The strain caused by the actors’ and writers’ strikes in Hollywood is also being felt in productions around the world, including Canada. Due to longstanding ties with American unions and networks, most film and television productions in Canada have come to a halt. Alistair Hepburn, executive director of ACTRA Toronto, explains that the slowdown began in spring with rumors of the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike. Hepburn states that there will be no new shows recorded over the summer for a fall premiere, impacting the industry’s most lucrative season. While many Canadian productions work with American studios and SAG-AFTRA actors, a significant portion of the work is domestic, including shows like Murdoch Mysteries and Run the Burbs. Independent Canadian producers will be able to engage SAG members during the strike through a waiver system. However, the strikes are expected to have a lasting impact on the industry as a whole, affecting not only performers but also directors, technicians, caterers, and local businesses. Shane Boucher, founder of 1Development Entertainment Services, comments on the industry-wide shutdown, stating that this is the first July he hasn’t worked. Many productions set to film in Canada this summer, including Cruel Intentions, had to pause production until the strike ends. Stefan Steen, a producer on Cruel Intentions, describes the devastating impact on the local film industry. Creative B.C., a program supporting the creative sector in British Columbia, expresses concern for the workforce and industry. Hepburn urges people to support the strike by canceling their streaming accounts and hopes for solidarity from other countries in the performers’ fight.
Canada’s film industry already greatly impacted by the Hollywood strike
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