A Century in the Making
Goderich Elevators began when a wooden grain terminal, built originally by the Grand Trunk Railway, was destroyed by fire in the fall of 1897. A group of concerned citizens determined not to loose this important industry for the local community had the vision to rally a group of entrepreneurs to form a new company. Canada was growing, food was in great demand and the timing was right. With plans for re-construction and expansion, The Goderich Elevator and Transit Company was incorporated in 1898.
The early 1900's, brought bigger ships, larger cargoes and an increased demand. Business was growing and supported by sound management and a strong financial structure. The future looked bright.
From the day the first cargo was received into the new facility, the story of Goderich Elevator and Transit Company has been one of success.
Today Goderich and Port Colborne Grain Terminals operate under the name Southpier Terminals with a combined storage capacity of 200,000 metric tonnes. Southpier Terminals handle a variety of agricultural cargoes and are served by both Canadian Railways via the GEXR, major trucking companies and more than 30 vessels each year.