Lower Tariffs for Canola Oil Exports to Europe

A free trade agreement between Canada and members of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) will be effective July 1, 2009, reducing or eliminating the export tariff on crude canola oil. The EFTA countries include Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. This free trade agreement is the first of its kind between Canada and European countries.

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"Remember" Good Fats

It’s well-known that "good" unsaturated fats are part of a healthy diet. But scientists at the University of California-Irvine have found that oleic acid, the monounsaturated fat in canola oil, has the potential to help treat memory-related problems, as they are converted during digestion to a substance that affects memory signals in the brain.

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Homemade Crêpes Perfect for Mother’s Day

A recent New York Times "Recipes for Health" series featured buckwheat crêpes using canola oil. The recipe is simple and versatile – try it with fresh fruit and a bit of whipped cream or mascarpone for a Mother’s Day breakfast, or with spinach and egg as recommended for a savory breakfast, brunch or lunch.

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CCC Teams Up With Canadian Foundation for Dietetic Research

The Canola Council of Canada will join the Canadian Foundation for Dietetic Research in a patron sponsorship of $25,000 over five years, providing grant money for research in dietetics and nutrition.

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Did You Know?

Canola oil is ideal for making emulsions, such as mayonnaise and aioli, which offer endless possibilities for adding flavor and texture to your cooking. View a demonstration of Culinary Institute of America (CIA) chefs making canola emulsions by visiting CanolaInfo’s CIA Learning Module, "The Professional Chef Discovers Canola Oil." You’ll "second that emulsion."

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