United Association of Labor Educators 2018 Women’s Summer Schools

Each summer, the United Association of Labor Educators (UALE) sponsors four regional “women’s schools”. These residential programs typically last between 4 and 5 days, and include classes and workshops on […]
Statement of the IATSE and DGA regarding the Joint Resolution to rescind the FCC Order on “Restoring Internet Freedom”

Internet streaming is fast becoming the primary way consumers enjoy the audiovisual works that our members create, and on which our livelihoods depend. As a result, we believe that no […]
IATSE Commends Telefilm for Theatrical Exhibition Program

TORONTO, ON – On April 27, Telefilm Canada launched a new program aimed at increasing exposure for Canadian films. According to Telefilm, the Theatrical Exhibition Program aims to “amplify the […]
2018 Spring and Summer Safety Observances

Whatever you think about your job, you should not experience is dread or fear when you think about going to work. A job location or worksite should not be a […]
Saturday, April 28: Workers Memorial Day/Day of Mourning

This Saturday, April 28, 2018, the labor movements in the U.S. and Canada will observe Workers Memorial Day and the National Day of Mourning. These days serve as an annual […]
IATSE 58 Builds Membership with YPT Carpenters

TORONTO, ON – On March 28, carpenters at the Young People’s Theatre voted unanimously for representation by IATSE Local 58. The carpenters approached Local 58 in early March and after […]
Two Groups Score IATSE 828 Representation in the Same Week

NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE / TORONTO, ON – Employee groups at two different venues have voted for IATSE representation in the same week. As of March 8, scenic artists at Toronto’s Young People’s […]
TIFF Assistant Booth Managers Vote for IATSE Local 58 Representation

TORONTO, ON – On February 13, the Assistant Booth Managers at the TIFF Bell Lightbox voted for representation by IATSE Local 58. The group had approached Local 58 six months […]
William Gearns Retires from IATSE General Executive Board; Joanne M. Sanders Unanimously Elected To The Board As 13th International Vice President

LOS ANGELES, CA — Ninth International Vice President William Gearns announced that he would step down from the General Executive Board and retire from his position as Director of the Trade […]
Matthew Cain Appointed IATSE Director of Communications

LOS ANGELES, CA — Matthew Cain has been named as the Director of the Department of Communications for the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE). He fills the role […]