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 belief 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. ↑ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2007-09-29. Retrieved 2006-05-18.
  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


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