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    Equity Concludes Negotiations with OPA, Ratification Scheduled
    Equity is pleased to announce a successful conclusion to negotiations for a renewed three-year Opera Agreement (OPA) with Calgary Opera, Edmonton Opera, Manitoba Opera, Opera Atelier, and Pacific Opera Victoria.

    Improvements to the OPA include a 9.5% general increase in fees over the life of the agreement, as well as additional fee increases in key areas. Other improvements include better work-life balance for stage managers, more work opportunities for assistant stage managers, stronger language regarding health and safety, and new touring provisions.

    Ratification of the OPA is scheduled for April 21 to May 6, 2025 for all Equity members eligible to vote and a complete list of the proposed changes will be available at caea.com shortly, in advance of the ratification period.

    If ratified, the terms of the OPA will come into effect July 1, 2025.

    Questions
    Please email Executive Director, Arden R. Ryshpan, or Business Rep. Manager - Ballet & Opera Agreements/Engagement Policies, Ruth Leggett, for any additional information regarding the negotiation and ratification of this agreement.

    For more information, please contact communications@caea.com.
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