Why become a member?

Jessica Serli in Paysage de papier created by Estelle Clareton © Stéphane Najman
Be part of the debate, of the reflections and decision-making, enrich your practice, broaden your knowledge and skills, enhance your visibility, build a network of contacts, and take advantage of the multitude of benefits offered by RQD.
Since 1984, the RQD has achieved numerous important advances for the discipline and for all those it affects on a daily basis. By joining the organization, you are demonstrating your affiliation with the large and resplendent professional dance community. The more of us there are, the stronger our voice—the more likely we are to be heard when approaching the government and the more visibility we get in the public sphere.
The RQD is you.
Your network. Your voice. Your strength.
Take advantage of the solidarity fees offered to you this year by the RQD and join in large numbers in order to strengthen our collective acting power for dance.
PRIVILEGES AND ADVANTAGES FOR MEMBERS
> Dancer Training Support Program
Promotion
On the Québec Danse website, pages views reach an annual average of 450 000, so make the most of it!
Make yourself known via the RQD Membership Directory. Personalize your profile with an introductory text, photograph and video.
Post ads on the Bulletin Board and Agenda de la danse.
Explore all the possibilities of your member area:
- Update your profile.
- Renew your membership, register for the Training Support Program.
- Submit press releases.
- Find out about the members exclusive ressources.
Benefit from the promotion of the discipline in the RQD’s newsletter and social media.
Professional development
Enjoy priority status when registering to continuing and advanced training at a special price for RQD members.
More information (French only).
Dancer Training Support Program
Benefit from the Training Support Program! Unique financial assistance to stay in shape.
Within the COVID-19 highlights, online classes, workshops and subscriptions may be partially reimbursed if you are eligible for the Program. Please consult our terms.
Resources
Use the tools at your disposal to improve your working conditions and develop your skills. These documents (French only) are reserved exclusively for RQD members!
- Répertoire de ressources spécialisées en santé (Specialized health resources directory)
An immense contact bank to meet all your needs in acupuncture, chiropractic, orthopedic surgery, nutrition, massage therapy, osteopathy, physiotherapy and rehabilitation. - Répertoire de personnes-ressources (Consultant directory)
Easy access to expertise in creation, interpretation, production, management, communications, marketing and broadcast. - Trousse contractuelle (Contract toolkit)
Advice, references, model contracts and templates to guide the preparation and drafting of agreements between producers and dancers.
Insurance
Offer your employees social protection by taking out a group insurance policy.
Networking
Take part in RQD events and broaden your network of contacts! The Rendez-vous annuel des membres, numerous activities and various committees will allow you to meet and interact with other dance professionals.
Attend events organized by the dance sector, with which the RQD is associated such as Les Prix de la danse de Montréal.
Information
Receive by email our informative and illuminating newsletter related to the crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and keep a vigilant eye on the realities, issues and activities of your community. Also receive invitations to consultation meetings, calls for action and press releases.
In addition, find RQD throughout the year on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Viméo and Instagram.
Discounts
Take advantage of discounts on therapeutic treatments, reductions on magazine subscriptions, etc.
More information (French only).
Join the RQD!