Membership
Any organization that operates in whole or in part as a primary processor of cereal grains in Canada is eligible for membership in the Canadian National Millers Association. CNMA offers wheat and oat milling membership classes with a capacity-based fee structure, as well as non-voting micro milling and associate membership classes.
Please contact CNMA’s office for additional information.
Application Process

Milling Members Benefits
Advocacy That Protects Your Interests
Gain a powerful voice in national policy discussions. CNMA represents milling industry priorities to federal regulators, ensuring practical, science-based decisions that support operational success and long-term competitiveness.
Timely Regulatory & Industry Intelligence
Stay ahead of change with up-to-date insights on food safety standards, grain quality regulations, transportation issues, trade policy, and emerging industry risks. Members receive alerts, briefings, and expert interpretations.
Access to Technical Expertise
Tap into the collective knowledge of leading experts in grain science, food safety, sustainability, and market analysis. CNMA provides guidance that helps members strengthen compliance and improve performance.
Networking With Canada’s Milling Leaders
Connect with peers across the country through member roundtables, industry working groups, and national meetings. Build relationships, share best practices, and collaborate on solutions to shared challenges.
Support Through Industry Disruptions
Whether it’s supply chain instability, regulatory shifts, or crisis response, CNMA provides coordinated guidance and advocacy to help members navigate uncertainty and minimize business impacts.
Leadership & Influence
Members help shape the future of Canada’s milling sector. Through committees, consultations, and strategic initiatives, you can play an active role in strengthening the industry’s sustainability, innovation, and public profile.
Associates Members Benefits
Direct Access to Canada’s Milling Leaders
Associate Members gain a unique opportunity to connect directly with decision-makers across the country’s leading milling companies. Build relationships, understand industry needs, and position your products and services with the people who shape procurement and operational priorities.
Industry Insight to Strengthen Your Business
Stay informed on the regulatory changes, market trends, grain supply issues, and technological developments influencing Canadian millers. This intelligence helps you align your offerings, anticipate industry challenges, and better serve your clients.
Participation in CNMA Events & Roundtables
Join member meetings, technical sessions, and industry discussions where millers and partners collaborate on key issues. These forums offer direct engagement, visibility, and the ability to showcase your expertise.
Opportunities to Contribute Expertise
Associate Members can support CNMA initiatives by sharing technical knowledge, innovation insights, or specialized services that advance food safety, sustainability, and operational excellence across the sector.
Enhanced Profile & Industry Credibility
Being recognized as a CNMA Associate Member signals a commitment to supporting a strong, safe, and forward-looking milling industry. Membership enhances your organization’s credibility and reinforces trust with customers and partners.
Collaboration on Industry Solutions
Work alongside millers to address shared challenges—whether related to supply chain performance, technology adoption, regulatory compliance, or sustainability. Your input helps shape practical, industry-wide solutions.