YCAA

01/06/2026

A quick industry reminder as we ease into the first full week of January:

Most actors are ready to go right now.
New year energy. New goals. Fresh focus.

The industry… not quite yet.

This is how it usually works: Productions are still finalizing budgets and schedules. Casting offices are easing back in after the holidays and many decisions are still being lined up, not executed

So if your inbox feels quieter than expected, that’s normal.

In practical terms, the real ramp-up typically happens after Sundance.
That’s often the unofficial starting gun for the season, when projects firm up, casting picks up, and auditions begin flowing more consistently.

The actors who last in this business don’t confuse readiness with timing.
They stay prepared, patient, and steady until the industry catches up.

January isn’t stalled.
It’s loading.

12/18/2025

We’re excited to be working with Elya Wardini.

She brings a natural charisma and ease on camera that’s hard to teach. That kind of presence tends to reveal itself early.

Elya recently booked a supporting role on an upcoming series, and it’s been great watching her step into the process with focus and confidence. Series announcement coming soon.

Looking forward to what’s ahead.

12/12/2025

We made a deliberate shift.
YCAA keeps a small roster by design, as a service to the process.

Fewer actors means:
• more time spent on preparation
• more honest calibration
• cleaner, more intentional submissions
• higher confidence when we hit “send”

In 2025, that approach led to the most lead, recurring, and supporting bookings we’ve had to date. This industry already moves fast. The goal isn’t to add more options. It’s to add better ones.

11/13/2025

Hi, I’m Jason Norris ()
And I built YCAA from the ground up with one belief in mind:
Working actors deserve an agent who sees them as people first and talent second.

That’s always been my starting point.  I keep my approach modern. I stay supportive. I push for opportunities that actually move careers forward. I care about the craft, the relationships, and the deal that gets you in the room.  

If you’re an actor trying to build a real career in this industry, I’m in your corner.
Every day.
Every step.

09/19/2025

If you watched the Emmys, you watched Canadian culture at work! 🇨🇦

Canada isn’t just part of TV history...we’re driving it.

Seth Rogen (Vancouver) made history with four wins for The Studio (the most ever by a comedy series in one season).

Martin Short (Hamilton) lit up the nominations for Only Murders in the Building.

Catherine O’Hara (Toronto) earned double nominations for The Studio and The Last of Us.
R. Scott Gemmill (Fort Erie) and The Pitt powered multiple wins, including Noah Wyle’s lead actor award.

Lorne Michaels (Toronto) accepted for SNL’s 50th Anniversary Special.

Jessica Lee Gagné (Quebec City) made history as the first woman to win the Emmy for Outstanding Cinematography for a Series, with a huge congratulations to David Jimenez-Katsman as well.

Nathan Fielder (Vancouver) received nominations for outstanding directing and writing for Pilot’s Code.

And Canadian voices were everywhere, from Celeste Yim (Toronto) to Charlotte LeBon (Montreal).

Canadian talent continues to shape global television at the highest level

09/17/2025

With fewer in-room auditions, actors often miss the quick direction that can shape a role. Thoughtful, detailed briefs help bridge that gap so talent can bring their best on the first take. For performers, that means more confidence. For casting directors, stronger tapes and faster approvals.

09/17/2025

Behind every great performance is someone who believed in an actor and gave them the shot. Huge thanks to the decision makers who keep championing YCAA Toronto talent and bringing powerful stories to life on network TV.

09/17/2025

Behind every great performance is a decision maker who took a chance and awarded the role. Grateful to those who continue to champion YCAA talent across hit network shows like .

08/14/2025

If you’re in the mood for a tense, claustrophobic ride, check out Self Driver, directed by Michael Pierro.

Two YCAA actors are in it: Lauren Welchner in a sharp, memorable role, and Nathanael Chadwick as the lead. They both shine.

If you’re an actor, especially if you’re a student of the craft, watch Nathanael closely. His stillness tells the story. He carries the film. On-screen almost the entire time, he shows that you don’t always need to be talking to communicate. His performance is grounded. You feel his dread. His exhaustion. You believe the stakes.

It's on Apple TV. Rent it. It's great.

This is how you hold a film together.

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