Dairy Farmers of Ontario

Record Levels of Hunger Inspire Record Levels of Generosity

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måndag, december 18, 2023

“Feed Ontario can turn every dollar donated into the equivalent of two meals, meaning that the ultimate impact will be over one million meals to help support the record number of people accessing Ontario food banks right now."

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  • “Feed Ontario can turn every dollar donated into the equivalent of two meals, meaning that the ultimate impact will be over one million meals to help support the record number of people accessing Ontario food banks right now."
  • We are proud to see our donation make an impact to a much-needed program like the Full Shelves Campaign, said Marie-Claude Bacon, Vice President, Public Affairs and Communications.
  • It's not too late for organizations to take action to make the holidays a little brighter for the one in 19 Ontarians forced to access emergency food support.
  • To connect with a Feed Ontario staff member to make a year-end donation, contact Stephanie Ashton-Smith at [email protected] or  (416) 656-4100 ext.

Here’s What RC Show 2023 is Cooking Up

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tisdag, januari 24, 2023

RC Show, Canada’s leading hospitality and foodservice expo is ready to cook up a storm at Toronto’s Enercare Centre from April 10-12.

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  • RC Show, Canada’s leading hospitality and foodservice expo is ready to cook up a storm at Toronto’s Enercare Centre from April 10-12.
  • Here’s what RC Show is cooking up this year:
    Calling all pizza chefs, pizzaiolos, or pizzaioli!
  • The Bocuse D'Or and the World Pastry Cup are the Oscars of the culinary world and they’re both coming to RC Show 2023.
  • “We’re thrilled to once again partner with the RC Show to find Team Canada’s next stars,” says Thomas Delannoy, President of Chefs Canada.

TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS PARTNER WITH DAIRY FARMERS OF ONTARIO

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tisdag, september 20, 2022

Just as milk nourishes healthy bodies, Ontarios dairy farming families proudly nourish healthy communities, and thats been the focus of our ongoing partnership with the Toronto Maple Leafs, said Cheryl Smith, CEO of Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO).

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  • Just as milk nourishes healthy bodies, Ontarios dairy farming families proudly nourish healthy communities, and thats been the focus of our ongoing partnership with the Toronto Maple Leafs, said Cheryl Smith, CEO of Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO).
  • DFOs Milk insignia will appearin theupper right chest areaof the Maple Leafs home, road and specialty sweaters.
  • Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) is the marketing board for the largest sector of Ontario agriculture.
  • Ontarios more than 3,400 dairy farmers, their families and employees are proud to produce high-quality milk for Canadians.

TORONTO RAPTORS AND DAIRY FARMERS OF ONTARIO BRING NEW HOOPS TO LIFE FOR WEST-END YOUTH WITH REVITALIZED COURT AT WOOLNER PARK

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torsdag, augusti 25, 2022

This one-of-a-kind space has been reimagined to celebrate the Syme-Woolner community and elevate the space with a focus on youth.

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  • This one-of-a-kind space has been reimagined to celebrate the Syme-Woolner community and elevate the space with a focus on youth.
  • The creativity and collaboration behind updating the Woolner Park court is truly inspiring and Dairy Farmers of Ontario is proud to support it, said Cheryl Smith, DFOs Chief Executive Officer.
  • On behalf of Ontarios 3,400+ dairy producers, their families and employees, we wish the Syme-Woolner Park Community many years of enjoyment.
  • The refurbishment of the Woolner Park court was a collaborative effort with not only Dairy Farmers of Ontario, but also the youth and community it serves, and we are extremely proud of that.

HOPE FOR NEW HOOPS IN TORONTO PARK TO BE MADE REAL BY TORONTO RAPTORS AND DAIRY FARMERS OF ONTARIO

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tisdag, augusti 23, 2022

Through consultations with youth in the community, it was discovered that there was a need to celebrate and elevate the space.

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  • Through consultations with youth in the community, it was discovered that there was a need to celebrate and elevate the space.
  • The new court comes to life through the Raptors long-term partnership with Dairy Farmers of Ontarios MilkUP brand, which aims to motivate Ontario youth using authentic experiences that inspire them to realize their untapped potential.
  • DFO and the Raptors continue to push boundaries with a focus on removing barriers to play faced by equity-seeking communities.
  • Featuring performances by Nathan Baya, a Toronto artist, spoken word poet and dancer, and C-Flava, an all-female Afro-Carribbean dance trio.

Dairy Farmers of Ontario and KEV Group Announce a Multi-Year Partnership for DFO’s School Milk Program

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torsdag, oktober 22, 2020

Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) and KEV Group are pleased to announce a multi-year partnership between DFO and KEV Groups SchoolCash Online.

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  • Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) and KEV Group are pleased to announce a multi-year partnership between DFO and KEV Groups SchoolCash Online.
  • Starting in the 2020-21 school year, KEV Groups SchoolCash Online will be the exclusive platform partner for DFOs School Milk Program.
  • Now, KEV Group can bring even more value and time savings to our schools with DFOs School Milk Program, providing nutritional milk as a healthy option for lunches and snacks.
  • This partnership with KEV Group is an exciting one for us since it will help us continue to evolve and further expand the School Milk Program, which has been delivering fresh, local milk to students across Ontario for 34 years, says Cheryl Smith, DFOs CEO.

Dairy Farmers of Ontario to increase donations, totaling over 1 million litres of milk

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tisdag, april 28, 2020

TORONTO, April 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Feed Ontario, formerly the Ontario Association of Food Banks, announced today that Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) will make an additional donation of $100,000 and up to 200,000 liters of incremental milk along with the over 1 million litres donated to food banks annually with their partners at the Ontario Dairy Council (ODC) and the Ontario Milk Transport Association (OMTA).

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  • TORONTO, April 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Feed Ontario, formerly the Ontario Association of Food Banks, announced today that Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) will make an additional donation of $100,000 and up to 200,000 liters of incremental milk along with the over 1 million litres donated to food banks annually with their partners at the Ontario Dairy Council (ODC) and the Ontario Milk Transport Association (OMTA).
  • Dairy Farmers of Ontario have been incredibly dedicated partners for 25 years now, consistently donating milk to food banks in communities throughout the province, says Carolyn Stewart, Executive Director of Feed Ontario.
  • As dairy farmers, we put great importance on feeding and supporting the communities where we live and work, so for the past 25 years it has always been a natural fit to support food banks through Feed Ontario, says Murray Sherk, Chair, Dairy Farmers of Ontario.
  • Learn more at: www.feedontario.ca
    DFO is the marketing group for the largest sector of Ontario agriculture and is proudly owned and operated by Ontarios dairy farming families.

Dairy Farmers of Ontario announces new CEO

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torsdag, augusti 15, 2019

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Aug. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dairy Farmers of Ontarios Board of Directors has announced Cheryl Smith has been hired as chief executive officer (CEO), effective August 19, 2019.

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  • MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Aug. 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dairy Farmers of Ontarios Board of Directors has announced Cheryl Smith has been hired as chief executive officer (CEO), effective August 19, 2019.
  • She recently retired from Parmalat as a member of the executive team and General Manager of the Cheese Division.
  • Dairy Farmers of Ontario is the marketing group for the largest sector of Ontario agriculture.
  • It is proudly owned and operated by Ontario dairy farm families.

Dairy Farmers Welcome the Federal Government's Announcement

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fredag, augusti 16, 2019

"There is no doubt that conceding part of our domestic dairy market has had a major impact on the livelihoods of dairy producers", said DFC President Pierre Lampron.

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  • "There is no doubt that conceding part of our domestic dairy market has had a major impact on the livelihoods of dairy producers", said DFC President Pierre Lampron.
  • The three agreementsCETA, CPTPP and the Canada-USA-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA)have opened the door to foreign dairy made from milk from dairy farmers in foreign countries.
  • Dairy Farmers of Canada is the national policy, lobbying and promotional organization representing Canadian dairy producers.
  • It also seeks to maintain policies that promote the sustainability of Canadian dairy production and promote dairy products and their health benefits.

Budget 2019 a Positive Sign for Canadian Dairy Farmers

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tisdag, mars 19, 2019

OTTAWA, March 19, 2019 /CNW/ - Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) welcomes today's Budget 2019 announcement, which contains a funding envelope of $3.9 billion to compensate Canada's dairy, poultry, and egg sectors for the impact of concessions granted in the recent Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).

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  • OTTAWA, March 19, 2019 /CNW/ - Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) welcomes today's Budget 2019 announcement, which contains a funding envelope of $3.9 billion to compensate Canada's dairy, poultry, and egg sectors for the impact of concessions granted in the recent Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
  • Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC)is the national policy, lobbying and promotional organization representing Canada's farmers.
  • DFC strives to create stable conditions for the Canadian dairy sector, today and in the future.
  • It works to maintain policies that foster the viability of Canadian dairy farming and promote dairy products and their health benefits.