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In this issue:
CITT/ICTS News
Rendez-vous 2025: Thank you!
CITT/ICTS AGM
2025-2026 Board of Directors & Election Results
CITT/ICTS Awards Recipients
CITT/ICTS Education Commission
September Zoom Session
EXPO-SCÈNE 2026
Welcome New Members!
New on the Callboard Forum
Industry News
Resources
Job Board
Members Area
Thanks to our Contributing Members!
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Thank you for a great Rendez-vous ✨
That’s a wrap on the 35th edition of our annual conference! Even with the challenges of the Air Canada labour dispute, widespread wildfires across Atlantic Canada, along with ongoing drought conditions, this new edition of Rendez-vous prevailed. The conference was held successfully and received with enthusiasm, energy, and a sense of connection.
This year’s event took place in Halifax, Nova Scotia, hosted at the Dalhousie Arts Centre and the Fountain School of Performing Arts. A big thank you goes out to both venues and their incredible staff, who welcomed us warmly and supported our event every step of the way.
The week began on a reflective and meaningful note with the Opening Soirée, where we had the honour of welcoming Charlotte Bernard, Mi’kmaq Matriarch and Cultural Advisor. Her reflection, tailored specifically for our community, grounded us and in the spirit of reconciliation, CITT/ICTS also made a donation to the Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre in Halifax, a small but important gesture of support and solidarity.
Throughout the week, members came together to learn, share, and build relationships taking in many of the 16 sessions and 5 training workshops offered, including the inaugural IATSE Training Hub, the AFC's Mental Health First Aid Training and ETC's Eos Overview Training. The learning opportunities and quality of the programming and presenters are among the most rewarding aspects of Rendez-vous each year.
Thursday’s Trade Show brought a fantastic lineup of vendors and industry partners, including, ACT Entertainment, AVL Media, Behind the Scenes, Christie Lites Sales, DataVisual Marketing, d&b audiotechnik Canada, Elation Professional, GerrAudio Distribution, IATSE Canada, Joel Theatrical Rigging, Lumenayre Distribution, MacEwan University, Ontario Staging Limited, Strong MDI, Theatrixx Technologies, and the University of Saskatchewan. Their presence helped foster new ideas and showcase innovative products that continue to shape our industry. Thank you to our exhibitors for your continued support of CITT/ICTS and Rendez-vous!
Of course, no Rendez-vous would be complete without the ever-zany Swag Bingo, sponsored by GerrAudio Distribution. Our fundraising event proved once again to be a crowd favourite — and this year it raised over $3,600! As a reminder, all proceeds from this event go to The AFC. Thank you to everyone who participated, donated prizes, and made the evening such a blast. Special shout out to our callers Howard Van Schiack, Bill Sapsis and Brianne Gwartz.
We closed out the week with our Annual Luncheon, AGM, and Awards Ceremony. A special highlight this year was the presentation of our inaugural Emerging Technical Talent Award, which went to two incredibly deserving recipients: Brendan Briceland and Marshall Kidd. Both were able to join us virtually for a few moments and it was a joy to celebrate with them. You can learn more about them in the following sections of the newsletter. As we look ahead, we encourage our members to begin thinking about next year’s award nominations. Categories for the 2026 Awards will remain the same: Emerging Technical Talent, Achievement in Education, Technical Innovation and Achievement, and Lifetime Achievement. Your input helps us recognize deserving and dedicated individuals in our community.
This year’s Plenary Session also sparked some valuable discussion about our digital future and how we might better connect and support our membership across regions. The feedback and ideas shared will help guide our next steps, and we thank everyone who participated in the conversation.
A very special thank you to our Student Volunteers: Maggee Leavey, Samuel Paquette, Gen Matzuzaka and Takumi Kamidono for supporting us throughout the week, you were all a joy to work with and we wish you the best in your upcoming school year.
Finally, thank you to all who attended, presented, supported, and sponsored this year’s Rendez-vous. Your presence, generosity, and passion make this event what it is: a celebration of our community and a space for growth, connection, and inspiration. We can’t wait to see you again next year in Ottawa.
With gratitude,
The National Office Staff & Board of Directors
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POST-CONFERENCE SURVEY for DELEGATES and EXHIBITORS
Links to our conference surveys were sent to all attendees and exhibitors on Monday, August 18. Please take the time to evaluate your experience and share your thoughts, concerns, and suggestions for future conferences as we will take them all into consideration. If you did not receive the email, please contact us. The deadline for completing the surveys is Friday, August 31.
SESSION FEEDBACK → IN THE APP!
If you would like to provide some more in-depth feedback on the sessions you attended during the conference, we invite you to do so through the app.
How to: In the app Schedule, select the session for which you want to leave feedback and click on the 'Feedback' icon at the bottom of the screen. The deadline for submitting session feedback through the app is Friday, August 31.
CONFERENCE PHOTOS
See below for a small selection of photos taken during the conference. The full photo gallery will be available on our website soon!
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Recording is now available
2025 Annual General Meeting & Awards
The Annual General Meeting is the occasion to meet with the Board and other CITT/ICTS members. At the 2025 AGM, the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors presented the financial statements for 2025 along with the Regional Section and Committee Reports. They also introduced the newly elected board members and discussed the organization's future.
This year also marked the return of the CITT/ICTS Awards. Immediately after the AGM, the Emerging Technical Talent Award was presented to two individuals in recognition of their outstanding growth, dedication and technical skill in the early stages of their career in the Canadian live performance sector.
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held in-person and via Zoom on August 16th, 2025 at 1pm ADT. The recording is now available to all.
▶️ WATCH NOW
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CITT/ICTS 2025-2026 Board of Directors
+ 2025 Election Results
The Nomination Committee presented the following board slate to the National Board of Directors for ratification. There were 3 director positions up for election and there were 4 candidates.
Joshua C McIntosh (incumbent, currently Treasurer)
Crystal Lee (incumbent, currently Director at Large)
Andrea Lundy (incumbent, currently Secretary)
Craig Langlois (seeking election)
Voting opened on May 12, 2025 and closed on June 10, 2025. Election results were announced at the Annual General Meeting held on Saturday August 16, 2025. The following candidates were elected:
Joshua C McIntosh (incumbent, now President-Elect)
Crystal Lee (incumbent, remains Director at Large)
Andrea Lundy (incumbent, remains Secretary)
The following directors are continuing their term on the Board of Directors:
Russell Martin (Ontario) President
Autumn Coppaway (British Columbia) Vice-President
Brianne Gwartz (Ontario) now Treasurer
Debbie Richardson (Nova Scotia) Director-at-Large
Peter (Spike) Lyne (Ontario) Director-at-Large
Matt Lamarche (Ontario) Director-at-Large
→ For more information on the Board members, please visit the Board of Directors webpage of our website.
→ For more information about the election process, qualifications of candidates and links to relevant documents about the organization, such as the by-laws, governance document, annual report and financial statements, please visit the About Us section of our website.
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🏆 2025 Emerging Technical Talent Award Recipients
Congratulations to Brendan Briceland and Marshall Kidd!
CITT/ICTS is pleased to recognize the exceptional talent and early career of two emerging professionals who are shaping the future of our field. Brendan and Marshall have shown exceptional promise in their careers, and it is with great pleasure that we recognize their achievements.
The Emerging Technical Talent Award is awarded to an individual who has shown continued development and work ethic in the early stages of their professional career. The candidates must have spent at least 2-years and not more than 10-years working in a technical field in the Canadian live performance community.
This year the nomination committee felt that both of these individuals deserved to be recognized for their achievements.
→ Learn more about this year's recipients
Postscript: Although there were four awards categories listed for this year, we only received nominations for the one category: Emerging Technical Talent. While we are happy to recognize emerging talent, we had also hoped to honour more of our industry peers. Awards nominations are driven by the membership. We sincerely hope that next year, we will receive more nominations from our members, making this an even greater celebration!
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Recording is now available
CITT/ICTS Education Commission, initial meeting
The Commission seeks to define and uphold national standards while promoting a shared vision for training and professional development. Participation from across the country will help ensure that the commission can advocate for programs at risk, support institutions facing challenges, and provide a space for transparent discussion around oversight and systemic issues.
Held on Saturday, August 16, during Rendez-vous 2025 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, this first meeting discussed ways to help strengthen connections across the sector and encourage collaboration among educators and institutions nationwide.
▶️ WATCH NOW
Next meeting: Monday, September 15, 2025 | 1 PM to 2:30 PM EDT | On Zoom
For this meeting we are asking that only those representing educational institutions attend. Future meetings will welcome other CITT/ICTS members who wish to have input in this commission. This meeting will not be recorded.
→ Register here for the meeting
The Educational Commission is led by Andrea Lundy, Director of the Production Design and Technical Arts Program at the National Theatre School of Canada and Secretary of the CITT/ICTS National Board of Directors.
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September Zoom Session
CITT/ICTS Member Check-In: Membership
Monday, September 22, 2025 | 12 PM to 1 PM EDT | On Zoom
Do you have any questions about your membership, its benefits, or anything else related to membership? Join the National Office team for an hour-long "Ask Us Anything!" information session online. We look forward to seeing you there!
Please note that this meeting is for members only - thank you.
→ REGISTER HERE
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EXPO-SCÈNE 2026
✨ Join us on Wednesday April 15 and Thursday April 16, 2026 at the Palais des congrès de Montréal for a new and exciting edition of EXPO-SCÈNE!
Visit the Exhibitor Information page for the 2026 booth space rates, current floor plan and other general information, and contact us directly to reserve a space. Note that full exhibitor information will be available later.
More information about the show will be communicated starting in September 2025. Visitor registration is set to open in November 2025. Follow our socials or sign up for EXPO-SCÈNE email updates to stay updated!
We look forward to welcoming you next year ✨
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ORGANIZATIONAL NOT-FOR-PROFIT
Tidemark Theatre Society, BC
Mary Winspear Centre, BC
INDIVIDUAL
Kenneth Young, Regina, SK
Jo Pagnan, Brockville, ON
STUDENT
Maggee Leavey, Dartmouth, NS
Margaret Duff, Ottawa, ON
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Let there be lights… that move! Movers De-Mystified
The Fall/Winter 2025 season of Resource Stage seminars kicks off with a session on Moving Lights - what they are, what they can do, and how to control them. They’ll look at a range of fixtures and control options and break down the misunderstanding that moving lights are too expensive and too complex.
This seminar is perfect for anyone looking to demystify intelligent lighting and get a clearer picture of what these versatile tools can bring to your stage.
Tuesday, September 09th, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
At Horizon Solutions, 1910 Huron St, London, ON
→ LEARN MORE & REGISTER
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DataVisual on Display 2025
DataVisual on Display is a must-attend event for exploring the latest in audiovisual, entertainment, and IT technology! Experience hands-on demos with 40+ leading manufacturers.
→ CLICK HERE to register for an event near you.
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The AFC Workshop
"Perfectly Human: Understanding and Managing Perfectionism."
This new workshop from The AFC team explores what perfectionism is, where it tends to show up in people’s lives (such as procrastination, giving up easily, stress, and low self-worth), and why it persists.
For those working in the performing arts and entertainment, where high standards and constant pressure can feel overwhelming, understanding and managing perfectionism can be especially powerful. The workshop will take a deep dive into perfectionistic behaviours, re-evaluate the importance of achievement, and introduce practical tools and strategies to reduce perfectionist thinking. Participants will also learn how to challenge unhelpful habits and build self-compassion as they work toward change.
September 18, 2025 - 1 pm ET | 10 am PT - Virtual on Zoom
Facilitated by The AFC team members Hayley Schmalz, MSW, RSW (Ont.) and Emily Hill, MSW, RSW (Ont.) presented in partnership with The Artists' Health Centre.
→ LEARN MORE & REGISTER
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JOEL Theatrical Rigging: Two day hands-on theatrical rigging course
The hands-on course is held on stage in a theatre setting and focused on the counterweight rigging systems.
Topics include :
◾ Basic rigging theory
◾ Hardware
◾ Knot tying
◾ Wire rope terminations
◾ Counterweight system operation and best practices
◾ Hanging drapery and scenery
◾ Arena rigging in a theatre
◾ Log books
◾ Inspection requirements and procedures
Class size is limited to 10 participants.
Contact them directly via email or at 1-905-890-8802 to schedule, or for more information on their closed and/or private course for your team.
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AVL Media Group announces brand-new Audac Experience Centre in Montreal
Step into a space where innovation meets inspiration—designed to showcase the full power and versatility of Audac’s professional audio solutions. Whether you’re an integrator, designer, or consultant, this is your chance to get hands-on with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic, immersive environment.
- Explore our centralized processing systems
- Test-drive Audac’s latest audio gear
- Connect with our expert team of product specialists
- Enjoy a coffee while discovering what’s possible
Visit at AVL’s head office: 5775 Blvd Thimens, St Laurent, QC. Contact AVL Media Group to schedule your visit.
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The National Theatre School of Canada announces 2025-2026 Artistic Leadership Residents
This year's theme is 𝑬𝒏𝒗𝒊𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑺𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚.
Theatre companies are being asked to work in a more sustainable way, to build processes and productions that keep in mind the environmental impact of theatre. Much of this responsibility falls upon the heads of production organizations, but they don’t always have the tools to accomplish what they want and need.
Another distinctive feature of this year’s residency is that it is designed for 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.
The 9 residents will be at NTS from September 22nd to 23rd, 2025. They will discuss topics and learn practical sustainable practices that will benefit their own work and companies, and which they can then share with their communities.
✨𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥 𝐅𝐮𝐣𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐨-𝐏𝐢𝐡𝐥 (𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧, 𝐎𝐍); (☞ CITT/ICTS Member and past Ontario Section Chair)
✨𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐊𝐢𝐝𝐝 (𝐓𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐨, 𝐎𝐍); (☞ CITT/ICTS Member and Recipient of the CITT/ICTS Emerging Technical Talent Award)
✨𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐲 𝐌𝐜𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐥 (𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥, 𝐐𝐂);
✨𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐞 𝐎𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐫 (𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐠, 𝐌𝐁); (☞ CITT/ICTS Member)
✨𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 (𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐲, 𝐀𝐁);
✨𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨 (𝐍𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐚-𝐨𝐧-𝐭𝐡𝐞-𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞, 𝐎𝐍);
✨𝐄𝐮𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨 𝐒𝐚𝐞𝐧𝐳 (𝐎𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐰𝐚, 𝐎𝐍); (☞ CITT/ICTS Member)
✨𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐞𝐫 (𝐕𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐯𝐞𝐫, 𝐁𝐂);
✨𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐫 (𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥, 𝐐𝐂).
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SHARE YOUR NEWS!
CITT/ICTS members are invited to submit press releases, resources, and information about upcoming events for consideration in the News section of our website and the monthly newsletter.
Take advantage of our extensive network.
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ESTA Standards Watch
The latest issue is now available.
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10 new documents currently in Public Review
CLICK HERE to view the full description of the Standards and to submit a review.
ANSI procedures require that a standard be submitted to public review so that all parties materially affected have an opportunity to participate in its development. This ensures the standard reflects the consensus of opinion in the industry. To participate in the review of these documents, download the necessary forms and documents by using the links provided next to the standard. After you submit your comments, you should receive a confirmation within one week.
- BSR E1.78, Prop Weapons Safety
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BSR E1.79, Television, Film, Live Performance, and Event Electrical Guidelines for Canada
- BSR E1.31-1, Per-slot priority extension for ANSI E1.31
- BSR E1.86, Pinout Configuration Types for use with Power & Control Connectors for Fixed Speed Electric Chain Hoists in the Entertainment Industry
- BSR E1.56, Rigging Support Points
- BSR E1.2, Design, Manufacture, and Use of Aluminum Trusses and Towers
- E1.54 - 2021, ESTA Standard for Color Communication in Entertainment Lighting
- BSR ES1.8, Event Safety - Venue & Site Design
- BSR ES1.2, Event Safety - Planning & Management
- BSR ES1.43, Event Safety - Material Handling
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ONLINE READS
from our Media Partners
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Junior/Assistant Video Product Specialist
SC Media Canada
permanent, à temps plein
Lachine & Montréal, Québec
31 août 2025
Technical Director
Mary Winspear Centre
Permanent, Full-time
Sidney, British Columbia
August 29, 2025
Technical Director/Head of Construction
Ottawa Little Theatre
Permanent, Full-time
Ottawa, Ontario
August 29, 2025
Production Stage Carpenter
Ballet BC
Seasonal, Full-time
Vancouver, British Columbia
August 29, 2025
Head of Scenic Carpentry
Western Canada Theatre
Permanent, Full-time
Kamloops, British Columbia
August 31, 2025
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President and Chief Executive Officer
National Arts Centre/Centre National des Arts
Permanent, Full-time
Ottawa, Ontario
November 15, 2025
Audiovisual Engineering Technologist
Branch Audiovisual
Permanent, Full-time
Mississauga, Ontario
September 12, 2025
Theatre Technician
cSPACE Projects
Temporary, Part-time
Calgary, Alberta
September 15, 2025
Director of Production
Crow's Theatre
Permanent, Full-time
Toronto, Ontario
September 30, 2025
Technical Director
Chester Playhouse
Permanent, Full-time
Chester, Nova Scotia
September 7, 2025
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