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3.3.5) Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)
Name of Transfer Payment Program: Contribution to European Space Agency (ESA)
Start date: January 1, 2000
End Date: December 31, 2010
Description
Enhance Canadian industry's technological base and provide access to European markets for value added products and services in the field of Earth Observation (EO) and Telecommunications, allow the participation of Canadian academia and make possible the demonstration of Canadian space technologies in European Science and Exploration missions.
Strategic Outcome
Canada's presence in space meets the needs of Canadians for scientific knowledge, space technology and information.
Expected Results (Program Activities Level):
Space Based Earth Observation
The benefits of activities involved in Earth Observation from space serve Canadian users in the fields of environment, resource and land-use management, and security and sovereignty.
Space Science and Exploration
Participation in Canadian and international missions expands the scientific knowledge base made available to Canadian academia and R&D communities in the areas of astronomy, space exploration and solar-terrestrial relations, as well as in physical and life sciences.
Satellite Communications
State-of-the-art systems and applications are developed to satisfy the needs of the Canadian government and population in order to ensure that Canada remains a world leader in satellite communications.
Generic Technological Activities in support of Earth Observation, Space Science and Exploration, and Satellite Communications
Canada's industrial technological capabilities can meet the needs of future space missions and activities.
Expected Accomplishments
Successful development and demonstration of advanced technologies, systems, components, or studies provided for in the contracts awarded by ESA to Canadian firms under the following EO programs: EOEP, GMES Service Element, and GMES Space Component.
Successful development and demonstration of advanced technologies, systems, components, or studies provided for in the contracts awarded by ESA to Canadian firms under the following Telecommunications programs: ARTES 1, 3, 4, 5, 8 and GalileoSat.
Growing utilization of data obtained from ESA on markets and Earth Observation and Telecommunications technologies as strategic information for government departments, agencies and industries in Canada.
Demonstration of space-qualified technologies and products developed by Canadian firms for the space exploration markets via our participation to Europe's space exploration program Aurora.
Development of new alliances and/or strengthening of established alliances between Canadian and European companies, to diversify Canada's international space partnerships and complement its long-standing relationship with the U.S.
Actual Accomplishments
Several technologies and skills have been developed and improved through the participation of Canadian companies in ESA programs. Some businesses have integrated these technologies into products, allowing them to sell these products in other than European markets. In addition to generating revenues, the development and improvement of space technologies also created or maintained specialized
jobs. In addition, specialized skills were created in the areas of space hardware, ground segment, and space technology applications.
The program served to boost the visibility of Canada in European markets. Canadian contractors see the ESA Contribution program as a means of cultivating business relationships. The program also fosters regional development and access to other markets by virtue of the successes of companies in Europe. Furthermore, Canada expanded its knowledge and technology in fields such as weather and ice movement forecasting, Earth Observation data, satellite communications technologies, environmental monitoring and security.
Canada's participation to the ESA program has provided flight opportunities of Canadian technologies on-board ESA's SMOS and Proba-2 satellites both launched on November 2, 2009.
| ($ in millions) | Actual Spending 2007-2008 | Actual Spending 2008-2009 | Planned Spending 2009-2010 | Total Authorities 2009-2010 | Actual Spending 2009-2010 | Variances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Space Based Earth Observation (EO) | 7.3 | 7.4 | 9.2 | 9.2 | 6.0 | 3.2 |
| Space Science and Exploration (SE) | 6.9 | 8.2 | 10.1 | 10.1 | 8.8 | 1.3 |
| Satellite Communications (SC) | 13.7 | 10.9 | 9.6 | 9.6 | 7.6 | 2.0 |
| Total Contributions | 7.3 | 8.3 | 10.7 | 10.7 | 8.0 | 2.7 |
| Generic Technological Activities (GTA) in support of EO, SE and SC | 35.2 | 34.9 | 39.6 | 39.6 | 30.4 | 9.1 |
| Total Program Activities | 35.2 | 34.9 | 39.6 | 39.6 | 30.4 | 9.1 |
Comment on Variances
Several factors explain the year-to year fluctuations in spending as well as the yearly variation between program activities under Canada/ European Space Agency (ESA) programs: the budgetary cycle of ESA differs from the one of Canada, the cash flow requirements of ESA programs which Canada is participating in (the budget requirements vary with the project's delivery phase), the slippage in
the disbursements for Canada/ESA programs (the programs and associated contracts to industry are delivered by ESA; hence, CSA has no control on actual project implementation), the potential cost increases in development programs, as well as the inflation rate and exchange rate fluctuations.
Consequently, the positive variance of $9.1 million in 2009-2010 mainly corresponds to the risk funds re-profiled to future years arising from the sound management of this Program. The variances are in accordance with the objectives and terms and conditions of the 2000-2009 Canada/ESA Cooperation Agreement.
Significant Audit and Evaluation Findings and URL (s) to the Last and/or Evaluation
Canada is well thought of by Europeans, as the 30 years of cooperation between ESA and Canada clearly demonstrate. Canadian companies have made a significant contribution to the many technologies developed in the areas of Earth Observation and Satellite Communications.
Several businesses have developed business relationships with Europe thanks to the Agreement, and all stakeholders in the program agree that these relationships could continue, provided that Canada maintains its financial contribution to ESA. Canadian businesses have cultivated alliances with each other to benefit from or facilitate access to European markets through ESA programs under the Agreement.
The program helps diversify and open markets and contributes to the achievement of objectives under the Canadian Space Strategy respecting Earth Observation and Satellite Communications. However, it does not lead to the transfer of technologies as much as to the exchange of information on technologies.
Small and medium-sized companies have difficulty taking part in ESA programs and require greater support, not only to access these markets, but also to develop expertise so that they can continue doing business in these markets after their initial participation in ESA programs.
Source: Evaluation of the Canada/ESA Cooperation Agreement
www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/publications/er-0405-0202.asp
Notes:
- Due to rounding, figures may not add to totals shown.
- This table details contribution programs with funding in excess of $5 million per annum.
Name of Transfer Payment Program: Class Grant and Contribution Program to support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Start date: October 1, 2009
End Date: March 31, 2014
Description
The program is comprised of two components: a) Research; and, b) Awareness and Learning.
The research component aims to support the development of science and technology; foster the continuing development of a critical mass of researchers and highly qualified people in Canada; and, support information-gathering, studies and research related to space relevant to the priorities of the Canadian Space Agency.
The awareness and learning component aims to increase awareness of Canadian space science and technology among Canadian youth and educators and their participation in related activities; provide learning opportunities to Canadian students and physicians in various space-related disciplines; and support the operations of organizations dedicated to space research and education.
Strategic Outcome
Canada's presence in space meets the needs of Canadians for scientific knowledge, space technology and information.
Expected Results (Program Activities Level)
Space Based Earth Observation
The benefits of activities involved in Earth Observation from space serve Canadian users in the fields of environment, resource and land-use management, and security and sovereignty.
Space Science and Exploration
Participation in Canadian and international missions expands the scientific knowledge base made available to Canadian academia and R&D communities in the areas of astronomy, space exploration and solar-terrestrial relations, as well as in physical and life sciences.
Satellite Communications
State-of-the-art systems and applications are developed to satisfy the needs of the Canadian government and population in order to ensure that Canada remains a world leader in satellite communications.
Generic Technological Activities in support of Earth Observation, Space Science and Exploration, and Satellite Communications
Canada's industrial technological capabilities can meet the needs of future space missions and activities.
Expected Accomplishments
1. Research Component
Increased knowledge from research projects in priority space science and technology areas.
Maintained and/or increased space focus in universities, post-secondary institutions, and not-for profit organizations.
Partnerships established and/or sustained.
Access to international collaboration for Canadian organizations.
2. Awareness and Learning component
Awareness
Increased availability and use of the space theme in learning opportunities and materials related to science and technology.
Learning
Post-secondary level and physicians will have increased knowledge and skills in space-related disciplines.
Actual Accomplishments
Actual accomplishments will be reported in 2010-2011 after the first a full year of implementation.
| ($ in millions) | Actual Spending 2007-2008 | Actual Spending 2008-2009 | Planned Spending 2009-2010 | Total Authorities 2009-2010 | Actual Spending 2009-2010 | Variances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Space Awareness and Learning (AL) Total Contributions | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Space Based Earth Observation (EO) | 1.6 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.9 | 0.5 |
| Space Science and Exploration (SE) | 0.4 | 2.4 | 2.1 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 1.8 |
| Space Awareness and Learning (AL) | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.6 | (0.2) |
| Generic Technological Activities (GTA) in support of EO, SE and SC | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.4 | (0.1) |
| Total Grants | 2.7 | 3.8 | 3.7 | 5.7 | 5.7 | 2.0 |
| Total TPPs | 2.9 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 2.0 |
Notes:
- Due to rounding, figures may not add to totals shown.
- This transfer payment program was not presented in the RPP 2009-2010 since the planned spending was under $5 million.
- New Terms and Conditions have been approved by TB in 2009-2010 in order to broaden the scope of the program and increase funding.
Comment on Variances
Not applicable in 2009-2010.
Significant Audit and Evaluation Findings and URL (s) to the Last and / or Evaluation
Not applicable in 2009-2010.
The summative evaluation of the previous Class Grant and Contribution Program was completed in 2009. To learn more about it, go to:
http://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/publications/ar-0570-2745.asp