The CGC…

• Regulates grain handling in Canada
• Establishes and maintains science-based standards of quality for Canadian grain.
• Issuing licenses for grain elevator operators and grain dealers
• recommending and establish grain grades and standards for those grades and implement a system of grading and inspection for grain to reflect adequately the quality of that grain and meet the need for efficient marketing in and outside Canada
• establish and apply standards and procedures regulating the handling, transportation and storage of grain and the storage facilities
• conduct investigations and hold hearings on matters within the powers of the Commission

Orders made by the CGC may be reviewed by the Minister in charge and orders for the payment of any money or apportionment of any loss may be appealed to the Federal Court.