Dairy Processing Investment Fund
This program aims to assist dairy processors in adapting to market changes resulting from the Canadian-European Union’s economic trade agreement.
How Much Funding?
Up to 50% on the first $2 million, up to 25% afterwards, maximum of $10 million
Who Qualifies?
Canada-wide
- For-profit small and medium cheese makers (less than 500 employees)
- For-profit large cheese makers and dairy processors involved in processing dairy products in Canada whose projects have benefits that accrue broadly
- Not-for-profit organizations involved in or representing the dairy processing sector in Canada
Eligible Activities & Expenditures
- Construction, expansion and/or modernization of dairy processing establishments in Canada
- Improving manufacturing technologies and processes or the introduction of new/improved products
- Engagement of external expertise/consultants related to the implementation, certification, or validation of plant improvements
- Capital expenditures
- Contracted services
- Salaries
- Other Direct Project Cost
- Materials
- Rental (facilities/equipment)
Program Deadline
Until March 31, 2023
