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Festival Handbook

Welcome to the Festival Handbook

This online resource is in it's 5th year providing access to current staff and employees of the Stratford Festival. The site includes HR Policies, Frequently Asked Questions, general information and much more. Incoming Artists can read the Welcome Message from Antoni and Anita as well as look at town resources and ticket information. The site is available at your fingertips on your mobile device and computer 24/7, 365 days a year. Login to Extended Access for unlimited viewing of HR, H&S policies, COVID info, building maps, Festival Faces and more. Learn how to print your T4 and earning statements on our Payroll page. There's lots to check out so try using the search bar as your new "go to" place for answers. If you haven't signed up for Extended Access please register now, it only takes a minute! Happy Exploring.

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Please visit the Mental Health & Wellness Page for the full list of programing and digital link to add the schedule to your personal calendar.

Tanya and Tom Employee Recognition Awards

The time has come to open the nominations for the Tanya and Tom Employee Recognition Awards.

The Stratford Festival annually recognizes exceptional employees whose contributions reflect our mission to spark human imagination through the art of live theatre and embody our core values: Inclusivity, Innovation, Rigour, Care, and Connection.

One “Tanya” award will be available for a production employee or artist, one “Tom” award will be available for an administrative or customer service employee, both in the amount of a $2,000.00 cash bonus. In addition, there will be one “Tyrone” award, which will be a cash bonus of $5,000.00.

Please complete this form to nominate a colleague for either the Tanya Award (production or artistic staff) or the Tom Award (administrative or customer-facing staff). One nominee will be selected for the Tyrone Award as the most outstanding overall contribution.

Note: This award is intended for individuals, not teams. Senior managers are not eligible.

Nominations will be open until August 17, 2025 at 5:00pm

Click here to submit your nomination: https://airtable.com/appL7IeT2aIPXmnQO/pagcZgyJUZruR9YP0/form

Free Festival Lab Classes!

There is a selection of classes that are open to all current staff and artists, and other classes that are geared towards the acting company only. Registrations are appreciated for planning purposes, but most classes are available for drop-in as well. Please note that class attendance is 100% voluntary and all events are free of charge. As more classes are announced this link will be shared again. 

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Announcement Board:

Exclusive Offer to Staff and Artists from Illume Wellness Spa

As a token of their appreciation for the incredible work our team does throughout the season, they’re offering exclusive specials for all Festival staff and Artists.

"I’m with Illume Wellness Spa, a local holistic spa here in Stratford. I’m a Registered Holistic Nutritionist (R.H.N.) and senior aesthetician at the spa, and we’re passionate about supporting our community — especially those who help make Stratford such a vibrant place for arts and culture.

Thank you again for all the hard work and energy your employees bring to Stratford. We can’t wait to welcome you into the spa and show our appreciation!

** Employees can simply mention the code ACTONE when booking to receive their added services and discounts at checkout." - Jenna Binkle (R.H.N.), Illume Wellness Spa

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