About

The Prairie Ornamental Pheasant & Waterfowl Association was formed in 1980 by a group of people mainly interested in the breeding and raising of gamebirds. In the early to mid 80's, an auction in the spring and fall was organized as a fund-raiser, and this has continued until the present. During the club's early years, members also organized an annual Federation show which was held in Vegreville Alberta until 1990. The workforce for the show seemed to grow smaller and it was decided to join forces with Lloydminster in 1992. The Lloyminster show grew in popularity, and the 2007 show had the highest ever number of entries. Unfortunately, the 2012 show was canceled due to the excessive costs involved in hosting the event.

The POPWA auctions have moved several times. Triple " J " Auctions in Westlock AB was the site of the the first one in the fall of 1991, and they continued to be held there for several years. Next, the sales were moved to Morinville AB for a short time. Mayerthorpe was the next location, until we outgrew the facility. In the fall of 2004 the sale was held in Tofield, AB, and the following 5 sales took place there. In the spring of 2007, flooding of the building caused us to cancel the sale and move again. Currently, the auctions are being held at the Lakedell Ag Society Pavillion at Westerose AB.

Another important change for our association also included a new name: Prairie Ornamental Avicultural Association. It was felt this name was more inclusive and would better reflect our new direction of encompassing breeders of all avian species. We have a membership ranging from B.C. to Newfoundland and have an ongoing link with other groups of this nature across Canada.