IATSE Local 849
@iatse849.bsky.social
Ensuring Motion Picture Technicians are safe, professional, and properly compensated for their work in Canada’s Maritime Provinces since 1990.
Congratulations Bethana Briffet, Lauren Theriault & Cassandra Candela on your '26 CAFTCAD nomination for your terrific work on Monica's News! NB production Revival also picked up a nomination for Costume Design in TV - Sci-Fi/Fantasy. We wish everyone good luck at the award ceremony March 1!
January 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Congratulations Bethana Briffet, Lauren Theriault & Cassandra Candela on your '26 CAFTCAD nomination for your terrific work on Monica's News! NB production Revival also picked up a nomination for Costume Design in TV - Sci-Fi/Fantasy. We wish everyone good luck at the award ceremony March 1!
It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the passing of Local 849 member Allan Collette. Allan was a Scenic Department member and an incredibly talented artist. We extend condolences to Allan's friends, family, and industry kin for this great loss.
January 5, 2026 at 6:02 PM
It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the passing of Local 849 member Allan Collette. Allan was a Scenic Department member and an incredibly talented artist. We extend condolences to Allan's friends, family, and industry kin for this great loss.
Our office breaks for the holidays Dec 20 to Jan 4, but we will return refreshed in 2026. This year we crewed 19 productions, grew our membership to 562, & celebrated 35 years of Local 849. Thank you all for your hard work and unmatched talent. Warmest wishes to everyone and a happy new year!
December 18, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Our office breaks for the holidays Dec 20 to Jan 4, but we will return refreshed in 2026. This year we crewed 19 productions, grew our membership to 562, & celebrated 35 years of Local 849. Thank you all for your hard work and unmatched talent. Warmest wishes to everyone and a happy new year!
Tomorrow is our last general meeting of 2025 and we hope to see your smiling faces there! A holiday social will take place after the meeting. Come eat, drink, and be merry with your brothers, sisters, and kin. An email with time, location, etc is waiting to be unwrapped in your inbox.
December 13, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Tomorrow is our last general meeting of 2025 and we hope to see your smiling faces there! A holiday social will take place after the meeting. Come eat, drink, and be merry with your brothers, sisters, and kin. An email with time, location, etc is waiting to be unwrapped in your inbox.
The Makeup Department is more than lipstick & loose powder. It's about creating believable characters. Longstanding member Betty Belmore discusses a day in the life of a Makeup Department HOD, how she began her film career, & why she values being a member of Local 849. buff.ly/kBtEe1y
December 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
The Makeup Department is more than lipstick & loose powder. It's about creating believable characters. Longstanding member Betty Belmore discusses a day in the life of a Makeup Department HOD, how she began her film career, & why she values being a member of Local 849. buff.ly/kBtEe1y
Your weekend plans are taken care of. Join your Local 849 kin at the Q4 General Meeting. After business is concluded, the party begins with a holiday social. Check in inbox to find out how you can mix and a-mingle.
December 11, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Your weekend plans are taken care of. Join your Local 849 kin at the Q4 General Meeting. After business is concluded, the party begins with a holiday social. Check in inbox to find out how you can mix and a-mingle.
Thanks Media NB for inviting us to talk about IATSE667, DGC-Maritimes and IATSE849 at the AGM. The questions were interesting and thought-provoking. We look forward to future collaborations to boost film production in New Brunswick!
December 10, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Thanks Media NB for inviting us to talk about IATSE667, DGC-Maritimes and IATSE849 at the AGM. The questions were interesting and thought-provoking. We look forward to future collaborations to boost film production in New Brunswick!
2025 is coming to a close. Which means it is time for our Q4 GM. Be sure to stop by and stay for the holiday social to follow.
Check your email and find all the information you need to attend. See you there!
Check your email and find all the information you need to attend. See you there!
December 8, 2025 at 1:15 PM
2025 is coming to a close. Which means it is time for our Q4 GM. Be sure to stop by and stay for the holiday social to follow.
Check your email and find all the information you need to attend. See you there!
Check your email and find all the information you need to attend. See you there!
@iatsepride.bsky.social is hosting a virtual holiday party on Dec 7 at 6 PM AST and you're invited! Dress up in your favourite holiday sweater, pour your beverage of choice, and hangout with your IATSE kin. Open to everyone. Register to attend at bit.ly/48DQYBi 🌈 ☃️ 🎁
December 5, 2025 at 9:00 PM
@iatsepride.bsky.social is hosting a virtual holiday party on Dec 7 at 6 PM AST and you're invited! Dress up in your favourite holiday sweater, pour your beverage of choice, and hangout with your IATSE kin. Open to everyone. Register to attend at bit.ly/48DQYBi 🌈 ☃️ 🎁
Don't miss this exciting panel discussion, available to Media NB members on Dec 5 at 2 PM at the Aberdeen Cultural Centre. Learn from L849 BA Shelley Bibby, L667 BA Dana Rutledge & DGC Maritimes Membership Services & Operations Manager Francine Deschepper. Reserve your seat today! bit.ly/3JBFgyi
December 4, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Don't miss this exciting panel discussion, available to Media NB members on Dec 5 at 2 PM at the Aberdeen Cultural Centre. Learn from L849 BA Shelley Bibby, L667 BA Dana Rutledge & DGC Maritimes Membership Services & Operations Manager Francine Deschepper. Reserve your seat today! bit.ly/3JBFgyi
Can you believe it is our final GM of 2025? Don't miss this one -- a holiday social will follow the meeting! Get all the details you need in your inbox.
December 3, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Can you believe it is our final GM of 2025? Don't miss this one -- a holiday social will follow the meeting! Get all the details you need in your inbox.
Due to the current weather conditions, our office will have a delayed opening of 11 AM. For immediate/urgent assistance, please email admin@iatse849.com.
December 3, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Due to the current weather conditions, our office will have a delayed opening of 11 AM. For immediate/urgent assistance, please email admin@iatse849.com.
This past weekend marked our third year participating in Operation Warm. We joined with our kin at Local 667, Local 680, and ADC 659 to distribute 300 hats, mittens, and coats to children and families in need. Operation Warm is more than a coat, providing warmth, confidence, and hope to children.
December 2, 2025 at 4:55 PM
This past weekend marked our third year participating in Operation Warm. We joined with our kin at Local 667, Local 680, and ADC 659 to distribute 300 hats, mittens, and coats to children and families in need. Operation Warm is more than a coat, providing warmth, confidence, and hope to children.
BA Shelley Bibby and Key Scenic Artist Kevin Lewis represented Local 849 on Monday at MPA-Canada's "Behind-the-Scenes" event on Parliament Hill.
Kevin showcased his talent and skill with a live demonstration of how scenic artists create various faux stonework for film productions.
📸 Dave Chan
Kevin showcased his talent and skill with a live demonstration of how scenic artists create various faux stonework for film productions.
📸 Dave Chan
November 27, 2025 at 7:11 PM
BA Shelley Bibby and Key Scenic Artist Kevin Lewis represented Local 849 on Monday at MPA-Canada's "Behind-the-Scenes" event on Parliament Hill.
Kevin showcased his talent and skill with a live demonstration of how scenic artists create various faux stonework for film productions.
📸 Dave Chan
Kevin showcased his talent and skill with a live demonstration of how scenic artists create various faux stonework for film productions.
📸 Dave Chan
BA Shelley Bibby and Key Scenic Artist Kevin Lewis represented Local 849 on Monday at MPA-Canada's "Behind-the-Scenes" event on Parliament Hill.
Kevin showcased his talent and skill with a live demonstration of how scenic artists create various faux stonework for film productions.
📸 Dave Chan
Kevin showcased his talent and skill with a live demonstration of how scenic artists create various faux stonework for film productions.
📸 Dave Chan
November 27, 2025 at 6:59 PM
BA Shelley Bibby and Key Scenic Artist Kevin Lewis represented Local 849 on Monday at MPA-Canada's "Behind-the-Scenes" event on Parliament Hill.
Kevin showcased his talent and skill with a live demonstration of how scenic artists create various faux stonework for film productions.
📸 Dave Chan
Kevin showcased his talent and skill with a live demonstration of how scenic artists create various faux stonework for film productions.
📸 Dave Chan
The IATSE Local 849 office will be closed tomorrow, Nov 11, for Remembrance Day. Staff will return to work on Wednesday, Nov 12. Urgent requests can be sent to admin@iatse849.com.
November 10, 2025 at 6:38 PM
The IATSE Local 849 office will be closed tomorrow, Nov 11, for Remembrance Day. Staff will return to work on Wednesday, Nov 12. Urgent requests can be sent to admin@iatse849.com.
Silver Wave Film Festival is celebrating its 25th anniversary! Check out this New Brunswick festival from Nov 6 - 13. Be sure to attend the opening gala screening of "What We Dreamed of Then", crewed by IATSE 849. Visit buff.ly/vBddld8 to check out the full schedule and learn how to buy a ticket!
November 6, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Silver Wave Film Festival is celebrating its 25th anniversary! Check out this New Brunswick festival from Nov 6 - 13. Be sure to attend the opening gala screening of "What We Dreamed of Then", crewed by IATSE 849. Visit buff.ly/vBddld8 to check out the full schedule and learn how to buy a ticket!
Congratulations to the new executive of the NSFL & to President Melissa Marsman, who was elected at the Federation's convention in Halifax! President Marsman is the first woman of colour to be elected president in the NSFL's 53-year history.
Top img: NSFL new exec
Bottom img: IASTE delegates
Top img: NSFL new exec
Bottom img: IASTE delegates
October 29, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Congratulations to the new executive of the NSFL & to President Melissa Marsman, who was elected at the Federation's convention in Halifax! President Marsman is the first woman of colour to be elected president in the NSFL's 53-year history.
Top img: NSFL new exec
Bottom img: IASTE delegates
Top img: NSFL new exec
Bottom img: IASTE delegates
IATSE Local 849 will be making an appearance at this year's Charlottetown Film Festival. Running from Oct 15 - 19, ChFF 2025 is the festival's 11th year and it's biggest to date! Visit buff.ly/n1za5QC to purchase your ticket now.
October 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
IATSE Local 849 will be making an appearance at this year's Charlottetown Film Festival. Running from Oct 15 - 19, ChFF 2025 is the festival's 11th year and it's biggest to date! Visit buff.ly/n1za5QC to purchase your ticket now.
Wishing everyone a weekend full of pie and pumpkins. Our office will be closed on Monday, October 13 for Thanksgiving. We will reopen on Tuesday , October 14. 🥧🦃
October 10, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Wishing everyone a weekend full of pie and pumpkins. Our office will be closed on Monday, October 13 for Thanksgiving. We will reopen on Tuesday , October 14. 🥧🦃
The Local 849 office will be closed on Tuesday, September 30 for National Truth and Reconciliation Day. Find an event near you, watch and listen to CBC's day of special programming, and read the 94 calls to action. Staff return to the office on Wednesday, October 1.
September 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The Local 849 office will be closed on Tuesday, September 30 for National Truth and Reconciliation Day. Find an event near you, watch and listen to CBC's day of special programming, and read the 94 calls to action. Staff return to the office on Wednesday, October 1.
Show up and speak out. Join us at our Q3 General Meeting tomorrow to get the latest updates and help shape your union. Info on joining in person or virtually is in your inbox. See you there!
September 20, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Show up and speak out. Join us at our Q3 General Meeting tomorrow to get the latest updates and help shape your union. Info on joining in person or virtually is in your inbox. See you there!
Come and participate in your union. Your voice matters. Attend the Q3 GM on Sunday, Sept 21. Check your inbox for additional information.
September 15, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Come and participate in your union. Your voice matters. Attend the Q3 GM on Sunday, Sept 21. Check your inbox for additional information.
Our Q3 GM is on Sunday, Sept 21. Join us for the snacks, stay for the democracy! Everything you need to know is waiting in your inbox.
September 10, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Our Q3 GM is on Sunday, Sept 21. Join us for the snacks, stay for the democracy! Everything you need to know is waiting in your inbox.
Happy 1st day of AIFF 2025! Congrats on celebrating 45 years of Atlantic storytelling & cinematic excellence. This year's schedule include Local 849 productions Sk+te'kmujue'katik (At the Place of Ghosts), Little Lorraine, and Dancing on the Elephant. Sept 10 - 17 at Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane HFX.
September 10, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Happy 1st day of AIFF 2025! Congrats on celebrating 45 years of Atlantic storytelling & cinematic excellence. This year's schedule include Local 849 productions Sk+te'kmujue'katik (At the Place of Ghosts), Little Lorraine, and Dancing on the Elephant. Sept 10 - 17 at Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane HFX.