Dairy Direct Payment Program: Step 3. How to register

Step 3. How to register

Intake period: Open

The intake period for the Dairy Direct Payment Program is now open.

Eligible producers will receive a letter in the mail confirming their eligibility and detailed instructions on how to register. If you are uncertain whether you received a letter, please contact the program.

To receive a payment, eligible producers must register with the program. Completed registrations must be signed and returned no later than March 31, 2023.

When eligible producers register with the Dairy Direct Payment Program, they have the option to receive their payment by direct deposit or by cheque.

Registrations can be completed online or using the PDF form.

Register online

Read the letter and pamphlet you received in the mail then log in to the Program Portal to register.

Learn more about the portal and your security and privacy.

Register using the PDF form

PDF forms

If you have problems opening a PDF form in your Internet browser, you need to:

  • Use your computer. The forms may not open on mobile devices (iPads, tablets, mobile phones)
  • Make sure you have Adobe Reader 11 (or higher) already installed on your computer. If not, download Adobe Reader 11 or higher for free. Adobe has help for solving common issues
  • You must save the file on your computer in a place you can remember
  • Open the file on your computer using Adobe Reader 11 or higher
  • If you can't open the form with Adobe Reader 11 or higher, contact the program
How to download and open a PDF form
  • Microsoft Windows Operating System computers using "Internet Explorer" or "Microsoft Edge" as your browser
    1. Right-click on the link you want to save
    2. Select "Save target as" or "Save link as"
    3. Choose the location on your computer where you would like to save the file
    4. Select "Save"
    5. Open Adobe Reader 11 or higher
    6. Select "File"
    7. Select "Open"
    8. Go to the location where you saved the file
    9. Select the PDF file
    10. Select "Open"
  • Microsoft Windows Operating System or Apple computers using "Chrome" or Firefox" as your browser
    1. Right-click on the link you want to save
    2. When the option menu appears, choose "Download link file" or "Download link file as"
    3. Choose the location on your computer where you would like to save the file. Your computer will start the download once you have selected a location.
    4. Open Adobe Reader 11 or higher
    5. Go to the location where you saved the file
    6. Select the PDF file
    7. Select "Open"
  1. Download the registration form (PDF) or contact the program at 1-877-246-4682 (TTY 613-773-2600) to receive the form by mail
  2. Print and send the completed form by mail or fax.
    • Mail
      Dairy Direct Payment Program
      Canadian Dairy Commission
      Building 55
      Central Experimental Farm
      960 Carling Avenue
      Ottawa ON K1A 0Z2
    • Fax: 613-366-3076
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