EQUIFLASH [REMINDER - CHANGES TO DUES AND JOINING FEES - MAY 1]

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REMINDER - CHANGES TO DUES AND JOINING FEES - MAY 1
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EQUITY MEMBERS: This is an important reminder of the following changes to Equity's basic and working dues, initiation fees and maximum cumulative basic dues.

BASIC DUES:
Semi-annual basic dues payments will increase to $90 ($180 annually) effective May 1, 2014. Basic dues invoices mailed to members will
reflect the increased rate. Members who have elected to pay basic dues by automatic debit card deduction or credit card charge should
anticipate payment at the new basic dues rate. 

WORKING DUES:
Working dues will increase to 2.25% (deducted at source) effective May 5, 2014 (deductions under the Alberta Ballet Agreement and the National Ballet of Canada Agreement will be in effect as of May 4, 2014).

INITIATION FEES:
Equity's initiation fee will increase to $900 as of May 1, 2014.

MAXIMUM UNPAID DUES:
As of May 1, 2014 the maximum accumulation of unpaid dues and penalties will increase to a total of $450 in accordance with bylaw 99(ii). The new amount represents 50% of the initiation fee as of May 1, 2014. Now, more than ever it pays to always keep current with your Equity dues. 

CHECK YOUR MEMBERSHIP STATUS ONLINE:
Equity members may verify their membership status (and the amount of any dues owing) online at:
http://www.caea.com/EquityWeb/MembersOnly/Redirect/ToMemberInformation.aspx

PLEASE NOTE:
All agreements and contracts require that Equity members be in good standing as a condition of engagement. Terms introduced in the 2012-2015 CTA require a Theatre to confirm an Artist's membership standing directly with Equity prior to the start date of a CTA contract. If a member is found to be not in good standing, the Theatre may withdraw a contract offer without recourse by either the member or Equity.

For more information, visit EQUITYONLINE www.caea.com.

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