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Section 3: Supplementary Information

3.1  Departmental Links to Government of Canada Outcome Areas


2007–2008 ($ millions)1
  Budgetary Non-Budgetary  
Program Activity by
Strategic Outcome
Operating Capital Grants Contributions and Other Transfer Payments Gross Less: Respendable Revenue Net Loans, Investments and Advances Total Main Estimates Adjustments (Planned Spending Not in Main Estimates) Total Planned Spending
A Fair, Efficient and Competitive Marketplace2        
Policy Sector — Marketplace 8.5 0.0 0.6 9.1 9.1 9.1 9.1
Operations Sector — Marketplace 123.7 1.6 125.3 (40.3) 85.1 85.1 6.6 91.7
SITT Sector — Marketplace 38.9 3.6 6.9 49.4 49.4 49.4 0.7 50.1
Office of Consumer Affairs 3.6 0.0 1.7 5.3 5.3 5.3 5.3
Competition Bureau 47.6 1.7 49.2 (10.5) 38.7 38.7 7.0 45.7
Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) Revolving Fund 140.2 140.2 (139.1) 1.0 1.0 1.0
    Subtotal 362.5 6.9 7.4 1.7 378.5 (189.9) 188.7 188.7 14.3 203.0
An Innovative Economy3        
Policy Sector — S&T and Innovation 10.2 0.0 10.2 10.2 10.2 42.4 52.6
Industry Sector — S&T and Innovation 10.0 0.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 1.8 11.8
SITT Sector — S&T and Innovation 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 24.0 27.0
Communications Research Centre Canada 49.8 0.4 50.2 (8.7) 41.5 41.5 41.5
Technology Partnerships Canada — Special Operating Agency 36.4 0.7 293.9 331.0 331.0 331.0 66.3 397.3
    Subtotal 109.3 1.1 293.9 404.4 (8.7) 395.7 395.7 134.5 530.2
Competitive Industry and Sustainable Communities4        
Policy Sector — Economic Development 11.2 0.0 11.2 11.2 11.2 11.2
Operations Sector — Economic Development 70.8 0.7 247.0 318.6 318.6 318.6 (35.8) 282.7
Industry Sector — Economic Development 39.6 0.1 28.0 67.7 67.7 0.8 68.5 0.1 68.6
SITT Sector — Economic Development 9.5 0.0 4.0 13.5 13.5 13.5 31.2 44.8
    Subtotal 131.0 0.9 279.0 411.0 411.0 0.8 411.8 (4.6) 407.2
Total 602.8 9.0 7.4 574.6 1,193.9 (198.5) 995.3 0.8 996.1 144.3 1,140.4

  1. Minor differences are due to rounding.
  2. All program activities that support Industry Canada’s strategic outcome of a fair, efficient and competitive marketplace contribute to the achievement of the Government of Canada’s outcome of a fair and secure marketplace, and the outcome of income security and employment for Canadians.
  3. All program activities that support Industry Canada’s strategic outcome of an innovative economy contribute to the achievement of the Government of Canada’s outcome of an innovative and knowledge-based economy, and the outcome of income security and employment for Canadians.
  4. All program activities that support Industry Canada’s strategic outcome of competitive industry and sustainable communities contribute to the achievement of the Government of Canada’s outcomes of strong economic growth, income security and employment for Canadians, and a clean and healthy environment.

3.2  Financial Summary Tables


Table 1: Departmental Planned Spending and Full-Time Equivalents

($ millions)1 Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010

A Fair, Efficient and Competitive Marketplace
Policy Sector — Marketplace 9.3 9.1 10.3 8.3
Operations Sector — Marketplace 127.6 125.3 119.6 119.7
Spectrum, Information Technologies and Telecommunications Sector — Marketplace 60.2 49.4 46.4 46.4
Office of Consumer Affairs — Marketplace 5.6 5.3 4.9 4.9
Competition Bureau — Marketplace 55.8 49.2 47.7 47.7
Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) — Marketplace — Revolving Fund (7.7) 1.0 10.0 8.3
 
  Subtotal 250.8 239.32 238.9 235.2

An Innovative Economy
Policy Sector — S&T and Innovation 10.5 10.2 9.8 9.8
Industry Sector — S&T and Innovation 19.5 10.0 9.8 9.8
Spectrum, Information Technologies and Telecommunications Sector — S&T and Innovation 2.9 3.0 3.0 3.0
Communications Research Centre Canada — S&T and Innovation 53.1 50.2 47.4 47.3
Technology Partnerships Canada — S&T and Innovation 418.0 331.0 251.9 220.2
 
  Subtotal 504.0 404.4 321.9 290.1

Competitive Industry and Sustainable Communities
Policy Sector — Economic Development 11.5 11.2 10.8 10.8
Operations Sector — Economic Development 347.7 318.6 238.9 236.4
Industry Sector — Economic Development 83.9 67.7 37.2 37.2
Spectrum, Information Technologies and Telecommunications Sector — Economic Development 59.3 13.5 8.0 8.0
 
  Subtotal 502.4 411.0 294.9 292.4
 
Budgetary Main Estimates (gross) 1,257.2 1,054.7 855.7 817.7

Competitive Industry and Sustainable Communities
Industry Sector — Economic Development 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8
 
Non-Budgetary Main Estimates (gross) 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8
Less: Respendable Revenue (net of CIPO) Budgetary 59.6 59.4 59.2 59.2

Total Main Estimates 1,198.4 996.1 797.3 759.3

Adjustments:
   Supplementary Estimates:        
   Supplementary Estimates (A) 134.0
   Supplementary Estimates (B) (35.1)
      Post-Budget 2006:
   Maintaining the Effectiveness of the Competition Bureau and the Strength of Competition in Canada 7.0 7.0 7.0
   Canadian Biotechnology Strategy 1.8
   Sustainable Future for Rural and Southeastern Ontario Communities — Eastern Ontario Development Program 10.0
   Community Access Program 9.9
   Computers for Schools 4.4
   Canada Business (formerly Canada Business Service Centres) 6.5
      Budget 2006:
   Internal Audit — Treasury Board Vote 10 0.6 1.0
   Funding for Audited Financial Statement 0.4
   Support for Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc. 12.7 9.6
   Business Permits and Licences (BizPaL) 3.0 3.0 3.0
   Canada Foundation for Innovation — Leaders Opportunity Fund 20.0 20.0 20.0
   DaimlerChrysler 18.0 18.0
   CANARIE — Canada’s Advanced Research Network 24.0 24.0 24.0
      Budget 2004:
   Protection of Children from Sexual Exploitation on the Internet 0.6 0.6 0.6
   Pilot Commercialization Fund for University Research 10.0 10.0
   Pilot Commercialization Fund for Federal Labs 5.0 5.0
   Reducing Paperwork Burden for Small Business 1.0
      Budget 1999:
   Youth Employment Strategy 16.3 19.8 19.8
      Other Adjustments:
   Transfer of Aboriginal Business Canada Program (ABC) to Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (49.1) (49.1) (49.1)
      Budget Funding:
   Capital Carry Forward (December 2006) 0.6
   Canada Foundation for Innovation — Leaders Opportunity Fund 6.7 6.7 6.7
   Pilot Commercialization Fund for University Research 0.9 2.4 12.4
   Pilot Commercialization Fund for Federal Labs (0.2) 1.0 6.0
   Support for Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc. 23.3 (9.6)
   DaimlerChrysler 13.0 (3.0)
 
Total Adjustments 99.8 144.3 71.9 51.3

Total Planned Spending 1,298.2 1,140.4 869.1 810.6


Total Planned Spending 1,298.2 1,140.4 869.1 810.6
Less: Non-Respendable Revenue (421.0) (456.3) (520.2) (504.4)
Plus: Cost of Services Received Without Charge 79.7 78.2 75.6 76.1

Total Departmental Spending 956.9 762.3 424.5 382.3


Full-Time Equivalents 6,076 6,055 6,050 6,034


  1. Minor differences are due to rounding.
  2. 2007–2008 planned spending by strategic outcome in this table corresponds with the gross amount in the table in Section 3.1. The one exception is for the strategic outcome “A Fair, Efficient and Competitive Marketplace,” which excludes the respendable revenue associated with CIPO as follows: $239.3M + $139.1M = $378.5M.

Note: Table 1 provides information on Industry Canada’s planned spending and full-time equivalents (FTEs) for the next three fiscal years. Forecasted spending for 2006–2007 is also provided for illustrative purposes. As can be seen in the table, it is expected that planned spending will decrease in 2007–2008 and subsequent years, as compared with 2006–2007. In particular, the projected net decrease of $194.6 million in 2007–2008 from 2006–2007 is mainly due to sunsetting of funding for various initiatives as well as savings from the Expenditure Review Committee. The projected decrease in capital expenditures is mainly due to sunsetting of funding but is partly offset by internal transfers from the Operating Vote.



Table 2: Voted and Statutory Items Listed in Main Estimates

2007–2008 ($ millions)1
Voted or Statutory Item     Truncated Vote or Statutory Wording 2007–2008
Main Estimates
2006–2007
Main Estimates

1 Operating expenditures 345.3 420.9
5 Capital expenditures 9.0 12.9
10 Grants and contributions 488.3 607.1
(S) Minister of Industry salary and motor car allowance 0.1 0.1
(S) Insurance payments under the Enterprise Development Regional Development Program 0.0 10.0
(S) Canadian Intellectual Property Office Revolving Fund 1.0 (7.7)
(S) Liabilities under the Small Business Loans Act 1.8 4.0
(S) Liabilities under the Canada Small Business Financing Act 92.0 89.5
(S) Contributions to employee benefit plans 57.8 60.8
 
  Total Budgetary 995.3 1,197.6
L15 Payments pursuant to Subsection 14(2) of the Department of Industry Act 0.3 0.3
L20 Loans pursuant to Paragraph 14(1)(a) of the Department of Industry Act 0.5 0.5
 
  Total Non-Budgetary 0.8 0.8

  Total Department 996.1 1,198.4


  1. Minor differences are due to rounding.

Note: The overall decrease of $202 million in 2007–2008 compared to 2006–2007 Main Estimates is mainly due to the sunsetting of funding for various initiatives as well as savings from the Expenditure Review Committee. The decrease in capital expenditures is mainly due to the sunsetting of funding but is partly offset by internal transfers from the Operating Vote.


Table 3: Services Received Without Charge

2007–2008
($ millions)1 Total

Accommodation provided by Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) 51.5
Contributions covering employer’s share of employees’ insurance premiums and expenditures paid by Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (excluding revolving funds) 21.9
Workers’ compensation coverage provided by Human Resources and Social Development Canada 0.4
Salary and associated expenditures of legal services provided by the Department of Justice Canada 4.5

Total 2007–2008 Services Received Without Charge 78.2


  1. Minor differences are due to rounding.


Table 4: Summary of Capital Spending by Program Activity

($ millions)1 Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010

A Fair, Efficient and Competitive Marketplace
Policy Sector — Marketplace 0.2 0.0 0.0 0.0
Operations Sector — Marketplace 2.8 1.6 0.8 0.7
Spectrum, Information Technologies and Telecommunications Sector — Marketplace 9.2 4.3 0.1 0.1
Office of Consumer Affairs — Marketplace 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0
Competition Bureau — Marketplace 2.7 1.7 1.8 0.8
 
Subtotal       15.1 7.6 2.7 1.6

An Innovative Economy
Policy Sector — S&T and Innovation 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0
Industry Sector — S&T and Innovation 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0
Communications Research Centre Canada — S&T and Innovation 7.6 0.4 0.4 0.4
Technology Partnerships Canada — S&T and Innovation — Special Operating Agency 4.0 0.7 0.4 0.4
 
Subtotal       11.9 1.1 0.7 0.7

Competitive Industry and Sustainable Communities
Policy Sector — Economic Development 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0
Operations Sector — Economic Development 3.4 0.7 0.4 0.4
Industry Sector — Economic Development 0.9 0.1 0.1 0.1
Spectrum, Information Technologies and Telecommunications Sector — Economic Development 0.3 0.0 0.0 0.0
 
Subtotal       4.7 0.9 0.6 0.6

Total 31.6 9.6 4.0 2.9


  1. Minor differences are due to rounding.


Table 5: Loans, Investments and Advances (Non-Budgetary)

($ millions)1 Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010

Competitive Industry and Sustainable Communities
Industry Sector — Economic Development
   Payments Pursuant to Subsection 14(2)
   of the Department of Industry Act
0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3
   Loans Pursuant to Paragraph 14(1)(a)
   of the Department of Industry Act
0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5

Total 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8


  1. Minor differences are due to rounding.


Table 6: Sources of Respendable and Non-Respendable Revenue
Respendable Revenue
($ millions)1 Forecast
Revenue
2006–2007
Planned
Revenue
2007–2008
Planned
Revenue
2008–2009
Planned
Revenue
2009–2010

A Fair, Efficient and Competitive Marketplace
Operations Sector — Marketplace
  Bankruptcy and Insolvency Administration 31.9 31.9 31.9 31.9
  Corporations Regulation 8.6 8.4 8.1 8.1
Competition Bureau — Marketplace
  Competition Law and Policy 10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5
Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) — Marketplace — Revolving Fund 133.7 139.1 135.1 135.8
 
Subtotal           184.7 189.9 185.6 186.3
An Innovative Economy
Communications Research Centre Canada
  Communications Research 8.7 8.7 8.7 8.7
 
Subtotal           8.7 8.7 8.7 8.7

Total Respendable Revenue 193.4 198.5 194.3 195.0



Non-Respendable Revenue
($ millions)1 Forecast
Revenue
2006–2007
Planned
Revenue
2007–2008
Planned
Revenue
2008–2009
Planned
Revenue
2009–2010

A Fair, Efficient and Competitive Marketplace
Operations Sector — Marketplace
  Bankruptcy and Insolvency Supervision 3.3 4.1 5.6 7.6
  Corporations Regulation (including NUANS®) 1.9 2.8 3.1 3.1
  Trade Measurement Regulation 1.8 1.6 1.6 1.6
  Consumer Labelling and Advertising Regulation 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1
SITT Sector — Marketplace2 216.8 210.9 210.8 210.7
 
Subtotal           223.9 219.6 221.3 223.2
An Innovative Economy
Communications Research Centre Canada
  Communications Research 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5
Technology Partnerships Canada — Special Operating Agency
  Receipts from Repayable Contributions 76.7 101.8 168.5 154.7
 
Subtotal           78.2 103.3 170.0 156.2
Competitive Industry and Sustainable Communities
Operations Sector — Economic Development
  SBLA/CSBFA Service Fees 59.9 59.3 58.5 58.0
  Receipts from Repayable Contributions 11.4 12.0 4.7 4.4
  Return on Investment 14.8 21.0 21.0 20.9
Industry Sector — Economic Development
  Receipts from Repayable Contributions 32.8 41.1 44.8 41.8
 
Subtotal           118.9 133.5 129.0 125.1

Total Non-Respendable Revenue 421.0 456.3 520.2 504.4


Total Respendable and
Non-Respendable Revenue
614.4 654.9 714.5 699.4


  1. Minor differences are due to rounding.
  2. Excludes “Deferred Spectrum Auction Revenues” received in prior years.


Table 7: Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) Revolving Fund
Statement of Operations
($ millions)1 Forecast
2006–2007
Planned
2007–2008
Planned
2008–2009
Planned
2009–2010

Respendable Revenue 129.3 140.8 146.7 147.0

Expenses
Operating:
  Salaries and employee benefits 87.5 94.9 99.4 99.1
  Depreciation 15.1 8.8 7.8 8.9
  Repairs and maintenance 1.1 1.2 1.2 1.3
  Administrative and support services 21.0 25.9 26.3 25.4
  Utilities, materials and supplies 10.9 11.0 11.0 11.1
  Marketing        
  Interest        
 
Total Expenses 135.6 141.8 145.7 145.8
 
Subtotal Surplus (Deficit) (6.3) (1.0) 1.0 1.2
  Deferred capital assistance 6.4 1.6 0.0 0.0

Surplus (Deficit) 0.1 0.6 1.0 1.2



Statement of Cash Flows
($ millions)1 Forecast
2006–2007
Planned
2007–2008
Planned
2008–2009
Planned
2009–2010

Surplus (Deficit) 0.1 0.6 1.0 1.2

Add Non-Cash Items:
  Depreciation/amortization 15.1 8.8 7.8 8.9
  Deferred capital assistance (6.4) (1.6) 0.0 0.0
Investing Activities:
  Acquisition of depreciable assets (6.0) (8.0) (8.0) (8.0)
  Changes in short- and long-term assets/liabilities 4.9 (0.9) (10.8) (10.4)

Cash Surplus (Requirement)2 7.7 -1.1 -10.0 -8.3



Projected Use of Authority
($ millions)1 Forecast
2006–2007
Planned
2007–2008
Planned
2008–2009
Planned
2009–2010

Authority 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
Drawdown:
  Balance as at April 1 122.8 80.5 79.4 69.4
  One-time reduction (excess reserve)3 (50.0)
  Projected surplus (drawdown) 7.7 (1.1) (10.0) (8.3)
 
  80.5 79.4 69.4 61.1

Projected Balance at March 31 85.5 84.4 74.4 66.1


  1. Minor differences are due to rounding.
  2. The cash requirement relates to the decrease of deferred revenues attributable to services rendered in the planning years that were already paid for in previous years when the services were requested.
  3. From budget cuts on September 25, 2006.


Table 8: Resource Requirement by Branch or Sector

2007–2008
($ millions)1 A Fair, Efficient and Competitive Marketplace An Innovative Economy Competitive Industry and Sustainable Communities Total
Planned
Spending

Policy Sector 9.1 52.6 11.2 72.9
Operations Sector 91.7 282.7 374.4
Industry Sector 11.8 68.6 80.3
Spectrum, Information Technologies and Telecommunications Sector 50.1 27.0 44.7 121.8
Communications Research Centre Canada 41.5 41.5
Technology Partnerships Canada — Special Operating Agency 397.3 397.3
Office of Consumer Affairs 5.3 5.3
Competition Bureau 45.7 45.7
Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) Revolving Fund 1.0 1.0

Total 203.0 530.2 407.2 1,140.4


  1. Minor differences are due to rounding.

Table 9: User Fees


Competition Bureau
Name of User Fee
Written Options (Fee Amendment)
Fee Type: Good and Services

Fee-Setting Authority: Department of Industry Act, Competition Bureau Fee and Service Standards Policy

Reason for Fee Introduction or Amendment: The fees for Written Opinion requests related to sections 55 and 55.1 (Multi-level Marketing and Pyramid Selling) and 74.01(1)(b) (Representations not based on adequate and proper test) may no longer be appropriate.

Effective Date of Planned Change: The change would take effect late in fiscal year 2007–2008.

Consultation and Review Process Planned: There is a consultation forum planned for spring 2007.



SITT — Spectrum/Telecom Program
Name of User Fee
Spectrum Licence Fees for Broadband Public Safety (4940–4990 MHz) (New Fee)
Fee Type: Regulatory

Fee-Setting Authority: Radiocommunication Act, Department of Industry Act, Financial Administration Act

Reason for Fee Introduction or Amendment: Public safety agencies will have access to dedicated broadband spectrum in the 4940–4990 MHz frequency band for public safety communications and the implementation of advanced services.

Effective Date of Planned Change: The fee is anticipated to be introduced in late 2007–2008.

Consultation and Review Process Planned: Two public consultations have been completed. It is anticipated that the proposed fee will be reviewed by Parliament under the User Fees Act in late 2006–2007.
Name of User Fee
Fixed and Broadcast Satellite Licences (Fee Amendment)
Fee Type: Regulatory

Fee-Setting Authority: Radiocommunication Act, Department of Industry Act, Financial Administration Act

Reason for Fee Introduction or Amendment: Amended fees will aim at recovering a fair value for the use of the orbital and spectrum resources.

Effective Date of Planned Change: In light of the User Fees Act, the original implementation date has been delayed. It is anticipated that the resulting fee regime will take effect in 2008.

Consultation and Review Process Planned: The consultation process has been delayed, as more market analysis needs to be done.
Name of User Fee
Spectrum Licence Fees for Authorizing an Ancillary Terrestrial Component (ATC) in the Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) (New Fee)
Fee Type: Regulatory

Fee-Setting Authority: Radiocommunication Act, Department of Industry Act, Financial Administration Act

Reason for Fee Introduction or Amendment: A spectrum licence fee will be established for a new service that will be introduced.

Effective Date of Planned Change: Fees are anticipated to be introduced in 2008–2009.

Consultation and Review Process Planned: The consultation process is expected to begin in 2007–2008.


Table 10: Industry Canada’s Regulatory Plan


Regulatory Initiative
Insolvency Law Reform (Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and Companies’ Creditors Arrangements Act)
Regulations Expected Results
Bill C-55, An Act to establish the Wage Earner Protection Program Act, to amend the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act and to make consequential amendments to other Acts (now Chapter 47 of the Statutes of Canada, 2005 (c.47)) received royal assent in November 2005. The expedited legislative process pursuant to which c.47 received royal assent resulted in flaws that must be addressed prior to coming into force.

The Department has identified the necessary technical amendments to correct the flaws.
The Department will propose technical amendments to correct the flaws. If a bill is introduced, the Department would act as a witness during Committee hearings and to support the Committees during their review of the amending legislation.
Regulatory Initiative
Statutory Review of the Canada Business Corporations Act
Regulations Expected Results
In 2001, Bill S-11, which reformed and updated the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA), was amended during third reading in the Senate to mandate a review of the CBCA by a Parliamentary Committee within five years of it coming into force. The five-year anniversary date was on November 24, 2006. Following the review by the Parliamentary Committee, the Department would assist the Committee in any way the Committee deems appropriate.
Regulatory Initiative
Statutorily Mandated Review of Canada’s Access to Medicines Regime (CAMR)
Regulations Expected Results
The Department will proceed with the statutorily mandated review of the provisions in the Patent Act relating to Canada’s Access to Medicines Regime (CAMR). The review will examine whether and how CAMR can better deliver on Canada’s commitment to facilitating access to medicines in the developing world, while meeting its international trade obligations and respecting the integrity of the domestic patent system.
Regulatory Initiative
Olympics Bill
Regulations Expected Results
The Department will examine the possibility of legislation to provide additional protection for Olympic marks and symbols, in the context of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Vancouver. Such legislation would help protect Olympic brands and so contribute to the financial success of the Games.



Table 11: Details on Project Spending

($ millions) Current Estimated Total Cost Forecast Spending to
March 31, 2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Future Year Spending Requirement

An Innovative Economy
Communications Research Centre Canada
   Canada Laboratory for Photonic
   Components and Systems
   Research, construction phase
   beginning March 2005


7.8    


7.8    


0.0    


0.0    


—      


—      

Total 7.8     7.8     0.0     0.0     —       —      



Table 12: Details on Industry Canada’s Transfer Payment Programs

The following is a list by strategic outcome of Industry Canada’s transfer payment programs with transfers in excess of $5 million. Further information on each of the programs listed below, including the purpose and expected results, can be found at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat website.

  1. A Fair, Efficient and Competitive Marketplace
    • International Telecommunication Union, Switzerland
  2. An Innovative Economy
    • Pilot Commercialization Fund for University Research
    • h2 Early Adopters Program
    • Program for Strategic Industrial Projects
    • Technology Partnerships Canada — Research and Development Program
  3. Competitive Industry and Sustainable Communities
    • Aboriginal Business Canada
    • Canada-Ontario Infrastructure Program
    • Canadian Apparel and Textile Industries Program
    • Community Access Program
    • FedNor — Community Futures Program
    • FedNor — Eastern Ontario Development Program
    • FedNor — Northern Ontario Development Program
    • Structured Financing Facility
  4. Details on Other Programs
    • Canada Small Business Financing Program

A Fair, Efficient and Competitive Marketplace


International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Switzerland

Start Date: 1932–1933 End Date: December 31, 2007

Description
Canada is signatory to the ITU treaty agreement negotiated every four years at a plenipotentiary conference, in accordance with its treaty obligations of the ITU Constitution and Convention. Canada’s membership, contribution and standing in the ITU, and its involvement in related events, allow us to achieve results internationally across a broad range of issues affecting radiocommunication, standardization and telecommunication development. Canada’s contribution to the ITU is commensurate with its international standing and commitment to the United Nations and UN specialized agencies.
Strategic Outcome
A fair, efficient and competitive marketplace
Expected Result
  • Membership allows Canada to achieve results across a broad range of issues affecting the international management of radio frequency spectrum and satellite orbits, the efficient and timely production of international standards, and the facilitation of connectivity in developing countries to help bridge the digital divide to the benefit of Canadian users and producers of telecommunication services and equipment
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: SITT — Marketplace
   Total Grants $6.8 $6.8 $6.8 $6.8
Total Program Activity $6.8 $6.8 $6.8 $6.8
Planned Audits and Evaluations: Not applicable


An Innovative Economy


Pilot Commercialization Fund for University Research

Start Date: Fiscal Year 2006–2007 End Date: Fiscal Year 2010–2011

Description
Budget 2004 set aside $50 million over five years for a pilot fund to improve the commercialization capacity and performance of Canadian universities and research hospitals by bringing market and business expertise to the technology transfer activities in these institutions. The budget also set aside $25 million over five years to strengthen the commercialization performed in federal labs; however, only the $50 million Pilot Commercialization Fund for University Research is being established as a transfer payment program.
Strategic Outcome
An innovative economy
Expected Results
  • Increased availability of private sector advice, direction and management skills related to the identification and realization of the commercial potential of intellectual property (IP) emanating from universities and research hospitals
  • Increased activity related to commercializing IP among participating institutions
  • Increased knowledge and understanding of the factors and methods critical to the successful commercialization of IP emanating from public research institutions
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: Science and Innovation Sector
   Total Contributions $10.2 $11.9 $12.0
Total Program Activity $10.2 $11.9 $12.0
Planned Audits and Evaluations
Recipient audits are planned for each year of the pilot program.



h2 Early Adopters Program

Start Date: October 9, 2003 End Date: March 31, 2008

Description
The program provided funding support for strategic research and development, and demonstration projects that will produce economic, social and environmental benefits to Canadians.
Strategic Outcome
An innovative economy
Expected Results
  • Acceleration of the market’s adoption of hydrogen and hydrogen-compatible technologies
  • Leverage of private sector R&D investment
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: Technology Partnerships Canada
   Total Contributions $7.4 $5.2
Total Program Activity $7.4 $5.2
Planned Audits and Evaluations
The program will conduct recipient audits during the reporting period. The timing is still to be confirmed. A summative evaluation will be conducted in two phases. Phase 1 of the evaluation will be completed in 2006–2007, and Phase 2 will be completed in 2007–2008.



Program for Strategic Industrial Projects (PSIP)

Start Date: October 3, 2005 End Date: March 31, 2011

Description
The program provides a framework within which a variety of larger strategic investment projects may be administered. Projects will normally be individually funded, in whole or in part, from the fiscal framework. PSIP will contribute to the achievement of Canada’s objectives of increasing economic growth, creating jobs and wealth, and supporting sustainable development. It advances government initiatives by investing strategically in industrial research, pre-competitive development, and technology adaptation and adoption to encourage private sector investments.
Strategic Outcome
An innovative economy
Expected Results
  • Improved technological capability, and economic benefits to suppliers
  • Sustainable industrial development in the automotive sector
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: Technology Partnerships Canada
   Total Contributions $39.5 $112.0 $56.5 $9.8
Total Program Activity $39.5 $112.0 $56.5 $9.8
Planned Audits and Evaluations: Not applicable



Technology Partnerships Canada — Research and Development Program

Start Date: March 11, 1996 End Date: December 31, 2006

Description
The program provided funding support for strategic research and development, and demonstration projects to produce economic, social and environmental benefits to Canadians. The terms and conditions for this program expired December 31, 2006.
Strategic Outcome
An innovative economy
Expected Results
  • Leverage of private sector R&D investment
  • Increased skills, knowledge and competencies in Canadian companies
  • Repayments recycled into program funds
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: Technology Partnerships Canada
   Total Contributions $343.8 $241.9 $186.4 $186.4
Total Program Activity $343.8 $241.9 $186.4 $186.4
Planned Audits and Evaluations
The program will conduct recipient audits during the reporting period. The timing is still to be confirmed.


Competitive Industry and Sustainable Communities


Aboriginal Business Canada (ABC) Programs

Start Date: July 1989 End Date: June 30, 2008

Description
ABC provides financial assistance, information, resource materials and referrals to other possible sources of financing or business support. ABC provides repayable and non-repayable contributions. Most contributions, because of their size, are non-repayable. A contribution is a conditional payment. Money has to be accounted for and it is subject to audit.

Clients must be individuals of Canadian Indian (on- or off-reserve), Métis or Inuit heritage, or majority-owned Aboriginal organizations or development corporations. ABC also works in partnership with Aboriginal financial and business organizations, and with a range of other agencies, boards and departments, on initiatives that are helping to strengthen business skills and promote greater awareness of Aboriginal business achievement. In this way, ABC is working toward the shared goal of an inclusive and prosperous economy for all Canadians.
Strategic Outcome
Competitive industry and sustainable communities
Expected Result
  • Maximize Aboriginal people’s participation in the economy through support for the creation and expansion of viable businesses in Canada that are owned and controlled by Aboriginal people
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: Operations Sector — Economic Development
   Total Contributions* $13.3 $37.3 $37.3 $37.3
Total Program Activity $13.3 $37.3 $37.3 $37.3
Planned Audits and Evaluations: Not applicable

* Order in Council P.C. 2006-1351 of November 22, 2006 transferred the responsibility for Aboriginal Business Canada programs (ABC) to the Department of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) effective December 1, 2006. Planned spending figures for 2007–2008, 2008–2009 and 2009–2010 will be adjusted in the 2007–2008 Supplementary Estimates and in the 2008–2009 Annual Reference Level Update (ARLU) to reflect the transfer of funding to INAC.



Canada-Ontario Infrastructure Program (COIP)

Start Date: October 25, 2000 End Date: March 31, 2009

Description
COIP uses a competitive process to provide funding assistance to municipalities for the construction, renewal, expansion or material enhancement of infrastructure that will contribute to improving the quality of life for Ontarians and to building the foundation for sustained, long-term economic growth in the 21st century.
Strategic Outcome
Competitive industry and sustainable communities
Expected Result
  • Improved community infrastructure in Ontario
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: Operations Sector — Economic Development
   Total Contributions $94.2 $55.8
Total Program Activity $94.2 $55.8
Planned Audits and Evaluations
A program audit and project audits will be conducted for Canada-Ontario Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (COMRIF). Approximately 50 project audits will be conducted for COIP.



Canadian Apparel and Textile Industries Program (CATIP)

Start Date: January 1, 2003 End Date: March 31, 2010

Description
The objective of CATIP is to assist Canadian apparel and textile firms with initiatives that will help to maximize productivity, identify high-value niche markets, improve e-commerce initiatives, enhance global marketing and branding strategies, and facilitate access to capital. The program has a firm component (private sector applicants) and a national initiatives component (non-profit industry associations that represent either the apparel or textile sectors on a national scale). The CATIP firm component was closed in 2005. Since 2004, the program has also had a production efficiency component (CANtex) targeted toward textile producers and, in 2006, introduced a transformative component for textile companies wanting to reorient at least a portion of their current textile production from lesser-value-added products to higher-value-added textile products targeted at growth niche markets.
Strategic Outcome
Competitive industry and sustainable communities
Expected Result
  • Increased competitiveness of Canadian apparel and textile firms
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: Industry Sector — Economic Development
   Total Contributions $8.9 $5.5 $2.2 $2.2
Total Program Activity $8.9 $5.5 $2.2 $2.2
Planned Audits and Evaluations
A compliance audit is scheduled for 2007–2008. A summative evaluation is scheduled for 2009–2010.



Community Access Program (CAP)

Start Date: October 1994 End Date: March 31, 2007*

CAP was to end on March 31, 2006. The program received Treasury Board approval for a reduced level of operating funds for 2006–2007. Pending conversion of some of the funding to the grants and contributions vote, planned expenditures for grants and contributions remain at zero.

The government is presently reviewing the future of the Community Access Program, and a decision about future spending will be forthcoming.
Description
Starting in the 1995–1996 fiscal year, CAP was established under the government’s Connecting Canadians initiative to provide affordable access to the Internet and the services and tools it provides. The program’s goal was to have all Canadians and communities participate fully in the knowledge-based economy. CAP sites are located in schools, libraries, community centres and friendship centres, and they operate through partnerships with provincial/territorial governments and not-for-profit organizations.
Strategic Outcome
Competitive industry and sustainable communities
Expected Result
  • Improved access to the Internet for Canadians most affected by the digital divide, with particular emphasis on First Nations, remote and rural communities
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: SITT — Economic Development
   Total Contributions $26.6 $7.7
Total Program Activity $26.6 $7.7
Planned Audits and Evaluations: Not applicable



FedNor — Community Futures Program (Ontario)

Start Date: 1986 End Date: October 2, 2010

Description
The Community Futures Program assists communities to successfully pursue economic stability, growth and job creation; diversified and competitive local rural economies; and sustainable communities.

Community Futures organizations receive support for the following activities: providing access to capital to SMEs, social enterprises and entrepreneurs; fostering strategic planning and socio-economic development; providing services to local businesses; and supporting community-based projects.
Strategic Outcome
Competitive industry and sustainable communities
Expected Result
  • Improved competitiveness and/or sustainability of communities and key sectors in rural Ontario
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: Operations Sector — Economic Development
   Total Contributions $20.2 $20.9 $21.4 $21.8
Total Program Activity $20.2 $20.9 $21.4 $21.8
Planned Audits and Evaluations
An internal audit is scheduled for 2008–2009. A summative evaluation is scheduled for 2007–2008.



FedNor — Eastern Ontario Development Program (EODP)

Start Date: October 12, 2004 End Date: March 31, 2008*

* Funding for 2007–2008 is subject to approval from Treasury Board.
Description
EODP promotes socio-economic development in rural Eastern Ontario, leading to a competitive and diversified regional economy and contributing to the successful development of business and job opportunities, as well as sustainable self-reliant communities.
Strategic Outcome
Competitive industry and sustainable communities
Expected Result
  • Improved competitiveness and/or sustainability of communities and key sectors in Eastern Ontario
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: Operations Sector — Economic Development
   Total Contributions $9.6 $10.0
Total Program Activity $9.6 $10.0
Planned Audits and Evaluations
A summative evaluation is planned during 2007–2008.



FedNor — Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP)

Start Date: April 1, 1996 End Date: June 30, 2011

Description
NODP promotes economic development, diversification, job creation, and sustainable, self-reliant communities in Northern Ontario. This program uses an integrated approach that considers economic, social, cultural and environmental dimensions of development, builds on the assets and strengths of communities, and helps create an environment where businesses can thrive, and maximize the potential of Northern Ontario to succeed in the knowledge-based economy.
Strategic Outcome
Competitive industry and sustainable communities
Expected Result
  • Improved competitiveness and/or sustainability of communities and key sectors in Northern Ontario
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: Operations Sector — Economic Development
   Total Contributions $36.9 $36.4 $36.3 $36.3
Total Program Activity $36.9 $36.4 $36.3 $36.3
Planned Audits and Evaluations
A formative evaluation is scheduled to be completed by March 31, 2008, and a summative evaluation is scheduled to be completed by March 31, 2011.



Structured Financing Facility (SFF)

Start Date: September 13, 2001 End Date: March 31, 2008

Description
This program stimulates economic activities in the Canadian shipbuilding and industrial marine industry by providing financial assistance to buyers/lessees of Canadian-built ships.
Strategic Outcome
Competitive industry and sustainable communities
Expected Results
  • Increased awareness and knowledge of SFF benefits
  • Increased use of SFF by Canadian/foreign buyers or lessees
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: Industry Sector — Economic Development
   Total Contributions $11.3 $21.5
Total Program Activity $11.3 $21.5
Planned Audits and Evaluations
A summative evaluation is planned for 2007–2008.


Details on Other Programs

Industry Canada is responsible for the Canada Small Business Financing (CSBF) Program. This program does not provide grants and contributions; therefore, it is not reported in the table “Details on Transfer Payments Programs.” The CSBF Program is included under the business line “Industry Sector Development.”


Canada Small Business Financing Program

Start Date: 1961 End Date: Ongoing

Description
Loan loss-sharing program, in partnership with financial institutions, designed to increase access to financing for Canadian SMEs.
Strategic Outcome
Competitive industry and sustainable communities
Expected Results
  • Access to debt financing for SMEs
  • Awareness of and satisfaction with CSBF Program on the part of participating lenders
($ millions) Forecast
Spending
2006–2007
Planned
Spending
2007–2008
Planned
Spending
2008–2009
Planned
Spending
2009–2010
Program Activity: Operations Sector — Economic Development
   Total Other Types of Transfer Payments (Statutory Payments) $89.5 $92.0 $84.1 $83.6
Total Program Activity $89.5 $92.0 $84.1 $83.6
Planned Audits and Evaluations: Not applicable

Table 13: Industry Canada Conditional Grants (Foundations)

Industry Canada is responsible for administering funding agreements with the following foundations. Further information on these foundations can be found at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat website.

  1. An Innovative Economy
    • Canada Foundation for Innovation
    • Canadian Institute for Advanced Research
    • CANARIE — CA*net 5
    • Council of Canadian Academies
    • Genome Canada
    • Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation
    • Precarn Incorporated, Phase 4
  2. Competitive Industry and Sustainable Communities
    • Canadian Youth Business Foundation

An Innovative Economy


Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI)

Start Date: April 25, 1997 End Date: 2010 Total Funding ($ millions)
$3,730.0

Description
The CFI is an arm’s length, independent corporation that funds research infrastructure. The CFI’s mandate is to strengthen the capacity of Canadian universities, colleges, research hospitals and non-profit research institutions to carry out world-class research and technology development that benefits Canadians.
Strategic Outcome
An innovative economy
Summary of Annual Plans of Recipient

CFI’s objectives for 2007–2008 are to:
  • Plan and monitor investments in collaboration with partners and stakeholders
  • Plan and collaboratively invest in state-of-the-art research infrastructure to support world-class research that spurs innovation and improves competitiveness
  • Implement strategic cross-disciplinary investments to meet national infrastructure needs
  • Contribute to Canada’s international leadership position by strengthening existing investments in research infrastructure
  • Maintain strong accountability mechanisms, including evaluations
Planned Audits and Evaluations

CFI has scheduled the following third-party evaluation activities for 2007–2008:
  • New Opportunities Fund evaluation to be finalized by March 2007
  • International Fund interim evaluation to begin in 2007
  • Innovation Fund final evaluation to begin in 2007
  • Implementation of a new evaluation approach: Outcome Assessment Visits
Other evaluation activities include:
  • Annual analysis of project progress reports from more than 3,100 projects
  • A performance evaluation of the CFI (in compliance with CFI’s Funding Agreement)



Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIAR)

Start Date: April 1, 2002 End Date: March 31, 2007 Total Funding ($ millions)
$25.0

Description
CIAR is a not-for-profit corporation that supports networks of some of the best Canadian and international researchers in conducting long-term research on scientific, social and economic issues of vital importance to Canada.
Strategic Outcome
An innovative economy
Summary of Annual Plans of Recipient
In 2007–2008, CIAR plans to continue to support its existing research programs in earth system evolution; evolutionary biology; cosmology and gravity; nanoelectronics; quantum information processing; experience-based brain and biological development; genetic networks; institutions, organizations and growth; neural computation and adaptive perception; quantum materials; social interactions, identity and well-being; and successful societies. CIAR plans to continue its effective communications and outreach work.
Planned Audits and Evaluations
An evaluation of CIAR was completed in March 2005. There are currently no additional reviews planned for the reporting period.



CANARIE — CA*net 5

Start Date: March 2007 End Date: March 31, 2012 Total Funding ($ millions)
$120.0

Description
CANARIE develops, operates and maintains CA*net 5, Canada’s next-generation advanced research network. CA*net 5 provides researchers across Canada with high-speed, optical networking capability.
Strategic Outcome
An innovative economy
Summary of Annual Plans of Recipient
CANARIE plans for CA*net 5 include network operation and technology development to maintain CA*net 5 as a leading-edge research network. CANARIE will continue to operate and develop the next-generation network and increase access to CA*net 5 through collaborative arrangements with provincial/territorial and regional research networks. This will enable the country’s researchers to participate in research activities across Canada and around the world.
Planned Audits and Evaluations
A compliance audit is planned for 2007–2008.



Council of Canadian Academies (CCA)

Start Date: July 2005 End Date: 2015 Total Funding ($ millions)
$30.0

Description
The Council of Canadian Academies (CCA) is an arm’s length, not-for-profit organization that was established to assess the state of scientific knowledge underpinning key public policy issues. Its founding members are the Royal Society of Canada, the Canadian Academy of Engineering and the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences. The Government of Canada provided a $30 million one-time conditional grant in July 2005 from Budget 2005, which entitles the government to five assessments per year at no additional cost. Each assessment will likely take 18 months to two years to complete.
Strategic Outcome
An innovative economy
Summary of Annual Plans of Recipient
The CCA conducted its first assessment on Canada’s science and technology strengths in the summer of 2006 and published the results of the study in The State of Science & Technology in Canada (September 2006). In early 2007, the CCA will launch three new assessments on gas hydrate research, groundwater and nanotechnology. The assessments undertaken for the federal government will normally not contain specific policy recommendations. Rather, they will report on the relevant science — identifying both what is known (or at least strongly believed) and where there are gaps in our knowledge. Such findings will be relevant for policy decisions in cases where scientific factors play a significant role.
Planned Audits and Evaluations
The Minister of Industry has undertaken to ensure that a compliance audit is conducted by June 30, 2007 (the audit, originally scheduled to be completed by December 31, 2006, was postponed because of initial delays in setting up the Council).

The Minister has undertaken to ensure that a value-for-money audit is performed at least once during the period of April 1, 2005, to March 31, 2010.



Genome Canada

Start Date: March 2000 End Date: March 2008 Total Funding ($ millions)
$0.6

Description
Genome Canada is an independent corporation with five regional genomics centres across Canada. Genome Canada, the primary funding and information resource concerned with genomics and proteomics in Canada, is enabling Canada to become a world leader in key areas such as agriculture, environment, fisheries, forestry, health and new technology development, as well as ethical, environmental, economic, legal, and social issues related to genomics (GE3LS).
Strategic Outcome
An innovative economy
Summary of Annual Plans of Recipient
The 2006–2009 period will focus on the following: elaborating Canada’s world-class research strength in life sciences through continued investment in large-scale genomics and proteomics research projects; and continuing to provide information and education on genomics and proteomics to the public.

Genome Canada will continue to develop regional and sectoral strengths, contribute to the sustainability of traditional industries, leverage international dollars and knowledge through international consortia, create products and jobs, contribute to the “brain gain,” make cost-effective world-class S&T platforms available to the genomics research community, and contribute to health and environmental improvements.
Planned Audits and Evaluations
There are no planned audits or evaluations.



Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation

Start Date: March 31, 2002 End Date: Ongoing Total Funding ($ millions)
$125.0

Description
To support research and the dissemination of research findings in the humanities and human sciences, such as Canadian studies, history, international relations, journalism, law, peace and conflict studies, philosophy, political economy, political science, sociology, and urban and community studies.
Strategic Outcome
An innovative economy
Summary of Annual Plans of Recipient
In 2007–2008, the Foundation will issue the following awards: 5 fellowships, 15 scholarships and 12 mentorships. In fall 2007, the Foundation will host an academic conference to promote the dissemination of research findings.
Planned Audits and Evaluations
The first evaluation of the Foundation is due March 2009. After the first evaluation, one is required every five years thereafter.



Precarn Incorporated, Phase 4

Start Date: April 1, 2005 End Date: March 2010 Total Funding ($ millions)
$20.0

Description
Precarn is Canada’s national organization for the development and commercialization of intelligent systems and robotics. In the model Precarn uses for commercializing R&D, a private-sector technology developer enters into a collaborative relationship with both an end-user of the technology and a university or research institute.
Strategic Outcome
An innovative economy
Summary of Annual Plans of Recipient
Precarn plans to upgrade the global competitiveness and innovation capacity of Canadian companies by structuring and managing collaborative R&D partnerships among technology-development companies, Canada’s leading university researchers, and end-system users that can test and prove the prototype in real-life settings.

It will also help companies to manage the risk of developing new products by using a thorough peer review to vet proposals and ensuring that developers get feedback from first-time users.

The organization will supply Canadian firms with key talent and future employees through Precarn’s long-standing relationship with co-op programs in universities and colleges.
Planned Audits and Evaluations
A compliance audit for Phase 4 was completed and submitted to Industry Canada by June 30, 2006.

The evaluation for Phase 3 found the program to be a very effective tool for assisting in the start-up of medium and small companies by increasing their ability to commercialize R&D. Precarn was also greatly valued by small companies for its assistance in project management and planning.


Competitive Industry and Sustainable Communities


Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF)

Start Date: April 1, 2002 End Date: September 2009 Total Funding ($ millions)
$17.5

Description
To support and develop youth entrepreneurship. The youth business program provides loans, mentorship support and an interactive website to entrepreneurs between 18 and 34 years of age.
Strategic Outcome
Competitive industry and sustainable communities
Summary of Annual Plans of Recipient
The grant will be used to continue and to further expand the CYBF’s programs supporting young Canadians who see entrepreneurship as a viable option, but who would not typically be supported by traditional lending institutions. In addition to the provision of loans, the program aims to enhance the fundamental business skills required to run a successful business.

The CYBF will increase the number of new community partners by 25 percent (ensuring that at least half are new Aboriginal partners), augment its support and reach into local communities, establish new in-house mentoring programs and services, enhance and expand its “Business Start-Up” financing program, and implement a multi-tiered marketing and outreach strategy to increase the number of participants in the program, as well as the number of sponsors.
Planned Audits and Evaluations
An evaluation measuring the overall performance of the CYBF in achieving its objectives will be conducted by an independent third-party by September 2009.

The CYBF will make its annual report available to the public, in both official languages, within six months after the end of each fiscal year. The report also includes the annual audited financial statements reviewed by a professionally certified external accountant/auditor.

Table 14: Horizontal Initiatives

Industry Canada is involved in a number of horizontal initiatives, working in partnership with other federal departments, other levels of government, non-governmental organizations and private sector organizations. Industry Canada’s involvement in these initiatives contributes to the Department’s achievement of its strategic outcomes.

Industry Canada is the lead for the following significant horizontal initiatives. More detailed information can be found on the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat Horizontal Results Database website.

  • Canadian Biotechnology Strategy
  • Canada Business Network

Horizontal Initiative
Canadian Biotechnology Strategy (CBS) Name of Lead Department(s):
Industry Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada, Environment Canada, Health Canada, Natural Resources Canada, National Research Council Canada
Start Date of the Horizontal Initiative End Date of the Horizontal Initiative
1998 2007
Total Federal Funding Allocation (1999 to 2007) ($ millions): $453.8
Description of the Horizontal Initiative
The vision of the Canadian Biotechnology Strategy (CBS) is to “enhance the quality of life of Canadians in terms of health, safety, the environment and social and economic development by positioning Canada as a responsible world leader in biotechnology.”
Acting within the CBS pillars of stewardship, citizen engagement and innovation, this document reports on three strategic initiatives: the Canadian Biotechnology Strategy (CBS) Fund, the Canadian Regulatory System for Biotechnology (CRSB) and the Genomics Research and Development (Genomics R&D) program. Each of these initiatives focuses on a different aspect of Canada’s biotechnology-related priorities, involving separate program management and resource allocation, as well as the profiling of initiatives that are linked through the CBS governance structure.
Shared Outcome(s)
Biotechnology applications are influencing the way our society and economy are evolving. The pace of science is presenting great opportunities for new markets and new solutions to the challenges of humankind. However, these advances also present choices and challenges that demand an effective and forward-looking regulatory system.
The shared outcome of the Canadian Biotechnology Strategy is to ensure that the Government of Canada exercises its responsibilities to ensure that biotechnology will continue to enhance Canadians’ quality of life in terms of health, safety, the environment and social and economic development.
Each CBS initiative focuses on different aspects of the strategy.
CBS Fund
The CBS Fund provides core policy and management funding for the CBS. The fund enables leading-edge, cross-cutting policy development and analysis to the signatory departments and agencies to the CBS. It also provides funds for the expert arm’s-length advice provided to the government by the Canadian Biotechnology Advisory Committee (CBAC). The CBS Fund supports horizontal management, accountability and results reporting.
For 2007–2008, $1.75 million will be allocated to ensuring that biotechnology is well positioned with the Government of Canada’s science and technology objectives. It will also support core functions, including web-based information and knowledge.
CRSB
The Canadian Regulatory System for Biotechnology (CRSB) was established in 2000 to enhance Canada’s regulatory capacity and to ensure that Canadians have an efficient, credible and well-respected biotechnology regulatory system that safeguards health and the environment as a priority and, thereby, permits safe and effective products to enter the market.
The strategic objectives of the CRSB are to meet technical capacity and human resource needs; improve public awareness of, and confidence in, the regulatory system; increase efficiency, effectiveness and timeliness of the regulatory system; and generate knowledge to support the regulatory system.
Genomics R&D
Biotechnology research related to genome sciences (the study of genes and their interactions) continues to provide new methods for managing agriculture, fisheries and aquaculture, enhance stewardship and conservation activities, and develop new methods of disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention. In 2007–2008, six departments and agencies (NRC, AAFC, HC, NRCan, EC, and DFO) will continue to participate in the Genomics R&D Initiative.
The objective of the Genomics R&D program is to build the capacity inside government laboratories to do this new type of biotechnology research, which will strengthen the regulatory system and bring the benefits of revolutionary advances in research and technology to a variety of Canadian industrial sectors and regions. The new technologies are having a dramatic impact on industrial competitiveness and economic growth. They are also expected to bring significant social benefits, e.g., better therapeutics, a cleaner environment and better management of natural resources.


Federal Partners Involved in Each Program Names of Programs Total Allocation
1999–2007
($ millions)
Planned Spending for
2007–2008
($ millions)
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) (a) CBS Fund $3.2 $0.0
(b) Genomics R&D $47.0 $6.0
Canadian Biotechnology Secretariat (a) CBS Fund $4.7 $1.81
(b) CBSec, CBAC, Emerging Issues Fund and departmental allowance for reporting $25.2 2
Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) (a) CBS Fund $7.0 $0.0
(b) CRSB $66.5 $11.28
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (a) CBS Fund $2.4 $0.0
Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) (a) CBS Fund $2.7 $0.0
(b) CRSB $9.4 $1.5
(c) Genomics R&D $7.0 $0.9
Environment Canada (EC) (a) CBS Fund $5.8 $0.0
(b) CRSB $11.4 $1.6
(c) Genomics R&D $8.0 $1.0
Health Canada (HC) (a) CBS Fund $4.9 $0.0
(b) CRSB $121.7 $19.0
(c) Genomics R&D $30.0 $4.0
Industry Canada (IC)/Life Sciences Branch (a) CBS Fund $3.9 $0.0
(b) CRSB $1.1 $0.2
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) (a) CBS Fund $2.5 $0.0
(b) CRSB $8.1 $1.1
(c) Genomics R&D $15.0 $2.0
Justice Canada (a) CBS Fund $1.9 $0.0
National Research Council (NRC) (a) CBS Fund $3.7 $0.0
(b) Genomics R&D $47.0 $6.0
Statistics Canada (StatCan) (a) CBS Fund $2.9 $0.0
Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)3 (a) Genomics R&D $0.5 $0.0
Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) (a) CBS Fund $0.1 $0.0
Human Resources and Social Development Canada (HRSDC) (a) CBS Fund $0.1 $0.0
  Total $394.5 $64.1
Horizontal Results Expected for 2007–2008
CBS Fund
  1. Interdepartmental coordination to advance biotechnology priorities
  2. Increase use of BioPortal and feedback on quality
  3. Ensure a strong foundation of information and appropriate knowledge-management mechanisms to support decision making
CBAC
  1. Completion of CBAC commentary on the Expert Panel Report entitled BioPromise: Biotechnology, Sustainable Development and Canada’s Future Economy
CRSB
  1. Improved priority setting, and research and evidence-based decision making (by the participating departments/agency)
  2. Improved capacity (technical and human resources) to respond to public health, plant protection, animal health and environmental protection issues
  3. Improved coordination, synchronization, standards and sharing of resources with partners
  4. Improved awareness, support and compliance by industry, stakeholders and other affected parties
  5. Improved transparency, awareness and involvement in biotechnology issues, including improved healthy choices and informed decision making by the public
  6. Increased awareness of the regulatory system through tools such as consultations, fact sheets, decision documents and increased Internet presence
Genomics R&D
  1. Commercially relevant advances in areas of genomics R&D related to human health (e.g., genetic testing, diagnostics, microbial genomic applications, treating and preventing human diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disease, and pathogen detection)
  2. Improvements in crop value in cereals, soybean and canola through quality improvements in areas related to plant adaptation to biotic and abiotic stresses (e.g., resistance to disease, tolerance to drought and cold), as well as seed development and metabolism (e.g., related to oil content for biofuels and nutraceutical applications)
  3. Sustainable management of aquatic resources through the use and development of genomics tools to manage fishery openings; generate increased understanding of population genetics and structure; further understanding of behavioural, physiological and immunological responses to the environment; and through the management of aquatic animal diseases
  4. Positioning the Canadian regulatory system for health to enable innovation while minimizing the risks to Canadians through a focused genomics R&D program aimed at strengthening capacity in priority areas such as genetic information, biotechnology products, human genomics and microbial genomics, on human, animal and environmental health
  5. Increased knowledge for forest generation and protection methods, and for addressing environmental impact considerations, through a focused genomics R&D effort on species and traits that are of economic importance to Canada
  6. Development of genome-science applications to support regulatory and enforcement activities in key areas such as environmental risk assessment and management; enforcement and compliance; pollution detection, monitoring and prevention; conservation biology and wildlife genetics; technology forecasting and assessment; and the responsible and sustainable development and use of bio-based products and industrial processes


Contact Information Approved by: Date Approved
CBS: Glenn Kendall
kendall.glenn@biotech.gc.ca
613-954-2412
CBS: Glenn Kendall  
CRSB: Bruce Smith
smith@hc-sc.gc.ca
613-941-2175
CRSB: Bruce Smith  
Genomics: Gary Fudge
Gary.Fudge@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca
613-949-0542
Genomics: Gary Fudge  

  1. At time of writing, the CBS fund allocation for 2006–2007 was $4.67 million.
  2. At the time of writing, the planned spending allocation for 2007–2008 was unknown. The final figure is subject to a Treasury Board submission.
  3. CIHR was created in 2000. Its predecessor, the Medical Research Council, received a one-time allocation in 1999–2000 to assist in the establishment and support of a Genome Canada Secretariat.



Horizontal Initiative
Canada Business Network Name of Lead Department(s):
  • Industry Canada
  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
  • Western Economic Diversification Canada
  • Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions


Start Date of the Horizontal Initiative End Date of the Horizontal Initiative Total Federal Funding Allocation ($ millions)
Canada Business Network

Funding originally started in 1995 under Canada Business Service Centres (CBSC) (February 9, 1995 TB 822499). Most recent renewal for period 2007–2008 to 2008–2009.
March 2009 $211 (since 1995)
Business Gateway

Funding originally started in 2000 to March 31, 2006
(Policy and funding approval: Government On-Line funding via TBS initially / PWGSC – Gateways and Clusters)
  $6.8 (historical)
    Total: $217.8
Description of the Horizontal Initiative
Canada Business was established to improve service to small business and start-up entrepreneurs by providing a comprehensive first stop for information on government services, programs and compliance requirements from federal and provincial/territorial levels of government.
On behalf of the Government of Canada and its partners, Canada Business delivers a host of information products and resources through a variety of channels across Canada (web, in-person, telephone). Through its collaboration with the provinces and territories, information products and resources are supplemented by jurisdictionally relevant content — providing a truly client-centred, integrated information service.
Shared Outcomes
  • Increased awareness and access to government business-related information, programs and services and facilitated compliance for business.
  • Increased use of self-service channels.
  • Reduced complexity in accessing programs and services and compliance requirements for SMEs.
  • Improved SME business planning and market research.
Governance Structure
The Canada Business Network is managed on behalf of the federal government by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, Industry Canada and Western Economic Diversification Canada.
The lead organizations are responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal policies affecting program delivery in a collaborative environment, particularly policies on topics such as official languages, accessibility, access to information and privacy, federal identity, and alternative service delivery.


Federal Partners Involved in Each Program Names of Programs Total Allocation
1999–2007
($ millions)
Planned Spending for
2007–2008
($ millions)
Horizontal Results Expected
for 2007–2008
IC Canada Business Network $85.9 $6.5
  • Increase awareness and access to government business-related information, programs and services and facilitated compliance for business. Increase use of self-service channels. Reduced complexity in accessing programs and services and compliance requirements for SMEs.
  • Improved SME business planning and market research.
ACOA Canada Business Network $33.4 $2.6
  • Increase awareness and access to government business-related information, programs and services and facilitated compliance for business. Increase use of self-service channels. Reduced complexity in accessing programs and services and compliance requirements for SMEs.
  • Improved SME business planning and market research.
WD Canada Business Network $46.0 $4.0
  • Increase awareness and access to government business-related information, programs and services and facilitated compliance for business. Increase use of self-service channels. Reduced complexity in accessing programs and services and compliance requirements for SMEs.
  • Improved SME business planning and market research.
CED Canada Business Network $21.3 $1.9
  • Increase awareness and access to government business-related information, programs and services and facilitated compliance for business. Increase use of self-service channels. Reduced complexity in accessing programs and services and compliance requirements for SMEs.
  • Improved SME business planning and market research.
Total $186.6 $15.0  


Contact Information Approved by: Date Approved
Marcie Girouard, Executive Director, Canada Business Mitch Davies, Director General, Small Business and Marketplace Services Sector  

Table 15: Sustainable Development Strategy (SDS)


SDS Departmental Goals
   1)  Sustainability-driven technologies and commercialization
   2)  Sustainability tools, practices, research and awareness
   3)  Sustainability practices and operations within Industry Canada
Federal Sustainable Development Goal, Including Greening Government Operations Goals (if applicable) Performance Measure From Current SDS Department’s Expected Results for 2007–2008
Reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions Number of new renewable energy technologies commercialized/diffused Hydrogen and hydrogen-compatible technologies accepted and adopted
Number of SMEs that have:
  • adopted ISO 14001
  • produced sustainability reports
Enhanced competitiveness and efficiency of SMEs due to an increased uptake of environmental practices
Level of GHG emissions and building energy consumption, increased fuel efficiency of vehicle fleet and reduced costs, collection of recycled products, and fewer products sent to landfill Reduced energy consumption, reduced material sent to landfill, increased use of recycled material and reduced use of consumables
Clean air for people to breathe and ecosystems to function well Number of new manufacturing facilities in renewable energy sector Broadened economic development in renewable energy sector in Canada and in Canadian firms that have an established presence in international markets
Number of lean manufacturing workshops, outreach activities and business success stories related to sustainable manufacturing Increased number of Canadian firms implementing sustainable manufacturing practices
Strengthened federal governance and decision making to support sustainable development Number of satisfied users with renewed Strategic Environmental Assessment approach Fulfillment of Industry Canada administrative and operational obligations required by the Cabinet Directive
Number of branches within Industry Canada that are integrating sustainability into their planning practices Sustainable development is integrated into Industry Canada’s PAA (RPP/DPR)
Number of Industry Canada participants in sustainable development courses and seminars Increased capacity within Industry Canada to fully integrate sustainable development into all programs, policies and plans


Table 16: Internal Audits and Evaluations


Name of Internal Audit/ Evaluation Audit/Evaluation Type Status Expected Completion Date Electronic Link to Report
Audits
Corporate Planning/Resource Allocation — Fundamental Governance Elements Management Control Framework Planned for Q.2 2007 Q.4 2008 N/A
Structured Financing Facilities Transfer Payment Planned for Q.3 2007 Q.4 2008 N/A
Apparel and Textiles Program Transfer Payment Compliance Audit Planned for Q.1 2007 Q.2 2007 N/A
Revenue Management Management Control Framework and Compliance Planned for Q.1 2007 Q.3 2007 N/A
Competition Bureau Management Control Framework Planned for Q.3 2007 Q.4 2008 N/A
Communications Management Control Framework Planned for Q.1 2007 Q.3 2007 N/A
Integrated Financial and Management System Management Control Framework Planned for Q.2 2007 Q.4 2008 N/A
Corporations Canada Management Control Framework Planned for Q.4 2008 Q.4 2008 N/A
Follow-Up Audits to Assess Implementation of Recommendations
Audit of the Management Control Framework — Spectrum Telecommunications Program   Planned for Q.2 2007 Q.3 2007 N/A
Audit of the Management Control Framework — Canadian Intellectual Property Office   Planned for Q.2 2007 Q.3 2007 N/A
Audit of Selected Business Processes within Measurement   Planned for Q.3 2007 Q.4 2008 N/A
Audit of Comptrollership Communication Research Centre Building Systems   Planned for Q.2 2007 Q.3 2007 N/A
Audit of Business Continuity Planning   Planned for Q.3 2007 Q.4 2008 N/A
Audit of the Hydrogen Early Adopters Program   Planned for Q.2 2007 Q.2 2007 N/A
Audit of the Information Technology Security   Planned for Q.4 2008 Q.4 2008 N/A
Evaluations
Sustainable Development Strategy IV Formative Planned for Q.1 2007 Q.3 2007 N/A
Francommunautés virtuelles Summative Planned for Q.3 2007 Q.4 2008 N/A
FedNor — Northern Ontario Development Program Formative Planned for Q.3 2007 Q.4 2008 N/A
FedNor — Eastern Ontario Development Program Summative Planned for Q.1 2007 Q.3 2007 N/A
Community Futures Program Summative Planned for Q.1 2007 Q.4 2008 N/A
Student Connection Program Summative Planned for Q.4 2008 Q.4 2009 N/A
Cartel Provisions of the Competition Act Formative Planned for Q.1 2007 Q.3 2007 N/A