[1][2] The AFGA was founded in 1908 when a group of anglers and hunters first met in Calgary, Alberta.
In 1962, along with representatives of the 9 other provinces, it helped found the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF).
[citation needed] In 1997, the AFGA was instrumental in the founding of the Alberta Conservation Association (ACA).
The ACA acts as a delegated administration organization at arm's length from government, and administers funds received primarily from the sale of hunting and fishing licenses.
As a representative of the hunters and anglers who pay into this fund, the AFGA continues to be involved with the ACA.