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ACTRA urges “industry-wide effort” to ensure safe workspaces for performers


TORONTO – As allegations swirl about the conduct of American film producer and former film studio director Harvey Weinstein, ACTRA issued the following statement on Friday:The disturbing allegations about producer Harvey Weinstein are an important reminder of the work we all need to do to make workspaces safe for all performers.We know sexual discrimination and sexual harassment are very real issues in the industry and in society as a whole. We also know, sadly, how prevalent and difficult predatory behaviour is to report. As industry leaders, we all have a role to play in ending the culture of silence. It’s...