Over 9,000 professional artists and technicians are members of IATSE Local 891, the largest IATSE local in Canada. Chartered in 1962, IATSE Local 891 represents motion picture workers throughout British Columbia and the Yukon.
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NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: ALICIA CHOWEN (891 HAIR)

Our latest Member Spotlight features the incredible Alicia Chowen. Inspired by her Jamaican grandmother who owned a salon, Alicia learned the art of styling Black hair in high school. Upon joining IATSE 891's Hair department in 2024 and working on big productions like Yellowjackets, Alicia has built on her success as a motion picture hair stylist and is creating pathways for Black hair stylists to enjoy the benefits of working in film in BC.
Thank you, Alicia, for such an inspiring story! Read the Spotlight on ourwork.ca!

(POSTED 2025-04-25)

SURVEY: HELP INFORM OUR TRAINING PROGRAMS

IATSE 891 Training would like to hear from you! As part of our ongoing efforts to ensure that members receive the best possible training opportunities, we are conducting a Learning Needs Assessment survey. This survey will help us identify areas where additional training is needed and pinpoint the types of courses you’re most interested in. Complete the survey here before the deadline 9:00 am, April 30. Questions? Please email training@iatse.com.

(POSTED 2025-04-25)

SURVEY: SUBCONTRACTING WORK WITHIN 891

IATSE 891 is looking for feedback on subcontracting and third-party work you see performed on productions you work on. Please fill out the survey here. If you have any questions, please email info@iatse.com.

(POSTED 2025-04-25)

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