Canadian Casting and Talent Agencies
Canadian casting agencies play a pivotal role in shaping the national entertainment scene, providing a crucial platform for talented actors and actresses. These agencies serve as vital connectors, linking skilled performers with opportunities in TV shows, movies, advertising and theatre productions. With a diverse pool of actors and seasoned casting directors, Canada’s casting business stands as a key hub for industry professionals to discover and nurture new talent. Beyond the creative realm, these agencies contribute significantly to local economies, generating revenue through production and creating job opportunities that enrich the vibrant landscape of Canada's entertainment industry. Discover Agencies Below. [↓]
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Vancouver
Top-tier Agencies
Carrie Wheeler Entertainment Group
Website: carriewheelerentertainment.com
Instagram: @carriewheelerentertainment
Carrie Wheeler Entertainment Group is one of the most well-known talent agencies in Canada.
Connekt Creative Agency
Website: www.connektcreative.com
Instagram: @connektcreative
Specializing in the representation of Canadian artists in film, television, commercials, and voice throughout North America.
Stranger Agency
Website: www.strangeragency.com
Instagram: @strangeragency
Promotes diversity, personal growth, adaptable to various project needs, budget-friendly.
GO Talent Management
Website: gotalentagency.com
Instagram: @gotalentagency
GO Talent Management is run by veteran agent Liz McKinnon who brings with her, nearly 20 years of experience as an agent in the film and television industry.
The Characters Talent Agency
Website: www.thecharacters.com
Instagram: @characterstalentagency
Phone: (604) 733-9800
The Characters Talent Agency is one of the premier talent agencies in Vancouver. It has been in the industry for 50 years. In that time, it has built up a roster of high-profile talents who have been featured in many movies and shows.
Richard’s International
Website: www.richardsmodels.com
Instagram: @richardsmodels
Established since 1982, works with renowned models and fresh talents, includes stylists and artists.
Lizbell Agency Ltd
Website: www.lizbellagency.com
Instagram: @lizbellagency
Phone: 514-842-4444
Jäger International
Website: www.jagerinternational.com
Instagram: @jager_management
Over 20 years of experience, emphasizes personalized attention and diversity in its roster.
John Casablancas
Website: www.jcvancouver.com
Instagram: @vanmodelagency
Training-focused, founded in 1978, works with luxury brands, offers diverse talent including children.
Family Management
Website: www.thefamilymgmt.com
Instagram: @familymanagement
Established in 2013, prioritizes the long-term career trajectory of models, embraces 'The New Average'.
Charles Stuart Models
Website: www.charlesstuartinternationalmodels.com
Over 50 years in the industry, focuses on comprehensive model development and education.
Key Model Management
Instagram: @keymodels
Known for discovering and nurturing unique talents, collaborates with top fashion magazines and brands.
Alaeria Model Agency
Website: www.alaeria.com
Instagram: @alaeriaagency
Over 18 years of experience, versatile in representing models for various media, including runway and commercials.
Wilhelmina Vancouver
Website: www.fashionmodeldirectory.com
Instagram: @wilhelmina_ca
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/wilhelmina-vancouver
Phone: (604) 558-4864
Focuses on finding and developing new talent, works with prestigious fashion houses and major ad campaigns.
Boutique Agencies
Kysa Management
Website: kysamgmt.com
Instagram: @kysamgmt
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/kysamgmt
Phone: (778) 227-1418
Operating for 10 years, represents a wide range of talents in Greater Vancouver.
Division 73
Website: www.division73.com
Instagram: @division73talent
Phone: (778) 231-8444
Founded in 2018, Division 73 offers personalized support to clients across commercial and film/TV sets.
Lucas Talent Inc.
Website: www.lucastalent.com
Instagram: @lucastalentinc
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/lucas-talent-inc.
Phone: (604) 685 0345
Represents a range of talent including actors, voiceover artists, and background performers in film and TV.
Toronto
Top-tier Agencies
AMP Talent Group
Website: amptalent.com
Phone: (416) 568-9848
Known for a diverse talent pool, including actors, models, singers, dancers and voice artists. Stands out for comprehensive representation and fostering talent growth.
FilmComm Talent
Website: www.filmcomm.ca
Specializes in TV and film actors, known for representing both union and non-union talent, distinguishing them in the industry for versatility.
Carolyn's Model & Talent Agency
Website: www.carolynsonline.com
Instagram: @carolynstalent
Phone: (905) 542-8885
Offers representation for a wide range of talents. Known for long-standing experience and a broad spectrum of talent representation.
ML Talent Agency
Website: www.mltalent.com
Instagram: @ml_talent
Phone: 416-985-2278
Focused on background extras, unique for its specialization in this area, providing talent for films, TV series, commercials, and print.
Max Agency
Website: www.maxagency.com
Instagram: @maxagencyofficial
Phone: 416-482-5392
Covers film, TV, fashion, and advertising, known as one of Canada's most successful model and talent management agencies.
The Characters Talent Agency
Website: www.thecharacters.com/contact
Instagram: @characterstalentagency
Phone: 416.964.8522
Offers a wide range of artist representation, known for its size and prominence in the industry with over 50 years of experience.
Meridian Artists
Website: meridianartists.com
Phone: 416.961.2777
Focuses on film, television, and theatre artists. Distinguished by its leadership in representation and management of a diverse range of artists.
Talent House
Website: www.thetalenthouse.com
Known for representing talent in theatre, film, TV, and voice-over, notable for its global reach and diversity of artistic talent.
GGA (Goddard, Winter & Iqbal Agency)
Website: ggagency.ca
Phone: 416-928-0299
A boutique agency specializing in actors, writers, and directors, known for its personalized approach and strong industry connections.
ART (Amanda Rosenthal Talent Agency)
Website: www.artagencyinc.com
Specializes in film, TV, theatre, and commercials. Recognized for its boutique approach and strong client relationships.
Boutique Agencies
TN Model & Talent
Website: tnmodelandtalent.com
Instagram: @tnmodelandtalent
Phone: 905-850-9858
Stands out for its diverse talent pool and dedication to nurturing emerging talents across various entertainment sectors.
MiLO Casting
Website: milocasting.com
Instagram: @milocasting
Phone: 416.546.6974
Known for its focus on "real people casting," making it distinct for campaigns seeking authentic and diverse appearances.
Show Catcher Talent
Website: www.showcatcher.ca
Instagram: @showcatchertalent
Phone: 416-893-9848
Specializes in sourcing background performers, differentiating itself with a specific focus on supporting roles.
10 Talent Management
Website: 10talentmanagement.com
Instagram: @10talentmanagement
Notable for its tailored approach to talent management, supporting individuals in both creative and career development.
AAB Talent
Website: www.aabtalent.com
Phone: 416-594-0222
Balances a roster of emerging and established talents, making it versatile in various media forms.(A bit far from Toronto itself, on the outskirts)
Ambition Talent Inc.
Website: www.ambitiontalent.com
Offers comprehensive representation across a wide range of entertainment fields, from children to adult talents.
AMI Artist Management Inc.
Website: www.amiagency.ca
Provides personalized management, focusing on long-term career support and artist development.
The ARC Artist Representation Co.
Website: www.the-arc.ca
Distinguished by its strategic approach to artist representation, focusing on career longevity and growth.
The Bella Agency
Website: www.thebellaagency.ca
Known for its boutique approach, offering a more personalized and client-focused service.
Montreal
Maven Models (MM)
Montreal: www.mavenmodels.com
Instagram: @mavenmodels
Phone: 514-419-9178
Focuses on versatile, boundary-pushing artists in modelling. Renowned for discovering and nurturing global talent.
M2 Management/Forte Artist
Website: www.forte-artists.com
Instagram: @forteartists
Phone: 514-419-9178
Operates in Montreal and Toronto, emphasizing talent in advertising, film, and TV. Noted for developing artists.
Agence Claude Girard
Website: www.claudegirard.com
Instagram: @agence.claude.girard
Phone: 514-658-5518
Represents artists in film, TV, web, literature, and new media since 2008, with a national and international presence.
TBT Management
Website: www.tbtmanagement.ca
Instagram: @tbtmanagement
Phone: (514) 270-0655
Montreal-based, founded by Josh Kimmel, focuses on film and TV actors, using extensive industry connections.
Bellini International
Website: belliniinternational.com
Instagram: @bellini.talent
Phone: 514 290-1252
Began in 1993 to serve Montreal's fashion scene. Now offers more than modelling talent.
daVinci Talent
Website: www.davincitalent.com
Phone: (514) 523-9106
Established in 1999 in Montreal, represents actors in film, TV, theatre, and voice. Supports both new and seasoned talents.
Agence Reisler Talent
Website: www.reisler.ca
Phone: 514 843 4551
A top agency for professional actors in cinema, TV, stage, and voice.
Dulcedo Management
Website: dulcedo.com
Instagram: @dulcedomodels
Phone: 514.312.5272
Started as a modelling agency, now also covers influencer, sports, gaming, and entertainment marketing. Offices in Montreal as well as Toronto.
Folio Montréal
Website: foliomanagement.com
Instagram: @foliomanagement
Phone: 514 288 8080
Renowned for representing models and artists in editorial and fashion sectors.
Book Management
Phone: 514.621.2665
Established in 2014 in Montreal, Book Management is known for its ethical practices and strong position in the modelling and talent industry.
Boutique Agencies + Organizations
ACTRA Montreal
Website: www.actramontreal.ca
Instagram: @actramtl
Phone: 514-844-3318
ACTRA Montreal is a great resource for the acting industry in Montreal.
Martinez Management
Website: www.martinezmanagement.com
Phone: 514 286 6001
A talent agency composed of film, television, and stage actors and actresses as well as choreographers.
Espace Talent
Website: www.espacetalent.com
Phone: 438 800.3003
A recruiting agency located in Montreal, focusing on talent search for various positions.
Orange Model Management
Website: orangemodels.ca
Instagram: @orangemodels
Phone: 514 284 6664
Orange Model Management specializes in modeling and talent representation. Known for its diverse and versatile talent pool.