Gino Castonguay has been appointed by the Canadian Grain Commission as Chief Grain Inspector for Canada, replacing Randy Dennis, who has retired.

"Mr. Castonguay's previous experience as a grain inspector with the Canadian Grain Commission and as a senior manager at Cargill Canada prepares him for taking on the challenges and opportunities presented by the ever-changing grain industry," said Director of Industry Services Nathan Gerelus.

Gino Castonguay first joined the Canadian Grain Commission as a grain inspector in 1996. In 2004, he became an Inspection Specialist. In 2013, Castonguay joined Cargill Canada as a Quality Specialist. Most recently, he was the Regional Food Safety, Quality and Regulatory Leader for Cargill Canada.