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Canadian Federation of Musicians Announces Historic New Production Agreement with Canada’s Producers

New agreement establishing terms, conditions, and rates for musicians engaged on English-language productions in Canada The Canadian Federation of Musicians (CFM) and the Canadian Media Producers Association (CMPA) announce the successful conclusion of negotiations and ratification of the first-ever Independent Production Agreement, establishing the terms, conditions, and rates for musicians engaged on English-language independent productions […]

Solidarity Is Needed Now More than Ever

Dear Member, Our shared solidarity is needed now more than ever. Members across the United States and Canada are feeling the ramifications of the U.S. elections. Trump’s advisors are no longer running from it. They are not just admitting it. They are celebrating that Project 2025, with its direct attacks on our safety and our […]

AFM Emergency Relief Fund

The heartbreaking destruction we’re witnessing in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee after Hurricanes Helene and Milton is truly unprecedented. Now, more than ever, it’s crucial that we unite to support our fellow musicians facing hardship. Your contribution to AFM Emergency Relief Fund can make a meaningful difference to AFM members and their families struggling in […]

Live TV & Video Negotiations

The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) is calling on all union members and allies to join the “Rally for a Fair Contract” to support musicians working on live and taped TV shows. The rally will take place on Wednesday, September 4th, from noon to 1:00 PM at 1221 Avenue of the Americas, between 48th & 49th […]

AFM Endorses Harris for President

The American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada (AFM) endorses Vice President Kamala Harris for president in the 2024 election. In announcing the union’s endorsement, AFM International President Tino Gagliardi issued the following statement: “The Federation joins with all Americans who want to see a nation that is united, that promotes inclusion and […]

Hollywood Labor Stands with Teamsters and Hollywood Basic Crafts and Calls on AMPTP to Bargain in Good Faith

LOS ANGELES and NEW YORK – The following is a joint statement from the American Federation of Musicians (AFM), Directors Guild of America (DGA), International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA), Writers Guild of America East (WGAE), and Writers Guild of America West (WGAW) in support […]

Thank you, President Biden

Thank you, President Biden, for dedicating your life’s work to public service. Not since the administration of Franklin Roosevelt has any US president shown such strong support for working American families. President Biden’s decision was patriotic, selfless and will be remembered fondly by history. Make no mistake, President Biden has been an exceptionally strong president […]

A Major Victory for AFM-EPF

I am happy to announce a significant victory for all of us: the successful preservation of the American Federation of Musicians and Employers’ Pension Fund (AFM-EPF). The AFM’s application for Special Financial Assistance through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) has been officially approved. The funding ensures that our musicians can continue to rely on […]

AFM Appoints New Vice President from Canada

The International Executive Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Allistair Elliott to the position of AFM Vice President from Canada to complete the unexpired term of his predecessor, Alan Willaert, who passed away unexpectedly in April. For activities within Canada and its Territories, the Vice President from Canada is known as the Vice […]

Announcing the Passing of American Federation of Musicians Vice President from Canada Alan Willaert

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our colleague and friend Alan Willaert, American Federation of Musicians Vice President from Canada and Director of Canadian Affairs, on April 18, 2024. Alan was a passionate and tenacious advocate for Canadian musicians—whether at contract negotiations or speaking about the impact […]