PACT is a member-driven organization that serves as the collective voice of professional Canadian theatres. For the betterment of Canadian theatre, PACT provides leadership, national representation and a variety of programs and practical assistance to member companies, enabling members to do their own creative work.

The PACT Communications Centre (PCC) aims to keep members, partners, government, the theatre community and the general public apprised of theatre related news, provide professional development information and resources, and encourage public appreciation of the art form. To this end, PCC co-organizes World Theatre Day events with the Playwrights Guild of Canada, maintains the PACT website including Canada on Stage, and publishes print and electronic resources.