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Dairy Innovation Program (DIP)
Supports innovative dairy product development
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
July 9, 2024
Opened July 23, 2015
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports dairy processors developing innovative milk-based products. Eligible projects include national or provincial applications for innovative dairy products, including butter and butter oil; the maximum funding amount is not specified in the available information.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of innovative dairy products.
- Launch of new dairy products in provincial or national markets.
- Butter and butter oil innovation projects.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form for each product.
- Product sample.
- Product description and composition details.
- Marketing plan and sales forecast.
- Provincial or federal licence number/application, and a market impact study for butter or butter oil projects.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Dairy processors.
- Companies developing innovative dairy products for national or provincial markets.
- Companies applying for butter or butter oil projects on a national basis.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Two or more provinces
- The province where the product is manufactured
Selection criteria
- Novelty of the product and its features.
- Potential to increase Canadian milk demand.
- Distribution reach and market potential.
- Completeness of the application and supporting evidence.
- Product sample review by the Selection Committee.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Read the program guidelines.
- Complete a separate form for each product.
- Gather the required product and market information.
- Step 2: Submit to CDC
- Email the application to cdc.innovation.ccl@cdc-ccl.gc.ca.
- Submit before the quarterly deadlines: March 31, June 30, September 30, or December 31.
- Step 3: Review by the Selection Committee
- The committee reviews applications within the following two months.
- The committee may request clarification or additional information.
- Provide a product sample for review.
- Step 4: Decision and next steps
- If approved, a formal contract is prepared and signed by the CDC, the provincial board or agency, and the applicant.
- Rejected applications may be appealed or resubmitted.
- Appeals must be filed in writing within 90 days of the rejection letter.
Processing and Agreement
- The Selection Committee reviews the application and may request clarification or additional information.
- The applicant must provide a product sample for review.
- If the project is approved, a formal legal contract is prepared and signed by the CDC, the provincial board or agency, and the successful applicant.
- Rejected applications may be appealed or resubmitted; appeal decisions are final.
Additional information
- Applications and product descriptions remain confidential for 24 months after the successful applicant starts receiving milk.
- Rejected applications may be appealed within 90 days or modified and resubmitted.
- The program is subject to provincial milk utilization audits and CDC evaluation.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Dairy Innovation Program (DIP) Program
What is the Dairy Innovation Program (DIP)?
This program supports dairy processors developing innovative milk-based products. Eligible projects include national or provincial applications for innovative dairy products, including butter and butter oil; the maximum funding amount is not specified in the available information.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was July 9, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Dairy Innovation Program (DIP) program?
To be eligible for the Dairy Innovation Program (DIP) program, you must:
Licensed or pending dairy processor.
Milk-based product, no imported dairy ingredients.
Innovative product increasing milk demand.
What expenses are eligible under Dairy Innovation Program (DIP)?
Development of innovative dairy products.
Launch of new dairy products in provincial or national markets.
Butter and butter oil innovation projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Dairy Innovation Program (DIP)?
You can contact Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) by email at cdc.innovation.ccl@cdc-ccl.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-366-0676.
Where is the Dairy Innovation Program (DIP) available?
The Dairy Innovation Program (DIP) program is available across Canada.
Is the Dairy Innovation Program (DIP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Dairy Innovation Program (DIP) is a Other Support