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2010-11
Report on Plans and Priorities
Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec
Supplementary Information (Tables)
Table of Contents
- Details on Transfer Payments Programs
- Green Procurement
- Upcoming Internal Audits and Evaluations over the next three fiscal years
- Sources of Respendable and Non-respendable Revenue
Details of Transfer Payment Programs1
| Community Diversification program | |
|---|---|
| Strategic outcome: A competitive and diversified economy for the regions of Quebec | |
| Program activities: Community Development Special intervention measures |
|
| Name of Transfer Payment Program: Community Diversification program. This program represents a voted item, except for 2009-2010, for which the funding portion dedicated to Canada's Economic Action Plan (CEAP) corresponds to a statutory appropriation. | |
| Start date: April 1, 2007 | End date: March 31, 2012 |
Description: The Community Diversification program helps Quebec regions maintain and develop their economic activity base. A community's vitality depends on its ability to develop, grow and thrive by building on its own assets. The program has the following three objectives: to foster communities' development and increase their mobilization by drawing up visions and projects of local and regional scope; assist communities through support for entrepreneurship and through creation or maintenance of viable enterprises; and increase communities' capability to attract tourists and skilled individuals.
This program also leads to intervention for implementation of the Community Adjustment Fund (CAF), a temporary CEAP initiative.
Funding recipients: Includes in particular small and medium-sized enterprises and non-profit organizations.
Expected results:- Communities are pursuing a development vision and implementing resulting initiatives
- Enterprises are contributing to community economic growth and maintenance
- Communities are recognized for their distinctiveness, brand image or outreach.
With respect specifically to the CAF:- Number of communities with increased economic opportunities and greater capacity to meet challenges
- Enterprises created, maintained and expanded
- Jobs created or maintained.
| (in thousands of dollars) | Forecast spending 2009-2010 |
Planned spending 2010-2011 |
Planned spending 2011-2012 |
Planned spending 2012-2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Contributions | 157,300 | 174,743 | 89,946 | 78,287 |
| Other types of transfer payments | — | — | — | — |
| Total transfer payments | 157,400 | 174,843 | 90,046 | 78,387 |
Hyperlink to the Departmental Three-Year Plan for Transfer Payment Programs: www.dec-ced.gc.ca/eng/agency/about/plan.html
| Business and Regional Growth program | |
|---|---|
| Strategic outcome: A competitive and diversified economy for the regions of Quebec | |
| Program activities: Enterprise Competitiveness Competitive positioning of sectors and regions Special intervention measures |
|
| Name of Transfer Payment Program: Business and Regional Growth program. This program represents a voted item, except for 2009-2010, for which the funding portion dedicated to Canada's Economic Action Plan (CEAP) corresponds to a statutory appropriation. | |
| Start date: April 1, 2007 | End date: March 31, 2012 |
Description: The Business and Regional Growth program reinforces conditions conducive to the sustainable growth of regions and SMEs. It aims to help enterprises improve their performance, become more competitive and engage in more innovation to facilitate their sustainable development; support the transfer of technology and research outputs to enterprises; and create the right conditions to attract foreign investment and international organizations.
This program also leads to intervention for implementation of the Community Adjustment Fund (CAF), a temporary CEAP initiative.
Funding recipients: Includes in particular small and medium-sized enterprises and non-profit organizations.
Expected results:- Assisted enterprises are using their strategic capabilities.
- Products and services derived from R&D are being commercialized.
- New enterprises and investment are consolidating the regions' economic base.
- Competitiveness poles are being developed and consolidated.
- Clusters and networks of enterprises in the same sector or region are better structured.
- The innovation commercialization process is generating medium- and long-range economic and social spinoffs.
- Competitive regions are attracting foreign direct investment and international organizations.
With respect specifically to the CAF:- Number of communities with increased economic opportunities and greater capacity to meet challenges
- Enterprises created, maintained and expanded
- Jobs created or maintained.
| (in thousands of dollars) | Forecast spending 2009-2010 |
Planned spending 2010-2011 |
Planned spending 2011-2012 |
Planned spending 2012-2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants | 100 | — | — | — |
| Contributions | 121,611 | 122,566 | 81,497 | 73,725 |
| Other types of transfer payments | — | — | — | — |
| Total transfer payments | 121,711 | 122,566 | 81,497 | 73,725 |
Hyperlink to the Departmental Three-Year Plan for Transfer Payment Programs: www.dec-ced.gc.ca/eng/agency/about/plan.html
| Community Futures Program | |
|---|---|
| Strategic outcome: A competitive and diversified economy for the regions of Quebec | |
| Program activity: Community Development | |
| Name of Transfer Payment Program: Community Futures Program (CFP) (voted item) | |
| Start date: May 18, 1995 | End date: October 2, 2010 |
Description: This Canada-wide program provides support for communities in all parts of the country to help them take charge of their own local economic development.
Funding recipients: In Quebec, the CFP financially supports 57 Community Futures Development Corporations, as well as 14 Community Economic Development Corporations and 10 Business Development Centres.
Expected results:- Communities are pursuing a development vision and implementing resulting initiatives
- Enterprises are contributing to community economic growth and maintenance.
| (in thousands of dollars) | Forecast spending 2009-2010 |
Planned spending 2010-2011 |
Planned spending 2011-2012 |
Planned spending 2012-2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants | — | — | — | — |
| Contributions | 43,965 | 32,300 | 32,300 | 32,300 |
| Other types of transfer payments | — | — | — | — |
| Total transfer payments | 43,965 | 32,300 | 32,300 | 32,300 |
Hyperlink to the Departmental Three-Year Plan for Transfer Payment Programs: www.dec-ced.gc.ca/eng/agency/about/plan.html
| Infrastructure Canada Program | |
|---|---|
| Strategic outcome: A competitive and diversified economy for the regions of Quebec | |
| Program activity: Infrastructure | |
| Name of Transfer Payment Program: Infrastructure Canada Program (ICP) (voted item) | |
| Start date: August 22, 2000 | End date: March 31, 2011 |
Description: Within the framework of the pan-Canadian Infrastructure Program under Treasury Board Secretariat responsibility, a Canada-Quebec Agreement was signed in October 2000. The objective of this agreement was to upgrade urban and rural municipal infrastructure in the province and improve Quebecers' quality of life. The Agency acts on behalf of the Government of Canada as the federal department responsible for implementation in Quebec. This agreement was amended in April 2008 to postpone to March 31, 2011 the deadline for disbursements under the ICP. Since December 2005, under the terms of the agreement, no more new projects may be approved under the program.
Funding recipients: Primarily municipalities
Expected results:
- Rural and urban communities have quality public infrastructure.
| (in thousands of dollars) | Forecast spending 2009-2010 |
Planned spending 2010-2011 |
Planned spending 2011-2012 |
Planned spending 2012-2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants | — | — | — | — |
| Contributions | 31,854 | — | — | — |
| Other types of transfer payments | — | — | — | — |
| Total transfer payments | 31,854 | — | — | — |
Hyperlink to the Departmental Three-Year Plan for Transfer Payment Programs: www.dec-ced.gc.ca/eng/agency/about/plan.html
| Contribution program to supply the Municipality of Shannon with drinking water | |
|---|---|
| Strategic outcome: A competitive and diversified economy for the regions of Quebec | |
| Program activity: Infrastructure | |
| Name of Transfer Payment Program: Program to supply the Municipality of Shannon with drinking water (voted item) | |
| Start date: May 14, 2009 | End date: March 31, 2011 |
Description: The program is intended to supply residents of the Municipality of Shannon with drinking water through the establishment of a water system supplied from a groundwater source, and construction of a reservoir and a pumping station.
Funding recipient: Municipality of Shannon
Expected results:
- Management of special programs dedicated to infrastructure is sound and effective
- Rural and urban communities have quality public infrastructure.
| (in thousands of dollars) | Forecast spending 2009-2010 |
Planned spending 2010-2011 |
Planned spending 2011-2012 |
Planned spending 2012-2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants | — | — | — | — |
| Contributions | 6,000 | 7,345 | — | — |
| Other types of transfer payments | — | — | — | — |
| Total transfer payments | 6,000 | 7,345 | — | — |
Hyperlink to the Departmental Three-Year Plan for Transfer Payment Programs: www.dec-ced.gc.ca/eng/agency/about/plan.html
| Recreational Infrastructure Canada program | |
|---|---|
| Strategic outcome: A competitive and diversified economy for the regions of Quebec | |
| Program activity: Infrastructure | |
| Name of Transfer Payment Program: Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program (voted item) | |
| Start date: April 23, 2009 | End date: March 31, 2011 |
Description: This Canada-wide initiative is intended to be a timely, targeted, short-term measure to stimulate the Canadian economy. It should contribute to reducing the impact of the global recession by increasing the overall value of construction activities associated with recreational infrastructure. RInC-funded projects will primarily involve modernization and repair of facilities, including new construction that adds to or replaces existing recreational infrastructure capacity.
Funding recipients: May include, under certain conditions, a local or regional government, public sector body, private, not-for-profit entity, provincial or territorial entity that provides municipal-type services to communities, or First Nation government.
Expected results:
- Increase in economic opportunities
- Partnership with Quebec and communities
- Increase in construction activities associated with recreational infrastructure.
| (in thousands of dollars) | Forecast spending 2009-2010 |
Planned spending 2010-2011 |
Planned spending 2011-2012 |
Planned spending 2012-2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants | — | — | — | — |
| Contributions | 5,000 | 73,077 | — | — |
| Other types of transfer payments | — | — | — | — |
| Total transfer payments | 5,000 | 73,077 | — | — |
Hyperlink to the Departmental Three-Year Plan for Transfer Payment Programs: www.dec-ced.gc.ca/eng/agency/about/plan.html
Note:
1For the full list of funding recipients and their eligibility conditions, please consult the Agency site at www.dec-ced.gc.ca/eng/programs/index.html under the appropriate program. All information on performance measurements and related indicators is to be found in the Report on Plans and Priorities 2010-2011.
Green procurement
Part A: Reinforcement of green procurement capability
| Activity | 2008-2009 | 2010-2011 | Description and comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate as percentage | Goal as percentage | ||
| Training for employees responsible for purchasing and materiel management | 90% | 10% | A briefing was provided by Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) for all Administration Branch employees, and a briefing was provided by the Agency for all administrative assistants. The goal for 2010-2011 would be to raise new assistants' awareness following staff changes. |
| Training for procurement card holders | 100% | To be determined with the offices selected for the pilot project | Currently, there are only two procurement card (credit card) holders. A pilot project could be implemented during 2010-2011 to increase the number of procurement card holders. |
| Performance evaluations | 100% | Maintain the rate | Integration of environmental considerations is not explicitly mentioned in performance evaluations, but these considerations are part of the principle of sound management of material resources and must be aligned with government priorities. |
| Procurement process and controls | 100% | Maintain the rate | The procurement process is part of the quality management system (ISO). The Agency has integrated a green component in its Asset Management Framework and acquisitions strategy. |
Part B: Use of bundled green procurement instruments
| Item/Service | 2008-2009 rate | 2010-2011 goal as percentage | Description and comments | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| in dollars | in percentage | |||
| Vehicles | $33,197 | 5% | 17% | Vehicle purchasing is carried out centrally for the Agency. Suppliers recommended by PWGSC are used. When automobiles are replaced, the goal is to acquire hybrid vehicles. |
| Paper | $15,898 | 65% | 75% | The goal is to buy 30% and/or 100% recycled paper for all Agency business offices and Head Office. |
| Service contract for sustainable disposal of items | $2,253 | 100% | 100% | For disposal of our items, the Agency uses companies recommended by PWGSC that perform recycling and safe disposal of end-of-life electronic equipment. |
Part C: Reduction initiatives targeting specific items
| Non-durable goods/ capital goods | 2008-2009 | 2010-2011 | Description and comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate Quantity per full-time employee |
Goal | ||
| Photocopiers | 32 for 422 employees, or 1 per 13 employees | Increase to more than 65% the number of leased photocopiers including print, fax and other functions | More than 60% of photocopiers have print and fax options, thus minimizing the number of machines. |
| Shredders | 24 for 422 employees, or 1 per 17 employees | Maintain the number | The use of shredders reduces the amount of paper thrown in the garbage and increases recycling. |
| Service contract for Shred-It recycling boxes | 8 for 273 Head Office employees | Maintain the services | The use of recycling boxes reduces the amount of paper thrown in the garbage. |
Internal audits and upcoming evaluations (next three fiscal years)
Internal audits
| Name of internal audit | Internal audit type | Status | Expected completion date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-2011 | |||
| Audit of the Recreational Infrastructure Canada program and the Community Adjustment Fund (from CEAP – agreement monitoring) | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Audit of program design | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Audit of follow-up on action plans from earlier audits | Audit of controls | Planned | 2nd quarter |
| Audit of the Financial Management Control Framework, regular programming | Audit of controls | Planned | 4th quarter |
| Annual audit of the Infrastructure Canada Program and the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Annual audit of the Building Canada Fund Communities Component | Audit of controls | Planned | 4th quarter |
| Audit of integration of risk management concepts in operations | Audit of controls | Planned | 4th quarter |
| Audit of collection and recovery mechanisms | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Audit of level of preparedness for certification of financial statements | Audit of controls | Planned | 4th quarter |
| 2011-2012 | |||
| Audit of management of information available to the public and communications | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Audit of eligibility analysis of applications for regular programs | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Audit of the Management Control Framework for cybersecurity and information | Audit of controls | Planned | 4th quarter |
| Audit of human resources management (staffing) | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Annual audit of the Infrastructure Canada Program and the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Annual audit of the Building Canada Fund Communities Component | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Audit of the planning and priority-setting process | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Compliance audit of wording of agreements on the basis of the Transfer Payment Policy | Audit of controls | Planned | 4th quarter |
| 2012-2013 | |||
| Audit of liaison and representation activities | Audit of controls | Planned | To be determined |
| Annual audit of the Infrastructure Canada Program and the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund | Audit of controls | Planned | To be determined |
| Annual audit of the Building Canada Fund Communities Component | Audit of controls | Planned | To be determined |
| Other audits to be determined, as required | |||
Upcoming evaluations
| Name of evaluation | Program type | Status | Expected completion date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summative evaluation of the Community Diversification program | Grants and contributions (G&C) | In preparation | December 2010 |
| Summative evaluation of the Business and Regional Growth program | G&C | In preparation | December 2010 |
| Implementation evaluation of the Regional Development Research program | G&C | Planned | December 2011 |
| Summative evaluation of the Agency's communication strategy | Internal services | In progress | June 2010 |
| Summative evaluation of the Official Languages Act (OLA) | G&C | Planned | March 2012 |
| Summative evaluation of the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program | G&C | Planned | March 2011 |
| Evaluation of the Agency's 4th Sustainable Development Strategy | Regulatory | Planned | March 2012 |
| Implementation evaluation of the Cruise initiative | G&C | In progress | September 2010 |
| Summative evaluation of the Cruise initiative | G&C | Planned | March 2013 |
Internal audits and upcoming evaluations (next three fiscal years)
Internal audits
| Name of internal audit | Internal audit type | Status | Expected completion date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-2011 | |||
| Audit of the Recreational Infrastructure Canada program and the Community Adjustment Fund (from CEAP – agreement monitoring) | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Audit of program design | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Audit of follow-up on action plans from earlier audits | Audit of controls | Planned | 2nd quarter |
| Audit of the Financial Management Control Framework, regular programming | Audit of controls | Planned | 4th quarter |
| Annual audit of the Infrastructure Canada Program and the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Annual audit of the Building Canada Fund Communities Component | Audit of controls | Planned | 4th quarter |
| Audit of integration of risk management concepts in operations | Audit of controls | Planned | 4th quarter |
| Audit of collection and recovery mechanisms | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Audit of level of preparedness for certification of financial statements | Audit of controls | Planned | 4th quarter |
| 2011-2012 | |||
| Audit of management of information available to the public and communications | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Audit of eligibility analysis of applications for regular programs | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Audit of the Management Control Framework for cybersecurity and information | Audit of controls | Planned | 4th quarter |
| Audit of human resources management (staffing) | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Annual audit of the Infrastructure Canada Program and the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Annual audit of the Building Canada Fund Communities Component | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Audit of the planning and priority-setting process | Audit of controls | Planned | 3rd quarter |
| Compliance audit of wording of agreements on the basis of the Transfer Payment Policy | Audit of controls | Planned | 4th quarter |
| 2012-2013 | |||
| Audit of liaison and representation activities | Audit of controls | Planned | To be determined |
| Annual audit of the Infrastructure Canada Program and the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund | Audit of controls | Planned | To be determined |
| Annual audit of the Building Canada Fund Communities Component | Audit of controls | Planned | To be determined |
| Other audits to be determined, as required | |||
Upcoming evaluations
| Name of evaluation | Program type | Status | Expected completion date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summative evaluation of the Community Diversification program | Grants and contributions (G&C) | In preparation | December 2010 |
| Summative evaluation of the Business and Regional Growth program | G&C | In preparation | December 2010 |
| Implementation evaluation of the Regional Development Research program | G&C | Planned | December 2011 |
| Summative evaluation of the Agency's communication strategy | Internal services | In progress | June 2010 |
| Summative evaluation of the Official Languages Act (OLA) | G&C | Planned | March 2012 |
| Summative evaluation of the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program | G&C | Planned | March 2011 |
| Evaluation of the Agency's 4th Sustainable Development Strategy | Regulatory | Planned | March 2012 |
| Implementation evaluation of the Cruise initiative | G&C | In progress | September 2010 |
| Summative evaluation of the Cruise initiative | G&C | Planned | March 2013 |