TORONTO (November 18, 2025) – The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission’s (CRTC) long-awaited update to the definition of Canadian content may strengthen the future of Canadian storytelling, but ACTRA says the real test is whether this framework will create actual opportunities for Canadian performers.“We are glad to finally see Canadian equity…

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TORONTO, ON (November 5, 2025) – ACTRA welcomes the government’s commitment to maintain key cultural investments supporting established screen-sector programs, including Telefilm Canada, the Canada Media Fund, the National Film Board, and CBC/Radio-Canada, as announced in the federal budget released November 4. While continued funding helps avoid harmful…

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*français en bas TORONTO (September 17, 2025) – ACTRA applauds the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television’s commitment to honouring Canadian talent by making Canadian Screen Awards (CSAs) eligibility exclusively available to Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada. “At a time when Canada’s…

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Hello Members,  As we approach the federal election on April 28, let’s work together to elect a government that prioritizes a “Made in Canada” future and strengthens our screen sector. This election is our opportunity to highlight our multi-billion-dollar industry, which is vital to both our national identity and economic…

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