The new agreement signals labor peace north of the border for Hollywood producers shooting in Ontario.
and the Canadian Media Producers Association, representing indie producers, have reached a tentative deal for film set trailers and craft service workers in Ontario, a key production hub for environment for American and local producers that shoot in Canada over a year after the Hollywood actors and writers strikes. The agreement, which replaces one that expires on Dec. 31, 2024, and follows recent negotiations, awaits ratification by members of IATSE Local 411.
“Through effective collective bargaining, we have reached a fair agreement that helps maintain stability in Ontario’s media production sector, and I thank the individuals on both sides of the table for their commitment,” Sean Porter, vp of national industrial relations and counsel for the CMPA, added in his own statement.
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