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WGA CONTRACT UPDATE
Posted: Sep 27, 2023 16:14 Updated: Sep 27, 2023 16:32

As you may have seen, the WGA and AMPTP have reached a tentative agreement for a new 2023 Minimum Basic Agreement. The WGA reports that the deal is “exceptional – with meaningful gains and protections for writers in every sector of the membership”. We would like to recognize the WGA’s extraordinary show of solidarity and their willingness to endure 146 days of strike action – it is only through the strength and support of our Union members and kin that we are able to fight for better working conditions and fair contracts for all.
  • View the full statement from IATSE 891 here.
  • Click here for the latest updates on the WGA website.
SPOTLIGHT: INDIGENOUS ARTIST CALVIN CHARLIE-DAWSON
Posted: Sep 27, 2023 15:52

Indigenous artist Calvin Charlie-Dawson has designed artwork for IATSE 891 — incorporating traditional Coast Salish art into the 891 logo and a new Orange Shirt in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th. Read our Spotlight on Calvin and his inspiration for the designs here.
DONATE AND PICK UP AN ORANGE SHIRT
Posted: Sep 27, 2023 10:30 Updated: Sep 27, 2023 10:59

In honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30, we're encouraging donations to the Urban Native Youth Association and Spirit of the Children Society. Donate $10 or more to get a new Orange shirt designed by Calvin Charlie-Dawson. Bring proof of donation and pick up shirts at the Union Hall Sept. 28 and 29. 		HOUR BANK COVERAGE UPDATE
Posted: Sep 07, 2023 11:27 Updated: Sep 07, 2023 11:47

Members have received an important update regarding their Hour Bank withdrawal process to their email addresses. Due to the ongoing strikes and temporary work stoppage, a motion has been passed to reduce monthly hour bank cost by 50%, from 140 to 70 required hours for coverage, for all members in active hour bank coverage for the period of October 1, 2023 to January 1, 2024. We encourage everyone to check on their Hour Bank, and review the Benefits of Film plan at benefitsoffilm.com.
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: KAT RUSTON
Posted: Sep 06, 2023 15:49

"Being a Union member means you get to be included, and that's an amazing feeling. There's this extended family that you feel can back you up."
Kat Ruston is an actor, member of 891’s Lighting Department, and advocate for better Asian representation in media. She shares her journey in motion picture production and the best parts of being a union member in our latest Member Spotlight. Read it here!
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