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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IATSE 891 STATEMENT ON US TARIFFS

On May 4, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump stated he would be directing his administration to level 100% tariffs on all productions made outside of the U.S.A. and we heard from members expressing their concerns. 891 Business Representative Crystal Braunwarth released a letter to members, which you can read here.

(POSTED 2025-05-07)

WATCH AI DAY OF LEARNING AND ENGAGEMENT VIDEO FOR CREATIVE ARTS WORKERS

Learn more about the impact of AI on workers in the creative arts by watching the video of our recent event bringing unions and academics together for a day of dialogue. Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the event on March 16, 2025, hosted by IATSE 891 along with IATSE 938 and SFU Labour Studies. Watch a summary video of the day here!

(POSTED 2025-05-02)

JOIN US IN RAISING MONEY FOR PERIOD PROMISE

One in four British Columbians who menstruate have had to choose to purchase other essentials instead of period products. This year, we are aiming to raise $10,000 on behalf of the BC motion picture community to fight period poverty, will you join us? Physical donations can be dropped off at the IATSE 891 office (1640 Boundary Rd, Burnaby) or you can donate online here.

(POSTED 2025-05-02)

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