Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters

What Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters does

The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) is a not-for-profit membership federation founded in 1934 and headquartered in Peterborough, Ontario. It represents more than 100,000 individual members and 685+ affiliated clubs organized across nine geographic zones of the province, serving Ontario's anglers, hunters, trappers, and conservationists. Its mandate combines member advocacy on hunting and angling policy with the delivery of conservation programs, outdoor-recreation access initiatives, and public engagement across the province. OFAH is led by President Rick Moore and Executive Director Matt DeMille, supported by a staff of approximately 56-60, and operates within a nine-zone governance structure that connects grassroots clubs to provincial policy positions.

OFAH's core programmatic offerings include three flagship initiatives. TackleShare, launched in 1998, operates more than 140 loaner sites across Ontario that lend fishing equipment to newcomers and the public free of charge. The Community Hatchery Program, established in 2013, runs 40+ hatchery locations supporting fish stocking and aquatic habitat work. The Community Engagement Program was launched in January 2025, adding a new layer of public-participation programming. In parallel, OFAH publishes Outdoor Canada (Ontario edition), a magazine produced with the Canadian Outdoor Publishing group that extends the federation's reach into the broader outdoor recreation audience.

The organization's business model is a classic not-for-profit federation model. Revenue is generated principally through membership dues paid by individual members and affiliated clubs, supplemented by grants and funding agreements with the Ontario government (notably a 2024-2027 agreement with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry valued at over $1M), magazine advertising and subscription revenue, and program-specific sponsorships. OFAH's commercial operations are structured to support a public-benefit mandate: angling and hunting access, fisheries and wildlife conservation, and advocacy on behalf of its 100,000+ member base in dealings with provincial regulators and policymakers.

Name

Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters

Legal name

Ontario Federation of Anglers & Hunters

Website

https://ofah.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1934

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) is a not-for-profit federation founded in 1934 representing 100,000+ members and 685+ affiliated clubs across Ontario. It delivers TackleShare, Community Hatchery Program, and Community Engagement Program while publishing Outdoor Canada magazine.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Conservation Advocacy and Outdoor Recreation Services

NAICS

Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations (813312), Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting (11), Fishing, Hunting and Trapping (114), Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions (712)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Fishing, Hunting And Trapping (900)

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PRIMARYTHAJAKAM

Outdoor & Survival Skills Lessons (Bushcraft, Navigation, Foraging)

Travel & Hospitality/Tours, Attractions & Experiences/Workshops & Classes (Arts, Crafts, Skills & Local Lessons)

Keywords

• Conservation advocacy
• Angling membership services
• Hunting education programs
• Outdoor recreation services
• Wildlife habitat conservation

Headquarters

HQ city

Peterborough

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual, lifetime, and club membership fees providing access to member benefits, insurance coverage, publications, and exclusive partner discounts
2. Merchandise Sales: Sales through OFAH ProShop offering exclusive pricing on OFAH gear and outdoor accessories, plus partner products
3. Event Fees: Registration fees for fishing derbies including Under the Lock Fishing Derby ($15-25 per participant)
4. Certification Exam Partnerships: Revenue through Pleasure Craft Operator Card exam partnerships with BoaterExam.com offering 30% member discount

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

OFAH is a not-for-profit membership organization that sells annual, junior, lifetime, and club memberships to anglers and hunters in Ontario. Members receive $5M liability insurance for hunting, fishing, target shooting, trapping, and conservation work, Lyme Disease diagnosis coverage, the Ontario OUT of DOORS magazine, OFAH Stream video access, and discounts from 13+ corporate partners. The organization also delivers conservation programs (TackleShare, Community Hatchery Program), education (Ontario Hunter Education Program, Fish Along), events (Under the Lock Fishing Derby, National Heritage Day), and policy advocacy through 9 geographic zones.

Product overview

The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) is a membership-based conservation organization offering a portfolio of programs and services rather than a unified SaaS product. The core membership provides insurance coverage, advocacy representation, magazine/streaming access, and partner discounts. Related programs include the TackleShare equipment loaning network, Ontario Hunter Education Program, Community Hatchery Program, Fish Along educational videos, and the Ontario Record Fish Registry. Hunting programs encompass waterfowl hunts at provincial parks, while fishing programs include the Under the Lock Fishing Derby and loaner sites. Conservation initiatives include the Community Engagement Program and Community Projects Fund for affiliated clubs. The organization also participates in the National Fishing and Hunting Collaborative coalition at the federal level.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TackleShare Program: A program initiated in 1998 to provide new and intermediate anglers with the opportunity to experience fishing by eliminating common barriers such as lack of equipment and knowledge about angling.
• Community Hatchery Program
• Fish Along with OFAH
• Under The Lock Fishing Derby
• OFAH Stream
• OFAH NXT-GEN

Products and services

• OFAH Membership Core membership program providing Ontario anglers and hunters with $5M liability insurance for hunting, fishing, target shooting, trapping, and conservation work, Lyme Disease diagnosis coverage, Ontario OUT of DOORS magazine, OFAH Stream video access, and discounts from 13+ corporate partners. Available as individual, junior, lifetime, and club tiers.
• TackleShare Program Free fishing equipment loaning program for new and intermediate anglers, offering rods, reels, and tackle boxes for borrowing at over 140 loaner sites across Ontario at Ontario Parks, public libraries, conservation areas, and community organizations. Open seasonally, typically June to September.
• Ontario Hunter Education Program (OHEP) Hunter education course co-administered by OFAH and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, covering hunting regulations, wildlife management, safety protocols, equipment usage, hunting techniques, and wildlife identification. Available online or in-person with certified instructors, required for new hunters to obtain their Ontario hunting licence.
• OFAH Stream On-demand video library providing OFAH members with access to Angler & Hunter Television episodes, how-to videos, conservation stories, and member highlights, accessible on any device through the member portal.
• Ontario OUT of DOORS Magazine Canada's most trusted hunting and fishing publication, available in digital and print formats to members. Includes hunting and fishing tips, conservation news, and gear reviews.
• Ontario Record Fish Registry Registry celebrating the biggest catches from Ontario's public waters since 1916, with nearly 50 game and non-game fish categories. Includes replica displays at the OFAH | Mario Cortellucci Hunting and Fishing Heritage Centre.
• Community Hatchery Program (CHP) Collaborative initiative co-administered by OFAH and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, providing operational and capital funding support to approximately 40 community hatcheries and several Chinook Salmon pen-rearing operations across Ontario.
• Under the Lock Fishing Derby Annual 9-day trout fishing competition held at Peterborough Lift Lock. Offers youth and all-ages competitions with over $25,000 in prizes, including tagged fish and the 'Walter' grand prize.
• Community Engagement Program (CEP) Initiative supporting OFAH membership club growth, sustainability, and local engagement through resources, training, funding opportunities, and networking support. Launched January 2025.
• Community Projects Fund Funding program supporting fishing, hunting, and conservation clubs in Ontario to engage youth, develop new programming, and improve accessibility. Prioritizes OFAH Member Clubs and offers fixed-amount grants for youth fishing derbies.
• Waterfowl Hunts at Ontario Provincial Parks Waterfowl hunting opportunities at three Ontario Provincial Parks (Darlington, Long Point, and Rondeau) facilitated through partnerships with Long Point Waterfowlers Association and Rondeau Bay Waterfowlers Association.
• Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) Certification Pleasure Craft Operator Card certification offered to OFAH members at a 30% discount through exclusive partnership with BoaterExam.com, providing Transport Canada approved lifetime certification.
• OFAH ProShop Online storefront selling OFAH-branded merchandise, outdoor gear, and partner products with exclusive member pricing.
• Fish Along with OFAH Educational video resource program for anglers of all ages featuring casting techniques, knot tying, and fish identification content. Available on the OFAH YouTube channel.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100,000+ members and 685+ affiliated clubs
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024OFAH co-administers the Community Hatchery Program with MNRF. In 2024, a three-year agreement (2024-2027) was signed with MNR providing over $1,000,000 in program and hatchery funding. MNRF also co-administers the Ontario Hunter Education Program with OFAH.
• Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013Collaborative initiative launched in March 2013 between OFAH and MNR providing operational and capital funding support to community hatcheries and strategic assistance for fish culture and stocking efforts across Ontario.
• National Fishing and Hunting Collaborative (NFHC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNFHC is a coalition of twelve organizations representing 375,000 anglers and hunters across Canada. OFAH is a founding member working on five national priorities: promotion of outdoor heritage, Chronic Wasting Disease prevention, public access to protected areas, aquatic invasive species management, and firearms policy advocacy.
• Long Point Waterfowlers AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with OFAH to facilitate waterfowl hunting at Long Point Provincial Park. The LPWMU along with OFAH facilitate a controlled waterfowl hunt in the Long Point Provincial Park marsh.
• Rondeau Bay Waterfowlers AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNot-for-profit organization working in cooperation with Ontario Parks, OFAH, and Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry to manage waterfowl hunting in Rondeau Bay with two permitted hunting zones.
• Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOFAH works alongside CLOCA to enhance wetland habitats critical for waterfowl and other wildlife species, aligning with OFAH's commitment to habitat restoration and conservation.
• Ontario ParkscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOFAH partners with Ontario Parks to facilitate waterfowl hunts at Darlington, Long Point, and Rondeau Provincial Parks, and hosts TackleShare loaner sites at provincial parks across Ontario.
• BoaterExam.comminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOFAH members save 30% on Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) exam through exclusive partnership. BoaterExam provides Transport Canada approved, lifetime certification with visual, family-friendly learning.
• BrokerLinkminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPreferred auto and home insurance rates through BrokerLink's group insurance plan for OFAH members. Also offers OFAH-BrokerLink Club Insurance Program for affiliated clubs.
• Mark's Work WearhouseminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOFAH members receive 10% discount at all Mark's Work Warehouse locations on outdoor and work wear.
• RogersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPreferred partner program offering exclusive Rogers offers including Canada's most reliable 5G network for OFAH members.
• Hilton HotelsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOFAH members receive 9% off at Hilton brands worldwide (12-15% at select properties) for both business and personal travel.
• SAILminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with SAIL, one of Canada's leading outdoor retailers, providing exclusive savings for OFAH members on hunting, fishing, and outdoor gear.
• PartSourceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOFAH members save 10% online or in-store at PartSource on auto parts, tools, and vehicle maintenance essentials for outdoor adventures.
• RapalaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive online savings on Rapala lures, knives, tools, and accessories trusted by anglers in over 140 countries worldwide.
• HearingLife CanadaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPreferred provider of hearing healthcare with exclusive discounts on hearing aids, complimentary hearing tests at 400+ clinics, and custom hearing protection for hunters and anglers.
• Avenir EnergyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive propane pricing and delivery for OFAH members at home, cottage, or hunting camp with 6 cents off per litre and reliable local delivery.
• Fitzsimons Financial Group Inc.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInvestment opportunities including RRSPs, RESPs, TFSAs, and insurance coverage with tailored planning services for OFAH members.
• Relocation Services GroupminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCash back rebate on real estate transactions for OFAH members, with financial contribution to OFAH from each successful transaction.
• Havelock Metal Co.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor5% discount on metal roofing, siding, trim and flashing for OFAH members at eastern and central Ontario's premier manufacturer.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• National Wildlife Federation: Largest US private conservation organization with broad wildlife mission including hunting/fishing engagement. Comparable at the advocacy and member-magazine layer, but significantly larger and broader in mandate than OFAH's hunting/angling focus.

Direct peers

• Safari Club International: Major hunting-focused conservation and advocacy organization with a similar member-funded advocacy model. Highly comparable to OFAH's firearms policy, land access, and hunting heritage programs, though US-based with a broader international footprint.
• Quality Deer Management Association: US-based deer-hunting-focused conservation organization with a strong member-advocacy model. Directly comparable to OFAH's hunting education, landowner relations, and wildlife management programming.
• Pheasants Forever: US upland bird and grassland conservation organization with a chapter-based membership model similar to OFAH's zone/club structure. Comparable in member engagement, habitat funding, and hunter recruitment programming.
• Canadian Wildlife Federation: National Canadian conservation and wildlife organization with a similar member-driven advocacy model. Overlaps directly with OFAH on angler/hunter engagement, habitat advocacy, and educational programming, though CWF is broader in scope and not hunting-specific.
• Trout Unlimited Canada: Canadian conservation-focused fishing organization dedicated to coldwater fishery protection. Directly comparable to OFAH's fishing advocacy, community hatchery support, and member-driven conservation model, focused on trout rather than mixed gamefish.
• Ducks Unlimited Canada: Canada's leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, funded largely by hunter/angler supporters. Directly comparable to OFAH on waterfowl hunting programs, habitat conservation, and member-supported conservation funding, and an existing collaborator via Long Point and Rondeau partnerships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ofah
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@FishAlongOFAH
• Facebookfacebook.com/ofahmembership
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ontario-federation-of-anglers-and-hunters
• Instagraminstagram.com/ofahmembership

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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