The Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) is committed to promoting growth and innovation in the manufacture and use of dairy products and components. Our Dairy Marketing Program provides support to both dairy product manufacturers and food processors. It facilitates access to the technical support and expertise required to develop new and innovative dairy and finished food products to bring them to market. Our valued partnerships with food science centres, universities, and industry associations help to reinforce our commitment to the 3 I’s:
INFORMATION Knowledge is power. MILKingredients.ca is a comprehensive on-line information centre dedicated to dairy product manufacturers, distributors, and food processors. Currently in its fifth year of service to the industry, this award winning Web site is devoted to strengthening business relationships by offering valuable technical information and resource material to dairy and food product manufacturers. A valued resource centre for dairy and food product innovators!
INTERACTION At the Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC), we believe in building community through direct and personal contact. Our Marketing Agents regularly visit with companies across Canada to provide expert advice and guidance on programs and services that encourage innovation and help companies to compete in the marketplace.
We remain committed to our successful industry seminars series thanks to the ongoing support of several renowned Canadian food processing and development centres.
INNOVATION Two funds have been created to foster growth and innovation in the manufacture and use of dairy products and components. The Direct Access Fund provides up to 7.5 hours (or the equivalent of $1,500) of free consultation with recognized food science and technology institutions. Additional limited funding is available where a follow-up consultation is required.
The Innovation Support Fund provides financial support and expertise in the areas of product innovation and analysis, pilot scale trials, packaging techniques, technology transfer and product reformulation. Projects which satisfy the eligibility criteria established for this Fund can expect to receive up to 75 percent of the cost of the project, to a maximum of $25,000.
Dairy Marketing Program Information Module
The following is a link to a 90 second video presentation on the Dairy Marketing Program.
