The Industry in Numbers

Each year, the QFTC compiles industry statistics to measure the progression of business volume and employment.

+33,000

+400,000

Production Volume

25,000

Number of
Projects

450 000

8000 +

Filming locations available

100

Location albums created by our team each year

23 677 +

Direct and indirect jobs in foreign production and production services

526 M$

In direct expenditures in 2022

20 +

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Direct expenditures 2022

Our Services

Live-Action Committee

The QFTC brings together its members specialized in production services within a committee dedicated to the sector in order to collaboratively prioritize issues and develop concrete projects to address them. If you are interested in taking part in this committee, contact us to find out more.

FamTours and Scouting

Each year, the QFTC conducts familiarization tours for producers and decision makers of foreign production companies. FamTours are intended to showcase all the services and benefits offered by Quebec as a world-class audiovisual production centre. The QFTC also arranges scouting activities for producers that are considering choosing Quebec for their specific project.

Trade Missions

The QFTC regularly organizes themed international trade missions to meet with major production companies and decision makers of the sector in order to promote Quebec’s production services. These missions are an opportunity to showcase Quebec’s unique expertise and to generate business opportunities that benefit the entire province.

To get the details of our next mission, contact us!

Business Intelligence and Networking

The Council regularly publishes statistics and studies in order to inform its members of current trends and innovations. It conducts a strategic national and international watch to seize business opportunities. It also offers its members networking opportunities through various activities throughout the year: committees and meetings, lectures and activities, professional events, etc. Lastly, the Council promotes collaboration among its members by identifying opportunities and facilitating business connections.

Our Reports

QFTC’S 2023 RETROSPECTIVE
QFTC'S 2023 RETROSPECTIVE
2022 REVIEW FOR QUEBEC'S AUDIOVISUAL INDUSTRY
Economic Results for the Year 2022
THE QFTC 2022 RETROSPECTIVE
THE QFTC 2022 RETROSPECTIVE
QFTC – Annual Report 2021-2022
QFTC - Annual Report 2021-2022
Quebec film and tv industry
Economic Performance for the year 2021
The impact of AI on visual effects and animation professionals
THE IMPACT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ON VISUAL EFFECTS AND ANIMATION PROFESSIONALS
Annual Report 2020-2021
Annual Report 2020-2021
Survey COVID-19 – Live Action – UPDATE JUNE
Survey COVID-19 - Live Action - UPDATE JUNE

Sector Priorities

In collaboration with its members, the QFTC develops various initiatives to foster innovation, support growth and ensure the representation of its members to the various levels of government.

Filming facilities

In collaboration with the independent firm RCGT, the Ministère de l’Économie and several other major industry stakeholders, the Council conducted a study to examine in detail the factors and conditions required to build new studio infrastructure to increase, or even double, the province’s capacity.

This study underscores the dedication of the QFTC to ensuring that infrastructure is adapted to the growth of filming in Quebec.

Innovation / Virtual Production

To foster collaboration within the industry, the QFTC has created a subcommittee dedicated to virtual production. This action aims to bring VFX professionals and set technicians closer together and to stimulate synergy between the various players in the implementation of this new virtual production technology.
Additionally, in collaboration with the NAD-UQAC school, the Council offers training on real-time production to VFX and animation studio artists.

Business Intelligence and Representation​

As a representative of the visual effects and animation industry, the QFTC communicates the sector’s needs and issues to the relevant governmental authorities. It conducts studies and compiles statistical data to inform the government and its members of current trends. It also makes sure to identify opportunities for the sector’s growth and works with institutions and companies to seize them.

WORKFORCE

The QFTC also conducts consultation and promotion activities for the sector to ensure an adequate pool of qualified workers.

Promoting Careers and Trades

Each year, the QFTC and its members take part in events designed to promote careers and trades in the audiovisual sector. The Council also promotes the industry to young people to nurture the next generation of passionate and skilled talent.

Workforce Committee

At the request of the Live-Action and VFX & Animation committees, a consultation table gathering all key stakeholders was convened. This panel identified the needs, issues and priorities regarding workforce growth. Five main avenues were identified: analysis of workforce needs; training-employment balance; promotion and visibility of the trades; attraction and retention of personnel; immigration.

Contact us to learn more about this committee. 

Mission

The objective of the Rolling Green program is to facilitate the adoption of eco-friendly measures for audiovisual productions.

Any production, regardless of its size or type, will be able to benefit from the recommended practices and references to reduce its impact on the environment.

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OUR NETWORKS

Pan-Canadian Film Commissions Network

The QFTC initiated the creation of this network and manages its coordination.
The network greatly facilitates the exchange and sharing of news between Canadian provinces, through all levels of representation.

Regional Film Commissions Network

The meetings of the Regional Film Commissions of the Province of Quebec are coordinated by the QFTC to maintain dialogue and ongoing exchange with the various regions.

The main objectives of this project are: to establish better communication between the offices; to promote active collaboration between all of them; to work together on regional projects, problems and issues in the audiovisual sector; and, finally, to promote the involvement of the regional offices.

EVENTS

16
May
CAFÉ 2023 16 & 17 Mai / May 16 & 17 CAFÉ 2023
Palais des congrès de Montréal

CAFÉ 2023 16 & 17 Mai / May 16 & 17 CAFÉ 2023

21
Jun
General Annual Assembly and 15th anniversary reception
Cinémathèque québécoise, Montréal

General Annual Assembly and 15th anniversary reception

9
Jun
FAM TOUR VR
Online

FAM TOUR VR

7
Jun
CAFÉ
Centre des Sciences, Montréal

CAFÉ

16
May
CAFÉ 2023 16 & 17 Mai / May 16 & 17 CAFÉ 2023
Palais des congrès de Montréal

CAFÉ 2023 16 & 17 Mai / May 16 & 17 CAFÉ 2023

21
Jun
General Annual Assembly and 15th anniversary reception
Cinémathèque québécoise, Montréal

General Annual Assembly and 15th anniversary reception

9
Jun
FAM TOUR VR
Online

FAM TOUR VR

7
Jun
CAFÉ
Centre des Sciences, Montréal

CAFÉ

Centre-du-Québec

From the foothills of the Appalachians to the St. Lawrence plains, the Centre-du-Québec region covers 6,910 square kilometres. The charm of rural villages and the views of the St. Lawrence River are among the region’s assets.

QUEBEC FILM AND TELEVISION COUNCIL

60 St-Jacques ST, Suite 502
Montréal, Quebec H2Y 1L5
CANADA
1 866 320-3456 (toll-free in North America)
514 499-7070
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.bctq.ca

Capitale-Nationale (Québec City)

The Capitale-Nationale region offers a wide variety of natural settings and truly is the perfect environment for filming. The Old Québec neighbourhood is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The historic capital is unique in North America for its remarkable architecture, European ambience and military fortifications. In fact, it’s the only fortified city north of Mexico.
Among the many remarkable features, you will find magnificent, pristine parks; villages with numerous historic buildings, some dating back to New France; the rigorously reconstructed village of Wendake, home of the Huron-Wendat Nation; the dramatic landscapes along the banks of the majestic St. Lawrence River, and many other others. A film office and an experienced local workforce are at your service.

VILLE DE QUÉBEC Bureau des grands événements

15 Saint-Nicolas Street
Québec City, Quebec G1K 1M8
418 641-6726
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ville.quebec.qc.ca/tournage

Bas-Saint-Laurent​

From the shores of the St. Lawrence to the highlands, the Bas-Saint-Laurent region is a rich tapestry of maritime, lakeside, farming and forest landscapes… Its villages, islands, lighthouses, national parks and marine mammals are among the region’s assets.

QUEBEC FILM AND TELEVISION COUNCIL

60 St-Jacques ST, Suite 502
Montréal, Quebec H2Y 1L5
CANADA
1 866 320-3456 (toll-free in North America)
514 499-7070
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.bctq.ca

Abitibi-Témiscamingue

A landscape of contrasting scenery of lakes and rivers, the vast region of Abitibi-Témiscamingue is situated north of the Ottawa river region, along the Quebec-Ontario border. It is inhabited by friendly people who take pride in sharing their history and culture.

Abitibi-Témiscamingue is very young, as far as regions go—its oldest city is 130 years old. However, traces of the Anishinabek people date back 8,000 years, and this Algonquin First Nation continues to be a thriving presence in the territory today.

QUEBEC FILM AND TELEVISION COUNCIL

60 St-Jacques ST, Suite 502
Montréal, Quebec H2Y 1L5
CANADA
1 866 320-3456 (toll-free in North America)
514 499-7070
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.bctq.ca

Nord-du-Québec​

Nord-du-Québec is the largest administrative region in Quebec, covering 55% of the total area of the province with its 839,000 square kilometres that include 121,000 square kilometres of lakes and rivers. Ivujivik, the northernmost town in Quebec, is located more than 1,900 km as the crow flies from Montréal and less than 502 km from the Arctic Circle. The 11,000 inhabitants — primarily Inuit — live in 14 villages located mostly on the coast, at the river mouths. Kuujjuaq, the administrative capital, has a population of 2,300.

QUEBEC FILM AND TELEVISION COUNCIL

60 St-Jacques ST, Suite 502
Montréal, Quebec H2Y 1L5
CANADA
1 866 320-3456 (toll-free in North America)
514 499-7070
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.bctq.ca