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Section II – Analysis of Program Activities by Strategic Outcome

Strategic Outcome

Program Activity by Strategic Outcome

Program Activity: Claims Exemption Process ²

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending (000s)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
39	4,232	27	3,090	27	3,090

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
Claimants are able to sell their products without disclosing confidential business information within an appropriate amount of time	Percentage of claims registered within 7 days	100%
Workers are provided with corrected health and safety information within an appropriate amount of time	Percentage of claims for which the elapsed time between the registration of the claim and the issuance of the decision is within the target period	90% within 365 days
Disputes are resolved prior to appeal	Percentage of disputes resolved prior to appeal	100%

² As indicated in discussions with TBS, the Commission will undertake a review of its Strategic Outcome (SO) and Program Activity (PA), including expected results, performance indicators, and targets, to ensure that the SO and PA support the strategic direction established by the 2009-2012 Strategic Plan.

Program Activity Summary:

Under this activity the Hazardous Materials Information Review Commission registers claims for exemption received from a supplier or employer who wishes to withhold confidential business information; decides on the validity of the claim and the associated health and safety information (material safety data sheet [MSDS] or label); and administers an appeal process for these decisions.

Planning Highlights:

1. To continue to reduce/eliminate the remaining backlog of claims. The Backlog Elimination Plan is on target and it is expected to be completed by the end of fiscal year 2010-2011.
2. To participate in discussions on changes to the Hazardous Products Act/Controlled Products Regulations, especially with regard to GHS.
3. To contribute HMIRC's knowledge and expertise to discussions on improving hazard classification and communication systems in Canada and support proactive compliance.
4. To develop a plan to explore new partnership opportunities with key stakeholders.

Internal Services

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending (000s)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
15	1,472	15	1,455	15	1,455

Internal Services Summary:

Internal Services are groups of related activities and resources that are administered to support the needs of programs and other corporate obligations of an organization. At HMIRC these groups are: Management and Oversight Services; Communications Services; Human Resources Management Services; Financial Management Services; Information Management Services; Information Technology Services; Acquisition Services; and Travel and Other Administrative Services. Internal Services include only those activities and resources that apply across an organization and not to those provided specifically to a program.

Planning Highlights:

1. To produce an Integrated Plan to align strategic objectives with operational activities, to define the organizational implications, and to improve internal and external coordination.
2. To develop an evaluation framework to strengthen the organization's effectiveness and accountability.
3. To develop a Human Resources Strategy.
4. To make HMIRC a workplace of choice by examining issues and recommending improvements.
5. To continue implementation of the Chief Financial Officer model in accordance with the Policy on Financial Management Governance. These changes will improve senior management decision-making support and enhance oversight for the Commission's activities.

Benefits for Canadians

Canada's public health system exists to safeguard and improve the health of Canadians. The responsibility for public health is spread across the federal, provincial and territorial governments. Occupational health and safety programs, including WHMIS, are an essential part of the Canadian public health system. As part of WHMIS, the Commission provides the trade secret exemption mechanism on behalf of the federal, provincial and territorial governments, including the promotion of improved occupational health and safety for Canadian workers. It does this by assessing and addressing the hazards of chemical use in the workplace, by innovation in translating its knowledge of hazard classification and communication, by ensuring compliance with public standards across jurisdictions, and by fostering mutual support and cooperation among key stakeholders. Through these activities HMIRC promotes public goods³ and contributes to the achievement of the Government of Canada strategic outcome of "Healthy Canadians".

The Commission's work also supports the Government of Canada's strategic outcome of a "Fair and Secure Marketplace". This outcome ensures the marketplace continues to foster competitive conditions in order to attract investment, encourage innovation, and protect the public interest. The Commission enhances competition by protecting trade secrets in the chemical industry.

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³ Public goods are generally considered to be fundamental values of government organizations. The public goods promoted by HMIRC are: public health and safety, autonomy of citizens, property rights, and economic growth and prosperity.

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