Canadian Canola Growers Association

Election 2021: Growing Canadian Prosperity with Canola

August 18, 2021Hub Article

​​​​​​​It's been a tough growing season for canola farmers with extreme heat and lack of moisture across the Prairies. Canadian canola farmers are resilient and with the right tools and policies they can continue growing prosperity for their farms, and their communities, for years to come.

Canola has grown to be a strong contributor to Canada's economy:​​

  • Canada's most widely seeded crop.
  • The #1 source of farm revenue from crops for over a decade, earning $10.2 billion in farm cash receipts in 2020.
  • Annually provides $29.9 billion to the Canadian economy and supports 207,000 Canadian jobs.
  • $11.9 billion in exports in 2020.

Canadian Canola Growers Association has identified five priorities for ... (read more)

​​​​​​​It's been a tough growing season for canola farmers with extreme heat and lack of moisture across the Prairies. Canadian canola farmers are resilient and with the right tools and policies they can continue growing prosperity for their farms, and their communities, for years to come.

Canola has grown to be a strong contributor to Canada's... (read more)

Speaking Out for Canola Farmers in Ottawa

August 4, 2021Hub Article

​​​​​​For the past 18 months, pandemic-related policy discussions have absorbed much of the federal government's attention. As the country shifts to focus on economic recovery in the years ahead,... (read more)

Apply for your 2021 cash advance

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Apply now for the 2021 Advance Payments Program cash advance -- new streamlined application process; up to $1 million available; $100,000 interest-free; interest-bearing portion at prime less 0.75%; and no application fee!

Biofuels FAQs

Find answers to some of the frequently asked questions we get about canola-based biofuels and the Clean Fuel Standard.

Cash Advance FAQs

  • What commodities are eligible for a cash advance from CCGA?

    What commodities are eligible for a cash advance from CCGA?

    ​​​​​​Producers from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba can access low-interest financing for more than 50 commodities, all on one application with no administration...

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  • Can I switch commodities on my post-harvest report?

    Can I switch commodities on my post-harvest report?

    ​​​​​​​​​In the 2020 program year,​ there was an important change to the Advance Payments Program​ rules so that farmers are no longer able to remove commodities from an actual seeded advance...

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  • What does it cost me to get a cash advance?

    What does it cost me to get a cash advance?

    In the 2020 program year, CCGA eliminated the application fee. If you meet all the given deadlines associated with a cash advance, there are no fees. 

    Up to $100,000 is available...

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  • What important deadlines are associated with a cash advance from CCGA?

    What important deadlines are associated with a cash advance from CCGA?

    ​​​During the Production Period, there are several paperwork and repayment deadlines that must be met to keep your account in good standing and avoid default. They can be found on our Dates...

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Winnipeg Office / Cash Advances

600-1661 Portage Avenue,
Winnipeg, MB
R3J 3T7
T: 204.788.0090 | TF: 1-866.745.2256
F: 204.788.0039

Ottawa Office

703-350 Sparks Street,
Ottawa, ON
K1R 7S8
T: 613.232.0223

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