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[1]. In 2003, when the PSMA Reserve Fund was established, there was a requirement to evaluate only the use of SIF funds (2004–08) rather than the whole PSMA Reserve Fund. This requirement was confirmed in 2008.
[2]. According to the Master Plan for implementing the PSMA (2006), the plan was conceived as "a strategic, rather that operational plan. It sets out the overall framework for delivering on the promise of PSMA in a complex, ever-changing environment, with multiple stakeholders, varying capacities, diverse accountabilities and significant challenges."
[3]This included: the establishment of Public Service Staffing Tribunal, the Public Service Labour Relations Board and the Canada School of Public Service, as well as changes to existing institutions such as the Public Service Commission of Canada. Also see page 20.
[4]. In 2003, when the PSMA Reserve Fund was established, there was a requirement to evaluate only the use of SIF funds (2004–08) rather than the whole PSMA Reserve Fund. This requirement was confirmed in 2008.
[5]. The Key Informant Interviews Technical Report summarizes information gathered from interviews with key informants.
[6]. The SATST was established in 2005 through the SIF to help small agencies implement the PSMA.
[7]. The PSMA implementation costs were financed through an initial allocation for preparatory work and management, the SIF Fund, and internal reallocations by departments and agencies. Costs of outputs were reported by departments and agencies on the total PSMA implementation cost rather than the SIF, making it difficult to attribute outputs to the SIF only.
[8]. Status Report of the Auditor General of Canada, February 2005
[9]. Seventeenth Annual Report to the Prime Minister on the Public Service of Canada, p. 6
[10]. Seventeenth Annual Report to the Prime Minister on the Public Service of Canada, p. 46
[11]. The Public Service Staffing Tribunal has the authority to deal with complaints related to internal appointments, layoffs, the implementation of corrective measures ordered by the Tribunal, and revocations of appointments.
[12]. A new mandate of the Public Service Labour Relations Board has been proclaimed, which includes an expansion of the existing Public Service Staff Relations Board (compensation research function and increased mediation services).
[13]. The merger of the Canadian Centre for Management Development with Training and Development Canada led to the establishment of the new Canada School of Public Service, including transfer of learning resources from the Public Service Commission of Canada for language training.
[14]. The effectiveness of implementation is a different issue than that of effectiveness of a program in meeting its expected outcomes.
[15]. Because of insufficient documentation on file, the assessment was unable to determine the consistent application of select key management controls.
[16]. Key informants indicated that Memorandums of Understanding were not signed with all participating departments and agencies.
[17]. PSMA-SIF business case guidelines and template, 2007.
[18]. PSMA-SIF business case guidelines and template, 2007, p. 6
[19]. For example, the SIF business-case guidelines short evaluation form and the SIF business-case detailed evaluation template were used.
[20]. Master Plan, PSMA, PSHRMAC, 2006
[21]. That is, to encourage PSMA initiatives that will lead to service-wide benefits, or enable shared, cumulative benefits across multiple organizations with a view to gaining efficiency and in meeting collective needs. Organizations were encouraged to seek out and pursue horizontal partnerships with other departments and agencies.
[22]. Small Agencies Transition Support Team (SATST) Final Report, March 31, 2009.
[23]. Summary of results documents for fiscal years 2005–06, 2006–07 and 2007–08.
[24]. Short- and medium-term outcomes in the logic model are organized by the SIF notional funding envelope.
[25]. A-base secure funding is sustainable funding that allows for the implementation of projects and initiatives.
[26]. "PSMA—Summary of Results from HR Portal (FY 2006–07)," October 3, 2007.
[27]. According to the Master Plan for the Implementation of the Public Service Modernization Act (2006), the document was conceived as "a strategic, rather that operational plan. The Master Plan set out the overall framework for delivering on the promise of PSMA in a complex, ever-changing environment, with multiple stakeholders, varying capacities, diverse accountabilities and significant challenges."
[28]This included: the establishment of Public Service Staffing Tribunal, the Public Service Labour Relations Board and the Canada School of Public Service, as well as changes to existing institutions such as the Public Service Commission of Canada. Also see page 20
