Grain Financial Protection Program

Fee

Licensing fees for grain dealers and elevator operators
Grain dealers Elevator operators
$200 per year

Based on storage capacity:

  • Less than 5,000 tonnes: $150
  • Less than 25,000 tonnes: $300
  • 25,000 tonnes or greater: $450

Shortfall permit

Elevator operators who think they will be in a shortfall position must apply for a permit.
To get a shortfall permit, elevator operators must:

  • Pay a $300 fee
  • Provide financial security in the form of a letter of credit for the full value of the grain shortfall

Offsite storage permit

Elevator operators who want to store grains and oilseeds at a premises that has not been identified upon application or renewal must first notify the Director.


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