TORONTO (May 21, 2026) – ACTRA National President Eleanor Noble issued the following statement in response to today’s announcement by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC):

While today’s announcement contains encouraging language about supporting Canadian and Indigenous production, performers cannot build a future on aspirations alone.

The test is whether these proclamations will lead to meaningful, enforceable investment in Canadian culture. ACTRA needs to see clear rules, accountability, and measurable outcomes, while also asking why Canadian broadcasters will pay less into investment while billion-dollar foreign streamers will only see a modest increase.

Acknowledgement is not enough, broadcasters and streamers who make huge profits in Canada must contribute to the future of our domestic industry. Canadian performers and the stories they tell deserve more than good intentions.”

About ACTRA:
The Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA) is the national union of professional performers working in recorded media in Canada. ACTRA represents the interests of more than 30,000 members across the country — the foundation of Canada’s highly acclaimed professional performing community.

Media Contact:
Carol Taverner, Public Relations Officer: ctaverner@actra.ca