Iris Michell from Belleville, Ontario attended CMTC 2024 at the age of 13. She received an incredible 30 callbacks from agencies all over the world and earned multiple awards. Since attending CMTC, Iris has signed with MAKERS by Metropolitan (Paris), Together Model Management (Montreal), and Sutherland Models (Toronto). She connected with modelling reps from all of these agencies at CMTC 2024! In the fall of 2024, as one of her first bookings, Iris opened and closed a runway show for Emporio Armani.
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Recognized as a leading model and talent convention in North America, CMTC (the “Canadian Model and Talent Convention”) is a four-day event in Toronto featuring modeling, acting, singing, and dancing competitions, educational workshops and seminars, an awards ceremony, and exclusive callback and interview opportunities. Each year, top international modeling agencies, talent agents, managers, casting directors, producers and record labels attend CMTC to scout new faces and discover fresh talent. These industry professionals not only judge competitions and lead seminars and workshops but also actively scout for their rosters to recruit participants for opportunities in the modeling, film, television, theatre, and music industries.
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Education
Education is the key to success in the modeling and entertainment industries, and CMTC is your ticket to unlocking that knowledge. Aspiring models and talent can learn directly from industry representatives and experts through interactive Q&A panels, engaging seminars, and hands-on workshops. It’s your chance to gain the insights and skills needed to thrive in the industry. Participating in CMTC will not only equip you with essential skills and experience but also make an impressive addition to your talent resume.
Experience
Why do new models and talent find it challenging to break into the industry? The answer lies in clients and casting directors’ preference for working with experienced individuals. CMTC offers a dynamic platform for newcomers to gain essential industry experience and build confidence through competitions and workshops. It’s an incredible opportunity to showcase your one-of-a-kind talent, add to your resume, and make your mark in the modeling and entertainment industry.
Exposure
At CMTC, you’ll have the unparalleled opportunity to meet face-to-face with over 75 of the world’s leading modeling and talent agents, scouts, managers, producers, record labels, casting directors, and industry experts – all in one place. These representatives attend CMTC to provide industry education, judge competitions, and scout new models and talent to add to their rosters. The attending agencies represent a diverse array of models and talent, including high fashion, commercial, TV, film, plus-size, curve, fitness, actors, singers, dancers, and performers. CMTC opens the door to connecting talent with the top industry representatives, launching national and international careers in the modeling and entertainment industries.
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“There isn’t anything like CMTC. I knew I wanted to be in the entertainment industry, but I didn’t know how to get an agent or where to start – I just wanted to be recognized. Entering all of the competitions helped me build confidence and make connections. I met my LA manager at CMTC, who later connected me with my Toronto agent. CMTC is an amazing opportunity to meet like-minded people, make friends, and have a fun weekend while being seen by some of the best scouts, agents, and managers in the world.”
Since attending CMTC, actress Jessica Lord has launched an impressive international career. She is best known as the lead of Find Me in Paris, which streams on Disney+, and has also appeared in shows like The Next Step, Party of Five, and Ransom.
Her CMTC experience helped her gain representation and showcase her dance and acting skills, leading to opportunities worldwide. Since then, she has starred in the Lifetime movie Christmas in the Spotlight and recently wrapped filming The Last Firefighter alongside Jon Voight and Kelsey Grammer.
Jessica remains an active part of the CMTC community, returning multiple times as a guest judge, mentor, and Embody Kindness Campaign Ambassador, sharing her experiences and guidance with alumni and contestants.
Jessica Lord
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“CMTC opened the door to a whole new world for me. I met my mother agency, Sutherland Models, and Together Model Management at the convention, and from there I walked away with unforgettable memories, meaningful connections, and the confidence to grow as both a model and a person. That first step at CMTC led me to signing with IMG in Milan, London, and Paris and I couldn’t be more grateful.”
“I attended CMTC 2025, and I can honestly say it was an amazing experience. The convention was incredibly well-organized and filled with valuable sessions where I learned so much, not only about the modeling industry, but also about myself.
I walked away with unforgettable memories, awards, new friends, and meaningful connections that will stay with me throughout my career. I’m very grateful for the opportunity CMTC has given me. It opened the door to a whole new world, one that I am now continuing with my mother agency Sutherland Models, and Together Model Management.
Since then, I’ve also signed with IMG Milan, IMG London, and IMG Paris. I’ll be traveling to Milan to begin the next chapter of my modeling journey.
None of this would have been possible without taking that first step with CMTC.”
Robert Giovannini from St. Lawrence, NL signed with Sutherland Models (Toronto), Together Model Management (Montreal), and IMG Models (Milan, London, Paris) after connecting with reps at CMTC 2025.
At the event, he placed 1st in Runway, 1st in Commercial Print, and 1st runner-up in Photography Go-See, earning 28 callbacks from agencies in Milan, Toronto, LA, New York, Mexico City, Miami, Montreal, and Tokyo.
Since CMTC, Robert booked a month-long campaign with SSENSE in Montreal and signed with IMG London, Paris, and Milan. This fall, he’ll head to Milan to begin the next chapter of his career.
CMTC 2025 Alumni
“In 2024 I went to the Canadian Model and Talent Convention (CMTC). I was timid, scared and nervous. During this four day convention I wore a badge with the number 332. I competed in competitions and met agents from around the world. To close the convention an award ceremony was held. Hoping to get one award, I was so surprised to hear my number called multiple times that night. Hearing the number 332 to win Model of the Year in my age category was an amazing moment for me. During that time, I realized who I could be. Having struggled with my confidence (particularly my height), that badge is a reminder of the girl who arrived at the convention versus the girl I was when I left.”
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