During the 1950s, major projects arose for the young painter Jean-Philippe Dallaire. Hired by the National Film Board in 1952, Dallaire was chosen to illustrate the animated film, Cadet Rousselle sung by Félix Leclerc. This allows him to receive the honor of being the subject of an article in the prestigious Canadian Art magazine. This will allow him to make himself known in English-speaking Canada. Also in 1955, Dallaire's works were presented at the Hart House Pavilion at the University of Toronto, then at the Robertson Gallery in Ottawa. To crown this important year, The National Gallery of Canada acquires the painting, Seated Woman.

In 1956, the Dallaire family left Ottawa to settle in Montreal as part of the NFB move. He continued his career and produced the History of Canada series illustrating the events and men who shaped the country. Being more and more recognized, it is in this professional context that Dallaire was able to create many works