Policy Overview

SaskOilseeds advocates on farmers’ behalf to government at the municipal, provincial and national levels. We share research and grower opinions with parliamentarians, legislators and government officials, so that policy and regulations are data driven and backed by sound science. These actions protect market access and drive market expansion.

Explore our News Archive for insight into what SaskOilseeds policy efforts are currently focused on.

Advocacy Partners

By working collaboratively with partners in the agriculture industry, we can have a stronger voice to impact change for farmers. Our three national partners all have offices located in Ottawa that prioritize strong relationships with government.

Latest News

Aug 13, 2026

SaskOilseeds August 2026 Advocacy Newsletter

Market & Trade Update This summer we have been active on the advocacy front. Trade volatility continues to affect canola […]

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Jul 16, 2026

Grain Growers of Canada Welcomes Gateway Strategy, Urges Action on Second Narrows Rail Crossing

OTTAWA, July 16, 2026 —The Government of Canada’s Port of Vancouver Gateway Strategy marks an important step toward strengthening Canada’s export […]

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Jun 15, 2026

Canola Council statement on the National Food Security Strategy

June 15, 2026 – The Canola Council of Canada (CCC) welcomes the release of the National Food Security Strategy by the […]

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Advocacy Resources

The opportunity for biofuels in the future of the canola industry – RealAg Radio, Apr 29, 2026

Listen to our April 29th sponsored RealAgriculture radio show where host Shaun Haney and four guests representing SaskOilseeds, Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute, American Soybean Association & Bunge unpack the opportunity for biofuels in the Canadian canola industry.

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Strengthening grain market transparency: A webinar replay

Webinar recording hosted by Shaun Haney, featuring Mark Hemmes, Marlene Boersch, Jermey Welter & Jim McCormick, discussing grain export transparency, how a sales reporting program would work & the barriers to adoption.

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Sask Crops Lobby Day Reception 2025

Connections are a critical component of SaskOilseeds’ work! Having important conversations amongst government, producers, policy makers and other decision-makers is how Saskatchewan canola farmer voices get heard. SaskOilseeds joined SaskBarley, Prairie Oat Growers, Saskatchewan Pulse Growers and Sask Wheat at Sask Crops Lobby Day to discuss priorities with government officials at the provincial Legislature building.

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