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Name of Transfer Payment Program 1: Contributions to International Astronomical Observatories Program

Start date: 1978 (Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope (CFHT))

End date: N/A

Fiscal Year for Ts & Cs: 2011-12

Strategic Outcome: Canadians have access to research and development information and infrastructure.

Program Activity: National Science and Technology Infrastructure

Description: Astronomy has become a global science. The increasing cost of leading-edge observatories and the scarcity of ideal observation sites have led to a greater focus on international collaboration for large-scale astronomy projects which lead to advances in our knowledge and understanding of the universe.

NRC, in collaboration with other international bodies, provides financial contributions to support the management and operations of offshore ground-based observatories and their related facilities, such as the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope (CFHT, commissioned in 1979), the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope (JCMT, 1987), the twin telescopes of the Gemini Observatory (GEMINI, 1993), the Atacama Large Millimeter Array (ALMA, 2008). NRC also participates in the oversight and direction of these facilities and their research capabilities.

International agreements governing these observatories are long-term commitments that specify contributions to support preconstruction design and development, construction, operation and maintenance, capital improvements (e.g., development of new astronomical instruments and other facility upgrades) and decommissioning of the international ground-based observatories and their related facilities. In addition, they include commitments to support the partner user communities to ensure a fair and progressive use of these observatories. NRC's Herzberg Institute of Astrophysics (NRC-HIA) participates in the governance of these international facilities on behalf of the Canadian astronomy research community and provides appropriate support, including sophisticated data management services and instrumentation. Through NRC's financial contribution and other in-kind contributions, the Canadian astronomy community is assured merit-based access to these facilities with appropriate support.

Expected results:

• Canadian astronomers have access to leading-edge facilities and technology.
• Qualified students and post-doctoral researchers have access to facilities to advance their training.
• Canada plays a prominent role in international scientific endeavours.
• Scientific benefit of telescopes to the Canadian and the global community is maximized through progressive science programs using leading-edge instrumentation.
• Canadian industry has increased opportunities to participate in advanced scientific projects and increased opportunities to benefit from contracts and technology development.

	($ millions)
	Forecast Spending 2011-12	Planned Spending 2012-13	Planned Spending 2013-14	Planned Spending 2014-15
Total Grants
Total Contributions	10.3	10.0	10.0	10.0
Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
Total Transfer Payments	10.3	10.0	10.0	10.0

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation: 2011-12

Decision following the Results of Last Evaluation: Continuation

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation: 2015-16

General Targeted Recipient Group: Foreign states or intergovernmental organizations that have entered into international agreements with Canada (NRC) to support costs related to ground-based astronomical observatories.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients: NRC manages observatories owned by the Government of Canada for the benefit of the Canadian astronomy research community, aligning its contributions to the priorities of the community's Long Range Plan for Astronomy and Astrophysics. NRC participates on the Boards which oversee the observatories to ensure that the science directions and programs of the facilities reflect Canadian strengths and interests. In addition, NRC ensures that these activities increase opportunities for Canadian researchers and firms to develop relevant instrumentation for the observatories. To carry out its roles effectively, NRC provides current information about each observatory to community-based committees of scientists which, in turn, provide expert advice on observatory operations and development.

NRC provides support to the user community through numerous services extending from administering the time allocation process for Canadian researchers through to delivery of science-ready data to the research community (through its Canadian Astronomy Data Centre). NRC ensures that the Canadian astronomy and astrophysics community is provided with merit-based access to the observatories in the program.

In addition, NRC runs outreach activities geared to young people and the general public to increase their interest in science and, in particular, astronomy. The Centre of the Universe is an interpretive centre that provides both scientific and historical information to school groups in the greater Victoria area. Its staff also serves in leadership roles for regional and national outreach activities, such as National Science and Technology Week, science outreach to First Nations, and student science contests. NRC staff participates in outreach activities of the individual observatories of which Canada has a share, engaging broader communities including groups local to the telescopes.

Name of Transfer Payment Program 2: Contributions to TRIUMF

Start date: April 1, 1977

End date: March 31, 2015

Fiscal Year for Ts & Cs: 1977-78

Strategic Outcome: Canadians have access to research and development information and infrastructure.

Program Activity: National Science and Technology Infrastructure

Description: TRIUMF is Canada's national laboratory for nuclear and particle physics, and one of Canada's key investments in large-scale research infrastructure. It provides world-class facilities for research in sub-atomic physics, life sciences, nuclear medicine and materials science. A consortium of eleven Canadian universities own and manage the operations of TRIUMF. TRIUMF receives its federal funding in five-year allocations via a Contribution Agreement from NRC, which plays an important oversight and stewardship role for TRIUMF on behalf of the Government of Canada. TRIUMF received funding of $222.3M for the 2010-15 period of its new plan.

Expected results:

• The maintenance of a national facility for sub-atomic physics in a safe, secure and reliable manner and an ongoing experimental program
• Excellent Canadian sub-atomic physics research, which includes innovative research in nuclear physics, nuclear astrophysics, materials science and life sciences
• Continuing Canada's connection with international particle physics research facilities in order that Canadian scientists may be involved in research programs at the forefront of particle physics
• Important opportunities for Canadian university research and attracting scientists from the international community to Canada
• Economic benefits of the TRIUMF program research to Canadian companies through technology transfer activities, contracts and procurement policies.

	($ millions)
	Forecast Spending 2011-12	Planned Spending 2012-13	Planned Spending 2013-14	Planned Spending 2014-15
Total Grants
Total Contributions	44.0	44.0	44.3	45.0
Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
Total Transfer Payments	44.0	44.0	44.3	45.0

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation: 2008-09

Decision following the Results of Last Evaluation: Continuation

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation: 2014-15

General Targeted Recipient Group: TRIUMF

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients: NRC chairs the Agency Committee on TRIUMF, which includes all the federal agencies that provide funding to activities at TRIUMF, providing TRIUMF management the opportunity to update the Committee on progress and discuss future directions for the facility.

NRC also manages the Advisory Committee on TRIUMF, gathering together key stakeholders including NSERC, the Canadian Institute of Nuclear Physics and the Canadian Institute of Particle Physics to ensure that TRIUMF's directions are well aligned with the research community's needs and that TRIUMF is working with all constituencies of the Canadian sub-atomic physics community to establish priorities appropriate to a national program in this discipline. The Committee considers all aspects of the TRIUMF program, with a particular emphasis on technological issues that should be considered to ensure the relevance, impact and world class standing of TRIUMF S&T programs. Both Committees allow for extended discussion with TRIUMF's management, ensuring that investments made on behalf of the research community are optimal.

TRIUMF has a staff of 340 scientists, engineers, and technicians, and a further 140 postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and co-op students, thereby training the next generation of leaders. As a natural magnet for young minds, TRIUMF has designed numerous programs aimed at young people, students, teachers and the general public, to ensure that as many as possible benefit from the scientific program and the excitement that exists within one of Canada's premier laboratories.

Name of Transfer Payment Program 3: Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP)

Start date: April 1, 2008

End date: March 31, 2013

Fiscal Year for Ts & Cs: 2007-08

Strategic Outcome: Advancements in the development and deployment of innovative technologies in targeted Canadian industries and national priority areas in support of federal priorities in innovation and science and technology.

Program Activity: Industrial Research Assistance

Description: This program provides a range of technical and business-oriented advisory services, as well as financial support for small and medium-sized (SME) Canadian businesses engaged in research and development of technological innovations. The program is important for enabling enterprises to generate significant economic activity for Canadian industry by augmenting the capacity and capability of enterprises to innovate and commercialize. Financial support is provided through a transfer payment program delivered by a cross-Canada network of more than 250 professionals, including over 200 Industrial Technology Advisors (ITAs), located in approximately 100 communities. The field staff of professionals, recognized for their scientific, technical, engineering, business expertise, and knowledge of SMEs, provides clients with customized value-added advice, information, referrals and financial assistance. They work with clients at all stages of the innovation-commercialization continuum, including: project development; access to technical assistance, financial, business, marketing or management advice; access to competitive technical information; patent searches; and access to local, regional, national or international linkages. NRC-IRAP Advisors represent and promote NRC-IRAP in the community innovation system and build effective regional innovation system relationships for the benefit of SMEs. This includes working with organizations that receive NRC-IRAP contributions as well as with other organizations to facilitate the implementation of multi-sector, multi-partner initiatives that are relevant to SMEs regionally and nationally. Through its Canadian HIV Technology Development (CHTD) component, NRC-IRAP supports SMEs that participate in the development of an HIV vaccine and other technologies related to the prevention, treatment and diagnosis of HIV. As well, NRC-IRAP supports the placement of graduates in SMEs through its participation in the delivery of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada's Youth Employment Strategy (YES).

Expected results:

• Stimulation of innovation in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Canada which leads to wealth creation for Canada.

	($ millions)
	Forecast Spending 2011-12	Planned Spending 2012-13	Planned Spending 2013-14	Planned Spending 2014-15
Total Grants
Total Contributions	90.41	89.4	89.4	89.4
Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
Total Transfer Payments	90.41	89.4	89.4	89.4

¹ FY2011-12 up to FY2014-15 include CHTD/HIV planned budget as per Treasury Board submission. For 2011-12 CHTD/HIV planned expenditures are $1.3M.↑

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation: 2006-07

Decision following the Results of Last Evaluation: Continuation

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation: 2011-12

General Targeted Recipient Group: SMEs and Not-for-Profit Organizations

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients: NRC-IRAP is a national program managed on a regional basis with ITAs across the country providing one-on-one service to all recipients.

Recipients work closely with an assigned ITA to build their project proposal through multiple interactions. ITAs are engaged with recipients throughout the entire contribution management process on a one-on-one basis and frequently meet before a contribution agreement is signed.

At the end of their funded project, recipients are required to complete an on-line Post-Project Assessment. This assessmentgoes beyond collecting the essential information on the project to capture information on the recipient's experience with NRC-IRAP. Such information is used to provide insights on continuous program improvements.

Another important initiative which feeds into recipient engagement is NRC-IRAP's commitment to published service standards. The Program has recently developed service standards for decision making and payment to recipients. Combined with a number of pledges, NRC-IRAP will cross reference recipient feedback with its commitment to further improve the program.

NRC-IRAP has an Advisory Board composed of 10 to 12 members from the industry sector and industry associations. This Board provides advice to NRC-IRAP management and brings an external perspective on the strategic directions and management of the program.

NRC-IRAP is actively engaged with Treasury Board Secretariat Grants and Contributions Reform. Participation in workshops and constant alignment with recent Treasury Board Secretariat policy and guidelines has enabled the program to steadily move toward principles such a Recipient Engagement Strategy.

Name of Transfer Payment Program 4: Digital Technologies Adoption Pilot Program (DTAPP)

Start date: December 1, 2011

End date: March 31, 2014

Fiscal Year for Ts & Cs: 2011-12

Strategic Outcome: Advancements in the development and deployment of innovative technologies in targeted Canadian industries and national priority areas in support of federal priorities in innovation and science and technology.

Program Activity: Industrial Research Assistance

Description: DTAPP is a pilot program aimed at accelerating the adoption of digital technologies in SMEs through advisory and financial support to SMEs and Organizations and to furthering Industry Canada's understanding of the factors involved in such adoption, with an eye to possible future policy development. DTAPP will be promoted to all sectors across Canada.

Through DTAPP, NRC will be directly involved in supporting and increasing the adoption of digital technologies in SMEs. NRC plans to offer assistance to SMEs in the following ways:

• Providing advisory services to SMEs;
• Providing contribution funding to eligible SMEs for digital technologies adoption projects; and
• Engaging colleges and other organizations to assist SMEs in digital technologies adoption.

DTAPP will be promoted to all sectors across Canada. Any firm considered an SME (500 employees or fewer) from any sector or location in Canada can come forward for assessment and advice. However, as this is a three-year pilot program, it cannot address all types of digital technologies adoption in all sectors of the economy.

DTAPP will build upon NRC-IRAP's existing delivery capacity, including its structures, processes, and resources.

Expected results:

• Increased capacity of colleges to support digital technology solutions to SMEs (industry liaison infrastructure, courses offered, services provided)
• Increased capacity of engaged SMEs to adopt digital technology (level of knowledge, skilled resources)
• Improved adoption of digital technologies by engaged SMEs (level of investment, type, sector, region)

	($ millions)
	Forecast Spending 2011-12	Planned Spending 2012-13	Planned Spending 2013-14	Planned Spending 2014-15
Total Grants
Total Contributions	3.0	24.9	26.2	N/A
Total Other Types of Transfer Payments
Total Transfer Payments	3.0	24.9	26.2	N/A

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation: N/A

Decision following the Results of Last Evaluation: N/A

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation: 2012-13

General Targeted Recipient Group: SMEs and Not-for-Profit Organizations

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients: DTAPP is a national pilot program delivered by ITAs in more than 100 communities across the country who provide a one-on-one service to all DTAPP clients.

As a pilot, DTAPP allows NRC-IRAP to discuss aspects of program delivery and client needs that will feed into operational and educational practices. DTAPP clients work closely with an assigned ITA to build their digital technology adoption plan. ITAs are engaged with DTAPP clients throughout the entire adoption process on a one-on-one basis.

To raise awareness of this new program, NRC-IRAP is employing the use of advertising and promotional materials, a web-site and public events.

Mandatory reporting on meeting the requirements of Section 7 of the Policy on Green Procurement, as applicable to departments and agencies bound by the Policy on Green Procurement but not the Federal Sustainable Development Act, should be reported here.

Performance Measure	RPP	DPR
Policy Implementation Status (Optional)

Targets / Strategies / Comments

1. In 2012-13, NRC plans to introduce a new process for disposing of assets which will allow other potential end users at NRC the opportunity to obtain/use these assets prior to them being disposed of through Crown Assets Distribution Centres (CADC), thus reducing the number of assets being declared surplus and reusing those which are of value to other units within NRC.
2. NRC continues to use Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) standing offers for commodities available and indicated as green.
3. NRC will be implementing a Vehicle Utilization analysis in the NCR. The focus of the analysis will be:
   1. Vehicle Utilization: by using trip logs, underused vehicles will be easily identified and continued use would need to be justified.
   2. Right-sizing vehicles: Number of passengers; this variable will be recorded for every trip and may indicate that downsizing would be appropriate.
   3. Vehicle purpose: function of vehicle: essential to identify each vehicle's function to ensure each is being used appropriately, i.e. vehicles designated for specific purpose but seldom used for this function; vehicles being used infrequently on long trips when alternate modes of transportation should be considered.
   4. Trip logs will be used for every vehicle with the purpose of identifying those vehicles where it would be beneficial to replace high fuel consumption vehicles with those that use less.
4. NRC continues to encourage suppliers to use electronic means to submit contract and bid documentation, invoices and reports where feasible to do so.
5. NRC is reviewing practices with the intent of consolidating large purchases with key suppliers to reduce packaging, shipping costs and returning packaging for reuse by suppliers.
6. NRC continues to review waste reduction plans to find other areas of opportunity.

Name of Horizontal Initiative: Genomics R&D Initiative (GRDI)

Name of lead department: National Research Council

Lead department program activity: Health and Life Science Technologies

Start date of the Horizontal Initiative: 1999-2000

End date of the Horizontal Initiative: 2013-14 (renewed in 2011-12)

Total federal funding allocation (start to end date): $ 293,800,000

Description of the Horizontal Initiative (including funding agreement): The Genomics R&D Initiative (GRDI) was established for the purpose of building and maintaining capacity inside government departments to do genomics research. As an enabling technology, genomics provides powerful tools and precise information to support operational mandates and upon which policy and regulatory decisions can be based. Federal science-based departments and agencies interact with partners, stakeholders and clients and link these enabling tools and technologies to value-added applications that enable Canada to respond to national priorities, deliver on government mandates and support the development of wealth for Canadians.

These applications range from international requirements for genomics enabled testing to support access of exported products; the ability to interpret and assess genomics information submitted with product information for regulatory oversight; the development of assays and products using genomics approaches for enhancing the health of Canadians, the environment and sustainability of human activities; socio-economic and ethical considerations related to the use and integration of genomics in health care, environmental sustainability activities, and consumer and industrial products and applications; as well as facilitating Canadians' access to accurate and understandable information concerning genome sciences. Focusing specifically on issues that involve living organisms, the GRDI's overarching goal is thus to contribute solutions to issues that are important to Canadians, with particular attention to the role that federal government research plays in finding these solutions. Additional information may be found on the GRDI web site.

Shared outcomes: A Performance Measurement Strategy was developed for the Initiative in 2011. It presents two intermediate outcomes:

1. Government policy makers and regulators have used research results for evidence-based regulatory, policy, and resource management decisions, and
2. Private and public stakeholders involved in the innovation continuum in Canada have adopted innovative or improved tools and processes using research results; as well as three long-term outcomes: 1) Improved human health in Canada, 2) Enhanced sustainability and management of Canada's environment, agriculture, forestry and fisheries sectors, and
3. Improved food safety and security in Canada.

Governance structure: An interdepartmental ADM Coordinating Committee (CC) has been established to oversee collective management and coordination of the federal GRDI. It is chaired by the lead agency (NRC) with membership at the ADM-level from each of the organizations receiving funding, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), and guest representatives from Industry Canada and Genome Canada. It is responsible for the overall strategic direction for the GRDI and approval of investment priorities. It ensures that effective priority setting mechanisms are established within departments and agencies, and that government objectives and priorities are addressed. The Committee also ensures that common management principles are implemented and collaborations between organizations are pursued wherever relevant and possible. It typically meets three times a year at the call of the Chair, more often when warranted by specific needs for decision-making.

An Interdepartmental Working Group (WG) supports the work of the committee. It is chaired by the lead agency (NRC) with membership at the Director level from all participating departments/agencies, the CFIA, and Industry Canada. The mandate of the WG is to provide recommendations and strategic advice to the ADM CC regarding strategic priority setting and overall management of the GRDI. The WG is responsible for providing direction to GRDI program activities related to operational delivery, implementation planning and investment priority setting. The WG also supports evaluation and reporting requirements related to the Initiative. It meets about every two months, more often when warranted by specific needs for recommendations and advice, as well as to develop and approve the GRDI Annual Performance Report.

A Coordination Function, housed at NRC, provides GRDI-wide program coordination, communication, networking and outreach support. This includes support to the ADM CC and the GRDI WG, transparent and effective communication to departments of the planning cycle, process requirements, financial administration and other project management requirements, and support for interdepartmental shared project planning and implementation. This function is also responsible for conducting studies and analyses to serve as input to determination of GRDI-wide research priorities, and providing management and administration support, as well as support for performance management, reporting, evaluation, and communications.

Planning Highlights: Fiscal year 2012-13 is the second year of GRDI Phase V. Phase V seeks to:

1. address shared priorities through horizontal integration and effective collaborations around two interdepartmental projects; and
2. support the priorities, policies and mandates of government through concerted high calibre genomics research in areas where federal laboratories have distinct roles and competencies.

The development of interdepartmental projects, while continuing to invest in mandated research, represents an important transition for the Initiative that will ensure continued relevance and impact of the R&D for Canadians. The overall risk related to the funding and delivery of the GRDI program was evaluated during the planning stages of the 2010 GRDI evaluation, and was found to be medium-low.

Federal Partners: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR), Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Environment Canada (EC), Health Canada (HC), National Research Council (NRC), Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC).

Federal Partner: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)

Federal Partner Program Activity (PA)	Names of Programs for Federal Partners	($ millions)
		Total Allocation (from Start to End Date)	Planned Spending for 2012-13
Science, Innovation and Adoption	Canadian Crop Genomics Initiative (CCGI)	86.3	4.8
Total		86.3	4.8

Expected Results: Investment in genomics research will be focused in three broad categories:

1. biodiversity, gene mining and functional analysis;
2. delivery of genomics discoveries through bioinformatics and physical tools; and
3. enhancing the efficiency of plant breeding.

Biodiversity, gene mining and functional analysis focus on the identification and extraction of genes for desirable traits. Bioinformatics and physical tools are required to enhance the efficiency of this process. Improved access to both biological materials and data sets will assist and accelerate the adoption of new technologies and the pace of commercialization. The new knowledge generated by these program areas will lay the scientific foundation for major advances in the genetic improvement of crops which will be critical in the next decade. To take full advantage of these new opportunities, Canada must have a responsive regulatory system that has the most effective and efficient testing and inspection tools at its disposal. In Phase V, AAFC will increase its commitment to work more closely with its portfolio partner, the CFIA, on genomics research projects that support mutual needs.

Federal Partner: Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)

Federal Partner Program Activity (PA)	Names of Programs for Federal Partners	($ millions)
		Total Allocation (from Start to End Date)	Planned Spending for 2012-13
Biotechnology and Genomics	National Aquatic Biotechnology and Genomics R&D Strategy	12.9	0.7
Total		12.9	0.7

Expected Results: Genomics-enabled research within DFO will continue to be aligned within the following themes:

1. Genetic Profiling of Aquatic Resources: DFO has responsibility for providing scientific advice and research for over 650 fish, invertebrate, and mammal species. There is enormous potential for the development of genomic tools relevant to those species under management, and particularly those that are of management concern;
2. Research and Development of Genomic Approaches for Aquatic Animal Health Diagnostic Tools to Protect Aquatic Ecosystems: Aquatic animal health research under this theme includes the genomics research concerning the health of aquatic animals that fall under DFO legislative authority. Further research incorporating genomics approaches to aquatic animal health will better position Canada to respond and manage aquatic animal resources, particularly under changing environmental conditions;
3. Aquatic Ecosystem Health: Genomics approaches offer opportunities for increasing our understanding of the aquatic ecosystem, and are anticipated to be an important tool for applying an ecosystem approach to managing aquatic resources and healthy and productive aquatic ecosystems.

Federal Partner: Environment Canada (EC)

Federal Partner Program Activity (PA)	Names of Programs for Federal Partners	($ millions)
		Total Allocation (from Start to End Date)	Planned Spending for 2012-13
Climate Change and Clean Air	Strategic Technology Applications of Genomics in the Environment (STAGE)	14.6	0.8
Total		14.6	0.8

Expected Results: The Strategic Technology Applications of Genomics in the Environment program aims at enhancing EC's applications of genomics-based tools and technologies for responsible decision-making. EC will continue to show leadership in environmental genomics and foster collaboration in other departments and external institutions. Genomics research supports EC's Science Plan in crucial areas such as understanding cumulative risks and managing risks, optimizing opportunities, and building resilience. This will assist the delivery of EC's obligations as a signatory of, and regulator for, major environmental legislation and agreements such as the Fisheries Act, the Toxic Substance Management Policy, the Chemical Management Plan, the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, and the Canadian Aquatic Biomonitoring Network.

Federal Partner: Health Canada (HC)

Federal Partner Program Activity (PA)	Names of Programs for Federal Partners	($ millions)
		Total Allocation (from Start to End Date)	Planned Spending for 2012-13
Emergent Health Issues	GRDI	51.1	1.6
Total		51.1	1.6

Expected Results: Genomics research will continue to focus on four priority areas of investment for strengthening the department's regulatory role:

1. Regulatory knowledge on therapeutics and biologics: studies will be conducted for the identification of biomarkers associated with the safety evaluation of health products;
2. Regulatory knowledge on food safety and nutrition: genomics research will be undertaken to detect food-borne contaminants; to characterize the health effects of food contaminants, nutrients, novel foods/food ingredients, and pre- and pro-biotics for enhanced regulatory decisions; and to develop biomarkers to monitor cellular and physiological responses in the context of nutrition and disease susceptibility of defined populations;
3. Regulatory knowledge to protect human health from potential adverse effects of environmental contaminants, consumer products, and pesticides: research will focus on effectively and efficiently assessing the hazards of environmental contaminants, occupational health hazards, pesticides, and consumer products; and
4. Research on socio-ethical impacts of genomics technologies and products: bioethics and benefit-sharing best practices will be developed for genetic research, with studies pertaining to ethical, legal, and social issues of genomics to address the use of DNA samples for research purposes.

Federal Partner: Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC)

Federal Partner Program Activity (PA)	Names of Programs for Federal Partners	($ millions)
		Total Allocation (from Start to End Date)	Planned Spending for 2012-13
Science and Technology for Public Health	GRDI	5.1	1.6
Total		5.1	1.6

Expected Results: Two themes guide research activities of the GRDI for PHAC:

1. Public Health Pathogenomics: generating, synthesizing, and moving new knowledge on pathogen genomics and related sciences into enhanced infectious disease surveillance, prevention and control programs. New applications to be targeted will take the form of novel diagnostics, molecular risk assessment tools, vaccines, intervention strategies, and methods for mitigating antimicrobial resistance.
2. Public Health Genomics: generating, synthesizing, and translating new knowledge in human genomics and related sciences with the aim of enhancing diagnostic, health promotion and preventative efforts, such as modulation of risk factors for chronic and infectious diseases and/or predictive genetic screening.

Federal Partner: Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)

Federal Partner Program Activity (PA)	Names of Programs for Federal Partners	($ millions)
		Total Allocation (from Start to End Date)	Planned Spending for 2012-13
Economic Opportunities for Natural Resources	GRDI	28.1	1.6
Total		28.1	1.6

Expected Results: Genomics research will address the challenges faced by Canada's forest sector by using that knowledge for commercial innovation. Canada's capacity and expertise in forest genomics will address the needs of the forest sector by:

1. identifying genes of commercially important traits such as wood quality, growth and resistance, giving tree breeders the ability to select superior trees in seedlings as young as a year;
2. the production of innovative molecular technologies that will allow the identification or diagnosis of potentially invasive pests;
3. furthering our understanding of the interactions between hosts and pests or hosts and beneficial microorganisms for the development of environmentally friendly forest management approaches, including, biological control methods; and
4. investigating bioenergy solutions via improved feedstock and/or novel enzymatic processes and associated value-added bioproducts.

Federal Partner: National Research Council Canada (NRC)

Federal Partner Program Activity (PA)	Names of Programs for Federal Partners	($ millions)
		Total Allocation (from Start to End Date)	Planned Spending for 2012-13
Health and Life Science Technologies	GRDI	86.3	5.7
	Shared Priorities	9.0	4.0
Total		95.3	9.7

Expected Results: NRC investments using GRDI funding are focused on the application of genomic technologies – key enabling technologies that support federal priorities in health, energy and environment. A program-based management approach provides a mechanism to bring to bear NRC multi-disciplinary competencies and converging technologies, while ensuring that research projects are linked to market needs and opportunities for Canadian companies. Program/project funding decisions will support the NRC Strategy in critical research areas related to environmental degradation and climate change (e.g. adapting Canadian crops), as well as in response to growing health care pressures (e.g. developing and advancing technologies for diagnosing, treating and preventing human disease that help reduce health care costs). Shared priorities research will focus on two areas:

1. Improved ability to detect, diagnose and monitor organisms to ensure a sustainable supply of safe and healthy food and water for human consumption;
2. Improved ability to detect, identify and understand Canadian biological diversity to prepare Canadian natural and managed resources and markets for global change.

Because of the usefulness of genomic-based tools for detection and diagnosis in regulatory programs, the CFIA will also have the opportunity to participate in interdepartmental projects addressing the shared priority areas. NRC will administer the shared priorities funds and redistribute them to departments and agencies based on their contribution to the selected shared priority projects, based on a collaborative approach.

Federal Partner: Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR)

Federal Partner Program Activity (PA)	Names of Programs for Federal Partners	($ millions)
		Total Allocation (from Start to End Date)	Planned Spending for 2012-13
N/A	N/A	0.5	0
Total		0.5	0

Expected Results: N/A – one time allocation in 1999-00 to assist in creation of Genome Canada Secretariat

Total Allocation For All Federal Partners (from Start to End Date) ($ millions)	Total Planned Spending for All Federal Partners for 2012-13 ($ millions)
293.8	19.9

Results to be achieved by non-federal partners (if applicable): N/A

Contact information: Gary Fudge, P. Eng.
Director, Program and Project Services
National Research Council Canada
613-949-0542
Gary.Fudge@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca