[1][2] Founded in 1964 as Contemporary Dancers Inc., it has presented original works of this new art form in thousands of theatres, school and public places in Winnipeg[3] as well across Canada, the United States and Mexico.
In circa 1968, the WCD toured as far north as Inuvik and performed in conjunction with the Delta Drummers and Dancers in one of those communities.
In February of that year, CBC TV created a half hour program showcasing WCD's contributions and activities.
[6] It began to train dancers in 1972 when it created the Apprentice Program for local students who wished to join the company.
[3] 1964-1983 Rachel Browne 1983-1984 Bill Evans 1984-1990 Tedd Robinson 1990-1991 Charles Moulton 1991-2005 Tom Stroud 2005-2017 Brent Lott 2019- Jolene Bailie