The creation of the Canadian Poultry Research Council (CPRC) follows
the recommendation of a report commissioned by the Canadian
Agri-food Research Council and the Canada Branch of the World's Poultry Science Association.  This report assessed the needs and resources of Canada's poultry sector with respect to research, education and technology transfer. It also documented the rapid erosion of both human and physical resources and the loss of federal funding for poultry research.

In response to the concerns and recommendations outlined, the five national poultry organizations met to discuss the need for a national organization devoted to addressing national poultry research concerns.  Ultimately, in November 2001, the CPRC was formally established.

The mission of CPRC is to provide dynamic leadership in the creation and implementation of programs for poultry research and development that address industry needs and societal concerns. The mission will focus on:

• The coordination and enhancement of a more efficient Canadian poultry research effort

• CPRC providing the focal point for poultry research in Canada.

• Securing additional and matching funding.

• Facilitating the establishment of national poultry research priorities.

2009 Board of Directors
Jacob Middelkamp, Chair (CFC)
Chris den Hertog, Vice Chair (CHEP)
Erica Charlton, Director (CPEPC)
Helen Anne Hudson, Director (EFC)
Roelof Meijer, Director (TFC)