TORONTO, November 1, 2024 — Today, the Canadian Media Producers Association and NABET 700-M UNIFOR announced the successful conclusion of negotiations on a new collective agreement. The tentative deal establishes updated terms, conditions and rates for a number of technical crew members engaged in film, TV and digital media productions in Ontario, including construction, hair, makeup, props, transportation, lighting, sound and set dressing.

“We are pleased to have reached a mutually beneficial agreement that recognizes the invaluable role of NABET crew members as essential production partners,” said Sean Porter, the CMPA’s Vice President of National Industrial Relations and Counsel. “I want to thank the individuals on both sides of the bargaining table for their commitment to reaching a fair agreement that maintains stability in Ontario, and benefits the future of our sector in this province.”

“This agreement demonstrates the commitment and dedication from both the CMPA and NABET 700-M UNIFOR to help shape a future of growth in film and television production here in Ontario, while recognizing the contribution and skill level of NABET Technicians, and ensuring that we are able to continue to produce globally recognized content in this province,” said Ryan Pogue, President of NABET 700-M UNIFOR.

Details of the new agreement in principle will be presented to the CMPA Board of Directors, and NABET 700-M UNIFOR membership for ratification in the coming weeks. The current CMPA / NABET 700-M UNIFOR Collective Agreement expires on December 31, 2024.

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ABOUT THE CMPA
The Canadian Media Producers Association is the national advocacy organization for independent producers, representing hundreds of companies engaged in the development, production, and distribution of English-language content made for television, cinema, and digital media channels. For more than 75 years, the CMPA has worked to promote the continued success of the Canadian production sector and to ensure a bright future for the diverse content made by our members for both domestic and international audiences. cmpa.ca

ABOUT NABET 700-M UNIFOR
NABET 700-M UNIFOR represents nearly 3,000 highly skilled Technicians across fourteen technical departments in the film, television and digital media production industry in the Province of Ontario.  NABET 700-M UNIFOR offers a competitive collective agreement that allows Producers to maximize their budget while working with top-tier Technicians to contribute to the global success of their production.  

For more information:

CMPA
Gamiela Fereg
Senior Manager, Media Relations & Communications, CMPA
gamiela.fereg@cmpa.ca

NABET 700-M UNIFOR
info@nabet700.com / 416-536-4827