ACTRA, APFTQ and CMPA begin bargaining for new agreement

TORONTO - The Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA) has begun bargaining with producers for a new Independent Production Agreement (IPA) that covers film and television work for its members. ACTRA has commenced negotiations with the Producers Association (CMPA) and the Association des producteurs de films et de télévision du Québec (APFTQ). “We are optimistic that this round of bargaining will provide significant gains for performers that are balanced with the interests of Canadian producers,” said Stephen Waddell, ACTRA's Chief Negotiator and National Executive Director. “Our members have developed a very reasonable package of proposals, and we...