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2007-08
Departmental Performance Report



Environment Canada






Supplementary Information (Tables)






Table of Contents




Sources of Respendable and Non-Respendable Revenue

Respendable Revenue



Actual
2005-2006 (1)
Actual
2006-2007 (1)
2007-2008
($ millions) Main Estimates Planned Revenue Total Authorities Actual
Biodiversity is conserved and protected
Information Products 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Realty (Accommodation) 0.1 0.2 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.2
Regulatory Services 0.2 0.0 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3
Scientific and Professional Services 0.6 0.5 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.2
Subtotal 1.0 0.7 1.2 1.2 1.2 0.7
Water is clean, safe and secure
Information Products 0.2 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.2
Realty (Accommodation) 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.2
Scientific and Professional Services 2.1 2.5 4.3 4.3 4.3 3.2
Subtotal 2.4 2.7 4.4 4.4 4.4 3.7
Canadians adopt approaches that ensure the sustainable use and management of natural capital and working landscapes
Information Products 0.1 0.0 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.0
Realty (Accommodation) 0.2 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.3
Regulatory Services 0.2 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Scientific and Professional Services 1.3 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Subtotal 1.9 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.3
Improved knowledge and information on weather and environmental conditions influences decision-making
Information Products 20.7 6.7 1.5 1.5 1.6 6.5
Realty (Accommodation) 0.3 0.4 0.7 0.7 0.7 1.6
Scientific and Professional Services 6.9 8.7 12.4 12.4 12.4 8.0
Subtotal 27.9 15.8 14.6 14.6 14.6 16.0
Canadians are informed of, and respond appropriately to, current and predicted environmental conditions
Information Products 22.8 37.0 39.0 39.0 39.0 37.2
Realty (Accommodation) 0.4 0.4 0.7 0.7 0.7 2.1
Scientific and Professional Services 7.8 3.2 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.1
Subtotal 31.0 40.5 43.4 43.4 43.4 42.4
Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment, posed by toxic and other harmful substances, are reduced
Realty (Accommodation) 0.1 0.0 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.2
Regulatory Services 1.8 0.2 2.1 2.1 2.1 1.7
Scientific and Professional Services 4.1 4.5 2.2 2.2 2.2 1.1
Subtotal 6.1 4.8 4.4 4.4 4.4 3.0
Canadians adopt sustainable consumption and production approaches
Regulatory Services 0.2 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Scientific and Professional Services 0.4 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Subtotal 0.6 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions are reduced
Scientific and Professional Services 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.3
Subtotal 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.3
Total Respendable Revenue 71.0 64.8 68.2 68.2 68.2 66.4

Totals may differ between and within tables due to rounding of figures.

Non-Respendable Revenue



Actual
2005-2006 (1)
Actual
2006-2007 (1)
2007-2008
($ millions) Main Estimates Planned Revenue Total Authorities Actual
Biodiversity is conserved and protected
Licenses and Permits 3.2 3.1 4.2 4.2 4.2 3.1
Proceeds from the Disposal of Surplus Crown Assets 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Regulatory Services 0.2 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.1
Miscellaneous 0.3 1.6 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1
Subtotal 3.8 4.8 4.4 4.4 4.4 3.4
Water is clean, safe and secure
Proceeds from the disposal of surplus Crown assets 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1
Miscellaneous 0.0 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1
Third Party Agreements 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.2
Subtotal 0.2 0.4 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.4
Canadians adopt approaches that ensure the sustainable use and management of natural capital and working landscapes
Miscellaneous 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1
Subtotal 0.2 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1
Improved knowledge and information on weather and environmental conditions influences decision-making
Information Products 0.8 0.1 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.5
Proceeds from the Disposal of Surplus Crown Assets 0.1 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.2
Miscellaneous 1.6 0.6 0.4 0.4 0.4 1.2
Royalties 0.2 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4
Scientific and Professional Services 0.0 0.0 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.0
Subtotal 2.6 1.2 2.4 2.4 2.4 2.3
Canadians are informed of, and respond appropriately to, current and predicted environmental conditions
Information Products 0.9 0.6 1.3 1.3 1.3 0.7
Proceeds from the Disposal of Surplus Crown Assets 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Miscellaneous 1.8 3.9 2.9 2.9 2.9 3.8
Royalties 0.2 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Subtotal 3.0 4.5 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.5
Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment, posed by toxic and other harmful substances, are reduced
Proceeds from the Disposal of Surplus Crown Assets 0.2 0.5 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Miscellaneous 0.3 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1
Royalties 0.1 0.2 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.2
Subtotal 0.6 0.7 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.3
Canadians adopt sustainable consumption and production approaches
Miscellaneous 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1
Royalties 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Subtotal 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1
Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions are reduced
Proceeds from the Disposal of Surplus Crown Assets 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.5
Miscellaneous 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1
Royalties 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Subtotal 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.6







Total Non-Respendable Revenue 10.7 11.7 11.1 11.1 11.1 11.7







Total Respendable and Non-Respendable Revenue 81.7 76.6 79.3 79.3 79.3 78.1

Totals may differ between and within tables due to rounding of figures.

This table lists various sources of respendable and non-respendable revenue. To clarify the types of revenues that fall under these sources, short definitions are given below:

Scientific and Professional Services: research and analysis, telecommunications, hydrometrics, consulting services, training and wildlife studies and surveys.

Information Products: data extracts and access, publications and hydrometric and weather products.

Miscellaneous: Employee Benefit Plan (EBP) recoveries and student parking fees.

Regulatory Services: ocean disposal permit applications and monitoring fees, new chemical notification, and other permits and fees.

Realty (Accommodation): living accommodations, rentals, entry fees, concessions and National Water Research Institute building recoveries.

Royalties: revenues collected from the licensing of intellectual property.

Co-Marketing Initiatives: marketing and advertising sales.

Licences and Permits: Migratory bird hunting permit & stamps and taxidermy and aviculture permits.

Fines: fines levied under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 and other miscellaneous fines.

Third Party agreements: agreements for water management services under the authority for Lake of the Woods Control Board (salaries) and the Ottawa River Regulation Secretariat (salaries).

Proceeds from the Disposal of Surplus Crown Assets: gains on the sale of non-capital assets and proceeds from the sale of capital assets, excluding real property.

(1) Due to the change in reporting structure, the amounts by program activity were calculated based on our departmental crosswalk. Refer to Environment Canada's previous departmental performance reports for detailed financial information.

Respendable Revenues

The most significant decline in anticipated revenue is due to a change in the accounting treatment for the funds the Department receives from Natural Resources Canada for the Program of Energy Research and Development (PERD). Beginning in 2006-2007, transactions related to this program are now accounted for in an OGD suspense account rather than vote-netted revenues (VNR). We have also seen a decline in revenues under the contract between Environment Canada and NAV CANADA as well as with our interdepartmental agreements with the Canadian Coast Guard and National Defence (DND). Some projects from DND Search and Rescue funds entered the Department through the Supplementary Estimates rather than VNR. The other minor variances are mainly due to lower overall commercial revenues.



User Fees


A. Fee Category Fee Type Fee Setting Authority Date Last Modified 2007-2008 Planning Years
Forecast Revenue ($000) Actual Revenue ($000) Full Cost ($000) Performance
Standards
Performance Result Fiscal Year Forecast Revenue ($000) Estimated Full Cost ($000)
Regulatory Service
Ocean Disposal Permit Application Fees R Canadian Eenvironmental Protection Act 1999(CEPA 1999)[1], ss.135(1); Disposal at Sea Regulations 2001 200.0 215.0 1,021.0 Under the application
fee, each application is reviewed according to Schedule 6 of CEPA
1999 and the Disposal
at Sea Regulations
.
This involves public notice, an application
that provides detailed data, scientific
review and payment
of fees. Each permit is published in the Canada Gazette from about
120 days of applying
if the application is complete and
there are no issues from
other stakeholders.
Under
the permit fee, Environment Canada is committed to
annual client meetings to review monitoring plans, conduct representative disposal site monitoring
according to national guidelines, produce an
annual report on activity, produce a financial
summary of revenues, expenses and value for
clients, and report
results of monitoring to
the Office for the London Convention.
Met service standards.

Applications
were reviewed within the
120 day timeframe.
Advice was provided to applicants to
assist timely
permit reviews.

Monitoring plans were reviewed with key clients. Disposal site monitoring
was conducted and
reported.

For further
details see www.ec.gc.ca/
seadisposal/.
2008-2009 (1) 200.0 1,021.0
2009-2010 (1) 200.0 1,021.0
2010-2011 (1) 200.0 1,021.0
B. Date Last Modified:
C. Other Information:
Ocean Disposal
Site Monitoring Fees
R FAA[2], par. 19.1(a); Ocean Dumping
Permit Fee Regulations
(Site Monitoring)
2001 1,300.0 1,065.0 1,300.0 The permittee has
access to a permitted
site and the ability to
dispose of 1000 m3 of dredged or excavated
material for each $470
paid. The collected
revenue is used by the Disposal at Sea Program
to operate a representative national disposal site monitoring program
that allows the client
group as a whole to
continue to have access
to suitable disposal sites and demonstrates that
the resource is used
sustainably for the
Canadian public.
Met the service standards. Permittees disposed of dredged and excavated

by their permits. Representative monitoring was carried out
in accordance
with monitoring guidelines.
2008-2009 1,400.0 1,300.0
2009-2010 (2) 1,500.0 1,600.0
2010-2011 (2) 1,500.0 1,600.0
B. Date Last Modified:
C. Other Information:
New Substance Notification R CEPA,
19991, s. 328, New
Substances
Fees
< .>
2002 400.0 500.0 2,200.0 All notifications are
reviewed and
decisions taken
within the prescribed timeframes.
Requests are
acknowledged by
letter, email or fax
within 10 business
days of receipt.
All new substances notifications are processed and decisions taken
within the legislative time period. Requests made by letter, email or fax are responded to
95% of the time within
10 days.
2008-2009
400.0 2,200
2009-2010 400.0 2,200
2010-2011 400.0 2,200
B. Date Last Modified:
C. Other Information:
Migratory Bird
Program - Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permit (3)
R
MBCA
1994[3], s. 12; Migratory Bird
<>C.R.C., c. 1035
1998 - SOR/98-314 2,006.0 1,451.0 960.0 Hunting permits
are sold for $8.50
at Canada Post
Corporation (CPC)
offices and selected
provincial and private
vendors from August
1 to March 10 of the
following year. The performance standard
is to ensure adequate
numbers of permits are available for distribution
within that timeframe.
Permits validated by the Habitat Conservation
Stamp are mandatory
for migratory game bird
hunting. The hunter
and/or his/her representative
must physically go to
a vendor that sells the
permit. The permit
is bought on the spot; therefore, the service
standard is that the
hunter can get a hunting
permit upon request.
People purchasing the
permit should receive
one within minutes of completing the
transaction.

The permit fee was
increased by
$5.00 in 1998.

99.9% of
permits were available to meet hunter demand within the specified time period. All
permits that were purchased were delivered within minutes of purchase.

There is an average of 4-5 complaints each year that permits were not
available from CPC because
the CPC outlet
did not re-order more stock.
Issues like this
are rectified by CPC within 2 days.

2008-2009 2,006.0 960.0
2009-2010
2,006.0 960.0
2010-2011 2,006.0 960.0
B. Date Last Modified:
C. Other Information:
Migratory Bird
Program - Habitat Conservation
Stamp
R MBCA
19943, s. 12; Migratory Bird
<>
1991 2,200.0 1,592.0 1,592.0 Conservation Stamps
are sold for $8.50
each and must be
affixed to the
Migratory Game
Bird Hunting Permit to
validate it. The
performance standard
is to ensure adequate
numbers of stamps
are available for
distribution at Canada
Post Corporation
(CPC) offices and
selected provincial
and private vendors
from August 1 to
March 10 of the
following year.
Stamps are also
sold as collectables
through CPC
offices and vendors
selected by Wildlife
Habitat Canada
(WHC). One canno
t purchase a permit
without the stamp
pre-affixed to it
therefore, the hunter
and/or his/her
representative
must physically go
to a vendor that
sells the permit.
The permit is bought
on the spot thus the
service standard
is that the hunter
receives a wildlife
stamp affixed to the
permit. People
purchasing the
permit should receive
the stamp within minutes
of doing the transaction.

For Collectors: Stamps
bought from CPC can
be purchased by mail order, telephone, fax
and at selected CPC offices
and require a two-week processing period.
Stamps bought from
WHC selected vendors
can be ordered in
person, by telephone
and mail order.
Processing time is two
weeks if not bought in
person.

Stamp fees increased
by $1.00 in 1991.

Enough stamps to meet hunter and collector demands were available for purchase within the specified time period. Stamps bought from CPC by mail order, telephone, fax and at selected CPC offices have been processed within the two-week processing period. Stamps, bought from WHC selected vendors either in person, by telephone and mail order, are processed within the two-week processing period.

No complaints have been received that stamps were unavailable.

2008-2009 (4) 2,200.0 2,200.0
2009-2010 2,200.0 2,200.0
2010-2011 2,200.0 2,200.0
B. Date Last Modified:
C. Other Information: With funds generated from Stamp revenue, Wildlife Habitat Canada funds several habitat conservation programs and projects that contribute to EC's key result "Biological diversity is conserved".
Migratory Bird
Program - Avicultural permits, Taxidermist permits and Eiderdown permits
R
MBCA
19943, s. 12; Migratory Bird Regulations
Prior to 1978 8.7 15.8 34.0 These permits are
issued by Environment Canada's regiona
l offices for a fee
of $10.00 each after
reviewing applications
from the public.
To be successful,
there are requirements
that must be met,
described in the
CWS permit policy
- for example with
respect to aviculture, a person must demonstrate that they
will do wing-clipping
or keep the birds in an enclosure to
prevent mixing with wild populations. Each
region can attach
specific conditions to
each permit. Permits generally expire December 31 of the year
issued. The performance standard is to review all applications received
and issue permits or
notify applicants of
the reasons a permit
is denied within 30
days of receiving the application.
All applications are processed within the 30 day time frame unless site inspections are required. In those cases (10% of all the applications), an additional 30 days were required to process the application.

2008-2009
8.2 34.0
2009-2010 8.2 34.0
2010-2011 8.2 34.0
B. Date Last Modified:
C. Other Information: CWS is examining how best to deliver its permits for Migratory Birds including hunting, taxidermy and eiderdown. This work will take 3 to 5 years and will include further development of Service Standards and also include consultations with other government departments, regional compliance promotion groups and industry.
Cap Tourmente National Wildlife
Area - Permit
<>
R CWA[4], s. 12; Wildlife Area Regulations 2001 190.0 97.8 97.5 To add to the
enjoyment of hunters
during the hunting
season at Cap
Tourmente, facilities
are well maintained:
well-groomed trails
and rest areas;
adequate parking;
sufficient washroom
facilities; etc. These
facilities are necessary
to meet the needs
of hunters, ensure that
they have an
enjoyable time and
encourage them to
return in future years.
According to a survey conducted with hunters in 2005, there is a great deal of satisfaction with the quality and condition of the facilities. 2008-2009 170.0 225.0
2009-2010 170.0 225.0
2010-2011 170.0 225.0
B. Date Last Modified:
C. Other Information:
Other Products and Services
Fees
charged for the processing
of access requests
filed under the Access to Information Act (ATIA)
O Access to Information
Act
, ss. 11(1) and par. 77(1)d); Access to Information Regulations
1992 12.7 12.7 657.6 A response provided
within 30 days following
receipt of request; the
response time may be
extended pursuant to
section 9 of the ATIA.
A notice of extension
must be sent within
30 days after receipt
of the request.

The Access to
Information Act

provides further
details:
http://laws.justice.
gc.ca/en/A-1/
218072.html
Statutory deadlines were met 83% of the time. 2008-2009 13.1 970.0
2009-2010 13.6 1,000.0
2010-2011 14.1 1,030.0
B. Date Last Modified: N/A
C. Other Information: It is the Department's practice to waive fees where the total owing per request amounts to less than $25.
Cap Tourmente National Wildlife
Area - Entry Sales
O CWA4, s. 12; Canada Wildlife Area Regulations 2003 231.0 168.7 236.7 To add to the enjoyment of visitors during the operating season at Cap Tourmente, facilities are well maintained: well-groomed trails
and rest areas; adequate parking; sufficient washroom facilities; etc. These facilities
are necessary to meet the
needs of hunters, ensure that they have an enjoyable time
and encourage them to
return in future years. In addition, visitors have
access to bilingual reception
and interpretative services to
assist in learning about the
nature site and to respond to their questions.
According to feedback received from a number of visitors, there is general satisfaction with the reception and interpretative services and the quality and condition of the facilities. 2008-2009 226.0 260.0
2009-2010 226.0 260.0
2010-2011 226.0 260.0
B. Date Last Modified:
C. Other Information:
Sub-Total R  
 
 
6,304.7 4,936.6 6,183.5  
 
2008-2009 6,384.2 6,919.0
2009-2010 6,484.2 7,219.0
2010-2011 6,484.2 7,219.0
Sub-Total O


243.7 181.4 894.3

2008-2009 239.1 1,230.0
2009-2010 239.6 1,260.0
2010-2011 240.1 1,290.0
Total


6,548.4 5,118.0 7,077.8

2008-2009 6,623.3 8,149.0
2009-2010 6,723.8 8,479.0
2010-2011 6,724.3 8,509.0

Notes:

(1) The estimated full cost is based on budget information. A detailed analysis to determine the current cost of reviewing a permit is pending based on priority funding availability.

(2) Cost lags behind revenues due to the nature of the monitoring program. Increased activity in the north is anticipated in the near future, hence the increase in full cost with time.

(3) Fees for rights and privileges may exceed the cost of administering the program ensuring a fair market return for Canadian citizens.

(4) The cost of this program is attributed to a Grants and Contribution which is based directly on revenues received.

Legend:

R = Regulatory
O = Other Products and Services

[1] CEPA 1999 = Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999
[2]FAA = Financial Administration Act
[3]MBCA 1994 = Migratory Birds Convention Act, 19994
[4]CWA = Canada Wildlife Act

External Fees


A. External Fee

Service Standard Performance Result Stakeholder Consultation
Regulatory Services
Ocean Disposal Permit Application Fees Under the application fee, each application is reviewed according to Schedule 6 of CEPA (Canadian Environmental Protection Act) and the Disposal at Sea Regulations. This involves public notice, an application that provides detailed data, scientific review and payment of fees. Each permit is published in the Canada Gazette from about 120 days of applying if the application is complete and there are no issues from other stakeholders. Under the permit fee, EC is committed to annual client meetings to review monitoring plans, conduct representative disposal site monitoring according to National guidelines, produce an annual report on activity, produce a financial summary of revenues, expenses and value for clients, and report results of monitoring to the London Convention office. Met service standards.

Applications were reviewed within the 120-day timeframe. Advice was provided to applicants to assist timely permit reviews.

Monitoring plans were reviewed with key clients. Disposal site monitoring was conducted and reported.

For further details see www.ec.gc.ca/seadisposal/
Application fees set in 1993, were rolled over in 2001. A Regulatory Impact Assessment Statement and multistakeholder consultations were conducted before each regulation was enacted. Multistakeholder consultations were carried out in 1996-98 for setting the permit fee. There was general acceptance for the fee, but concern for how it would be set. Permittees indicated that a proportional volume-based fee was preferred. As well, EC (Environment Canada) committed to regular meetings with permit holders, to reporting, and to reviewing the fee three years after implementation. The review was done in 2003 and its report concluded no change to the fee was needed. All consultations from 1993-2003 involved discussion papers, public meetings and final reports. For further details see www.ec.gc.ca/seadisposal/regs/min_reg_g2_e.html
B. Other Information:
Ocean Disposal Site Monitoring Fees The permittee has access to a permitted site and ability to dispose of 1000 cu m of dredged or excavated material for each $470 paid. The collected revenue is used by the Disposal at Sea program to operate a representative national disposal site monitoring program which allows the client group as a whole to continue to have access to suitable disposal sites and demonstrates that the resource is used sustainably for the Canadian public. Met the service standards. Permittees disposed of dredged and excavated material as authorized by their permits. Representative monitoring was carried out in accordance with monitoring guidelines. Multistakeholder consultations were carried out in 1996-98 for setting the permit fee. There was general acceptance for the fee, but concern for how it would be set. Permittees indicated that a proportional volume-based fee was preferred. As well, EC committed to regular meetings with permit holders, to reporting, and to reviewing the fee three years after implementation. The review was done in 2003 and its report concluded that no change to the fee was needed. Further consultations were undertaken from 1993-2003 involving discussion papers, public meetings and final reports. For further details see www.ec.gc.ca/seadisposal/regs/min_reg_g2_e.html.
B. Other Information:
New Substance Notification All notifications are reviewed and decisions taken within the prescribed timeframes. Requests are acknowledged by letter, e-mail or fax within 10 business days of receipt. All new substances notifications are processed and decisions taken within the legislative time period. Requests made by letter, e-mail or fax are responded to 95% of the time within 10 days. Amendments to the New Substances Notifications Regulations were published in Canada Gazette Part II in September 2005. Under the Service Delivery Improvement Initiative of the New Substances Division, a Service Charter was developed. Other government departments, regional compliance promotion groups and industry had an opportunity for input into the service charter and standards.
B. Other Information:
Migratory Bird Program-
Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permit
Hunting permits are sold for $8.50 at Canada Post Corporation (CPC) offices and selected provincial and private vendors from August 1st until March 10th the following year. The performance standard is to ensure adequate numbers of permits are available for distribution within that timeframe. Permits validated by the Habitat Conservation Stamp are mandatory for migratory game bird hunting. The hunter and/or his/her representative must physically go to a vendor that sells the permit. The permit is bought on the spot; therefore, the service standard is that the hunter can get a hunting permit upon request. People purchasing the permit should receive one within minutes of completing the transaction. 99.9% of permits were available to meet hunter demand within the specified time period. All permits that were purchased were delivered within minutes of purchase.

There is an average of 4-5 complaints each year that permits were not available from CPC because the CPC outlet did not re-order more stock. Issues like this are rectified by CPC within 2 days.

Every year, Canadian Wildlife Service (CWS) consults with stakeholders when amending the hunting regulations. Amendments to the Migratory Bird Hunting Regulations are published in Canada Gazette Part II. This allows for the general public and all concerned Canadians to provide their comments and voice their opinion. This provides an opportunity to voice concerns about service standards as well. In addition, CWS is examining how best to deliver its permits for Migratory Birds including hunting, taxidermy and eiderdown. This work will take 3 to 5 years and will include further development of Service Standards and also include consultations with other government departments, regional compliance promotion groups and industry.
B. Other Information:
Migratory Bird Program-
Habitat Conservation Stamp
Conservation Stamps are sold for $8.50 each and must be affixed to the Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permit to validate it. The performance standard is to ensure adequate numbers of stamps are available for distribution at Canada Post Corporation (CPC) offices and selected provincial and private vendors from August 1st until March 10th the following year. Stamps are also sold as collectables through CPC offices and vendors selected by Wildlife Habitat Canada (WHC). One cannot purchase a permit without the stamp pre-affixed to it, therefore, the hunter and/or his/her representative must physically go to a vendor that sells the permit. The permit is bought on the spot, thus the service standard is that the hunter receives a wildlife stamp affixed to the permit. People purchasing the permit should receive the stamp within minutes of doing the transaction.

For Collectors: Stamps bought from CPC can be purchased by mail order, telephone, FAX and at selected CPC offices and require a two-week processing period. Stamps bought from WHC selected vendors can be ordered in person, by telephone and mail order. Processing time is two weeks if not bought in person.
Enough stamps to meet hunter and collector demands were available for purchase within the specified time period. Stamps bought from CPC by mail order, telephone, FAX and at selected CPC offices have been processed within the two-week processing period. Stamps bought from WHC selected vendors, either in person, by telephone or by mail order, have been processed within the two-week processing period.

No complaints have been received that stamps were unavailable.

CWS conducted a program evaluation in 2005-06 of WHC (Wildlife Habitat of Canada) and the stamp program. Stakeholders within the Federal/Provincial governments as well as those in the NGO (Non-Government Organizations) community were interviewed. The published results can be found on Environment Canada's, Audit and Evaluation website ( www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve ). The price of single stamps is fixed by Regulations. Booklets of Stamps, etc. are sold at a retail price mutually agreed to by both EC and WHC and in accordance with established practices of the philatelic industry; TB reapproved the contribution agreement in 2002 (see http://www.cws-scf.ec.gc.ca/birds/status/index_e.cfm ).
B. Other Information: With funds generated from Stamp revenue, Wildlife Habitat Canada funds several habitat conservation programs and projects that contribute to EC's key result "Biological diversity is conserved".
Migratory Bird Program-
Avicultural permits, Taxidermist permits and Eiderdown permits
These permits are issued by EC regional offices for a fee of $10.00 each after reviewing applications from the public. To be successful, there are requirements that must be met, described in the CWS Permit Policy - for example with respect to aviculture, a person must demonstrate that they will wing-clipping or keep the birds in an enclosure to prevent mixing with wild populations. Each region can attach specific conditions to each permit. Permits generally expire December 31st of the year issued. The performance standard is to review all applications received and issue permits or notify applicants of the reasons a permit is denied within 30 days of receiving the application. All applications are processed within the 30 days timeframe unless site inspections are required. In those cases (10% of all the applications), an additional 30 days were required to process the application.


CWS is examining how best to deliver its permits for Migratory Birds including hunting, taxidermy and eiderdown. This work will take 3 to 5 years and will include further development of Service Standards and also include consultations with other government departments, regional compliance promotion groups and industry.
B. Other Information:
Cap Tourmente National Wildlife Area-
Permit Sales
To add to the enjoyment of hunters during the hunting season at Cape Tourmente, facilities are well maintained: well groomed trails and rest areas; adequate parking; sufficient washroom facilities, etc. These facilities are necessary to meet the needs of hunters, ensure that they have an enjoyable time and encourage them to return in future years. According to a Survey conducted with hunters in 2005, there is a great deal of satisfaction with the quality and condition of the facilities. Hunters have the opportunity to fill out a survey questionnaire. Suggestions are considered and implemented as quickly as possible during the usual maintenance and upkeep of facilities.
B. Other Information:
Other Products and Services
Fees charged for the processing of access requests filed under the Access to Information Act (ATIA) A response provided within 30 days following receipt of request; the response time may be extended pursuant to section 9 of the ATIA. A notice of extension must be sent within 30 days after receipt of the request.

The Access to Information Act provides further details: http://laws.justice.gc.ca/en/A-1/218072.html.
Statutory deadlines were met 83% of the time. The service standard is established by the Access to Information Act and the Access to Information Regulations. Consultations with stakeholders were undertaken by the Department of Justice and the Treasury Board Secretariat for amendments done in 1986 and 1992.
B. Other Information: It is the Department's practice to waive fees where the total owing per request amounts to less than $25.
Cap Tourmente National Wildlife Area-
Entry Sales
To add to the enjoyment of visitors during the operating season at Cape Tourmente, facilities are well maintained: well groomed trails and rest areas; adequate parking; sufficient washroom facilities, etc. These facilities are necessary to meet the needs of hunters, ensure that they have an enjoyable time and encourage them to return in future years. In addition, visitors have access to bilingual reception and interpretative services to assist in learning about the nature site and to respond to their questions. According to feedback received from a number of visitors, there is general satisfaction with the reception and interpretative services and the quality and condition of facilities. A suggestion box is available on site to allow visitors to provide comments and suggestions. In planning organized Student Visits, meetings are held beforehand with teachers to ascertain information needs and interests and to plan the visits.
B. Other Information:
Entry fees - Montreal Biosphere Throughout the year (362 days per year), from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., visitors have access to reception services, interpretative services in exposition halls, animated presentations and education workshops, together with well maintained facilities, rest areas, observation points, parking, etc. According to written comments from visitors received daily and evaluation sheets provided by organized group leaders, there is a 90% satisfaction level with the facilities and services provided. Leaders of organized group visits are encouraged to complete evaluations. For individual visits, sample surveys are conducted every 3 years.
B. Other Information:
Haying & Grazing (CWS Agricultural Activity) A standing request list - "Notice of Interest" - is searched to identify applicants interested in the activity e.g., haying, grazing, crop. If no interest is shown then a call for applications is made through ads in local papers or other suitable means. Interested persons are asked to fill out a Canadian Wildlife Service (CWS) agricultural activity application form. Application forms are reviewed to determine the most suitable candidate and a reference check of the candidate(s) is conducted.

The current CWS agricultural permit application form was developed in 1984 and based on the Saskatchewan Environment & Resource Management and Saskatchewan Agriculture and Food permit process. It was revised in 1988 in response to drought conditions.

Permits are issued for a period of less than one year and expire on December 31st of the year issued. The fee structure for haying and grazing is based upon the current rates used by Saskatchewan Environment and Saskatchewan Agriculture and Food to ensure "equal service for equal fee" between departments is achieved.
Federal lands are monitored to ensure permit conditions are being met and habitat management goals (e.g., maintain native plant community and habitat for wildlife and reduce weed and exotic species invasion) are achieved through the activity. If so, the permit will be granted in subsequent years (subject to annual review).


The most suitable applicant is contacted to confirm their interest in obtaining a permit. Discussions are held to ensure the applicant understands and agrees to all conditions that will be on the permit. It is also ensured that the applicant understands the permit is only for one season, and that if any conditions of the permit are not followed, the permit may be immediately revoked by the Minister.

Prospective grazing patrons must also submit a grazing plan which is reviewed and refined if required. Changes are reviewed with the patron to make sure they understand and agree with final grazing plan and permit conditions.
B. Other Information:
Publications and publication services Most publications are provided free of charge. Some publications are sold to cover the printing costs of the Publications section and to underwrite the cost of production (translation, editing, design and layout).

Publications are promoted through various vehicles and tools including catalogue (online), conferences, trade fairs, promotional flyers, and the Canada Gazette. Clients include departments, corporations, institutions, as well as the public.

Orders are received online via an ordering site or by phone, e-mail and facsimile. Each order is treated chronologically and an order tracking system is in place. Orders are categorized by priority with those involving legal statutes, ministerial enquiries and rush orders being treated as high priorities. Turn-around time for individual orders (actual invoicing, packaging and shipping) is within 3-5 working days.

The packaging and shipping is done at a separate location (Distribution Centre - 151, Jean-Proulx, Gatineau QC, K1A 0H3). Items are, for the most part, shipped by Canada Post unless the client chooses alternative means in which the cost associated
is fully recovered by the Department. In addition to direct mail, publications are also distributed through government libraries, electronic distribution, and conferences.
The online ordering setup has a built-in tracking system. For audit purposes, all supporting documentation (purchase orders, requests, etc.) are attached to the invoice. Most items are prepaid with the exception of other government departments and Canadian companies set up for purchase orders. For international orders, we ask for prepayment before shipping the items in an effort to prevent minimal recoveries at year-end.

The only delays that we have experienced in the past are on the reprinting end. The online order tracking system allows us to view the orders, post invoicing, work order and shipping information and finally to chronologically list all correspondence with the client. Items are categorized as PENDING, PROCESSING and COMPLETED and are viewed on a daily basis to make sure that all orders are completed in a timely fashion.
Clients have our 1-800 number to voice concerns / complaints.
B. Other Information:

NOTE:

After further detailed analysis, it was determined that the following fees are not within the scope of the External Fee policy due to their contractual nature and therefore have been removed from the table: Hydrometric Data, Weather Data, Weather Forecasts/Products, Sable Island Logistical Support Fees, Laboratory and other Scientific Services, Quality Assurance Program and Water Management Services.

 

National Pollutants Release Inventory Workshops & Seminars is no longer considered an external fee as Environment Canada no longer charges for this service and therefore has also been removed from the table.



Details on Project Spending

This table identifies the Department's projects that are exceeding the delegated project approval level and the amount of resources expended.






2007-2008
($ millions) Current
Estimated
Total Cost
Actual
2005-2006
Actual
2006-2007
Main
Estimates
Planned
Spending
Total
Authorities
Actual

Improved knowledge and information on weather and environmental conditions influence decision-making
Weather station construction Eureka, Nunavut - Generator Replacement Phase (EPA) (Project Implementation) 15.4 1.8 0.1 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.5
Hydrometric Program (EPA) (Project Close-out) 10.0 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Canadian Meteorological Centre - Facility Extension (EPA) (Project Close-out) 8.3 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Supercomputer Facility Upgrade to Electrical and Cooling Capacity (EPA) (Project Implementation) (1) 6.1 0.1 1.2 5.0 5.0 5.0 2.5
Modernization of the Climate Observing Program (EPA) (Project Implementation) 8.6 1.4 1.0 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6
UPS Replacement - Dorval Facility (EPA) (Project Implementation) 10.6 0.0 0.1 1.4 1.4 1.4 0.2








Total Projects 59.0 3.5 2.4 8.8 8.8 8.8 4.8

Totals may differ between and within tables due to rounding of figures.

This Table lists major projects by program activity exceeding the departmental project approval. Environment Canada's delegated authority is $2.5M for general projects, $2M for new technology (with a $5M replacement limit) and $2.5M for real property projects. All of the major projects listed have received Effective Project Approval (EPA). EPA implies Treasury Board's approval of, and expenditure authorization for, the objectives of the project implementation phase. Sponsoring departments and agencies are to submit for EPA only when the scope of the overall project has been defined and when the estimates have been refined to the substantive level.

(1) Delays encountered by the architects during the design phase of the project delayed the start of the construction phase, which is the phase where most of the expenditures are incurred.

GST is included in these actual expenditures.



Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Contributions to support environmental and sustainable development initiatives
2) Start Date: August 1999 3) End Date: March 31, 2009
4) Description: The purpose of this class contribution is to enable Canadian groups, associations and organizations to become actively involved in environmental and sustainable development initiatives while accommodating regional ecosystem and socio-economic considerations. Contributions enable recipients to plan, manage and complete environmental and sustainable development initiatives at the regional or ecosystem level. This funding also serves to increase awareness and understanding of environmental and sustainable development issues and to encourage environmentally responsible action.
5) Expected Results:
  • Reduced adverse human impact on the atmosphere and on air quality
  • Understanding, and prevention or reduction of the environmental and human health threats posed by toxic substances of concern
  • Conservation of biological diversity
  • Understanding and reduction of human impacts on the health of ecosystems
  • Conservation and restoration of priority ecosystems
  • Reduced impact of weather and related hazards on health, safety and the economy
  • Adaptation to day-to-day and longer-term changes in atmospheric, hydrological and ice conditions
6) Results Achieved: The results achieved and progress made are reflected through the program delivery. The results are reported in Section II of Environment Canada's 2007-2008 Departmental Performance Report. This class contribution facilitates access, on a national level, to existing knowledge, tools and methods for making good policy decisions on the environment and health that are appropriate given the social, cultural and economic contexts.
($ Million) 7) Actual Spending 2005-2006 8) Actual Spending 2006-2007 9) Planned Spending 2007-2008 10) Total Authorities 2007-2008 11) Actual Spending 2007-2008 12) Variance(s) between 9) and 11)
13) Program Activity:







Biodiversity is conserved and protected 6.8 7.3 11.2 13.0 13.0 (1.8)
Water is clean, safe and secure 0.2 0.2 1.4 2.8 2.8 (1.4)
Canadians adopt approaches that ensure the sustainable use and management of natural capital and working landscapes 5.6 6.6 2.0 5.0 5.0 (3.0)
Improved knowledge and information on weather and environmental conditions influences decision-making 0.2 0.2 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.1
Canadians are informed of, and respond appropriately to, current and predicted environmental conditions 0.4 1.2 2.3 0.1 0.1 2.2
Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment posed by toxic and other harmful substances are reduced 4.1 2.6 4.2 0.0 0.0 4.2
Canadians adopt sustainable consumption and production approaches 0.7 0.1 2.7 4.3 4.3 (1.6)
Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions are reduced 9.9 0.0 1.1 1.1 1.1 0.0
14) Total contributions 27.9 18.2 24.9 26.3 26 .3 (1.4)
15) Total Program Activity 27.9 18.2 24.9 26.3 26.3 (1.4)
16) Comment(s) on Variance(s). Collaborative arrangements that had previously been funded through O&M-based agreements were deemed to be contribution agreements, resulting in spending more than planned in this G&C program.
17) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to last evaluation(s). If an evaluation is planned, but has not yet occurred, indicate when it will be completed.
18) Significant audit findings and URL(s) to last audit(s). If an evaluation is planned but has not yet occurred, indicate when it will be completed.



1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Habitat Stewardship Contribution Program
2) Start Date: August 20, 2000 3) End Date: March 31, 2009
4) Description:

The purpose of this contribution program is to

  • contribute to the recovery of endangered, threatened, and other species of concern, and to prevent other species from becoming a conservation concern, by engaging Canadians in conservation actions to benefit wildlife; and
  • enable non-government organizations, landowners, the private sector, Aboriginal organizations, educational institutions, community groups, and other levels of government to plan, manage and complete projects that will achieve the program goal.
5) Expected Results:
  • Supporting habitat projects that benefit species at risk
  • Enabling Canadians to become actively and concretely involved in stewardship projects for species at risk that will result in tangible, measurable environmental benefits
  • Improving scientific, sociological, and economic understanding of the role stewardship has as a conservation tool
  • Securing or protecting important habitat to protect species at risk and support their recovery
  • Mitigating threats to species at risk caused by human activities
  • Achieving measurable results that contribute to Environment Canada's program activities
6) Progress Against Expected Results:

From April 2007 to March 2008, the Habitat Stewardship Program (HSP) contributed $9.8 million to 194 projects addressing terrestrial and aquatic species at risk issues in all provinces as well as in Yukon and in Nunavut. The HSP directed $34 million (HSP plus matching funds) to projects addressing both habitat conservation and threat mitigation issues. These stewardship activities benefited over 350 species at risk designated by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC). Activities such as monitoring, surveys and inventory work as well as the collection of traditional ecological knowledge, targeted outreach, education and extension and program planning and development activities directly reached over 140 000 people. Conservation activities, including habitat protection, habitat improvement, and direct threat mitigation activities protected 19 700 ha of habitat through legally binding protection measures and an additional 248 000 ha of habitat through non-binding protection measures, improved 16 400 ha of habitat and protected an estimated number of 50 000 individual plants and animals from immediate threats.

($ Million) 7) Actual Spending 2005-2006 8) Actual Spending 2006-2007 9) Planned Spending 2007-2008 10) Total Authorities 2007-2008 11) Actual Spending 2007-2008 12) Variance(s) between 9) and 11)
13) Program Activity:







Biodiversity is conserved and protected
14) Total contribution 9.3 8.9 9.0 9.6 9.6 (0.6)
15) Total Program Activity 9.3 8.9 9.0 9.6 9.6 (0.6)
16) Comment(s) on Variance(s). A Treasury Board Submission request led to an increase in resources available through Supplementary Estimates.
17) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to last evaluation(s). If an evaluation is planned, but has not yet occurred, indicate when it will be completed.
18) Significant audit findings and URL(s) to last audit(s). If an evaluation is planned but has not yet occurred, indicate when it will be completed.



1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Contributions to EcoAction Community Funding Initiative
2) Start Date: 1998 3) End Date: March 31, 2009
4) Description: The purpose of this contribution program is to p rovide financial support to non-profit organizations to undertake environmental projects that yield positive, measurable results and increase public capacity and awareness at the community level.
5) Expected Results:
  • To support and promote environmental improvements by funding community groups undertaking action, outreach and/or capacity building activities that address the following Government of Canada and Environment Canada priorities: climate change, nature, water quality and air quality
  • To lever monetary and voluntary in-kind support for environmental activities that have measurable environmental benefits
  • To provide Canadians with the tools they need to act on their knowledge and values as individuals and members of communities in support of sustainable development
  • The successful completion of community-based projects that support action, capacity building and outreach on priority environmental issues at the local and regional levels
  • Measurable results that are supportive of the Government of Canada's climate change objectives, as detailed in the Climate Change Plan for Canada and the One-Tonne Challenge
  • Supporting the implementation of other priority activities in recovery strategies or action plans, where these are in place or under development
6) Results Achieved:

EcoAction yields significant leverage for each dollar spent by the Department (1-3 ratio). Using this funding, the not-for-profit sector is able to deliver the projects and leverage significant funding from others, including provinces, territories, the private sector and other NGOs.

EcoAction funding from Environment Canada to partners leverages projects and initiatives that engage Canadians in protecting our environment, including our air, water, land, climate and nature.

Since the creation of the EcoAction program in 1995:

  • 1 776 projects were completed. EcoAction provided $52,776,842 in funding for these projects. For every dollar that EcoAction invested in these projects, the recipients leveraged about three dollars from other sources.
  • 175 projects are currently under way, and 127 projects are either in negotiations or awaiting approval.
  • Since 1995, a reduction of approximately 2.8 Mt of greenhouse gases was achieved; 2.9 million kg of other air pollutants were reduced; 253 000 volunteers were directly involved in projects; 7 million native plants, trees and shrubs were planted; 101 000 ha of wildlife habitat were enhanced or restored; 245 000 ha of riparian habitat or ecosystem were created, restored, preserved or protected; 101 000 ha of habitat were permanently protected; 2.35 million litres of pesticides, fertilizers, toxic substances or hazardous waste were diverted from use or reduced; and 1.5 million kg of pesticides, fertilizers, toxic substances or hazardous waste were diverted from use or reduced.

Since the creation of the Community Interaction Program (CIP) in 2005:

  • 75 projects were funded and 34 completed. CIP provided $1,690,968 in funding for these projects. For every dollar that CIP invested in these projects, the recipients leveraged about $1.35 from other sources.
  • Overall, since 2005, approximately 103.5 km shoreline were restored, cleaned up, and stabilized; 2.3 million individuals were reached; 90 800 native plants, trees and shrubs were planted; and 17 ha of habitat were restored, conserved and enhanced. The program created jobs and involved volunteers; produced 781 scientific documents; created 274 partnerships; picked up 18 t of waste and reduced waste volume by 46 cubic m3.
($ Million) 7) Actual Spending 2005-2006 8) Actual Spending 2006-2007 9) Planned Spending 2007-2008 10) Total Authorities 2007-2008 11) Actual Spending 2007-2008 12) Variance(s) between 9) and 11)
13) Program Activity:





Canadians adopt approaches that ensure the sustainable use and management of natural capital and working landscapes. *
14) Total Contributions 5.0 4.6 5.0 3.9 3.9 1.1
15) Total Program Activity 5.0 4.6 5.0 3.9 3.9 1.1







16) Comment(s) on Variance(s). Several recipients were not able to initiate or complete the planned projects.
17) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to last evaluation(s). If an evaluation is planned, but has not yet occurred, indicate when it will be completed.
18) Significant audit findings and URL(s) to last audit(s). If an evaluation is planned but has not yet occurred, indicate when it will be completed.

* Previously reported under another Program Activity




1) Name of Transfer Payment Program : Contributions to Support Canada's International Commitments

2) Start Date: June 1999 3) End Date: March 31, 2009
4) Description:

The purpose of this class contribution is to sustain and enhance Canada's participation in international multilateral and bilateral environmental organizations, agreements and protocols; ensure that Canadian interests are represented in international forums relating to environmental issues; facilitate the participation of developing countries in global environmental and sustainable development issues; and build, strengthen and maintain Canada's linkages with the international community on global environmental and sustainable development issues.

5) Expected Results
  • The class contribution is in support of any of the following departmental key expected results: Reduced adverse human impact on the atmosphere and on air quality; understanding, and prevention or reduction of the environmental and human health threats posed by toxic substances and other substances of concern; conservation of biological diversity; understanding and reduction of human impacts on the health of ecosystems; conservation and restoration of priority ecosystems; reduced impact of weather and related hazards on health, safety and the economy; adaptation to day-to-day and longer-term changes in atmospheric, hydrological and ice conditions; strategic and integrated policy priorities and plans; and a well-performing organization supported by efficient and innovative services
6) Results Achieved: Environment Canada has worked on accelerating and strengthening national and regional risk-based chemical assessment and management efforts;
  • Canada implemented obligations under the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and engaged in international discussions on the global control of mercury
  • International cooperation and negotiations contributed to a better understanding and reduction of the adverse impacts of pollution, toxic substances of concern, and unsustainable resource management policies on human health and the environment
  • There was an international exchange of knowledge, tools, best practices, methods, and sound environmental policies aimed at enhancing global protection of human health and the environment
  • Canada contributed to the work of the United National Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Kyoto Protocol in support of the Bali Action Plan and the development of a post-2012 agreement on climate change. Canada contributed to the international dialogue on climate change through its participation at the G8 Summit and meetings of the Major Economies Process on Energy Security and Climate Change. Canada was granted membership in the Asia-Pacific Partnership on Clean Development Climate and supported other technology partnerships including the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership. Canada's involvement in international climate change supported the expected results as it aimed at preventing and reducing pollution and the impact of weather globally
  • Undertook activities with key country partners to protect, enhance and conserve Canada's biodiversity (Canada-Mexico Partnership, Canada-Chile Agreement on Environmental Cooperation, Comission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC), Canada/Mexico/United States Trilateral Committee for Wildlife and Ecosystem Conservation and Management).
  • The Departrment actively participated in international fora in order to advance Canadian objectives and support efforts to conserve biodiversity at home and abroad by, for example, championing the inclusion of species threatened by international trade in the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species and removal of those that no longer need CITES protection at CoP 14, and engaging in preparatory meetings for key issues such as protected areas and access and benefit sharing for the Ninth Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity
  • Capacity was built in the areas of wildlife conservation and enforcement (i.e. Coalition Against Wildlife Trafficking)
  • Canada effectively participated in WMO programs and governance bodies that helped advance Environment Canada's science and technology objectives
($ Million) 7) Actual Spending 2005-2006 8) Actual Spending 2006-2007 9) Planned Spending 2007-2008 10) Total Authorities 2007-2008 11) Actual Spending 2007-2008 12) Variance(s) between 9) and 11)
13) Program Activity:







Biodiversity is conserved and protected 1.2 0.8 0.3 0.7 0.7 (0.4)
Improved knowledge and information on weather and environmental conditions influence decision making 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.2 0.2 (0.2)
Canadians are informed of, and respond appropriately to, current and predicted environmental conditions 1.8 0.4 2.0 3.5 3.5 (1.5)
Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment posed by toxic and other harmful substances are reduced 0.4 0.0 0.1 0.3 0.3 (0.2)
Canadians adopt sustainable consumption and production approaches 0.0 0.0 0.0 3.6 3.6 (3.6)
Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions are reduced 3.1 0.3 6.0 0.2 0.2 5.8
Canadians adopt approaches that ensure the sustainable use and management of natural capital and working landscapes 0.0 0.7 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
14) Total contributions 6.6 2.2 8.5 8.5 8.5 0.0
15) Total Program Activity 6.6 2.2 8.5 8.5 8.5 0.0
16) Comment(s) on Variance(s). Shifts in departmental priorities led to a senior management decision to adjust certain plans for contribution agreement.
17) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to last evaluation(s). If an evaluation is planned, but has not yet occurred, indicate when it will be completed.
18) Significant audit findings and URL(s) to last audit(s). If an evaluation is planned but has not yet occurred, indicate when it will be completed.


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Harbourfront Corporation
2) Start Date : March 2006 3) End Date : March 31, 2011
4) Description: The primary objective of the Harbourfront Centre funding program is to provide operational funding support to the Harbourfront Centre until March 31, 2011. Such support will assist the Harbourfront Centre in covering its fixed operational costs. It will also facilitate its ability to leverage funding from other levels of government and pursue other revenue-generating strategies that allow the organization to provide the general public with continued access to cultural, recreational and educational programs and activities on the Toronto Waterfront.
5) Strategic Outcome(s) : Sustainable urban development and infrastructure renewal in the Toronto waterfront area
6) Results Achieved: 2007-2008 was a transitional year for Harbourfront Centre Funding Program as the program moved from the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat to Environment Canada. Although the program fulfilled its intended purpose, there were no planned results identified in either department's Report on Plans and Priorities.

Harbourfront Centre spent 100% of the budget of $5M and remained open, providing community and cultural programming for the general public on the Toronto Waterfront.


($ Million) 7) Actual Spending 2005-2006 8) Actual Spending 2006-2007 9) Planned Spending 2007-2008 10) Total Authorities 2007-2008 11) Actual Spending

2007-2008

12) Variance(s) Between

9) and 11)

13) Program Activity





Harbourfront Corporation
14) Total Contributions


5.0 5.0 (5.0)
15) Total Program Activity


5.0 5.0 (5.0)
16) Comment(s) on Variance(s):
17) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL (s) to Last Evaluation(s). Evaluation planned for 2010-2011
18) Significant Audit Findings and URL (s) to Last Audit(s).



1) Name of Transfer Payment Program : Revitalization of the Toronto Waterfront
2) Start Date : April 2001 3) End Date : March 31, 2011
4) Description: The Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative (TWRI) is both an infrastructure and an urban renewal investment. The goals of the initiative include positioning Canada, Ontario and Toronto in the new economy and thus ensuring Canada's continued success in the global economy. This includes increasing economic growth and development opportunities; recognizing the intrinsic links between economic, social and environmental health; enhancing the quality of life in Toronto; and encouraging sustainable urban development.
5) Strategic Outcome(s) : Sustainable urban development and infrastructure renewal in the Toronto waterfront area
6 ) Results Achieved: 2007-2008 was a transitional year for Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative (TWRI) as the program moved from the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat to Environment Canada. Although progress was made in waterfront revitalization, there were no planned results identified in either department's Report on Plans and Priorities.
($ Million) 7) Actual Spending 2005-2006 8) Actual Spending 2006-2007 9) Planned Spending 2007-2008 10) Total Authorities 2007-2008 11) Actual Spending

2007-2008

12) Variance(s) Between

9) and 11)

13) Program Activity





Revitalization of the Toronto Waterfront
14) Total Contributions
34.5
223.9* 39.4 (39.4)
15 ) Total Program Activity
34.5
223.9* 39.4 (39.4)
16) Comment(s) on Variance(s):

The variance between total authorities and actual spending for 2007-2008 is attributed to the change in the program authorities responsible for the TWRI. The program moved from Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat to Environment Canada. As such, Planned Spending for the TWRI was included in the Report on Plans and Priorities for the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat.

In April 2007, the TWRI program was extended for three additional years. The new sunset date is March 31, 2011. Through the 2008-2009 Annual Reference Level Update process Environment Canada re-profiled a majority of the $232.8 million transferred from the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat into the additional future years.

17) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL (s) to Last Evaluation(s). If an evaluation is planned, but has not yet occurred, indicate when it will be completed.

In 2008, Environment Canada initiated an evaluation of federal participation in the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative. The draft report, which will be finalized in August 2008, identified the following findings:

1) Design, Delivery and Cost-effectiveness

  • The federal TWRI Secretariat appears to demonstrate value-for-money.
  • The development of a corporation to implement revitalization activities is an effective vehicle for meeting TWRI objectives, but TWRC activities have not met expectations around timelines.
  • The expenditure of federal TWRI funds has been slower than expected.
  • The Intergovernmental Steering Committee was not generally seen as an effective governance body, but TWRI activities were felt to have been well coordinated through an Operations Working Group, which is led and chaired by the federal TWRI Secretariat.
  • While the use of a contribution program to deliver TWRI funding has provided federal oversight of its funding, the contribution program has been perceived as administratively challenging.
  • The additional tri-governmental indemnification requirements for TWRI projects were perceived to have had a negative effect on the timeliness

2) Relevance

  • The revitalization of the Toronto waterfront is consistent with federal priorities (economic leadership and environmental improvement).
  • There is a demonstrated need for federal participation in the TWRI.
  • The TWRI has lacked a consistent and relevant department home for its federal Secretariat.

3) Success

  • Contribution agreements have largely been for planning, design, environmental assessments and land restoration.
  • Projects have suffered from a range of challenges that have resulted in delays. It is too early to measure the extent to which the TWRI has resulted in significant economic benefits.
  • The federal TWRI has demonstrated sound environmental approaches to revitalization. The TWRI has fostered greater community awareness and participation in waterfront planning and implementation.
  • There is some increase in the accessibility of the waterfront as a result of federal participation in the TWRI, and more projects to improve accessibility are planned or under way.
18) Significant Audit Findings and URL (s) to Last Audit(s).
* $8.9M of the $148M requested re-profile from 2007-2008 to 2008-2009 was used to offset Environment Canada's Supplementary Estimates B 2007-2008 appropriations



Foundations (Conditional Grants)


Canadian Foundation for Climate and Atmospheric Sciences (CFCAS)*
Start Date: February 2000 End Date: 2010 Total Funding: $110 million
Description: The Canadian Foundation for Climate and Atmospheric Sciences (CFCAS) is the main funding body for university-based research on climate and on atmospheric and related oceanic work in Canada. CFCAS provides research grants through a competitive (peer-reviewed) process from a total budget of $110 million. Its mandate extends to March 2011.
Strategic Outcomes: To increase Canada's intellectual resources in climate and atmospheric sciences through the training and retention of researchers, helping to generate and disseminate relevant new knowledge, increasing the transfer of scientific findings to stakeholders, and raising Canada's scientific profile internationally. Benefits include improved information to support policy development, operational forecasting, adaptation to climate changes and more effective management of climate-related risks.
Summary of Results Achieved by the Recipient: Findings on the results achieved by the recipient are available in the recipient's annual report, available at http://www.cfcas.org/sitemap_e.html .
Comments on Variances: Not Applicable
Significant Evaluation Findings and URL to Last Evaluation: CFCAS conducted its second interim evaluation in 2006-2007. The evaluation, which assessed the CFCAS management accountability framework and procedures, and the CFCAS program outputs, was completed in February 2007. The evaluation concludes that the current management structure of CFCAS is effective, and that CFCAS research has been conducted in a cost effective manner. Key recommendations include the following: dedicate additional resources to ensure communications are effective; disseminate research results in a format suitable to policy makers, as well as educate policy makers as to the policy implications of the research; systematically collect information on results and impacts for use in the subsequent evaluation (in 2010). A URL is not available.
URL to Foundation's Website: http://www.cfcas.org/index_e.html .
URL to Foundation's Annual Report: http://www.cfcas.org/sitemap_e.html

*The financial contributions to this Foundation will not be reported for 2004-2007 as the most recent payment of $50 million from the Government of Canada to the CFCAS was made in 2003-2004.


(Statutory) Grant to the Canada Foundation for Sustainable Development Technology
Start Date: March 26, 2001 End Date: June 30, 2015 Total Funding: $1.05 Billion (Environment Canada $525 Million)
Description: The Foundation for Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) is an arm's length foundation established by an Act of Parliament which received Royal Assent in June 2001. The Foundation is registered as a not-for-profit, non-share-capital-corporation consisting of its Members and Directors under the Canada Business Corporations Act .

The Foundation is accountable to Parliament through the Minister of Natural Resources Canada. The terms and conditions for SDTC's operations are stated in the founding legislation and are further specified in the Funding Agreement #3 (signed by both the Minister of the Environment and the Minister of Natural Resources Canada). Treasury Board Secretariat and Privy Council Office are the key central agencies involved in setting the conditions stated in the Funding Agreement. Other federal departments, such as Industry Canada, are engaged on issues relevant for them.

The objective of the Foundation is to fund the accelerated development and demonstration of collaborative projects which address the issues of climate change, air quality, clean water, and clean soil. SDTC's mission is to act as the primary catalyst in building a sustainable development technology infrastructure in Canada. The Foundation does more than just fund technologies. SDTC works with a network of stakeholders and partners to build the capacity of Canadian clean-technology entrepreneurs, helping them form strategic relationships, formalize their business plans, and build a critical mass of sustainable development capability in Canada.

SDTC operates two funds aimed at the development and demonstration of innovative technological solutions. The $550 million SD Tech Fund™ supports projects that address climate change, air quality, clean water, and clean soil. The $500 million NextGen Biofuels Fund™ supports the establishment of first-of-kind large demonstration-scale facilities for the production of next-generation renewable fuels.

Strategic Outcome: Canadians and their environment are protected from the effects of pollution and waste.
Summary of Results Achieved by the Recipient: The main purpose of the SDTC Fund is to develop and demonstrate new Sustainable Development technologies related to climate change, clean air, clean water, and clean soil in order to make progress towards Sustainable Development.

In 2007, approximately $255 million in publicly disclosed financing went to 15 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with projects funded by SDTC, up from $156 million in 2006. Investments represented a mix of venture capital, public equity, and debt financing.

By leveraging project consortia and private-sector contributions, SDTC ensures that its funding represents no more than 33 percent of total project value averaged across its entire portfolio. However, SDTC leveraged private-sector and public-sector support brings its overall investment level for the portfolio to 29.7 percent.

SDTC and Leveraged Funding for 2007


SDTC Investment Industry Leveraged Funding Other Funding from Government and Academia Total Eligible Project Value
$77,844,184 $141,644,621 $27,348,223 $246,837,028
31.5% 57.4% 11.1% 100.0%

SDTC and Leveraged Funding - Total


SDTC Investment Industry Leveraged Funding Other Funding from Government and Academia Total Eligible Project Value
$299,875,134 $579,002,406 $131,663,819 $1,010,541,357
29.7% 57.3% 13.0% 100.0%

The Foundation continues to seek and investment level of at least 67 percent from project participants across all projects so that every dollar it invests is matched by more than two dollars of leveraged funding.

SDTC and Consortium Leveraged Funding by Economic Sector: Allocations in 2007

In 2007, there was an increase in funding in transportation-related projects, with the largest share of allocated funding in this sector. Waste Management projects also attracted a significantly increased share of funding in 2007 compared to 2006, with a doubling of the size of this part of the portfolio.


Sector Investment SDTC Leveraged Funding Consortium Total Eligible Project Value
Energy Exploration

and Production

$11,912,379 $32,022,333 $43,934,712
Power Generation $14,994,160 $27,948,508 $42,942,668
Energy Utilization $13,870,164 $30,553,332 $44,423,496
Transportation $17,642,745 $36,572,963 $54,215,708
Agriculture $6,931,000 $12,880,500 $19,811,500
Forestry, Wood Products and

Pulp & Paper Products

$800,000 $1,640,000 $2,440,000
Waste Management $11,693,736 $27,375,208 $39,068,944
Total $77,844,184 $168,992,844 $246,837,028

Applications Received

Under the SD Tech Fund™, SDTC is required to issue one call for funding application each year. There are referred to as statements of interests, or SOIs. In reality, SDTC has made a practice of issuing two calls for submissions each year.

SD Tech Fund™ Statement of Interests


Round 11 70
Round 12 101
Total SOIs received in 2007 171
Total SOIs since inception 1420

Under the NextGen Biofuels Fund™, SDTC is required to issue one call for applications for funding each year. During 2007, one Application for Funding (AFF) was received.

SDTC Asset Allocations

SDTC invests its undisbursed funds in eligible securities in accordance with the guidelines of its Funding Agreements.

SDTC's Grant Investment Portfolio of Eligible Securities as of December 31, 2007


Rating Current % Maximum Available %
Government AAA 32.7% No Limit No Limit
Government AA 13.7% No Limit No Limit
Government A 2.7% No Limit No Limit
Other AAA 10.8% 80% of portfolio 69.2%
Other AA 24.5 % 70% of portfolio 45.5 %
Other A 9.5% 20% of portfolio 10.5%
Money Market Securities 6.0 % No Limit No Limit

There were 47 rounds specifically approved in 2007 and 7 seven SD Tech Fund™ projects were completed in that same year. As of December 31, 2007, no projects have been approved for funding under the NextGen Biofuels Fund™.

($ millions) Actual Spending 2005-2006 Actual Spending 2006-2007 1) Planned Spending 2007-2008 Total Authorities 2007-2008 2) Actual Spending 2007-2008 Variance(s) between 1) and 2)




2 2 2
Planned Evaluations: TBD
Planned Audit: TBD
URL to Recipient's Site: http://www.sdtc.ca/
URL to Recipient's Annual Report: http://www.sdtc.ca/en/news/annual_reports.htm



Federation of Canadian Municipalities' (FCM) Green Municipal Fund (GMF) formerly known as the Green Municipal Enabling Fund (GMEF) and the Green Municipal Investment Fund (GMIF)
Start Date: 2000 End Date: In perpetuity Total Funding: $550 million (Environment Canada Funding: $275 million)

Description: The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), a not-for-profit non-governmental organization, operates the $550 million Green Municipal Fund (GMF) through an arms-length-agreement with Environment Canada and Natural Resources Canada. Created in 2000 with two arms-length funding agreements totalling $125 million, the GMF were doubled in 2002 with an additional $125 million. The latest Funding Agreement (2005) added another $300 million to the funds collapsed the two funds into one fund, the Green Municipal Fund.

The GMF is equally funded by Natural Resources Canada and Environment Canada who co-manages the fund at arms' length, creating a strong partnership between the FCM and the Government of Canada. The FCM Board of Directors, formally designated as the decision making body for the funds, is advised by a 15 member council with five federal appointees. The Council plays a key role, supported by the FCM secretariat and the GMF Peer Review Committee.

This fund supports grants, loans and loan guarantees and is consistent with the purpose and intent of the original agreements. $150 million dollars of this fund is to be used exclusively to provide loans for the remediation and redevelopment of municipal contaminated sites (Brownfields). The new agreement contains some significant revisions which aim to substantially increase the environmental, social, and economic benefits of the GMF by increasing their size, flexibility, and clarity.
The amount of GMF financing available to municipalities is directly related to the environmental benefits and/or innovation of the projects undertaken, with grant or loan combinations of up to 80% of eligible costs available for projects with exceptional environmental benefits.

Strategic Outcomes: The GMF stimulates municipal investment in environmental technologies and infrastructure projects and practices to reduce manage and prevent pollution of Canada's air, water, soil or climate and provide tools to support risk management and Sector Sustainability Tables (SST) decision-makers.

Since 2000, the GMF has supported more than 590 projects and studies resulting in over $318 million in investments in municipal sustainability. FCM estimates that these initiatives will reduce emission of over 1,200 tonnes of nitrogen and sulphur oxides and 1.2 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalents.

GMF's goal is to improve air, water and soil quality, protect the climate, and have a positive impact on the health and the quality of life of Canadians by:

1. Encouraging local environmental action in key sectors including: Energy and energy services; Water; solid waste management; sustainable transportation services and technologies; sustainable community planning; and integrated community projects.

2. Leveraging private sector contributions to make cities and towns across Canada more energy efficient, at the same time reducing our greenhouse gas emissions.
3. Improving the environmental efficiency and cost-effectiveness of municipal infrastructure.

Summary of results achieved by the recipient:
Findings on the results achieved by the recipient are available in the recipient's annual report, available at http://www.sustainablecommunities.fcm.ca/About_Us/Annual_Reports/
 
($ millions) Actual Spending 2005-2006 Actual Spending 2006-2007 1) Planned Spending 2007-2008 Total Authorities 2007-2008 2) Actual Spending 2007-2008 Variance(s) between 1) and 2)
Conditional Grant(s) 150 - -  
 
-
Significant evaluation findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s)/Future Plans:
GMF was one of the foundation case studies of a recently completed report evaluating the use of foundations as instruments of public policy. This evaluation study was conducted by KPMG LLP on behalf of the Government of Canada as a commitment to the Standing Senate Committee on National Finance and Standing Committee on Public Accounts. The results of the report are available on the Treasury Board site: Evaluation of Foundations: http://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/report/orp/2007/ef-fe/ef-fe_e.asp
No other evaluations were planned or conducted by either Environment Canada or Natural Resources Canada during the past year.
URL to Recipient's Site: http://www.sustainablecommunities.fcm.ca/About_Us/Annual_Reports/
URL to Recipient's Annual Report: http://www.sustainablecommunities.fcm.ca/About_Us/Annual_Reports/


Clayoquot Biosphere Trust (CBT)*
Start Date: 2000 End Date: Ongoing Total Funding: $12 Million (Environment Canada funding in-kind)
Description: The CBT grant created an endowment fund for the CBT-the cornerstone of the Clayoquot Sound United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Biosphere Reserve. The CBT uses the income from the endowment fund to support local research, education and training in the Biosphere Reserve region.
Strategic Outcomes: Canada 's natural capital is restored, conserved and enhanced.
Summary of Results Achieved by the Recipient:

In 2007, the allocation of funds for community-based research, education, training, capacity building and cultural projects resulted in 33 projects:

West Coast Recreation Center Business Plan - Long Beach Recreation Society;

West Coast Trades and Apprenticeship Program - School District 70;

Youth Activity Worker: Cultural, Education and Recreation - Ahousaht Cultural Youth Centre;

Young Naturalists Program - Raincoast Education Society;

Sustainability Camp - Tofino Botanical Gardens Foundation;

Tla-o-qui-aht Language and Traditional Knowledge Multi-media Project - Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation;

Living our Ahousaht Language - Ahousaht Cultural Youth Centre;

Ahousaht Clean Harbour Project - Celina Tuttle - Make it Happen;

Integrating fisheries culture into the local elementary school curriculum - Hesquiaht First Nation Fisheries;

Wetland Surveys for Breeding Amphibians - Wetland Stewards of the Clayoquot Biosphere Reserve Region.

Carnivore Diet Component of the WildCoast Project - Predators, Prey and People - Pacific Rim National Park Reserve of Canada.

Wild Pacific trail Interpretive Signs Initiative - Wild Pacific Trail Society.

Outdoor Leadership Program - Ucluelet Secondary School ;

CALL Program 2006 - Wickaninnish Community School;

Nuu-chah-nulth Language Center - Central Region Nuu-chah-nulth Language Group;

Nism'a Project - Outdoor Education for Youth - Nism'a Project Society;

Canopy Study - Biology Department, University of Victoria;

Stellar Sea Lions - Pacific Rim National Park Reserve of Canada;

Community Participation in Whale Studies - Pacific Wildlife Foundation;

The Truth about Fundraising - Westcoast Community Resources Society & Community Development Committee;

WCRS Engaging Community - Westcoast Community Resources Society;

1st Annual Yu-cluth-aht Holistic Celebration of Health - Ucluelet First Nation;

Whales on the Walls - Pacific Rim Whale Festival Society;

Hospice Educators in Training - Pacific Rim Hospice Society;

UVic Geography 490 Directed Studies
Land Use Practices
Ecological Integrity
Sustainability Indicators
Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture - University of Victoria;

Orthographic Photos - Terrestrial Committee;

Scope of Change: New Forest Managers, New Management Ideas in Clayoquot Sound - Friends of Clayoquot Sound;

HERA Project - Tonquin Foundation;

First Nations Component of 2007 Arts Festival - Pacific Rim Arts Society;

Historical Interests Dinner & Morpheus Island trip - CBT Culture Committee;

Living our Ahousaht Language - Ahousaht Cultural Youth Centre;

Ahousaht Aboriginal Days - Ahousaht First Nation;

Impacts of Recreation on the Tofino Mudflats - Raincoast Education Society.

Comments on Variances: Fund is administered by the Foundation.
URL to Recipient's site: http://www.clayoquotbiosphere.org/
* Environment Canada does not report on the financial activities of this Trust.


(Statutory) Nature Conservancy of Canada
Start Date: March 2007 End Date: In perpetuity Total Funding: $225 million
Description:

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is a land conservation organization. It is a private, non-profit group that partners with corporate and individual landowners to achieve the direct protection of Canada's natural resources through land donation, purchase, and conservation easement. NCC also secures mineral rights and timber rights on properties.

The NCC works to ensure the long-term protection of biodiversity by placing funds into a stewardship endowment to support the ongoing management and restoration of habitat and the recovery of species at risk. The NCC focuses on working with private landowners to secure ecologically significant lands that have been identified as priorities for conservation action. To that effect, NCC acquires and preserves land through one of four methods: land purchase, land donations, conservation easements or relinquishment of rights.

Since 1962, NCC and its partners have helped to conserve close to 2 million acres (809,371 hectares) of ecologically significant land nationwide.

Strategic Outcome: Canada's natural capital is restored, conserved, and enhanced.
Summary of results achieved by the recipient:
Findings on the results achieved by the recipient are available in the recipient's annual report, available at http://www.natureconservancy.ca/site/PageServer?pagename=ncc_media_pubs
 
($ millions) Actual Spending 2005-2006 Actual Spending 2006-2007 1) Planned Spending 2007-2008 Total Authorities 2007-2008 2) Actual Spending 2007-2008 Variance(s) between 1) and 2)
 
- - - 70 70 70
 
Planned Evaluations: TBD
Planned Audit: TBD
URL to Recipient Site: http://www.natureconservancy.ca/
URL to Recipient's Annual Report: http://www.natureconservancy.ca/site/PageServer?pagename=ncc_media_pubs



Horizontal Initiatives

Horizontal Initiative: Canadian Group on Earth Observations (CGEO)
Lead Department: Environment Canada
Lead Department Program Activity: Canadians are informed of, and respond appropriately to, current and predicted environmental conditions.
Start Date: July 2003 End Date: Ongoing
Total Funding Allocated: No new funds - annual multi-departmental contributions
Description: Interdepartmental secretariat established to coordinate Canada's participation in the international intergovernmental Group on Earth Observations (GEO) and advance coordinated, comprehensive and sustained Earth observations in Canada. Funded through annual interdepartmental transfers and in-kind contributions.
Shared Outcomes:
  • Enhancing access to global Earth observation data and science to meet Canadian environmental and socio-economic monitoring requirements
  • Maximizing the effectiveness of Canadian investments in Earth observation networks, both domestic and international
  • Improving evidence-based decision-making in operational and policy domains based on coordinated, comprehensive and sustainable Earth observations
Governance Structure :
  • Assistant Deputy Ministers' Steering Committee (Chair: Assistant Deputy Minister for the Meteorological Service of Canada)
  • Directors Generals' Interdepartmental Coordination Committee
  • Canadian Group on Earth Observations Secretariat


Federal Partners Involved in Each Program Federal Partner Program Activity Name of Programs of Federal
Partner
Total Approved Planned Spending for 2007-2008 Actual Spending for 2007-2008 Expected Results for 2007-2008 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Environment Canada Canadians are informed of, and respond appropriately to, current and predicted environmental conditions.

Canadian Group on Earth Observations established to: a) coordinate Canada's participation in the intergovernmental Group on Earth Observations (GEO), b) advance coordinated, comprehensive and sustained Earth observations in Canada. Transfers and in-kind contributions: a small interdepartmental Secretariat is funded through annual inter-departmental transfers and in-kind contributions.

Weather and Environmental Monitoring Not available 220 salary

110 O&M

38 G&C

25 in-kind

228.2 salary

137.2 O&M

38 G&C

23.5 in-kind

The Global Earth Observation System of Systems (GEOSS) leverages interdepartmental and global partnerships and efforts in science, monitoring, prediction and service to improve access to Earth observations for better-informed decisions leading to societal benefits for all Canadians. - GEO Ministerial Summit Cape Town Accord approved by Minister of the Environment

- Canada provided international leadership in preparation of GEO Report on Progress to the Earth Observation Ministerial Summit

- active interdepartmental engagement in preparation for GEO Plenary and Ministerial Summit in Cape Town

- interdepartmental team engaged to initiate the development of the Federal Earth Observation Strategy

- progress made with CGEO working committees (Soil Moisture Way Forward proposal prepared, Communities of Practice active)

- CGEO actively engaged in GEOSS in the Americas

- bilateral activities with the United States

- active participation of Canadian experts in GEO tasks and activities, committees, working groups and task forces

Natural Resources Canada Canadian Group on Earth Observations Earth Sciences Sector Not available
20 direct

23.8 in-kind


as above
Canadian Group on Earth Observations Canadian Forest Service Not available


as above
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Canadian Group on Earth Observations Science and Technology Not available
20
as above
Canadian Group on Earth Observations National Land and Water Information Service Not available
20
as above
Canadian Space Agency Canadian Group on Earth Observations Earth Observations Not available


as above
Fisheries and Oceans Canada Canadian Group on Earth Observations Science and Technology Not available
15 in-kind
as above
Health Canada Canadian Group on Earth Observations Radiation Not available


as above
Statistics Canada Canadian Group on Earth Observations Agriculture Not available


as above
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada Canadian Group on Earth Observations Environment Not available
50 G&C
as above
TOTAL



575.7

Comments on variances:
Results to be achieved by non-federal partners: Not applicable
Contact information:

Kenneth Korporal, Coordinator, Canadian Group on Earth Observations Secretariat, 373 Sussex Dr. , Ottawa, ON K1A 0H3 613-995-2466




Horizontal Initiative: An Accelerated Action Plan for Federal Contaminated Sites - FCSAAP (Succeeded by the Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan (FCSAP), approved March 2005)
Lead Department: Environment Canada and Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat
Lead Department Program Activity: Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment posed by toxic and other harmful substances are reduced (EC); Management Policy Development and Oversight (TBS)
Start Date: April 1, 2003 (FCSAP in effect since April 2005) End Date: FCSAAP funding to March 31, 2008. Replaced by FCSAP in April 2005, which is expected to be 12 to 15 years. Currently, funding has been approved until March 31, 2010.
Total Funding Allocated (FCSAAP and FCSAP): $1,629.1 million
Description: The Federal Contaminated Sites Accelerated Action Plan (FCSAAP) and its successor program, the Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan (FCSAP), provide a long-term mechanism to address federal contaminated sites having the highest human health and ecological risks. At the end of March 2004, federal contaminated sites represented a financial liability of approximately $3.5 billion. Although responsibility for the actual management and remediation of federal contaminated sites rests with responsible custodial departments, the overall program is administered jointly by Environment Canada and the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat.
Shared Outcomes: Reduce federal financial liability and risks to human health and the environment, including fish habitat. Increase public confidence in the overall management of federal real property through the effective risk management or remediation of individual federal contaminated sites.
Governance Structure for FCSAAP and its successor program, FCSAP: Federal Contaminated Sites Assistant Deputy Ministers Steering Committee is supported by the Contaminated Sites Management Working Group (CSMWG) and the FCSAP Secretariat (Environment Canada), which provides overall program coordination.



Federal Partners Involved in Each Program Federal Partner Program Activity Name of Programs of Federal Partner Total Approved (2003-2010) * Total Available Funding for 2007-2008**
Actual Spending for 2007-2008*** Expected Results for 2007-2008 Results Achieved in 2007-2008***
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Enterprise Activities Asset Management $3,446,249 $1,476,000 $1,128,400 Remediation and risk management for 1 project (1 site)

Assessment of approximately 37 sites

Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (1 site)

Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (13 sites)

Assessment Completed: Requires remediation/RM (3 sites)

Partially Assessed (20 sites)

Canada Border Services Agency Corporate Management and Direction Infrastructure and Environment $1,363,040 $341,360 $327,098 Remediation and risk management for 2 projects (2 sites) Rem/RM completed (1 site)

Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (1 site)

Canadian Food Inspection Agency N/A N/A $183,783 $0 $0 Not applicable Not applicable
Correctional Service Canada Internal Services Facilities/Asset Management Services $2,165,850 $1,157,677 $70,070 Remediation and risk management for 2 projects (2 sites) Rem/RM Plans Completed and Awaiting Implementation (2 sites)
Environment Canada

(includes Projects, Expert Support, and FCSAP Secretariat)

Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment posed by toxic and other harmful substances are reduced Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment posed by toxic and other harmful substances are assessed

Risks to Canadians and impacts on the environment posed by toxic and other harmful substances are managed

$83,133,187 $16,448,793 $7,614,818 Projects
Remediation and risk management for 8 projects (174 sites)
Assessment of approximately 216 sites

Expert Support
Provision of scientific and technical advice to custodial departments with respect to the ecological risk evaluation of federal contaminated sites
Provision of ecological risk assessment training and guidance

Secretariat
Supports the Assistant Deputy Ministers Steering committee and CSMWG, administers non-financial aspects of the program including management of project selection process, and development and maintenance of secure website and reporting
Projects
Rem/RM Completed (75 sites)
Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (279 sites)
Rem/RM Plans Completed and Awaiting Implementation (5 sites)
Rem/RM Plans Under Development (6 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (114 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires remediation/RM (56 sites)
Partially Assessed (30 sites)

Expert Support
Continued development/revision of guidance materials prepared for the benefit of custodians, practitioners and other regulatory agencies.
Conducted site visits and peer reviews of remediation/risk management projects reports as requested by custodians and during the FCSAP project submission period.
Developed and delivered new training courses
Participated in technical review committees, workshops and symposia related to contaminated sites management within Canada.

Secretariat
Provided ongoing advice and guidance related to the FCSAP program to custodians as required.
Continued development of IDEA and associated training in support of the project submission process and annual program reporting. The infrastructure underlying this critical application was also significantly upgraded.
Coordinated and managed the annual FCSAP reporting exercise, and the 2008 project selection process
Finalized the 2007 FCSAP TB submission and developed the 2008 submission.
Planned and co-chaired six CSMWG meetings and also coordinated one ADM steering committee meeting.
Participated in the development, review, and approval processes related to the Federal Contaminated Sites web portal.
Revised existing program guidance materials and developed new ones, including the FCSAP Manual.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada
(includes Projects and Expert Support)
Canadian Coast Guard Aids and Waterways Services

Marine Communications and Traffic Services

$61,633,865 $17,168,801 $11,007,766
Projects
Remediation and risk management for 91 projects (130 sites)
Assessment of approximately 335 sites

Expert Support
Provision of scientific and technical advice to custodial departments with respect to the risk management of federal contaminated sites
Participation in the project submission process including review of information provided by departments and provision of fish habitat portion of ecological risk evaluation score

Projects
Rem/RM Completed (45 sites)
Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (72 sites)
Rem/RM Plans Completed and Awaiting Implementation (22 sites)
Rem/RM Plans Under Development (90 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (178 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires remediation/RM (140 sites)
Partially Assessed (298 sites)

Expert Support
Provided advice and support to custodians related to fish habitat at contaminated sites
Conducted site visits and peer reviews of remediation/risk management projects reports as requested by custodians and during the FCSAP project submission period.
Participation in technical review committees, workshops and symposia related to contaminated sites management within Canada.



Small Craft Harbours Maintenance
Program Enablers Corporate Services
Health Canada
(includes Projects and Expert Support)

First Nations and Inuit Health First Nations and Inuit Health Protection $44,539,133 $8,154,451 $7,342,885 Projects
Remediation and risk management for 10 projects (10 sites)
Assessment of 5 sites

Expert Support

Provision of scientific and technical advice to custodial departments with respect to the human health risk management of federal contaminated sites
Provision of human health risk assessment training and guidance
Participation in the project submission process including review of human health related information provided by departments and provision of human health risk score

Projects
Rem/RM Completed (1 site)
Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (5 sites)
Rem/RM Plans Completed and Awaiting Implementation (4 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (1 site)
Assessment Completed: Requires remediation/RM (10 sites)

Expert Support
Continued development and update of guidance documents prepared for the benefit of custodians, practitioners and other regulatory agencies.
Funded and participated in workshops and symposia with the goal of advancing the science of risk assessment in Canada.

Indian and Northern Affairs Canada Responsible Federal Stewardship

Northern Land and Resources

Contaminated Sites Remediation

Contaminated Sites

$581,440,542 $117,487,455 $ 89,497,481 Northern Affairs
Remediation and risk management for 28 projects (28 sites)
Assessment of approximately 39 sites

Indian and Inuit Affairs
Remediation and risk management at 33 projects (47 sites)
Assessment of approximately 1,042 sites

Northern Affairs
Rem/RM Completed (3 sites)
Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (9 sites)
Rem/RM Plans Completed and Awaiting Implementation (5 sites)
Rem/RM Plans Under Development (17 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (4 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires remediation/RM (2 sites)
Partially Assessed (116 sites)

Indian and Inuit Affairs
Rem/RM Completed (12 sites)
Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (28 sites)
Rem/RM Plans Completed and Awaiting Implementation (8 sites)
Rem/RM Plans Under Development (25 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (270 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires remediation/RM (49 sites)
Partially Assessed (273 sites)

Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated Management of federal bridge, highway and tunnel infrastructure, and properties in the Montreal area N/A $382,000 $92,000 $0 Remediation and risk management for 1 project (1 site) Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (1 site)
National Defence Contribute to Canada and the international community Contribute to the international community in accordance with Canadian Interests and Values $342,801,458 $57,514,473 $48,795,469 Remediation and risk management for 48 projects (66 sites)

Assessment of approximately 164 sites

Rem/RM Completed (6 site)

Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (44 sites)

Rem/RM Plans Completed and Awaiting Implementation (7 sites)

Rem/RM Plans Under Development (56 sites)

Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (36 sites)

Assessment Completed: Requires remediation/RM (45 sites)

Partially Assessed (86 sites)

Natural Resources Canada Corporate Management The provision of relevant and timely policy analysis and advice for decision-making on government priorities and departmental responsibilities $1,257,000 $325,810 $35,428 Assessment of 6 sites Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (4 sites)

Partially Assessed (2 sites)

National Capital Commission Real Asset Management Land and real asset management $1,551,452 $801,670 $758,633 Remediation and risk management for 2 projects (2 sites)
Assessment of 69 sites
Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (2 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (5 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires remediation/RM (2 sites)
Partially Assessed (60 sites)
Parks Canada Conserve Heritage Resources Active Management and Restoration $8,929,060 $3,937,491 $2,827,811 Remediation and risk management for 10 projects (12 sites)
Assessment of approximately 34 sites
Rem/RM Completed (6 sites)
Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (4 sites)
Rem/RM Plans Completed and Awaiting Implementation (1 site)
Rem/RM Plans Under Development (3 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (2 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires remediation/RM (19 sites)
Partially Assessed (38 sites)
Public Works and Government Services Canada
(includes Projects and Expert Support)

Federal Accommodation & Holdings FCSAP (projects) or FCSAP (expert services) $19,002,194
$5,196,225 $3,951,461 Projects
Remediation and risk management at 16 projects (18 sites)
Assessment of approximately 23 sites

Expert Support
Development of project management tools, dissemination of information on innovative technologies and technologies used at individual projects

Projects
Rem/RM Completed (8 sites)
Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (13 sites)
Rem/RM Plans Under Development (1 site)
Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (2 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires remediation/RM (16 sites)
Partially Assessed (9 sites)

Expert Support
Developed project management tools
Provided information on innovative technologies and technologies used at individual projects
Participated in contaminated sites workshops

Royal Canadian Mounted Police Corporate Infrastructure
$12,334,580 $5,429,100 $3,273,168 Remediation and risk management for 12 projects (13 sites)

Assessment of approximately 371 sites
Rem/RM Completed (2 sites)
Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (7 sites)
Rem/RM Plans Under Development (4 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (327 sites)
Assessment Completed: Requires remediation/RM (3 sites)
Partially Assessed (67 sites)
Transport Canada Policies, Programs & Infrastructure in support of Sustainable Development Environmental Programs $69,023,004 $12,519,948 $9,306,411 Remediation and risk management for 15 projects (18 sites)
Assessment of 1 site
Rem/RM Completed (7 site)

Rem/RM Activities Underway/On-Going (9 sites)

Rem/RM Plans Completed and Awaiting Implementation (1 site)

Rem/RM Plans Under Development (2 sites)

Assessment Completed: Requires no further action (1 site)

Assessment Completed: Requires remediation/RM (4 sites)

Partially Assessed (1 site)

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat Management Policy Development and Oversight Assets and Acquired Services $2,266,971 $481,363 $429,184 Ensures consistency with Treasury Board policies on management of federal contaminated sites, reviews financial aspects of proposals, administers fund and advises Environment Canada on monitoring of government-wide progress Provided advice on the management of federal contaminated sites to custodian departments and to the Environment Canada Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan Secretariat

Maintenance of the Federal Contaminated Sites Inventory
Unallocated program management resources

$1,000,000 ($500,000 in 2008-2009 and 2009-2010) $0 $0 Not applicable
Accommodation charges

$7,117,071 $1,367,467 $1,367,467

TOTALS

$1,243,570,438 $249,900,084 $187,776,587

Comments on variances: $45.9 M will be brought forward into 2008-09 or 2009-10, $13.3 M was lapsed, and $3.0 M was reallocated internally
Results to be achieved by non-federal partners:

* TB approved as of June 13, 2007
** Includes TB approved funding for 2007-08, amounts brought forward from previous years, and interdepartmental reallocations
*** Based on preliminary analysis of 2007-08 FCSAP annual reporting data. Note that custodians have flexibility with respect to activities undertaken and often the number of sites actually worked on will vary from what was planned due to unforeseen delays (weather, difficult access to remote locations, etc.) or changes in custodian priorities.

 


Horizontal Initiative: Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem Initiative
Lead Department: Environment Canada
Lead Department Program Activity: COA Delivery
Start Date: April 1, 2005 (GLAPIV resources) End Date: March 31, 2010 (expiry of COA and GLAPIV resources)
Total Funding Allocated : $40 million over five years (GLAPIV resources), plus Departmental A-Base
Description:

The Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem Initiative is Environment Canada's mechanism for coordinating and delivering federal commitments to restore and maintain the chemical, physical and biological integrity of the Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem, as expressed in the Canada-United States Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement. Environment Canada uses the Canada-Ontario Agreement Respecting the Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem (COA) to engage other federal departments and Ontario in delivering Canada's Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement commitments.

Environment Canada's Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem Initiative (GLBEI) reflects Budget 2005 investments targeted at continuing the work under the Great Lakes Action Plan to improve the ecological integrity of the Great Lakes Basin ecosystem. A total of $40 million over five years was allocated in GLAPIV to continue the environmental restoration of key aquatic Great Lakes areas of concern. Federal departments also use A-Base resources to support their efforts towards achieving COA results.

Shared Outcomes:

The Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement establishes broad, long-term objectives for Canada and the Unites States in restoring and protecting the Great Lakes. The Canada-Ontario Agreement Respecting the Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem (COA) provides a short-term plan for achieving Canada's Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement commitments. Through the COA, federal and provincial agencies are guided by a shared vision of a healthy, prosperous and sustainable Great Lakes Basin ecosystem for present and future generations. The COA also establishes a common purpose and shared goals, results and commitments in four priority areas: restoration of areas of concern; reduction of harmful pollutants; achievement of lake and basin sustainability; and coordination of monitoring, research and information.

Governance Structure :

Eight federal departments are engaged in delivering GLBEI results under the COA: Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Natural Resources Canada, Parks Canada, Transport Canada, Infrastructure Canada and Health Canada.

The COA Management Committee is the senior federal-provincial management body responsible for priority setting, establishing strategies to ensure delivery of the COA, and developing common positions and joint action plans for representing Canadian interests and engaging in cooperative initiatives with the United States agencies and the International Joint Commission.

Planning, prioritization and allocation of GLAPIV monies is managed through the federal Great Lakes Executive Committee, which involves the eight federal signatories to COA. The role of the Great Lakes Executive Committee is to approve strategic directions and priorities for GLAPIV work activities, and to coordinate federal positions, strategies and initiatives in support of binational activities and discussions.



Federal Partners Involved in Each Program Federal Partner Program Activity

 

Name of Programs of Federal Partner Total Approved Planned Spending for 2007-2008 Actual Spending for 2007-2008

(see below for variance notes)

Expected Results for 2007-2008

(See Appendix at end of document for COA Results statements)

Environment Canada Sustainable use & management of natural capital and working landscapes COA $37.5 million GLAPIV plus Departmental A-Base. $7,216,000

(GLAPIV)

$4,210,000

(GLAPIV)

All COA results, except Ann. 2-3.2
Fisheries and Oceans Canada Healthy & Productive Aquatic Ecosystems COA $2.5 million GLAPIV, plus Departmental A-Base $608,000

(GLAPIV)

$571,500

(GLAPIV)

plus

$5,484,750

(A-Base)

Ann. 1-2.4; Ann. 1-2.6; Ann. 3-1.2; Ann. 3-1.3; Ann. 3-1.4; Ann. 3-3.1; Ann. 3-3.2; Ann. 3-4.1; Ann. 3-4.2; Ann. 3-5.1; Ann. 4-1.1; Ann. 4-2.2.
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Health of the Environment COA Departmental A-Base Not Available Not Available Ann. 1-1.2; Ann.1-2.2; Ann. 2-2.3; Ann. 3-1.2; Ann. 3-1.4; Ann. 3-2.2; Ann. 4-1.1; Ann. 4-2.2
Natural Resources Canada Canada is a world leader on environmental responsibility in the development and use of natural resources

Ecosystem risk management: Canada understands and mitigates risks to natural resource ecosystems and human health

COA Departmental A-Base; and

C-Base

$1,599,857

(A and C-Base)

 

 

$1,623,489

(A and C-Base)

 

Ann. 1-2.3; Ann. 2-3.1; Ann. 3-1.4; Ann. 3-2.4; Ann. 3-5.1; Ann. 4-2.2
Parks Canada Conserve heritage resources COA Departmental A-Base Not Available

 

Not Available

 

Ann. 3-1.1; Ann. 3-1.2; Ann. 3-1.3; Ann. 3-2.2; Ann. 3-3.2; Ann. 3-3.3; Ann. 4-1.1; Ann. 4-2.2.
Transport Canada Environmental Protection and Remediation; the Canadian Ballast Water Program COA Departmental A-Base $600,000

(A-Base)

$600,000

(A-Base)

Ann. 3-1.3; Ann. 3-2.1; Ann. 3-4.1; Ann. 3-4.2
Infrastructure Canada Infrastructure funding programs CSIF; MRIF; ICP and Building Canada Plan. Funds approved under Building Canada Plan Not Available

 

Not Available

 

Ann. 1-2.1; Ann. 3-6.1
Health Canada Healthy Environments & Consumer Safety COA Departmental A-Base Not Available

 

Not Available

 

Ann. 2-3.2
TOTAL

GLAPIV

 

(plus Departmental funding)




$7,824,000

(GLAPIV)

(plus Departmental funding)

$4,781,500

(GLAPIV)

(plus Departmental funding)


Results Achieved in 2007-2008:

In 2007-2008 progress toward a healthy and sustainable Great Lakes Basin ecosystem continued on many fronts

  • A new Canada-Ontario Agreement Respecting the Great Lakes Basin was negotiated.
  • Progress was made in completing actions in areas of concern (AOCs). Two AOCs (Wheatley Harbour and Jackfish Bay) began finalizing the scientific evidence required for future announcements of completed actions.
  • The trend of reduction releases continued for many harmful pollutants such as mercury, dioxins and furans
  • The threat of introductions of potentially harmful invasive species was reduced through strict enforcement of the 2006 Ballast Water Control and Management Regulations.

Specific Results by Department :

Environment Canada

Work continued to achieve progress in restoration of Great Lakes areas of concern. Environment Canada contributed $3.44 million towards 34 projects and initiatives including

  • an environmental assessment for the Randle Reef sediment remediation project (Hamilton Harbour AOC);
  • biodiversity Conservation Strategy Implementation (Detroit River AOC); and
  • combined sewer overflow reduction - Home Inspection Program (Niagara River AOC).

Work continued to achieve a better understanding of the state and trends in the Great Lakes Basin ecosystem. Environment Canada worked with universities and other government agencies on many water and wildlife research projects, including:

  • fish health effects in areas of concern;
  • wildlife populations monitoring in Great Lakes areas of concern; and
  • watershed modelling for assessing nutrient loading and water quality.
Work continued to reduce the release of harmful substances. Environment Canada worked with the Great Lakes community on projects, including
  • engaging PCB owners on destruction methods; and
  • updating toxic inventories reports.

Fisheries and Oceans

Work continued to conduct science, enhance fish habitats and control the negative impacts of established invasive species. Projects included

  • assessing the fish habitat availability in Detroit River and St. Clair River;
  • creating the Roger's Creek fish bypass channel (Credit River flowing into Lake Ontario ); and
  • controlling invasive sea lamprey.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Work continued to improve beneficial agriculture management practices with involvement of the Great Lakes farming community in over 13 700 projects, including:

  • improving nutrient management practices;
  • improving water use efficiencies; and
  • improving management of riparian areas including planting of buffers, fencing and alternate watering systems.

Natural Resources Canada

Work continued towards the achievement of sustainable development of Canada's energy, forestry and mineral metals resources within the Great Lakes Basin. Projects included

  • enhancing policies and practices to mitigate forestry impacts on creeks and rivers;
  • confirmation that geotube dewatering is the technology of choice for dewatering Port Hope Harbour sediments so that they can be placed in a long-term waste management facility. Geotube dewatering will reduce the amount of time and effort required to remediate the harbour; and
  • completing, installing and maintaining the prototype Stewardship Tracking System (STS) on-line website, database and mapping tool. This enabled conservation organizations in southern Ontario to enter the location and other information about their stewardship and restoration projects; track and report the success of specific projects; and learn from others about the factors that contribute to successful projects.

Parks Canada

Work continued to manage parks in the Great Lakes Basin and towards the achievement of a viable protected areas network. Projects included

  • the Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area Agreement, establishing the world's largest protected freshwater marine area.
  • educating the public on the importance of our natural heritage through the education and outreach programs for all national parks, national historic sites, national marine conservation areas and the Canada Discovery Centre; and
  • advancing the implementation of the Parks ecological integrity monitoring program for all national parks in the Great Lakes Basin.

 

Transport Canada

Work continued to ensure compliance with the Canada Shipping Act regulations related to the ecosystem health of the Great Lakes. Transport Canada undertook a wide variety of inspection, monitoring and training programs, including such projects as

  • boarding vessels to ensure compliance with ballast water regulations;
  • assessing the role of the domestic fleet in moving aquatic invasive species; and
  • supporting Canadian firms in development of ballast water technology.

Infrastructure Canada

Work continued towards providing funding to infrastructure projects in support of a cleaner environment by improved wastewater treatment for communities located along the Great Lakes. In 2007-2008, in addition to providing funding to already approved wastewater projects, federal funding was also announced for the following wastewater treatment projects in communities situated along the Great Lakes:

  • $17.4 million for the City of Sarnia on July 5, 2007 from the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF), as well as an additional investment of $921,155 on April 23, 2008 from the Gas Tax Fund;
  • $23 million for the City of Brockville on July 5, 2007 from the CSIF; and
  • $650,000 for the City of Orillia on March 26, 2008 from the Gas Tax Fund.

In November 2007, the $33 billion Building Canada infrastructure plan was announced. This funding will be provided over six years until 2014. Wastewater and water projects are key national priority categories of the $8.8-billion Building Canada Fund.

Between February and June of 2008 the Government of Canada announced wastewater projects in the following communities along the Great Lakes as priorities for consideration of federal infrastructure funding under the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF): Parry Sound, Bluewater, Port Rowan and Brockville.

 

Health Canada

Work continued to facilitate research and the exchange of information within the Great Lakes Basin that can be integrated into health policy by all levels of government. Projects included:

  • continued sharing of information with public health units on environmental impacts to human health through the Great Lakes Public Health Network; and
  • advancing the development of a health science framework to guide the work of health scientists.
Comments on Variances :

Dedicated Great Lakes funding (GLAPIV) is received only by Environment Canada and Fisheries and Oceans Canada, each also contributes Departmental A-Base toward achieving results under COA. All other partners to COA (federal and provincial) achieve COA results via departmental funding.

Actual spending by Environment Canada of GLAPIV resources was less than expected in 2007-2008 due to changes in departmental resource allocations following a departmental restructuring exercise. As mentioned above, Environment Canada also spends A-Base funding to achieve COA results; however, exact figures are not available.

For Natural Resources Canada actual spending exceeded planned spending by $23,632 because an additional $30,000 was spent by the CFS Forest Harvesting in Riparian Zones program to repair roads due to flood damage; while the O& M budget for ESS Enhancing Resilience to Climate Change Program was cut by $6,368.

For Parks Canada, exact figures are not available for Total Funding Approved and Planned and Actual Spending for 2007-2008. Parks Canada contributions towards COA objectives are complementary to the Agency's mandated programs and activities and reported via annual Parks Canada Agency departmental performance reports.

For Infrastructure Canada, exact figures are not available for Total Funding Approved, and Planned and Actual Spending for 2007-2008, although under the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF), over $100 million has been provided to upgrade wastewater treatment in Sarnia, Brockville, Thunder Bay and Hamilton. Through the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF) and the Infrastructure Canada Program (ICP), funding has also been provided in support of many water and wastewater projects in smaller communities along the shores of the Great Lakes.

For Health Canada, exact figures are not available for Total Funding Approved and Planned and Actual Spending for 2007-2008. The projects shown to support work under the 2007-2010 COA are delivered through integrated work with other Health & Environment initiatives within the Department.


Appendix - COA Results Statements

ANNEX 1 - AREAS OF CONCERN

Result 1.1 - Reduce microbial and other contaminants and excessive nutrients from industrial or municipal wastewater to achieve delisting targets in Nipigon Bay and St. Lawrence River (Cornwall) AOCs.

Result 1.2 - Reduce microbial and other contaminants and excessive nutrients from rural non-point sources to meet delisting criteria in the St. Lawrence River (Cornwall) AOC.

Result 1.3 - Contaminated sediment management strategies developed for the Wheatley Harbour AOC and implemented in the St. Lawrence River (Cornwall) AOC.

Result 1.4 - Plans in place and being implemented to rehabilitate fish and wildlife habitats and populations to meet delisting targets in the Wheatley Harbour and St. Lawrence River (Cornwall) AOCs.

Result 1.5 - Informed, effective collaboration amongst government, communities and individuals to prioritize and complete actions required for delisting and confirming environmental recovery in Nipigon Bay, Jackfish Bay, Wheatley Harbour and St. Lawrence River (Cornwall) AOCs.

Result 1.6 - Environmental monitoring and reporting to document improvements and track environmental recovery.

Result 2.1 - Reduce microbial and other contaminants and excessive nutrients from municipal sewage treatment plants, combined sewer overflows, urban stormwater and industrial wastewater towards delisting targets in St. Marys River, St. Clair River, Detroit River, Niagara River, Hamilton Harbour, Toronto and Region and Bay of Quinte AOCs.

Result 2.2 - Reduce microbial and other contaminants and excessive nutrients from rural non-point sources towards achieving a remedial action plan (RAP) delisting criteria in St. Clair River, Detroit River, Niagara River, Hamilton Harbour, and Toronto and Region AOCs.

Result 2.3 - Progress made in developing sediment management strategies to reduce ecological and human health risk from contaminated sediments in Thunder Bay, Peninsula Harbour, St. Marys River, St. Clair River, Detroit River, Niagara River, Hamilton Harbour, Port Hope and Bay of Quinte AOCs.

Result 2.4 - Long-term management plans being developed and priority actions for delisting being implemented for rehabilitation and protection of fish and wildlife habitats and populations in St. Marys River, St. Clair River, Detroit River, Niagara River, Hamilton Harbour, Toronto and Region and Bay of Quinte AOCs.

Result 2.5 - Informed, effective collaboration amongst government, communities and individuals to prioritize and complete actions required for delisting and confirming environmental recovery in AOCs.

Result 2.6 - Identify monitoring needs, undertake required studies and evaluate results to assess environmental recovery and support remediation strategies in AOCs.

ANNEX 2 - HARMFUL POLLUTANTS

Result 1.1 - Reduction n releases of Tier 1 substances beyond the 2005 achievements towards the goal of virtual elimination.

Result 2.1 - Reduction in releases of criteria air pollutants.

Result 2.2 - Coordinated activities to reduce releases from municipal wastewater.

Result 2.3 - Develop and initiate a program for the sound management of chemical substances in the Great Lakes Basin.

Result 3.1 - Improved understanding of the sources, fate and impacts of harmful pollutants in the Great Lakes Basin.

Result 3.2 - Human health risks from harmful pollutants are understood and addressed in the Great Lakes Basin

ANNEX 3 - LAKE AND BASIN SUSTAINABILITY

Result 1.1 - Increased awareness and appreciation of the Great Lakes and their contributions to social, economic and environmental well-being.

Result 1.2 - Increased stewardship actions that work towards a balance between human well-being and prosperity, and healthy aquatic ecosystems.

Result 1.3 - Sustainable use of land, water and other natural resources to provide benefits from the Great Lakes now and in the future.

Result 1.4 - Enhanced knowledge about beneficial and harmful impacts of human activities on Great Lakes aquatic ecosystems and resources

Result 2.1 - Reduce microbial and other contaminants and excessive nutrients from industrial and municipal wastewater, combined sewer overflows and urban stormwater sources consistent with actions specified in binational Lakewide Management Plans (LaMPs) and binational lake action plans.

Result 2.2 - Reduce microbial and other contaminants and excessive nutrients from rural sources by undertaking actions specified in the binational Lakewide Management Plans and binational lake action plans.

Result 2.3 - Identification of contaminated sediment and development of sediment management plans to reduce the release and impact of sediment-bound contaminants on the Great Lakes Basin ecosystem.

Result 2.4 - Enhanced knowledge about beneficial and harmful impacts of human activities on Great Lakes water quality.

Result 3.1 - Great Lakes aquatic ecosystems and habitats are protected, restored and sustained consistent with binational Great Lakes planning.

Result 3.2 - Progress on rehabilitation of Great Lakes native species to restore the health of aquatic ecosystems, consistent with binational Great Lakes planning.

Result 3.3 - Enhanced knowledge about beneficial and harmful impacts of human activities on Great Lakes aquatic ecosystems, habitats and species.

Result 4.1 - Implementation in the Great Lakes of the National Action Plan to Address the Threat of Aquatic Invasive Species.

Result 4.2: Enhanced knowledge about the harmful impacts of aquatic invasive species on Great Lakes aquatic ecosystems, food webs and species.

Result 5.1 - The impacts of climate change on the Great Lakes ecosystem composition, structure, and function, including biodiversity (organisms and their habitat), water quality and quantity, human health and safety (including access to clean drinking water), social well-being and economic prosperity are understood by governments and the Great Lakes community.

Result 6.1 - The potential risks to Great Lakes drinking water intakes are identified and assessed, and early action to address risks is undertaken.

Result 6.2 - Develop knowledge and understanding of water quality and quantity issues of concern to the Great Lakes as drinking water sources.

ANNEX 4 - COORDINATION OF MONITORING, RESEARCH AND INFORMATION

Result 1.1 - Responsive and comprehensive monitoring and research programs.

Result 2.1 - Improved reporting on environmental conditions, changes and progress.

Result 2.2 - Increased sharing of data and information among governments, organizations and Basin residents.


Horizontal Initiative: Implementation of the Species at Risk Act
Lead Department: Environment Canada
Lead Department Program Activity: Biodiversity and Wildlife Programs
Start Date: 2000 End Date: Ongoing (Current approval of sun-setting resources portion ends in 2011-2012)
Total Funding Allocated : (from 2000-2001 to 2011-2012) $863 million
Description: This horizontal initiative supports the development and implementation of the Accord for the Protection of Species at Risk and the Species at Risk Act (SARA) that came fully into force in June 2004. Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Parks Canada are the departments and agency responsible for the protection of species at risk under federal jurisdiction. The three departments received funds from Treasury Board in 2000 for the "Implementation of the National Strategy for the Protection of Species at Risk and their Critical Habitat", in 2003 for the "Implementation of the Act respecting the protection of wildlife species at risk in Canada" and in 2007 for "Delivering results under the Species at Risk Act ".
Shared Outcomes:
  • Implementation of SARA
  • Protection of species at risk
  • Protection of biodiversity
Governance Structure :

Formal governance structure

  • Canadian Endangered Species Conservation Council (CESCC) - federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for wildlife
  • Canadian Council of Fisheries and Aquaculture Ministers - federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for fisheries and aquaculture
  • Associate Deputy Ministers Committee (Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Parks Canada)
  • Assistant Deputy Ministers Committee (Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Parks Canada)
  • Director General Operations Committee (Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Parks Canada and others)

Supporting and Advisory Structures

  • Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC) - wildlife conservation experts from federal, provincial and territorial governments, wildlife management boards, Aboriginal groups, universities, museums and national non-governmental organizations
  • National Aboriginal Council on Species at Risk (NACOSAR)- six representatives of the Aboriginal people of Canada
  • Species at Risk Coordinating Committees (SARCC) (specific to each province/territory that has a committee) - federal, provincial/territory
  • Canadian Wildlife Directors Committee (CWDC) - federal, provincial and territorial directors responsible for wildlife
  • Species at Risk Advisory Committee (SARAC) - various stakeholders groups including industry, agriculture, environmental non-governmental organizations and other members with particular expertise concerned with implementation of the Act.
  • Recovery of Nationally Endangered Wildlife (RENEW) Working Group - federal, provincial and territorial representatives responsible for wildlife
  • National General Status Working Group - federal, provincial and territorial representatives
  • Task Group on Aquatic Species at Risk - federal, provincial and territorial representatives


Federal Partners Involved in Each Program Federal Partner Program Activity Name of Programs of Federal Partner Total Approved Planned Spending for 2007-2008 Actual Spending for 2007-2008 Expected Results for 2007-2008 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Environment Canada Biodiversity and Wildlife Programs Environment Canada Species at Risk Program $535.8 million $59.9 million
$ 47.8 million
  • General administration of SARA
  • Annual Report to Parliament
  • Minister's Roundtable
  • Finalization of supporting policies under the National Framework for Species at Risk
  • Management of listing process
  • Continued implementation of the SARA evaluation action plan
  • Preparation of ministerial response statements
  • Finalization of bilateral agreements with provinces and territories
  • Consultations on listing and recovery strategies
  • Work with COSEWIC to adopt an ecosystem approach to the assessment of species at risk
  • Regulatory amendments
  • Preparation of recovery strategies
  • Development of risk management framework to provide guidance to priority recovery strategies
  • Development of outreach material
  • SARA enforcement and compliance promotion
  • General administration of SARA
  • Annual Report to Parliament is currently being developed (see comments on variance)
  • 2006 Minister's Roundtable report and summary of proceedings were posted in July 2007 and the Minister's response was posted in April 2008 on the SARA Registry
  • 2008 Minister's Roundtable - preparations are underway
  • Supporting policies under the National Framework for Species at Risk currently in development (see comments on variance)
  • Management of listing process
  • Continued implementation of the SARA evaluation action plan
  • Preparation of 53 ministerial response statements
  • Bilateral agreements with British Columbia, Quebec and Saskatchewan have been finalized. Other bilateral agreements are currently in development (see comments on variance)
  • Consultations on listing and recovery strategies
  • Work with COSEWIC to adopt an ecosystem approach to the assessment of species at risk
  • Regulatory amendments - 36 species were added to schedule 1 of the Act and 1 species was reclassified
  • EC, DFO and PCA prepared a total of 6 proposed recovery strategies for 6 species, 67 final recovery strategies for 100 species and 2 final management plans for 2 species, which were posted on the SARA Public Registry
  • Development of risk management framework to provide guidance to priority recovery strategies
  • Development of outreach material
  • SARA enforcement and compliance promotion
Fisheries and Oceans Canada Species at Risk Management Fisheries and Oceans Canada Species at Risk Program $216.2 million $26 million 17.6 million
Parks Canada Heritage Resources Conservation Parks Canada Species at Risk Program $111 million $14.1 million $11.6 million
TOTAL     $863 million $100 million $77 million
   
Comments on Variances:

Environment Canada

  • Actual Spending for 2007-2008
    • The lapsing amount is due to several factors notably: receipt of the incremental funds late in the fiscal year, staff vacancies and lag time in staffing new positions, shift of A-base SARA funds to support complementary activities in other wildlife programs (including protected areas, migratory bird program, ).
  • Results Achieved in 2007-2008
    • A joint 2006 and 2007 annual report to Parliament will be tabled in the summer of 2008
    • Final drafts of supporting policies under the National Framework for Species at Risk have been developed and are in consultation. Finalization of these policies is scheduled for the fall 2008.
    • Bilateral agreements regarding the conservation and protection of species at risk with British Columbia, Quebec and Saskatchewan have now been signed. Negotiations are in their final stages in Alberta and Yukon while negotiations have been completed in Ontario. Five more are in active negotiation (Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario and Prince Edward Island).

Parks Canada

  • Actual Spending for 2007-2008
    • The carrying forward of funds was due to the ramping up of new program planning (including the time lag in staffing new positions).

 

Results to be achieved by non-federal partners:
  • Assessment and reassessment of 62 species, subspecies and populations by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC)
  • The provinces and territories are leading or co-leading development of recovery strategies or management plans for 227 species and have led or co-led development of recovery strategies for 51 species that have now been posted as proposed or final.
  • The Habitat Stewardship Program provided $9,815,536 to194 projects aiming at securing and protecting habitat to protect species at risk and support their recovery, mitigating threats to species at risk caused by human activity, and supporting activities identified in recovery strategies.
  • A total of $500,000 from Environment Canada was awarded to 41 projects through the Endangered Species Recovery Fund in 2007-2008. These funds supported research and education efforts by scientists and conservation advocates working to recovery Canadian species at risk.
  • The Aboriginal Fund for Species at Risk (Aboriginal Capacity Building Fund and Aboriginal Critical Habitat Protection Fund) supported 92 projects ($3 million) in 2007-2008 aiming at building Aboriginal capacity for the protection and recovery of species at risk and at the protection of important/critical habitat on Aboriginal lands.
Contact information:

Virginia Poter
Director General
Canadian Wildlife Service
Environment Canada
(819) 994-1360
Virginia.Poter@ec.gc.ca

For further information: http://www.sararegistry.gc.ca/default_e.cfm

Clean Air Agenda



Agenda-Level Reporting

Theme-Level Reporting:



CARA



Clean Energy



Clean Transportation



Indoor Air Quality



Adaptation



International Actions



Partnerships



Management and Accountability

Program Information by Theme


CARA


Clean Energy


Clean Transportation


Indoor Air Quality


Adaptation


International Actions


Partnerships


Management and Accountability

 


Horizontal Initiative:The Clean Air Agenda Lead Department: Environment Canada
Lead Department Program Activity: 3.3 - Risk to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and GHG emissions are reduced Total Funding Allocated: $1.9 billion
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Description
The Government of Canada's Clean Air Agenda (CAA) represents a part of the Government's broader efforts to address the challenges of climate change and air pollution, with a view to building a clean and healthy environment for all Canadians.
In April 2007, the Government announced the details of the regulatory component of the Clean Air Agenda in " Turning the Corner: An Action Plan to Reduce Greenhouse Gases and Air Pollution." This plan set out the approach for reducing greenhouse gas and air pollution emissions from industry. It also described planned regulatory measures to reduce emissions from the transportation sector, actions on consumer and commercial products and actions to improve indoor air quality.
Budgets 2006 and 2007 provided $1.9 billion 1 in funding over four years (2007/08 to 2010/11) for the Clean Air Agenda, which incorporates the development of both regulations and programming to achieve measurable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. The Clean Air Agenda represents only a portion of the overall environment strategy of the government.
The Government recognizes the need for a holistic approach to delivering measurable results for the benefit of all Canadians; therefore, to measure investments against results, a horizontal framework known as the Clean Air Agenda Horizontal Management, Accountability and Reporting Framework (CAA HMARF) was developed. The CAA HMARF consolidates forty-four (44) programs that span nine (9) participating departments and agencies into eight (8) themes, each of which is championed by a lead department.
The eight (8) CAA HMARF themes and departmental leads are:
Clean Air Regulations - Environment Canada; Clean Transportation - Transport Canada; Clean Energy - Natural Resources Canada; Adaptation - Environment Canada; Partnerships - Environment Canada; International Actions - Environment Canada; Management and Accountability - Environment Canada; and, Indoor Air Quality - Health Canada.
Through the CAA HMARF governance structure, participating departments are jointly responsible for the management of the Clean Air Agenda. The governance structure encourages coordination, joint management and clear accountabilities. There are three distinct levels within the CAA HMARF governance structure:
  • Deputy Ministers' Committee
  • Assistant Deputy Minister Steering Committee
  • Director General Theme Lead Coordinating Committee
Environment Canada is designated the lead department for developing and implementing the CAA HMARF, including the responsibility to collectively report to Canadians on the framework.
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1 Funding increased from $1.7 B to $1.9 B due to inclusion of $200 M in additional funding for clean transportation initiatives
SHARED OUTCOMES
The Government of Canada has committed to tangible improvements in Canada's environment and the health of Canadians by:
  • Reducing emissions of GHG & air pollutants.
  • Reducing health risks due to air pollution.
  • Reducing vulnerabilities and risks to communities, infrastructure and to the health & safety of Canadians resulting from climate change.
With a focus on regulatory activities and program measures, the Clean Air Agenda will help to fulfill this commitment as part of a broader environmental agenda.

Agenda-Level Reporting

 


Clean Air Agenda
Total Approved $1,891,956,953
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $294,388,611
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $236,675,588
Percent of 2007-2008 funds spent: 80.40%
Preliminary Expected GHG Reductions 2010-2011
The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. The preliminary expected GHG reductions for the 2010/11 fiscal year for the Clean Air Agenda include 56.5Mt contributed by Clean Air Regulations, 11.0Mt contributed by Clean Energy, 9.6Mt contributed by Clean Transportation, and less than 1Mt contributed by enabling themes: Indoor Air Quality, Adaptation, Partnerships, International Actions, and Management and Accountability.

The estimated emissions reductions are based on estimates for the individual program measures. Given that the industrial regulations are a large portion of the overall estimated reductions, actual emission levels will depend on compliance options chosen by regulated firms. Reduction estimates from individual program measures have been taken on a case-by-case basis and summed up by theme. Due to interactions and synergies within and between programs and regulations the total emissions impact for a given theme may be less than the sum of the individual program measures.
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
OUTCOMES
This initial year of the Clean Air Agenda saw results attributed towards immediate and intermediate outcomes while developing the foundations towards future results.
Central to the Clean Air Agenda is the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions through the development of clean technologies, the use of clean and renewable energy sources and clean transportation, improved energy efficiency within the industrial sector, and improved use of efficient and environmentally safe practices and products.

A suite of initiatives has been designed to complement the regulatory aspects of the Clean Air Agenda that are under development.
  • Canadians take actions in response to forecasted levels of air quality.
  • International Air Quality agreements are consistent with Canada's interests.
  • Reduction measures for indoor air pollutants and radon exposure have been implemented.
In 2007-08 a new laboratory was constructed to support research and development to improve indoor air quality, in addition to initial stakeholder consultations held on indoor air issues. The completion of a new laboratory is an integral element of reducing indoor air pollutants and radon exposure. Through increasing dissemination of information regarding indoor air quality along with a national radon strategy, Canadians will be in a better position to manage and mitigate indoor air quality risks.

Gains were also made relating to the national radon management strategy including the adoption of new Canadian Radon Guidelines with a reduced action level of 200 Bq/m 3 over the previous value of 800 Bq/m 3 ; a radon public education and awareness strategy was developed and a public fact sheet was produced and distributed; a standard procedure was developed for radon testing; 1000 federal buildings were tested; and, measurements of radon in soil were made at 262 sites across Canada to assess areas with high levels. A national radon laboratory was established at the Radiation Protection Bureau in Ottawa. The Laboratory completed the development of two standard radon measurement procedures for residential homes and large buildings (including schools and hospitals).

Consultations were conducted with stakeholders and industry on the draft list of substances that established a priority list of indoor air contaminants that will serve as the basis for the development of guidelines/regulations. Risk assessments and indoor air quality guidelines were developed for ozone and carbon monoxide.
  • Targeted industrial sectors have reduced emissions of GHGs and air pollutants and improved energy efficiency.
Increased participation of industrial stakeholders regarding the implementation of energy efficiency measures and practices. For example, 156 new Canadian companies have registered their corporate commitment to improve energy efficiency and have become leaders in the Canadian Industry Program for Energy Conservation. In-depth consultations were held with respect to energy labelling for buildings leading to the development of a new pilot labelling system for buildings.

More than 110 solar thermal systems were installed in Canada's industrial-commercial-institutional sectors. In addition, 13 residential pilot projects were selected which are expected to result in the installation of 8,000 solar domestic water heaters by 2010. Once these solar water heaters are installed, it is estimated that annually through this use of clean energy technology over 8 kilotonnes of greenhouse gas emissions will be reduced.

An amendment known as "amendment 10" (the Energy Efficiency Regulations) is under development which will account for approximately one-third of the Clean Air Regulatory Agenda's Energy Efficiency Regulations' contribution(- 7.29 petajoules and 0.5 megatonne greenhouse gas reduction from business in 2010, rising to 9.7 megatonnes in 2020).
  • Emissions of GHGs and air pollutants have been reduced, and energy efficiency has improved in Canadian homes and buildings.
In terms of pre-retrofit evaluations more than 102,000 Canadian homes were assessed with 12,000 grants being paid to offset the cost of making energy efficiency improvements. Further, 10% of grant recipients included the use of renewable technologies and products in their renovations projects and an additional 96 retrofit projects were funded in small and medium organizations.

Regulations are also under development to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from industrial sources.
  • Emissions of GHG, air pollutants and energy consumption have been reduced from modes of transportation.
Under the EcoAuto Rebate Program, over $71 million was distributed to purchasers of high efficiency and alternate fuel vehicles and a contribution agreement was signed with the Clean Air Foundation to deliver the Vehicle Scrappage Program.

The EcoEnergy for Fleets program funded 6 projects aimed at installing best practices amongst fleet managers and drivers. Under the ecoFREIGHT program over $6 million was allocated to twenty-three freight technology projects.

In 2007-2008, there were over 39 million instances of knowledge transfer to Canadians raising the awareness of how to augment energy efficiency for personal vehicle use. The knowledge transfer occurred through events such as driver training and receipt of information on best practices for drivers as a result of the EcoEnergy for Personal Vehicles Program. In addition, there were 39,000 Canadian transportation professionals informed or trained under the EcoEnergy Fleets Program; 66,000 mail applications processed, 60,000 calls received and 414,000 visits to the web site made under the ecoAuto Rebate Program; and 23,000 people informed about advanced technology vehicles at 22 events under the ecoTechnology for Vehicles Program.

Regulations are also under development to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles.
  • Emissions of GHGs and air pollutants have been reduced and energy efficiency has improved from the use of efficient and environmentally safe practices and products.
Regulations have been developed to reduce volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in consumer and commercial products such as paints, varnishes, adhesives and vehicle repair cleaners.
  • Emissions of GHG and air pollutants have been reduced due to the use of clean and renewable energy sources.
In 2007-08, more than 60 partnerships and collaborative agreements were established with multi-stakeholders to promote clean energy activities. For example, a federal-provincial-industrial collaborative agreement is in place on an engineering design project for a proposed clean coal gasification power plant. In addition, two projects have been initiated as part of federal-provincial collaboration on energy management standards and information systems.

The above introduction of new measures that immediately address sources of emissions and the development and deployment of clean energy technologies support the transition to major emissions reduction that will be required by regulation over the longer term.

There were also 10 projects established for 757 megawatts of new electricity capacity from renewable sources, producing 2.4 terawatt hours per year.
  • Canadian communities and user groups use tools and information to assess climate risks and plan adaptation strategies.
Tools and information were developed to help Canadians assess climate change risks and to take protective actions. For example, the Canada's Credit for Early Action Program and Canada's Offset System for Greenhouse Gases were published. The Air Quality Benefits Assessment Tool was further refined to estimate the human health benefits or impacts associated with changes in Canada's ambient air quality. The Health Canada Indoor Air Quality website was updated to reflect new information and continued to be an important vehicle for the dissemination of health advice to the public.

The design of the Clean Air Community Partnerships program was completed including the preparation of communications and program materials. A greenhouse gas calculator was created as an estimation tool that will assist those stakeholders and funding recipients within the Clean Air Community Partnerships program to calculate greenhouse gas reductions for individual Clean Air Community Partnerships program projects. These actions support opportunities to promote the Clean Air Agenda and its initiatives leading to more positive environmental actions.
  • International climate change agreements are consistent with Canada's interests.
Climate change is a global issue and Canada remains engaged within the international community. Canada made its assessed contributions, as well as voluntary contributions, to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

Canada also participated in technology-related partnerships including the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership in order to promote and support the development and deployment of clean technologies. Canada obtained membership to the Asia-Pacific Partnership in October 2007. A governance structure to the APP has been operationalized. In this context, consultations were held with key domestic industrial sectors on the APP.

Canada provided support to non-United Nation agencies with the goal of enhancing understanding and assessing options for the development of a future climate change agreement, and worked domestically to develop policy options on a range of climate change issues.

Canada actively participated in the UN and non-UN negotiations and discussions concerning a post-2012 climate change agreement. We ensured that domestic interests and climate change policies were reflected during the formulation and presentation of Canadian negotiating positions. We also advocated our positions within multilateral processes such as the U.S.-led Major Economies Meeting process, the G8, and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation.

Canada participated in the Expert Group on Technology Transfer, established under the UNFCCC, to analyze and identify ways to facilitate and advance technology development and transfer activities.

Canada participated in the Least Developed Countries Expert Group (LEG), established under the UNFCCC to advise least developed countries on the preparation of national adaptation programs of action (NAPAs).
Long-Term Outcomes
  • Health, economic and environmental benefits for Canadians have been realized.
  • Risks to the health of Canadians and the environment resulting from exposure to air pollution have been reduced.
  • Risks to communities, infrastructure and to the health and safety of Canadians resulting from climate change have been reduced.
  • Innovations related to reducing air pollution and addressing climate change have maintained Canadian competitiveness and provided economic benefits.
  • Trans-boundary movement of air pollutants has been reduced.
  • Indoor air quality has been improved.
  • Canada 's emission of air pollutants has been reduced.
  • Canada 's emission of GHGs has been reduced.
  • Canadians and communities have taken actions to reduce their vulnerabilities from and have adapted to predicted impacts of climate change.
  • International trends on climate change are consistent with Canada's interests.

Theme-Level Reporting


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda
Clean Energy
Clean Transportation
Indoor Air Quality
Adaptation
International Actions
Partnerships
Management and Accountability

 


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Lead Department: Environment Canada
Federal Partners: Transport Canada, Natural Resources Canada, Health Canada
Total Approved $347,300,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $63,800,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $42,170,653
Percent of 2007-2008 funds spent: 66.1%
Preliminary Expected GHG Reductions 2010-2011 Approximately 55 MT*
*The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. The main achievement of the 2007-2011 period is the development and implementation of the various components that will drive these reductions. The reductions will progressively begin to be realized to ramp up towards 2020 and to meet the above target.

The preliminary estimate of expected GHG reductions from the Industrial Regulations is calculated from the projected levels (Business as usual) and is derived from lower emission-intensities for the 2010/11fiscal year . Actual emission levels will depend on compliance options chosen by regulated firms.
Description
CARA is an integrated, nationally consistent approach to reduce emissions of both air pollutants and greenhouse gases, intended to protect the health and environment of Canadians, and to avoid falling further behind our trading partners. The regulations and targets to be pursued under CARA are designed to:
a) substantially reduce air pollutant and GHG emissions (20% reduction from 2006 levels by 2020) and air pollutants (20 to 55% reduction from 2006 levels by as early as 2012 and no later than 2015) from major source sectors;
b) provide industry with the long-term certainty and level playing field needed to make significant, synergistic and cost-efficient investments to reduce emissions;
c) strengthen Canada ' s ability to engage effectively in international discussions, such as negotiating additional reductions in the transboundary flow of air pollutants from the US and influencing international GHG negotiations; and
d) control emissions from products that release indoor pollutants.
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Immediate Outcomes

Industrial sectors meet emission levels of air pollutants and GHGs to comply with new or amended regulations by required dates.

Canada's motor vehicles and engines fleet becomes increasingly more fuel efficient and cleaner as a result of new vehicle fuel consumption regulation and new emission control standards applied to regulated modes of transportation and engines used and sold in Canada.

Canadians have access to more environmentally safe and energy efficient products since products sold in Canada are designed and manufactured according to new energy efficiency and environmental regulations.

Improvement of indoor air quality as new federal guidelines for levels of contaminants in indoor air and a national radon risk management strategy are widely deployed and publicized.

Improved reporting for regulatees and compliance facilitated, as these processes are streamlined at the national level, with a single window reporting system and the establishment of flexible compliance mechanisms.
Environment Canada and its federal partners built the foundation of the regulatory and policy infrastructure to achieve CARA objectives.

Released Turning the Corner: An Action Plan to Reduce Greenhouse Gases and Air Pollution and a Regulatory Framework for Air Emissions which establishes mandatory emission reduction targets for industrial and other emission and pollution sources.

The regulatory framework for industrial greenhouse gas emissions was approved and is being implemented.

Extensive consultations were conducted with industry, provinces, and key stakeholders to validate the air pollutant targets and improve the methodology for calculating the caps.

A Notice was published requiring industry to report their 2006 emissions of greenhouse gases and air pollutants and other data for the purposes of informing the development of the proposed regulation.

Using the existing transportation regulatory structure an MOU was negotiated and amendments to regulations and standards were drafted.

The Motor Vehicle Fuel Consumption Standards Act was proclaimed in November 2007. Subsequently, consultations on the development of fuel consumption regulations were conducted with stakeholders during the winter of 2008 (ending in March 2008).

An MOU to reduce air pollutants and GHG emissions from the rail sector was signed in April 2007. Subsequently, the first report on locomotive emissions monitoring was issued in December 2007.

In May 2007, regulations were made under the former Canada Shipping Act to incorporate provisions of the Annex IV Regulations for the Prevention of Air Pollution of the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) International Convention for the prevention of air pollution from ships. Transport Canada also commenced redrafting the regulations to fit under the new Canada Shipping Act, 2001 , which came into force in July 2007. In addition, Transport Canada is participating at IMO regarding GHG emissions.

Canada actively supported the ongoing development of international standards and recommended practices with the Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) concerning GHG and air pollutant emissions from aviation sources. The government also engaged in ICAO's Group on International Aviation and Climate Change (GIACC) to recommend an aggressive program of action on international aviation and climate change by fall 2009.

Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) concentration limits for automotive refinishing products, architectural coating and certain products were developed and proposed; regulations will soon follow.

Amendment 10 to the Energy Efficiency Regulations was pre-published March 29, 2008. This proposed amendment will account for approximately one-third of the CARA Energy Efficiency Regulations' contribution -7.29 petajoules and 0.5 Mt GHG reduction from business as usual in 2010, rising to 9.7 Mt in 2020.

Following nomination of substances to a priority list of indoor air contaminants which will serve as a basis for guideline/regulation development, consultations were conducted with stakeholders and industry on the draft list.

Completion of risk assessments and indoor air quality guideline development for ozone and carbon monoxide.

A new Canadian Radon Guideline with a reduced action level of 200 Bq/m 3 over the previous value of 800 Bq/m 3 was adopted. Consultations on the need for a target of 100 Bq/m 3 for new home construction were also held with stakeholders and the public.

A National Radon Laboratory was established at the Radiation Protection Bureau in Ottawa. The Laboratory completed the development of two standard radon measurement procedures for residential homes and large buildings (including schools and hospitals).

Work to upgrade the One-Window to National Environmental Reporting System (OWNERS) to an improved platform has been initiated.

Preliminary design of the Domestic Credit Tracking System was proposed.

The Canada's Credit for Early Action Program and Canada's Offset System for Greenhouse Gases were published.
Intermediate Outcomes

Canada 's emissions have been reduced from 2006 levels while maintaining competitiveness of Canadian regulated sectors
  • For targeted air pollutants: mainly PM, NOx , SOx , VOCs and some specific such as NH3 , Hg, benzene, PAHs, fluorides
  • For greenhouse gases (as CO2 equivalent)
Final Outcome

Human health and environmental quality are improved
  • Due to reduced emissions of indoor and outdoor air pollutants, and greenhouse gases.


Clean Energy Lead Department: Natural Resources Canada
Federal Partners: Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
Total Approved $877,040,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $101,500,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $81,623,693
Percent of 2007-2008 funds spent: 80.42%
Preliminary Expected GHG Reductions 2010-2011 11.0 MT*
*The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. The above represents the preliminary expected GHG reductions for the Clean Energy theme.

Reduction estimates from individual program measures have been taken on a case-by-case basis and summed up by theme. Due to interactions and synergies within and between programs and regulations the total emissions impact for a given theme may be less than the sum of the individual program measures.
Description
Energy production and use is responsible for the majority of Canada's greenhouse gas and air pollution emissions. While mandatory national regulation is the centerpiece of the Government's Clean Air Agenda, there remains a need to address important energy-related sources of emissions and air pollutants that cannot be effectively addressed through regulation.

As part of the Clean Air Agenda, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) are delivering the ecoENERGY Initiatives - a set of measures to promote smarter energy use, increase clean energy supply, and support the development and deployment of clean energy technologies.

The suite of Clean Energy initiatives has been designed to complement the regulatory aspects of the Clean Air Agenda by highlighting existing government work and introducing new measures that immediately address important sources of emissions and that will facilitate the transition to major emissions reductions that will be required by regulation over the longer term.

As the lead department for the Clean Energy theme, NRCan is responsible for collecting, collating and reporting information on the progress of Clean Energy programming.
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Immediate Outcomes

Partnerships and collaborative agreements with stakeholders to promote clean energy activities that result in lower emissions of GHGs and CACs.
More than 60 partnerships and collaborative agreements have been established with a variety of stakeholders to promote clean energy activities. For instance, a federal-provincial-industrial collaborative agreement is in place on an engineering design project for a proposed clean coal gasification power plant. In addition, two projects have been initiated as part of a federal-provincial collaboration on energy management standards and information systems.
Involvement by industry in developing and using energy efficiency products, services, and processes that result in lower emissions of GHGs and CACs. In 2007/08, industrial stakeholders became increasingly involved in the implementation of energy efficiency measures and practices. In particular, 156 new Canadian companies have registered their corporate commitments to improve energy efficiency and have become leaders in the Canadian Industry Program for Energy Conservation (CIPEC). Further, in-depth industry consultations were also held in the development of a new pilot labelling system for buildings.
Transfer and/or use of clean energy technologies and practices leading to lower emissions of GHGs and CACs. More than 110 solar thermal systems were installed in Canada's Industrial/Commercial/Institutional sectors and 13 residential pilot projects were selected which are expected to result in the installation of 8000 solar domestic water heaters by 2010. Once installed, over 8 kilotonnes of GHG emissions will be displaced annually. Also, in 2007/08, 10 projects were established for 757 MW of new electricity capacity, from renewable sources, producing 2.4 terawatt-hours per year. With regards to energy efficiency, more than 102,000 Canadian homes had pre-retrofit evaluations and 12,000 grants were paid to offset the cost of making energy efficiency improvements. Further, 10% of grant recipients included renewable technologies and products in their renovation. An additional 96 retrofit projects were funded in small and medium organizations.
Awareness and understanding among stakeholders of the potential for, and methods of, reducing GHGs and CACs through energy production and use. The activities within the clean energy theme have raised awareness and understanding of clean energy programming through a number of measures targeted at Canadians, including the delivery of specific programming in Aboriginal and northern communities . An ecoENERGY website has been developed and maintained to provide program information and promotional materials/information products have also been produced. Several clean energy networks have been established to engage key stakeholders and to share information and best practices. Representatives from the clean energy theme have participated in a variety of conferences to raise awareness of energy efficiency, renewable energy and clean energy technologies. More than 225 workshops have been held across the country to provide training and information tools to industry and other target audiences. Further, a number of policy studies have been published and reported in peer-reviewed literature.
Policy and monitoring that supports GHG and CAC reductions. NRCan officials have provided policy documents and advice to the Minister of Natural Resources and other senior officials in support of policy development and decision making. Theme representatives worked closely with Environment Canada (the lead department) to finalize the Regulatory Framework for Industrial GHG Emissions and in the development/implementation of the Horizontal Management, Accountability and Reporting Framework for the Clean Air Agenda. In addition, science and policy experts participated in several national and international fora to discuss policy options for achieving Canada's medium and long-term climate change objectives.
Intermediate Outcomes
  • Adoption of energy efficient products and services that result in reduced GHGs and CACs.
  • Adoption of renewable energy products and services, and strengthened infrastructure, resulting in reduced GHGs and CACs.
  • Availability of innovative, market-ready energy processes, products and services that result in reduced GHGs and CACs.
Final Outcomes
  • Reduced emissions of GHGs and CACs from clean energy activities.


Clean Transportation Lead Department: Transport Canada
Federal Partners: Natural Resources Canada, Environment Canada
Total Approved $461,716,953
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $98,799,611
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $92,606,718
Percent of 2007-2008 funds spent: 93.73%
Preliminary Expected GHG Reductions 2010-2011 9.6 MT*
*The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. The above represents the preliminary expected GHG reductions for the Clean Transportation theme.

The estimated emissions reductions are based on the targets outlined in the final Regulatory Framework as well as estimates for the individual program measures. Given that the industrial regulations are a large portion of the overall estimated reductions, actual emission levels will depend on compliance options chosen by regulated firms. Reduction estimates from individual program measures have been taken on a case-by-case basis and summed up by theme. Due to interactions and synergies within and between programs and regulations the total emissions impact for a given theme may be less than the sum of the individual program measures.
Description
The Clean Transportation Theme program measures will work towards: improved management of sustainable transportation infrastructure in communities; improved efficiency and reduced emissions of air pollutants and greenhouse gases (GHG) from the movement of goods; and improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions from the personal vehicle fleet.
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Immediate Outcomes
  • Informed positions on policies and programs influencing transportation technologies and practices;
  • Increased uptake of technologies that reduce energy consumption, GHG or CAC;
  • Increased participation by target audience in emission reducing activities through partnerships and other program activities; and
  • Increased capacity by target audience to undertake initiatives that reduce energy consumption or GHG or CAC or release of toxic substances.
In 2007-2008, the 12 programs under the Clean Transportation Theme were in their first year of operation. Program managers sought, in the first instance, to complete the design and start-up of the programs, including consulting with stakeholders, preparing documentation and staffing. Consequently, performance under the theme can best be assessed in terms of immediate outputs, rather than outcomes. The main result areas were in terms of financial support, information and decision support, partnerships and networks and research studies.

Financial support in the form of incentives was provided to vehicle purchasers under the ecoAuto Rebate Program, and to commercial freight operators under the Freight Technology Demonstration Fund and the Freight Technology Incentive Program. In 2007-2008, over $71 million was distributed to purchasers of high efficiency and alternate fuel vehicles under the ecoAuto Rebate Program. The first rounds of project selection were completed under the freight programs. A contribution agreement was completed with the Clean Air Foundation to deliver incentives to owners of old vehicles for the Vehicle Scrappage Program. The ecoEnergy for Personal Vehicles program and the ecoEnergy for Fleets program provide financial support for projects geared towards reducing emissions. The ecoENERGY for Personal Vehicles program funded five projects committed to promoting driving best practices through outreach. Similarly, the ecoEnergy for Fleets program funded 6 projects aimed at installing best practices amongst fleet managers and drivers.

Even during a period of high fuel prices, it is important that consumers and businesses have access to good information about fuel saving technologies and practices, and training in the use of these technologies and practices. In 2007-2008, there were over 39 million instances of knowledge transfer to Canadians raising the awareness of how to augment energy efficiency for personal vehicle use. The knowledge transfer occurred through events such as driver training and receipt of information on best practices for drivers as a result of the ecoEnergy for Personal Vehicles Program. In addition, there were 39,000 Canadian transportation professionals informed or trained under the EcoEnergy Fleets Program; 66,000 mail applications processed, 60,000 calls received and 414,000 visits to the web site made under the ecoAuto Rebate Program; and 23,000 people informed about advanced technology vehicles at 22 events under the ecoTechnology for Vehicles Program.

Through partnerships and networks, Clean Transportation Programs seek to leverage the federal government's resources and to build public support and impetus for existing programs.

Under the ecoMobility Program, which works primarily with municipal governments and transit authorities, an implementation plan was developed to support Transportation Demand Management (TDM) project implementation and a request for TDM proposals was launched. A national network of TDM practitioners is being developed.

The ecoTechnology for Vehicles Program involves close cooperation with the automotive industry to identify barriers to the introduction of low-emission vehicles.

Under the ecoFreight Partnerships Program, a rail industry conference was organized to inform participants of emission-reduction opportunities, and two conferences sponsored to increase awareness and promote best-in-class carriers and shippers.

Under the Marine Shore Power Program, the advice of the marine and port authorities was sought to design the first round of project selection, to be held in August, 2008.

The Analytical and Policy Support Program held two stakeholder workshops on active transportation.

Under the ecoEnergy for Personal Vehicles Program, five organizations have made formal commitments to engage in emission-reducing activities.

Under the ecoEnergy for Fleets Program, three partnerships were signed with municipalities. These programs are ensuring that Canadians are fully engaged in the task of reducing transportation emissions.

The completion of research studies is essential to inform government, industry and consumer choices on matters ranging from program design to the availability and cost-effectiveness of emission-reduction technologies.

In 2007-2008, the National Harmonization for Trucking Initiative completed six studies to review the implications of a national speed limiter mandate for heavy trucks.

The Analytical and Policy Support Program completed studies on the emission reduction potential and related costs of active transportation, shipping initiatives, transportation emissions trading, fuel efficiency technologies in the heavy-duty truck sector, transportation GHG emissions estimate by mode.

The ecoEnergy for Personal Vehicles Program completed research studies on driver awareness of fuel efficiency choices, EnerGuide label compliance and AutoSmart driver training. The ecoEnergy for Fleets Program completed four research papers on how to reduce emissions from class 8 (heavy duty) trucking.

The launching of these programs in 2007-2008 has laid the foundation for more tangible results, both in terms of outputs and outcomes, in 2008-2009.
Intermediate Outcomes
  • Use of transportation technologies and alternative modes that reduce energy consumption or GHG or CAC; and
  • Use of transportation best practices that reduce energy consumption or GHG or CAC.
Final Outcome
  • Reductions in energy consumption or GHG or CAC from transportation.


Indoor Air Quality Lead Department: Health Canada
Federal Partners: National Research Council of Canada
Total Approved $23,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $5,500,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $4,606,147
Percent of 2007-2008 funds spent: 83.75%
Preliminary Expected GHG Reductions 2010-2011 Less than 1Mt*
*The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. The above represents the preliminary expected GHG reductions for the Indoor Air Quality theme.
The estimated emissions reductions are based on the targets outlined in the final Regulatory Framework as well as estimates for the individual program measures. Given that the industrial regulations are a large portion of the overall estimated reductions, actual emission levels will depend on compliance options chosen by regulated firms. Reduction estimates from individual program measures have been taken on a case-by-case basis and summed up by theme. Due to interactions and synergies within and between programs and regulations the total emissions impact for a given theme may be less than the sum of the individual program measures.
Description
Health Canada and National Research Council of Canada are responsible for implementation of the Indoor Air theme as an integral element of the government's broader Clean Air Agenda (CAA). This CAA theme consists of two elements; the Indoor Air R&D initiative (National Research Council Canada) and the Radon Program (Health Canada). Together these initiatives will contribute to theme results by supporting the research, development and dissemination of knowledge of indoor air quality risks and ways by which these risks can be managed. By generating and sharing knowledge about indoor air pollutants and how they can be managed, the Indoor Air theme elements will support informed decision-making by governments, industry and consumers on cost-effective means to reduce harmful exposures and, in so doing, reduce health risks. While the findings from these two research-based initiatives can provide useful input to potential regulatory initiatives under the Clean Air Agenda, their utility extends well beyond that, most notably by helping to identify and target non-regulatory measures that address indoor air concerns.
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Immediate Outcomes

Improved awareness by public, property managers, and governments of health risks and causes of reduced indoor air quality and strategies to improve it.
  • 20 % of Canadians are aware of specific technical solutions to improve air quality (2010/11).
Development and support of technological solutions for improved IAQ.
  • Technically sound infrastructure and knowledge in place to support and assess IAQ improvement technologies (2010/11).
Increased knowledge of health impacts and mitigation strategies related to indoor air pollution.
  • One research intervention field study on ventilation, air distribution and health conducted (2011).
National Research Council of Canada

Equipment purchased and commissioned for field work and assessment of selected IAQ solutions.

Shell and building services for new Indoor Air Research Laboratory completed.

Field protocols for the field study in Quebec City - in collaboration with INSPQuebec - completed and approved by ethics board and reviewers.

Three consultation meetings held with stakeholders towards the creation of the National Indoor Air Quality Committee.

Review of technological solutions for IAQ completed.

Communication strategy developed to form and engage advisory and technical committee for the development of improved IAQ solutions.

Health Canada

Completed ground-based analysis of soil gas radon concentrations at 262 sites (in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and southern Ontario). Locations around Sarnia in southern Ontario showed higher than average soil gas radon concentrations, suggesting they are potentially radon-rich.

Developed a fall/winter 2008 radon marketing/communications strategy focusing on homeowners, commercial building owners, the building industry and public health practitioners.

Fourteen radon stakeholder workshops held across Canada as part of strategy to encourage stakeholder involvement in radon testing and remediation.

Developed and distributed a radon fact sheet via stakeholders and industry partners.

Developed a standard procedure for radon testing in large buildings, starting with federal buildings.

Prepared information package on the objectives of the project, the process for testing, and the means by which data and results will be shared.

Tested about 1000 buildings across Canada in 2007/08, representing 5% of the stock estimated to be in high-risk areas.
Intermediate Outcomes

Reduced health risks from poor indoor air quality.

Development and effective application of regulations, guidelines and recommendations related to indoor air quality.
  • 20 % of Canadians consumers are using technologies which are positively assessed to improve IAQ by 2016.
Production and uptake of new products/techniques related to reducing health risks from poor indoor air quality
  • 25 % of Canadian Manufacturers of IAQ solutions offering positively rated IAQ technologies in their line of IAQ products by 2016.
Final Outcome

Adverse effects of poor indoor air on the health of Canadians are reduced.


Adaptation Lead Department: Environment Canada
Federal Partners: Health Canada, Natural Resources Canada, Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, Public Health Agency of Canada
Total Approved $115,900,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $7,339,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $5,718,905
Percent of 2007-2008 funds spent: 77.93%
Preliminary Expected GHG Reductions 2010-2011
The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. While this Theme will not likely achieve direct emission reduction, it does play an important complementary role through helping Canadians adapt to the effects of climate change, building partnerships for program delivery or knowledge transfer and placing Canada within the important international environmental community.
Description
The six Adaptation programs will begin to help all Canadians build their capacity to adapt, by developing knowledge, information, tools and/or collaborative arrangements that they need to take action to successfully reduce their risks. These initiatives differ from many of the programs within the Clean Air Agenda as they do not contribute to reductions of greenhouse gases, but rather support the critical complementary activity of adaptation to climate change impacts.
About half of the total funding will build capacity to respond to diverse risks across the country and remain relevant to many economic sectors and regions. The other half will be targeted to address three urgent risks: (i) the North , where impacts of a changing climate are already very visible, vulnerability of communities and infrastructure is high, and the federal government has unique constitutional and land claims obligations toward Aboriginal people and northerners; (ii) human health , which faces particular risks through changing climate conditions and extremes, and the spread of infectious diseases; and (iii) infrastructure , in which governments and firms will invest hundreds of billions of dollars over the next decade, which must be designed to endure climate conditions that will differ from those of the past.
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The Air Quality Health Index and Air Quality Forecasting Program of the Adaptation theme received TB approval in 2007/08, while other programs were not approved until early April 2008 - some results were reported in 2007/08 (see below)

Immediate Outcome
  • Increased availability of adaptation and air quality information and products;
  • Increased awareness and understanding of the risks of climate change and of the impacts of air quality on health and of response strategies;
  • Greater collaboration in place to address adaptation planning and health impacts; and
  • Increased capacity to conduct and apply adaptation and air quality science
A number of Programs within the Theme, funded early in fiscal year 2008-2009, were not able to report on results. Some Departments, however, did undertake activities during this period, accounting for the level of spending reported:
  • Indian and Northern Affairs Canada - "Assist Northerners in assessing key vulnerabilities and opportunities"
  • Environment Canada - "National Air Quality Health Index and Air Quality Forecast Program"
  • Health Canada - "National Air Quality Health Index and Air Quality Forecast Program"
  • Public Health Agency of Canada - "Climate and infectious disease alert and response system to protect the health of Canadians"
The bulk of the expenditures in 2007 - 2008 were related the National Air Quality Health Index Program. The Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) provides a daily measure of air pollution health impacts and will provide the public with means to make informed decisions to reduce exposure to health risks posed by smog . The AQHI was launched in Toronto and 14 communities in British Columbia. Groundwork to ensure continued implementation in at least six additional communities for fiscal 2008-09 also took place.
Results to be achieved by non-federal partners :
For the PHAC element communities will identify infectious disease vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies that will provide models for replication for communities across the country. Involved universities will develop research and expertise on waterborne and vectorborne disease in relation to climate change effects.
Intermediate Outcomes
  • Increased use of adaptation information and products;
  • Increased capacity of Canadians to adapt to climate change and a reduction in health risks related to air quality; and
  • Additional approaches to adapt to climate change are developed in targeted areas.
Final Outcomes
  • Reduced vulnerabilities and risks to communities, infrastructure and health and safety of Canadians resulting from climate change; and
  • Reduced exposure to health risks due to climate change related health risks.


International Actions Lead Department: Environment Canada
Federal Partners: Natural Resources Canada, Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Industry Canada
Total Approved $50,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $13,200,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $7,762,978
Percent of 2007-2008 funds spent: 58.81%
Preliminary Expected GHG Reductions 2010-2011
The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. While this Theme will not likely achieve direct emission reductions, it does act as an enabler for those themes which have committed to reduction targets.
Description
This theme aims to advance Canada's international action, improve Canadian air quality and reduce global greenhouse gas emissions. Funding in the amount of $50M is required to implement the following:
  1. Engage in the development of a Particulate Matter (PM) Annex and lay the groundwork for a potential cross border emissions trading annex for air pollutants under the Canada-U.S. Air Quality Agreement;
  2. Continue to engage across a number of multilateral fora, on behalf of the Canadian Government, in strategic international climate change discussions and negotiations;
  3. Undertake actions related to compliance with existing treaty obligations under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Kyoto Protocol, including: payment of assessed contributions, provision of discretionary administrative funding, development of a tradable unit tracking system; and also contribution to other international climate change initiatives.
  4. Seek membership in the Asia-Pacific Partnership on Clean Development and Climate.
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Immediate Outcomes

Canada satisfies its international treaty obligations related to the accounting of national greenhouse gas emissions and funding for multilateral bodies.

Canadian leaders and senior officials are well-prepared to advance Canada's strategic interests related to climate change and air pollution in multilateral and bilateral fora.

Canada 's domestic and international climate change and air pollution policies & negotiating positions are aligned and reflective of its national circumstances.

Canada 's profile as a provider of climate-friendly technologies is enhanced.
International financial and other obligations

Canada established its national registry.

Canada 's international funding obligations under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) for 2007-2008 were met. Canada also made voluntary contributions to the UNFCCC.

Canada also provided support to non-UN agencies with the goal of enhancing understanding and assessing options for the development of a future climate change agreement.

Canada participated in technology-related partnerships outside of the UN, including the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership in order to promote and support the development of clean technologies needed to reduce GHG emissions and address climate change.

International Participation and Negotiations

All relevant departments worked closely to develop policy options and develop and present positions on a range of climate change issues.

Policy documents and advice to Ministers, Deputy Ministers and other senior officials in support of policy development and decision-making were provided by all relevant departments. In this context, relevancy of and consistency with domestic initiatives to address climate change (e.g., ecoENERGY, Turning the Corner) were referenced in briefing materials prepared for international climate change meetings.

Canada actively participated in the UN and non-UN negotiations and discussions leading to the establishment of a post-2012 climate change agreement. These discussions occurred at the G8, the Major Economies Meeting process, APEC, the Commonwealth, other UN events.

Canada 's network of Embassies and other Missions abroad was also used to advocate Canadian positions on climate change issues, and gather insight into positions of other Parties.

Canada also participated in the Expert Group on Technology Transfer, established under the UNFCCC to analyze and identify ways to facilitate and advance technology development and transfer activities.

Canada participated in the Least Developed Countries Expert Group (LEG), established under the UNFCCC to advise least developed countries on the preparation of national adaptation programs of action (NAPAs).

Canada 's international participation contributed to ensuring that the future agreement on climate change will be consistent with our domestic approach on climate change and will promote Canadian environmental and economic interests.

Asia-Pacific Partnership

Canada obtained membership to the Asia-Pacific Partnership in October 2007. A governance structure to operationalize Canada's participation in the APP has been operationalized.

Canada is participating in the work of all but one of the APP Task Forces, and is facilitating the involvement of the Canadian private sector in the work of the APP.

In this context, consultations with key domestic industrial sectors were held.

Relevant departments provided advice and input to the APP Secretariat and inter-departmental working group in developing Canada's governance structure and operational guidelines. Input and advice on potential project selection criteria were also provided.

Particulate Matter Annex

Negotiations of a PM Annex were launched and two inter-sessional working groups to prepare the second round of negotiations were established.
Intermediate Outcomes
  • Canada 's interests and objectives related to climate change and air quality are successfully advanced.
  • Canadian private sector gains exposure to international markets and R&D opportunities that support the transfer and adoption of technologies and activities that address climate change and air pollution.
Final Outcome
  • International action on climate change and air pollution is consistent with Canada's interests and contributes to the global advancement of these issues.


Partnerships Lead Department: Environment Canada
Total Approved $12,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $3,000,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,000,600
Percent of 2007-2008 funds spent: 33.53%
Preliminary Expected GHG Reductions 2010-2011
The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. While this Theme will not likely achieve direct emission reductions, it does act as an enabler for those themes which have committed to reduction targets.
Description
This program was established by the federal government in support of Turning the Corner: A Plan to Reduce Greenhouse Gases and Air Pollution . The main objective is to improve capacity of communities and individuals to take action on clear air and climate change by stimulate the trial of new actions and purchases, which may have lasting benefits and result in significant reductions over the longer-term, which will lead Canadians to take positive environmental actions at home, school and workplace.
Its goal is to ensure that all funded projects have measurable results and can be replicated by other groups or organizations. Projects funded through CACP are designed to engage Canadians to take positive environmental action in the following areas: Home and outdoor energy efficiency - Encourage energy and water efficiency, waste reduction and the replacement or purchase of more energy-efficient products or technologies, including energy-efficient home appliances, lighting, lawn mowers and the purchase of energy from renewable sources; School-based sustainability - Improve the energy efficiency of school operations and facility management by engaging custodians, principals, teachers, students and parents. The program includes an educational component to engage teachers and students in learning about energy efficiency, water efficiency and waste reduction; and Greening the workplace - Inspire employees to adopt environmentally friendly behaviours at work and to encourage business owners and managers to implement measures to reduce energy consumption and associated emissions in their daily operations.
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Immediate Outcomes
  • The Clean Air Community Partnerships Program is launched.
  • Promotional materials for the CACP program (including web site) are developed and distributed to appropriate stakeholders.
  • The Request for Proposals (for funding starting in FY 2008-09) is issued.
  • Contribution Agreements will be in place for Strategic Investments.
  • A contract with a GHG / CAC Valuation Expert is in place to provide results monitoring and measurement support to Strategic Investment projects.
  • Proposals for 2007-2008 Strategic Investment projects are approved and announced.
  • Program assistance to be provided by EcoAction Regional offices (including proposal review, management of contribution agreements and reporting requirements) is determined and communicated clearly with the regional offices.
  • An Inter-departmental Advisory Committee is established for the CACP program.
  • Proposal Review Committee is established and its members are effectively briefed on the program goals, requirements, and evaluation process/tools to be used in proposal assessment.
  • Program materials and tools, including application forms, proposal evaluation tools, project tracking database, and GHG/CAC valuation tools are developed.
  • An RMAF is developed for the CACP program, including the development of an evaluation plan, indicators, performance measures.
Completed the design and start-up of the Clean Air Community Partnerships program. Consulted with stakeholders, prepared documentation and staffing. The main result areas achieved were in terms of implementation:
  • A Program Manager was hired.
  • Communications and program materials were prepared.
  • Performance indicators developed.
  • GHG calculator created. The GHG calculator is an estimation tool that will assist both CACP staff and funding recipients to calculate GHG reductions for individual CACP projects.
  • Contribution to Clean Air HMARF was completed for the Partnerships Theme.
Intermediate Outcomes
  • Community initiatives that provide incentives for Canadians to take action on Clean Air and Climate Change are funded.
  • Community initiatives that provide incentives for Canadians to take action on Clean Air and Climate Change are funded.
  • Program Governance Structure is designed and implemented.
  • Program Management Systems and Evaluation Tools and are developed.
Final Outcomes
  • A greater number of Canadians are engaged in protecting our environment, including our air, water, land, climate and nature.
  • Communities and individuals are better able to manage and take a lead on environmental issues.
  • Community Funding Programs are managed effectively to deliver on departmental priorities.


Management and Accountability Lead Department: Environment Canada
Total Approved $5,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $1,250,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,185,894
Percent of 2007-2008 funds spent: 94.87%
Preliminary Expected GHG Reductions 2010-2011
The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. The Management and Accountability Theme coordinates and supports the implementation of the Clean Air Agenda Framework, acting as an enabler for those themes which have committed to reduction targets.
Description
The Management and Accountability Theme sets the path for the Clean Air Agenda, Horizontal Management, Accountability and Reporting Framework (CAA-HMARF) which facilitates management and reporting of financial and non-financial performance information at the program level within 8 themes on a consolidated basis (at the theme and agenda levels) across participating departments and agencies. This them ensures that ongoing monitoring and assessment of progress in achieving objectives and expected outcomes against finanical investments is made; and facilitates the setting of priorities and reallocating of resources, as appropriate ensuring engagement of the governance structure within the CAA-HMARF.
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Immediate Outcomes
  • Clear roles, responsibilities and accountabilities for implementing, managing and reporting on CAA activities
  • Appropriate balance of departmental and horizontal CAA accountabilities
  • Coherent CAA program architecture
  • Effective alignment of resources to CAA priorities
  • Effective and timely collection and reporting of performance information
Final CAA-Horizontal Management Accountability and Reporting Framework completed and submitted to Treasury Board for approval.

Key governance documents completed and approved:
  • Charter
  • Performance Indicators for each CAA-HMARF Theme together with logic model
  • Strategies i.e. risk, reporting, information management, financial management, evaluation
CAA Thematic Program Architecture developed and cross-walked to departmental PAA
  • Reporting structures developed and aligned to CAA PAA
Creation of Clean Air Agenda Results Management Secretariat within EC to facilitate collaboration and oversee implementation of the framework

Key management/reporting documents completed and approved:
  • 06/07 CAA chapter included in Canada's Performance Report
  • Consolidated ARLU Report completed and made available to the public
  • 08/09 Report on Plans and Priorities for the CAA completed and made available to the public
  • 08/09 CAA work plan developed to deliver on RPP
Intermediate Outcomes
  • Active engagement of partner departments and agencies in horizontal aspects of CAA activities
  • Effective decision-making regarding CAA activities
  • Improved accountability of Federal Government to Parliamentarians and Canadians for CAA expenditures and activities
Final Outcome
  • Increased ability to achieve CAA outcomes.

 

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Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Environment Canada
CARA Program 1 : Industrial Sector Regulatory Actions Program Activity: 3.3 - Risk to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and GHG emissions are reduced
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $60,500,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $11,950,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $5,404,154
Salary O&M G&C Capital
$1,389,443 $3,654,211 $173,900 $186,600

Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Regulatory Framework
Development of a regulatory framework for emissions of air pollutants and GHG emissions from all key industrial sectors and in partnership with all responsible jurisdictions, through an integrated, multi-pollutant approach.

Legal Analysis
Regulations are consistent with the authorities in the enabling legislation

Flexible Compliance Mechanisms

Providing firms with a variety of options to comply with the regulations there by reducing the economic impact of the regulations.

Air Emissions Targets
Development of targets that are consistent with leading environmental standards and are at least as rigorous as those in the US;

Reporting System
A rigorous system to ensure that the targets are met, while minimizing the burden on reporting industries and avoiding duplication, where possible, and allowing for transparency of information.
Regulatory Framework
Released in April 2007, Turning the Corner: An Action Plan to Reduce Greenhouse Gases and Air Pollution and a Regulatory Framework for Air Emissions which establishes mandatory emission reduction targets for industrial and other emission and pollution sources.

Publication on March 10, 2008 of

1. Turning the Corner: Regulatory Framework for Industrial Greenhouse Gas Emissions, which sets out the final regulatory framework for industrial greenhouse gas emissions. Translation of the regulatory framework for industrial greenhouse gas emissions into draft regulations is underway with the intent to publish the proposed regulations by December 2008 for public comment

Legal Analysis
Legal review to ensure regulatory framework is consistent with the authorities under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 .

Flexible Compliance Mechanisms:

Publication on March 10, 2008 of:

2. Turning the Corner: Canada's Credit for Early Action Program , which set out the eligibility requirements and process for allocating early action credits.

3. Turning the Corner: Canada's Offset System for Greenhouse Gases which provided an overview of the design of Canada's offset system.

Air Emissions Targets

Officials consulted with industry, provinces/territories, and key stakeholders to validate the target levels and conducted further internal analysis to improve the methodology used to derive the air pollutant caps. Cabinet decided in May 2008 to take more time to finalize the air pollutant framework.

Reporting System

A Notice was published December 8, 2007 requiring industry to report their 2006 emissions of greenhouse gases and air pollutants and other data for the purposes of informing the development of the proposed regulation. Infrastructure for the emissions reporting database and domestic credit tracking systems are under development.


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Environment Canada
CARA Program 2a: Transportation Sector Regulatory Actions Program Activity: 3.3 - Risk to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and GHG emissions are reduced
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $24,200,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $4,350,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,105,004
Salary O&M G&C Capital
$219,512 $845,492 $40,000 0

Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Proposed Air Emission Reductions (On and Off Road)

Reduced emissions of air pollutants (NOx, VOC and particulate matter) from vehicles and engines. Emission reductions achieved vary by individual regulations and depend on many factors such as the emission rates of existing products, the stringency of the regulated levels and the attrition rate of particular types of vehicles and engines.
Developed a joint Canada-US workplan to enhance regulatory cooperation with the US EPA under the Canada-US Air Quality Agreement to reduce the cross-border flow of pollution.

Negotiated a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Railway Association of Canada (RAC), that is consistent with U.S. EPA air pollution standards and that ensures that the rail industry continues to improve its greenhouse gas emission performance during the period 2006-2010.
Marine spark-ignition engine and off-road Recreational Vehicles

Total emissions from the in-use fleet of outboard engines, personal watercraft, snowmobiles, off-road motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles will be progressively reduced as cleaner new products replace older, higher emitting vehicles and engines. It is estimated that cleaner marine engines and off-road recreational vehicles will result in a 46% reduction of combined HC+NOx emissions in 2020, compared to having no regulations. Similarly, CO emissions are expected to be reduced by 30%.
Progress has been made on the development of final regulations for the Marine Spark-Ignition Engine and Off-Road Recreational Vehicle Emission Regulations . Consultations with stakeholders pursuant to Part 1 of the Canada Gazette are completed and final publication in Part 2 of the Canada Gazette in scheduled for Fall 08
Off-Road Diesel Engines

Amendments to the Off-Road Compression-Ignition Engine Emission Regulations to ensure alignment with more stringent US EPA "Tier 4" emission standards to be phased-in beginning with the 2008 model year will reduce allowable emission levels from individual engines by between 50-95 percent for PM and between 37-85 percent for HC and NOx, depending on the engine power category. By 2020, it is estimated that the introduction of cleaner Tier 4 off-road diesel engines used in off-road applications such as construction, agriculture, mining and forestry equipment will reduce smog forming emissions from the in-use fleet of off-road diesel engines by 54 percent for PM, 39% for NOx, 21% for VOCs and 54% for CO.
The off-road testing and emissions verification capabilities to the regulations have been initiated. Off-road diesel engines have been purchased for this purpose.

Draft amendments of the Off-Road Compression-Ignition Engine Emission Regulations are completed and initiation of consultations with stakeholders as started. Pre-publication (Gazette 1) is scheduled for Fall 2008.
Large Off-Road Spark-Ignition Engines

New smog-forming emission standards will be introduced for large spark-ignition engines such as those found in forklifts and ice resurfacers. Preliminary estimates suggest that, by the year 2020, the introduction of cleaner large spark-ignition engines will reduce air pollutant emissions from the in-use fleet of these engines by 17% for NOx, 22% for VOCs and 36% for CO.
Draft text for amendment to the Off-Road Small Spark-Ignition Engine Emission Regulations to include large off-road engines is completed. Pre-publication (Gazette 1) is scheduled for Mid 2009.
On-Board Diagnostics Systems for On-Road Heavy-Duty Engines

New regulated requirements for on-board diagnostics (OBD) systems on on-road heavy-duty engines of the 2010 and later model years to align with emerging US requirements. OBD systems monitor emission-related components and detect deterioration or malfunctions and communicate them to the driver and the repair technician, ensuring that the expected air quality benefits from improved emission control technologies will be fully realized throughout the life of new vehicles. The new requirements will ensure that the emission reductions anticipated from 2010 and later heavy-duty engines will be achieved under in-use conditions.
Draft amendments to the On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations for the introduction of on-board diagnostic systems for on-road heavy-duty engines are completed and initiation of consultations with stakeholders has started. Pre-publication (Gazette 1) is scheduled for Fall 2008.
Proposed Air Emission Reductions (Ships)

Initial work will determine the potential for emission reductions, to be followed by efforts to establish international standards. The expected outcome is reduced emissions of air pollutants (SO2, NOx and particulate matter) from marine ships. As regulatory development is on-going, the extent of the reductions that will be achieved have not yet been quantified; however, significant reductions in SO2, NOx and PM emissions are expected to result through the introduction of more stringent international emission standards for engines and marine fuels.
New more stringent international standards have been drafted and are expected to be approved in October 2008


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Transport Canada
CARA Program 2b: Transportation Sector Regulatory Actions Program Activity: 3.1 - Policies and programs in support of sustainable development
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $22,500,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $6,000,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,523,491
Salary O&M G&C Capital
$710,656 $812,835 0 0

Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Proposed Air Emission Reductions ( Rail)

The expected outcome is reduced emissions of both air pollutants (NOx) and GHG from railway locomotives. Specific targets will be developed through the regulatory process.
Transport Canada intends to develop and implement new regulations coming into effect in 2011 under the Railway Safety Act, 2001 to reduce air emissions from the rail industry in Canada. In March 2008, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its latest air pollutant emissions standards for rail and marine. These will be taken into consideration in developing Canada's regulatory framework for these sectors.

The Memorandum of Understanding to reduce CAC and GHG emissions from railway locomotives operated by Canadian railway companies in Canada was signed by Transport Canada, Environment Canada and the Railway Association of Canada (RAC) in April of 2007. Transport Canada supported publication of the first annual Report on Locomotive Emissions Monitoring, completed by RAC on December 2007.

Furthermore, Transport Canada began organization of the 2008 Rail Conference, which was held in May 2008. This two-day event was unanimously recognized by the industry, government officials, academia and non-governmental environmental groups as a forum to share and discuss latest technologies, best operational practices and policies to reduce emissions from railways operations.
Proposed Air Emission Reductions (Ships)

Initial work will determine the potential for emission reductions, to be followed by efforts to establish international standards. The expected outcome is reduced emissions of air pollutants (SO2, NOx and particulate matter) from marine ships. As regulatory development is on-going, the extent of the reductions that will be achieved have not yet been quantified; however, significant reductions in SO2, NOx and PM emissions are expected to result through the introduction of more stringent international emission standards for engines and marine fuels.
In the marine sector, the Government is adopting current international standards established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for controlling emissions of air pollutants from ships. In May 2007, Transport Canada made regulations under the former Canada Shipping Act to incorporate provisions of the Annex VI Regulations for the Prevention of Air Pollution of the IMO's International Convention for the prevention of air pollution from ships (MARPOL). In 2007-2008, Transport Canada commenced redrafting of the regulations to fit under the new Canada Shipping Act 2001 , which came into force in July 2007. Canada is also working with the IMO on a framework to reduce GHGs from global shipping activity.

In 2007-2008, Transport Canada continued work with Environment Canada and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on a sulphur emissions control area (SECA) feasibility study examining whether North American waters should be designated as such areas.
Proposed Air Emission Reductions (Motor Vehicle)

A measurable reduction in the fuel consumption, in litres/100 km, of the new light duty vehicle fleet in Canada, beginning in 2011. Specific reduction targets will be established by 2008. The program will reduce GHG emissions as more fuel efficient vehicles are introduced into the Canadian fleet each year. Regulations aimed at improving vehicle fuel consumption have the potential to reduce air pollution at the tailpipe as well.
The government has committed to regulating fuel-efficiency for new passenger cars and light trucks that will be sold in Canada beginning with model year 2011 vehicles . The government announced in October 2006, under a Notice of Intent to Regulate, that it would regulate fuel efficiency under the Motor Vehicle Fuel Consumption Standards Act . The Government of Canada signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the United States on April 26, 2007 to share information on fuel efficiency. In November 2007, the Governor in Council proclaimed the Motor Vehicle Fuel Consumption Standards Act. An issue brief was published in January 2008. Informal consultations were conducted throughout 2007 and formal consultations were conducted between January 17, 2008 and March 15, 2008


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Natural Resources Canada
CARA Program 2c: Transportation Sector Regulatory Actions Program Activity: 1.3 - Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $3,200,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $1,300,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $447,336
Salary O&M G&C Capital
$241,140 $206,196 0 0

Lapsed funding in Transportation Sector Regulatory Actions amounted to $852,664, of which $528,783 was cash managed internally. As a result, the $528,783 will be made available to Transportation Sector Regulatory Actions in 2008-09
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
A measurable reduction in the fuel consumption, in litres/100 km, of the new light duty vehicle fleet in Canada, beginning in 2011. Specific reduction targets will be established by 2008. The program will reduce GHG emissions as more fuel efficient vehicles are introduced into the Canadian fleet each year. Regulations aimed at improving vehicle fuel consumption have the potential to reduce air pollution at the tailpipe as well. Timely delivery of analysis and support to regulatory development process to establish fuel consumption reduction targets by 2008, including:
  • Consultations
  • Issue Brief and supporting documents
Development of modeling tools and parameters, and review/selection of data sources for the analysis of fuel consumption standards.


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Environment Canada
CARA Program 3a: Consumer and Commercial Products Regulatory Actions Program Activity: 3.3 - Risk to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and GHG emissions are reduced
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $12,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $2,502,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,053,888
Salary O&M G&C Capital
$605,207 $448,681 0 0

Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The expected outcome is reduced emissions of air pollutants from consumer and commercial products. Specific targets are being developed as part of the regulatory process. Pollutants of particular concern include VOCs as well as emissions from residential wood combustion. Development of the proposed Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Concentration Limits for Certain Products Regulations, to be made pursuant to subsection 93(1) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA 1999), to protect the environment and health of Canadians by setting concentration limits for VOCs in 98 categories of certain products.

Three VOC regulations relating to regulating the concentration limits for 1) automotive refinishing products, 2) architectural coating, and 3) miscellaneous products, were proposed and their development initiated.
Initiated verification testing of the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) B415.1-00 standard for indoor wood furnaces and boilers and development of a new edition of the CSA B415.1 (planned for completion in 2010)

Ongoing participation in American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard development


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Natural Resources Canada
CARA Program 3b: Consumer and Commercial Products Regulatory Actions Program Activity: 1.3 - Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $32,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $7,000,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $6,763,321
Salary O&M G&C Capital
$2,439,630 $3,435,312 $888,379 0

Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Energy Efficiency Labelling Program

Estimated annual, aggregate impacts in 2010-2011 are: energy savings of between 13.37 and 14.85 petajoules/yr, which presently convert to annual emission reductions of between 1.4 to 1.6 megatonnes / yr for GHGs and, for air pollutants, the most significant are: 725-1002 tonnes of NOx, 837-3446 tonnes of SO2, 204-1155 tonnes of PM10.
Amendment 10 to the Energy Efficiency Regulations was pre-published March 29, 2008. This proposed amendment will account for approximately one-third of the CARA Energy Efficiency Regulations' contribution -7.29 petajoules and 0.5 Mt GHG reduction from business as usual in 2010, rising to 9.7 Mt in 2020. No estimates for the reduction of other emissions are provided for the proposed amendment due to uncertainties in calculation for the limited number of products. The 2020 results will be significantly higher than the 2.58 Mt originally estimated due to the inclusion of the performance standard for light bulbs which is expected to start to generate savings in 2012.


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Health Canada
CARA Program 4 : Indoor Air Quality Management Actions Program Activity: 3.1 - Healthy Environments and Consumer safety
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $17,500,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $3,522,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $3,430,486
Salary O&M G&C Capital
$585,992 $2,844,494 0 0

Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Indoor Air

Health Canada supports and improves risk management actions to address indoor air quality risks to health, including radon, through the development of indoor air guidelines, awareness and prevention programs, and source product regulations to reduce exposure to indoor contaminants.


To implement regulations, guidelines and other measures to reduce indoor air pollution, yielding health benefits for Canadians. Over four years, to address the most important indoor contaminants in the Canadian residential indoor environment by reviewing and consulting on 20 contaminants or groups of contaminants, with follow up information gathering on up to 10 priorities, and developing guidelines and, as required, source product regulations to reduce exposure to these contaminants.

To disseminate relevant health information and advice to Canadians in support of implementation of indoor air quality regulations or other pollution reduction measures.
In 2007-2008, Health Canada collaborated with provinces and territories to nominate substances to a priority list of indoor air contaminants which will serve as a basis for guideline/regulation development. Consultations with stakeholders and industry on the draft list have been completed, with finalization of the list of pollutants to occur in 08-09.

Health Canada completed risk assessments and indoor air quality guideline development for ozone and carbon monoxide. The Department continued to investigate the health impacts of exposure to particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide , which will inform work on the development of indoor air quality guidelines for these substances. Health Canada also completed an indoor air quality exposure study in Regina to understand sources and concentrations of air toxics in homes.

With respect to information sharing, the Department continued to engage the federal/provincial/territorial working-group on issues related to indoor air quality.

The Health Canada Indoor Air Quality website was updated to reflect new information, and continued to be an important vehicle for the dissemination of health advice to the public.

Public Opinion Research was also conducted with public health officials who use Health Canada's guidelines to determine their preferences regarding these tools, in order to improve the Department's ability to effectively disseminate health information regarding indoor air quality.
Proposed Radon Exposure Reductions

Radon occurs naturally. The goal is to reduce exposure by reducing infiltration and accumulation into buildings. Activities carried out under this initiative are complementary to those being carried out under the separate Indoor Air Program in order to implement a full radon exposure reduction strategy for residential buildings.

Over four years, to establish a radon exposure guideline and to develop knowledge on susceptible populations and testing protocols. This will be accomplished through: upgrade of facilities to establish a national laboratory to evaluate testing equipment; the development of standards for testing; and research on the health impacts of radon on particular sub-sections of the population.

To disseminate relevant health information and advice to Canadians in support of implementation and a national radon strategy centred on new health-based radon exposure guidelines.
In future years, to introduce new testing techniques including certification programs for testers, and to identify problem areas across the country through a national database.
A new Canadian Radon Guideline with a reduced action level of 200 Bq/m 3 over the previous value of 800 Bq/m 3 was adopted. Consultations on the need for a target of 100 Bq/m 3 for new home construction were also held with stakeholders and the public.

In FY 2007-2008, a National Radon Laboratory was established at the Radiation Protection Bureau in Ottawa. The Laboratory was equipped with a full array of radon detectors and detection systems, as well as a radon calibration chamber to perform in-house calibration of radon detection equipment. The Laboratory completed the development of two standard radon measurement procedures for residential homes and large buildings (including schools and hospitals).

Health Canada worked towards establishing a certification program for service providers of radon testing, and met with two United States-based organizations to explore options for expansion of a Canadian component into their existing certification programs. The Department also negotiated with the Standards Council of Canada to audit the organizations and accredit them as certification bodies for radon testing service providers in Canada. This certification program will help ensure that the providers of radon testing services in Canada are properly qualified to perform this work.

The Department completed a research project to measure soil gas radon concentrations in southern Ontario in order to determine the potential for high indoor radon levels in homes in this heavily-populated area of Canada. Health Canada completed the development of a database for radon measurement data. All data from national radon testing projects as well as data shared with Health Canada by partner provinces will be included in this database and form the basis for mapping areas of high radon potential in Canada.


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Environment Canada
CARA Program 5a: Science in Support of Regulatory Activities and Accountability Program Activity: 3.3 - Risk to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and GHG emissions are reduced
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $40,100,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $3,584,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $3,755,159
Salary O&M G&C Capital
$615,210 $1,515,049 $20,000 $1,604,900

Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Science in Support of Regulatory Activities and Accountability

To identify and address critical environmental and health-related knowledge gaps in order to provide adequate information to carry out responsibilities under the Clean Air Regulatory Agenda.

To apply research findings to the development of proposed regulations and other air pollution reduction measures associated with the Notice of Intent issued in conjunction with the Clean Air Regulatory Agenda.

Monitoring

To provide measurements, data, and models that describe the impact of air pollution sources to inform scientific assessments and the development and implementation of regulations.

To measure and report on air quality progress, improvements in ambient air quality, and health and environmental benefits and economic valuation achieved, resulting from actions taken under the Clean Air Regulatory Agenda, and to inform the choice and development of future regulations and other pollution reduction measures.

Modelling

To develop, modify, and apply air quality modelling techniques to input into the development and implementation of the Clean Air Regulatory Agenda.

Assessments

To provide science-based information and advice to accurately inform Canadians and decision-makers: to determine if emission reductions result in improved ambient air quality, and ecosystem and human health benefits; to assist in determining whether additional measures may be required; and to provide scientific assessments and advice to develop air quality objectives.
Implemented field study in SW Ontario and prepared a database on emissions from a large urban area and from specific industrial sectors in the region to lead to improved knowledge of exposure to particulate matter, ozone and their precursors.

Sampling in northern Saskatchewan to estimate the chemical and biological sensitivity of lakes potentially affected by oil sands development.

Investigation into the sources and effects of mercury (e.g. on birds) initiated.

National Air Pollution Surveillance network was operated in cooperation with all provinces and territories (296 sites). Speciation of Particulate Matter was determined at 16 sites. Annual Data Summary report for 2005 and 2006 was published.

Contribution to an improved understanding and characterization of the changing atmospheric composition due to emissions from energy production/consumption, industrial activities, transportation and natural sources, in the context of transboundary contributions. A further understanding of the atmospheric dry deposition process, particularly for the nitrogen species, via the publication of 3 peer-reviewed scientific papers and an improvement of methodology for the continuous measurement of smog precursors.

Chemical and biological data were collected to enhance assessments of the acidification and recovery of sensitive lakes in eastern Canada.

Improvements were made to the parameterizations of the chemical reactions of the organic components, to the treatment of dust transport and the cloud processing of aerosols. The model was evaluated with field data and, with some of the improvements included, was used to provide the science support for the development of regulations under CARA.

Over 60 different applications of air quality model provided guidance in support of the development of the Regulatory Framework for Air Pollutant Document. Adapted AQ model to meet shorter turnaround schedules. Improved capacity to link AQ model with human health and ecosystem effects models.

Contributed to the 2008 Smog Science Assessment through the provision of air quality data, analyses, products and scientific input.


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Health Canada
CARA Program 5b: Science in Support of Regulatory Activities and Accountability Program Activity: 3.1 - Healthy Environments and Consumer safety
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $71,300,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $8,478,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $7,692,600
Salary O&M G&C Capital
$2,000,481 $5,692,119 0 0

Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Health Canada supports and improves risk management actions to address outdoor air quality risks to health, and works to identify and address critical environmental and health-related knowledge gaps in order to provide information to carry out responsibilities under CARA.

To provide measurements, data, and models that describe the impact of air pollution sources to inform scientific assessments and to input into the development and implementation of the CARA.

To measure and report on air quality progress, improvements in ambient air quality, and health and environmental benefits and economic valuation achieved, resulting from actions taken under the CARA, and to inform the choice and development of future regulations and other pollution reduction measures.

To provide science-based information and advice to accurately inform Canadians and decision-makers: to determine if emission reductions result in improved ambient air quality, and ecosystem and human health benefits; to assist in determining whether additional measures may be required; and to provide scientific assessments and advice to develop air quality objectives.
Health Canada continued research on the development of the Air Health Indicator, and explored additional data requirements for several pollutants to ensure the Indicator is robust and reveals real trends in the relation between pollutants and health endpoints. Currently the indicator focuses on using mortality data but the use of additional endpoints such as hospital admissions and emergency room visits is also being examined.

Health Canada continued to refine the Air Quality Benefits Assessment Tool (AQBAT), which is designed to estimate the human health benefits or impacts associated with changes in Canada's ambient air quality. Using AQBAT, Health Canada performed the initial health economic analysis and provided estimates of the benefits (physical and monetary) of proposed CARA regulations for air pollutants to inform the Regulatory Framework for Air Emissions.

Health Canada continued work on the draft particulate matter and ozone assessments (precursors to smog), which will serve as a basis for setting National Air Quality Objectives in support of CARA. Information derived from the human health risk/benefit assessment associated with the use of leaded gasoline in competition vehicles was published in the Canada Gazette I on December 22, 2007. The Department also finalized a risk assessment for inhalable manganese.


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Environment Canada
CARA Program 6 : Emissions Reporting Program Activity: 3.3 - Risk to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and GHG emissions are reduced
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $39,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $8,825,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $7,227,465
Salary O&M G&C Capital
$3,460,172 $3,423,593 $343,700 0

Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The emissions reporting program will ensure:
  • the continuation, expansion and enhancement of annual national air emissions inventories, trends, and projections of air pollutants and greenhouse gases (GHGs).
  • that an integrated reporting tool is developed to support compliance with the proposed regulations and a single window reporting system for all emissions and related information is fostered to minimize burden on industries and to provide better linkages with GHG and air pollution strategies.
Canada continued to meet its national system international reporting obligations under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and Kyoto Protocol by producing a UN compliant national inventory of GHGs. thus gaining eligibility to participate in the Kyoto mechanisms.. Canada also met its international obligations on reporting of air pollutants to the UNECE. In addition to the publication and collection of GHG and air pollutant emissions from CEPA section 46 Notices for both the GHG Reporting program and the air pollutant components of the NPRI, an additional S71 Notice was published December 8, 2007 requiring facilities that would be covered by the proposed regulations to report their 2006 emissions of greenhouse gases and air pollutants and other data. A multi-year project was initiated in 2007-2008 to work towards a single, harmonized system for mandatory reporting of all air pollutant and GHG emissions to Environment Canada programs as well as to other jurisdictions, and an interim reporting system to support the S71 Notice was successfully implemented.


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Environment Canada
CARA Program 7 : Emissions Trading Program Activity: 3.3 - Risk to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and GHG emissions are reduced
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $10,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $2,533,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,599,257
Salary O&M G&C Capital
$899,644 $699,613 0 0

Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
To establish a greenhouse gas and air pollutant (NOx and SO2) domestic emissions trading systems as well as a domestic greenhouse gas offset system and consideration will be given to establishing a parallel offset system for air pollutants.

To provide a foundation should Canada decide to begin negotiations with the U.S. to join their NOx and SOx trading systems.

To encourage emissions reduction technology development and deployment through market driven financial incentives provided by emissions trading systems.
Consultations with provinces/territories, industry, environmental groups, First Nations and other interested stakeholders on the design of the emission trading system for greenhouse gases, including the Offset System for Greenhouse Gases, the Credit for Early Action Program, and bankability/tradability of the credits.

Policy recommendations accepted by Cabinet on the design of the emission trading system for greenhouse gases, including Canada's Offset System for Greenhouse Gases, Canada's Credit for Early Action Program, and the types of credits to be accepted for domestic compliance from the UN's Clean Development Mechanism.

Advice to Legal Services on drafting the emission trading component of the proposed Greenhouse Gas Regulations.

Preliminary design of the Domestic Credit Tracking System was started (to be completed in 2008-09).

Publication of Canada 's Credit for Early Action Program and Canada 's Offset System for Greenhouse Gases on March 10, 2008.

Canada-US modelling of emission trading of air pollutants in the electricity sector using the Integrated Planning Model was completed.


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Environment Canada
CARA Program 8 : Enforcement Advice and Reporting on Progress Program Activity: 3.3 - Risk to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and GHG emissions are reduced
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $7,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $1,756,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $590,220
Salary O&M G&C Capital
$385,659 $204,561 0 0

Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
To produce an annual "State of the Air Report", that will inform Canadians on the current status, trends, and factors influencing the quality of air in Canada.

To establish a benchmark against which to monitor national progress and policy effectiveness.

To ensure the "enforceability" of proposed regulations in the drafting stages, as well as preparing for enforcement of the eventual regulations through activities such as the training of enforcement officers.
  • Created a mapping extension that provides Environment Canada staff with the ability to generate detailed emissions (for the 2002 and 2005 EI) maps of the primary precursors of particulate matter and ozone from different source types. This includes the ability to produce similar map layers for U.S. Counties based on the US EPA's 2002 National Emissions Inventory (NEI).
  • Conducted an intercomparison study of Canadian continuous PM 2.5 monitors with co-located NAPS Reference Method monitors to assess their performance and investigate the use of data transformation methods to improve their performance.
  • Co-hosted a PM 2.5 Continuous Monitoring Meeting with NAPS to develop recommendations on performance criteria for continuous PM 2.5 instruments operating across Canada. These criteria will ensure consistent and comparable data for PM 2.5 reporting requirements.


Clean Air Regulatory Agenda (CARA) Environment Canada
CARA Program 9 : Policy Development, Analysis and Coordination Program Activity: 4.1 - Integrated policy advice, communication and information strategies enable effective decision making
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $8,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $2,000,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,578,272
Salary O&M G&C Capital
1,066,173 512,099 0 0

Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
To maintain policy capacity to support decision making within the federal government, by providing sound policy analysis and advice on further elaboration of the clean air/climate change component of the environmental agenda. Economic modeling analysis of key elements of the Industrial Regulatory Framework. The analysis examined impacts of the industrial regulatory on key parameters such as emission reductions, energy prices and economic growth by sector.

Publication on March 10, 2008 of key reports:
  1. Turning the Corner : Detailed Emissions and Economic Modelling - this report provides analysis of the Industrial Regulatory Target and the overall 20% reduction target relative to 2006 levels by 2020.
  2. Turning the Corner : Canada's Energy and GHG Emissions Projections (National Tables and Provincial and Territorial Tables) - this report provides the energy, emission and economy baseline underlying the impact analysis of the Government's Turning the Corner plan.

Clean Energy Theme Programs


Clean Energy Natural Resources Canada
Clean Energy Program 1: ecoENERGY for Buildings and Houses Program Activity: 1.3 Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $61,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $13,800,000 Planned Spending post approvals in 2008-09 ARLU and 2007-2008 Supplementary Estimates (Transfer of $649,515 to National Research Council).
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $10,468,518
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Increased energy efficiency of buildings; 25% efficiency improvement of housing.

Development and Implementation of a labelling system for new and existing buildings.

Labelling of 160,000 existing and 30,000 new houses and 400 buildings.

Energy savings of 17.1 to 19.0 Petajoules.

Annual emission reductions of between 1.3 and 1.4 Mt /yr. of greenhouse gases , 0.8 and 1.1 kilotonnes/yr. of SO2, 3.0 to 4.1 kilotonnes/yr. of CO, and other Criteria Air Contaminants.

NRC: The final outcome of the project (March 2011) will be the development of the Model National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings.
Completed industry consultation on the pilot labelling system.

Developed pilot label for buildings, with labelling to occur in 2008-09.

Six provinces have announced changes to building codes to achieve an energy efficiency rating of 80 on NRCan's EnerGuide Rating System.

NRCan issued 102,834 labels for existing houses and 6,661 for new houses.

NRCan transferred funds to NRC to hire two technical advisors for the update process for the Model National Energy Code for Buildings and to establish and fund 5 working level committees and a management committee, the Standing Committee on Energy Efficiency in Buildings. The Standing Committee was established and held its first meeting and the working level groups were created. Staffing began on the hiring of the two technical advisors.

Estimated 0.2 MT of GHG savings.


Clean Energy Natural Resources Canada
Clean Energy Program 2: ecoENERGY Retrofit Program Activity: 1.3 Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $220,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $35,350,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $31,208,000
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Existing Building Initiative (EBI) Extension

It is expected that the extension will result in up to 300 new retrofit projects and energy audits, which will result in reductions in 0.2 Mt of GHGs.
230 implementation proposals were submitted for building retrofit projects.

86 contribution agreements were signed as of July 2008. Estimated 0.07MT GHG savings from signed contribution agreements.

Estimated 0.07 MT of GHG savings.
ecoENERGY Retrofit Initiative - Homes

Reduced energy consumption and lower GHG and CAC emissions.

Reductions of up to 30% in energy use and up 4 tonnes of GHG emissions/year/house.

Anticipated energy savings of 6.08 to 6.75 PJ/yr in 2011.

Reductions of fossil fuels use and electricity generated using fossil fuels that presently convert to annual emissions reductions of between 0.4 and 0.5 Mt/yr of greenhouse gas emissions, 296 to 368 tonnes/yr of NOx, 171 to 625 tonnes/yr of SO2, 0.8 to 1.1 kilotonnes/yr of CO, and the following criteria air contaminants: PM10, 163-611 kt/yr; PM2.5, 149-459kt/yr; VOC 141-221kt/yr.

Increased adoption of energy efficient and renewable energy technologies, systems & products.

Increased awareness of the potential for, and methods of, reducing energy use and emissions in housing.

Improved air quality as a result of lower energy consumption and consequent reduction in emissions.
102,834 homes had a pre-retrofit energy evaluation and 12,000 grants were paid. The average grant was valued at $1064 with average energy savings of 48.4 Gj per house per year.

10% of grant recipients have included renewable technologies and products in their renovation.

293,630 inquiries were made about energy efficiency and 244,836 publication requests received.

Estimated 0.04 MT of GHG savings.
ecoENERGY Retrofit Initiative - Small and Medium Organizations

Intermediate Outcome

Increased activity in small and medium organizations buildings and industry sectors related to energy saving projects.

Final Outcome

Energy savings that result in reduction of GHG emissions and CACs.
96 retrofit projects were funded in small and medium organizations representing fewer than 500 employees or less than 10,000 square metres (buildings).

Estimated 0.03 MT of GHG savings.


Clean Energy Natural Resources Canada
Clean Energy Program 3: ecoENERGY for Industry Program Activity: 1.3 Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $18,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $4,100,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $3,388,000
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Intermediate Outcomes

Industry implements energy efficiency projects and practices.

Final Outcome

Energy savings that result in reduction of GHG emissions and CACs.
156 new companies have registered their corporate commitments to improve energy efficiency and have become CIPEC leaders.

1,200 industrial participants attended Dollars to $ense training workshops - adding to the approximately 14,000 trained since 1997.

Three benchmarking studies were completed or are underway along with six in-depth assessments to find energy savings opportunities.

Two projects were initiated as part of a federal-provincial collaboration on energy management standards and information systems.

Estimated 0.3 MT of GHG savings.


Clean Energy Natural Resources Canada
Clean Energy Program 4: ecoENERGY for Renewable Power Program Activity: 1.3 Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $276,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $21,650,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $17,503,000
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Outcomes

Annual production of 14.3 terawatt-hours of electricity or about 4000 MW of capacity depending on the mix of energy sources, by 2011, which presently convert to annual emission reductions of between 6 and 6.7 Mt for greenhouse gases and, for criteria air contaminants (CACs), the most significant are 2 to 3 kilotonnes of NOx, 3 to 12 kilotonnes of SO2, 0.6 to 4 kilotonnes of PM10, and other CACs.

Greater experience in Canada with more low-impact renewable power generation by utilities, independent power producers and other stakeholders.
12 Contribution Agreements signed for 948 MW of new electricity expected to produce 3 terawatt-hours per year (TWh/yr), out of which 10 are in operation for a total of 757 MW and expected production of 2.4 TWh/yr.

165 Notices of Project Applications were registered as of March 31, 2008.

The 10 projects currently in operation will displace an average of 1.12 MT of GHGs per year.


Clean Energy Natural Resources Canada
Clean Energy Program 5: ecoENERGY for Renewable Heat Program Activity: 1.3 Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $36,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $8,000,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $5,187,000
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Outcomes

The deployment of up to 700 solar thermal technology units in ICI (Industrial, Commercial and Institutional) sectors.

Up to 8 residential sector pilot projects collaborations (each deploying many solar thermal units) are expected to be financially supported.

Energy savings of 0.35 petajoules, which converts to annual emission reductions of about 20 kilotonnes of GHG, 9.8 kilotonnes of NOx, and 19 to 32 tonnes of SO2.

Industry capacity development is expected to result in the development of two standards for renewable thermal technologies, certification of up to 8 solar water systems to standards, two annual industry surveys, development and distribution of at least three new technology publications for public information, development of two renewable energy occupational standards.
111 solar thermal systems installed in Industrial/Commercial/Institutional sectors (91 solar air systems, 20 solar water systems). These installed systems are expected to result in energy savings of 41820 GJ/year and 2.673 kilotonnes of GHGs reduced per year.

13 residential pilot projects were selected in 2007-2008 and are expected to result in the installation of 8000 solar domestic water heaters by 2010. Contribution agreements for the selected pilot projects will be signed in 2008-09.

Development of Standards underway. Agreements signed with 4 companies for the certification of solar water systems.


Clean Energy Natural Resources Canada
Clean Energy Program 6: ecoENERGY for Technology Initiative Program Activity: 1.3 Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $226,440,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $8,710,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $5,194,000
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Outcomes

An improved suite of clean energy technologies and improved regulations to ensure their uptake.

Increased involvement and collaboration of the research community and key stakeholders.

Increased awareness and understanding of technologies and processes associated with reducing air emissions.

Increased capability to develop new and improved energy systems and technologies that contribute to clean air objectives; and a consolidated program.

The new technologies will be expected to lead to significantly reduced emissions of particulates, gaseous pollutants, toxic substances and greenhouse gases from the production and use of energy.

The new knowledge/technology will enable the development of regulations, codes and standards.
Collaborative agreement on front-end engineering design project for a proposed clean coal gasification power plant (federal-provincial-industrial sector).
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Co-sponsor of international conference on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (pHEVS) to raise awareness of this emerging technology.

Extensive preparation for the $140M Call for Proposals (announced April 4, 2008) in two areas : 1) technology development to reduce the environmental impact of oil sands; and, 2) carbon capture and storage technologies to reduce GHG emissions from oil sands and coal-fired electricity plants. Selected projects resulting from the call process are anticipated to begin in early 2009.


Clean Energy Natural Resources Canada
Clean Energy Program 7: Policy, Communications, Monitoring and Reporting Program Activity: 1.3 Energy, 1.4 Sustainable Forest
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $24,600,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $6,140,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $5,263,950
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Policy

Outcomes

Climate change and clean air policies are well-analyzed and their implications understood such that policy options can be presented to senior officials and ministers for decision.

Effective coordination of, and participation in, interdepartmental processes ensuring effective government management, preparation of materials for Cabinet and the implementation of Cabinet decisions.

Future emissions trends are understood enabling informed discussion of emission reduction objectives.
Policy

Provided policy documents and advice to the Minister, Deputy Minister and other senior officials in support of policy and program development and decision making.

Analyzed relevant policies being proposed/ implemented in other jurisdictions (i.e. provinces, territories, other countries).

Conducted policy analysis related to CCS technology, including direct support for the Canada-Alberta ecoENERGY Carbon Capture and Storage Task Force to better understand the key challenges and opportunities associated with the wide-scale deployment of carbon capture and storage technologies in Canada.

Worked closely with Environment Canada to finalize the Regulatory Framework for Industrial GHG emissions, consulting with stakeholders including the natural resource industries affected by the new regulations.
Contributed to the development and implementation of the Horizontal Management, Accountability and Reporting Framework to ensure the effective and efficient inter-departmental management and coordination of the climate change/clean air programming.

Collaborated with EC (lead department) and other government departments on the completion of a Treasury Board Submission outlining the finalized HMARF (i.e. governance structure, strategies for performance measurement, financial management, reporting and audit and evaluation).

Worked closely with EC on the Government's modelling activities as part of the Turning the Corner Plan to understand emission trends, and analyze impacts of greenhouse gas and air pollutant mitigation polices.

Collaborated with EC (lead department) and other departments to prepare Clean Air Regulatory Agenda's sectoral economic assessments.

Updated NRCan's MAPLE-C forecasting model. Extended the model's parameters to estimate emissions levels up to the year 2030. Enhanced its capabilities to project emissions of Criteria Air Contaminants (CACs) for the electricity sector. Enhanced its oil and gas, industrial, emissions, residential and commercial sub-modules to reflect new market developments and realities.
Strategic Communications

Outcomes

Targeted audiences understand the government's Clean Energy Agenda and its role in the overall Environmental Agenda.
Provision of high-quality communications advice and consistent messaging supports the implementation and uptake of the policies and programs of the government's Clean Energy Agenda.

Development of a government-wide communications strategy and messaging ensures a consistent approach for communicating government actions on clean energy and the environment.

Outputs

Provision of strategic communications advice and support to the government's environmental agenda.
Effective and consistent messaging in horizontal communications.
Proactive and integrating communications planning.
Strategic Communications

78 announcements were made in support of clean energy programs

Developed and maintained the ecoENERGY website

Speeches and news releases were developed for ecoENERGY announcements

Produced a variety of ecoENERGY information products including information kits, brochures, CCS Task Force report, videos (i.e. CCS) and other promotional materials

Responded to 141 media inquiries regarding the ecoENERGY initiatives
Forest Policy & Monitoring

Outcomes

Forest monitoring and reporting leads to an understanding of the impacts of climate change and other human stresses on Canada's forests.

Provision of improved information covering the entire forest area becomes available, enabling policy development and improved forest management practices and business planning to reduce forest loss.

Outputs

Analysis of policy options, design, and evaluation of emission reduction and adaptation options.

Implementation and maintenance of a flexible forest inventory and related monitoring systems through partnerships with the provinces and territories.

Contributions to international climate change negotiation workshops, to universities for modeling work, and for data acquisition shared with provinces/territories, using the existing departmental class contribution authority.

Reporting on forests, land-use changes and air emissions.
Forest Policy & Monitoring

Annual forest-related GHG emission and removal estimates produced and provided to Environment Canada for inclusion in Canada's National Greenhouse Gas Inventory for the period 1990 to 2006.

Information sharing agreements in place with all provinces/territories (with the exception of non-forest Nunavut).

Two published high-level science-policy notes, two forest management accounting option reports, one forest products carbon modelling report.

A scientific paper was published describing analysis behind Canada's 2007 decision to not include forest management in its Kyoto accounting.

Four studies reported in peer-reviewed literature and two studies in press.

Two studies under review (scientific foundation of the CBM-CFS3 tool, improvement to modeling spruce budworm carbon impacts) and three studies underway (interannual variability in forest GHG balances, climate impacts on forest productivity, comparison of results from multiple models for two forest sites).

CFS science and policy experts participated in numerous presentations/discussion in Canada (e.g. to senior federal, provincial, territorial and industry officials) and internationally on options. A Senior CFS Scientist was a Lead Author of the IPCC Fourth Assessment Report on forest mitigation options.


Clean Energy Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
Clean Energy Program 8: ecoENERGY for Aboriginal and Northern Communities Program Activity: 2.4 Health Northern Communities
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $15,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $3,750,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $3,411,225
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Immediate Outcomes

Northern and Aboriginal communities are engaged and participating in the ecoENERGY Program.

Improved northern and Aboriginal technical and management skills for clean energy.

Successfully implemented renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.

Intermediate Outcomes

Northern and Aboriginal communities are equipped with knowledge and tools to increase energy efficiency of community infrastructure.

Decrease in emissions of GHG and CAC in northern and Aboriginal communities.

Increased energy efficiency and use of renewable energy in northern and Aboriginal communities.

More reliable infrastructure in northern and Aboriginal communities.

Energy cost savings in northern and Aboriginal communities.

Final Outcomes

Reduced greenhouse gas emissions and criteria air contaminants in northern and Aboriginal communities.

Sustainable and healthy northern and Aboriginal communities.
Website communicating program to staff and external stakeholders in place and maintained.

23 program inquiries received.

Regional and external contacts identified and engaged as part of 'clean energy network.'

3 clean energy conferences attended by program staff.

Over 200 stakeholders made aware of opportunities available through the program.

RFP for Standing Offer Agreement issued for technical feasibility and project management advice for implementation in 2008/09.

20 Aboriginal and northern community projects reviewed and advice provided.

14 renewable energy projects funded, $1,922,449/$3,411,225 = 56% of program funding on renewable energy projects, and 81% of Grants and Contributions.

1 energy efficiency project funded, $100,000/$3,411,225 = 3% of program funding on energy efficiency projects and 4% of Grants and Contributions.

8 community energy plans funded $126,700/$3,411,225 = 4% of program funding on community energy plans and 5% of Grants and Contributions.

Clean Transportation Theme Programs

 


Clean Transportation Transport Canada
Clean Transportation Program 1: ecoMobility Program Program Activity: 3.1 Policies and Programs in support of sustainable development
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $9,337,992
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $810,899
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $379,365
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Short-term results include
  • Municipalities implement targeted TDM (Transportation Demand Management) initiatives;
  • TDM project participants are more aware of sustainable transportation options;
  • Tools and program modules to support TDM project implementation developed;
  • TDM practitioners and decision-makers have requisite knowledge to foster ongoing implementation and measurement of TDM policies and programs.
Longer-term expected results include
  • TDM project participants reduce the vehicle kilometres traveled within their jurisdictions;
  • TDM project participants increase the share of trips within their jurisdictions via less energy intense modes;
  • Municipalities incorporate TDM approaches in their plans and operations;
  • Professional expertise for TDM increases.
The ultimate outcomes would be
  • reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) and criteria air contaminants (CAC) emissions in urban passenger transportation sector and an increase in use of TDM in Canadian municipalities.
  • In 2007-2008, first year of the program, Transport Canada conducted focused research and program implementation consultations with a broad range of stakeholders to maximize the program's relevance and effectiveness.
  • Based on the research findings, Transport Canada developed the Applicant's Guide for the contribution program under ecoMOBILITY.
  • Transport Canada launched a request for proposals (RFP) for transportation demand management (TDM) projects from municipalities and regional transportation authorities.
  • Began to develop an implementation plan for the capacity building component of the program. Specific projects were:
  • The development of an RFP for the creation of standard measurement guidelines for TDM projects, and
  • The development of national networks for TDM practitioners.


Clean Transportation Transport Canada
Clean Transportation Program 2: ecoTechnology for Vehicles Program Program Activity: 3.1 Policies and Programs in support of sustainable development
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $14,028,900
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $2,869,726
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,560,704
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Immediate Outcomes
  • Increased knowledge about technologies and vehicles generated.
  • Information on the program, the technologies, and the vehicles effectively disseminated to the Canadian consumer and automotive industry
Immediate Outcomes
  • Increased public awareness.
  • Increased penetration of advanced vehicles in the market place.
Ultimate Outcome
  • Reduced Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from transportation sources in 2010/11.
In 2007-2008, the eTV program
  • Began the procurement process to acquire the next generation of vehicles and technologies for testing and evaluation.
  • Completed a global environmental scan of all emerging technologies and developed protocols for testing and evaluation.
  • The program published a series of informative technical articles for the eTV web site. These articles, program tests and evaluation results were shared with Canadians to promote consumer understanding and acceptance of cutting-edge technologies that reduce the environmental impacts of motor vehicles.
  • Showcased vehicles and technologies at over 22 events across the country, ranging from major Canadian international auto shows (in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver) to consumer lifestyle or environmental shows, providing over 23,000 Canadians with information on advanced environmental technology for vehicles.
  • Continued to work in cooperation with the automotive industry, other government departments, and consumers to better identify barriers to the introduction of advanced vehicle technologies in Canada.


Clean Transportation Transport Canada
Clean Transportation Program 3: National Harmonization Initiative for the Trucking Industry Program Activity: 3.1 Policies and Programs in support of sustainable development
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $5,412,565
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $755,246
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $319,530
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
This contribution program is designed to achieve the following objectives.
  • Support the government's platform commitments on the environment and Clean Air Agenda by contributing to modal efficiency and reducing air emissions and energy use in the transportation sector;
  • Support the removal of regulatory barriers to enable the harmonization of provincial/territorial regulations in order to adopt emissions-reducing technologies in the Canadian Trucking Industry; and
  • Support an increase in the freight transportation industry's participation in air emissions reduction initiatives.
Anticipated short-term results of this program include
  • Provinces and territories agree to consider amending their regulations to permit the implementation of emissions-reducing technologies in the trucking industry; and
  • Provinces and territories agree to the removal of regulatory barriers that will enable harmonization of provincial/territorial regulations.
Anticipated long-term results of the program include
  • Removing regulatory barriers and developing best practices in a harmonized approach across Canada, allowing for the implementation of emissions-reducing technologies in the trucking industry; and
  • Achieving the ultimate outcome of a reduction of GHG emissions and air pollutants in the trucking industry and indirectly increasing competitiveness.
Completion of a comprehensive set of six studies and assessments to review the implications of a national speed limiter mandate for heavy trucks. A national mandate could realize annual on-road diesel savings of 228 million litres or 0.64 Mt GHG.


Clean Transportation Transport Canada
Clean Transportation Program 4: Freight Technology Demonstration Fund Program Activity: 3.1 Policies and Programs in support of sustainable development
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $9,281,901
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $776,120
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $613,172
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The contribution program is a direct response to the rapid growth in freight transportation activity, which is predicted to lead to increased emissions.

This contribution program is designed to achieve the following objectives
  • Support improvements in modal and inter-modal freight efficiency and reduce air emissions and energy use in the freight transportation sector; and
  • Demonstrate and encourage the take-up of innovative environmental technologies and efficient best practices within the freight transportation sector that can reduce GHG emissions and air pollutants.
In the short term, this initiative is designed to achieve the following results
  • Support the testing of new and underutilized technologies;
  • Enable the transfer of knowledge from demonstrations to broader industry;
  • Implement pilot projects; and
  • Demonstrate results achieved by industry.
In the medium to long term, this initiative is designed to achieve the following results
  • Adoption of environmentally friendly technologies and best practices by the freight industry;
  • Reduction of GHG emissions and air pollutants from the transportation sector; and
  • Improved efficiency in the transportation industry.
  • The program staff promoted the Freight Technology Demonstration Fund at a program booth at 10 modal conference and events.
  • The management team also spoke about the ecoFREIGHT program at 15 events through formal and informal presentations. These promotion activities had a positive effect as 47 proposals for demonstration were submitted for the first round of funding. This is a record number of proposals based on the previous programs experience.
  • The selected projects under the Freight Technology Demonstration Fund have good potential to actually reduce emissions and cover all modes. Eight projects were selected for a total funding of $2.4 M, which is around 40% of the program allotted G&C budget.


Clean Transportation Transport Canada
Clean Transportation Program 5: Freight Technology Incentive Program Program Activity: 3.1 Policies and Programs in support of sustainable development
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $9,593,027
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $465,460
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $371,344
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The contribution program is a direct response to the rapid growth in freight transportation activity, which is predicted to lead to increased emissions.

This contribution program is designed to achieve the following objectives
  • Support improvements in modal and inter-modal freight efficiency and reduce air emissions and energy use in the freight transportation sector; and
  • Encourage the take-up of innovative environmental technologies within the freight transportation sector by reducing the cost barriers of the technologies.
In the short term, this initiative is designed to achieve the following results
  • Provide incentives for the purchase and installation of proven technologies; and
  • Acquisition and installation of equipment by project proponents.
In the medium to long term, this initiative is designed to achieve the following results
  • Greater adoption of efficiency enhancing equipment;
  • Reduction of GHG emissions and pollutants from the transportation sector; and
  • Improved efficiency in the transportation industry.
  • The program staff promoted the Freight Technology Incentive Program at a program booth at 10 modal conference and events.
  • The management team also spoke about the ecoFREIGHT program at 15 events through formal and informal presentations. These promotion activities had a positive effect as 62 proposals for incentives were submitted for the first round of funding. This is a record number of proposals based on the previous programs experience.
  • The selected projects under the Freight Technology Incentives Program have excellent potential to reduce emissions. Selected projects cover three modes, air, rail and truck. 15 projects were selected for a total funding of $3.7M, which is almost half of the program allotted G&C budget.


Clean Transportation Transport Canada
Clean Transportation Program 6: ecoFreight Partnerships Program Activity: 3.1 Policies and Programs in support of sustainable development
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $6,325,408
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $1,339,883
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $447,078
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
International Partnerships on Emissions Reductions

The International Partnerships on Emissions Reductions will provide for increased presence at International committees, Working Groups, and other fora that develop international approaches in aviation and marine modes. The result of this activity will be more stringent regulations, standards, best practices or guidelines being developed leading to an overall reduction of GHG emissions and air pollutants and improved efficiency from the aviation and marine sectors.

Transportation Industry Partnership Initiative

TC will implement and monitor the existing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Air Transport Association of Canada. TC will also sign, implement and monitor a MOU with the Railway Association of Canada. TC will establish similar partnerships with the marine industry. Program activities will include providing the secretariat function for the various MOU Management Committees; review of annual and progress reports; and oversight audits. TC will also conduct joint studies and initiatives with industry to foster progress towards the emissions targets and continue to play a facilitator role in helping the industry to address barriers to emissions reduction that are beyond the scope of individual industries. This initiative will lead to voluntary agreements where modal associations and their members commit to reduce their air emissions.

Efficiency Program for Freight Shippers and Forwarders

TC will draw upon the results of recent focus groups to establish new partnerships directly with users of the freight systems to improve their transportation decision-making and increase the adoption of more sustainable modal choices and practices. TC will conduct studies, benchmarking and other initiatives to identify and produce the information required by shippers and forwarders to inform their transportation decisions. TC will also work with industry on annual surveys on industry environmental practices and decision-making, and sponsor and/or host conferences, workshops, etc. This program will educate users of the freight systems on the impacts made as a result of their freight transportation selection decisions. With this knowledge, users will be able to include environmental impacts in the decision making process when selecting between modes and carriers during their freight transportation decisions.
  • MOU with the Railway Association of Canada was signed in May 2007
  • First annual report under the Air Transport Association of Canada (ATAC) MOU to confirm attainment of annual target, and the RAC MOU to confirm that the industry is on the path to reach its 2010 target. Both have been published and are available on the Web
  • A rail conference was organized in 2007-2008 to inform representatives from the rail industry, manufacturers, provincial and federal departments of opportunities. The event was held in May 2008.
  • Sponsored two conferences / panels to increase awareness and promote best-in-Class carriers and shippers
  • Sponsored an industry survey to monitor the environmental consideration of shippers and identify trends.
  • Web based information network initiated as the main channel to increase awareness of both carriers and shippers of technology and best practices opportunities, and sustainable transportation choices.
  • The program website was launched with new program information such as program guidelines and application forms. New pages are in the development phase with additional information including case studies of current and previous technology trials.
  • The 2007 Canadian Industrial Transportation Association (CITA) member's benchmarking survey was completed. This is the third survey sponsored by freight program, and this one allows now identifying some trends in the shippers' perception of environmental issues.
  • Sponsored two awards that were presented to shippers' and/or carriers who demonstrate strong environmental leadership and promote green transportation standards. The Supply Chain and Logistics Green Supply Chain Award went to J.D. Smith & Sons and UPM Kymmene in 2007. Novex Delivery Solutions was presented the ecoFREIGHT Transportation Award at the 2008 Globe Awards.


Clean Transportation Transport Canada
Clean Transportation Program 7: Marine Shore Power Program Program Activity: 3.1 Policies and Programs in support of sustainable development
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $6,089,617
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $318,620
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $159,006
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The contribution program is a direct response to the rapid growth in freight transportation activity, which is predicted to lead to increased emissions.

This contribution program is designed to achieve the following objectives
  • Support improvements in modal and inter-modal efficiency and reduce air emissions and energy use in the transportation sector; and
  • Demonstrate and encourage the take-up of marine shore power installations in Canadian ports.
In the short term, this initiative is designed to achieve the following results
  • Funding of pilot projects for marine shore power;
  • Transfer of knowledge and dissemination of results;
  • Purchase and installation of marine shore power equipment by demonstration proponents; and
  • Increased awareness and understanding of marine shore power opportunities.
In the medium to long term, this initiative is designed to achieve the following results
  • Greater adoption of marine shore power equipment in Canadian ports;
  • Reduction of GHG emissions and air pollutants from the marine sector; and
  • Improved efficiency in the transportation industry.
The ultimate outcomes would be
  • To reduce emissions of GHG and air pollutants by 2010/11 in the marine transportation sector.
The delivery of the Marine Shore Power program was placed on hold pending the coming into force of the Canada Marine Act amendments that would remove restriction to the provision of funding to Canadian Port Authorities.

In 2007-2008, Transport Canada consulted with the Association of Canadian Port Authorities and terminal operators in order to promote the program.

Applicants Guide and evaluation criteria were prepared in readiness for the first funding round, once the amendment entered in force.


Clean Transportation Transport Canada
Clean Transportation Program 8: Analytical and Policy Support Program Activity: 3.1 Policies and Programs in support of sustainable development
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $3,829,191
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $741,629
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $720,189
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The overarching goal of this initiative is to help ensure the provision of the analytical and policy expertise necessary to support and further develop research, policies and programs related to the federal priorities of sustainable transportation, clean air and climate change. In 2007-2008, the following studies were conducted to provide analytical and policy support:
  • Active transportation;
  • Shipping;
  • Emissions trading;
  • Fuel efficiency technologies in the heavy-duty truck sector;
  • Transportation GHG emission estimates by mode and type of activity;
  • Validation of GHG study estimates.
In addition, two stakeholder workshops on active transportation were conducted.


Clean Transportation Transport Canada
Clean Transportation Program 9a: ecoAUTO Rebate Program (Transport Canada component) Program Activity: 3.1 Policies and Programs in support of sustainable development
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $251,818,351
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $74,622,027
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $73,757,589
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The main objective of the ecoAUTO Rebate Program is to pursue incentives to encourage the purchase of more fuel efficient personal vehicles, thereby reducing air emissions and energy use in the transportation sector in support of the Government's Clean Air Agenda.

Reduction of GHG emissions and air pollutants from the urban passenger transportation sector.

Increase in advanced fuel efficiency technology penetration into the Canadian vehicle market.

A more networked government providing timely, citizen-centred service to the applicants of the program through an efficient Call Centre, In-Person Network and Processing Centre.
On March 19, 2007, Budget 2007 announced the ecoAUTO Rebate Program. Budget 2007 stated that while the rebate for fuel-efficient vehicles went into effect March 20, 2007, the payment of rebates would be made once administration and delivery systems have been put in place, with a target date of fall 2007. The program was designed, sought the appropriate approvals and was operational on October 1, 2007.

The program encouraged the purchase of NEW fuel-efficient vehicles by offering rebates to eligible recipients that buy or enter into leases of 12 months or more for an eligible vehicle registered for use in Canada. A list of eligible 2006 , 2007 and 2008 model year vehicles was published using a Combined Fuel Consumption Rating (CFCR) of 6.5 L/100km or less for new automobiles, and a CFCR of 8.3 L/100km or less for new minivans, sport utility vehicles and other light trucks. In addition, rebates for the purchase of new flexible-fuel vehicles with combined fuel consumption E85 ratings of 13.0 L/100km or less were issued
  • Over 65,000 ecoAUTO Rebate applications processed.
  • $71,342,000 distributed to eligible participants.
  • 413,932 Web visits
  • The number of eligible vehicle meeting the fuel consumption requirements increased to 32 from 21 for the 2008 model year.


Clean Transportation Human Resources and Social Development Canada
Clean Transportation Program 9b: ecoAUTO Rebate Program (HRSDC component) Program Activity: 3.1 Policies and Programs in support of sustainable development
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $11,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $7,000,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $7,000,000
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
ecoAUTO Program activities also include receiving and processing applications for rebates to consumers purchasing eligible vehicles, resulting in eligible recipients receiving rebate cheques in a timely manner. HRSDC administered the processing of ecoAUTO applications for TC.
  • Mail received 74,440 Applications processed 65,958
  • WEB visit 21,359
  • Calls received 59,587


Clean Transportation Natural Resources Canada
Clean Transportation Program 10: ecoENERGY for Personal Vehicles Program Activity: 1.3 Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $21,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $3,950,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $3,886,000
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Final Outcome
  • Reductions in energy consumption or greenhouse gases or criteria air contaminants from transportation.
Intermediate Outcomes
  • Use of transportation best practices that reduce energy consumption or greenhouse gases or criteria air contaminants.
Immediate Outcomes
  • Increased capacity to undertake initiatives that reduce energy consumption or greenhouse gases or criteria air contaminants or release of toxic substances.
  • Increased participation in emission reducing activities through partnerships and other program activities.
  • Informed positions on policies and programs influencing transportation technologies and practices.
Outputs
  • Financial support.
Final Outcome
  • In 2007/08, a 0.04 MT GHG reduction was estimated to be achieved as a result of program activities such as driver training and campaigns to improve driver habits. The 0.04 MT GHG reduction excludes the impact of the Memorandum of Understanding with the auto industry, for which measurement methodology is still being finalized.
Immediate Outcomes
  • Capacity to address emissions through better driving practices and more efficient vehicle purchases was enhanced through extensive training and through the provision of information materials such as educational media articles. There were over 39 million such knowledge transfer opportunities.
  • Increased participation in emission reducing activities occurred as a result of 5 new organizations committing to engaging in emission reducing activities through partnerships and other program activities.
  • As a result of a research study (a survey of trained drivers), the program team learned how some key messages could be improved and clarified for students. This information was used to update the Auto$mart program materials, and as a result trained drivers are expected to have improved capacity to use the best practices they have been taught.
Outputs
  • Through a competitive process, the program provided financial support to 5 projects in the amount of $401,840, creating partnerships and increasing capacity to undertake transportation energy efficiency initiatives. 38 proposals were received in total.
  • Program staff held 2 meeting events with the auto industry to develop networks to support transportation energy efficiency initiatives.
  • 350,000 student drivers were trained on energy efficient driving practices using program materials.


Clean Transportation Natural Resources Canada
Clean Transportation Program 11: ecoENERGY for Fleets Program Activity: 1.3 Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $22,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $3,650,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $2,659,000
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Final Outcome
  • Reductions in energy consumption or greenhouse gases or criteria air contaminants from transportation.
Intermediate Outcomes
  • Use of transportation best practices that reduce energy consumption or greenhouse gases or criteria air contaminants.
Immediate Outcomes
  • Increased capacity to undertake initiatives that reduce energy consumption or greenhouse gases or criteria air contaminants or release of toxic substances.
  • Increased participation in emission reducing activities through partnerships and other program activities.
  • Informed positions on policies and programs influencing transportation technologies and practices.
Outputs
  • Financial support.
Final Outcome
  • A 0.01 MT GHG reduction was estimated to be achieved as a result of program activities in 2007/08, such as education for fleet managers and professional drivers and a campaign to reduce unnecessary idling at truck stops.
Immediate Outcomes
  • The capacity of transportation professionals to address emissions through their decision making was enhanced through training and through the provision of decision-support tools and information materials including workshops. There were over 38,500 such knowledge transfer opportunities.
  • As a result of 4 research studies (on aerodynamics, tires, idle-reduction devices and long-combination vehicles), the program team became aware of new opportunities for reducing emissions from the trucking sector. This information is being used to plan outreach initiatives, and as a result the program expects to provide more comprehensive messaging for the trucking sector.
Outputs
  • The program provided financial support to 5 projects in the amount of $254,734, creating partnerships and increasing capacity to undertake transportation energy efficiency initiatives. 6 proposals were received in total.
  • Program staff secured 3 partnerships with stakeholders and developed networks to support transportation energy efficiency initiatives by holding 62 events including presentations, seminars, and workshops.
  • Training and education on fuel efficient driving practices was provided to 503 driving professionals.
  • Program staff developed and produced 3 unique information products containing material to support more energy efficient transportation decisions (e.g. decision support tools, campaigns) targeted at transportation professionals.
  • 4 research studies were conducted (on aerodynamics, tires, idle-reduction devices and long-combination vehicles) and the findings will be used to inform future programming.


Clean Transportation Environment Canada
Clean Transportation Program 12: Vehicle Scrappage Program (Environment Canada component) Program Activity: 3.3 Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment form air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions are reduced
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $92,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $1,500,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $733,741
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The Scrappage program will target personal automobiles that are model year 1995 or earlier, in running condition ("live vehicles") and have been registered and insured for at least the past 6 months. Owners of these vehicles will be offered a suite of incentives that could include: a cash incentive; free transit passes; incentives supporting sustainable transportation alternatives (such as a car sharing membership or rebate on a bicycle); or a rebate on a vehicle of model year 2004 and newer to be provided by manufacturers and/or dealers. There will be regional variations in the type and value of incentives depending on the contribution of local partners such as transit authorities.
By the end of four years, the Program will achieve the following results
  • 200,000 in-use vehicles will be scrapped during the four-year life of the Program.
  • Smog-forming emissions will be reduced by a total of nearly 9,000 tonnes of NOx and VOCs, and 214,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions over the life of the Program.
  • Increased use of sustainable transportation alternatives could result in further reductions of greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Increased awareness and understanding among Canadians of the environmental impacts of older vehicles.
  • Responsible recycling of vehicles will prevent the release of toxic substances.
  • The code of practice developed for vehicle recycling through the Program will provide the impetus to raise standards, nationally, and may be adopted by provinces and territories.
Leveraging of federal funding by partners at a ratio of about 3:1 ($3 in incentive value for every $1 in federal funding towards incentives).
  • Consulted stakeholders on program design and delivery
  • Finalized policy development and program design
  • Awarded $79 million contribution agreement to the Clean Air Foundation to deliver the program
  • Focus group research with owners of old vehicles

Indoor Air Quality Theme Programs

 


Indoor Air Quality National Research Council
Indoor Air Quality Program 1: Indoor Air Research and Development Initiative Program Activity: 1.1 Research and development
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $8,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $2,000,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,222,147
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Assessment of the Impacts of Improved Indoor Air Ventilation and Indoor Air Distribution on Human Health and Indoor Air Quality
  • Establishment of one Scientific Steering Committee with Institut national de sante publique du Quebec (INSPQ) on intervention field study on Ventilation, Air Distribution and Health (in Quebec City) in 2007/08.
  • One 'Memorandum of Understanding' (MOU) in place with provincial health partner, to complement field intervention study (2008/09).
  • One research modelling and ventilation research facility built and instrumented (2008/09).
  • Two papers, accepted or published in peer-reviewed journals (one in 2009/10, and one in 2010/11).
Evaluation of Indoor Air Quality Technologies and Solutions
  • Two stakeholder meetings/workshops with Canadian interest groups and manufacturers, to prioritize IAQ technologies to be tested, validate research protocols, and disseminate findings (2008/09).
  • Three protocols developed on the assessment of "Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) improvement solutions"/technologies (2009/10).
  • Two papers, accepted or published in peer-reviewed journals (one in 2009/10, and one in 2010/11).
  • Two test systems built to test different relevant indoor air quality improvement technologies (2010/11).
  • One collaborative agreement in place to support one Indoor Air Quality solution (by 2010/11).
  • Three "Indoor Air Quality improvement solutions"/technologies tested against three respective protocols (2010/11).
  • One publicly available data set available regarding features of IAQ improvement technologies.
  • Report on procedures in support of rating systems in respect to IAQ (2010/11).
Establishment of a National Committee Focusing on Indoor Air
  • Establishment of a consultation/decision-making process to guide industry and relevant stakeholders concerned with Indoor Air Quality (Indoor Air Quality Committee) (2008/09).
  • Two surveys of stakeholders of industry, home owners, general interest groups etc. on awareness of indoor air and improvement strategies (2008/09 and 2010/11).
Scientific Committee established with members of HC, CMHC, INSPQ, and NRC

MOU drafted by INSPQ and NRC with respect to the objectives and responsibilities of the intervention field study.

New Indoor Air Facility
  • 2/3 complete (building shell and services completed).
Survey of scientific literature (in progress); criteria for technology selection drafted.

Technology review paper drafted.

Paper drafted on scope, composition and role of committee.

Held one foundation meeting of stakeholders representing government and industry from across Canada; identified further members and defined scope, mission, and terms reference.


Indoor Air Quality Health Canada
Indoor Air Quality Program 2: Radon Strategy Program Activity: 3.1 Healthy Environments and Consumer safety
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $15,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $3,500,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $3,384,000
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Mapping
Systematic surveying, mapping and identification of radon hotspots in all major populated areas of Canada that are known or believed to be at risk because of local geological and climatic conditions associated with elevated radon levels.

Education and Awareness
Heightened knowledge, awareness and sensitivity of all key sectors, as well as Canadian consumers and federal employees and building managers, regarding the nature and extent of risks to human health from exposure to radon and of available prevention and mitigation measures to effectively address those risks.

Testing
Systematic on-site testing and screening of approximately 15,000 federal buildings and facilities for actual radon levels and their comparison against the new radon guidelines, such inventory consisting of all federal facilities located in known and/or potential high-risk areas.
Completed ground-based analysis of soil gas radon concentrations at 262 sites (in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and southern Ontario). Locations around Sarnia in southern Ontario showed higher than average soil gas radon concentrations, suggesting they are potentially radon-rich.

Developed a fall/winter 2008 radon marketing/communications strategy focusing on homeowners, commercial building owners, the building industry and public health practitioners.

Fourteen radon stakeholder workshops held across Canada as part of strategy to encourage stakeholder involvement in radon testing and remediation.

Developed and distributed a radon fact sheet via stakeholders and industry partners.

Developed a standard procedure for radon testing in large buildings, starting with federal buildings.

Prepared information package on the objectives of the project, the process for testing, and the means by which data and results will be shared.

Tested about 1000 buildings across Canada in 2007/08, representing 5% of the stock estimated to be in high-risk areas.


Adaptation Theme Programs


Adaptation Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
Adaptation Program 1: Assist Northerners in Assessing Key Vulnerabilities and Opportunities Program Activity: 3.4 Northern Land and Resources
Start Date: April 1, 2008 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $14,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $0
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $338,775
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Northerners and Aboriginal people will have increased their knowledge and resource capacity to adapt to climate change impacts. Program measures are aimed at improving access to information and increasing technical expertise on adaptation to climate change, evaluating climate risks and identifying responses to risks, putting in place collaborative mechanisms to design effective solutions, and developing adaptation actions by aboriginal and northern communities to address key vulnerabilities. The program supports the distribution of information on tools, best practices and project results to enable communities to integrate climate change risk management in their planning, decision-making and project implementation.

Expected results for 2007/08 (from program's RMAF/RBAF)

Long Term Outcome
  • Increased capacity of northerners to adapt to climate change impacts.
Intermediate Outcomes
  • Increased professional and institutional development related to adaptation to climate change
  • Aboriginal and northern communities have access to support to develop and implement adaptation planning actions
  • Guidance material for developing safer and more reliable infrastructure, and,
  • Planning decisions are based on identified risks.
Immediate Outcomes
  • Access to information and increased technical expertise on adaptation to climate change
  • Climate risks evaluated and responses to risks identified and
  • Greater collaboration in place of the design of effective solutions.
(as per RMAF/RBAF performance indicators at output level)
  • 4 Climate change adaptation conferences attended
  • 7 stakeholders aware of the opportunities available through INAC's Adaptation Program
  • Website communicating program to staff and external stakeholders in place and maintained
  • 30 inquiries about INAC's Adaptation Program
  • Climate change Adaptation Program Guide in progress, but not completed
  • 3 projects funded for Adaptation tools (climate change scenarios, risk assessments, outreach materials)
  • 4 projects funded for identification of risks, impacts and risk management strategies related to climate change impacts.


Adaptation Environment Canada
Adaptation Program 2a: National Air Quality Health Index and Air Quality Forecast Program (Environment Canada component) Program Activity: 2.1 Improved knowledge and information on weather and environmental conditions influence decision-making
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $21,300,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $4,500,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $4,088,900
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Air Quality reports and forecasts will be produced by Environment Canada's regional Storm Predictions Centres, supported by Environment Canada's weather and environmental prediction infrastructure and real-time use of data by federal-provincial air quality monitoring programs.
  1. Production and delivery of daily AQI forecasts and advisories/warnings in BC, AB, SK, MB, ON, QC, NB, NS, PEI and NL
  2. Production and delivery of twice daily Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) forecasts and related information in Toronto and 14 locations in BC including Vancouver and Victoria
  3. Planning, technical development and training required for national transition from the AQI to the new AQHI
  4. Production and delivery of ventilation and smoke control forecasts in BC and Yukon
  5. Conduct public opinion surveys in Windsor, Toronto plus focus group research in Halifax, Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg and Vancouver to support AQHI implementation


Adaptation Health Canada
Adaptation Program 2b: National Air Quality Health Index and Air Quality Forecast Program (Health Canada component) Program Activity: 2.1 Improved knowledge and information on weather and environmental conditions influence decision-making
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $8,700,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $1,500,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,039,630
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Within the next four years, the expected outcome is for all 27 census metropolitan areas (communities larger than 100,000), collectively accounting for 80% of the Canadian population in Canada, to receive local AQHI forecasts. The longer-term objective is for full national access to the AQHI in all Canadian communities including the north if the necessary monitoring infrastructure exists to support forecasting. In 2007-2008, Health Canada entered into the implementation phase of the AQHI beginning with Toronto and 14 communities in British Columbia. Groundwork to ensure implementation in at least six additional communities for fiscal year 2008-2009 also took place. The department, together with its partners, laid the foundation to begin implementation in the Greater Toronto Area (Brampton, Burlington, Mississauga, Newmarket, Oakville, and Oshawa), Halifax, NS and Saint John NB in 2008.


Adaptation Environment Canada
Adaptation Program 3: Improved Climate Change Scenarios Program Activity: 2.1 Improved knowledge and information on weather and environmental conditions influence decision-making
Start Date: April 1, 2008 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $15,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $0
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $0
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Accurate climate information and projections are essential to assess impacts and develop robust adaptation strategies and measures. Improved climate change projections and scenarios will be developed by EC particularly on extremes and hazards for vulnerable infrastructure (e.g. bridges and sewers, which require extreme rainfall design information) and for communities across Canada. Key outcomes of this program include: Adaptive decision making, risk reduction and emergency preparedness. As funds under this program were not approved until April 2008, no work was undertaken in 2007-2008.


Adaptation Health Canada
Adaptation Program 4: Climate Change and Health Adaptation in Northern/Inuit Communities Program Activity: 4.1 First Nations and Inuit Health
Start Date: April 1, 2008 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $7,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $295,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $0
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
  • Vulnerable northern communities will have assessed human health risks and impacts related to climate change so as to position themselves to develop locally-relevant contingency plans and adaptation strategies to address priority risks and impacts. As the research will be done by communities - whether individually or as a group - much of this research and the associated mitigation strategies will be transferable to similar communities across the North.
  • Northern communities will have greater capacity/knowledge for development of culturally-sensitive educational and awareness materials on the health impacts of climate change, thereby enabling them to make better local/regional decisions to protect their health.
  • Outcomes will be measured through collection and assessment of media reports, local council meeting minutes, publications and research papers to determine the effectiveness of transferring and applying knowledge on climate change and health adaptation in northern and/or Inuit communities.
There are no results to report for FY 2007-2008 because Treasury Board funding approval was not received until April 3 rd , 2008.


Adaptation Natural Resources Canada
Adaptation Program 5: Innovative Risk Management Tools Program Activity: 1.1 Earth Sciences
Start Date: April 1, 2008 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $5,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $0
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $0
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
  • Information and decision-support tools needed for practitioners (e.g. planners and resource managers) and decision-makers are more readily available;
  • Practitioners and decision-makers use information and decision-support tools to assess risks and opportunities from a changing climate and identify adaptation options; and
  • Strengthened Canadian expertise in development and application of tools for adaptation in Canada.

Completed testing of community tools for adaptation and analyzed needs for supporting information (funding for this activity came from the Climate Change Interim Strategy).


Adaptation Natural Resources Canada
Adaptation Program 6: Regional Adaptation Action Partnerships Program Activity: 1.1 Earth Sciences
Start Date: April 1, 2008 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $30,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $0
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $0
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Information and decision-support tools needed for practitioners and decision-makers to understand risks and opportunities from a changing climate, and identify adaptation options that are available from RAWP members;
  • Practitioners and decision-makers with responsibilities to adapt are engaged on adaptation;
  • Mechanisms to share regional & sectoral information, tools & experiences nationally are used;
  • Improved institutional capacity (meaning staff understanding how to integrate climate change considerations in their organization's decisions in public and private sectors) to address adaptation issues;
  • Strengthened linkages among stakeholders on the issue of adaptation (to share lessons learned);
  • Practitioners (such as engineers and planners) adjust routine practices, guidelines, or codes & standards to respond to the risks and opportunities from a changing climate; and
  • Decision-makers adjust policy, planning, or operations to respond to the risks and opportunities from a changing climate.
Informal meetings were held with provincial and territorial adaptation focal points to discuss possible plans for the Regional Adaptation Collaboratives and determine opportunities for collaboration.

Planning for the process to deliver the RACs Program was initiated (development of call letter, communications planning, etc.)

Discussed a benchmark survey to provide data for theme and program evaluation of the level of adaptation activity in Canada.


Adaptation Health Canada
Adaptation Program 7a: Climate and Infectious Disease Alert and Response System to Protect the Health of Canadians (Health Canada component) Program Activity: 3.1 Healthy Environments and Consumer Safety
Start Date: April 1, 2008 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $7,900,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $550,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $0
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Health Professional Interventions and Training
Canadians and health care professionals will have access to improved knowledge on the health risks of a changing climate in the following key areas:
  • Health professionals and others will have substantially improved understanding of risk factors that make certain vulnerable population groups particularly susceptible to, or at risk from, extreme weather conditions, enabling them to identify and pursue more effective prevention and mitigation measures to protect health.
  • Data collection protocols and reporting frameworks distributed to support reporting on heat-health issues at the provincial and local levels.
Pilot Heat Alert and Response Systems
Canadians and health care professionals will have access to improved knowledge on the health risks of a changing climate in the following key area:
  • Stakeholders and decision-makers have the information and knowledge to both characterize heat-health risks facing communities, as well as develop appropriate alert and response strategies to protect the health of community members - especially vulnerable populations - in response to situations of extreme heat.
There are no results to report for FY 2007-2008 because Treasury Board funding approval was not received until April 3, 2008.


Adaptation Public Health Agency of Canada
Adaptation Program 7b: Climate and Infectious Disease Alert and Response System to Protect the Health of Canadians (Public Health Agency of Canada component) Program Activity: 1.2 Disease Prevention and Control
Start Date: April 1, 2008 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $7,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $494,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $251,600
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Development of a pilot community-based approach to assessing infectious disease risk and effectiveness of response in up to four communities.
  • Canadians will have access to new information to protect their health from risks related to climate change and infectious disease threats; they will be better informed of the actions they need to take to protect themselves and their families through development of new outreach products and response systems.
  • Increased knowledge and ability to predict which areas and sub-populations will be at increased risk as a result of changes to the incidence, prevalence and spread of specified infectious diseases occurring as a result of a changing climate.
  • Further development of Canadian expertise in risk modeling and risk mitigation as it relates to changes in climate and the impact on human health.
  • Tools and recommendations are available to support provinces, territories and local municipalities in the development and provision of social and public health care services in response to infectious disease events.
  • Provinces, territories and local governments, including public health authorities, will be provided with the research, evidence base and risk analysis to develop and implement prevention and mitigation strategies at the local and provincial level.
Program development planning was undertaken and preliminary contact with potential partners was made. Scientific and other equipment were purchased and some training occurred.


International Actions Theme Programs

 


International Actions Environment Canada
International Actions Program 1a: International Obligations (Environment Canada component) Program Activity: 4.2 Relations with other governments and partners are managed in support of environmental priorities
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $2,892,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $1,023,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $962,268
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The establishment of the national registry will protect Canada's international credibility by allowing Canada to remain engaged in the Kyoto Protocol and avoiding a non-compliance proceeding.

Payment of membership dues and active participation in international technology partnerships outside the UN will strengthen Canada's credibility and influence discussions on a future climate change agreement.
Canada established its national registry. Canada made its assessed contributions, as well as voluntary contributions to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

Canada participated in technology-related partnerships outside of the UN, including the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership in order to promote and support the development of clean technologies needed to reduce GHG emissions and address climate change.

Canada provided support to non-UN agencies with the goal of enhancing understanding and assessing options for the development of a future climate change agreement.


International Actions Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
International Actions Program 1b: International Obligations (Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada component) Program Activity: 1.3 Global Issues
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $1,908,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $477,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $404,316
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Canada , in continuing to meet its funding obligations for the UN Climate Change Secretariat, will contribute to its international reputation and the overall functioning of this organization, assisting to ensure that the Secretariat will be able to continue to organize future meetings. International funding obligations for 2007-2008 were met.


International Actions Environment Canada
International Actions Program 2a: International Participation and Negotiations (Environment Canada component) Program Activity: 3.3 Risk to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and GHG emissions are reduced
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $11,400,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $3,000,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $3,247,607
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Given the interdisciplinary and collaborative approach among departments on this component, some expected outcomes of this work are shared across departments. These shared expected outcomes are:
  • Effective coordination of issues, matters and policy perspectives related to international climate change across relevant departments. Ministers are kept apprised of relevant issues affecting their portfolios. Analytically-sound options for Canadian negotiating positions are developed, analyzed and broadly coordinated through the interdepartmental process.
  • Outcomes of international negotiations and initiatives are consistent with Canada's interests and priorities as agreed to inter-departmentally and/or through Cabinet directives. Canadian interests are protected and advanced in both existing and new agreements, and through participation in key bilateral and multilateral partnerships.
EC worked closely with other government departments to develop policy options and positions on a range of climate change issues.

Canada actively participated in the UN and non-UN negotiations and discussions leading to the establishment of a post-2012 climate change agreement.

Canada 's participation contributed to ensuring that the future agreement on climate change is consistent with our domestic approach on climate change and protects Canadian environmental and economic interests.


International Actions Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
International Actions Program 2b: International Participation and Negotiations (Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada component) Program Activity: 1.3 Global Issues
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $6,400,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $1,750,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,525,706
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Given the interdisciplinary and collaborative approach among departments on this component, some expected outcomes of this work are shared across departments. These shared expected outcomes are:
  • Effective coordination of issues, matters and policy perspectives related to international climate change across relevant departments. Ministers are kept apprised of relevant issues affecting their portfolios. Analytically-sound options for Canadian negotiating positions are developed, analyzed and broadly coordinated through the interdepartmental process.
  • Outcomes of international negotiations and initiatives are consistent with Canada's interests and priorities as agreed to inter-departmentally and/or through Cabinet directives. Canadian interests are protected and advanced in both existing and new agreements, and through participation in key bilateral and multilateral partnerships.
Through the provision of substantive analytical and policy input in the formulation and presentation of Canadian views, Canadian interests were defended in the negotiations under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and its Kyoto Protocol.

A key outcome of these deliberations was the formal launch of negotiations on a future climate change agreement at the UN Bali Climate Change Conference in December 2007. DFAIT actively participated in the UN process, as well as advocate our positions within other multilateral processes, i.e., the G8, the Major Economies Meeting process, APEC, the Commonwealth, other UN events, and through bilateral channels through DFAIT's network of Embassies and other Missions abroad.


International Actions Natural Resources Canada
International Actions Program 2c: International Participation and Negotiations (Natural Resources Canada component) Program Activity: 2.1 Clean Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $5,200,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $1,400,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $946,922
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The expected outcomes of NRCan's international climate change policy development and continued engagement in international climate change negotiations, both inside and outside the UNFCCC include:
  • Alignment of Canada's international climate change policies and negotiating positions with Canada's domestic energy and other natural resource interests (i.e. as a major natural resources exporter), as well as alignment with Canada's domestic climate change and clean air policies.
  • Highlighting Canadian technologies and activities through international climate change venues that can assist in addressing the global nature of climate change while promoting Canadian technology exports internationally.
  • Providing timely strategic policy advice to the Minister of NRCan, Deputy Minister and senior management on global climate change developments, and the links with energy policy and other natural resource issues.
  • Preparing NRCan's Minister, Deputy-Minister and other senior officials for representing the Department and Canada in a range of strategically selected bilateral and multilateral meetings across a range of fora.
NRCan contributed to the process to ensure that domestic interests and climate change policies were reflected during the formulation and presentation of Canadian negotiating positions.

NRCan participated in the Expert Group on Technology Transfer, established under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to analyze and identify ways to facilitate and advance technology development and transfer activities.

NRCan referenced domestic activities to address climate change (e.g., ecoENERGY) in briefing materials prepared for international climate change meetings.

NRCan officials provided policy documents and advice to the Minister, Deputy Minister and other senior officials in support of policy and development and decision making

NRCan's policy analysis and technical expertise in energy, forestry and climate change adaptation anchored the Government of Canada representatives' participation in international meetings, including the UNFCCC, the U.S.-led Major Emitters Process, the G8 and Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation.


International Actions Environment Canada
International Actions Program 3a: Asia-Pacific Partnership (Environment Canada component) Program Activity: 3.3 Risk to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and GHG emissions are reduced
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $18,882,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $4,628,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $518,024
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
In the first year, Canada will be in an implementation phase where APP activities will be focused on: 1) obtaining membership; 2) consulting with key domestic industrial sectors, and; 3) developing Canada's governance structure and operational guidelines through the establishment of an APP Secretariat.

In subsequent years, once Canada's membership has been confirmed, the focus will shift from program design to implementation. Domestic activities will shift from promotion and consultation to project selection. Internationally, Canada will seek to influence the scope and direction of the Partnership to ensure alignment with Canada's interests, while leveraging enhanced bilateral relations to shape the role of key large emitting countries in a future climate change agreement.
Canada obtained membership to the Asia-Pacific Partnership in October 2007.

A governance structure to operationalize Canada's participation in the APP has been operationalized.

Canada is participating in the work of all of the APP Task Forces, and is facilitating the involvement of the Canadian private sector in the work of the APP.


International Actions Natural Resources Canada
International Actions Program 3b: Asia-Pacific Partnership (Natural Resources Canada component) Program Activity: 2.1 Clean Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $878,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $272,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $21,436
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
In the first year, Canada will be in an implementation phase where APP activities will be focused on: 1) obtaining membership; 2) consulting with key domestic industrial sectors, and; 3) developing Canada's governance structure and operational guidelines through the establishment of an APP Secretariat.

In subsequent years, once Canada's membership has been confirmed, the focus will shift from program design to implementation. Domestic activities will shift from promotion and consultation to project selection. Internationally, Canada will seek to influence the scope and direction of the Partnership to ensure alignment with Canada's interests, while leveraging enhanced bilateral relations to shape the role of key large emitting countries in a future climate change agreement.
NRCan officials assisted with the effort that led to Canada's invitation and eventual acceptance to membership.

NRCan participated in consultations with key domestic industrial sectors.

NRCan provided advice and input to the Secretariat and inter-departmental working group in developing Canada's governance structure and operational guidelines.

NRCan provided input on potential project selection criteria.


International Actions Industry Canada
International Actions Program 3c: Asia-Pacific Partnership (Industry Canada component) Program Activity: 2.1 Clean Energy
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $240,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $100,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $0
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
In the first year, Canada will be in an implementation phase where APP activities will be focused on: 1) obtaining membership; 2) consulting with key domestic industrial sectors, and; 3) developing Canada's governance structure and operational guidelines through the establishment of an APP Secretariat.

In subsequent years, once Canada's membership has been confirmed, the focus will shift from program design to implementation. Domestic activities will shift from promotion and consultation to project selection. Internationally, Canada will seek to influence the scope and direction of the Partnership to ensure alignment with Canada's interests, while leveraging enhanced bilateral relations to shape the role of key large emitting countries in a future climate change agreement.
Industry Canada's involvement in the APP will result in enhanced participation and liaison with key Canadian sectors and key sectors internationally.
As no funds were spent in 2007-08, no activities were completed during this period.


International Actions Environment Canada
International Actions Program 4: PM Annex Program Activity: 3.3 Risk to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and GHG emissions are reduced
Start Date: April 1, 2007 End Date: March 31, 2011
Total Funding Allocated $2,200,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $550,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $136,699
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The negotiations of a PM Annex (scheduled for completion early summer 2008), will result over the longer-term (i.e. by 2011) in:
  • an enhanced relationship between Canada and the U.S. on a key environmental issue for both countries - clean air as evidenced by their continued interest in pursuing air quality initiatives of common interest;
  • reduced transboundary flow of PM and its precursors based largely on the caps and timelines established by the Clean Air Interstate Rule in the U.S. and by the Clean Air Regulatory Agenda in Canada.
In 2007-2008, Canada and the US launched the negotiations of a PM Annex and established two inter-sessional working groups to prepare the second round of negotiations.


Partnerships Theme Program


Partnerships Environment Canada
Partnerships Program 1: Clean Air Community Partnerships Program Activity:
Total Approved $12,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $3,000,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,000,600
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
Short-term results include
  • Incentives are provided to encourage Canadians to adopt more sustainable behaviours at home, at school, at the workplace.
  • Funding from EC to partners leverages projects and initiatives that provide incentives for Canadians to take action on Clean Air and Climate.
  • Communities and individuals are better able to manage and take a lead on reducing emissions that contribute to climate change and air pollution.
  • Community Funding Programs are managed effectively to deliver on departmental priorities.
Longer-term expected results include
  • Canadians make decisions and take action to enhance environmental quality
  • Canadians adopt sustainable consumption and production behaviours
  • The ultimate outcomes of the CACP will be that greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution is reduced.
Completed the design and start-up of the Clean Air Community Partnerships program. Consulted with stakeholders, prepared documentation and staffing. The main result areas achieved were in terms of implementation:
  • A Program Manager was hired.
  • Communications and program materials were prepared.
  • Performance indicators developed.
  • GHG calculator created. The GHG calculator is an estimation tool that will assist both CACP staff and funding recipients to calculate GHG reductions for individual CACP projects.
  • Contribution to Clean Air HMARF was completed for the Partnerships Theme.

Management and Accountability Theme Program


Management and Accountability Environment Canada
Management and Accountability Program 1: Management and Accountability Program Activity: 3.3 - Risk to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and GHG emissions are reduced
Total Approved $5,000,000
Planned Spending for 2007-2008 $1,250,000
Actual Spending for 2007-2008 $1,185,894
Expected Results 2007-2011 Results Achieved in 2007-2008
The Government has committed to achieving tangible improvements in Canada's environment, including reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It has also committed to implement a more strategic approach to expenditure management in horizontal priority areas. The HMARF will help address the need to improve governance and accountability in the management of horizontal initiatives that involve a number of departments.

The objectives of the Clean Air Agenda are to improve the health of Canadians and increase environmental benefits by reducing air pollution and GHG emissions. This will be delivered through two main initiatives:
  • The Clean Air Regulatory Agenda, which is intended to provide effective regulation of air pollution and GHG from transportation, key industrial sectors and consumer products; and
  • Program Measures in Support of the Government's Clean Air Agenda, which are intended to provide for a balanced approach to reducing emissions of air pollutants and GHGs to protect the health and environment of Canadians. They will encompass actions in all key areas that cannot be covered by regulation.
Together, these initiatives provide an integrated, nationally consistent approach for areas that can be regulated and addresses important sources of emissions that cannot be effectively regulated. The program measures can also contribute to emission reductions while regulations are being developed. Each of the main initiatives will be delivered through theme areas composed of specific programs.
  • CAA-HMARF Charter was completed and approved
  • CAA-HMARF Strategies were completed and approved (Financial, performance, governance, reporting, risk, information management, evaluation)
  • The final CAA-HMARF strategy and plan was submitted to Treasury Board and accepted
  • Clean Air Agenda chapter for 2006-07 Canada's Performance Report was published
  • CAA-HMARF 2008-2009 RPP was completed and made available to the public
  • A Consolidated ARLU report was submitted to TBS
  • Supported Governance structure meetings
    • 2 DGTLCC meetings
    • 1 ADM meetings

  • Developed the 08-09 workplan for CAA-HMARF



2007-2009 Sustainable Development Strategy

Environment Canada tabled its fourth Sustainable Development Strategy (SDS) for the period 2007-2009 in the House of Commons in December 2006. This is the first progress report on the Strategy.

Environment Canada's SDS 2007-2009 highlights for Canadians key commitments that the Department will undertake to strengthen the integration of sustainable development in the planning and delivery of our strategic outcomes. Commitments in the SDS focus on two key aspects of Environment Canada's approach to sustainable development: strengthening the Department's capacity to integrate social and economic considerations into our decision-making processes; and continuing to provide the environmental information, programs and services that enable Canadians to better integrate the true value of the environment into their decision-making. Environment Canada's SDS is aligned along four main goals:

  1. Canadians and their environment are protected from the effects of pollution and waste in support of a sustainable economy;
  2. Weather and environmental predictions and services reduce risks and contribute to the well-being of Canadians;
  3. Canada 's natural capital is managed to protect and enhance its capacity to provide ecological goods and services that provide enduring social and economic benefits; and
  4. Strengthened integrated decision-making in the delivery of departmental strategic outcomes.

The commitments made in the Strategy are fully integrated into the Department's results management framework to ensure that they remain a core element of the Department's planning, managing and performance reporting practices. This first report on progress for the 2007-2009 SDS outlines the results achieved up to March 31, 2008. The purpose of the SDS subsection is to apprise parliamentarians and Canadians of the results achieved and progress made during the first year of SDS implementation.

Environment Canada has made a number of important accomplishments under this Strategy. Detailed performance information is available at http://www.ec.gc.ca/sd-dd_consult/DPR2007Table_e.html . The Department's SDS 2007-2009 document is available at http://www.ec.gc.ca/sd-dd_consult/SDS2007/index_e.cfm .



Response to Parliamentary Committees and External Audits

Response to External Audits


Response to the Auditor General including to the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development (CESD)
2007 October Report of the Auditor General - Chapter 3 - Inuvialuit Final Agreement

Summary: This audit examines the extent to which each department implicated in the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, Public Works and Government Services Canada, Environment Canada, Parks Canada, and Fisheries and Oceans Canada) has met a selection of its specific economic, environmental and wildlife obligations. Environment Canada is generally compliant with its obligations under the Agreement.

Recommendation: One of the audit recommendations (3.46) implicates Environment Canada, among others, noting that departments should develop systems and processes to monitor their compliance with the Agreement's contracting provisions. (Environment Canada has not issued a contract relevant to Section 16 since the Inuvialuit Final Agreement was signed).

Government Response to Recommendation 3.46 - Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, Public Works and Government Services Canada, Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, and Parks Canada.

  • Agreed Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, in consultation with Treasury Board Secretariat and Public Works and Government Services Canada, will provide guidance to departments on the appropriate level of monitoring required to ensure compliance with this Agreement's and similar agreements' contracting provisions that are reflected in Treasury Board policy requirements.
  • It is important to note that an interdepartmental working group has been established by Treasury Board Secretariat for the development of an amendment to the Treasury Board Contracting Policy which will update the process for government procurement in the context of comprehensive land claims agreements. The amendment will clarify departmental responsibilities for monitoring and reporting requirements of Crown procurements undertaken in regions covered by comprehensive land claims agreements, including the Inuvialuit Final Agreement.
  • It should be noted that while some departments have systems to monitor departmental compliance with the specific contracting provisions in the Inuvialuit Final Agreement, not all departments do so on a systematic basis. Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, Public Works and Government Services Canada, Parks Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, and Environment Canada will develop or strengthen, where necessary, systems and procedures to meet any new monitoring and reporting requirements that may be established by the Treasury Board.
  • In addition, the five audited departments will give full consideration to this recommendation as they review and where necessary, enhance current systems and procedures to monitor the awarding of contracts to the Inuvialuit that are not subject to public tender, when they are capable of supplying the goods and services on a reasonable basis. Work on processes governing federal procurement to include provisions for contracting in national parks is already under way, and will be developed to capture the same information for other comprehensive land claims agreements.

For more information on Chapter 3, visit: www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_oag_2007_3_e_23827.html

2007 October Report of the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development - Chapter 1: Sustainable Development Strategies

Summary: The audit evaluates government performance related to departmental sustainable development strategies in three areas: government wide direction for sustainable development strategies, action on strategy commitments and the quality of selected 2007-2009 strategies. The audit is critical of Environment Canada's performance as the lead department on sustainable development strategies over the past ten years.

Recommendation: The audit contains only one recommendation that the federal government should carry out a thorough documented review of its current approach to the preparation and use of sustainable development strategies and should act on the results. Its review should take into account the original expectations for sustainable development strategies as articulated in A Guide to Green Government (1995), lessons learned over the past four sustainable development strategy cycles, and stakeholder views on key challenges and opportunities for the future.

Departmental Response: Environment Canada, as the department assigned responsibility for coordinating sustainable development strategies in September 2005, agrees on the government's behalf with the recommendation. A review of the current approach to sustainable development strategies is timely and could draw on over a decade of experience with the current approach and a growing body of experience and best practices internationally with regard to sustainable development strategies. Environment Canada, in collaboration with other departments, will conduct a thorough review which will identify means to improve the government's approach to sustainable development.

For more information on Chapter 1, visit: www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_cesd_2007_1_e_23837.html

2007 October Report of the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development - Chapter 2: Environmental Petitions

Summary: This chapter is a retrospective that studies past experience to identify opportunities for enhancing the petitions process. The chapter describes the nature of environmental petitions and the extent to which some of them may have influenced the federal management of environmental issues in Canada.

Mention of departments including Environment Canada is generally factual, neutral and for the most part occurs in the context of actions they are taking and have described in a response to a petition. Environment Canada is noted to be the most petitioned department in government and to have received over 170 petitions since the inception of the process in 1995. Environment Canada, Transport Canada and Fisheries and Oceans Canada are mentioned positively as being departments that have developed guidance to facilitate the development of petition responses within and among departments. The report concludes that through the work on the retrospective, the CESD has identified opportunities for enhancing the petitions process and confirming the importance of continuing current auditing and reporting practices. The report does not make any recommendation.

For more information on Chapter 2, visit: www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_cesd_2007_2_e_23838.html

2008 March Status Report of the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development

 

Chapter 1-Chemicals Management-Substances Assessed under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999

 

This Chapter examined the progress made by Environment Canada and Health Canada in managing risk assessments under Canadian Environmental Protection Act , including the status of the 69 priority substances. It also examined the departments' initiatives for addressing new risk assessment priorities out of the 23 000 substances on the Domestic Substances List.

The Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development found:

  • The federal government has made satisfactory progress since 2002 in responding to the Commissioner's findings and recommendations regarding the management of risk assessments of chemical substances that could be toxic.
  • Risk assessments of priority substances that were underway in 2002 have been completed for the most part. However, the assessments of four of those substances have yet to be finalized - even though the departments have evidence that two of them are likely toxic and present risks to human health and the environment.
  • Health Canada and Environment Canada identified 4 300 substances that needed further assessment and the departments have adjusted the risk assessment process based on lessons learned from previous evaluations, set clear objectives and timelines, identified priorities, and are taking steps to ensure that they will have enough resources to do the work.

Recommendation 1.19: Environment Canada and Health Canada should make publicly available the list of those substances that have been assessed as toxic under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 but are not listed in Schedule 1 of the Act and are being risk managed outside the Act. The list should also include information on what controls are in place.

 

Environment Canada's Response: Environment Canada accepts this recommendation and will make such a list available in 2008 through the Government of Canada's Internet Website for the Chemicals Management Plan and the CEPA registry.

 

For more information on Chapter 1, visit: www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_cesd_200803_01_e_30127.html

 

Chapter 3-Chemicals Management-Federal Contaminated Sites

This chapter examined the progress that four departments-Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, National Defence and Transport Canada-made in addressing selected findings and recommendations from the 2002 Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development Report. These departments are collectively responsible for approximately 89 percent of the contaminated sites under federal responsibility. The chapter also examined what Environment Canada and the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat did to provide central leadership in dealing with high-risk contaminated sites.

The Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development found:

  • Satisfactory progress in managing its contaminated sites including the development of a Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan with the objectives of effectively eliminating the financial liability associated with its contaminated sites by 2020 and reducing the risks to human health and the environment.
  • The four departments audited are putting significant effort into managing their contaminated sites. They have cleaned up about 340 sites, and about 480 others are undergoing cleanup. During the audit, the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat issued additional guidance to departments to help ensure that their planned actions are aligned with and will contribute to the federal objective of effectively eliminating the financial liability for known sites by 2020.
  • New regulations requiring departments to take action on their petroleum storage tanks were proposed in 2007-four years later than promised. Although the proposed Regulations will require tanks found to be leaking to be withdrawn from service immediately, their full effect will not come into force until four years after the Regulations are put in place. Tanks considered to be at high risk of leaking could remain in service until then.

No recommendations are made in this chapter.

For more information on Chapter 3, visit: http://www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_cesd_200803_02_e_30128.html

 

Chapter 4-Ecosystems-Federal Protected Areas for Wildlife

 

This chapter examined the progress made by Environment Canada in implementing the recommendations and observations made in Chapter 1 of the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development 2001 Report on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Basin related to protected areas. However, because the department manages protected areas on a national basis, the audit examined the management of these areas from a national perspective.

 

The Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development found:

  • Environment Canada has made unsatisfactory progress in addressing CESD recommendations on national wildlife areas and migratory bird sanctuaries. These areas are at risk.
  • Environment Canada has identified specific threats to each of its protected areas, but has not assessed whether conditions are improving or deteriorating at the sites, nor used the information collected to address threats on a priority basis.
  • Environment Canada has developed a national strategy to guide the management of sites in its protected areas network, but the strategy is not being fully implemented.
  • Environment Canada has not established explicit performance expectations against which progress can be assessed, and does not comprehensively monitor or regularly report on the condition and management of its network of protected areas.
  • According to its own analyses, Environment Canada has allocated insufficient human and financial resources to address urgent needs or activities related to the maintenance of sites and enforcement of regulations in protected areas.

In addition to addressing issues related to the ecological integrity of protected areas, the report discusses and draws attention to weaknesses in the enforcement of regulations (paragraphs 4.35 to 4.37)

 

Recommendation 4.49: Environment Canada should systematically assess its national wildlife areas and migratory bird sanctuaries to determine whether they are meeting the Department's criteria for protected areas and fulfilling their intended purpose. Based on its assessments, the Department should undertake timely action to maintain, restore, or delist sites as appropriate.

 

Environment Canada's Response: Recommendation accepted. Environment Canada continues to implement measures to manage national wildlife areas and migratory bird sanctuaries. The Department has developed a strategic framework for the management of its network of 143 protected areas, and an operations manual that establishes policies and procedures for the effective management of these areas.

Environment Canada is currently undertaking a review of its protected areas in conserving wildlife and protecting migratory birds, their nests, eggs, and habitat. This review, to be completed in the summer of 2008, will also include consideration of more effective means of monitoring and reporting on the state of these areas, and will help to inform necessary actions, contingent on available resources. An action plan with timelines will then be prepared during 2008-2009 which will provide guidance for example on priorities for updated site management plans, site improvements and delisting. In addition, Environment Canada will also update five site management plans during 2008-2009. Full implementation of the action plan will be contingent upon available resources.

For more information on Chapter 4, visit: www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_cesd_200803_04_e_30130.html

 

Chapter 5-Ecosystems-Protection of Species at Risk

This chapter examined the progress made by Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Parks Canada in implementing recommendations made in Chapter 1 of the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development 2001 Report on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Basin concerning the development of inventories and the development and implementation of recovery strategies for species at risk. Because issues related to species at risk are managed on a national basis, this status report examined progress from a national perspective.

The Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development found:

  • Environment Canada has made unsatisfactory progress in responding to 2001 recommendations relating to the development of a comprehensive inventory and of recovery strategies for species at risk while Parks Canada has made satisfactory progress on this recommendation.
  • The three departments made unsatisfactory progress in responding to the 2001 recommendation relating to the development of recovery strategies and the departments have not complied with specific deadline requirements established by the Species at Risk Act. As of June 2007, recovery strategies should have been completed for 228 species at risk, but as of that date, recovery strategies completed address only 55 of those species.
  • Departments are also required under the Act to identify to the extent possible, critical habitat necessary for the survival or recovery of species at risk. As of June 2007, critical habitat had been identified for four of the 228 species at risk for which recovery strategies were due, and partially identified for twelve others.

No recommendations are made in this chapter.

For more information on Chapter 5, visit: www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_cesd_200803_05_e_30131.html

 

Chapter 7-Ecosystems-Areas of Concern in the Great Lakes Basin

In 2001, the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development conducted an audit and recommended that Environment Canada clarify its roles and responsibilities and those of its partners, and develop and implement plans to complete actions for delisting areas of concern with particular attention to remediating contaminated sediment and treating municipal sewage.

This chapter examines the progress made by Environment Canada on these issues since the 2001 audit.

The Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development found:

  • Environment Canada has made unsatisfactory progress on issues raised in the 2001 audit. The department has not ensured that criteria for delisting areas of concern are specified for each Canadian area of concern. While the Department has recently clarified some responsibilities, it still has not clearly specified who is responsible for carrying out all the required remedial actions, who will pay for those efforts and within what timelines the actions will be taken. Finally, it has not adequately assessed the extent to which each impairment in each Canadian area of concern has been restored and it has not reported progress to the International Joint Commission as it is required to do under the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement.
  • After more than 20 years, only 2 of Canada's original 17 areas of concern have been delisted-the latest in 2003.

 

Recommendation 7.36: In order to fulfill its commitments under the Great lakes Water Quality Agreement, Environment Canada on behalf of the federal government, should establish and finalize arrangements with all relevant partners to ensure they implement the initiatives necessary to remediate contaminated sediment and to adequately treat municipal wastewater in Canadian areas of concern.

 

Environment Canada's Response: Environment Canada accepts the recommendation; however it is noted that implementation of actions to fully respond to this recommendation is dependant upon the commitment of partners.

By April 2008, Environment Canada will develop project plans for eight of the nine areas of concern where sediment management is required in order to remediate and delist the site (Port Hope Harbour is being addressed by Natural Resources Canada under a separate program due to the radioactive nature of the sediment in that location).

Environment Canada will then negotiate funding partnerships with all relevant partners (Ontario, local governments and other stakeholders) on a case-by-case basis. Sediment remediation will be completed in seven of the eight areas of concern by April 2012. Sediment remediation will begin in Hamilton Harbour by 2009 and the project will require approximately 10 years to complete.

By July 2009 Environment Canada will complete a review of improvements to municipal wastewater treatment required to remediate and delist areas of concern. Environment Canada will then negotiate a formal commitment of intent by all relevant partners (Ontario, local governments) to seek funding for infrastructure improvements through established federal and provincial funding programs.

 

Recommendation 7.39: When specifying targets for restoring beneficial uses and delisting Canadian areas of concern, Environment Canada should clearly define all the necessary actions, including who is responsible for carrying them out, the cost-sharing arrangements, expected dates to complete those actions, and expectations for progress reporting.

 

Environment Canada's Response: Environment Canada accepts the recommendation; however it is noted that implementation of actions to fully respond to this recommendation is dependant upon the commitment of partners.

By July 2008, Environment Canada will clearly define all necessary actions to remediate and delist remaining areas of concern, including who is responsible for carrying them out. Environment Canada will then negotiate concurrence of all relevant partners (Ontario, local governments and other stakeholders) on a site-by-site basis as an addendum to existing remedial action plans.

Due to the nature of the projects and the limitations of funding partners, cost-sharing arrangements for remedial actions in areas of concern are negotiated on a project-by-project basis. Terms and conditions of Environment Canada's Great Lakes Sustainability Fund stipulate a maximum of one third federal funding for projects for the remediation of areas of concern. Similar cost-sharing arrangements requirements are in place as part of Infrastructure Canada funding programs, whereby the amount of federal funding provided to an infrastructure project is generally matched by that provided by provincial and local or regional governments. Beyond this cost-sharing provision, as part of Infrastructure Canada funding programs, the maximum federal funding amount to be provided to the project is also specified thereby limiting the amount of the federal contribution to the project should cost overruns occur.

Expected dates for completion of actions leading to the remediation and delisting of areas of concern are included in the 2007-2010 Canada-Ontario Agreement Respecting the Great Lakes Basin. The current agreement commits Canada and Ontario to completing all actions in four areas of concern by 2010. In negotiations of future agreements, Environment Canada will advocate for greater specificity in the timeframe in which remedial actions will be completed across all areas of concern.

Environment Canada will work with the Province of Ontario to ensure biennial public progress reports required under the 2007-2010 Canada-Ontario Agreement Respecting the Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem regularly report progress and status of all Canadian and shared Canada-U.S. areas of concern.

For more information on Chapter 7, visit: www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_cesd_200803_07_e_30133.html

Chapter 8-Management Tools and Government Commitments-International Environmental Agreements

This chapter examined the federal government's management of international agreements to assess the progress it has made since 2004. More particularly, it examined 20 international environmental agreements (Annex I) in four departments-Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Transport Canada and Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada for the availability and clarity of the information about the agreements' objectives; the means established to meet the objectives; the current targets; and the reporting on progress.

The Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development found:

  • The government has made unsatisfactory progress in providing a complete and understandable picture of the results expected from Canada's international environmental agreements (IEA). While Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, and Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada generally make available information on Canada's obligations under the agreements, they provide less information on the programs and means in place to meet the obligations, expected achievements and results.
  • The government has made unsatisfactory progress in planning, monitoring and reporting on the extent to which Canada is meeting its commitments from the World Summit on Sustainable Development in 2002. While the government has followed the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development approach to monitoring and reporting, it still has no longer-term plan for ensuring that it will be in a position to report significant progress on its commitments.
  • The World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD) is mentioned in the context of past CESD audits which reported in 2005 that Canada still had not developed an action plan to deliver results on Canada's WSSD commitments.

Recommendation 8.27: As lead departments responsible for international environmental agreements, Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Transport Canada and Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada should provide Parliament and Canadians with complete, understandable, and current information on objectives, means, expected results and results.

 

Environment Canada's Response: Environment Canada accepts the recommendation. Environment Canada has various reporting methods, ranging from annual departmental performance reviews, reports on plans and priorities and regular updating of Environment Canada's international engagements posted on public websites to monitor and convey progress achieved.

In response to the CESD's 2008 Report Chapter 8 recommendation, Environment Canada will use the Report on Plans and Priorities, the Departmental Performance Report and other Environment Canada websites to ensure information on Environment Canada-led international environmental agreements' objectives, means, anticipated results and results achieved are transparently and effectively reported to Parliament and to Canadians:

Report on Plans and Priorities

  • Environment Canada produces an annual Report on Plans and Priorities (RPP) that provides parliamentarians and Canadians with a summary of the Department's plans and priorities for the next three years.
  • Information on Environment Canada's IEA activities, plans and priorities to be highlighted in the RPP.

Departmental Performance Report

  • Environment Canada produces an annual Departmental Performance Report (DPR) that provides parliamentarians and Canadians with a strategic overview of the Department's performance and achievements in the past fiscal year.
  • Information on Environment Canada's IEA results achieved against the expected results to be highlighted in the DPR.

Websites

  • Environment Canada regularly reports and updates IEA progress on respective Environment Canada's branch public websites, where appropriate, on IEA progress.
For example:
  • Further, the Canadian Biodiversity Information Network (www.cbin.ec.gc.ca/) includes information on Environment Canada's participation at international meetings, anticipated achievements and programmatic policies.

In addition, Environment Canada's International Affairs website is also in the process of being updated. Environment Canada will use the CESD's Chapter 8 recommendation where applicable. (Environment Canada's Branch Website update March 2009, International Affairs Branch International Website March 2008)

For more information on Chapter 8, visit: www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_cesd_200803_08_e_30134.html

Chapter 9-Management Tools and Government Commitments-Strategic Environmental Assessment

In 1990, a cabinet directive made the Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) the federal government's main tool for considering the impact of proposed policies and programs on the environment. Further, in 2004, public reporting became mandatory whenever a detailed SEA is completed.

This chapter examined progress made in implementing strategic environmental assessments since 2004.

The Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development found:

  • Progress in addressing the 2004 audit observations and recommendations has been unsatisfactory. Despite improvements evident in some areas, there are weaknesses in accountability and transparency-areas fundamental to good management. The CESD found no evidence that a mechanism exists to hold departments and agencies to account when they do not appropriately apply the directive. Nor did the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development find that the Privy Council Office challenged departments and agencies on their application of the directive when they have submitted proposals to Cabinet.
  • Of the departments that the CESD reexamined that rated poorly in their last audit, the Canadian International Development Agency and Fisheries and Oceans Canada have made satisfactory progress in developing and implementing SEA management systems while Health Canada's progress has been unsatisfactory.

The audit makes specific observations on several named departments. Environment Canada was included in the audit but is not specifically identified in the context of the findings.

No recommendations are made in this chapter.

 

For more information on Chapter 9,visit: www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_cesd_200803_09_e_30135.html

 

Chapter 10-Management Tools and Government Commitments-Greening of Government Operations

 

This chapter examines the progress made by the government to green its operations.

The Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development found:

  • The government's progress towards providing guidance on greening operations to departments preparing sustainable development strategies has been unsatisfactory. The government-wide targets for departments to use were either non-specific, reiterated previous objectives, or were left open to interpretation and departments were not required to use them.
  • The government has placed a lot of emphasis on its new commodity management approach to procurement. Given the time elapsed since this new approach was put in place, the CESD found that Public Works and Government Services Canada is making satisfactory progress in greening the commodities examined.
  • The principal focus of this audit is Public Works and Government Services Canada, and two recommendations are made to Public Works and Government Services Canada in this chapter. One implicates Environment Canada.

Recommendation 10.51: Public Works and Government Services Canada, in consultation with the Treasury Board Secretariat, Environment Canada and other departments and agencies as appropriate, should revisit the authorities, roles, responsibilities and capacities for greening government operations, with a view to clarifying the leadership and responsibility for

  • the provision of central direction and guidance on greening government operations for sustainable development strategies;
  • the establishment of meaningful and aggressive government-wide targets for greening government operations; and
  • the development of a government-wide strategy for monitoring and reporting on greening government operations.

 

One recommendation in this chapter is made to Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) that includes Environment Canada in a consultative capacity. PWGSC' response is as follows:

Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC), on behalf of responsible departments and agencies, agrees with the recommendation. Building on past successes, PWGSC, in consultation with the Treasury Board Secretariat, Environment Canada and other departments and agencies as appropriate, will work to clarify authorities, roles, responsibilities and capacities around greening government operations with a view to clarifying the leadership and responsibility for

  • providing central direction and guidance on greening government operations, included in the context of sustainable development strategies;
  • developing benchmarks and meaningful and aggressive government-wide targets for greening government operations; and,
  • establishing performance measures and a government-wide strategy for monitoring and reporting.

 

This will draw on over a decade of experience and be informed by international best practices on greening government operations. Clarification of authorities, roles, responsibilities and capacities will be completed by March 2008.

This response has been developed in consultation with the Treasury Board Secretariat and Environment Canada.

For more information on Chapter 10, visit: www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_cesd_200803_10_e_30136.html

 

Chapter 12-Previous Audits of Responses to Environmental Petitions-Listing of Species at Risk

This is an audit of a response made to an environmental petition. The chapter sought to determine whether Environment Canada had made progress in addressing the development of guidelines for listing species at risk.

The Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development found:

  • Progress is unsatisfactory. Environment Canada has not finalized guidelines for dealing with cases in which the Minister does not follow the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada advice to recommend adding a species to the List of Wildlife Species at Risk. Although the Department has drafted guidelines, these are not publicly available, have changed over time, and are not applied consistently or systematically. In the meantime, 20 species have not been listed for federal protection for socio-economic reasons, and due to a requirement for additional consultation with the Nunavut Wildlife Management Board.

Recommendation 12.11: Environment Canada should ensure that the draft guidelines for making recommendations to list species at risk are finalized, made publicly available, and implemented.

Environment Canada's Response: Recommendation accepted. Guidelines for the listing/delisting of wildlife species under the Species at Risk Act (SARA) were approved in principle in September 2006 by the Deputy Heads Steering Committee for Species at Risk (Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Parks Canada) and together with federal regulatory policy have guided subsequent decisions.

Due to evolving legislative and policy frameworks in provinces and territories, and the implications of this for SARA, the National Framework for Species at Risk Conservation (NFSARC) was developed and endorsed by the Canadian Council of Resource Deputy Ministers in September 2007. As a result, the guidelines for listing/delisting are being reviewed for consistency. Once this federal review is complete, the guidelines will be made public.

As of November 2007, 389 species assessed by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC) have been listed under SARA. Twenty species have not yet been listed. Environment Canada has responsibility for six of these and subsequent to meeting the Act's consultation obligations, is endeavoring to bring these forward for consideration in late 2008 or 2009.

Environment Canada is aware of the status of species, whether listed or not, based on data from a shared database populated by the responsible species manager (from either a province, a territory, Environment Canada or Fisheries and Oceans Canada) which is the prime data base for the COSEWIC follow-up reviews. This approach is an effective use of resources and reflects the shared responsibility for wildlife, consistent with the 2007 National Framework for Species at Risk Conservation.

For more information on Chapter 12, visit: www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_cesd_200803_12_e_30138.html

Chapter 14-Previous Audits of Responses to Environmental Petitions-Genetically Engineered Fish

This is an audit of a response made to an environmental petition. The chapter sought to determine whether Fisheries and Oceans Canada had made progress in developing regulations and a policy framework on genetically engineered fish.

The audit found that:

  • Fisheries and Oceans Canada had made unsatisfactory progress. Since the establishment of the 1993 Federal Biotechnology Regulatory Framework the department has made frequent commitments to develop regulations for transgenic aquatic organisms and although regulations are under development, the department has not yet put any regulations in place.
  • In 2001 in response to a petition, Fisheries and Oceans Canada committed to developing regulations under the Fisheries Act for aquatic organisms with novel traits, including genetically engineered fish. In 2004, in response to an audit, Fisheries and Oceans Canada indicated that it would develop a policy on transgenic aquatic organisms by the end of 2005. The department no longer intends to develop a policy, as it now recognizes that the Canadian Environmental Protection Act 1999 (CEPA 1999) including the New Substances Notification Regulations (Organisms) achieves the department's intended policy objective. Fisheries and Oceans Canada officials informed the CESD that the 2004 commitment to develop a policy was made without a full understanding of the applicable CEPA 1999 provisions.
  • The New Substances Notifications Regulations (Organisms) under CEPA 1999 prescribe the information that must be provided to Environment Canada prior to the proposed import to or manufacture in Canada of a new organism that is an animate product of biotechnology. Under the contained research and development exemption (under these regulations, research and development organisms are not required to undergo the same notification and risk assessment process. While researchers and developers are still required to meet the containment provisions, some weaknesses exist, including an incomplete knowledge of research and development activities because proponents are not required to disclose that they are conducting research; and there is no mandatory reporting of an accidental release (although such a breach is subject to Environment Canada's compliance and enforcement policy once Environment Canada becomes aware of the breach).
  • Environment Canada and Health Canada has, with Fisheries and Oceans Canada begun to consult with the regulated community about changes to the New Substances Notification Regulations (Organisms). The first phase of the consultations will conclude in 2008, although no timeline for the revision of the regulations was provided.
  • Until the New Substances Notications Regulations (Organisms) are amended, the CESD contends that Fisheries and Oceans Canada should proceed to regulate.

Accordingly, one recommendation is made to Fisheries and Oceans Canada in this audit.

For more information on Chapter 14, visit: www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/aud_ch_cesd_200803_14_e_30140.html

Response to External Audits conducted by the Public Service Commission of Canada
October 2007 Report by the Public Service Commission of Canada - Audit of the Movement of Public Servants between the Federal Public Service and Ministers' Offices

The audit objectives were to determine the extent of movement of public servants between the public service and ministers' offices, and whether the staffing requirements of the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA), Public Service Employment Regulations, Public Service Commission of Canada (PSC) policies and other applicable legislation were met for appointments of public servants returning from ministers' offices. Another objective was to assess the risk to political impartiality.

The audit was limited to organizations subject to the PSEA and focused on persons who had been public servants before they went to work in ministers' offices and who returned from ministers' offices to the federal public service during the period from April 1990 to September 2006. As well, the audit focused on public service staffing actions with an elevated risk to political impartiality. Not included in the scope of this audit were ministers' exempt staffs who had not been public servants before starting in the minister's office and who therefore were entering the public service for the first time.

Environment Canada was one of the audited entities covered by the audit. The PSC identified two cases of inappropriate movement between the Minister's office and the public service involving individuals deployed into positions at Environment Canada.

One recommendation is made to the Treasury Board Secretariat to develop a policy governing the movement of public servants between the public service and minister's offices to ensure that these moves are undertaken in a fair and transparent manner, upholding the principle of political impartiality and are effectively monitored.

For more information on this audit, visit: www.psc-cfp.gc.ca/adt-vrf/rprt/2007/mbmo-mecm/index-eng.htm




Internal Audits and Evaluations

 

a) Internal Audits


Name of Internal Audit

Status

Completion Date

Electronic Link to Report

Contingency Plan for Meteorological Service of Canada (MSC) Weather Prediction Program Approved April 2007 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Travel Expenses and Compliance with Disclosure Policy Approved April 2007 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Hospitality Expenses and Compliance with Disclosure Policy Approved April 2007 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Disclosure of Reclassification of Positions Approved February 2008 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Disclosure of Contracts over 10K Approved February 2008 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Canadian Wildlife Service (CWS) Control Self-Assessment Completed and presented to EAAC for information April 2008 N/A
Delegation of Financial Authority Approved July 2008 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Information Technology Security Approved July 2008 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Employment Equity Approved July 2008 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Technology Infrastructure Directorate Postponed to 2008-09 March 2009 N/A
Decision Support Systems In progress October 2008 N/A

b) Evaluations


Name of Evaluation

Program Activity

Status

Completion Date

Electronic Link to
Report

Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) 1A - Biodiversity is conserved and protected
3A - Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment posed by toxic and other harmful substances are reduced
3B - Canadians adopt sustainable consumption and production approaches
Approved April 2007 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Georgia Basin Action Plan 1C - Canadians adopt approaches that ensure the sustainable use and management of natural capital and working landscapes Approved August 2007 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Canadian Shellfish Sanitation Program
(interdepartmental with Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Fisheries and Oceans Canada)
1B - Water is clean, safe and secure Approved November 2007 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Environmental Emergencies Program - including Public Security and Anti-Terrorism (PSAT) 3A - Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment posed by toxic and other harmful substances are reduced Approved March 2008 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Border Air Quality Strategy: Air Quality Forecasting Component 2B - Canadians are informed of, and respond appropriately to, current and predicted environmental conditions Approved March 2008 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative Contribution Agreement 4A - Revitalization of the Toronto Waterfront Approved July 2008 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Transboundary Movement Program - under the Public Security and Anti-Terrorism (PSAT) funds 3A - Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment posed by toxic and other harmful substances are reduced Approved July 2008 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Meteorological Services of Canada Transition 2B - Canadians are informed of, and respond appropriately to, current and predicted environmental conditions Approved July 2008 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Smog-Causing Emission Regulations in the Transportation Sector 3C - Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment from air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions are reduced Approved July 2008 http://www.ec.gc.ca/ae-ve/default.asp?lang=En&n=3036EE9A-1
Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan
(interdepartmental - led by Environment Canada)
3A - Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment posed by toxic and other harmful substances are reduced Carried over into 2008-09. October 2008 N/A
Strategic Environmental Assessment
(Interdepartmental - led by the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency)
1C - Canadians adopt approaches that ensure the sustainable use and management of natural capital and working landscapes Carried over into 2008-09. January 2009 N/A