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With a culture of excellence and commitment, The National Ballet of Canada has been recognized as one of Canada’s top employers. Founded in 1951 by Celia Franca, the National Ballet employs 120 artists, dancers and musicians, as well as production and administrative staff. Led by Artistic Director Karen Kain, one of the greatest ballerinas of her generation, since 2005, the company is located in Toronto and has performed for over 10 million people. Renowned for its diverse repertoire, the company performs traditional full-length classics, embraces contemporary work and encourages the creation of new ballets and the development of Canadian choreographers.