Inside the PFC
Origins: From Provincial FC Roots to PFC
The story begins in 2013 with the founding of the Provincial Fighting Championship by promoter Jamie Champion. On October 26, 2013, Provincial FC held its inaugural event — Provincial Fighting Championship 1: Unrivaled — in London, Ontario. Under the Provincial FC banner, the promotion hosted a total of four events.
In 2015, due to a changing MMA landscape, the organization re-branded to Prospect Fighting Championships (PFC), marking a new chapter in its development. This rebranding reflected the promotion’s ambition to grow beyond its early grassroots origins and establish itself firmly in the Canadian MMA scene.
Structure & Rules: How PFC Operates
PFC conducts fights inside a hexagonal cage, following the Unified Rules of Mixed Martial Arts.
The promotion offers a wide variety of weight classes — from Atomweight to Super Heavyweight — giving fighters of nearly all sizes the opportunity to compete.
PFC has hosted both amateur and professional bouts, and also expanded beyond MMA: over time it has organized WAKO-sanctioned kickboxing events, as well as a sanctioned Muay Thai event.
This flexibility has allowed PFC to serve as a versatile platform for martial artists at different stages of their development — from amateurs testing the waters to professionals building their careers.
Growth Over Time: Milestones & Key Events
Since the rebrand in 2015, PFC has steadily grown in scope and ambition:
The first event under the PFC name was held on August 29, 2015, in London, Ontario.
Over the years, PFC has hosted dozens of events across Ontario. As of recent counts, that includes 24 events, featuring more than 180 MMA fights and around 40 kickboxing or Muay Thai bouts.
The promotion has also been involved in charitable efforts. PFC holds annual events — often tied to community fundraisers — such as those supporting the cause to “knock out” kidney disease.
Additionally, over the years, PFC has seen several streaming partnerships. In 2020, the promotion signed a deal with the major broadcasting outlet Fight Network, increasing their visibility and accessibility to a wider audience. In recent years, the have worked alongside the rising Canadian streaming service, Millions.
Over the years, PFC has evolved from a small local venture into one of Ontario’s most established MMA promotions.
Commentary, Personnel, and Presentation
As PFC has matured, so too has its broadcast and production quality:
The commentary team has evolved. Early on, the broadcast featured veteran commentator John Ramdeen, joined by former fighter/analyst Robin Black.
Over time, other voices joined: for example, at one point veteran broadcaster Reed Duthie served as a play-by-play analyst.
Beginning after PFC 18, the official ring announcer was announced as David Neiman. Previously, announcers included names like Keith Crawford and Pete “Mr. Throwdown” Treviño.
These changes reflect PFC’s commitment to providing a professional experience — both in-cage and in broadcast — which helps improve its credibility and appeal to fighters and fans alike.
PFC’s Role in Ontario & Canadian MMA
Historically, MMA in Ontario faced legal restrictions. Until legalization around 2010, most full-contact MMA events had to take place on native reservation land, which was outside provincial regulation.
With regulation opening up, the creation of Provincial FC (and later PFC) helped build an organized platform for MMA in Ontario, enabling local talent to compete under proper athletic rules and oversight.
Over time, PFC has emerged as one of the largest — and most enduring — MMA promotions in the province, giving fighters from atomweight to super-heavyweight levels a chance to develop and showcase their skills.
Because of its size, longevity, and broad weight-class coverage, PFC often serves as a feeder organization — a place where fighters can gain experience and exposure before possibly moving on to larger international promotions.
Challenges, Hiatuses, and Resilience
Like many fight promotions, PFC has faced challenges over the years:
Some planned events were canceled — for instance, the final event under the Provincial FC banner did not take place due to changing laws.
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted PFC’s schedule. With live shows paused in 2020–2021, they adapted by hosting a virtual talk show (on September 25, 2021) — featuring former UFC fighter Brendan Schaub — as a fundraiser, raising over US$300,000 for local charities.
Despite these setbacks, the promotion bounced back: by mid-2025, they resumed live events, exemplified by the PFC 19 Novice Edition in July 2025, and PFC 20 in October 2025.
This resilience speaks to the commitment of PFC’s leadership and its importance in Ontario’s MMA community.
Legacy and Impact
For more than a decade, PFC has:
Provided a consistent, regulated platform for MMA and kickboxing/Muay Thai inside Ontario.
Helped grow the local MMA community, offering opportunities for a wide range of fighters.
Offered charitable initiatives, connecting combat sports with community-driven causes.
Demonstrated adaptability — navigating regulatory history, pandemic disruptions, and the evolving landscape of combat sports broadcasting.
As a result, PFC is more than just a fight promotion: it's become a landmark institution in Canadian MMA, especially for Ontario-based athletes.