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Section II – Analysis of Program Activities by Strategic Outcome

This section describes Transport Canada's strategic outcomes and program activities, and identifies the expected results, performance indicators and targets for each of them. It explains how the department plans to meet the expected results and presents the financial and non-financial resources that will be dedicated to each program activity. It also identifies the department's initiatives as part of Canada's Economic Action Plan (EAP). These initiatives are described in each of their respective program activity areas.

2.1 Strategic Outcome #1 - An Efficient Transportation System

Transport Canada pursues an Efficient Transportation System by:

• developing strategic gateways and corridors that link trade with transportation;
• establishing transportation marketplace policy frameworks;
• supporting existing and new transportation infrastructure across provinces and territories; and
• encouraging innovation in the transportation sector.

An efficient transportation system requires strong and modern infrastructure. Investments made through the Economic Action Plan announced in Budget 2009 will enhance Canada's transportation infrastructure and strengthen our long-term economic competitiveness. Targeted, strategic infrastructure investments ensure that funds are spent where they are most needed to serve communities and better position Canada in the global marketplace. Transportation infrastructure initiatives create jobs, support trade, attract investment and promote innovative financing through public-private partnerships.

Building on Canada's geographic and transportation system advantages, our programs are helping develop several trade-related gateways that link Canada to its trading partners, and corridors that link gateways to each other and to major North American markets. Strategic gateways and corridors also enhance public and private sector collaboration in addressing policy, regulatory and operational impediments to efficient, secure and sustainable transportation, and strengthen and increase international partnerships through outreach and marketing.

Enhancing system security and ensuring environmental sustainability are critical in maximizing Canada's trade opportunities and access to the global marketplace. Ultimately, a transportation system that is perceived to be efficient, secure, and “green” will boost Canada's reputation and ensure our competitiveness in international commerce.

Innovation is increasingly essential to addressing the many challenges facing the transportation system. Congestion, environmental impacts, aging infrastructure, changing demographics and climate change are issues that require innovative solutions. It will be critical in the future to use new technologies to improve transportation efficiency, sustainability and safety.

Results from this Strategic Outcome contribute to the following Government of Canada outcomes:

• Strong Economic Growth
• A Fair and Secure Marketplace
• An Innovative and Knowledge-based Economy

This section contains a discussion of plans surrounding the following Program Activities:

• 2.1.1 Transportation Marketplace Frameworks
• 2.1.2 Gateways and Corridors
• 2.1.3 Transportation Infrastructure
• 2.1.4 Transportation Innovation

2.1.1 Program Activity: Transportation Marketplace Frameworks

Description: The Transportation Marketplace Frameworks Program Activity encourages transportation efficiency by fostering a competitive and viable transportation sector. Program activities include setting the regimes governing the economic behaviour of carriers in all modes of transportation; setting the rules of governance for all the transportation infrastructure providers falling under the authority of Parliament; monitoring the transportation system; and representing the interests of Canada in international transportation fora and other international bodies.

Program Activity: Transportation Marketplace Frameworks

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
66	9	62	9	62	9

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
A competitive and financially viable transportation sector through effective transportation marketplace frameworks	Number of founded Canadian Transportation Agency competitiveness complaints	By 2011, 5% reduction in the number of founded Canadian Transportation Agency competitiveness complaints

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• continue to modernize Marketplace Frameworks so carriers and infrastructure providers can adapt, innovate, and remain competitive by:
  • continuing to implement the Blue Sky international air policy that encourages long term, sustainable competition and the development of new and expanded international air services;
  • exploring options to remove barriers to the growth of shortsea shipping and consult with government and industry stakeholders to optimize Canada's marine transportation system;
  • undertaking a comprehensive review of the freight rail system in Canada aimed at improving the efficiency, effectiveness, and reliability of the rail-based logistics system; and
  • monitoring the transportation sector's competitiveness and viability as Canada emerges from the global recession to ensure lasting economic recovery (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities).

Benefits for Canadians

The program benefits Canadians because modern marketplace frameworks:

• provide efficient, competitive and viable transportation services at lower cost to Canadians;
• contribute to accessible and reliable transportation; and
• support national and international trade and travel, while balancing the relationships between carriers, shippers and consumers.

2.1.2 Program Activity: Gateways and Corridors

Description: Guided by the National Policy Framework for Strategic Gateways and Trade Corridors, the Gateways and Corridors Program Activity aims at supporting Canada's international trade and international supply chains by creating more efficient, reliable and seamless trade-related transport systems in Canada. The program sets strategies and frameworks for improving and integrating transportation networks in key regions; fosters partnerships between all levels of government and the private sector; supports and oversees projects that contribute to the increased capacity and efficiency of gateway and corridor infrastructure; develops and puts in place measures that remove impediments to the effective development of gateways and corridors; and promotes the use of gateways and corridors.

Program Activity: Gateways and Corridors

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
51	812	38	867	38	479

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
An enhanced level of trade through Canada's strategic gateways and trade corridors	Volume and value of trade	To be determined once baseline trade projection from Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade or Trade Commission obtained

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• continue to implement the Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative, including committed multi-modal infrastructure projects in Western Canada (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities);
• complete, announce and implement the Ontario-Quebec Continental Gateway and Trade Corridor Strategy and the Atlantic Gateway Strategy to improve links and efficiency of trade between North American industrial centres and markets in Europe and Asia (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities);
• through the Value-added Gateway Strategy, seek out opportunities to add value to goods and services within the context of transportation gateways and corridors and align policies to increase wealth generation, job creation and contribute to sustained long-term economic growth (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities);
• provide ongoing funding to strategic gateways and border crossings initiatives through the Gateways and Border Crossing Fund to make the transportation network safer, more efficient and more secure for international trade; and
• advance work on the Windsor-Detroit Crossing project. Specifically, proceed to the implementation phase by completing property acquisition, initiating preliminary design for the new bridge and plaza, and continue discussions with our U.S. partners on the governance and procurement for the new crossing (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities).

Benefits for Canadians

The program benefits Canadians because gateways and corridors strategies:

• support jobs and prosperity;
• strengthen trade competitiveness and attract investment; and
• promote efficient, reliable and seamless trade-related transport systems.

Canada's Economic Action Plan

Transport Canada will receive $14.5M over two years in top-up funding from Budget 2009 to enhance the efficiency, safety and security of the transportation network. These funds will be directed toward the Blue Water Bridge and the Peace Bridge (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities).

2.1.3 Program Activity: Transportation Infrastructure

Description: The Transportation Infrastructure Program Activity looks after transportation infrastructure for Canada to improve efficiency and ensure service. It acts as the steward of certain commercial transportation assets operated by third parties on behalf of the federal government (airport authorities, port authorities, federal bridges, VIA Rail, Seaway, Marine Atlantic); provides funding for Canada's strategic transportation infrastructure, targeted to support federal objectives; supports essential services to some remote communities; manages legacy commitments; and divests assets and contracts out operations, where needed.

Program Activity: Transportation Infrastructure

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
304	310	293	259	264	232

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
Modern transportation system	Average age of transportation infrastructure	Average age of highways and roads reduced by 0.5 years over 5 years
	Value of road and highway assets	Value of gross capital stock increased by 2% over 5 years, by 2014

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• enhance the sustainability of the national transportation infrastructure by:
  • making progress on the Marine Atlantic Inc (MAI) revitalization strategy;
  • reviewing partners' governance and/or financial stability;
  • reviewing options for future governance structure of Ridley Terminals Inc.;
  • developing a real property management framework for all TC-owned assets; and
  • managing federal investment in infrastructure effectively by:
    • continuing successful delivery of projects through milestones and established results;
    • ensuring clear results from infrastructure projects;
    • providing stable funding for federal bridges to ensure long-term viability; and
    • identifying improvements needed in the northern transportation system.

Benefits for Canadians

The program benefits Canadians by having a viable modern, efficient and accessible transportation infrastructure system in all modes, including airports and ports, roads, bridges, transit, rail lines and ferries. These modes:

• offer a wide range of options for passenger services or use and travel possibilities; and
• contribute to building a stronger economy and growth throughout Canada.

Canada's Economic Action Plan

Transport Canada continues to accelerate the implementation and approvals of transportation projects under the Economic Action Plan (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities).

The department will receive $7.9M over two years in top-up funding from Budget 2009 to improve remote rail passenger services operated by:

• Keewatin Railway, which operates between The Pas and Pukatawagan, Manitoba; and
• Tshiuetin Rail Transportation, which operates between Sept-Îles and Schefferville, Quebec.

The projects include:

• purchasing rolling stock, a locomotive, track maintenance equipment, track materials;
• building a station and locomotive maintenance facility; and
• making accessibility improvements.
  (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities).

2.1.4 Program Activity: Transportation Innovation

Description: The Transportation Innovation Program Activity aims to make the Canadian Transportation System more efficient and competitive. Working in partnership with stakeholders, the Program aims to enhance the capacity of the transportation sector to research and implement innovative solutions to current and emerging transportation challenges. The Program sets and implements policy and strategic direction for technology research, development and deployment (R&DD) and develops and manages collaborative departmental R&D programs. This includes advancing and disseminating scientific knowledge and the application of transportation technologies; partnering and collaborating with other federal government departments, provinces and territories, the academic community and other national and international stakeholders; and supporting skills development and capacity building initiatives for a highly qualified transportation workforce.

Program Activity: Transportation Innovation

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
47	14	46	7	46	7

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
An innovative transportation system	Number of partnership projects with external stakeholders stimulating innovation – Intelligent Transportation Systems projects	Number to be set according to annual plan
	Number of partnership projects with external stakeholders stimulating innovation – Research & Development projects	Number to be set according to annual plan

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• foster a transportation sector innovation and change agenda to develop and implement forward-looking solutions to challenges facing the Canadian transportation system;
• promote best practices in innovation, improved technology applications and enhanced transportation research capacity to support measures that increase:
  • transportation efficiency, sustainability and competitiveness; and
  • knowledge building and sharing among industry, academic institutions and governments;
• align Transport Canada's research and development capacity with a transportation sector Innovation and Change Agenda, including public interest research and development in areas where Canada has strategic opportunities and niches; and
• work towards developing and supporting Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) projects with partners. These projects will promote innovation in transportation to address challenges facing the transportation sector, and will increase capacity to use and share technology with major trade partners.

Benefits for Canadians

The program benefits Canadians because transportation development, technology and innovation help make the transportation system more:

• efficient and environmentally sustainable; and
• productive and competitive.

2.2 Strategic Outcome #2 - A Clean Transportation System

The transportation sector produces approximately 27 per cent of Canada's total greenhouse gas emissions. Transport Canada has a key role in furthering the transportation sector components of the government's Clean Air Agenda. The department protects the marine and freshwater environment by helping reduce pollution and emissions from transportation sources. This is a key role, as Canada's water resources include seven per cent of the world's wetlands. The department also has an important stewardship role of making sure that its own lands, facilities and activities comply with environmental legislation and that an Environmental Management System is in place.

Transport Canada will also contribute to Government of Canada initiatives to improve the federal regulatory system for major projects as a way of supporting a cleaner and healthier environment for Canadians. This will include improving Transport Canada's own regulatory, consultation and review processes for transportation-related projects.

Results from this Strategic Outcome contribute to the following Government of Canada outcome:

• A Clean and Healthy Environment

This section contains a discussion of plans surrounding the following Program Activities:

• 2.2.1 Clean Air from Transportation
• 2.2.2 Clean Water from Transportation
• 2.2.3 Environmental Stewardship of Transportation

2.2.1 Program Activity: Clean Air from Transportation

Description: Transport Canada's Clean Air from Transportation Program Activity advances the federal government's clean air agenda in the transportation sector and complements other federal programs designed to reduce air emissions for the health of Canadians and the environment for generations to come. The program regulates air emissions from the transportation sector; oversees Transport Canada's clean air program obligations and commitments; demonstrates and promotes clean transportation technologies; promotes environmentally responsible best practices and behaviours; and builds stakeholder knowledge and capacity to reduce air emissions.

Program Activity: Clean Air from Transportation

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
86	23	24	5	24	3

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
A transportation system that is less intensive in its emissions of greenhouse gases and air pollutants	Level of intensity of emissions from freight and passenger transportation, as measured in tonnes of CO2 equivalent per passenger-km.	An intensity improvement that is consistent with targets established under the government's horizontal approach for clean air

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• continue to implement the Clean Air Agenda announced by the Government of Canada in 2007 by:
  • developing emission regulations for Criteria Air Contaminants (CAC) for the rail sector to take effect in 2011, aligned with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency emissions standards;
  • developing enhanced emissions regulations for vessels operating in Canadian waters;
  • partnering with the United States to establish an Emission Control Area for North American coastal areas by 2012; and
  • concluding the implementation of the programs under the ecoTransport Strategy.

Benefits for Canadians

The program benefits Canadians because reduced air emissions and greenhouse gases from transportation will:

• provide cleaner air, helping to protect their overall health; and
• contribute to domestic and international environmental objectives.

2.2.2 Program Activity: Clean Water from Transportation

Description: Guided by the Canada Shipping Act, 2001, the Arctic Waters Pollution Prevention Act, the Marine Liability Act and international conventions, the Clean Water from Transportation Program Activity helps to protect the marine environment and the health of Canadians by reducing the pollution of water from transportation sources. The program regulates and monitors the impact of discharges from marine vessels into the marine environment; regulates ballast water; and contributes to setting domestic and international rules that govern limits to liability of marine pollution incidents.

Program Activity: Clean Water from Transportation

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
15	6	15	6	13	2

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
Canadian waters protected from discharges of transportation pollutants	Number of ship source pollution incidents and number of mystery spills detected per year	2% reduction in ship source pollution spills annually from the previous year, from the 2003-2004 baseline
Transfer of alien aquatic species into domestic water through ship ballast water prevented	% of ships in compliance with reporting rules for ballast water	95% compliance by 2015 – subject to revision once baseline is established

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• improve measures to protect the environment from ships' pollution and prevent the introduction of invasive species in Canada's waters by updating regulations to support ratification of key conventions of the International Maritime Organization; namely: the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments, the technical Annexes on sewage, garbage and air emissions to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships and the International Convention for the Control of Harmful Antifouling Systems.
• implement the amendments to the Marine Liability Act, and the two international conventions adopted by the International Maritime Organization (Supplementary Fund Protocol of 2003 to the 1992 International Oil Pollution Compensation Fund and the International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage, 2001) coming into force on January 2, 2010; and
• protect the marine environment from hazardous and noxious substances by developing a national regime to prepare for and respond to incidents. Also work towards a liability and compensation regime by adopting and eventually ratifying the Protocol to the Hazardous and Noxious Substances Convention.

Benefits for Canadians

This program activity benefits Canadians by helping to reduce water pollution and the introduction of invasive species from transportation, and achieves cleaner water, which benefits people and ecosystems.

It will also decrease the risk and impact of a shipping casualty, providing savings in environmental clean-up and ship repair costs, and an increase in safety.

2.2.3 Program Activity: Environmental Stewardship of Transportation

Description: The Environmental Stewardship Program Activity fulfills Transport Canada's responsibilities in working towards a cleaner and healthier environment for Canadians, with regard to its own operations. These responsibilities include developing a departmental Sustainable Development Strategy (SDS); managing contaminated sites; and fulfilling environmental responsibilities at Transport Canada owned or operated ports and airports; and Greening Transport Canada operations (internal). The program develops and implements policies and programs for Transport Canada activities that further environmental objectives and promote sustainable transportation; provides functional support for environmental assessments, including major resource projects; and promotes compliance with environmental laws, federal government policies and best practices in Transport Canada's stewardship activities.

Program Activity: Environmental Stewardship of Transportation

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
64	70	52	7	49	6

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
Transport Canada aware of, and responsive to environmental impacts of its activities	% level of compliance with applicable laws, regulations and guidelines	100% compliance with applicable laws, regulations and guidelines

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• exercise environmental stewardship of TC lands and activities, including airports and ports, to comply with environmental legislation such as the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, Fisheries Act, and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act for a cleaner and healthier environment with regard to its own operations; and
• contribute to Government of Canada initiatives to improve the federal regulatory system for major projects. This will include actions to improve Transport Canada's own regulatory, consultation and review processes for projects that impact on transportation (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities).

Benefits for Canadians

This program benefits Canadians because it supports a cleaner and healthier environment. It requires the department to:

• support an environmental management and oversight role at its lands and facilities, including airports and ports; and
• be aware of, and respond to, the environmental impacts of its activities.

Canada's Economic Action Plan

Transport Canada will receive $48.5M in top-up funding from Budget 2009 over the next two years to accelerate activities under the existing Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan (FCSAP). As a commitment under the EAP, Transport Canada will accelerate its site assessment and remediation projects (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities).

2.3 Strategic Outcome #3 - A Safe Transportation System

The Program Activities linked to this Strategic Outcome cover policies, rule making, monitoring and enforcement, and outreach in support of a safe transportation system. Transport Canada supports a safe transportation system across all sectors and modes of transportation by:

• developing national legislation, regulations and standards; and
• providing monitoring, testing, inspection, enforcement, education and outreach activities to promote safety.

The aim of a safe transportation system is the safe passage of people and goods across Canada, without loss of, or damage to, life, health and property. It also:

• enables the efficient flow of people and goods;
• protects the environment from pollution that can result from such events; and
• is essential for a healthy population, a high quality of life and a prosperous economy.

Although Canada still enjoys one of the safest transportation systems in the world, population growth and globalization are posing challenges. It is proving difficult to lower current accident rates as the system grows in size and complexity. To advance safety, Transport Canada is committed to implementing comprehensive approaches that reinforce traditional inspection and enforcement methods with modern risk-based methods called Safety Management Systems (SMS). While the focus in the coming years is to gradually introduce SMS in all modes of transportation, traditional approaches will continue where appropriate.

Transportation safety is enhanced by harmonized and streamlined regulatory regimes that are informed by the expertise of multiple countries. Sharing best practices and cooperating in research during the regulatory development stage results in compliance regimes that are more effective and efficient – a significant benefit to transportation safety.

The following section describes program activities that contribute to a safe transportation system and identifies the expected results, performance indicators and targets for each of them. This section also explains how Transport Canada plans on meeting the expected results and presents the financial and non-financial resources that will be dedicated to each program activity.

Results from this Strategic Outcome contribute to the following Government of Canada outcome:

• A safe and secure Canada

This section will contain a discussion of plans surrounding the following Program Activities:

• 2.3.1 - Aviation Safety
• 2.3.2 - Marine Safety
• 2.3.3 - Rail Safety
• 2.3.4 - Road Safety
• 2.3.5 - Transportation of Dangerous Goods

2.3.1 Program Activity: Aviation Safety

Description: The Aviation Safety Program Activity develops, administers and oversees the policies, regulations and standards necessary for the safe conduct of civil aviation within Canada's borders in a manner harmonized with the international aviation community.

Program Activity: Aviation Safety

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
1,864	240	1,864	242	1,864	246

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
A safe civil aviation system	Five-year average: number of accidents per 100,000 hours of flight and by type of operation	By 2010, maintain 2002/07 average: Canadian Aviation Regulations (CAR) 705 (Airline) 0.28; CAR 704 (Commuter) 1.15; CAR 703 (Air Taxi) 5.47; CAR 702 (Aerial Work) 3.88; CAR 604 (Private) 1.31
	Number of accidents for training and recreational flights	By 2010, maintain accident numbers: CAR 406 (Flight Training) 29.6; Recreational Aviation 277.8 (2007 baseline)
Public confidence in aviation safety	Percentage of Canadian public saying air travel is safe or very safe	By 2011, 90% of respondents say that air travel is safe or very safe

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• continue to improve implementation of the Aviation Safety Management Systems through program evaluation, education, training and reporting; renew employee and stakeholder commitment, with a focus on engaging staff (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities);
• streamline processes and regulations to improve program delivery;
• promote the Canadian Aviation Safety Program internationally;
• align strategies and policies with international authorities to improve aviation safety; and
• promote horizontal cooperation across all Safety Program Activities to work with other Transport Canada Strategic Outcomes and other government departments on common environmental sustainability issues.

Benefits for Canadians

Canada has one of the safest aviation systems in the world, and accident statistics continue their downward trend. The number of aircraft occurrences is at an all-time low, as well. Canada is recognized internationally as having one of the best aviation safety records in the world.

Transport Canada's Aviation Safety program is a key contributor to this record because it regulates the aviation industry so that:

• aeronautical products are designed, manufactured, operated and maintained to ensure safe operation;
• air operators are properly equipped and able to provide safe services;
• flight crews and air traffic controllers are fit and competent; and
• certified aerodromes are safe to use.

2.3.2 Program Activity: Marine Safety

Description: The Marine Safety Program Activity, under the authority of the Canada Shipping Act 2001, the Navigable Waters Protection Act, the Safe Containers Act, the Pilotage Act, the Coasting Trade Act and the Arctic Waters Pollution Prevention Act, develops, implements and administers regulations, policies and standards necessary for the safe, and environmentally sound conduct of marine activities in a manner harmonized with the International Maritime Organization. This program activity promotes safety and provides safety oversight of the marine industry including domestic and foreign vessels as well as pleasure craft; enforces international conventions signed by Canada; and protects the marine environment and the public right to navigate on Canadian waterways.

Program Activity: Marine Safety

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
660	74	660	70	640	67

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
A safe marine transportation system	Rates of accidents/fatalities	By 2015, 5% reduction from 2008 levels
Public confidence in the marine transportation system	Percentage of Canadian public reporting confidence in the safety of the marine transportation system	By 2010 to 2015 (based on strategic plan), 90% respondents say that marine safety is safe or very safe
For more information about Marine Safety objectives and how the program will achieve desired results, see The New Wave: Marine Safety's Strategic Plan 2009-2015.

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• continue to proactively promote a strong safety culture and environmental protection practices with the Canadian Shipping industry, which includes implementing safety management systems. This will promote seafarer safety and protect the marine environment (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities);
• implement a risk-based inspection regime that will provide a framework for targeting high-risk clients and issues. This will:
  
  • support risk-informed decision making;
  • help optimize resources; and
  • safeguard the integrity and reliability of the safety of the marine industry (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities).
• improve departmental integration and partnership with other government departments to protect life and the environment with a harmonized and effective regulatory framework and policies that:
  
  • enforce the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 regulatory reforms;
  • prevent pollution;
  • protect navigable waters; and
  • address Arctic issues.
• enhance the national training program for marine inspectors to promote consistent delivery of marine safety programs for vessel operators and seafarers; and
• align the Marine Safety organization to optimize internal coherence, corporate discipline and alignment to outcomes. This will support effective strategic direction and the delivery of results.

Benefits for Canadians

This program benefits Canadians because it regulates the marine industry so that:

• national and international marine laws are enforced;
• officers and crews of commercial vessels are fit, competent and operate in a safe environment;
• the pilotage of vessels is carried out by trained and certified pilots who maintain navigation safety and protect the environment; and
• information on vessels and ownership is accessible through the registration of commercial vessels.

For example, while the number of fatalities was comparable to the previous five-year average, safety benefits from 2008 data include record low numbers of Canadian vessel accidents for the fifth consecutive year.

2.3.3 Program Activity: Rail Safety

Description: Under the authority of the Railway Safety Act, the Rail Safety Program Activity develops, implements and promotes safety policy, regulations, standards and research. The program provides oversight of the rail industry and promotes public safety at crossings and identifies the risks of trespassing. It also provides funds to improve safety at grade crossings.

Program Activity: Rail Safety

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
202	36	215	39	215	38

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
A safe rail transportation system	Number/rates of accidents and fatalities.	5% reduction in accident rates based on the 5 year average, starting in 2009-10
	Incident rates	5% reduction in incident rates based on the 5 year average, starting in 2009-10
	Level of public confidence	By 2011, 90% of respondents say that rail safety is safe or very safe

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• continue working with industry and union stakeholders to implement Railway Safety Act Review recommendations. This will reduce the risk of accidents and improve the safety of the national rail transportation system (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities);
• continue working with stakeholders to improve safety at grade crossings and educate the public about crossing safety and the dangers of trespassing. This will reduce the number of injuries and fatalities from crossing accidents and trespassing incidents;
• continue to pursue amendments to the Railway Safety Act and develop regulations to support the Act's new authorities. This will enhance the department's powers of oversight and enforcement to ensure that railway companies adhere to safety rules and regulations; and
• continue to implement the Rail Safety Organizational Review to examine our strengths and best practices, build on them, and ultimately redesign and realign our workforce and working methods for maximum efficiency and effectiveness in program and service delivery.

Benefits for Canadians

Canadians benefit from the Rail Safety program's partnerships that work to reduce the loss of life, injuries and damages caused by train derailments, highway/railway crossing collisions and train/pedestrian incidents. For example, from January to September 2009, more than 46,000 children and youth across Canada learned about safety at railway crossings from Operation Lifesaver, sponsored by Transport Canada and its stakeholders.

This program also benefits Canadians because it regulates the rail industry so that:

• rail legislation and rules are enforced;
• rail crews are competently trained and able to handle emergencies; and
• rail equipment and infrastructure meet all applicable safety regulations.

Canada's Economic Action Plan

Transport Canada will receive $68.4M* over five years in top-up funding from Budget 2009 to implement new safety initiatives and enhance the Grade Crossing Improvement Program. The funding will:

• improve oversight of railway Safety Management Systems; and
• increase, by more than 50 per cent, the number of grade crossings to receive safety improvements (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities).

* Excludes funding that does not come to the department (e.g. accommodation).

2.3.4 Program Activity: Road Safety

Description: Guided by the Motor Vehicle Safety Act and the Motor Vehicle Transport Act, the Road Safety Program Activity develops standards and regulations, provides oversight and engages in public outreach in order to reduce the deaths, injuries and social costs caused by motor vehicle use; and improve public confidence in the safety of Canada's road transportation system.

Program Activity: Road Safety

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
119	40	114	22	114	24

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
Safe roads	Number/Rates of fatalities and serious injuries	30% reduction based on baseline period (1996-2001)
Public confidence in the safety of the road system	Percentage of Canadian that express high confidence	By 2015 50% have high confidence

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• amend the Motor Vehicle Safety Act (MVSA) to:
  
  • improve vehicle safety, regulatory efficiency and harmonization;
  • support competitiveness; and
  • comply with the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The NAFTA amendment to the MVSA will increase the choice of vehicles for Canadians and also bring Canada into compliance with specific NAFTA requirements;
    
• advance harmonizing Canada's vehicle safety standards with United States and Europe, which will make vehicles safer, reduce cost to manufacturers, and make more vehicle models available to Canadians;
• participate in developing an International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Safety Management Systems standard for road safety. The ISO SMS standard for roads will help reduce deaths and injuries resulting from road collisions. By offering an international standard to companies and organizations (including government), management systems for operations and accountability mechanisms that will increase road safety can be established (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities);
• complete implementation of a child seat safety action plan and release reports and notices on child seat testing; and
• develop, with provinces and territories, a successor plan to Road Safety Vision 2010.

Benefits for Canadians

This program benefits Canadians because it:

• raises public awareness of road safety issues;
• improves communication, cooperation and collaboration among road safety agencies;
• collects reliable safety data to help determine the best ways to reduce the number of road collisions;
• improves enforcement measures for motor vehicle, child seat, and tire standards that manufacturers must meet; and
• puts in place legislation and develops standards and regulations that enhance safety for motor vehicle occupants, as well as pedestrians and cyclists.

For example, the program will work to amend the Motor Vehicle Safety Act and continue to advance Road Safety Vision 2010 targets to reduce road-related deaths and serious injuries 30 per cent by 2010, saving 900 lives and preventing 4,900 serious injuries each year.

Canada's Economic Action Plan

Transport Canada will receive $14.2 million over two years in top-up funding from Budget 2009 to complete the modernization of the Motor Vehicle Test Centre in Blainville, Quebec, and enhance the government's science and technology capacity in areas of its regulatory responsibilities. The 30 year-old test track and propulsion system used to accelerate test vehicles into barriers and other vehicles need to be replaced. Their capacity will be expanded to allow us to:

• crash test heavy vehicles such as motor coaches and school buses; and
• carry out moving car to moving car collisions and rollover collisions.

Improvements also include new laboratory space to house a Vulnerable Road User Laboratory for testing, in support of developing new harmonized regulations to reduce pedestrian and cyclist injuries (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities).

2.3.5 Program Activity: Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Description: Required by the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, 1992, the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Program Activity, based on risk, develops safety standards and regulations, provides oversight and gives expert advice (e.g. Canadian Transport Emergency Centre (canutec)) on dangerous goods incidents to: promote public safety in the transportation of dangerous goods by all modes of transport in Canada; identify threats to public safety, and enforce the Act and its regulations; guide emergency response and limit the impact of incidents involving the transportation of dangerous goods; and develop policy and conduct research to enhance safety.

Program Activity: Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
133	14	131	14	131	14

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
Public safety during the transportation of dangerous goods	Number of accidental releases from means of containment during normal conditions of transport	For 2010, zero accidental releases from means of containment during normal conditions of transport
	Number of deaths or injuries attributed to the dangerous goods	For 2010, zero deaths and for injuries – baseline + 5% reduction

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• update the Transportation of Dangerous Goods regulations to align with the safety and security requirements of the amended Act;
• advance aligning regulations through bi-lateral agreements with international authorities to ensure that Canada's interests are communicated and considered as international regulations and technical standards for the transportation of dangerous goods are developed. Transportation of dangerous goods operates in a global economy, and aligned regulations ensure that the transportation system performs in a safer and more efficient manner; and
• strengthen TDG's safety and security compliance and enforcement program for the transportation of dangerous goods by working closely with other federal and provincial agencies. This program regulates transportation of the dangerous goods industry through legislation, regulations and standards with the goal of eliminating incidents involving dangerous goods.

Benefits for Canadians

The program benefits Canadians because it protects their health, property and environment from the accidental release of dangerous goods during normal conditions of transport by:

• ensuring that persons involved in any aspect of transporting dangerous goods comply with safety legislation, regulations and standards to prevent the accidental release of harmful material;
• ensuring the implementation of Transport Canada's approved industry Emergency Response Assistance Plan in the event of an accident; and
• providing expert advice about dangerous goods to firefighters and other first
  responders through its world-renowned 24-hour-a-day / 7-day-a-week emergency response centre, canutec.

2.4 Strategic Outcome #4 - A Secure Transportation System

A secure transportation system is vital to Canada's competitiveness and standard of living. International confidence in the security of Canadian transportation infrastructure is critical because as a trading nation, Canada must move products across vast distances to world markets. Public confidence is also critical, as the number of people using the various modes of transportation increases every year.

Transport Canada promotes a secure transportation system by developing policies, programs, regulations, and enforcing these regulations in response to emerging security risks. The department's role is diverse and complex, as reflected in the many activities that include enhancing the security of urban transit systems, railways, ports and airports across Canada. Through these activities, Transport Canada works with its national and international partners to advance a shared and effective transportation security agenda.

Canadians deserve a secure transportation system that uses innovative ways to manage risks while protecting their rights and privacy. In addition, our allies need to be confident that our transportation system is not used as a means to threaten them. Transport Canada supports the safe and efficient movement of people and goods, against a backdrop that includes globalization, terrorism and national security challenges.

Results from this Strategic Outcome contribute to the following Government of Canada outcome:

• A safe and secure Canada

This section contains a discussion of plans surrounding the following Program Activities:

• 2.4.1 Aviation Security
• 2.4.2 Marine Security
• 2.4.3 Surface and Intermodal Security

2.4.1 Program Activity: Aviation Security

Description: The Aviation Security Program develops, administers and oversees policies, programs, regulations and standards necessary for a secure Canadian aviation system in a manner harmonized with the international aviation community.

Program Activity: Aviation Security

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
253	29	253	27	253	26

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
A secure aviation system	Composite index of level aviation security (to be developed by 2009-10)	By 2015, Aviation Security is rated high to very high on the index (subject to change once composite index is developed)
Level of credibility of aviation security internationally	Number of adjustments made to the Canadian Aviation Security Regulatory Framework to achieve international acceptance	Two adjustments or less are made to the Canadian Aviation Security Regulatory Framework to achieve international acceptance
Public confidence in the security of the aviation transportation system	Percentage of Canadians that express confidence in the security of Canada's aviation system	Ninety per cent of the public has high or moderate confidence in the security of Canada's aviation system

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• enhance aviation security through the Memorandum of Understanding between Transport Canada and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for improved sharing of criminal intelligence and information in support of Transportation Security Clearances. This agreement enables us to better assess the potential risks posed by individuals who, by the nature of their work, require access to restricted areas of airports. Security improvements are only efficient if those who manage and exploit them are reliable and trustworthy (◊ key initiative under Transport Canada's Operational Priorities).

Benefits for Canadians

The program benefits Canadians because it aligns the security of the aviation system with risk so that:

• they can continue to enjoy broad access to the flights and air cargo they want, with minimal costs, delays or hassles;
• they or their property will be reasonably protected from terrorist attack while travelling by air;
• the possibility of the aviation system being used as a means to threaten Canadian allies will be minimized;
• Canada's aviation security is equal to or better than that of our international trading partners; and
• the aviation system would respond and recover quickly in the event of a security incident.

2.4.2 Program Activity: Marine Security

Description: The Marine Security Program Activity, with partners, enforces the Marine Transportation Security Act to protect Canada and Canadians in a way that respects Canadian values. It safeguards integrity and security, and preserves the efficiency of Canada's Marine Transportation System against unlawful interference, terrorist attacks, or from being used as a means to attack our allies.

Program Activity: Marine Security

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
161	21	163	21	133	17

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
A secure marine transportation system	Under development: indicator to be based on the Marine Transportation Security Regulations incidents	Baseline to be established in 2011, reduction of number, frequency and intensity of Marine Transportation Security Regulations (MTSR) incidents by 10% by 2015
Level of credibility of marine security internationally	Number of countries imposing special security measures on goods and people arriving from Canada	By 2010, zero countries imposing special security measures on goods and people arriving from Canada
Public confidence in the security of the marine transportation system	% of surveyed population reporting confidence in marine security	90% of surveyed population reporting confidence in marine security by 2015

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• advance development of an updated government-wide Marine Security Strategy;
• achieve interim operating capability for Coastal Marine Security Operations Centres (MSOC) and initial implementation of the Great Lakes MSOC;
• propose solutions to interdepartmental Information Sharing issues;
• review and update the Marine Transportation Security Regulations, including harmonization with our international partners and the US; and
• enhance the Marine Security Oversight Program through further strengthening of policies, standards and procedures.

Benefits for Canadians

The program benefits Canadians because:

• ports and vessels have security measures in place, helping to protect them from terrorist attack;
• the possibility of the marine system being used as a means to threaten Canadian allies is minimized;
• Canada's marine security standards meet or exceed international standards and these standards are harmonized with those of the United States and other key trading partners;
• Canada remains in high standing within the international community for marine security so that Canadians can continue to enjoy easier access to competitively priced goods and services; and
• the marine system is capable of responding and recovering quickly in the event of a security incident.

2.4.3 Program Activity: Surface and Intermodal Security

Description: Guided by the Rail Safety Act, the International Bridges and Tunnels Act and the federal government's transportation security mandate, the Surface and Intermodal Security Program Activity enhances the security of surface and intermodal transportation – mainly rail and urban transit – against direct terrorist attack. Working with partners to protect Canada and Canadians in a way that respects Canadian values and preserves the efficiency of the transportation system, the program provides federal leadership, and develops and enforces regulatory and voluntary frameworks (regulations, codes of practice, memoranda of understanding).*

Program Activity: Surface and Intermodal Security

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
44	7	39	6	39	6

Program Activity Expected Results	Performance Indicators	Targets
Urban transit operators aware of and adopt voluntary and regulatory requirements when latter are in place.	Percentage of awareness and adoption among category level 1 and 2 operators of voluntary and regulatory requirements	100% awareness among urban transit operators by 2011
		By 2011, category 1-80% adoption, and category 2-50% adoption
Rail transportation (passenger and freight) operators aware of and adopt voluntary and regulatory requirements (when latter in place)	% of operators that are aware of voluntary frameworks	100% awareness by passenger and freight operators by 2011
	% of class 1 railways and selected commuter rail (eg. AMT, GoTransit, West Coast Express) that adopt voluntary frameworks	100% voluntary adoption by passenger and freight operators by 2011

* The PA description for Surface and Intermodal Security has been amended to reflect the end of the Transit-Secure Contribution program on March 31, 2009. This amendment will be reflected in the Main Estimates.

Planning Highlights

During the planning period, the program will:

• develop a comprehensive surface and intermodal security strategy to 2015;
• develop security policy and regulatory frameworks for international bridge and tunnels and the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) security for surface and intermodal transportation;
• strengthen oversight of the voluntary rail security regime;
• continue to build industry capacity in rail and transit security by developing and implementing Codes of Practice conducting exercises and training, developing tools and guidance material and increasing awareness for the operators; and
• conduct security assessments for the Atlantic Gateway and Corridor.

Benefits for Canadians

The program benefits Canadians because it:

• raises industry awareness of security issues;
• improves communication, cooperation and collaboration on security issues among transportation operators such as railways, trucking companies, bus lines and public transit authorities;
• works with international partners to strengthen surface and multi-modal transportation security requirements; and
• makes sure that the system has the ability and capacity to resume the efficient movement of people and goods in the event of a terrorist attack.

2.5 Program Activity: Internal Services

Description: 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. These groups are: Management and Oversight Services; Communications Services; Legal Services; Human Resources Management Services; Financial Management Services; Information Management Services; Information Technology Services; Real Property Services; Material Services; Acquisition Services; and Travel and Other Administrative Services. Internal Services include only those activities and resources that apply across an organization.

Program Activity: Internal Services

Human Resources (FTEs) and Planned Spending ($ millions)
2010-11		2011-12		2012-13
FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending	FTEs	Planned Spending
1,292	177	1,288	169	1,277	176

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