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About Us

IDRC is pleased to introduce new affordable online Education program for all trades involved in the Interior decorating and design services and supplies.

IDRC program is Open to everyone wishing to either make a career of their passion and fast-track into Interior Design and Décor at a professional level with internet driven costs or to upgrade décor professional skills and qualifications with product knowledge, sales & service, hands-on installations and specialisations within the trades

ASPIRE online education:

  • Internationally recognized Diploma program in Interior Design & Decorating;
  • Live & on-demand Webinars;
  • CEU accredited Seminars.

As a not-for-profit Trade association IDRC is sponsored by leading suppliers in the Décor Design Industry and surplus revenues from operations is used in encouragement of trade activities and education as recognised in the IDRC corporate charitable registration status.

History of IDRC

IDRC represents over 40 years of service to the Decorating Industry promoting the awareness of quality interior decorating products and services through trade and consumer advertising media, trade shows and education.

In the mid 70th’s wall covering was taking hold as the trendy decor product. Several manufacturers and distributors joined together to form a group called the Canadian Wallcovering Distributors Association, CWDA. They hosted trade shows and educational seminars across Canada to show how innovative the product had evolved.

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2016 I.D.E.A. Winner - ANA Interiors

Meet the Team

Jacqueline
Manji

President

Jacqueline is a design professional and the founder of Ultra Luxe Linens. Jacqueline has extensive experience with textiles and lines, and is actively involved with the IDRC.

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Ana
Pilling

Director

Ana Piling is a past President of the IDRC and co-founder of Night and Day Window decor. Ana is a Certified Window Treatment Consultant.

 

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Mike
Boyd

Director

Mike serves as the National Manager of Canadian operations for Maxwell Fabrics, a position he has held for over 26 years.


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Dennis Mascall

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Dennis founded the IDS (Interior Decor Showcase) and was responsible for incorporating WWFA (Walls Windows Furnishings Association) with other associations within the industry.

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Tatiana McNeil

Executive Director

Tatiana has immersive international experience within the decor and design industry. From visual merchandising to decor buyer, she has transferred her skills and knowledge over to the IDRC.

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Deb Barrett

Educator

Deb is a speaker, designer, educator, trend forecaster and consultant. As the founder of Window Dressings, Deb specializes in textiles, window coverings and soft furnishings. Deb often travels internationally for engagements.

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Gayle Smith

Educator

Gayle is a real estate agent and a Professional Feng Shui Practitioner. Gayle applies the five principles of Qi planning throughout her thriving design and real estate business. Gayle is a mentor, teacher and author of e-books. 

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