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Official Canadian account of IATSE, the union behind entertainment | Compte canadien officiel d’AIEST, le syndicat du divertissement
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🚨 BREAKING: Canadian Labour Congress Applies Sanctions Against Directors Guild of Canada for Raiding Bargaining Rights of the IATSE
January 12, 2026 at 5:13 PM
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Cheers to the IA Kin behind tonight’s #GoldenGlobes2026 nominations and wins across film and television!
January 12, 2026 at 2:27 AM
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Wardrobe workers at Young People’s Theatre have voted unanimously to join IATSE Local 822! Welcome to the IATSE family!
TORONTO, ON — Wardrobe workers at Young People’s Theatre (YPT) have voted unanimously to join IATSE Local 822, strengthening worker representation across one of Canada’s most respected theatre institutions. The certification covers both shop and running wardrobe classifications, bringing near-complete IATSE representation to the venue. Nine workers were eligible to vote. Eight votes were counted and one was segregated (as possibly ineligible), with all counted votes favouring joining the union. The group includes part-time dressers, running crew, and wardrobe production staff such as stitchers and cutters. The status of the Head of Department remains under review. These workers primarily joined together to seek higher wages and stronger job protections. Young People’s Theatre holds a significant place in Toronto’s cultural landscape. As the oldest professional theatre company in Canada dedicated to children and youth, YPT has introduced generations of young audiences to the performing arts. It has put on well-known productions including Hana’s Suitcase, James and the Giant Peach, Seussical, The Adventures of Pinocchio, A Christmas Carol, and more. Business Agent Michelle DiCesare welcomed the group, noting the clear message sent by a unanimous vote. “We are thrilled to welcome wardrobe workers at YPT into Local 822. Their unity shows strong commitment to safer workplaces and fair conditions. We look forward to productive first contract negotiations with YPT,” said DiCesare. International Vice President and Director of Canadian Affairs John Lewis celebrated the workers’ decision and emphasized the collective power gained by joining the union. “Workers’ voices are always stronger together, and the voice of all workers at YPT is even stronger today. Through collective bargaining, wardrobe workers will be able to protect the benefits they enjoy and secure the many advantages that come with union membership,” said Lewis.
December 18, 2025 at 8:55 PM
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Front of House workers at Denver’s iconic Casa Bonita have officially voted to join IATSE Local 7!

This marks another milestone in the growing movement of union organizing at Casa Bonita, following earlier victories by arcade staff and performers who joined IATSE and Actors’ Equity.
December 16, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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Huge shoutout to IATSE Local 56 and the employees of the National Theatre School of Canada and Monument-National on their recent certification win!
December 3, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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The IATSE is on a roll! Major congrats to IATSE Local 680 and the workers at the Highland Arts Theatre on winning two certifications in the same week! canada.iatse.net/highland-art...
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Sydney, NS – The IATSE is on a roll! Major congrats to IATSE Local 680 and the workers at theContinue readingHighland Arts Theatre
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December 1, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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Train the Trainer is now offered in French! Thanks to the TTF!

La Formation des Formateurs est maintenant disponible en français! Merci au TTF!

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Train the Trainer: Introduction to Training Delivery Now Available in French — IATSE Training Trust Fund
Train the Trainer: Introduction to Training Delivery is now available in French! This foundational course introduces the main principles of adult learning and effective facilitation techniques, guidin...
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December 1, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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L'AIEST était présente en force lundi soir à l'événement « Behind-the-Scenes » organisé par la MPA-Canada sur la Colline du Parlement!
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The IATSE was out in full force at MPA-Canada’s “Behind-the-Scenes” event on Parliament Hill on Monday night!
November 26, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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The IATSE was out in full force at MPA-Canada’s “Behind-the-Scenes” event on Parliament Hill on Monday night!
November 26, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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IATSE Welcomes Progress Toward Modernized Canadian Content Definition // L’AIEST salue les progrès vers une définition modernisée du contenu canadien

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IATSE Welcomes Progress Toward Modernized Canadian Content Definition - IATSE Canada
IATSE is continuing to review the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission’s (CRTC) long-awaited update to the definition of Canadian contentContinue readingIATSE Welcomes Progress ...
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November 19, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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Today and every day, we honour our U.S. and Canadian veterans, who answered the call to serve. Tap the link to explore our gallery and join us in celebrating their commitment and sacrifice. #RemembranceDay

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Gallery + Recap: Veterans Day/Remembrance Day 2025 - IATSE
For the fifth year in a row, more than a hundred members across the alliance within the U.S. and Canada participated in a social media campaign for Veterans/Remembrance Day by […]
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November 11, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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Soutenir les travailleurs et des projets nationaux: Commentaires de la Coalition des Industries Créatives sur le Budget 2025: canada.iatse.net/fr/supportin...
Supporting People and National Projects: Creative Industries Coalition comments on Budget 2025  - IATSE Canada
Toronto, November 5, 2025 The Creative Industries Coalition will continue to advocate for support to creative working people and newContinue readingSupporting People and National Projects: Creative In...
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November 5, 2025 at 9:23 PM
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As Canada faces unprecedented challenges globally, we need to build the infrastructure to tell our stories, strengthen our music, help young people get into show business and make Canadians proud of our people, our values and our unique humour and stories.
Supporting People and National Projects: Creative Industries Coalition comments on Budget 2025 Toronto, November 5, 2025 The Creative Industries Coalition will continue to advocate for support to creative working people and new jobs in the creative industries sector in the future. Our national coalition has been advocating for a Live Performing Arts Tax Credit to incentivize private sector investments in nation-building projects celebrating our stories and music, developing new talent, protecting and enhancing our national and regional cultural sovereignty – all at a time when Canada is at risk. The Creative Industries Coalition is a broad national collective of unions, industry associations, venue owners and operators as well as producers that have been advocating for several years to replicate the success of the Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit by introducing a similar labour-based tax credit to spur private sector investment in communities across Canada in every region of Canada’s Live Performing Arts Sector. Last week The Canadian Chamber of Commerce released “Artworks – The Economic and Social Dividends from Canada’s Arts and Culture Sector” highlighting the significant economic footprint of the arts and culture sector. Key findings include: 1. Arts and Culture Sector contributed more than $65 Billion to direct GDP in Canada in 2024 2. The total economic impact of the Sector is over $100 Billion in GDP 3. The Sector supports more jobs per dollar than other keys sector such oil and gas, manufacturing or agriculture 4. The sector generates an estimated $17 Billion in federal and provincial tax revenue. 5. The sector generates $29 in economic activity for every dollar in federal investment. Full letter on IATSE.net
November 5, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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On Oct. 28, IATSE took part in a Lobby Day on Parliament Hill, advocating for a federal tax credit for live performing arts.

With reps from Local 56, IATSE Canada, and the Creative Industries Coalition, we met MPs including Ginette Lavack (MB) and John Zerucelli, Sec. of State for Labour.
October 31, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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IATSE VP John Lewis joined affiliates of the Canadian Labour Congress in a meeting with Minister of AI and Digital Innovation Evan Solomon. Together, they discussed how labour can collaborate with the Federal Government as it works to promote and regulate the ethical use of Generative AI.
October 8, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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September 30th is Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day). Established in 2021, the day honours residential school survivors and First Nations, Inuit & Métis families. A time for reflection, reconciliation & commemoration.

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September 30 is National Truth & Reconciliation Day in Canada - IATSE
September 30th is recognized as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (a.k.a. Orange Shirt Day) in Canada. Established as a federal statutory holiday in 2021, the day honours the history […]
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September 30, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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Hispanic & Latinx members power our industry with creativity, skill & solidarity—on the job & in the community. We celebrate their contributions this #HispanicHeritageMonth & beyond.

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in the U.S and Latin American Heritage Month in Canada - IATSE
Every year, from September 15 – October 15 we recognize Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States. During October, Canada celebrates Latin American Heritage Month. Together, these observances honor...
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September 29, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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Presented by the Entertainment Community Fund in partnership with the IATSE Education and Training Department, intro to Anxiety Toolbox is a 90-minute workshop designed to help people who struggle with a variety of anxiety-related concerns.

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September 8, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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This Labour Day, IATSE members from coast to coast and across two countries came together to march, celebrate, and honour the generations of working people who fought for the rights we have today as we continue building a stronger future for all entertainment workers!
September 4, 2025 at 1:48 AM
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Stagehands at one of Calgary’s last unrepresented professional venues have voted to be represented by 1600-Member Calgary-based IATSE Local 212!
August 28, 2025 at 8:44 PM
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Les employé-es de Sunbelt Film and Television Rentals obtiennent leur première convention collective

Cette convention couvre les travailleurs et travailleuses d'une entreprise de location de matériel cinématographique et télévisuel et est la seule convention collective de ce type au Canada
SYNDICAT FORT - Les employé-es de Sunbelt Film and Television Rentals au Canada obtiennent leur première convention collective Les employé-es de Sunbelt Film and Television Rentals au Canada obtiennent leur première convention collective TORONTO, ON — Près de deux ans après leur accréditation, les employé-es de Sunbelt Film and Television Rentals à Toronto, anciennement William F. White International, ont ratifié leur première convention collective avec l'Alliance Internationale des Employés de Scène, de Théâtre et de Cinéma (AIEST). Cette convention couvre les travailleurs et travailleuses d'une entreprise de location de matériel cinématographique et télévisuel et est la seule convention collective de ce type au Canada. Sur les quatre-vingt-dix-neuf membres éligibles de l'unité de négociation, quatre-vingt-dix-sept ont voté. La grande majorité a voté en faveur de la ratification. Le syndicat des travailleurs et travailleuses a été en mesure d'atteindre un grand nombre des priorités de l'unité dans cette première entente, y compris des augmentations de salaire de 12 % sur une période de trois ans, qui comprennent des augmentations rétroactives jusqu'en juin 2024 ainsi qu'une prime de signature substantielle pour tous les employé-es. "Il y a eu des moments, au cours de cette longue négociation, où l'on a eu l'impression que nous n'arriverions jamais à ce moment. C'est la détermination de notre comité de négociation, ainsi que la patience et le soutien des employés de Sunbelt tout au long du processus, qui nous ont permis d'atteindre la ligne d'arrivée", a déclaré Monty Montgomerie, représentant international de l'AIEST et membre du comité de négociation. « Le taux de participation au vote de ratification et le soutien massif à la convention collective sont tout simplement spectaculaires », a déclaré John Lewis, vice-président international de l'AIEST et directeur des affaires canadiennes.
August 22, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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BREAKING: Employees at Sunbelt Film and Television Rentals in Toronto (fka William F. White International) have ratified their first collective agreement.

This agreement covers workers at a film and television equipment supply company and is the only collective agreement of its kind in Canada.
An IATSE Logo with the words "Union Strong" underneath. The headline reads "Sunbelt Film & Television Rentals Employees In Canada Win First Collective Agreement" Full press release at iatse.net Sunbelt Film and Television Rentals Employees in Canada Win First Collective Agreement August 22, 2025 TORONTO, ON — Nearly two years after certifying, employees at Sunbelt Film and Television Rentals in Toronto, formerly known as William F. White International, have ratified their first collective agreement with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE). This agreement covers workers at a film and television equipment supply company and is the only collective agreement of its kind in Canada. Of the ninety-nine eligible members in the bargaining unit, ninety-seven cast ballots. The vast majority voted in favor of ratification. The workers’ union was able to achieve many of the unit’s priorities in this first agreement, including including wage increases of 12 % over the three-year term, which include retroactive increases back to June 2024 as well as a substantial signing bonus for all employees. “There were times during this long, drawn-out negotiation where it felt like we may never get to this moment. It was the determination of our bargaining committee, and the patience and support of the Sunbelt employees throughout the process, that got us to the finish line,” said Monty Montgomerie, IATSE International Representative and bargaining committee member. “The turnout for the ratification vote and the overwhelming support for the collective agreement is nothing short of spectacular,” said John Lewis, IATSE International Vice President and Director of Canadian Affairs. This ratification is part of a growing wave of unionization in the entertainment industry across the United States and Canada. Workers who want to learn more about joining the movement can visit https://canada.iatse.net/how-to-join/ to connect with an organizer.
August 22, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Statement on the Lockout at La Ronde (Six Flags Montréal SEC):
July 18, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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Déclaration sur le lock-out à La Ronde:
July 18, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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On July 15, 1911, Local 212 Calgary was founded, please join us in celebrating 114 years of representing Stage and Screen in Southern Alberta. Happy Birthday Local 212!

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July 15, 2025 at 2:31 PM