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DFO Board Election Results 2024

At Dairy Farmers of Ontario’s (DFO) regular board meeting held on Sept. 25, 2024, in accordance with Ontario Regulation 760, as amended, made under the Milk Act, the Board approved the elections by acclamation as follows:

Bart Rijke, Board member for Region 1;
Don Gordon, Board member for Region 5;
Vicky Morrison, Board member for Region 9.

Each will serve for a four-year term commencing Jan. 16, 2025, immediately following the adjournment of DFO’s annual general meeting.

Please note, the board election results will also be shared with local ag media. If you receive any media inquiries, please direct the outlet to contact DFO through

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