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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

We're closed Sept 30 for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We reopen on Oct 1. APTN, the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, CBC/Radio Canada, & the Algonquin Nation will host a multilingual commemorative gathering Sept 30 at 1 PM AT. Watch the live broadcast buff.ly/MIV7eXD

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The Fed Gov is attacking workers right to strike. Bill C-39 will give the Minister of Labour the power to intervene & end strikes at their discretion, without any legislative oversight. The right to strike is non-negotiable. Tell your MP to protect workers rights. buff.ly/3l3bYmA

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Our Q3 GM is tomorrow! A reminder, this meeting is entirely virtual. Get all the details you need by checking your email. See you online!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Your local, your voice. Make sure to attend the Q3 GM and have a say in union. The details for this meeting are in your inbox. See you on the 20th!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Our Q3 GM is just around the corner! This quarter's meeting will be entirely virtual. Find all the information you need to attend in your inbox. We will see you there!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

The L849 office is closed Sept 7 for Labour Day. We will return to work on Sept 8. Check in with your provincial labour federations to find a Labour Day event near you. Let's celebrate how far we've come and continue to fight for a future where workers rights are at the forefront. Happy Labour Day!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Have you ever considered working in the Sound Department? In our latest Member Spotlight Gerry Jackman ('97) discusses how he got started in Sound, ways to hone your skills, and highlights from his 50 year career. Read this ode to all things sound buff.ly/CpfGXD9.

Two toned image, top white, bottom navy. Navy text on top reads "Member Spotlight Sound Department." White text below says "Gerry Jackman Local 849 Member since 1997." In the middle is a black and white photo of a man wearing headphones and holding a boom pole over his head. There are graphics of sparkles on the image as well.

White text on a navy background. The text reads "In this member spotlight discover the role of the Sound Department, how Gerry got started in film, a typical day as a Boom Operator, reflections on Sound then vs now, Tips, insight, and more!" There is a sparkle graphic in the bottom right corner.

A black and white photo of a person holding a very tall boom pole. He stands in a puffy black jacket against a rocky coastline with the ocean in the background.

White text on a navy background. The image shows two star graphics with a quote in the centre. The quote reads "I think that a lot of people that are getting into sound, their goal is to be a mixer. They want to be the boss, king of thing and they don't pay attention to the boom. But they're missing the point because the boom is the sound." Underneath the attribution reads "Gerry Jackman"

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Have a great long weekend everyone! Our office will be closed for Natal day on Aug 3 and reopen Aug 4. Enjoy the sea and sunshine 🌊 🌞

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Walk with us on July 18 in the HFX Pride Parade! We'll be walking as "Entertainment Unions of the Maritimes" alongside I.A 667, 680, & ADC 659, DGC Maritimes, & ACTRA Maritimes. Sign up to get more details buff.ly/FzeIIwy. Hope to see you there! 📷 footage from 2025 Halifax Pride Parade

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Have a great day off everyone! We are closed today July 1 and will reopen tomorrow, July 2.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

UPDATE: The FilmPEI event scheduled for today, June 23, has been postponed. A new date will be scheduled and we will provide the details shortly.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Join our BA Shelley Bibby at FilmPEI's networking event on June 23 for an inside look at Netflix's "This Summer Will Be Different." Get insight into on-set roles, industry pathways, and upcoming opportunities! June 23, 6 - 9 PM The Arts Guild, 111 Queen St, Charlottetown PE RSVP buff.ly/JK3yUmF

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

We're looking forward to seeing everyone on Sunday at the Q2 General Meeting! Everything you need to know about attending (in-person or virtually) has been emailed to you. We'll see you there!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Announcing the return of not one but two productions crewed by Local 849! Congratulations to "You're Killing Me" for season 2 and "Sullivan's Crossing" for season 5. Can't wait to see you back on set.

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A photo layered on top of a two toned image. The top is a light blue, the bottom a navy. The text on the top reads "You're Killing Me." The text in the bottom says "Renewed for Season 2."

In the centre is a photo of two women making eye contact and smirking on opposite sides of a room.

A photo layered on top of a two toned image. The top is a light blue, the bottom a navy. The text on the top reads "Sullivan's Crossing" The text in the bottom says "Renewed for Season 5."

The photo in the centre shows two people high fiving with hands clasped. The person on the right has long red hair, the person on the left has a beard and mid length dirty blonde hair. The person on the left has an open mouth of surprise, while the person on the right smiles, laughing.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Make an impact in your union by attending our general meetings! The next one is June 14. Details have been emailed to you. If you have questions, get in touch!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

We are ecstatic for L849 member Charlotte Gavaris & her amazing team who took home a CSA on Sunday for Achievement in Make-Up! Their work on "Sk+te'kmujue'katik (At the Place of Ghosts)" is a testament to their skill & talent. Congrats as well to "This Hour Has 22 Minutes" for their 3 wins!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Our 2nd Quarter General Meeting takes place Sunday, June 14. Everything you need to know to attend is sitting in your inbox. We'll see you there!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Happy 20th (🤯 ) to Halifax Independent Filmmakers Festival! We are pleased to be presenting this year's Atlantic Auteurs on May 29 at 9 p.m at the Bus Stop Theatre. View the full festival program and purchase passes + tickets at hiff.ca today. See you there! 📽️ 🎞️ 🍿 🖌 poster by Andrew G Neville

An image of poster and text that says "Kjipuktuk Halifax Independent Filmmakers Film Festival MAY 27-30, 2026. BUS STOP THEATRE 2203 GOTTINGEN STREET TICKETS AVAILABLE AT HIFF.CA." Four logos in light blue across the bottom. AFCOOP, HALIFAX, CANADA, and IATSE Local 849. The poster shows a wooden articulated hand breaking through the clouds in the sky. It is wrapped in film and is holding an old fashioned video camera.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

We had a blast on Saturday at the 2026 Screen Nova Scotia Awards Gala. A huge congratulations to all the nominees and winners! Read the full list of winners at buff.ly/dpQLh5o 📷️ Support4Culture

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Two people stand on a stage, with tall purple curtains behind them. The podium reads "Screen Nova Scotia." The person on the right presents the person on the left with an award. The foreground shoes a group of people standing and applauding.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 18. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 19. Enjoy the sunshine folks!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

We're hiring a Membership Coordinator for a 1-year contract (with potential for extension). The application deadline is 11:59 PM AST on June 8th, 2026. Learn more about the position, duties, qualifications, schedule, and compensation at buff.ly/LL9ders.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

We hope your May Day is one of celebration and community. The class divide in Canada has never been greater, but we continue to see pockets of hope and new victories for workers every day. The fight for people over profits continues. Today reminds us of the strength we have when we work together.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Tomorrow, April 28, is the National Day of Mourning in remembrance of workers killed or injured on the job. Every worker deserves to come home safely at the end of the day. Find a vigil or flag raising near you: NS | nslabour.ca NB | fednb.ca PEI | peifed.ca

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

EP John Griffin, EP Jeff Pinkner & EP/Director Jack Bender discuss what's in store for the fifth & final season of 'From'. buff.ly/fw3kD5b Don't worry #FROMily. You can get your 'From' fix on Sunday, April 19, with the premier of season 4 on #MGMplus. 📷️ 'From' season four. MGM+

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Wishing everyone a restful long weekend! The office will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026 and reopen on Monday, April 6, 2026. For urgent matters, please contact admin@iatse849.com.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Introducing the Film Industry Orientation! The L849 Set Etiquette Course has been adapted into an online, self-directed course called the Film Industry Orientation. Developed in collaboration with NBCC, learners can now complete the course anytime, anywhere. Enrol today at learn.iatse849.com.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Happy Intl Trans Day of Visibility to our L849 kin! 🩵🩷🤍 To celebrate today: - Donate to an org in your area providing gender affirming care - Watch a TV show or film showcasing trans talent & trans stories. We're watching "Dawn, Her Dad and the Tractor." - Fight & organize for trans rights

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

We are overjoyed to see the recognition & celebration of our members’ talent with yesterday’s 2026 Canadian Screen Award nominees announcement! Congrats to: Sk+te'kmujue'katik - At the Place of Ghosts; There, There; This Hour Has 22 Minutes; The Trades & Everybody’s Meg. We are beaming with pride 🌟

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2026 Canadian Screen Awards Nominees

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Join How Green Is Our Screen for a FREE workshop on empowering a sustainable future in film and television production in NS. Register now to save your seat at 22minutes-howgreenisourscene.eventbrite.ca When: March 24th, 2026, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm Where: 22 Minutes Studio - 1800 Argyle St. Halifax

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day to all the women of Local 849! 2026 marks 115 yrs of IWD. Worldwide we are witnessing the organized pushback against gender equality & a regression of women's rights worldwide. The fight continues. Thank you to the women of Local 849: past, present, and future.

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A collage showing women who work in the film and tv industry.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

The nomination deadline for the 2026 Film Crew Excellence Award is extended to March 9. This is the award's 14th year honouring the professionalism, innovation, and ingenuity of crew in Nova Scotia. Write in now to nominate a crew member you feel is deserving of this prestigious award.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Though the commitment to the Nova Scotia Film & Television Production Incentive Fund remains the same, these proposed cuts will damage Nova Scotia's cultural sector. This is a time for us to show up for others who showed up for us in 2015 when we were battling similar devastating cuts. See you Wed.

White text on a navy background. Two large quotation marks imply this is a quote. The text reads: Even the most commercial level of filmmaking is enriched by the visual artists, writers, dancers, actors, and musicians who inspire and, in many cases, make up our crews ... all our cultural industries are intertwined and when one part of us is attacked, all of us are attacked. We need to step up to support each other."

The quote is attributed to Kevin Lewis, IATSE Local 849 member since 1999.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

Don't forget, our 2026 Annual General Meeting takes place tomorrow! Be sure to check your inbox for details. We look forward to seeing everyone at this once a year event.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

As African Heritage/Black History Month 2026 wraps up, we want to take a moment to highlight our outrageously talented crew. Thank you for your hard work, your endless creativity & the immeasurable contributions you've made to our industry. Our productions & our Local are made better because of you.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Need Sunday plans? Add the 2026 Annual General Meeting to your weekend itinerary! Everything you need to join is waiting in your inbox.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Join us for the 2026 Annual General Meeting. This is the room where it happens and you'll want to be there! Find all the info you need in your email. See you on March 1st!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

A reminder that Screen Nova Scotia and Screen Nova Studios Inc. will be hosting a town hall to update members on the status of the studio and next steps/future plans for the facility. The virtual town hall will take place on Feb 10, 2 - 3PM. RSVP by Feb 6 to attend. RSVP here buff.ly/hU9H49e .

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Happy 2026 African Heritage/Black History Month! We've put together a list of recommendations for events to attend, films to watch, and people to learn from this month. There is plenty to explore and these lists are one of many ways you can celebrate this month. buff.ly/3GTpmOC

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

The IATSE Local 849 office will be closed today, January 26, 2026 and staff will be working from home. If you need us, please call or email as usual. Stay safe out there!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Congratulations Bethana Briffet, Lauren Theriault & Cassandra Candela on your '26 CAFTCAD nomination for your terrific work on Monica's News! NB production Revival also picked up a nomination for Costume Design in TV - Sci-Fi/Fantasy. We wish everyone good luck at the award ceremony March 1!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the passing of Local 849 member Allan Collette. Allan was a Scenic Department member and an incredibly talented artist. We extend condolences to Allan's friends, family, and industry kin for this great loss.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Our office breaks for the holidays Dec 20 to Jan 4, but we will return refreshed in 2026. This year we crewed 19 productions, grew our membership to 562, & celebrated 35 years of Local 849. Thank you all for your hard work and unmatched talent. Warmest wishes to everyone and a happy new year!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

Tomorrow is our last general meeting of 2025 and we hope to see your smiling faces there! A holiday social will take place after the meeting. Come eat, drink, and be merry with your brothers, sisters, and kin. An email with time, location, etc is waiting to be unwrapped in your inbox.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

The Makeup Department is more than lipstick & loose powder. It's about creating believable characters. Longstanding member Betty Belmore discusses a day in the life of a Makeup Department HOD, how she began her film career, & why she values being a member of Local 849. buff.ly/kBtEe1y

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White text on a navy background. The text reads "In this member spotlight discover: The role of the Makeup Department, How Betty got started in film, Incredible career highlights, Industry changes since 1990's, Tips, insight, and more!" A trio of white star graphics are in the bottom right corner.

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White text on a navy background. Shooting star graphics surround a pull quote. The text reads "Solidarity is not just a platitude; it's a real thing. It has meant the world to me to know no matter how challenging a shoot can be, I will be out there with a great crew. We will have each other's backs and we are united."

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Your weekend plans are taken care of. Join your Local 849 kin at the Q4 General Meeting. After business is concluded, the party begins with a holiday social. Check in inbox to find out how you can mix and a-mingle.

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Thanks Media NB for inviting us to talk about IATSE667, DGC-Maritimes and IATSE849 at the AGM. The questions were interesting and thought-provoking. We look forward to future collaborations to boost film production in New Brunswick!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

2025 is coming to a close. Which means it is time for our Q4 GM. Be sure to stop by and stay for the holiday social to follow. Check your email and find all the information you need to attend. See you there!

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

@iatsepride.bsky.social is hosting a virtual holiday party on Dec 7 at 6 PM AST and you're invited! Dress up in your favourite holiday sweater, pour your beverage of choice, and hangout with your IATSE kin. Open to everyone. Register to attend at bit.ly/48DQYBi 🌈 ☃️ 🎁

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IATSE Local 849 @iatse849.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Don't miss this exciting panel discussion, available to Media NB members on Dec 5 at 2 PM at the Aberdeen Cultural Centre. Learn from L849 BA Shelley Bibby, L667 BA Dana Rutledge & DGC Maritimes Membership Services & Operations Manager Francine Deschepper. Reserve your seat today! bit.ly/3JBFgyi

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