The Union of British Columbia Performers (UBCP/ACTRA) is an autonomous branch of ACTRA (Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists), the national organization of professional performers working in the English-language recorded media in Canada. ACTRA represents the interests of 27,000 members across Canada – the foundation of Canada’s highly acclaimed professional performing community.
Welcome to UBCP/ACTRA
Notice: The UBCP/ACTRA offices will be closed from December 18, 2021 – January 2, 2022, for the Christmas break.
President's Message
I am extremely proud to be President of this union. I have been a union member since 1991. In that time, I have worked as a background performer, stand in, actor (series lead and day player), I have done commercials, voice over, radio drama and animation. I have personally worked with our stunt performers, puppeteers, choreographers, and singers. Over the years I have felt a kinship with all our sister unions as we successfully, side by side, created one of the most sought-after production centres in the world.
COVID-19 Updates
UBCP/ACTRA will be updating this page regularly with information related to the COVID-19 health crisis as it becomes available. Please check back frequently for updates.
Click on the link to see any current notices
Ultra Low Budget Program
Our Ultra Low Budget Program was created to meet any budget so that union members and producers can work together on low budget productions while protecting the rights of performers. Get started here.
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AGREEMENTS
ACTRA’s national collective agreements and regional, specialized agreements cover the whole gamut including film, TV, radio, digital media and videogame productions. ACTRA has negotiated some of the best collective agreements for performers in the world.
BECOME A MEMBER
When you’re part of UBCP/ACTRA, you’re part of the strongest, full-service cultural union in Canada. UBCP/ACTRA is an autonomous branch of ACTRA, the national UNION of 27,000 professional performers working in the English-language recorded media in Canada.
RESOURCES FOR PERFORMERS
Our member information section includes our Stage Parents Guide, member discounts, nudity guide, general text information, industry acronyms, our Home Safe Taxi Program and advise for choosing an agent, self-taping, working background and more.
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
Information and help on different mental health resources available
MEMBER ADDICTION MEMORIAL FUND
UBCP/ACTRA has launched the Member Addiction Memorial Fund, to provide eligible Members with financial assistance for the cost of in-patient and out-patient treatment for substance use disorder and addiction.
For more information and eligibility
CONTACTS
Our UBCP/ACTRA office hours are Monday to Friday 9:00am to 4:30pm and we are located at 300-380 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver. Link here to our staff contact list and to leave a message for a Union Representative regarding a production-related matter.
UBCP/ACTRA Meeting Dates
Pay Your Dues
The office is closed and all in person meetings are suspended due to the COVID – 19 pandemic. Some meetings will be held via Webinar and information will be communicated by email.
The Union is collecting payment for the 2020/21 Annual Dues.
For information about how to pay your dues click below.
What's Shooting?
Check out our what's shooting page for a list of film, television, and current low budget projects in production and pre-production. For questions about any productions in B.C. please contact our UBCP/ACTRA Business Representative.
ACTRA Magazine: Fall 2021
Enjoy the Fall 2021 edition of ACTRA Magazine… Catch up on the latest ACTRA news, stories, accolades and advice from around your union!
