Supporting every role

Bernard has long experience in the business, beginning with his early experience as a technician, which gave him an opportunity to work on a dream project: travelling across America for a documentary series. He then moved on to the control room (logistics), where he worked on drama and advertising projects, and then became a grip and rigger on large-scale productions. He worked his way up through the ranks in the stagecraft department and was key grip for 10 years. He has been a member of AQTIS 514 IATSE since their inception and quickly became involved in the union. He was elected stage steward and helped develop the IATSE 514 membership criteria for grips and riggers. A strong advocate for technicians' working conditions, particularly off-set, he was hired by AQTIS in 2017 as a labour relations advisor. Between November 2019 and December 2020, he served as acting head of labour relations. Those positions gave him extensive experience in the application of collective agreements. Bernard has been involved in all stages of past and current negotiations (with AQPM, APP, negotiation of working conditions for AQTIS employees, and several specific agreements). His broad career in labour relations ranges from pre-bargaining meetings and preparing demands to sitting at the bargaining table with producers and mobilizing members on the ground. As of April 2024, he holds the title of President of the organization.

Dominic has worked for 27 years in television studios in picture control. His extensive experience embraces programs of all kinds, including Watatatow, La Voix, Star Académie, three Olympic Games, Céline à Vegas and a Stanley Cup final. He has been active in organizations since his youth, starting with school clubs and moving on to organizations such as the Caisse Desjardins and his children's school. He was a member of the Association des professionnels de la vidéo du Québec (APVQ). He then became involved in AQTIS as an election officer, sat on the pensions committee, and served as chair of the board of directors for 18 months. 

Chloé Giroux Lachance holds a DEC in Arts and Communication and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. She has always been passionate about the technical, organizational and creative aspects of working in film, as well as the human dimension.

In 1997, Chloé began her career in the audiovisual industry as an apprentice camera operator on the very first shooting of a high definition television series in Quebec entitled "L'ombre de l'épervier". For more than fifteen years with the STCVQ, AQTIS and IATSE 667, she has worked with enthusiasm and determination as a second camera assistant on productions such as "Le papillon bleu", "The Aviator" and "19-2". Then from 2013, she became first assistant. 

With almost 30 years of experience in documentaries, TV series, movies, music videos, and live recordings, she has learned about the different realities of filming, their respective challenges, as well as the many technological revolutions, new broadcasting platforms and their impact on the industry.

Aware of the power of solidarity to advance the social and economic interests of technicians, but especially of the importance of solid union representation, Chloé has taken on the role of vice-president camera.

Having received a bachelor's degree in Communication Studies from Concordia University, Jason Goodall has been working in the film industry in Montreal since 2013.

He began his career in the logistics department then quickly joined the lighting department where he progressed to the position of best-boy and gaffer.

Having worked on all sorts of productions (short films, commercials, television series, and both Quebecois and American feature films), Jason is aware of the importance of the union's role and the need to be informed about collective agreements and rights. He wants to use his experience and skills to advance members' interests.

In a 25-year career as a professional editor, Claude Collins has worked on documentary series, magazines, reality TV, commercials, music videos, short films, and public affairs and youth programming. He also possesses solid professional expertise in motion capture.

Claude is the representative of the AQTIS 514 IATSE Editing Department and a founder of the Monteurs à l’affiche Film Festival.

Pierre completed his film studies in the 90s. He obtained a Diploma of Collegial Studies (DEC) in cinema at Cégep Ahuntsic, a certificate in screenwriting at UQAM, and a Bachelor's degree in film studies and a minor in medieval studies at Université de Montréal. In 1996, he joined L'inis as a member of the very first cohort of the directing program.

At the same time, he acquired a wealth of experience working on film sets as a technician. He held various positions, such as head grip, 3rd assistant director, boom operator and script supervisor, on several independent projects. After a stint as a director at Quatre Éléments, he forged a career as a lighting technician on numerous shoots.

Pierre has had the privilege of collaborating on international projects, including "The Aviator" (2003), "The Terminal" (2003), "Every Thing Will Be Fine" (2014) and "Arrival" (2015), as well as local productions, such as "La Maison bleue" (2019), "Lac noir" (2023) and "Pour toi Flora" (2021). His commitment and determination have often earned him the role of union delegate.

Backed by all this experience and versatile by nature, he's ready to represent you, listen to you and support you as Vice-President, U.S. Productions.

Before joining AQTIS 514 IATSE, Nathalie Paré spent ten years as the Executive Director of various non-profit organizations. Her professional background includes serving with the Association des Scouts du Canada, a nationwide recreational organization with over 12,000 members. Additionally, she held a position at the Comité sectoriel de main-d'œuvre en aérospatiale (CAMAQ), where she was responsible for ensuring a skilled workforce through the implementation of high-quality training programs, while also planning the industry's quantitative needs.

During the early stages of her career, Nathalie not only spent many years teaching computer science but also developed educational materials and training resources in this field. Her commitment to training has remained a central aspect of her career, with the belief that continuous professional development is indispensable for any organization's success.

In recent years, she has collaborated with governmental, provincial and federal bodies, and has developed partnerships with numerous organizations across Canada.

Nathalie is recognized for her dynamic approach and team-oriented mindset, as she possesses the ability to cultivate trust and bring diverse parties together to achieve the project objectives.

When she joined AQTIS in March 2013 as a temporary replacement for a few weeks, Catherine did not suspect it would turn into a career. Acting executive secretary, member services officer and team leader are just a few of the positions she has held in the organization. Her career path has afforded her an understanding of the role of each person on her team, leading to her appointment as Director, Member Services and Information Technology, in 2018. Catherine has always been involved in the organization’s major projects, including the implementation of online payment on the website, production and distribution of the Association’s weekly newsletter Hebdo-AQTIS, establishment of the departmental representative structure, revision of membership criteria, and integration of the technician hiring system.

A manager at heart and now in fact, Catherine thrives on challenges in which teamwork is an essential ingredient. She will play a leading role in harmonizing member services and IT processes in the wake of the AQTIS-IATSE merger, and she will be coordinating the work of the job evaluation committee set up following the 2019 negotiations with the Association québécoise de la production médiatique (AQPM).

A member of the Quebec Order of Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) and also the Order of Accredited Human Resources Advisors (CRHA), Diane Brière also holds the title of "green belt" in Lean Six Sigma. She has a bachelor's degree in accounting and a master's degree in organizational development.

For three years, Diane served as the Chief Accountant at Productions via le monde Daniel Bertolino inc., where she gained invaluable expertise in financial management. Subsequently, she transitioned to the manufacturing sector as the Chief Financial Officer and Director of Human Resources, working with both unionized and non-unionized employees.

She spent several years working in the healthcare sector, honing her skills in managing large teams and budgets. In her roles, Diane faced numerous challenges, including managing budgets of up to 1 billion dollars during the establishment of Integrated University Health and Social Services Centers (CIUSSS). She collaborated with over 300 managers to implement efficient budgetary processes.

Diplômé de droit à l’Université de Montréal et membre du Barreau du Québec depuis 2010, Me Lafleur a rejoint les rangs de l’AQTIS 514 IATSE après un parcours de dix ans en tant qu'avocat plaideur, tout autant en cabinet privé qu’au sein de différents contentieux.

À ce titre, il a été appelé à représenter des clientèles variées aussi bien devant les instances relatives au droit du travail que devant les tribunaux de droit commun.
Au fil de ces années, est demeurée une seule constante, celle d’avoir toujours œuvré pour et au bénéfice des travailleurs et des travailleuses.

Désormais dans un nouveau rôle, les intérêts des membres restent au cœur de ses préoccupations !