The Structure of ARBA Rabbit Clubs in Ontario
The structuring and workings of ARBA clubs within Ontario have been a source of much confusion for many people. What is the difference between the Ontario club and the local clubs? What are the geographical boundaries between the clubs and which club, if any, should a person join? Do you join based on where you live or where you show? How does a person join a club and why? ARBA (American Rabbit Breeders Association) is an international organization. It is split into 9 geographical Districts. Each District contains multiple regions, states, or provinces. Ontario is part of ARBA District 8, together with Manitoba, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky. The ARBA club hierarchy follows a similar structure. Operating under ARBA are National Breed Clubs (each breed has one and there can only be one per breed or a group of breeds as is the case with the Angoras), followed by State All Breed Clubs and Specialty Clubs (these are for each state or province, organized by local mem...