We’re IATSE Local 856.

The union behind entertainment.

Over 100,000 specialty artists, technicians and freelance craft workers across North America.

Many of our members have been working in the Manitoba film industry for fifteen or more years on everything from movies of the week, seasonal specials to renowned TV shows and major feature films!

We are committed to building a highly skilled workforce in Manitoba, and marketing these Manitoba-based skills throughout the world. This is a great time to consider joining our film-making community. With a highly-respected membership and great training opportunities, we can help you find your pathway to success in production.

Recent News

Operation Warm: More than a coat Logo, with a line of happy kids.
Operation Warm: More than a coat Logo, with a line of happy kids.

Fundraiser for Operation Warm!

Six people sitting on a couch making heart symbols with their hands
Six people sitting on a couch making heart symbols with their hands

IATSE Local 856 Women’s Committee Celebrates IWD 2024

Congratulations on your Canadian Screen Awards Nomination! - Best Achievement in Hair: Pina Robinson (Little Bird) - Best Sound, Fiction - Manfred Gay Salinas (Little Bird and the Spencer Sisters) - Best Production Design or Art Direction, Fiction - Jon Van Winkle, Robert K. Laurie, C. Summer Holmes (Little Bird) - Best Achievement in Make-Up - Nina Mcarthur, Megan Stark, Kelly Harmon (Little Bird)
Congratulations on your Canadian Screen Awards Nomination! - Best Achievement in Hair: Pina Robinson (Little Bird) - Best Sound, Fiction - Manfred Gay Salinas (Little Bird and the Spencer Sisters) - Best Production Design or Art Direction, Fiction - Jon Van Winkle, Robert K. Laurie, C. Summer Holmes (Little Bird) - Best Achievement in Make-Up - Nina Mcarthur, Megan Stark, Kelly Harmon (Little Bird)

NOMINEES ANNOUNCED FOR THE 2024 CANADIAN SCREEN AWARDS