, September 7th, ACTRA Toronto is marching for Status of the Artist legislation in Ontario. And we want you there with us!⁠
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Status of the Artist 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 collective bargaining. Sectoral bargaining ensures professional rights for professional artists. 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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🎙️ ACTRA Toronto Members: Here's a chance to 🎙️ ACTRA Toronto Members: Here's a chance to add vocal combat techniques to your toolkit, safely and correctly! 🎙️⁠
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ACTRA Toronto and the Video Game working group are thrilled to host a Vocal Combat Technique™ 3-Day Workshop with instructor Julia Lenardon, which introduces a solid technique foundation for correct and safe impacts/effort sounds, barks, screaming, yelling, groans, choking, and battle cries for film/tv and video games.⁠
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📅 October 7 (Zoom) + October 17 & 18 (in-person)⁠
📍 Live sessions at the ACTRA Toronto office⁠
💵 $200+HST (a special ACTRA Toronto Member rate)⁠
🎟️ Only 10-12 spots available⁠
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Applications close on September 3rd, 2026. All three sessions required to attend.⁠
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Head to the link in our profile to learn more and apply now!
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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#StatusOfTheArtistNow
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!
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