Awards

The ACTRA Awards recognize the incredible talent, creativity, and passion of ACTRA Maritimes Members. Awards are presented annually as part of the Screen Nova Scotia Awards.

ACTRA Maritimes Awards celebrate performances in theatrical motion pictures, television, cable, and new media programs. There is a single category, simplified, to remove categorization based on gender, type of role and the format of content – the four Awards being for “Outstanding Performance by an Actor” which allows us to respect and celebrate every gender identity. To be eligible, a performer must be an ACTRA Maritimes member in a production first shown publicly anywhere in the world between January 1 and December 31 of the preceding year. 

Awards Process

The ACTRA Awards in the Maritimes recognize outstanding performances by ACTRA Maritimes members in theatrical motion pictures, television, cable, and new media productions.

ACTRA Maritimes live-action series are eligible for the Series Ensemble Award if they:

  • Were first broadcast (on television or online) during the qualifying period; and
  • Feature at least three top-billed cast members who are ACTRA Maritimes members and appear in the majority of episodes.

When nominations open for the 2026 ACTRA Awards in the Maritimes, full eligibility details will be posted here. At that time, productions may be submitted by emailing maritimes@actra.ca to nominate your show and confirm its eligibility.

ACTRA Award Nominees & Winners*

*winners’ names are bolded