Ontario Country Performer and Fan Association

The Ontario Country Performer and Fan Association (OCPFA) was founded in 2002 to support and promote country music in the province of Ontario^[1].

The organization was founded on the believe that by bringing artists and fans closer together, the industry could be strengthened. Award shows highlighted this fan-artist relationship.

The OCPFA ceased to operate on January 31, 2007 following a vote from its board of directors.

Noted award winners

• The Good Brothers won Best Group/Duo in 2004^[2], and have also hosted the awards
• Colin Amey won the Rising Star Award in 2000^[3]
• Diane Chase won Female Vocalist of the year in 2000 and 2002^[4]
• Wendell Ferguson was awarded a Lifetime Achievement award^[5]
• Jason McCoy won six total awards in 2004^[6]
• Blue Rodeo was a multiple award winner over a number of years

References

1. ^ http://www.ocpfa.com Official Site
2. ^ http://www.thegoodbrothers.com/goodnews.php
3. ^ http://thatscountry.com/Artists/colinamey.htm
4. ^ http://www.dianechase.com/reviews/country_review.html
5. ^ http://www.stcatharinesstandard.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2558361
6. ^ http://www.nme.com/artists/jason-mccoy