Dairy Innovation Program (DIP)
Canada
Larger milk quota to produce innovative dairy products
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateJuly 23, 2015
- grant_single|closingDateJuly 09, 2024
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Manufacturing
grant_single|grantors
- Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC)
- Government of Canada
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grant_card_status|open
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Benefit from continued access to the milk you need to produce innovative dairy products without affecting your existing provincial milk supply allotment.
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In order to be eligible for the Dairy Innovation Program, projects and activities must focus on innovative dairy product development. Eligible activities include:
- Research and development of new dairy products
- Testing and validation of new dairy product formulas
- Implementation of new processing techniques for dairy products
- Commercialization of innovative dairy products
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$120,000
Vancouver
Creating protein-rich dairy snacks targeting athletes
$80,000
Toronto
Developing a new line of lactose-free dairy beverages
$130,000
Ottawa
Launching a probiotic dairy drink product line
$125,000
Hamilton
Establishing a sustainable dairy farm to produce eco-friendly milk products
$95,000
Calgary
Introducing a new yogurt line using innovative fermentation techniques
$120,000
Montreal
Developing a line of cheese alternatives using dairy technology
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility criteria for the grant include:
- Dairy processors in Canada are eligible.
- The innovative dairy products must not affect existing provincial milk plant supply allocation.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
There are eligible types of companies for this grant:
- Dairy processors
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
Some types of companies are not eligible for this grant. Eligibility is limited to dairy processors in Canada.
- Dairy processors outside of Canada
- Companies not involved in dairy processing
- Individuals or non-corporate entities
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant may include costs related to research and development, innovation, and production of dairy products. Examples of eligible expenses could be equipment purchases, ingredient costs, and marketing expenses.
- Research and development
- Innovation costs
- Production expenses
- Equipment purchases
- Ingredient costs
- Marketing expenses
grant_single_labels|criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria for the Dairy Innovation Program include:
- Ability to increase the utilization of the allocated milk
- Demonstrated commitment to producing innovative dairy products
- Potential for market success and increased demand for milk
- Compliance with program regulations and guidelines
grant_single_labels|register
- Step 1: Review the eligibility criteria
- Ensure that the dairy processor meets all the eligibility requirements
- Verify the type of innovations that qualify for the grant
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Gather all necessary documentation and information
- Complete the application form accurately
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit the completed application by the specified deadline
- Ensure all required materials are included
- Step 4: Wait for the selection process
- Applications will be reviewed and evaluated
- Successful applicants will be notified
Apply to this program
Grant Summary
The Dairy Innovation Program (DIP) by the Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) aims to support dairy processors by providing access to milk for innovative dairy product development without impacting their existing supply. Provinces supplying milk for DIP contracts receive allocation credits based on butterfat usage.
Grant Details
The Dairy Innovation Program (DIP) initiated by the Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) serves as a vital resource for dairy processors seeking to enhance their product offerings through innovation. Established in 2013 to replace the Domestic Dairy Product Innovation Program (DDPIP), the DIP encourages the creation of new dairy products without disrupting the provincial milk plant supply allocation system.
By granting allocation credits to provinces contributing milk for DIP contracts, the program ensures a steady supply of milk for innovative projects while fostering growth in the dairy industry. These credits, allocated based on butterfat usage, allow provinces to share the benefits within their region's milk production ecosystem.
Through the DIP, dairy processors gain the opportunity to explore new product development avenues, driving higher demand for milk and stimulating economic growth within the Canadian dairy sector. The program not only supports innovation but also promotes collaboration and resource-sharing among provinces to optimize milk allocation for sustainable dairy production.
Moreover, the CDC's commitment to facilitating access to milk for innovative dairy projects underscores the importance of fostering a dynamic and competitive dairy market in Canada. By providing allocation credits that do not convert into quota, the DIP empowers provinces to leverage their butterfat usage efficiently and propel the dairy industry towards greater success.
In conclusion, the Dairy Innovation Program (DIP) represents a strategic initiative by the Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) to drive innovation, sustainability, and growth in the dairy sector. Through its support for dairy processors and emphasis on collaboration among provinces, the DIP plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of dairy product development in Canada.
