Quebec Drama Federation

The Quebec Drama Federation (QDF), which promotes an active cultural life for artists and practitioners who produce theatre in English, was founded in 1972 as the Quebec Drama Festival. With the election of a new Board in 1990, the organization began to take on a new role, publishing a report for the government outlining the importance and value of the English-speaking theatre community in Quebec. In 1992, with new mandate and mission to provide services and resources to the English-speaking theatre community of Quebec, the name was formally changed to the Quebec Drama Federation. During the 1990s, QDF initiated various projects and participated actively in the États Généraux de l'Éducation which saw the creation of a committee to oversee the quality of teaching of the arts in the educational system. Currently, membership has grown to more than 450 companies and individual.

Some of the services QDF provides are: Professional Development Workshops as well as consultations to individuals and emerging companies on topics such as grant writing, rehearsal and performance space searches, company management and incorporation. QDF also provides members with information and promotional tools including regular email updates on audition and employment opportunities; a Resource Center featuring plays, reports, and access to Imagine Canada, a national fundraising database. QDF also continues to play an active role as lobbyist on behalf of its members.