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Equity is pleased to announce a successful conclusion to negotiations with the Stratford Festival on the Addendum to the Canadian Theatre Agreement (CTA).In addition to the improvements recently achieved in the CTA, the proposed changes to the Stratford Addendum include additional payment and support for Artists required to learn a special skill, stronger language in the area of marketing and promotion for the Festival, increased protection for Child Performers, and an additional 2%, above the CTA increase, for Directors in year two of the Agreement.Ratification of the Stratford Addendum is scheduled for December 3 - 18, 2024 for all Equity members eligible to vote and a complete list of the proposed changes are available here (login required).If ratified, the terms of the Stratford Addendum to the CTA will come into effect, retroactive to December 1, 2024. QuestionsPlease email Executive Director, Arden R. Ryshpan or Business Rep. Manager - Theatre Agreements CTA, ITA, Stratford Addendum, Commercial, Second City, Margaret Thompson for any additional information regarding the negotiation and ratification of this agreement.For more information, please contact communications@caea.com.