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2010-11
Departmental Performance Report

Infrastructure Canada

Supplementary Information (Tables)

Details of Transfer Payment Programs

Infrastructure Canada manages the following Transfer Payment Programs^[1]:

Contributions under the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF);
Contributions under the Border Infrastructure Fund (BIF);
Contributions under the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF);
Transfer Payments under the Gas Tax Fund (GTF);
Transfer Payments under the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund Program (PT Base Fund);
Contributions under the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component (BCF-CC);
Contributions under the Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component (BCF-MIC);
Contributions under the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up (BCF-CC Top-Up);
Building Canada Fund-Strategic Research and Strategic Partnership;
Building Canada Fund-Feasibility and Planning Studies;
Contributions under the Green Infrastructure Fund (GIF);
Contributions under the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund (ISF); and
Contributions under the Support for the G8 Summit 2010.

As prescribed by the Policy on Transfer Payments, as of June 30, 2009 the summary of the Three-Year Plan for Transfer Payment Programs is available at: http://www.infc.gc.ca/pd-dp/tpp-ppt/index-eng.html.

Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF)

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund

2. Start Date: 2003-04

3. End Date: 2012-13

4. Description: Provides funding for projects in areas that are vital to sustaining economic growth and enhancing the quality of life of Canadians. The CSIF leverages additional contributions from other partners by providing up to 50 percent funding for eligible projects.

5. Strategic Outcome(s): Funding for quality, cost-effective public infrastructure that meets the needs of Canadians in a competitive economy, a cleaner environment, and liveable communities is provided.

6. Results Achieved: In 2010-11 Infrastructure Canada collaborated with Federal Delivery Partners and project recipients to pursue the implementation of the projects funded under the CSIF. During 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada completed six projects and provided funding to 35 projects already underway.

13. Program Activity: Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund.

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions	$505.4	$419.6	$523.7	$689.5	$335.3	$354.2
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
15. Total Program Activity	$505.4	$419.6	$523.7	$689.5	$335.3	$354.2

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): The large and complex nature of CSIF projects makes them more vulnerable to experience unforeseen delays during their construction. In 2010-11, a number of CSIF projects encountered delays due to lengthier environmental processes, inclement weather, as well as acquisition issues and other construction-related reasons. Therefore, the amount of funding claimed by recipients for a number of projects has been significantly lower than forecasted. This has translated into variances between the total authorities and the actual amount of funding spent under the program during the fiscal year.

17. Audit Completed or Planned: The Management Control Framework Audit of the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund was completed in 2007-08. Please refer to this website for details: http://www.infc.gc.ca/pd-dp/ia-vi/mcf-finrep-ccg-rapfin-eng.html. There are currently no new audits planned.

18. Evaluation Completed or Planned: A joint formative evaluation of the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund and the Border Infrastructure Fund was completed in 2009. Please refer to the web site for more information: http://www.infc.gc.ca/pd-dp/eval/20090205csifbif-fcisfif-eng.html. A joint evaluation of the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund and the Border Infrastructure Fund is planned, and is expected to be completed in 2012-13.

Border Infrastructure Fund (BIF)

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Border Infrastructure Fund

2. Start Date: 2003-04

3. End Date: 2013-14

4. Description: Provides funding for investments in physical infrastructure, transportation system infrastructure, and improved analytical capacity at surface border crossings. The fund provides up to 50 percent federal funding.

6. Results Achieved: In 2010-11 Infrastructure Canada continued to work closely with Transport Canada to provide federal funding in support of infrastructure projects at border crossing under the Border Infrastructure Fund (BIF). During 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada spent $67.8 million in support of $135.6 million in eligible infrastructure costs by funding partners.

13. Program Activity: Border Infrastructure Fund.

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions	$81.1	$80.8	$50.0	$69.3	$67.8	$1.5
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
15. Total Program Activity	$81.1	$80.8	$50.0	$69.3	$67.8	$1.5

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): Variances encountered during the period are not significant and reflect the normal contingency reserves that are considered for large and complex infrastructure projects.

17. Audit Completed or Planned: The Management Control Framework Audit of the Border Infrastructure Fund was completed in 2007-08. Please refer to this web site for details: http://www.infc.gc.ca/pd-dp/ia-vi/mcf-finrep-ccg-rapfin-eng.html. There are currently no new audits planned.

18. Evaluation Completed or Planned: A joint formative evaluation of the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund and the Border Infrastructure Fund was completed in 2009. Please refer to the web site for more information: http://www.infc.gc.ca/pd-dp/eval/20090205csifbif-fcisfif-eng.html. A joint evaluation of the Border Infrastructure Fund and the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund is planned, and is expected to be completed in 2012-13.

Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF)

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Municipal Rural Infrastructure Base Fund

2. Start Date: 2004-05

3. End Date: 2013-14

4. Description: Provides funding for small-scale, municipal infrastructure projects designed to promote and improve quality of life in both urban and rural communities. For most projects, the MRIF provides up to one-third federal funding for eligible projects.

6. Results Achieved: n 2010-11 Infrastructure Canada collaborated with Federal Delivery Partners, provinces and territories to pursue the implementation of projects funded under the MRIF. Although no new projects were approved in 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada spent $146 million of federal funding on projects under the MRIF, supporting over $292 million in eligible infrastructure costs by funding partners. In addition, 101 MRIF projects were completed during 2010-11 throughout Canada, of which 39 percent were water or wastewater projects.

13. Program Activity: Municipal Rural Infrastructure Base Fund.

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions	$220.3	$221.2	$122.5	$306.7	$146.1	$160.6
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
15. Total Program Activity	$220.3	$221.2	$122.5	$306.7	$146.1	$160.6

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): Construction delays, such as inclement weather, geological challenges, technical and other construction-related complexities prevented several proponents from meeting their project schedule. As a result, variances were encountered between actual and forecasted spending at the program level.

17. Audit Completed or Planned: An Assurance Audit of the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund was completed in 2010-11, and the audit report was approved by the Deputy Minister on January 25, 2011.

18. Evaluation Completed or Planned: A joint evaluation of the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund and the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component is planned, and is expected to be completed in 2013-14.

Gas Tax Fund (GTF)

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Gas Tax Fund

2. Start Date: 2005-06

3. End Date: Ongoing

4. Description: Through provincial and other agreements, the Gas Tax Fund provides municipalities with predictable and long-term funding, coupled with local decision-making, to enable municipalities to build and rehabilitate public infrastructure that achieves environmental outcomes. GTF was launched in 2005-06 and extended in Budget 2007 as part of the Building Canada Plan. Through Budget 2011 the government committed to legislate the $2 billion per year under this program on a permanent basis.

5. Strategic Outcome(s): Provinces, territories, and municipalities have federal financial support for their infrastructure priorities.

6. Results Achieved: In 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada collaborated with provinces and territories to ensure that recipients have access to stable and predictable funding to build and improve infrastructure. In support of the Economic Action Plan, the department accelerated the second and final payment of $869.4 million helping municipalities to take better advantage of the second spring and summer construction seasons.

13. Program Activity: Gas Tax Fund.

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments	$984.8	$1,872.4	$2,001.8	$2,104.4	$1,751.0	$353.4
15. Total Program Activity	$984.8	$1,872.4	$2,001.8	$2,104.4	$1,751.0	$353.4

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): Two jurisdictions, accounting for ten percent of all municipal recipients, representing eight percent of federal funding under the GTF, did not receive their annual Gas Tax transfers due to outstanding Annual Expenditure Reports, in accordance with conditions set out in the Gas Tax Fund Agreements. Of the two jurisdictions affected, one has received its allocations in early 2011-12, while important progress is being made with the final jurisdiction.

17. Audit Completed or Planned: An Assurance Audit of the Gas Tax Fund Management Control Framework was completed in June 2009. Please refer to this web site for details: http://www.infc.gc.ca/pd-dp/ia-vi/gtf-fte-eng.html. There are currently no new audits planned.

18. Evaluation Completed or Planned: A joint National Summative Evaluation of the Gas Tax Fund (GTF) and the Public Transit Fund (PTF) was completed in August 2009. Please refer to this web site for details: http://www.infc.gc.ca/pd-dp/eval/nse-esn/nse-esn-eng.html. An evaluation of the Gas Tax Fund is planned, and is expected to be completed in 2012-13.

Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund (PT-Base Fund)

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund

2. Start Date: 2007-08

3. End Date: 2013-14

4. Description: Provides funding ($175 million per jurisdiction over the life of the program) to provinces and territories for infrastructure priorities identified in each jurisdiction’s Capital Plan. In addition, over $26 million in per capita funding under the Building Canada Fund for the three territories is managed under this fund. The PT Base Fund was mostly designed to contribute towards the restoration of fiscal balance, particularly for smaller jurisdictions. Under the Economic Action Plan, jurisdictions could choose to accelerate their PT Base funding to focus on initiatives that could begin construction over fiscal years 2009-10 and 2010-11.

5. Strategic Outcome(s): Provinces, territories, and municipalities have federal financial support for their infrastructure priorities.

6. Results Achieved: In 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada continued to focus on providing timely, accelerated funding to the jurisdictions that opted to accelerate their funding under the PT Base Fund. At the same time, the department continued to work with those jurisdictions that chose to remain under the original terms of the program. Overall, over $437 million of federal funding was spent on infrastructure under this program in 2010-11. The department leveraged nearly $424 million in additional funding from provinces, territories and other funders, bringing the total value of initiatives approved under this fund in 2010-11 to almost $799 million. The department also negotiated and signed the last remaining Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund Agreement.

13. Program Activity: Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund.

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments	$390.6	$671.9	$589.8	$507.9	$437.3	$70.6
15. Total Program Activity	$390.6	$671.9	$589.8	$507.9	$437.3	$70.6

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): Under the PT Base Fund, the Government of Canada’s flow of funding to the provinces and territories is subject to the submission and federal acceptance of Annual Capital Plans and Expenditure Reports. Actual spending was lower than planned in fiscal year 2010-11 due to delays in submitting and approving these Annual Capital Plans and Expenditure Reports, as well as delays in the signing of a funding agreement in one jurisdiction (which was signed in late 2010-11).

17. Audit Completed or Planned: A Program Change Analysis Internal Audit of the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Funding Initiative (Acceleration) was completed in 2010-11, and the results presented to the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) for discussion/information on June 28, 2010.

18. Evaluation Completed or Planned: An evaluation of the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund is planned, and is expected to be completed in 2011-12.

Building Canada Fund-Communities Component (BCF-CC)

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Building Canada Fund-Communities Component.

2. Start Date: 2008-09

3. End Date: 2016-17

4. Description: Provides funding to address the unique infrastructure pressures facing smaller communities focusing on project investments in communities with populations of less than 100,000. The BCF-CC leverages additional contributions from other partners by normally limiting the maximum federal share for funded projects to one-third, with matching contributions from both the provinces and municipalities.

6. Results Achieved: In 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada collaborated with Federal Delivery Partners and provinces to advance the project selection for the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component (BCF-CC), and signed a Service Level Agreement with its Federal Delivery Partners in August 2010. During 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada completed 160 projects and provided funding to 560 projects already underway.

13. Program Activity: Building Canada Fund-Communities Component

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions	$0.8	$99.8	$262.6	$328.3	223.5	$104.7
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
15. Total Program Activity	$0.8	$99.8	$262.6	$328.3	223.5	$104.7

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): Actual spending lags behind forecasted amount due to a number of factors including:

Approval Delays
Forecasts are typically provided before all approvals are secured
Negotiation of Contribution Agreements (without signed agreement claims cannot be paid)
Inclement weather, limited supply of contractors/skilled workers
Failure of recipients to submit invoices
Differences in fiscal cycle between the federal, provincial and municipal governments

Moving forward, Infrastructure Canada is placing a greater emphasis on financial management and program ownership of forecasts and expenditures. Starting in 2011-12, INFC is implementing a Financial Management Action Plan aimed at reducing this historical trend of program spending lagging so significantly behind target forecasts.

17. Audit Completed or Planned: An Assurance Engagement Internal Audit was planned for 2010-2011, and is currently underway/ongoing in 2011-12.

18. Evaluation Completed or Planned: An evaluation of the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component is planned, and is expected to be completed in 2013-14.

Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component (BCF-MIC)

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component

2. Start Date: 2008-09

3. End Date: 2016-17

4. Description: Targets larger infrastructure projects of national and regional significance. At least two-thirds of the funding is targeted to national priorities: water, wastewater, public transit, the core National Highway System, and green energy. By providing federal funding on a cost-shared basis, it leverages additional contributions from other partners to promote increased investment in large infrastructure projects.

6. Results Achieved: With the streamlining of the federal review process, in 2009-10, program funding was almost completely committed in six of the ten provinces (90% – 100% committed), and at least 70 percent of every province’s allocation was committed. In 2010-11, more than $863 million in federal funding was committed for 21 BCF-MIC projects worth $3.5 billion, leveraging funding commitments of over $2.6 billion.

13. Program Activity: Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component.

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions	$55.4	$194.8	$950.3	$1,154.8	$403.8	$751.1
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
15. Total Program Activity	$55.4	$194.8	$950.3	$1,154.8	$403.8	$751.1

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): Proponents have experienced delays for a variety of reasons in finalizing plans for projects and starting construction. In addition, there have been a number of delays in the negotiation of contribution agreements. Until contribution agreements are signed, and proponents incur eligible costs related to project activity, the Government of Canada cannot make any payments.

17. Audit Completed or Planned: A Program Change Analysis Internal Audit of the Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component (BCF-MIC) was completed in 2010-11, and the results presented to the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) for discussion/information on June 14, 2011.

18. Evaluation Completed or Planned: An evaluation of the Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component is planned, and is expected to be completed in 2015-16.

Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up (BCF-CC Top-Up)

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up

2. Start Date: 2008-09

3. End Date: 2010-11

4. Description: Provides additional funding in the amount of $500 million (added to the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component) to fund additional infrastructure projects in communities with populations of less than 100,000. All Building Canada Fund-Communities Component funding had to be committed in order to access Top-Up funding.

5. Strategic Outcome(s): Construction-ready infrastructure projects are provided with federal funding support.

6. Results Achieved: In 2010-11 Infrastructure Canada collaborated with Federal Delivery Partners, provinces and municipalities to complete the project selection for the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top- Up (BCF-CC Top-Up). As part of the Economic Action Plan, this fund provided needed stimulus to Canada’s economy, accelerated infrastructure projects in small communities, and amended Contribution Agreements to account for the project construction deadline extension from March 31, 2011 to October 31, 2011. During 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada re-allocated $1.5 million in federal funds to nine new projects, leveraging $3 million in infrastructure investment.

13. Program Activity: Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up.

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions	$0	$30.0	$385.2	$470.0	$303.5	$166.5
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
15. Total Program Activity	$0	$30.0	$385.2	$470.0	$303.5	$166.5

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): Construction delays, such as inclement weather, geological challenges, technical and other construction-related complexities prevented several proponents from meeting their project completion dates. Consequently, the additional seven months of construction not only realized project cost-saving by delaying work initially planned for winter months, but also allowed Infrastructure Canada to re-allocate these savings to a few additional projects, further meeting the needs of Canadian communities. As a result, proponents re-focused their resources towards completing construction during the extension period and submitting their final invoices in the 2011-12 fiscal year.

17. Audit completed or planned: A Program Change Analysis Internal Audit of the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up (BCF-CC Top-Up) for the top-up and acceleration funding was completed in 2010-11, and the results presented to the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) for discussion/information on April 8, 2010.

18. Evaluation completed or planned: A Cluster Evaluation that includes the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund, the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up, and the National Trails Coalition Fund is ongoing, and is expected to be completed in November 2011.

Building Canada Fund-Strategic Research and Strategic Partnership

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Building Canada Fund-Strategic Research and Strategic Partnership

2. Start Date: 2008-09

3. End Date: 2016-17

4. Description: To strengthen the information base for decision-making, support long-term solutions and sustainability, and support innovation and efficiency.

6. Results Achieved: Not applicable, as the program was not launched given the department’s general focus on the delivery of the EAP and related initiatives.

13. Program Activity: Economic Analysis and Research.

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11^[2]	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions	$0	$0	$4.5	$4.5	See Footnote 2	$4.5
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
15. Total Program Activity	$0	$0	$4.5	$4.5	See Footnote 2	$4.5

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): Not applicable.

17. Audit Completed or Planned: There are currently no audits planned for the period of 2010 to 2013.

18. Evaluation Completed or Planned: To be determined.

Building Canada Fund-Feasibility and Planning Studies

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Building Canada Fund-Feasibility and Planning Studies

2. Start Date: 2008-09

3. End Date: 2016-17

4. Description: To support feasibility and planning studies on public infrastructure projects and issues.

6. Results Achieved: Infrastructure Canada funded one feasibility study under the Feasibility and Planning Studies program.

13. Program Activity: Economic Analysis and Research.

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions	$0	$0	$6.7	$6.7	$0.1	$6.6
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
15. Total Program Activity	$0	$0	$6.7	$6.7	$0.1	$6.6

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): To date, one feasibility study has been funded. The Economic Action Plan greatly accelerated decision-making by all partners, with a focus on jointly funded projects that were known to be construction ready, and able to contribute to job creation. As a result, the requirement for feasibility studies was greatly reduced.

17. Audit Completed or Planned: There are currently no audits planned for the period of 2010 to 2013.

18. Evaluation Completed or Planned: To be determined.

Green Infrastructure Fund (GIF)

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Green Infrastructure Fund

2. Start Date: 2009-10

3. End Date: 2013-14

4. Description: Provides funding over five years for infrastructure projects that promote cleaner air, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and cleaner water. The Green Infrastructure Fund provides up to 50 percent of eligible project costs to promote increased funding of infrastructure investment in support of a more sustainable economy.

6. Results Achieved: In 2010-11, a total of nearly $116 million was committed in support of projects under the Green Infrastructure Fund and an additional $170 million was transferred to other departments for high-priority initiatives, for a total of $286 million. Since the program launch in 2009, over $617 million had been committed in support of 17 large-scale infrastructure projects of regional significance under the Green Infrastructure Fund.

13. Program Activity: Green Infrastructure Fund.

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions	$0	$5.2	$386.3	$233.3	$33.5	$199.8
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
15. Total Program Activity	$0	$5.2	$386.3	$233.3	$33.5	$199.8

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): In 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada focused on the transition of the fund from start up to project approval and the negotiation of funding agreements. While ten projects, representing a total of $358 million in committed federal funding, are currently underway, the majority of these projects have yet to incur significant construction costs.

17. Audit Completed or Planned: A Preliminary Survey for Review of the Green Infrastructure Fund (GIF) was completed in 2010-11, and the results presented to the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) for discussion/information on April 8, 2010.

18. Evaluation Completed or Planned: An evaluation of the Green Infrastructure Fund is planned, and is expected to be completed in 2014-15.

Infrastructure Stimulus Fund (ISF)

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Infrastructure Stimulus Fund

2. Start Date: 2009-10

3. End Date: 2010-11

4. Description: The ISF was intended to accelerate and increase the number of provincial, territorial, municipal and some not-for-profit infrastructure projects. ISF focuses on the rehabilitation of existing assets and new infrastructure that is construction-ready and can be substantially completed by October 31, 2011. By providing up to 50 percent federal funding to projects, the ISF leverages funding from other partners, generating a much greater overall effect to the Canadian economy through infrastructure spending.

5. Strategic Outcome(s): Construction-ready infrastructure projects are provided with federal funding support.

6. Results Achieved: As part of the Economic Action Plan, in 2010-11, the ISF provided needed stimulus to Canada’s economy. The completion date for ISF projects was extended from March 31, 2011 to October 31, 2011, allowing for one more construction season to complete projects without incurring additional government spending. In 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada re-allocated $184.3 million in federal funds to projects, leveraging $270 million in infrastructure investment. The funding commitments reflect Infrastructure Canada’s ability to reinvest funds resulting from project cancellations or cost savings realized by proponents.

13. Program Activity: Infrastructure Stimulus Fund.

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions	$0	$490.7	$2,862.8	$3,268.5	$2,476.8	$791.7
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
15. Total Program Activity	$0	$490.7	$2,862.8	$3,268.5	$2,476.8	$791.7

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): Construction delays, such as inclement weather, geological challenges, technical difficulties and other construction-related complexities, prevented several proponents from meeting their project completion dates. Consequently, the additional seven months of construction not only realized project cost-savings by delaying work initially planned for winter months, but also allowed Infrastructure Canada to re-allocate these savings to additional projects, further meeting the needs of Canadian communities. As a result, proponents re-focused their resources towards completing construction during the extension period and submitting their final invoices in the 2011-12 fiscal year.

17. Audit Completed or Planned: A first compliance audit was completed and a second portion of the compliance audit is underway. The completed report should be available in winter 2012. Infrastructure Canada will focus oversight on projects deemed to be high or medium risk during the extension period.

18. Evaluation Completed or Planned: A Cluster Evaluation that includes the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund, the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up, and the National Trails Coalition Fund is ongoing, and is expected to be completed in November 2011.

Support for the G8 Summit 2010

1. Name of Transfer Payment Program: Support for the G8 Summit 2010

2. Start Date: 2009-10

3. End Date: 2010-11

4. Description: This program provides funding for infrastructure projects that support the hosting of the G8 Summit in June 2010 in Huntsville, Ontario, and provides a legacy to help compensate local communities and residents as a result of hosting the Summit. The program provides $45.7 million to contribute to a safe, secure and successful hosting of the Summit. The maximum share of federal funding is up to one hundred percent (100%) of total eligible costs.

5. Strategic Outcome(s): Construction-ready infrastructure projects are provided with federal funding support.

6. Results Achieved: G8 funding investments were used for an airport, media centre, and to rehabilitate roads and sidewalks, to improve signage and lighting, to update streetscape furniture, and for improvements to public parks. In 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada paid $4.6 million towards eligible project costs, and 17 contribution agreement amendments were signed with municipal and provincial partners. All 32 projects were substantially completed by June 25, 2010, in advance of the June 2010 G8 Summit.

13. Program Activity: Support for the G8 Summit 2010.

**($ millions)**
	7. Actual Spending 2008-09	8. Actual Spending 2009-10	9. Planned Spending 2010-11	10. Total Authorities 2010-11	11. Actual Spending 2010-11	12. Variance(s)
14. Total Grants
14. Total Contributions	$0	$40.6	$9.4	$9.4	$4.6	$4.9
14. Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
15. Total Program Activity	$0	$40.6	$9.4	$9.4	$4.6	$4.9

16. Comment(s) on Variance(s): The $50 million fund was not fully allocated. The bulk of the variance represents the amount that was not allocated to projects; a small portion represents cost savings from projects that came in under budget.

17. Audit Completed or Planned: A Review of the G8 Legacy Fund was completed in 2010-11, and the results presented to the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) for discussion/information on January 26, 2011.

18. Evaluation Completed or Planned: The G8 program is a two-year specifically targeted program, and as such, an evaluation is not required.

^[1] Allocations for Transfer Payment Programs include Contributions only, and do not include Operating and Maintenance (O&M).

^[2] There was no Actual Spending 2010-11, as the program has not yet been launched.

Horizontal Initiatives

Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF)
Border Infrastructure Fund (BIF)
Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF)
Infrastructure Canada Program (ICP)
Building Canada Fund (BCF)

Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF)

1. Name of Horizontal Initiative: Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund

2. Name of Lead Department(s): Infrastructure Canada

3. Lead Department Program Activity: Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund

4. Start Date: 2003-04

5. End Date: 2012-13

6. Total Federal Funding Allocation (from start date to end date): $4.3 Billion^[1]

7. Description of the Horizontal Initiative (including funding agreement):

The Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund, which received funding in the 2001 and 2003 federal budgets, is a cost-shared contribution program for strategic infrastructure projects. To date, funding has been approved to support 76 projects.

Investments are directed to projects of major national and regional significance and are to be made in areas that are vital to sustaining economic growth and supporting an enhanced quality of life for Canadians. The CSIF is delivered through negotiated agreements with provincial, territorial or local governments, private partners or non-governmental organizations. Contribution agreements are tailored based on the project requirements.

The Canada Strategic Infrastructure Act outlines the prime categories of investments in projects that involve fixed capital assets that are used or operated for the benefit of the public. The categories eligible under the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund are:

Highway and Rail Infrastructure;
Local Transportation Infrastructure;
Tourism or Urban Development Infrastructure;
Water or Sewage Infrastructure; and
Other categories approved by regulation, e.g. Advanced Telecommunications and High-Speed Broadband, Northern Infrastructure.

8. Shared Outcome(s):

The overall planned results Infrastructure Canada expects to achieve through CSIF are to invest in projects which:

facilitate the movement of goods and people on Canada’s National Highway System for the purposes of increasing the productivity, economic efficiency, and safety of Canada’s surface transportation system;
facilitate the safe and efficient movement of goods and people, ease congestion, or reduce greenhouse gases and airborne pollutants;
ensure that tourism continues to contribute to the economic well-being of Canadians and to serve as a bridge between Canada and the world;
ensure that drinking water is safe, clean and reliable at drinking water facilities, and ensure sustainable treatment of wastewater; and expand broadband networks in Canada.

9. Governance Structure(s):

All CSIF projects are selected under the authority of the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities. Prior to selecting projects, the Minister consults other Ministers who have an interest in the region or in the substantive project area. After project selection, Treasury Board approval is sought for each contribution. At the same time, incremental operating funds required for project oversight and management by the implementing departments/agencies are identified and sought in the Treasury Board submission.

The fund is delivered in partnership involving primarily three sets of key collaborators:

Infrastructure Canada: As the coordinating and funding agent for the contribution, Infrastructure Canada is responsible for project review, selection, approval, public announcements, environmental assessment in some cases, and program evaluation. It leads the negotiation of contribution agreements with each of the funding recipients. It also develops, in coordination with the implementing department/agency, the submission to Treasury Board for the approval of funds. To monitor activities and milestones throughout the project life cycle, an Infrastructure Canada representative will sit on the project’s Agreement Steering Committee usually as the federal co-chair, except for transportation projects where Transport Canada is the lead.
An implementing department/agency: Infrastructure Canada’s relationship with each implementing department or agency varies with the capacity and the complexity of the project. Responsibilities are also negotiated specifically for each project. The implementing department/agency may provide technical assistance in the analysis of the business case, determining the costs and benefits to be realized, and providing advice on the development of the contribution agreement and Treasury Board submission. The implementing department/agency will support implementation of CSIF projects in a manner that upholds federal due diligence in such areas as overseeing the implementation of mitigation measures identified in the environmental assessment, assessing the eligibility and reasonability of project costs, providing information pertaining to cash flow and budget, approving claims, making payments, and conducting audits and evaluation of projects. The implementing department/agency is normally represented on the project’s Agreement Steering Committee. The implementing department/agency also ensures adherence to information management requirements, including the use of the Shared Information Management System for Infrastructure, which captures, monitors and reports on project information. The implementing department/agency also provides communication support.
The funding recipient: The recipient may be a provincial, territorial, or local government, a private partner, a non-government organization, or a combination thereof. Once the project has been selected, Infrastructure Canada or Transport Canada leads the negotiations to develop a contribution agreement. The funding recipient is responsible for ensuring that the project is completed as per the Terms and Conditions of the Contribution Agreement.

10. Performance Highlights:

In 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada continued to manage the federal contributions under the fund to support the construction, renewal and enhancement of public infrastructure;
Obtained assurance that the construction work of projects under the fund are completed; and
Continued to manage the program at the federal level in a collaborative fashion, in cooperation with the respective Federal Delivery Partners.

**($ millions)**
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
1. Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)	PA1	A.	$158.2 Million	$18.7 Million	$10.9 Million	Infrastructure Canada and the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency will continue to co-manage approximately 11 projects still underway across the four Atlantic provinces. The construction of three new wastewater treatment plants in Halifax, Dartmouth and Herring Cove, which are designed to eliminate the flow of raw sewage into the Halifax Harbour and is supported by a federal contribution of $60 million, is scheduled to be completed during the 2010-11 fiscal year.	Infrastructure Canada and the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency completed two projects during the fiscal year 2010-11. One of these projects is the wastewater treatment plant in Nova Scotia comprised of a wastewater collection system, including 19 combined sewer outflows, seven pumping stations, a 1.1km tunnel under downtown Halifax, 16 km of interceptor piping and forcemains, outfalls, diffusers and access roads, in addition to the design and construction of wastewater treatment facilities in Halifax, Dartmouth and Herring Cove. The new facilities utilize advanced-primary wastewater treatment technology to remove up to 70 percent of suspended solids from the wastewater and eliminate the flow of raw sewage into the Halifax Harbour. All eligible costs were incurred prior to March 31, 2010 and final certificates of substantial completion were issued during the 2010-11 fiscal year. Federal share is $60 million. A $6 million holdback remains to be released upon completion of the reporting and audit requirements, payable from a PAYE set up for that purpose.
Total			$158.2 Million	$18.7 Million	$10.9 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
2. Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec	PA1	A.	$144.2 Million	$33.7 Million	$19.3 Million	Several co-managed projects are ongoing in the Province of Quebec. The sanitary drainage and river bank re-naturalization of the Rivi�re St-Charles, which is designed to minimize future wastewater overflows and to recreate a more natural riverbank habitat, and is supported by a federal contribution of $36.5 million, is scheduled to be completed during the 2010-11 fiscal year.	Infrastructure Canada and the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec completed one project during the fiscal year 2010-11. This project is the sanitary drainage and river bank re-naturalization of the Rivi�re St-Charles with a federal contribution of $36.5 million, leveraging an additional $47.3 million from funding partners.
Total			$144.2 Million	$33.7 Million	$19.3 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
3. Western Economic Diversification (WED)	PA1	A.	$656.1 Million	$54.0 Million	$24.9 Million	Approximately 15 co-managed projects are ongoing across the Provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. Work on enhancing the Manitoba Floodway, which is designed to increase flood protection for the City of Winnipeg and includes a federal contribution of $332.5 million, is scheduled for completion in 2010-11. Work on the development and upgrading of water treatment and regional distribution facilities in rural Saskatchewan, which involves a federal contribution of $27.3 million, is also scheduled for completion in the regions of Caronport and La Ronge.	To date, Infrastructure Canada and Western Economic Diversification have completed four CSIF projects; three in Saskatchewan (SK South Downtown, Regina Exhibition and Wascana Lake) and one in British Columbia, namely the Vancouver Convention Centre. At the beginning of fiscal year 2011-12, three projects remain underway. One of these is the Saskatchewan Regional Rural Water Supply System composed of four smaller components, supported by total federal contribution of $27.3 million. One of the components (La Ronge) was completed in fiscal year 2010-11, with the federal share of $4.2 million. Construction is underway for the remaining three components (Water Waste Pipeline, Saskatchewan Landing and Caron-Mortlach), supported by a total federal contribution of $23.1 million.
Total			$656.1 Million	$54.0 Million	$24.9 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
4. Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario)	PA1	A.	$288.0 Million	$48.5 Million	$51.7 Million	Infrastructure Canada and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) will continue to co-manage several ongoing projects in the Province of Ontario. The re-development of the former Don Valley Brick Works Site in Toronto, Ontario into a multi-use, multi-component building complex that will serve as an environmental education and community-focused centre, is scheduled for completion in the spring of 2011. The work is supported by a federal contribution of $20 million.	Infrastructure Canada and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario completed four projects during the fiscal year 2010-11. One of these is Evergreen at the Brick Works Project, supported by a federal share of $20 million. This project includes a 16-hectare park with the Weston Quarry Garden, wetlands, hiking trails, wildflower meadows, and 15 heritage buildings, all aimed at increasing environmental awareness, stimulating creativity and innovation, while improving the quality of life and economic development in Canada’s communities.
Total			$288.0 Million	$48.5 Million	$51.7 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
5. Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)	PA1	A.	$41.1 Million	$2.3 Million	$8.1 Million	Infrastructure Canada and the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) will continue to co-manage several projects across the Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. An example of this work is the urban development initiatives underway to upgrade the function and appearance of the waterfronts in Whitehorse and Carcross, which is supported by a federal contribution of $11 million.	Construction of urban development initiatives to upgrade the function and appearance of the waterfronts in Whitehorse and Carcross has been extended to 2013, while increasing the federal contribution by an additional $9 million. The additional funding will be going towards Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre on the Whitehorse waterfront, as well as funding additional upgrades in Carcross.
Total			$41.1 Million	$2.3 Million	$8.1 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
6. Transport Canada	PA1	A.	$3,525.1 Million	$247.7 Million	$217.1 Million	Transport Canada will continue to serve as the lead partner in the management of programs across the country that deal with highways and other major transportation projects. Transport Canada will continue to manage 11 active projects under the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund. None of the construction projects are expected to be completed in 2010-11.	Infrastructure Canada and Transport Canada completed one project during the fiscal year 2010-11, with another 14 projects underway at the beginning of 2011-12.
Total			$3,525.1 Million	$247.7 Million	$217.1 Million

19. Comments on Variances: The large and complex nature of the CSIF projects makes them more vulnerable to experience unforeseen delays during their construction. In 2010-11, a number of CSIF projects encountered delays due to lengthier environmental processes, inclement weather, as well as acquisition issues and other construction-related reasons. Therefore, the amount of funding claimed by the recipient for a number of projects has been significantly lower than forecasted. This has translated into variances between the total authorities and the actual amount of funding spent under the program during the 2010-11 fiscal year.

20. Results Achieved by Non-Federal Partners (if applicable): n/a.

21. Contact Information: Claude Blanchette, Director General, Program Integration, Tel: (613) 948-9392, E-Mail: claude.blanchette@infc.gc.ca.

Border Infrastructure Fund (BIF)

1. Name of Horizontal Initiative: Border Infrastructure Fund (BIF)

2. Name of Lead Department(s): Infrastructure Canada

3. Lead Department Program Activity: Border Infrastructure Fund

4. Start Date: 2003-04

5. End Date: 2013-14

6. Total Federal Funding Allocation (from start date to end date): $600 Million^[2]

7. Description of the Horizontal Initiative (including funding agreement):

The Border Infrastructure Fund, which was announced in Budget 2001, is a cost-shared contribution program. It complements some of the Government of Canada’s other infrastructure programs such as the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund and the Strategic Highway Infrastructure Program, a Transport Canada program.

As part of “Canada’s commitment to address land border pressures, such as traffic congestion, and to continue to facilitate the large volume of trade across the Canada – United States border”, the Border Infrastructure Fund contributions are directed at or on routes leading to Canada’s border crossings, with a particular focus on the six largest:

Windsor, Ontario;
Sarnia, Ontario;
Fort Erie, Ontario;
Niagara Falls, Ontario;
Douglas, British Columbia; and
Lacolle, Quebec.

The fund also directs some funding toward smaller and regionally important border crossings throughout Canada. Once completed, projects supported under BIF will help alleviate traffic congestion, increase system capacity and further the Smart Border Declaration (a Canada – US Declaration; see http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/anti-terrorism/declaration-en.asp).

8. Shared Outcome(s):

The overall planned results expected to achieve through BIF are to invest in projects that contribute to safe and efficient border crossings. Expected outcomes are to alleviate border congestion and increase border crossing capacity and to increase security and safety at border crossings, leading to cross border trade efficiencies.

9. Governance Structure(s):

All BIF projects are selected under the authority of the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities. Prior to selecting projects, the Minister consults with other Ministers who have an interest in the region or in the substantive project area. After project selection, public announcements are made by the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities. Treasury Board approval is sought for each contribution. At the same time, incremental operating funds required for project oversight and management by Transport Canada are identified and sought in the Treasury Board submission.

The fund is delivered in partnership involving primarily three sets of key collaborators:

Infrastructure Canada: As the coordinating and funding agent for the contribution, Infrastructure Canada is responsible for project review and selection. It leads the negotiation of contribution agreements with each of the funding recipients and is responsible for the evaluation of the program. To monitor activities and milestones throughout the project life cycle, an Infrastructure Canada representative sits on the project’s Agreement Steering Committee.
Transport Canada: This department has the project-specific technical knowledge with regard to each project. Transport Canada provides analysis and advice for the review and approval of projects. It is responsible for implementing the Border Infrastructure Fund projects in a manner that upholds federal due diligence in such areas as: environmental assessment, the eligibility and reasonability of project costs, the provision of information pertaining to cash flow and budget, the approval of invoices, making payments, the conducting of audits and evaluation of the projects. Transport Canada reviews the business case for the project, and determines the costs and benefits. It works with Infrastructure Canada to jointly negotiate the project agreement and prepares the Treasury Board submission; the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities signs both documents. Transport Canada is the federal co-chair of the project’s Agreement Steering Committee. It also ensures adherence to information management requirements to capture, monitor and report on project information.
The funding recipient: The recipient may be a provincial, territorial or local government, private partner or a combination thereof. Once the project has been selected, the funding recipient enters into negotiations with Infrastructure Canada to develop a contribution agreement. The funding recipient is responsible for ensuring that the project is completed as per the terms and conditions of the contribution agreement.

10. Performance Highlights:

In 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada worked with its portfolio partner, Transport Canada, to oversee the implementation of the remaining projects announced under the Border Infrastructure Fund; and
In partnership with its portfolio partner, Transport Canada, the Infrastructure Canada continued to oversee the implementation of project-specific agreements, ensuring that the terms of agreements are respected and that claims for payment are processed efficiently to meet the program’s scheduled end date of 2013.

**($ millions)**
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
1. Transport Canada	PA1	A.	$614.5 Million	$83.8 Million	$67.8 Million	Transport Canada will continue to serve as the lead partner in the management of programs across the country that deal with highways and other major transportation projects. Transport Canada will continue to manage 13 active projects under the Border Infrastructure Fund. It is expected that construction of two projects will be completed in the 2010-11 fiscal year, including: Truck Ferry Infrastructure and Signage Project in Windsor, Ontario; and the Widening of the Highway 401 from Highway 3 to West County Road 17 near Windsor, Ontario.	Infrastructure Canada and Transport Canada completed two component of the Let's Get Windsor Essex Moving Strategy project during the fiscal year 2010-11. One of these is the Truck Ferry Infrastructure and Signage Project in Windsor, Ontario. The Widening of the Highway 401 from Highway 3 to West Country Road 17 near Windsor, Ontario, supported by a federal contribution of $9.6 million has been delayed due to CN Rail work restrictions and is now scheduled to be completed in 2011-12.
Total			$614.5 Million	$83.8 Million	$67.8 Million

19. Comments on Variances: none.

20. Results Achieved by Non-Federal Partners (if applicable): n/a.

21. Contact Information: Claude Blanchette, Director General, Program Integration, Tel: (613) 948-9392, E-Mail: claude.blanchette@infc.gc.ca.

Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF)

1. Name of Horizontal Initiative: Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF)

2. Name of Lead Department(s): Infrastructure Canada

3. Lead Department Program Activity: Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund

4. Start Date: 2004-05

5. End Date: 2013-14

6. Total Federal Funding Allocation (from start date to end date): $1.2 Billion^[3]

7. Description of the Horizontal Initiative (including funding agreement):

The $1.2 billion Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund has been structured to provide a balanced response to local infrastructure needs in urban and rural Canada and will ensure that all Canadians, whether they live in large, small or remote communities, will share in the benefits of infrastructure investments.

The fund improves and increases the stock of core public infrastructure in areas such as water, wastewater, culture, recreation, and those very things that make our communities vibrant and productive places to live, work and raise families. It targets communities of less than 250,000 residents as well as First Nation communities. Like other infrastructure programs, MRIF seeks to ensure that the projects it funds support the goals of the Government of Canada, encourages new and innovative approaches and favours partnerships, including an emphasis on ‘green’ projects which are sustainable and reduce greenhouse gases.

Through MRIF, the Government of Canada continues to work in productive partnerships with provinces, territories, and municipalities, as well as First Nations and the private sector, to invest in local infrastructure projects. These projects will be vital to sustaining economic growth and supporting an enhanced quality of life in Canadian communities.

The fund is cost-shared, with the Government of Canada contributing, on average, one-third of total project eligible costs. Provinces and municipalities contribute the remainder of these costs. In recognition of the unique circumstances of the First Nations and the Territories, where many communities have no tax base, the Government of Canada may contribute a higher percentage of total project eligible costs.

8. Shared Outcome(s):

The overall expected outcomes are:

Improved and increased core public infrastructure in areas such as water, wastewater, culture and recreation; and
Improved quality of life and economic opportunities for smaller communities and First Nations.

9. Governance Structure(s):

The MRIF is based on a federal partnership arrangement between Infrastructure Canada and five federal partners: Western Economic Diversification, Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, and the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency. It involves 14 sub-programs, one joint sub-program for each province and territory and a sub-program for First Nations communities. Each of the 14 sub-programs follows the same general conditions, priorities and approaches. Also, recognizing the individual nature of each sub-program, the various agreements reflect the nature of the partnership as it relates to the order of government.

To affect expected outcomes, MRIF eligible projects must conform to a policy leveraging framework, based on a common baseline, but adapted for each jurisdiction. To ensure broad support and effective, innovative project delivery, partnerships of various types, including public-private partnerships are encouraged in the formulation and delivery of the fund projects. The program relies on strong input from local and rural municipalities, including the support of the locally elected councils. In addition, municipal representatives are involved in the processes and management of the program in the respective province or territory.

10. Performance Highlights:

In 2010-11, the program continued its long-term commitment to public infrastructure designed to promote economic growth, innovation and healthy communities, as per the Fund’s recent extension until March 31, 2013;
This commitment has continued to be focused on projects, such as water and wastewater treatment or cultural and recreation projects, for smaller and First Nations communities; and
Projects have continued to be managed in a collaborative manner through the respective umbrella of federal-provincial-territorial contribution agreements

**($ millions)**
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
1. Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)	PA1	A.	$143.4 Million	$17.8 Million	$19.4 Million	Infrastructure Canada and the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency will continue to co-manage the over 250 projects likely underway during the 2010-11 fiscal year. Over 60 percent of the federal contribution is committed to green projects, which support and maintain a healthy and sustainable environment.	Infrastructure Canada and the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency completed 74 projects during the fiscal year 2010-11. One of these projects is Nova Scotia New Germany Sewer System Upgrade, supported by federal contribution of $205,400. Work included in this project/phase was the engineering design, and the purchase and installation of process equipment for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The upgrade of the Wastewater Treatment Plant enables the facility to treat wastewater to a higher level.
Total			$143.4 Million	$17.8 Million	$19.4 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
2. Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec	PA1	A.	$241.8 Million	$5.6 Million	$28.3 Million	Infrastructure Canada and the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec will continue to co-manage the over 200 projects likely underway during the 2010-11 fiscal year. Over 60 percent of the total federal contribution is committed to green projects.	Infrastructure Canada and the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec completed 40 projects during the fiscal year 2010-11. One of these projects is the upgrade to Boulevard Constable in McMasterville, Qu�bec, supported by a federal contribution of $1.4 million.
Total			$241.8 Million	$5.6 Million	$28.3 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
3. Western Economic Diversification (WED)	PA1	A.	$286.3 Million	$38.4 Million	$47.9 Million	Infrastructure Canada and Western Economic Diversification will continue to co-manage the over 250 projects likely underway in the Provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba during the 2010-11 fiscal year. Over 55 percent of the total federal contribution is committed to green projects.	Infrastructure Canada and Western Economic Diversification completed 85 MRIF projects during the fiscal year 2010-11 and will continue working together to complete the remaining 159 projects underway in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
Total:			$286.3 Million	$38.4 Million	$47.9 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
4. Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario)	PA1	A.	$373.2 Million	$62.1 Million	$40.7 Million	Infrastructure Canada and Industry Canada will continue to co-manage the over 500 projects likely underway, including the 35 projects which have been allocated the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up funding, and are mostly scheduled for completion in the 2010-11 fiscal year. Over 85 percent of the total federal contribution is committed to green projects.	Infrastructure Canada and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario completed 99 MRIF and six MRIF Top-Up projects during the fiscal year 2010-11. One of these is the improvement to the water distribution system in the Town of Kapuskasing, Ontario, supported by a federal contribution of $1.9 million. The project involved the replacement of the elevated storage tank, as well as a construction of a new water transmission main to connect the existing distribution system, resulting in significant improvements in the availability and quality of drinking water.
			$373.2 Million	$62.1 Million	$40.7 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
5. Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)	PA1	A.	$59.1 Million	$0 Million	$9.9 Million	Infrastructure Canada and Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) will continue to co-manage the over 50 projects likely underway in the 2010-11 fiscal year. Over 50 percent of the total federal contribution is committed to green projects.	Infrastructure Canada and the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency completed 22 projects during the fiscal year 2010-11. One of these was the community centre in Repulse Bay, Nunavut, supported by a federal contribution of $2.5 million. This project will act as a public gathering space for important community events, as well as an activity centre for youth. In addition, as of April 1, 2011, there are eight projects underway in Yukon and Nunavut, while all MRIF projects in the Northwest Territories are now substantially completed.
Total:			$59.1 Million	$0 Million	$9.9 Million

19. Comments on Variances: Construction delays, such as inclement weather, geological challenges, technical and other construction-related complexities prevented several proponents from meeting their project schedule. As a result, variances were encountered between actual and forecasted spending at the program level.

20. Results Achieved by Non-Federal Partners (if applicable): n/a.

21. Contact Information: Claude Blanchette, Director General, Program Integration, Tel: (613) 948-9392, E-Mail: claude.blanchette@infc.gc.ca.

Infrastructure Canada Program (ICP)

1. Name of Horizontal Initiative: Infrastructure Canada Program

2. Name of Lead Department(s): Infrastructure Canada

3. Lead Department Program Activity: Not applicable. Funds are transferred to Federal Delivery Partners.

4. Start Date: 2000-01

5. End Date: 2010-11

6. Total Federal Funding Allocation (from start date to end date): $2.05 Billion^[4]

7. Description of the Horizontal Initiative (including funding agreement):

The Infrastructure Canada Program is a contribution program introduced in 2000 for local municipal infrastructure projects. The Government of Canada matches the provincial/territorial governments’ contributions, providing up to one-third of the cost of each municipal infrastructure project. It is a $2.05 billion program in effect until 2010-11. The fund sunsetted on March 31, 2011 and all projects are now complete across the country. All the funding has been committed and effectively spent.

The fund’s first priority for funding is “green municipal projects”, i.e. projects with environmental benefits that enhance the quality of the environment or health benefits that enhance the quality of human life. Other priorities include affordable housing, culture, tourism and recreation, rural and remote telecommunication, high-speed access for local public institutions and local transportation. Recognizing that individual communities know their needs best, the program operates in a "bottom-up" fashion, with the flexibility for municipalities and First Nations to identify their own infrastructure priorities. It also includes provisions to ensure an equitable balance of funding between urban and rural communities.

8. Shared Outcome(s):

The overall planned results are that urban and rural municipal infrastructure in Canada is enhanced and Canadians’ quality of life is improved through investments that protect the environment and support long-term community and economic growth.

9. Governance Structure(s):

The key roles and responsibilities of partners are as follows:

Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities – overall program management and accountability to Parliament, including media relations, appointment of Management Committee members, project approval for projects where the federal share is between $1 million - $10 million;
Infrastructure Canada – oversight and monitoring of the program ensuring effective management and a coordinated approach to communications and provision of services including operational services, information management, and communications services;
Ministers or Ministers of State responsible for delivery (Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario); Western Economic Diversification; Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec; Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency; Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor), Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development (AANDC) with the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities joint authority to enter into contribution agreements with provinces/territories, and project approval where federal share is less than $1 million;
Federal-Provincial/Territorial Management Committees (one per jurisdiction) – administration and management of the Infrastructure Canada Program in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable federal-provincial/territorial agreement;
Provinces/Territories – signatories to the negotiated agreements with the federal government;
Local governments – main applicants for Infrastructure Canada Program projects; also responsible for sponsoring projects with non-governmental organizations and/or private sector;
Non-governmental organizations and private sector – eligible to propose projects that are sponsored either by a municipality, a province/territory or the federal government; and

Other government departments - provide key expertise for all or some types of Infrastructure Canada Program projects (e.g., Transport Canada, Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency).

10. Performance Highlights:

In 2010-11, the final year of the program, it continued to support the enhancement of municipal infrastructure in urban and rural communities across the country while improving quality of life for Canadians through investments that protect our environment and support long-term economic growth.
The program’s focus on innovation and efficiency means commitment to the continued use of existing infrastructure while allowing for the introduction of new approaches and best practices.
Infrastructure Canada has continued to manage this program in collaboration with Federal Delivery Partners, provinces, territories, municipalities and First Nations and will remain committed to the regular and strong audit and evaluation of the program.

**($ millions)**
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
1. Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)	PA1	A.	$188.2 Million	$0 Million	$0 Million	Infrastructure Canada and the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency will continue to co-manage the federal funds allocated across the Atlantic provinces. All funds allocated have been claimed as expenses as of the beginning of the 2009-10 fiscal year.	At the end of 2010-11, all projects with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency have been completed.
Total:			$188.2 Million	$0 Million	$0 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
2. Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec	PA1	A.	$525.3 Million	$2.1 Million	10.3 Million$	Infrastructure Canada and the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec will continue to co-manage the federal funds allocated across the Province of Quebec. Nearly $500 million of the allocation had been claimed as expenses as of the beginning of the 2009-10 fiscal year.	Infrastructure Canada and the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec completed 35 projects during the fiscal year 2010-11 of which four projects are awaiting final claims. One of these projects is the relocation of the Tazmahal, Roulodome and Skate Park in Montreal, Quebec. The federal contribution of $2.5 million helped renovate the old building, develop land for a snow park, as well as established facilities to accommodate the activities of young enthusiasts of in-line skating, skateboards, BMX motor bikes and other wheeled sports.
Total:			$525.3 Million	$2.1 Million	$10.3 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
3. Western Economic Diversification (WED)	PA1	A.	$568.3 Million	$0.0 Million	$1.0 Million	Infrastructure Canada and Western Economic Diversification will continue to co-manage the federal funds allocated across the western provinces. Almost the entire allocation had been claimed as expenses as of the beginning of the 2009-10 fiscal year.	Infrastructure Canada and Western Economic Diversification completed the last 34 ICP projects during the fiscal year 2010-11.
Total:			$568.3 Million	$0.0 Million	$1.0 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
4. Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario)	PA1	A.	$693.8 Million	$0.0 Million	$1.9 Million	Infrastructure Canada and Industry Canada will continue to co-manage the federal funds allocated across the Province of Ontario. The entire allocation had been claimed as expenses as of the beginning of the 2009-10 fiscal year.	At the start of fiscal year 2011-12, four projects were underway, two of which have since been completed. The remaining two projects are the Burlington Waterfront Project which was halted due to unforeseen circumstances and has now resumed with expected completion in 2013, and Abilities Centre in Durham, Ontario, which is expected to be completed in 2011-12.
Total:			$693.8 Million	$0.0 Million	$1.9 Million

19. Comments on Variances: None.

20. Results Achieved by Non-Federal Partners (if applicable): n/a.

21. Contact Information: Claude Blanchette, Director General, Program Integration, Tel: (613) 948-9392, E-Mail: claude.blanchette@infc.gc.ca.

Building Canada Fund

1. Name of Horizontal Initiative: Building Canada Fund

2. Name of Lead Department(s): Infrastructure Canada

3. Lead Department Program Activity: Building Canada Fund-Communities Component and Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Fund

4. Start Date: 2007-08

5. End Date: 2016-17

6. Total Federal Funding Allocation (from start date to end date): $8.8 Billion^[5]

7. Description of the Horizontal Initiative (including funding agreement):

The Building Canada Fund focuses on projects that deliver economic, environmental, and social benefits to Canadians.

The national priorities for funding are the core National Highway System, drinking water, wastewater, public transit and green energy. Other eligible categories include projects that support economic growth and development (short-line rail and short-sea shipping, connectivity and broadband, tourism and regional and local airports), environmental projects (solid waste management), as well as projects that contribute to the ongoing development of safe and strong communities (disaster mitigation, culture, sport, recreation, local roads and bridges, and brownfield re-development). Funding is used to support public infrastructure owned by provincial, territorial and municipal governments and entities, as well as the non-profit sector and private industry, in certain cases.

Funding is allocated for projects in the various provinces and territories based on their population (as of the 2006 Census). In the provinces, the program operates through two components: the Major Infrastructure Component and the Communities Component. In the territories, in recognition of their very low per capita allocations, the Building Canada funding has been rolled into the Provincial-Territorial Base Funding Program and is managed under the terms of this latter program in each territory.

The Major Infrastructure Component (BCF-MIC) targets larger, strategic projects of national and regional significance. Under this component, two-thirds of national funding is directed to the above-mentioned national priorities. Projects under the Major Infrastructure Component are selected jointly through a federal-provincial/territorial negotiation process with all projects required to meet minimum federal eligibility criteria.

The Communities Component (BCF-CC) is focused on projects in communities with populations of less than 100,000. Projects are selected through an application-based process and, like projects under the Major Infrastructure Component, are evaluated on the extent to which they meet minimum federal eligibility criteria. This will significantly help smaller communities address their infrastructure pressures and serve as a complementary instrument to the Gas Tax Fund.

More information on the Building Canada Fund can be found at: http://www.buildingcanada-chantierscanada.gc.ca/funprog-progfin/target-viser/bcf-fcc/bcf-fcc-eng.html.

8. Shared Outcome(s):

The expected outcomes are to deliver results that matter to Canadians - including cleaner air and water, safer roads, shorter commutes - while supporting broad federal priorities of a stronger economy, cleaner environment, and better communities.

9. Governance Structure(s):

i. Major Infrastructure Component of the Building Canada Fund

All BCF-MIC projects are selected under the authority of the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities. Priorities are identified through discussions with provinces. Prior to selecting projects, the Minister consults other Ministers who have an interest in the region or in the substantive project area. Following due diligence, Treasury Board approval is required for contributions to any projects above the delegated threshold (i.e. $100 million federal contribution) or that require exemptions to program terms and conditions. At the same time, should they be required for transportation projects, incremental operating funds required for project oversight and management by Transport Canada are identified and sought in the Treasury Board submission.

BCF-MIC is delivered in partnership involving primarily three sets of key collaborators:

Infrastructure Canada: As the coordinating and funding agent for the contribution, Infrastructure Canada is responsible for identifying priorities, recommending approval of all BCF-MIC projects to the Minister, public announcements, environmental assessment in some cases, and program evaluation. Infrastructure Canada is responsible for project selection and review/due diligence for all projects. For non-transportation projects, Infrastructure Canada is also responsible for the preparation of Treasury Board submissions (where required), the negotiation of contribution agreements with each of the funding recipients, and the oversight of these agreements. To monitor activities and milestones throughout the project life cycle, an Infrastructure Canada representative sits on the project’s Agreement Steering Committee. Infrastructure Canada oversees the implementation of mitigation measures identified in the environmental assessment, assesses the eligibility and reasonability of project costs, monitors information pertaining to cash flow and budget, approves claims, make payments, and conducts audits and evaluations of the projects. Infrastructure Canada will use Shared Information Management System for Infrastructure to capture, monitor and report project information.
Transport Canada: For non-transportation projects, Transport Canada drafts a project review/due diligence for Infrastructure Canada’s review, prepares any required Treasury Board submissions, and leads the negotiations of contribution agreements. Transport Canada monitors activities and milestones throughout the project life cycle, and nominates federal representatives to sit on projects’ Agreement Steering Committees. Transport Canada oversees the implementation of mitigation measures identified in the environmental assessment, assesses the eligibility and reasonability of project costs, monitors information pertaining to cash flow and budget, approves claims, makes payments, and conducts audits and evaluations of the projects. Transport Canada will also ensure adherence to Infrastructure Canada’s information management requirements, including the use of Infrastructure Canada’s Shared Information Management System for Infrastructure, which captures, monitors and reports project information. Transport Canada also provides communication support to Infrastructure Canada.
The funding recipient: The recipient may be provincial, territorial, or local government, a private partner, a non-government organization or a combination thereof. The funding recipient is responsible for ensuring that the project is completed as per the Terms and Conditions of the Contribution Agreement, and is also responsible for the ongoing operation and maintenance of the asset.

ii. Communities Component of the Building Canada Fund

BCF-CC is governed by separate federal-provincial contribution agreements, each of which is managed by an Oversight Committee established by the Infrastructure Framework Committee that includes both federal and provincial senior officials. To support the operation of the Communities Component and Oversight Committees, each jurisdiction has a federal-provincial Joint Secretariat staffed by Federal Delivery Partners and provincial officials.

All project applications under BCF-CC are subject to a competitive, application-based process. This process is administered by the Joint Secretariat, but a material role for the respective provincial municipal association (for those provinces that have municipal associations) may also have been established as part of the application review process. Allowing some implementation flexibility to the Joint Secretariats and Oversight Committees, all competitive processes issue calls for applications (either one open window for applications or multiple shorter windows with set closing dates). Some provinces may limit the number of applications per community within and/or across all intakes.

Joint Secretariats provide the first level of due diligence, including engineering, environmental, and legal review of the applications, and prepare briefing material for the Oversight Committees. The Oversight Committees review and rank the application against the mandatory and additional leveraging criteria established in the Policy Leveraging Framework of the Building Canada Fund. The Oversight Committee presents the recommended list of projects to the Minister or the Federal Delivery Partner Minister for consideration, in accordance with the delegations of authority. After consulting with other Ministers who have a mandate in the substantive project area, the Minister or the Federal Delivery Partner Minister provide feedback on the list of projects to the Oversight Committee. The Oversight Committee then performs a final review of the list and makes a recommendation to the appropriate Minister, in accordance with the delegations of authority. Federal funding for projects is announced once final approval has been granted in writing.

The Framework Agreements stipulate that individual federal-provincial Contribution Agreements govern the Communities Component in each province, and that these agreements are managed by an Oversight Committee, established under the Infrastructure Framework Committee. Each Oversight Committee includes both federal and provincial senior officials and may also include representatives from provincial municipal associations (where applicable). The federal co-chair of the Oversight Committee is a senior official from Infrastructure Canada appointed by the Minister.

In the federal-provincial contribution agreement, the parties agreed to establish a Joint Secretariat to support the Oversight Committee and administer BCF-CC. This secretariat is staffed by officials from the provincial government and the Federal Delivery Partner.

10. Performance Highlights:

Under the Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component (BCF-MIC), Infrastructure Canada has continued to work with federal and provincial partners to expeditiously identify, approve and fund projects in the key national priority areas of water, wastewater, public transit, the core National Highway System and green energy, as well as in other eligible categories of investment. The implementation of each project-specific funding agreement is being conducted in a streamlined manner to ensure that the terms of agreements are respected while claims for payment are processed efficiently.

Under the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component (BCF-CC), construction began on several hundred projects nation-wide dealing with wastewater treatment, potable water, local roads and other infrastructure needs. This construction was supported not only by the over $1 billion in federal contributions now fully allocated under the original Communities Component agreements, but also by the further $500 million in federal Top-Up funding introduced under the Economic Action Plan.

**($ millions)**
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
1. Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)	PA1	A. BCF-MIC	$76.6 Million	$1.8 Million	$9.4 Million	Infrastructure Canada and the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency will continue to co-manage seven of the announced Major Infrastructure Component projects in the Atlantic Region. Three projects are scheduled for completion in the 2010-11 fiscal year, including the development of a wind-farm in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, and the construction of the Halifax Canada Game Centre. These projects are supported by federal contributions of $4.5 million and $12 million respectively.	In June 2010, all BCF-MIC projects being co-managed with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency were transferred to Infrastructure Canada. Going forward, Infrastructure Canada will be responsible for the administration and implementation of all BCF-MIC projects in the Atlantic region.
		B. BCF-CC	$149.8 Million	$31.0 Million	$37.1 Million	Infrastructure Canada and the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency will continue to co-manage over 100 projects underway in the Provinces of Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. A further approximately 100 projects are scheduled to start construction in the 2010-11 fiscal year. All 77 projects funded under the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up stimulus are scheduled for completion by October 31, 2011.	Infrastructure Canada and the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency completed 104 projects during the fiscal year 2010-2011. One of these is the upgrade and paving of 11 municipal roads in the Town of Reidville, Newfoundland. This project improved transportation efficiency and safety of local roads in the area. Given that these municipal, highly-travelled roads were initially gravel roads, paving such roads will now require less maintenance and upkeep while eliminating the use of chemical products for dust control.
		C. BCF-CC Top-Up	$34.6 Million	$23.8 Million	$21.2 Million
Total:			$261.0 Million	$56.6 Million	$67.7 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
2. Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec	PA1	A. BCF-MIC	$422.2 Million	$80.3 Million	$22.7 Million	Infrastructure Canada and the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec will continue to co-manage the 11 announced Major Infrastructure Component projects in Quebec. Two projects are scheduled for completion in the 2010-11 fiscal year, including the expansion of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, and the modernization of the Desjardins drinking water treatment facilities in L�vis. These projects are supported by federal contributions of $13 million and $10.8 million respectively.	In June 2010, allBCF-MIC projects being co-managed with the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec were transferred to Infrastructure Canada. Going forward, Infrastructure Canada will be responsible for the administration and implementation of allBCF-MIC projects in Quebec.
		B.BCF-CC	$412.6 Million	$43.3 Million	$6.1 Million	Infrastructure Canada and the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec will continue to co-manage the 120 announced projects in the Province of Quebec. An agreement between the federal and provincial governments to provide top-up funding for projects ready to begin construction is expected. In addition, progress on the six projects announced under the Large Urban Centres Component of the Building Canada Fund will continue. These projects, which focus on financing infrastructure development in communities of 100,000 inhabitants or more, are supported by a federal contribution of approximately $33.5 million.	Infrastructure Canada and the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec completed three projects during the fiscal year 2010-11. One of these is the water treatment and distribution facility, improving the quality of drinking water in Farnham, Quebec, supported by a federal contribution of $164,000.
		C. BCF-CC Top-Up	$116.0 Million	$116.0 Million	$83.9 Million
Total:			$950.8 Million	$239.6 Million	$112.7 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
3. Transport Canada	PA1	A.BCF-MIC	$3,507.2 Million	$579.4 Million	$286.4 Million	Transport Canada will continue to serve as the lead partner in the management of transportation projects under the Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component (BCF-MIC), and will continue to work with partners to execute project specific contribution agreements and to manage the day-to-day implementation of the projects. Transport Canada and Infrastructure Canada will work together to announce one new project for funds remaining under the BCF-MIC, and will work with partners to have the projects formally approved. Transport Canada will continue to manage 37 transportation projects announced under the Building Canada Fund. It is currently expected that 26 projects will commence construction and six projects will be completed in 2010-11.	Seven projects, involving a federal contribution of approximately $716 million, were announced for public transportation infrastructure projects in 2010-11. Transport Canada is now managing 82 transportation projects announced under the Building Canada Fund. Of these, in 2010-11, 20 projects began construction, and three projects were completed.
Total:			$3,507.2 Million	$579.4 Million	$286.4 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
4. Western Economic Diversification	PA1	A.BCF-MIC	$221.5 Million	$37.7 Million	$46.7 Million	Infrastructure Canada and Western Economic Diversification will continue to co-manage the nine announced Major Infrastructure Component projects across the western provinces. Four projects are scheduled for completion in the 2010-11 fiscal year, including the expansion of the Red River Floodway in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and the construction of the Kinnear Centre for Creativity in Banff, Alberta. These projects are supported by federal contributions of $332.5 million and $15 million respectively.	In June 2010, six BCF-MIC projects being co-managed with Western Economic Diversification were transferred to Infrastructure Canada. Three BCF-MIC projects, which were nearing completion in 2010-11, continued to be delivered by Western Economic Diversification. Two of the co-managed projects, Northlands Exhibition Facility in Edmonton, Alberta and Evraz Place in Regina, Saskatchewan, completed construction in 2010-11. One BCF-MIC project, the Kinnear Centre for Creativity in Banff, Alberta, continues to be co-managed with Western Economic Diversification. With the exception of the three aforementioned projects, going forward Infrastructure Canada will be responsible for the administration and implementation of all BCF-MIC projects in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia.
		B. BCF-CC	$367.3 Million	$110.0 Million	$77.7 Million	Infrastructure Canada and Western Economic Diversification will continue to co-manage the approximately 100 projects underway in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. Around 200 projects are scheduled to start construction in the 2010-11. All 166 projects funded under the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up stimulus are scheduled for completion by October 31, 2011.	Infrastructure Canada and Western Economic Diversification completed 27 BCF-CC projects during the fiscal year 2010-11 in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. Another 226 projects were reported underway at the beginning of fiscal year 2011-12.
		C. BCF-CC Top-Up	$149.9 Million	$118.7 Million	$101.2 Million		Infrastructure Canada and Western Economic Diversification completed 40 BCF-CC Top-Up projects during the fiscal year 2010-11. The remaining 121 projects are scheduled for completion by October 31, 2011.
Total:			$738.7 Million	$266.4 Million	$225.6 Million

($ millions)
11. Federal Partners	12. Federal Partner Program Activity	13. Names of Programs for Federal Partners	14. Total Allocation (from start date to end date)	15. Planned Spending for 2010-11	16. Actual Spending for 2010-11	17. Expected Results for 2010-11	18. Results Achieved in 2010-11
5. Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario)	PA1	A.BCF-MIC	$275.4 Million	$37.7 Million	$38.6 Million	Infrastructure Canada and Industry Canada will continue to co-manage the nine announced Major Infrastructure Component projects in Ontario. Two projects are scheduled for completion in the 2010-11 fiscal year, including the improvements to the Ottawa River sewage system and the construction of the Clarence-Rockland Event and Training Centre. These projects are supported by federal contributions of $9.4 million and $6.4 million respectively.	In June 2010, all BCF-MIC projects being co-managed with the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario were transferred to Infrastructure Canada. Going forward, Infrastructure Canada will be responsible for the administration and implementation of all BCF-MIC projects in Ontario.
		B. BCF-CC	$365.6 Million	$80.0 Million	$58.1 Million	Infrastructure Canada and Industry Canada will continue to co-manage the approximately 140 projects underway in Ontario. Approximately a further 170 projects are scheduled to start construction in the 2010-11 fiscal year. All 182 projects funded under the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up stimulus are scheduled for completion by October 31, 2011.	Infrastructure Canada and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario completed 88 projects during 2010-11. One of these is the Municipality of Marmora and Lake projects supported by a federal contribution of $268,300. The replacement of single lane bridge with a two lane bridge, significantly reduced traffic congestion, allowing for safer and more efficient travel for township residents.
		C.BCF-CC Top-Up	$196.0 Million	$130.3 Million	$48.4 Million

Total			$837.0 Million	$248.0 Million	$145.1 Million

19. Comments on Variances: Infrastructure Canada typically reprofiles 20-30 percent of its Grants and Contributions budget to future

2010-11. Actual spending lags behind forecasted amount due to a number of factors including:

Approval Delays
Forecasts are typically provided before all approvals are secured
Negotiation of Contribution Agreements (without signed agreement claims cannot be paid)
Inclement weather, limited supply of contractors/skilled workers
Failure of recipients to submit invoices
Differences in fiscal cycle between the federal, provincial and municipal governments

20. Results Achieved by Non-Federal Partners (if applicable): n/a.

21. Contact Information: Claude Blanchette, Director General, Program Integration, Tel: (613) 948-9392, E-Mail: claude.blanchette@infc.gc.ca.

^[1] This represents amounts committed under previous Government of Canada Budgets. Note, additional funds have been transferred into this program to administer specific projects under the CSIF terms and conditions. Column 14 of the table below reflects the actual project funding delivered by federal delivery partners, under the CSIF terms and conditions, as well as their associated administrative costs.

^[2] This represents amounts committed under previous Government of Canada Budgets. Note that additional funds have been transferred into this program to administer specific projects under the BIF terms and conditions. Column 14 of the table below reflects the actual project funding delivered by federal delivery partners, under the BIF terms and conditions, as well as their associated administrative costs. Support for the G8 Summit (2010) funding is accounted separately from BIF in this document.

^[3] This represents amounts committed under previous Government of Canada Budgets. Note that additional funds have been transferred into this program to administer specific projects under the MRIF terms and conditions. Column 14 of the table below reflects the actual project funding delivered by federal delivery partners, under the MRIF terms and conditions, as well as their associated administrative costs.

^[4] This represents amounts committed under previous Government of Canada Budgets. Note that additional funds have been transferred into this program to administer specific projects under the ICP terms and conditions. Column 14 of the table below reflects the actual project funding delivered by federal delivery partners, under the ICP terms and conditions, as well as their associated administrative costs.

^[5] This represents amounts committed under previous Government of Canada Budgets. Note that funds have been transferred from this program to administer specific projects under the terms and conditions of other programs. Column 14 of the table below reflects the actual project funding delivered by federal delivery partners, under the BCF terms and conditions, as well as their associated administrative costs.

Green Procurement

Part A: Green Procurement Capacity Building

Performance Measures for Part A

1a. Number of procurement and materiel management staff with formal green procurement training (e.g., Canada School of Public Service course C215 or an in-house, tailored alternative) relative to total number of procurement and materiel management staff.

1b. Number of acquisition cardholders with formal green procurement training (e.g., Canada School of Public Service course C215 or an in-house, tailored alternative) relative to total number of acquisition cardholders.

2. Number of performance evaluations of managers and functional heads of procurement and materiel management that incorporate environmental considerations relative to total number of performance evaluations of managers and functional heads of procurement and materiel management.

3. Number of departmental procurement processes and controls that incorporate environmental considerations relative to total number of departmental procurement processes and controls that should address environmental considerations. Alternatively, departments and agencies can report on progress to improve the integration of environmental considerations in management processes and controls relative to procurement.

Activity	Target as % (as reported in 2010-11 RPP)	Actual Results as %	Description/Comments
1a. Training for Procurement and Materiel Management Staff	100%	100%	Two contracting officers have received the Green Procurement Course being offered, which is part of the PG Certification Program.
1b. Training for Acquisition Cardholders	TBD	100%	In 2010-11 the Accounting Operations Unit of Infrastructure Canada developed a new training package for Acquisition Cardholders, and green procurement was incorporated into this training package.
2. Performance Evaluations	100%	0%	There is one position for the Manager of Contracting and Procurement, and one position for the Manager of Materiel Management. As of 2010-11, the performance evaluations of these two positions have not incorporated Green Procurement, but the department intends to incorporate it in the performance evaluations for 2011-12.
3. Procurement Processes and Controls	100%	100%	Infrastructure Canada uses standing offers that have green procurement considerations. As of 2010-11, the current financial system has been upgraded, which has allowed procurement personnel to identify, track and report on green procurement.

Part B: Use of Green Consolidated Procurement Instruments

Performance Measures for Part B

Dollar value of purchases against green consolidated procurement instruments (as designated by Public Works and Government Services Canada [PWGSC]) for a specified good or service relative to total dollar value of purchases for that good or service.

Dollar value of purchases that incorporate environmental considerations for a good or service relative to total dollar value of purchases for that good or service. (This performance measure applies when a green consolidated procurement instrument, as designated by PWGSC, was not used or was unavailable for the specified good or service).

Good/Service	Target as % (as reported in 2010-11 RPP)	Actual Results as %	Description/Comments
Paper	n/a	100%	The procurement of paper at Infrastructure Canada is done bearing in mind green procurement principles and initiatives, i.e. purchases of paper and paper products are 100 percent recycled paper for environmental considerations and in accordance with the Government Greening Operations. And as of 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada’s financial management system has been able to track all green procurement purchases under this category.
IT Equipment, Computers, Printers and Photocopiers	n/a	100%	Infrastructure Canada has continued to purchase and lease energy-efficient equipment from companies with environmental programs that have recycled content and a recycling program, using multi-function photocopiers and printer machines to reduce energy consumption, using recycled toner cartridges, implementing a shared printers standard versus the use of personal printers, and ensuring that default settings on printers and photocopiers are set to print in black and white and on double-sided paper. And as of 2010-11, Infrastructure Canada’s financial management system has been able to track all green procurement purchases under this category.

Part C: Reduction Initiatives for Specific Goods (optional/where applicable)

Performance Measure for Part C

Total quantity of a consumable purchased (e.g., paper) or an asset owned or leased (e.g., printing devices) relative to total number of full-time equivalents (FTEs).

Consumable/Asset	Target as % Reduction or # per FTE	Actual Results as % Reduction or # per FTE	Description/Comments
Paper	n/a	n/a	The procurement of paper at Infrastructure Canada is done bearing in mind green procurement principles and initiatives. For example, the department purchases printing and photocopying paper and paper products that are made of recycled paper for environmental considerations and in line with the Greening Government Operations initiative. And as well, the department ensures that default settings on printers and photocopiers are set to print in black and white and on double-sided paper, to reduce the use of paper for printing and photocopying jobs.
IT Equipment	n/a	n/a	Infrastructure Canada has continued to purchase and lease energy-efficient equipment from companies with environmental programs that have recycled content and a recycling program, using multi-function photocopiers and printer machines to reduce energy consumption, using recycled toner cartridges, implementing a shared printers standard versus the use of personal printers, and ensuring that default settings on printers and photocopiers are set to print in black and white and on double-sided paper. The department is committed to the principles of green procurement and sustainable development. When purchasing new items, careful planning and consideration is given to the quality, life span and generic use of the products or items being purchased. In the long-term, these measures will reduce the costs associated with having to replace the items in the near future, and therefore fewer items will be sent to recycling plants, donated to schools through Industry Canada, and/or sent to landfills when the items and materials are discontinued and/or can no longer be re-used within the department.

Response to Parliamentary Committees and External Audits

Response to Parliamentary Committees
In May 2010, the Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates (OGGO) presented an interim report to the House of Commons entitled “Implementation of the Economic Action Plan (EAP)”. Contained within the interim report were six recommendations, two of which had implications for Infrastructure Canada. More specifically, Recommendation 3 recommended that the implementation of projects be allowed to extend beyond the March 31, 2011 deadline for the programs under the Economic Action Plan, and Recommendation 5 recommended distributing any lapsed funding under the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund through a Gas Tax Fund model. Infrastructure Canada worked with Finance Canada in drafting responses to both recommendations. Pursuant to Standing Order 109 of the House of Commons, the OGGO requested a response to its report within 120 calendar days. Finance Canada led the government response, which included input from Infrastructure Canada, Finance Canada, the Treasury Board Secretariat and the Communications and Consultation Secretariat within the Privy Council Office. The government response was prepared under cover of a Memorandum to Cabinet, signed by the Minister of Finance and submitted to the Privy Council Office for Cabinet Committee consideration and approval. The final approved government response was tabled in the House of Commons on September 20, 2010. The government response to Recommendations 3 and 5 were generally consistent with standard messaging, and highlighted the importance of providing timely and targeted stimulus when the economy needed it, while following through on the government’s commitment to return to a budget balance by winding down stimulus funding. They also outlined the purpose of the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund (ISF), and noted that the government was working closely with its provincial, territorial and municipal counterparts to ensure that projects were completed on time and that any cost savings resulting from projects that had come in under budget were being re-invested.

Response to Parliamentary Committees

In May 2010, the Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates (OGGO) presented an interim report to the House of Commons entitled “Implementation of the Economic Action Plan (EAP)”. Contained within the interim report were six recommendations, two of which had implications for Infrastructure Canada.

More specifically, Recommendation 3 recommended that the implementation of projects be allowed to extend beyond the March 31, 2011 deadline for the programs under the Economic Action Plan, and Recommendation 5 recommended distributing any lapsed funding under the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund through a Gas Tax Fund model. Infrastructure Canada worked with Finance Canada in drafting responses to both recommendations.

Pursuant to Standing Order 109 of the House of Commons, the OGGO requested a response to its report within 120 calendar days.

Finance Canada led the government response, which included input from Infrastructure Canada, Finance Canada, the Treasury Board Secretariat and the Communications and Consultation Secretariat within the Privy Council Office. The government response was prepared under cover of a Memorandum to Cabinet, signed by the Minister of Finance and submitted to the Privy Council Office for Cabinet Committee consideration and approval.

The final approved government response was tabled in the House of Commons on September 20, 2010. The government response to Recommendations 3 and 5 were generally consistent with standard messaging, and highlighted the importance of providing timely and targeted stimulus when the economy needed it, while following through on the government’s commitment to return to a budget balance by winding down stimulus funding. They also outlined the purpose of the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund (ISF), and noted that the government was working closely with its provincial, territorial and municipal counterparts to ensure that projects were completed on time and that any cost savings resulting from projects that had come in under budget were being re-invested.

Response to the Auditor General (including to the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development)
1. Audit of Public Accounts 2009-10 Infrastructure Canada has undertaken the following actions in response to the observations of the Office of the Auditor General (OAG). Infrastructure Canada has developed an application, the Financial Planning and Analysis Application (FPAA), to manage the financial information related to Infrastructure Canada programs. This application will improve the integrity and timeliness of program reporting at all levels. It will replace the multiple spreadsheets requiring manual data input that could be suspectible to errors. The Financial Planning and Analysis Application will provide better information to Infrastructure Canada from its federal delivery partners, including the status of approvals for contribution agreements. These improvements will enhance the department’s ability to accurately commit funds on a timely basis. Infrastructure Canada’s process for committing funds has been enhanced to ensure that all commitments under the Gas Tax Fund are recorded and appropriately certified under Section 32 of the Financial Administration Act. Infrastructure Canada has completed its Accounting for Program Expenditures’ documentation for each of its transfer payment programs currently in place. Within each document, the department has documented the conlusions relating to the accounting classification (e.g. share cost, entitlement, or other government transfer), and ensured consistency with the Public Sector Accounting Standards. Infrastructure Canada has developed a new service level agreement (SLA) with its federal delivery partners for the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component program to ensure that the roles and responsibilities relating to financial management are clearly described and documented, and are in accordance with the approved Treasury Board Submission. 2. Performance Audit of Canada’s Economic Action Plan (EAP) A government-wide performance audit of Canada’s Economic Action Plan was completed and included in the Auditor General’s Fall 2010 report. There were no recommendations addressed to Infrastructure Canada. The audit found that the government has adequately managed these selected programs by putting in place appropriate management practices and providing programs to eligible recipients in a timely manner, and that all projects that were audited met the eligibility criteria. The audit report also noted that the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund application form, which was used to review projects and determine if they should be exempted from environmental assessment, did not ask if certain projects were near provincial or municipal environmentally sensitive areas. Infrastructure Canada’s follow up on the random sample of projects further to OAG’s observation showed that the exemptions were justified. 3. Audit (of Internal Audit) in Departments and Agencies An audit of the Internal Audit function in Departments and Agencies is currently underway, and will be tabled in the Auditor General’s June 2011 Status report. 4. Audit of the Support for the G8 Summit 2010, and G20 Summit - Chapter 2 Legacy Infrastructure Fund An audit of the Support for the G8 Summit 2010 and G20 Summit has been tabled where the Chapter 2 is on the G8 Legacy Infrastructure Fund. The audit was tabled in the Auditor General’s Spring 2011 report. While the final audit report acknowledges that Infrastructure Canada set up mechanisms to administer contribution agreements for the 32 approved projects in accordance with the terms and conditions of the G8 Legacy Infrastructure Fund, the report also identified deficiencies with respect to the Parliamentary approval of program funding as well as the project selection processes and documentation related to selection. While the Government of Canada confirms that all approved projects were eligible infrastructure projects and all funding was accounted for, it accepts this advice along with other lessons learned.

Response to the Auditor General (including to the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development)

1. Audit of Public Accounts 2009-10

Infrastructure Canada has undertaken the following actions in response to the observations of the Office of the Auditor General (OAG).

Infrastructure Canada has developed an application, the Financial Planning and Analysis Application (FPAA), to manage the financial information related to Infrastructure Canada programs. This application will improve the integrity and timeliness of program reporting at all levels. It will replace the multiple spreadsheets requiring manual data input that could be suspectible to errors.
The Financial Planning and Analysis Application will provide better information to Infrastructure Canada from its federal delivery partners, including the status of approvals for contribution agreements. These improvements will enhance the department’s ability to accurately commit funds on a timely basis.
Infrastructure Canada’s process for committing funds has been enhanced to ensure that all commitments under the Gas Tax Fund are recorded and appropriately certified under Section 32 of the Financial Administration Act.
Infrastructure Canada has completed its Accounting for Program Expenditures’ documentation for each of its transfer payment programs currently in place. Within each document, the department has documented the conlusions relating to the accounting classification (e.g. share cost, entitlement, or other government transfer), and ensured consistency with the Public Sector Accounting Standards.
Infrastructure Canada has developed a new service level agreement (SLA) with its federal delivery partners for the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component program to ensure that the roles and responsibilities relating to financial management are clearly described and documented, and are in accordance with the approved Treasury Board Submission.

2. Performance Audit of Canada’s Economic Action Plan (EAP)

A government-wide performance audit of Canada’s Economic Action Plan was completed and included in the Auditor General’s Fall 2010 report. There were no recommendations addressed to Infrastructure Canada. The audit found that the government has adequately managed these selected programs by putting in place appropriate management practices and providing programs to eligible recipients in a timely manner, and that all projects that were audited met the eligibility criteria.
The audit report also noted that the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund application form, which was used to review projects and determine if they should be exempted from environmental assessment, did not ask if certain projects were near provincial or municipal environmentally sensitive areas. Infrastructure Canada’s follow up on the random sample of projects further to OAG’s observation showed that the exemptions were justified.

3. Audit (of Internal Audit) in Departments and Agencies

An audit of the Internal Audit function in Departments and Agencies is currently underway, and will be tabled in the Auditor General’s June 2011 Status report.

4. Audit of the Support for the G8 Summit 2010, and G20 Summit - Chapter 2 Legacy Infrastructure Fund

An audit of the Support for the G8 Summit 2010 and G20 Summit has been tabled where the Chapter 2 is on the G8 Legacy Infrastructure Fund. The audit was tabled in the Auditor General’s Spring 2011 report. While the final audit report acknowledges that Infrastructure Canada set up mechanisms to administer contribution agreements for the 32 approved projects in accordance with the terms and conditions of the G8 Legacy Infrastructure Fund, the report also identified deficiencies with respect to the Parliamentary approval of program funding as well as the project selection processes and documentation related to selection. While the Government of Canada confirms that all approved projects were eligible infrastructure projects and all funding was accounted for, it accepts this advice along with other lessons learned.

External Audits: (Note: These refer to other external audits conducted by the Public Service Commission of Canada or the Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages)
Public Service Commission of Canada’s Audit of Infrastructure Canada An external audit was conducted by the Public Service Commission (PSC) titled Audit of Infrastructure Canada. The audit was a human resources (HR) audit that examined the human resources (HR) staffing practices at Infrastructure Canada. The final audit report was published in October 2009 and covered the period of January 1, 2006 to April 30, 2008. The PSC requires that Infrastructure Canada report back twice a year to the Commission, to ensure that the concerns in the audit are completely addressed. During the progress update provided to the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) in September 2010, all of the six management action plans were listed as completed for this audit. The PSC is currently conducting a Follow-up Audit of the department to ensure that we have responded adequately to the recommendations of the initial audit.

External Audits: (Note: These refer to other external audits conducted by the Public Service Commission of Canada or the Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages)

Public Service Commission of Canada’s Audit of Infrastructure Canada

An external audit was conducted by the Public Service Commission (PSC) titled Audit of Infrastructure Canada. The audit was a human resources (HR) audit that examined the human resources (HR) staffing practices at Infrastructure Canada. The final audit report was published in October 2009 and covered the period of January 1, 2006 to April 30, 2008.

The PSC requires that Infrastructure Canada report back twice a year to the Commission, to ensure that the concerns in the audit are completely addressed. During the progress update provided to the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) in September 2010, all of the six management action plans were listed as completed for this audit.

The PSC is currently conducting a Follow-up Audit of the department to ensure that we have responded adequately to the recommendations of the initial audit.

Internal Audits and Evaluations

Internal Audits Table

Internal Audits (current reporting period)

1. Name of Internal Audit	2. Audit Type	3. Status	4. Completion Date
Follow-up Assurance Audit of Travel, Hospitality and Acquisition Cards	Assurance (Audit) Engagement	Completed	Recommended by the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) in April 2010. Approved by the Deputy Minister on April 14, 2010.
Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF) Audit	Assurance (Audit) Engagement	Completed	Recommended by the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) on January 25, 2011. Approved by the Deputy Minister on January 25, 2011.
G8 Legacy Fund Review	Review Engagement	Completed	Results presented to the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) for Discussion/Information on January 26, 2011.
Green Infrastructure Fund (GIF) Preliminary Survey for Review Planning	Preliminary Survey	Completed	Results presented to the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) for Discussion/Information on April 8, 2010.
Building Canada Fund-Communities Component (BCF-CC) Program, (Top-Up and Acceleration) Consulting and Advisory Services (Program Change Analysis)	Program Change Analysis	Completed	Results presented to the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) for Discussion/Information on April 8, 2010.
Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Funding Initiative (PT Base), (Acceleration) Consulting and Advisory Services Program Change Analysis	Program Change Analysis	Completed	Results presented to the Departmental Audit Committee (DAC) for Discussion/Information on June 28, 2010.

Evaluations Table

Evaluations (current reporting period)

1. Name of Evaluation and Link to Report	2. Program Activity	3. Status	4. Completion Date
Summative Evaluation of the Infrastructure Canada Program First Nations component (ICP-FN).	In the former program activity architecture (PAA) structure, this program was under the Targeted Project-Based Infrastructure Funding program activity. Since this program was scheduled to sunset in 2010-11 when the PAA structure was revised the last time, the program did not become a program activity on its own under the current (PAA) structure.	Completed	June 2010
Summative Evaluation of the Infrastructure Canada Program (ICP).	In the n the former program activity architecture (PAA) structure, this program was under the Targeted Project-Based Infrastructure Funding program activity. Since this program was scheduled to sunset in 2010-11 when the PAA structure was revised the last time, the program did not become a program activity on its own under the current (PAA) structure.	Completed	October 2010
Cluster Evaluation that includes the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund (ISF), the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up (BCF-CC Top-Up) and the National Trails Coalition Fund (NTCF).	Infrastructure Stimulus Fund, Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up and National Trails Coalition	Ongoing	October 2011
Full Evaluation of the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund Program (PT-Base)	Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund	Planned	2011-12
Horizontal Design and Delivery of all Infrastructure Canada programs	All Infrastructure Canada Programs, including the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component (BCF-CC), Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component (BCF-MIC), Green Infrastructure Fund (GIF), Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF), Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF), Border Infrastructure Fund (BIF), Infrastructure Canada Program (ICP), Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund (PT-Base Fund) and Gas Tax Fund (GTF).	Planned	2011-12

G8/G20 Horizontal Initiative Table

1.Name of Horizontal Initiative: Support for the G8 Summit (2010)

2. Start Date: 2009-10

3. End Date: 2010-11

4. Total Departmental Funding Allocation (from start date to end date): $50 million

5. Description of the Horizontal Initiative (including funding agreement): This program provides funding for infrastructure projects that support the hosting of the G8 Summit in June 2010 in Huntsville, Ontario, and provides a legacy to help compensate local communities and residents as a result of hosting the Summit. The program provides $45.7 million to contribute to a safe, secure and successful hosting of the Summit. The maximum share of federal funding is up to one hundred percent (100%) of total eligible costs.

6. Governance Structure(s): All G8 projects were approved under the authority of the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, in consultation with the Minister of Industry/Minister Responsible for FedNor.

The Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities entered into contribution agreements with funding recipients. Infrastructure Canada was responsible for ensuring that projects met the program parameters, for environmental assessment, for negotiating contribution agreements, and for monitoring project activities and milestones throughout the project life cycle. Infrastructure Canada also reviewed and paid claims for eligible project costs, and reviewed and approved project reports and audits.

The recipient may be a provincial or local government. The funding recipient was responsible for ensuring that the project was completed as per the Terms and Conditions of the Contribution Agreement with Canada.

7. Department Program Activity	8. Total Allocation (from start date to end date) ($ millions)	2010-11 ($ millions)
		9. Planned Spending	10. Actual Spending	11. Expected Results	12. Results Achieved
Support for the G8 Summit (2010)	50.0	9.5	4.6	No targets were set for this program in the 2010-11 Report on Plans and Priorities, as the program was expected to be completed in 2009-10.	Since the inception of the program in 2009, Infrastructure Canada committed $45.7 million towards 32 G8 Legacy Fund projects. As of March 31, 2011, this Program Activity has been fully implemented.
Total:	50.0	9.5	4.6

13. Comments on Variances: The $50 million fund was not fully allocated. The bulk of the variance represents the amount that was not allocated to projects; a small portion represents cost savings from projects that came in under budget.

14. Contact Information: Claude Blanchette, Director General, Program Integration, Tel: (613) 948-9392, E-Mail: claude.blanchette@infc.gc.ca.

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2010-11 Departmental Performance Report

Infrastructure Canada

Table of Contents

Details of Transfer Payment Programs

Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF)

Border Infrastructure Fund (BIF)

Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF)

Gas Tax Fund (GTF)

Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund (PT-Base Fund)

Building Canada Fund-Communities Component (BCF-CC)

Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component (BCF-MIC)

Building Canada Fund-Communities Component Top-Up (BCF-CC Top-Up)

Building Canada Fund-Strategic Research and Strategic Partnership

Building Canada Fund-Feasibility and Planning Studies

Green Infrastructure Fund (GIF)

Infrastructure Stimulus Fund (ISF)

Support for the G8 Summit 2010

Horizontal Initiatives

Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF)

Border Infrastructure Fund (BIF)

Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF)

Infrastructure Canada Program (ICP)

Building Canada Fund

Green Procurement

Part A: Green Procurement Capacity Building

Performance Measures for Part A

Part B: Use of Green Consolidated Procurement Instruments

Performance Measures for Part B

Part C: Reduction Initiatives for Specific Goods (optional/where applicable)

Performance Measure for Part C

Response to Parliamentary Committees and External Audits

Internal Audits and Evaluations

Internal Audits Table

Internal Audits (current reporting period)

Evaluations Table

Evaluations (current reporting period)

G8/G20 Horizontal Initiative Table

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