MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS For nearly 50 years, the Directors Guild of Canada-Ontario (DGC Ontario) has been protecting and promoting the interests of its Members by pursuing and maximizing work opportunities, by representing them in collective bargaining, by securing a safe and equitable work environment, and by fostering a vibrant and vital screen-based industry in Ontario. In keeping with the goals and priorities outlined in our 2011 Business Plan (available in the Members Only section), DGC Ontario Members in Good Standing receive the following benefits: .Contract protection, premium pay and fringe benefits . Industry advocacy and lobbying to enhance the film and television industries and maximize work opportunities . Partnerships that support and promote Members creative and professional talents . Training and professional development programs for all levels of interest . Health & Welfare Plan (Great West Life) . RRSP Plan (Canadian Entertainment Industry Retirement Plan) . Financial Aid (Creative Arts Savings & Credit Union) . Employee Assistance Program (Shepell·fgi) . Availability List . Production Hotlist . Weekly E-Bulletin . Job Postings (both industry and related) . Notification of industry events and initiatives . Member web pages (online resumes) . Members blog (for Members, by Members) . Instant updates on Facebook and Twitter . YouTube Channel to promote projects . Alternative Opportunities and Classifieds . Discounts on products and services