Governance & Regulations

SaskOilseeds is regulated under the Agri-Food Act and monitored by the Agri-Food Council. Council members are appointed by and accountable to the Minister of Agriculture. SaskOilseeds is governed by the Saskatchewan Oilseeds Development Plan Regulations.

Election Process

SaskOilseeds is governed by eight farmer directors who are democratically elected by levy payers to ensure the Commission’s strategic priorities are effectively executed by the Staff. Director responsibilities include five board meetings per year, plus participation on various committees and appointments to external boards. Elections for SaskOilseeds’ Board of Directors are held every two years in the fall (2024, 2026, 2028). Farmers who have paid canola and/or flax levy within the two years prior to an election and not requested a refund are eligible to run in the election. Nominations package requirements include the submission of a biography and the signatures of five registered oilseed producers. Directors are elected for a four year term and are eligible to run for a second term, for a total of eight years.