Ontario Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative
ON, Canada
Funding for dairy processing equipment upgrades
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateJanuary 17, 2024
- grant_single|closingDateNovember 30, 2025
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
grant_single|grantors
- Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
- Government of Ontario
- Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
- Ministry of Agriculture
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grant_card_status|open
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The Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative provides up to $200,000 in funding to dairy processors, covering 50% of eligible costs for equipment upgrades aimed at increasing processing efficiencies and enhancing food safety. Eligible activities include upgrades to improve cooler/freezer capacity, waste management systems, and product handling equipment.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
The Ontario Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative offers a distinct co-financing opportunity to enhance efficiencies and food safety in dairy processing.
- The initiative provides funding for 50% of eligible costs up to a maximum of $200,000 per recipient.
- Total funding allocated to the initiative is up to $8,000,000.
- Funding is provided for specific eligible activities and costs which must be incurred between April 1, 2024, and February 15, 2026.
- All initiative payments are contingent upon verification of project completion including installation of equipment.
- Initiative payments issued after claim verification, ensuring costs are eligible according to initiative guidelines.
grant_single_labels|projects
The Ontario Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative supports projects that aim to enhance processing efficiencies and food safety in dairy processing facilities. Eligible activities primarily focus on equipment upgrades and improvements necessary for achieving these goals.
- Incremental activities required to create or increase processing efficiencies.
- Engineering and professional services related to equipment/processes and first-time food safety audits or certifications, including market access facilitation.
- Equipment costs for cooler/freezer capacity increases, including air flow upgrades and sealing enhancements.
- Product handling and food safety equipment, such as automated tote washers, commercial-grade dishwashers, pasteurizers, and homogenizers.
- Installation costs from third-party providers, specifically for eligible equipment.
- Costs related to waste management handling and processing equipment and structures.
- Testing equipment costs to support monitoring, data collection, and lab testing.
- Costs for improving product traceability, including barcoding and product identification equipment.
- One-time training costs for key personnel on project-related equipment and technology.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 55,000
Upgrade cooling systems to enhance dairy storage efficiency
$ 32,500
Install advanced product traceability system dairy facility
$ 22,500
Conduct first-time food safety audit in dairy facility
$ 50,000
Implement surveillance systems for food safety dairy facility
$ 95,000
Upgrade milk processing lines for improved efficiency
$ 40,000
Implement waste management system for dairy by-products
grant_single_labels|admissibility
The Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative requires applicants to meet several specific criteria to be eligible for funding.
- The applicant must be a Dairy Processor.
- If processing cow or goat milk, the Dairy Processor must meet the licensing requirements under O. Reg. 761: Milk and Milk Products.
- If processing sheep or water buffalo milk, the Dairy Processor must meet the requirements of local Public Health Unit inspectors under the Health Protection and Promotion Act.
- The applicant must provide a CRA BN, or SIN if eligible to receive Initiative Payment.
- A completed Ministry-approved Application Form must be submitted in accordance with the guidelines.
- The applicant must be undertaking eligible activities outlined in the guidelines.
- The applicant must have a valid and up-to-date Premises ID Number for the business location(s).
- The applicant must comply with environmental, labour, and tax-related legal requirements and be materially compliant with all other applicable laws.
- The applicant and its officers, directors, or employees must not be current or former federal public office holders or servants out of compliance with specified Canadian conflict of interest laws.
- The applicant must agree that intellectual property rights arising from the Project belong to them.
- The applicant must agree to allow Canada and Ontario to publish information about the Project if funding is received.
- The applicant must not be a member of the House of Commons or the Senate, unless permitted under the Parliament of Canada Act to receive such funding.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
To be eligible to apply for the Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative, an applicant must be a dairy processor that processes cow, goat, sheep, or water buffalo milk. They must meet all necessary licensing and regulatory requirements, such as obtaining a Premises ID Number and complying with environmental, labor, and tax-related laws. Additionally, they cannot have any outstanding debts to Ontario or Canada without a repayment plan, and they must agree to the initiative's terms and conditions, including intellectual property rights agreements. The applicant should not be a current or former federal public office holder or servant, unless compliant with relevant Canadian ethical standards and conflict of interest regulations. They must provide a completed application form and necessary supporting documentation, such as written quotes for eligible costs, using Adobe Acrobat Reader.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
This grant excludes certain entities based on their interrelation with governmental positions and existing financial liabilities. The restrictions ensure eligibility aligns with public interest and financial responsibility.
- Applicants or any officers, directors, or employees who are current or former federal public office holders or federal public servants not compliant with relevant conflict of interest regulations.
- Applicants or any officers, directors, or employees who are members of the House of Commons or the Senate unless permitted under the relevant Acts to receive such funding.
- Entities that owe a debt to Ontario or Canada without a repayment plan or those not compliant with existing repayment plans.
- Entities submitting false or misleading information, whether willful or negligent.
- Entities demonstrating abusive behavior towards Ministry staff.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative offers funding to support dairy processors in upgrading their equipment to boost efficiency and enhance food safety. The following activities have been identified as eligible for funding under this initiative:
- Incremental activities required to create or increase processing efficiencies for Ontario facilities.
- Incremental activities required to both create or increase processing efficiencies and improve food safety for Ontario facilities.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is intended for dairy processing facilities operating within Ontario. Eligibility for funding is based on the geographical location of these facilities to support regional agricultural initiatives.
- Dairy processing facilities located within the province of Ontario.
grant_single_labels|criteria
The Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative does not explicitly list detailed evaluation and selection criteria. However, the Ministry will review completed applications in the order they are received and evaluate them based on eligible activities and costs as set out in the guidelines.
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Review Guidelines
- Read the Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative guidelines completely.
- Ensure your project aligns with eligible activities and costs.
- Step 2: Complete Application Form
- Download the Ministry-approved Application Form.
- Fill out the form using Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Ensure all required fields are complete and accurate.
- Step 3: Obtain Required Documentation
- Gather written quotes detailing proposed eligible costs from third-party providers.
- Ensure all documentation supports the proposed project and costs.
- Step 4: Submission of Application
- Email your completed Application Form and quotes to SustainableCAP1@ontario.ca.
- Ensure submission occurs between April 2, 2024, and November 30, 2025, or until funds are fully allocated.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
Additional information regarding compliance, conflict of interest, and communications protocols can be essential for successful participation in the Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative. Here is relevant information:
- Amendments to the Guidelines may occur without prior notice; any amendments will not have a retroactive effect.
- Errors and/or omissions in the Guidelines are accepted by Applicants and Recipients.
- The Initiative may be terminated at any time without prior notice.
- Submitting an Application Form does not create a right to participate nor a right to receive an Initiative Payment.
- Initiative Payments may be pro-rated if there is an insufficient amount of money to pay all Claims.
- The Initiative Payment is considered income for tax purposes under the Income Tax Act (Canada).
grant_single_labels|contact
SustainableCAP1@ontario.ca
