IATSE Local 411 is a democratic union dedicated to the principles of trade unionism. Local 411 is an affiliate of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, which represents over 110,000 members employed in motion pictures, legitimate theatre and trade shows across North America. Local 411 works in tandem with all the other Unions, Guilds and Associations in the Greater Toronto area and has jurisdiction for its members across the province of Ontario. We have dedicated professional members who have a broad range of skills and experience working on everything from documentaries to Oscar winning feature films. Our members form the backbone of every production, on set and in the office, working through all phases of production, prep to post. The Local, negotiates collective agreements with production entities that provide benefits (health/dental and rsp’s), sets out minimum rates and establishes standard conditions of work. We are a freelance group, with no limitations on members ability to be hired based on experience and merit.