EQUIFLASH [2013-2016 OPERA AGREEMENT WITH THE OPERA PRODUCERS NOW UP FOR RATIFICATION]

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2013-2016 OPERA AGREEMENT WITH THE OPERA PRODUCERS NOW UP FOR
RATIFICATION 
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Proposed changes of a renewed three-year agreement with the seven
regional opera producers (Pacific Opera Victoria, Calgary Opera,
Edmonton Opera, Manitoba Opera, Opera Lyra, Opera Hamilton, and Opera
Atelier) are now subject to ratification by the eligible Equity
membership.

Ratification packages, including a ratification ballot and a copy of the
proposed fee increases and other changes, together with a explanatory
letter, have now been sent out to Equity members in good standing who
worked under the terms of the 2010-2013 Opera Agreement.

Any eligible voter who does not receive a ballot by Wednesday, July 24,
2013 is encouraged to contact Equity's National Office for assistance.

This ratification will be conducted by mail only. Ballots should be
posted no later than Friday, August 2, 2013 to ensure timely delivery.
Only those ballots received in Equity's National Office prior to 5:00
p.m. on Thursday, August 15, 2013 will be counted. The results of the
ratification will be announced on e-drive and on Equity's website at
http://www.caea.com on Friday, August 16, 2013.

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