ACTRA Ottawa represents the interests of more than 577 talented, professional performers in the National Capital Region and is one of the nine branches of ACTRA (Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists), the national union of over 30,000 professional performers working in English-language recorded media in Canada.
Welcome to ACTRA Ottawa
What's filming in Ottawa
Whether you are looking for urban sophistication or small town ambiance, breathtaking wilderness or pastoral rural vistas, Ottawa and the National Capital Region has it all and is an ideal location for film and television production.
ACTHuman
Artificial Intelligence Information Hub
Artificial Intelligence and the threats its unchecked use poses to the cultural industry and society represent one of the biggest issues ACTRA members face today and will likely continue to do so for years to come. ACTRA remains strong in its calls for action from both the production industry and the highest levels of the Canadian government. As this issue continues to evolve rapidly, bookmark this page to find all of ACTRA’s work on the AI file in one place.
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AGREEMENTS
ACTRA has negotiated some of the strongest collective agreements for performers in the world covering film, TV, radio, digital media, animation, voice, videogame and commercial production.
DEALS & DISCOUNTS
ACTRA members in good standing are eligible to receive various deals and discounts from a variety of retailers and services from across Canada.
NOTICES
Find the latest news about ACTRA where you are! From local announcements to special notices, this is your one-stop-spot for up-to-date information in Ottawa.
AFBS
AFBS is Canada's only national insurance benefit and investment service provider established and owned by Canadian performers and screenwriters.
HAVEN Online
Available to members of ACTRA, the Directors Guild of Canada and Canadian Actors' Equity Association, HAVEN Online allows performers to confidentially or anonymously report inappropriate behaviour and harassment in the workplace to their union/guild.
CHROMA: issue 02
Our Union. Our Stories
Inside issue 02:
- Anna Lambe is discovering what she really wants from life… while navigating the challenges of creating an international hit series – in her words. Exclusively to CHROMA.
- ACTRA goes on a wild ride with the legendary Kim Coates about the craft, characters, Canadian cookies, and much, much more.
- The new feature, Best Take kicks off with Andrew Phung describing the best day of his career… so far.
- ACTRA National Executive Director and Chief Negotiator Marie Kelly questions why foreign streamers are getting a free ride in Canada - and why the government need to act now.
