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ACTRA (Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio)

National union of performers working in English-language recorded media.

ACTRA negotiates collective agreements establishing minimum fees, terms and working conditions on behalf of members. In addition to the Independent Production Agreement (IPA), National Commercial Agreement, and UBCP's Master Agreement, ACTRA members are protected by agreements with national and regional radio and TV broadcasters. ACTRA also offers a number of incentive programs for lower-budget Canadian productions.

Member services
  • Many benefits including retirement funds
  • Medical and dental insurance
  • Their Performers' Rights Society (PRS) collects distribution fees, royalties, residuals and all other forms of compensation for performers
Typical Membership

Dramatic actors, comedians, dancers, background performers, voice over specialists, singers, puppeteers, stunt performers, and more.

Phone

1-800-387-3516 or 416-489-1311

Email
national@actra.ca
Website

http://www.actra.ca/