A milestone moment for our members, our Board, and Canada’s seed system
We are proud to share that the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association (CSGA) has been awarded the 2025 Organizational Governance Award by the Governance Professionals of Canada (GPC). This national honour recognizes organizations that demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and integrity in governance across all sectors.
Executive Director Doug Miller, President Glenn Logan, Director Carl Bolton and COO Caroline Lafontaine
The award endorses the transformational governance renewal CSGA has undertaken over the past two years, rooted in transparency, inclusivity, accountability, and service to Canada’s seed system. What began as an ambitious modernization effort evolved into a comprehensive renewal that strengthened our foundation and positioned CSGA for the future.
The GPC judges highlighted the depth and impact of CSGA’s work, commending:
- Modernization of governance tools, policies, and Board resources
- Clearer roles and strengthened accountability at every level
- A successful national consultation and By law amendment that broadened membership to the full seed certification community
- A collaborative process that engaged members, branches, and stakeholders throughout
We invite you to read the full write-up from the GPC judges, including their detailed assessment of CSGA’s governance renewal, in the 2025 Judges’ Report.
This achievement reflects the exceptional leadership and dedication of the CSGA Governance Committee, whose members Glenn Logan (Chair), Andrew Ayre, Carl Bolton, and Roy Klym provided vision, diligence, and deep commitment throughout the renewal. Their stewardship, supported by our Board, staff, and external advisors, ensured that the process remained principled, inclusive, and aligned with CSGA’s long term goals.
“Strong governance sustains organizational strength, ensures accountability, supports an effective Board, and builds confidence among members and stakeholders. For CSGA, it creates a system that reflects the professionalism, inclusivity, and resilience of Canada’s seed growers, enabling us to lead proactively through change.”
— Caroline Lafontaine, COO
Caroline Lafontaine, COO accepts the GPC award on Novemeber 13, 2025
At the operational level, Caroline Lafontaine, Chief Operating Offier, was instrumental in leading the modernization with the Governance Committee and accepted the award on CSGA’s behalf. She oversaw the review, redesign, and implementation of new governance policies and procedures. Caroline’s leadership continues to drive excellence within CSGA’s governance framework.
This award belongs to all of you, our members, partners, and stakeholders, who contributed insights, participated in consultations, and supported the meaningful changes that strengthen CSGA today. Strong, transparent governance is fundamental to delivering a trusted, modern certification system, and this recognition reaffirms the value of the work we have accomplished together.
Thank you for your trust, engagement, and leadership. Together, we are building a resilient, inclusive, and future ready CSGA that will serve Canada’s seed system for generations to come.
