Soy Canada Executive Director Jim Everson has been named as the next president of the Canola Council of Canada (CCC).

“Jim is a respected leader who brings significant industry vision, as well as understanding of the domestic and global issues and opportunities we face,” says David Dzisiak, Chair of the CCC Board of Directors. “We are confident that with his leadership and expertise, our industry will continue its successful path toward our Keep it Coming 2025 strategy.”

Everson has over six years of previous experience at the Canola Council, serving as vice president of government relations from 2008 to 2015. Before joining the Canola Council in 2008, he was a government relations consultant in Ottawa, also serving as a senior political advisor in the federal government. Everson’s experience also include a previous role as executive director of the Canadian Oilseed Processors Association.

“I’m very excited about the opportunity to work with the tremendous team at the Canola Council; a remarkably talented staff and committed, focused Board of Directors,” says Everson. “I look forward to returning to the Council and being part of the continued growth and success of the canola industry.”

Everson will take over the role from former CCC president Patti Miller, who is now the Chief Commissioner for the Canadian Grain Commission.

Transition arrangements for Everson are still being finalized.