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Start date: January 1, 2000
End Date: December 31, 2019
Description
Enhance Canadian industry's technological base and provide access to European markets for value added products and services in the fields of Earth Observation (EO), telecommunications and generic technological activities; foster the participation of Canadian academia and make possible the demonstration of Canadian space technologies in European science and exploration missions. This is achieved through a financial contribution by the CSA to ESA optional programs.
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 physics 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 EO, SE, and SC : Canada's industrial technological capabilities can meet the needs of future space missions and activities.
Expected Results Specific to the Transfer Payment Program:
Successful development and demonstration of advanced technologies, systems, components, and studies provided for in the contracts awarded by ESA to Canadian firms under the following ESA EO programs: EOEP (Earth Observation Envelop Program), GMES (Global Monitoring for Environment and Security) 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 ESA Telecommunications and Navigation programs: ARTES 1, 3-4, 5, 8 and GalileoSat.
Successful development and demonstration of advanced technologies, systems, components, or studies provided for in the contracts awarded by ESA to Canadian firms under Europe's space exploration program Aurora, under the European Transportation and Human Exploration Preparatory Activities program and under the European Physical and Life Science program (ELIPS).
Growing utilization of data obtained from ESA relating to European markets and Earth observation and telecommunications technologies as strategic information for government departments, agencies and industries in Canada.
Because of our participation in Europe's satellite communication, Earth observation and science and space exploration programs, increased demonstration opportunities for space-qualified technologies and products developed by Canadian firms for the space markets are available.
Development of new alliances and/or strengthening of established alliances between Canadian and European companies.
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.
Actual Spending 2008-2009 |
Actual Spending 2009-2010 |
Planned Spending 2010-2011 |
Total Authorities 2010-2011 |
Actual Spending 2010-2011 |
Variances | |
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Space Based Earth Observation (EO) | 7.4 | 6.0 | 9.3 | 9.3 | 6.9 | 2.4 |
Space Science and Exploration (SE) | 8.2 | 8.8 | 9.9 | 9.9 | 6.9 | 1.9 |
Satellite Communications (SC) | 10.9 | 7.6 | 8.3 | 8.3 | 6.0 | 2.3 |
Generic Technological Activities (GTA) in support of EO, SE and SC | 8.3 | 8.0 | 10.4 | 10.4 | 12.7 | (2.3) |
Total Contributions | 34.9 | 30.4 | 37.8 | 37.8 | 3.5 | 4.3 |
Total Program Activities | 34.9 | 30.4 | 37.8 | 37.8 | 33.5 | 4.3 |
Comment on Variances
The positive variance of $4.3 million in 2010-2011 corresponds to the difference between risk funds re-profiled to future years; and strategic year-end reallocations to help the Program meet additional commitments stemming from the application of the ESA industrial policy which is based on the "juste retour" principle. These variances arise from the sound management of this Program, and are in accordance with its objectives and terms and conditions.
Several factors explain the year to year fluctuations in spending as well as the yearly variation between program activities: the budgetary cycle of ESA differs from the one of Canada, the cash flow requirements of ESA programs which Canada is participating in, and the slippage in the planned disbursements. The programs and associated contracts to industry are delivered by ESA, hence, the CSA has no control on actual program implementation, on potential cost increases, on inflation rates, and exchange rate fluctuations.
Significant Audit and Evaluation Findings and URL (s) to the Last and/or Evaluation
Further to the summative evaluation of the Canada/European Space Agency Cooperation Agreement, the contribution program under the said Agreement was recommended for continuation. Therefore, the revised terms and conditions for the contributions under the 2010-2019 Cooperation Agreement was aligned with the new 2011-2012 Program Activity Architecture (PAA).
To learn more about it, go to:
www.asc-csa.gc.ca/pdf/evaluation_2010-canada-esa_eng.pdf
Notes:
Start date: October 1, 2009
End Date: March 31, 2014
Description
This program supports knowledge growth and innovation in the Canadian Space Agency's (CSA) priority areas while increasing the awareness and participation of Canadians in space-related disciplines and activities. The program has two components: a) Research and b) Awareness and Learning.
The research component aims to support the development of science and technology; foster the continual development of a critical mass of researchers and highly qualified people in Canada; and, support information-gathering and, space-related studies and research pertaining to Canadian Space Agency priorities.
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 physics and life sciences.
Generic Technological Activities in support of EO, SE, and SC: Canada's industrial technological capabilities can meet the needs of future space missions and activities.
Space Awareness and Learning: Targeted level of awareness of space among Canadians is reached.
Expected Results (Transfer Payment Program Level):
1. Research Component
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
In 2010-2011 the program was in its first full year of implementation. Performance measurement has mainly focus on immediate results and establishing baselines in 2010-2011 and will capture more outcomes as the program matures.
Research Component
Canadian universities have made significant contribution to knowledge creation in space science and technology areas in 2010-2011 through more than 80 research projects (6M$ awarded). More than 185 peer reviewed publications have resulted from these initiatives involving around 130 Highly Qualified Personnel.
CSA supported academic teams engaged in developing new knowledge and information from missions supported by the CSA (Space Science Enhancement Program); and specific projects in areas of priority for the Agency in the field of space astronomy (BRITE, Spider, EBEX).
CSA launched two new competitive Announcements of Opportunity to train the next generation of space scientists and engineers (FAST) and create distributed Centres of Excellence in areas of priority for the CSA (Cluster Pilots).
Awareness and Learning component
Over 235 learning and awareness opportunities were supported in 2010-2011. A total of $1.2 million was awarded to individuals and organization to facilitate conferences, workshops, scientific competitions and trainings opportunities targeting audiences ranging from elementary school to university students, as well as supporting not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions in the development of space-focused content designed for Canadian students. Some specific projects reached visually impaired students or underprivileged youth. Approximately 1.7 million Canadian students were the ultimate beneficiaries of this funding.
Five Canadian physicians have had the chance this year to trained in aerospace medicine, enhancing Canadian expertise in this field. and supporting the medical needs of CSA astronauts during all phases of human spaceflight and exploration of space Recent R&D medicine related projects financed contributed to expand knowledge in areas such as muscle atrophy and bone loss in space, the development of autonomous telemedicine system and of a regional anesthetic capability for spaceflight, and long duration mission challenge for the human psyche.
Actual Spending 2008-2009 |
Actual Spending 2009-2010 |
Planned Spending 2010-2011 |
Total Authorities 2010-2011 |
Actual Spending 2010-2011 |
Variances | |
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Space Based Earth Observation (EO) | - | - | 0.5 | 0.5 | - | 0.5 |
Space Science and Exploration (SE) | - | - | 1.5 | 1.7 | 0.9 | 0.6 |
Space Awareness and Learning (AL) | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.5 | - |
Generic Technological Activities (GTA) in support of EO, SE and SC | - | - | 0.5 | 0.5 | - | 0.5 |
Total Contributions | 0.3 | 0.3 | 2.9 | 3.0 | 1.2 | 1.7 |
Space Based Earth Observation (EO) | 0.3 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 1.1 | 1.6 | (1.3) |
Space Science and Exploration (SE) | 2.4 | 3.9 | 3.1 | 3.5 | 3.3 | (0.2) |
Space Awareness and Learning (AL) | 0.7 | 0.6 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.1 |
Generic Technological Activities (GTA) in support of EO, SE and SC | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.3 |
Total Grants | 3.8 | 5.7 | 4.8 | 6.0 | 6.0 | (1.2) |
Total TPPs | 4.1 | 6.0 | 7.7 | 9.0 | 7.2 | 0.4 |
Notes:
Comment on Variances
No comment.
Significant Audit and Evaluation Findings and URL (s) to the Last and / or Evaluation
The summative evaluation of the previous Class Grant and Contribution Program was completed in 2009.
To learn more about it, go to:
www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/publications/ar-0570-2745.asp.