The QEPC is the only Official Language Minority Community (OLMC) media production association in Quebec. We are the only association concerned about English-language production in Quebec, and we are recognized as such by PCH, CMF, NFB, Telefilm, CRTC, and other Federal institutions.
National associations do not have a mandate to promote or support English-Quebec or Official Language Minority production. Other Quebec associations focus on French-language production.
The QEPC’s History
English-language production in Quebec has been in decline for many years. We have fallen from 27% of English-language production in Canada in 1997-8 to 6% in 2022-23.
Producers feared that without strong action, English-Quebec production might be in danger of collapse. We organized the Quebec English-language Production Council (QEPC) almost two decades ago to respond to this crisis.
What have we accomplished?
Our work has resulted in over $500 million in new English and French Quebec production funding since we began in 2008. Our advocacy and negotiations have resulted in:
• An increase in Quebec tax credits in 2009
• Creation of the Anglophone Minority Incentive (AMI) fund in 2013
• A collaboration agreement with the NFB in 2015
• A 6% Official Language Minority Community (OLMC) Quota for CBC investment in 2013
• A 25% OLMC production Bonus for private broadcasters in 2013
• Established OLMC Mentorship Program for last three years with CMF support
• Successfully lobbied for changes in Bills C-11 and C-13 which provided for new OLMC consultation powers.
• Successfully lobbied for revised AMI rules to increase funding going to OLMC producers in 2024
Website development made possible with the support of the Canada Media Fund.
Join QEPC
Strengthen English media in Quebec and thrive alongside a community of like-minded creatives, building lasting connections and opportunities.