Overview of SCDC

What is the Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission?
The Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission (SCDC) was established in 1991 to represent Saskatchewan's canola producers. Its mandate is to enhance canola producers' competitiveness and profitability through research, market development and extension activities. Activities are funded through a check-off and administered by a producer elected Board of Directors. The Board of Directors consists of six canola producers. Elections are held annually for two director positions.

Funding
A 75 cent ($0.75) per tonne check-off on Saskatchewan produced canola is collected. Under provincial government legislation, the check-off must be collected by buyers at the time of sale. The buyers forward the check-off to the Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission. Any change to the check-off level requires approval at an annual general meeting following notification of all Saskatchewan canola producers. The check-off is refundable upon request by the producer. Check-off collections are divided into two periods:

• Period 1 - August 1 to January 31
• Period 2 - February 1 to July 31

Applications for refunds must be received by the SCDC by February 28 for Period 1 and by August 31 for Period 2. The SCDC will issue refund cheques no later than April 30 for Period 1 and no later than October 31 for Period 2.

Vision
Shaping canola's future for producer profitability.

Mission
To enhance canola producers competitiveness and profitability through a producer led and controlled fund to support research, market development and extension activities.