Winnipeg, MB – Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA) has opened its early application window for the 2026 Advance Payments Program (APP), continuing its work supporting the operating capital needs of Western Canadian crop and livestock farmers.
Starting today, farmers can submit their application for a 2026 cash advance through CCGA. CCGA will begin issuing funds for the 2026 program on April 1st.
“With seeding around the corner, now is a good time for farmers to submit their spring cash advance applications,” says Dave Gallant, Vice-President, Finance & APP Operations at CCGA.
“Applying early means farmers get their paperwork done before field work begins, and it gives CCGA time to process their applications and provide the spring operating funds they need as quickly as possible.”
For 2026, farmers can access up to $1 million in total financing, including:
- Up to $100,000 interest-free on more than 50 eligible commodities; and
- Up to an additional $400,000 interest-free on canola only; plus
- An interest-bearing advance rate of prime less 0.25%.
Each year, more than 10,000 farmers across Western Canada use a CCGA cash advance to help manage cash flow and reduce borrowing costs. The combination of interest-free and below-prime financing can translate into substantial savings compared to other forms of short-term financing.
First-time applicants are encouraged to call CCGA at 1.866.745.2256 for assistance with their application. Returning applicants can also access self-serve options through their online account at ccga.ca.