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Table 7.1: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Global Peace and Security Fund and its component programs: the Global Peace and Security Program, the Global Peace Operations Program, and the Glyn Berry Program for Peace and Security
2) Start Date: October 3, 2005;
operationalized September 18, 2006
3) End Date: March 31, 2013
4) Description: The Global Peace and Security Fund (GPSF) is a critical component of the Stabilization and Reconstruction Task Force (START) portfolio. The GPSF and its component programs were initially established at $100 million per year for five years to support crisis response, stabilization and reconstruction in fragile states; to continue to address Canada’s G8 commitments to help build global and regional peace operations capacity; and to shape the international policies, laws and institutions needed to prevent and resolve crises. This was increased, in June 2007, to $235 million for 2007-2008 and $152 million per year for each of 2008-2009 and 2009-2010. In June 2008, the GPSF was extended until 2013 at a level of $146 million per year. Funded from the Peace and Security Pool of the International Assistance Envelope, the GPSF fills a funding gap by providing dedicated resources for activities that are necessary for a timely response with respect to countries in or at risk of crisis, but that are not properly the responsibility of the Department of National Defence and are outside Canada’s traditional official development assistance program. Examples of these activities are supporting peace operations and peace processes, supporting justice and security system reform, addressing small arms and light weapons proliferation, enhancing transitional justice and reconciliation, and improving the peace enforcement and peace operations capacities of military and police in Africa and the Americas. Major recipients of funding are Afghanistan, Sudan and Haiti.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: International Security 2
7) Results Achieved:
In 2007-2008, over 200 projects were funded through the GPSF supporting conflict prevention, crisis response, post-conflict peacebuilding and stabilization initiatives. The Global Peace and Security Sub-Program focused on three of Canada’s foreign policy priority countries, Afghanistan, Sudan and Haiti, and four fragile states implicating Canadian strategic security interests. The Global Peace Operations Sub-Program focused on development of peacekeeping capabilities with UN and regional organizations, as required, for future missions in Africa and the Americas. Finally, the Glyn Berry Sub-Program continued to advance foreign policy priorities in crisis response and post-conflict situations through interventions at home and abroad.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Grants: - - - 9.9 9.9 (9.9)
15) Total Contributions: 16.4 56.0 114.3 174.6 153.0 (38.7)
16) Total Program Activity: 16.4 56.0 114.3 184.5 162.9 (48.6)
17) Comment on Variance:
The variance is due to the difficult programming environment in which the GPSF operates.
18) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): The GPSF Sudan formative evaluation, covering the period from program inception in May 2005 to May 2007, was conducted in the spring of 2007. DFAIT requested this evaluation to capture lessons learned, to help refine programming efficiencies and management, and to provide input into the subsequent GPSF formative evaluation to fulfill Treasury Board requirements to report on the program’s performance.

The evaluation examined the relevance, effectiveness, efficiency and cost-effectiveness of GPSF support to Sudan and focused on ways to improve future practice for the GPSF.

Although the report noted that some strategy elements of GPSF support to Sudan were underdeveloped and identified the need to review, clarify and document publicly the whole-of-government concept, overall the evaluation found the GPSF to be relevant; filling gaps by providing dedicated resources and a mechanism to deliver assistance rapidly to conflict and post-conflict situations. In particular, it confirmed the value of capacity development plans for future African Union peacekeeping missions and urged development of distinct response mechanisms for all types of programming.

The evaluation report highlighted the challenges of working in complex conflict and post-conflict regions and indicated that GPSF projects reviewed in Sudan had reasonable success in achieving immediate outcomes. The report recommended a clearer strategy for overall GPSF support to Sudan that would identify priorities and objectives, the means and resources required, potential partners and the framework to be used for monitoring and reporting on performance. While it was sensible for Canada to have contributed support to the African Union Mission in Sudan (AMIS), the design of GPSF contributions could benefit from a more thorough needs assessment and capacity development plan.

The report will be posted at www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/rma/database/newdeptview_e.asp?id=1161 in accordance with Treasury Board directives.

19) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): In fall 2007, START managed an internal program audit (IPA) of the GPSF in line with the previously completed formative evaluation. The IPA report highlights the significant progress that START has made toward implementing appropriate systems and procedures, and the fact that the program has established good working relationships with other government departments (OGDs) to achieve a whole-of-government approach to its programming efforts. The findings described in the IPA report are consistent with a new program in its infancy. START has made significant efforts to develop appropriate systems and procedures; however, gaps still remain. The most significant findings presented in the IPA report focus on the governance and management structures of START and the GPSF. The IPA report identified a need to clarify the roles and responsibilities of the governance and committee structures of START and the GPSF at the deputy minister and assistant deputy minister levels to ensure appropriate representation from other OGDs. The START Advisory Board should be reviewed, and terms of reference developed and agreed upon by the members. The other major finding concerns the structure of START, the GPSF and the management mechanisms within them. The auditors recommended that DFAIT, in association with relevant stakeholders, document the division of responsibilities between START and the geographic task forces, and between START and the sub-programs drawing on the GPSF (www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/rma/database/newdeptview_e.asp?id=1161).

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.2: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Initiatives related to the destruction, disposition and securing of weapons of mass destruction
2) Start Date: August 12, 2003 3) End Date: March 2013
4) Description: To implement Canada’s commitment to the G8 Global Partnership Against the Spread of Weapons and Materials of Mass Destruction, launched at the 2002 Kananaskis Summit, through projects for the destruction of chemical weapons, the dismantlement of nuclear submarines, the enhancement of nuclear and radiological security, the employment of former weapons scientists, and biological non-proliferation. Canada committed up to $1 billion over 10 years to implement the goals of the Global Partnership. The justification for the Partnership was based on an assessment of threats to Canadian and international security following the terrorist attacks of September 2001. Evaluations at the G8 level have identified the continuing seriousness of the terrorist and weapons of mass destruction (WMD) threats and the ongoing value of the Global Partnership, an international cooperative threat reduction approach. Twenty-three countries have been engaged in projects, and close to US$20 billion has been pledged.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: International Security 2
7) Results Achieved:
A reduced threat from WMD for Canadians and a more secure national and international environment as a result of WMD materials securely stored and expertise redirected, while strengthening the international non-proliferation, arms control and disarmament regime and achieving Canada’s domestic and international security objectives.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 88.4 100.1 77.6 83.1 83.0 (5.4)
15) Comment on Variance: The Global Partnership Program used funds received from other areas of DFAIT to fulfill contractual requirements.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): A summative evaluation of the Global Partnership Program (GPP) was completed and a draft will be presented to the Departmental Evaluation Committee for consideration and approval in 2008-2009.
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): The follow-up audit (FUA) to the 2005-2006 internal audit was completed to assess the progress made in implementing its recommendations. The FUA assessed the level of implementation of 26 recommendations. The recommendations directed at the GPP were assessed as "fully implemented" or "substantially implemented" (subsequently fully implemented). A number of recommendations assessed as "noticeable implementation" concern broader Branch and/or corporate issues, where work is under way. An Action Plan and Management Response was submitted and accepted, and actions have been taken or are under way to address and implement the FUA’s recommendations. The follow-up audit report can be found at www.international.gc.ca/department/auditreports/2007/2007-en.asp.

Recipient audit activity has included financial audits of the nuclear-powered submarine dismantlement project under Implementing Arrangements 1, 2 and 3 with the shipyard in northwest Russia and an initial visit to the Far East to review internal controls at the shipyard there. The audits found that amounts audited align in all respects with the costs claimed by the recipient under the terms and conditions of the Implementation Arrangements and also concluded that the recipient’s accounting systems and policies are consistent with international accounting standards. Recipient audit activity also included audits of the chemical weapons destruction project and the nuclear and radiological security projects. These recipient audits found that the internal processes are sound and in compliance with the terms of the agreements. A recipient audit long-range plan has been developed for the next five years to support the Global Partnership Program.


1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.3: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
2) Start Date: December 19, 1989 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: Canada’s assessed contribution to the IAEA is a legally binding obligation of membership. Payment is made to ensure that membership is in good standing and to maintain influence and credibility in a key international body, the aims of which Canada supports. The IAEA is the world’s centre for nuclear cooperation and it works for the safe, secure and peaceful use of nuclear technology. Canada has significant interests at the IAEA, based on our belief in the importance of the Agency’s role in advancing the goals of nuclear non-proliferation, safety and security, our advanced and extensive nuclear energy and radioisotope production industries, and our important uranium sector.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: International Security 2
7) Results Achieved:
The projection of Canadian values abroad, the preservation of Canadian national security, the strengthening of international stability and security, the promotion of world economic growth and prosperity, and support for multilateral institutions and mechanisms, including:
  • effective and efficient implementation of the IAEA’s major programs, as reflected in the Agency’s biannual program and budget;
  • increased profile for Canada in the Agency’s activities;
  • direct and indirect technical and commercial dividends to the Canadian nuclear industry; and
  • IAEA actions and decisions consistent with Canadian foreign policy priorities.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 10.2 11.2 11.6 11.6 11.2 0.4
15) Comment on Variance: The variance was due to foreign currency fluctuations and the IAEA’s transition from the U.S. dollar to the euro.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): The latest annual report is the "2007 Programme Evaluation Report" regarding work undertaken by the Agency’s Office of Internal Oversight Services, which coordinated nine programmatic evaluations by technical experts of member states. The IAEA Board of Governors, which includes Canada, reviewed and commented on this report at its Program and Budget Committee meeting in May 2008. The report also includes follow-up to corrective actions resulting from previous years. While there were some minor recommendations made to the IAEA Secretariat to improve the effectiveness or efficiency of the nine programs studied, there were no significant evaluation findings; this year’s report was generally viewed as a vote of confidence in the work of the Agency. The report is considered a restricted document and is not posted on a public website but is accessible to the Government of Canada through its Permanent Mission to the International Organizations in Vienna.
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): The latest external audit of the IAEA accounts was completed on March 31, 2008, covering the financial period ending December 31, 2007. The audit report, including recommendations, is included in the "Agency’s Accounts for 2007" report by the Director General. This will be made public and released on the Agency’s website for distribution beyond the Board of Governors in time for the September 2008 Annual Regular Session of the General Conference. The German Federal Court of Audit conducted its audit in accordance with the Common Auditing Standards of the Panel of External Auditors of the United Nations, the Specialized Agencies and the International Atomic Energy Agency. Those standards require that the auditors plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. The audit included examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the Agency’s financial statements. The audit also included assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by the Director General, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. As a result of this examination, the Vice-President of the German Federal Court of Audit certified that, in his opinion:
  1. The financial statements reflect properly the recorded financial transactions for the biennium ended 31 December 2007 and present fairly, in all material respects, the Organisation’s financial position as at 31 December 2007;
  2. The financial transactions reflected in the statements, which auditors have tested as part of the audit, have in all significant respects been in accordance with the applicable Financial Regulations and Legislative Authority; and
  3. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the stated accounting policies and procedures, which were applied on a basis consistent with that of the preceding financial period.

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.4: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Civil Administration
2) Start Date: January 1, 1989 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: Canada’s annual assessed contribution to NATO is a legally binding obligation of membership based on the 1949 North Atlantic Treaty. Canada’s contribution furthers its foreign policy goals by funding the administrative budget of NATO, an international organization vital to Canadian defence and security interests. NATO was designed to promote the stability of the North Atlantic area and to safeguard the freedom and security of its people by political and military means, based on the principles of democracy, individual liberty and international law. The NATO civil budget, structured along "output based" lines in response to objectives set annually by the North Atlantic Council, covers the activities of the NATO Secretary General, the NATO headquarters and the NATO international staff. The NATO civil administration supports the process of consensus building and decision making among alliance members and manages NATO’s relations with its partners. The NATO civil budget also supports the work of various NATO agencies with specialized responsibilities. An effective and efficient NATO civil administration assists alliance members in promoting security and stability in the North Atlantic area and in responding effectively to current security challenges, particularly in Afghanistan. The NATO accounts are subject to annual audit by the International Board of Auditors for NATO.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: International Security 2
7) Results Achieved:
The NATO civil budget enables the operations of the NATO Secretariat and agencies. The results include effective decision making by the alliance in pursuit of NATO objectives of stability and security in the North Atlantic region and beyond, support to NATO operations, timely implementation of decisions taken by the North Atlantic Council, appropriate responses to current and emerging defence and security challenges, enhanced relations with NATO partners and cooperation with other international organizations, and proper management of the alliance’s resources.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 20.2 16.7 18.3 18.1 12.8 5.5
15) Comment on Variance: The variance is due to advance payments that were called in 2006-2007 for the civil budget General Account and the new NATO HQ Account, resulting in a credit being carried forward into 2007-2008. In addition, the Canadian dollar to euro exchange rate fluctuated between a monthly average low of 1.388 to a high of 1.597 in 2007-2008. These rate changes affected both the planning figures and expenditures. Note that 2007-2008 was an exception due to the advance payments and that this reduced spending level does not reflect a reduction in the civil budget. We expect the current fiscal year’s expenditures to approximate $18 million, in line with the 2007-2008 planning figure.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): The International Board of Auditors for NATO undertook both performance audits and ad hoc studies in 2007. It finalized the Survey on Corporate Governance in NATO agencies and completed the fieldwork for the performance audits on customer funding at the NATO C3 Agency (NC3A) and on NATO Logistics for Deployed Operations. It carried out ad hoc studies to provide advice to the NATO committees or to improve its own efficiency and working methods. www.nato.int/issues/iban/index.html
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): In 2007, the International Board of Auditors for NATO issued 30 Auditors’ Opinions on the accounts of NATO bodies and associated organizations. www.nato.int/issues/iban/index.html

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.5: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE)
2) Start Date: January 1, 1993 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: Canada's annual assessed contribution to the OSCE is an obligation arising out of Canada's commitments as one of the 56 participating states of the organization. Canada's contribution furthers its foreign policy goals by funding programs implemented by the OSCE's institutions and field operations in priority foreign policy areas for Canada related to regional and international security.

The OSCE is a focused regional forum with a comprehensive and cooperative approach to security. Canada's contribution to the organization's unified budget covers the costs associated with the implementation of the organization's work programs and activities in three dimensions: political and military aspects of security; economic and environmental cooperation; and cooperation in humanitarian and other fields. This integrated approach allows the OSCE to make a significant contribution to furthering European security and transatlantic cooperation through non-coercive measures. Canada's contribution also supports stronger partnership with Canadians in developing and implementing Canada's international security policy, through the involvement of members of Parliament in the work of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, the deployment of Canadians to OSCE field operations, and the contribution of Canadian experts to the organization.

The OSCE unified budget, based on a programmatic approach, is approved by the OSCE Permanent Council on a yearly basis. The OSCE accounts are subject to an annual report by external auditors as well as an internal oversight annual report, which are made available to participating states.

5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: International Security 2
7) Results Achieved:
The OSCE budget supports the programs of the OSCE Secretariat in Vienna, as well as the OSCE institutions (Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights, Representative on Freedom of the Media, and High Commissioner on National Minorities) and the organization's 18 field missions. The results include effective and timely implementation of the decisions of the OSCE Permanent Council; continuous monitoring of the security and stability situation in Europe; concerted programming to actively contribute to conflict prevention, conflict resolution and post-conflict institution building; and proper management of the organization's resources.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 17.3 13.2 15.4 15.4 13.3 2.1
15) Comment on Variance: The variance can be attributed to fluctuations in the exchange rate, delays in reaching consensus on the OSCE budget, and board and living allowances for vacant positions.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): N/A
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): Audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2006, are located at www.osce.org/item/30465.html.

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.6: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: An Act to Authorize the Minister of Finance to Make Certain Payments, 2005 and Budget Implementation Act 2007
2) Start Date: June 29, 2005 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: Support the reform of the Afghan National Police by contributing to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)-managed Law and Order Trust Fund for Afghanistan (LOTFA), the only instrument responsible for the payment of police and corrections salaries in Afghanistan. Support for the implementation of the Afghan National Drug Control Strategy by contributing to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Afghanistan Counter Narcotics Program, which aims to achieve a sustainable decrease in cultivation, production, trafficking and consumption of illicit drugs.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: International Security 2
7) Results Achieved:
UNODC Contribution: Strengthened coordination among law enforcement officials on the trafficking of precursor chemicals and strengthened law enforcement systems for the exchange of criminal intelligence have led to significant progress to ensure that chemicals in the Central Asia region are not diverted to the illicit manufacture of heroin in Afghanistan. The establishment of a dedicated Counter Narcotics Training Academy for training the Counter Narcotics Police of Afghanistan (CNPA) and the extension of the Ministry of Counter Narcotics presence into the provinces have led to improved CNPA operational capabilities in the area of interdiction, communication and field drug-testing. The development of a training curriculum and intelligence collection system for the Afghan Border Police has improved Afghan and Pakistani capacities along selected border crossings.

UNDP-LOTFA Contribution: Canada’s financial contribution supported LOTFA in the disbursement of salaries and food allowances to 64,070 Afghan National Police (ANP) in all 34 provinces of Afghanistan. Timely and regular payment of ANP salaries has been identified as a key enabler to ANP retention and anti-corruption efforts, and has a direct impact on the ANP’s ability to support law and order. Ensuring timely and transparent payment of police members has facilitated the advancement of the ANP and Ministry of Interior reform agenda, and helped to identify new areas for future international support to reinforce Afghan capacity and promote further institutional development.

($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: - 25.0 - 10.0 10.0 (10.0)
15) Comment on Variance: No spending was planned for 2007-2008, but $10.0 million was expended. It would not have been possible to have planned for this amount of spending because of the unpredictable nature of programming efforts in Afghanistan.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Most Recent Evaluation:
UNODC Contribution: A program evaluation is planned for the end of 2009, to be conducted in collaboration with the UNODC Vienna and Kabul offices.

UNDP-LOTFA Contribution: The 7th Joint Coordination and Monitoring Board Meeting (JCMB), held in Tokyo, Japan, in February 2008, tasked the International Police Coordination Board (IPCB) with conducting an evaluation of police reform efforts, which will include elements of the LOTFA program, before the 9th JCMB (spring 2009). The IPCB has begun work on this task; however, no preliminary findings are available yet. The UNDP is also planning a comprehensive evaluation of LOTFA Phase IV (which took place from April 2006 to March 2008). Discussions concerning the evaluation terms of reference are currently ongoing; the evaluation should be complete within one year.

17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Most Recent Audit:
UNODC Contribution: No audit date has been set yet.

UNDP-LOTFA Contribution: The 7th Joint Coordination and Monitoring Board Meeting (JCMB), held in Tokyo, Japan, in February 2008, tasked the International Police Coordination Board (IPCB) with conducting an evaluation of police reform efforts, which will include elements of the LOTFA program, before the 9th JCMB (spring 2009). The IPCB has begun work on this task; however, no preliminary findings are available yet. The UNDP is also planning an audit of LOTFA Phase IV (April 2006 to March 2008). Discussions concerning the audit terms of reference are currently ongoing; the audit should be complete within one year.


1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.7: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Grants in Aid of Academic Relations
2) Start Date: January 1, 1989 3) End Date: March 31, 2011
4) Description: Grants and contributions in aid of academic relations encompass support for:
  • Canadian Studies abroad;
  • scholarships and fellowships;
  • international education policy within a multilateral framework in cooperation with provincial education ministries; and
  • other international academic-related activities.
The grants and contributions in aid of academic relations aim to:
  • support public diplomacy and advocacy by fostering partnerships, cooperation and linkages between Canadian and international individuals and institutions in the area of education;
  • establish a network of international experts on Canada to advance Canada’s interests abroad; and
  • promote public discussion of key issues through networking, exchanges and conferences; and advance Canada’s global citizenship (in support of the International Assistance Envelope) through scholarships and other programs that promote academic cooperation and mobility with developing countries.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Strategic Policy and Planning 2
7) Results Achieved:
  • Through the new Understanding Canada program, enhanced initiatives were implemented to develop networks of well-informed foreign professionals and leaders with a sustained interest in Canada through a wide range of conferences, research activities and teaching on Canada. The initiatives more effectively engage the academic community, business and government in key countries (such as the United States, Mexico, China, Brazil, India and Russia) on priority themes of mutual interest to Canada and the other countries.
  • Links and exchanges between Canadian and foreign partners (academics, researchers, students and young people) were nurtured, including through scholarships that support Canadian university linkages abroad, awards to foreign academics to develop networks in Canada and pursue joint research interests, study tours and internships by international students as well as by Canadian students abroad, and the facilitation of foreign government and other international awards to Canadian students.
  • Through DFAIT’s scholarship program, more than 325 international students were studying or conducting research in Canada at the college, undergraduate, graduate and post-doctoral level. These scholarships strengthen inter-institutional partnerships, develop human capacity and skills for developing regions and foster greater collaboration between Canadian and international researchers.
  • Canadian education excellence was projected abroad through grants to the Council of Ministers of Education Canada for federal and provincial government representation of Canada at international education events and multilateral collaboration in areas that advance Canada’s educational systems in relation to OECD countries or allow Canada to play a normative role in assisting developing countries to advance their educational systems.
  • Canada's bilateral objectives in key countries were advanced through grants to education-related activities that facilitated cooperation and dialogue and people-to-people exchanges.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Grants: 12.3 13.2 10.5 5.2 5.2 5.3
15) Total Contributions: - 0.5 - 7.9 7.9 (7.9)
16) Total Program Activity: 12.3 13.7 10.5 13.1 13.1 (2.6)
17) Comments on Variances:
  • The division responsible for these programs uses its terms and conditions to support projects requested by other DFAIT divisions (funds are transferred to this division).
  • During the fiscal year, this division received funds from CIDA for expanded scholarship activity in Latin America and the Caribbean.
18) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): An evaluation of the International Academic Relations programs was finalized in July 2005. Two of the key findings were: (1) the Canadian Studies and Scholarships programs advance Canadian interests and foreign policy objectives; and (2) the programs are well managed and leverage resources to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Further information is available at www.international.gc.ca/department/auditreports/
evaluation/evalAcademicRelations05-en.pdf
.
19) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): Although the official report has not yet been published, an audit was performed in 2007-2008. The four main findings were: (1) program management exercised due diligence in accordance with government policy; (2) program payments were managed in accordance with DFAIT policies; (3) internal controls provided reasonable assurance that recipients complied with the requirements of the grant agreement; and (4) grant agreements complied with financial authorities.

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.8: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Grants in Aid of Cultural Relations
2) Start Date: August 7, 2002 3) End Date: March 31, 2009
4) Description: This program aims to:
  • create an awareness abroad of Canadian distinctiveness and culture;
  • articulate Canadian attitudes and positions in official, media, business, cultural and educational circles as well as among the public generally;
  • reflect internationally the growing creativity and scope of Canadians; and
  • develop interest in studies exclusively about Canada in institutions of higher learning abroad.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Strategic Policy and Planning 2
7) Results Achieved: The program assists in creating an image abroad of Canadian culture as innovative and diverse. It encourages foreign opinion leaders to have an informed, well-disposed and sustained interest in Canada. A total of 346 grants were issued in 2007-2008 to cultural groups and individuals in the fields of film and television, visual and media arts, performing arts and literature. These grant recipients represented Canada on the international stage on all five continents.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Grants: - 6.3 4.7 4.7 4.7 -
15) Comment on Variance: N/A
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): Evaluations of select portions of the program that were conducted in 2005 and 2006 concluded that the program had met its original objectives as presented in the 2002 RMAF and that it was efficient and accountable in its operations. These evaluations made a number of recommendations, which did not require an increase in departmental resources. In response, two initiatives were undertaken to align the program more closely with the strategic public diplomacy framework: negotiation of a memorandum of understanding with Canadian Heritage and the Canada Council for the Arts for a systematic exchange of information and coordination of strategy; and the systematic communication to clients of the government’s foreign policy and international priorities. Details of the evaluations are available at www.international.gc.ca/department/auditreports/evaluation/evaluation-en.asp
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): N/A

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.9: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: International Organization of the Francophonie (OIF)
2) Start Date: March 9, 1972 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: As a member of the OIF, Canada is required to contribute to the operational fees of the organization.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved: Canada’s statutory contribution allows the Canadian government to assume a leadership role among member francophone countries and play a determining role in the international Francophonie.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 11.5 14.8 12.0 12.0 12.0 -
15) Comment on Variance: N/A
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): An evaluation is planned in 2010-2011.
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): An audit is planned in 2010-2011.

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.10: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Commonwealth Secretariat
2) Start Date: September 28, 1965 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: Canada's assessed contribution to the regular budget of the Commonwealth is a legally binding obligation of membership. The purpose of Canada’s membership is to further the Government of Canada’s foreign policy goals related to international peace, security and development and, to this end, to enhance relationships among the 53 Commonwealth member countries. For further information, see www.thecommonwealth.org.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved: Much of the regular budget is directed to supporting and implementing the decisions of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meetings and a large web of regular meetings of Commonwealth sectoral ministers including, for example, the Commonwealth Ministerial Action Group and ministers of Foreign Affairs, Finance, Health and Education.

Results include diplomatic interventions in the form of good offices and public pressure by the Secretariat and/or coordinated action by Commonwealth ministers to support democratic institutions and procedures; programs to build capacity in democratic and human rights procedures; and enhanced cooperation among Commonwealth countries related to economic, social and political development.

($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 5.4 5.5 5.7 5.8 5.8 (0.1)
15) Comment on Variance: Contributions to the Commonwealth Secretariat are established each year in May by the Board of Governors and assessed in pounds sterling. The variance reflects currency and assessment rate differences.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): www.thecommonwealth.org/document/34293/39128/strategic_documents/
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): www.thecommonwealth.org/document/34293/39128/strategic_documents/

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.11: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
2) Start Date: July 1982 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: Canada’s annual assessed contribution to the FAO is a legally binding obligation of membership. The purpose of membership is to further the Government of Canada’s foreign policy goals related to agricultural development and provide it with a voice in the international community. For further information, see www.fao.org.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved: Achieving food security for all is at the heart of FAO efforts: to make sure people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. FAO’s mandate is to raise levels of nutrition, to improve agricultural productivity, to better the lives of rural populations and to contribute to the growth of the world economy. FAO’s objectives, as set out in its constitution, are to promote the common welfare by furthering action for the purpose of raising levels of nutrition and standards of living of the peoples within member nations; to secure improvements in the efficiency of the production and distribution of all food and agricultural products, including fisheries, marine products and forestry products; and to better the condition of rural populations.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 13.1 13.6 12.9 15.0 15.0 (2.1)
15) Comment on Variance: Contributions are assessed in both U.S. dollars and euros. The variance reflects currency and assessment rate differences.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): www.fao.org/aud/activities.html
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): www.fao.org/aud/activities.html

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.12: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: International Labour Organization (ILO)
2) Start Date: January 1, 1989 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: Canada’s annual assessed contribution to the ILO, a UN specialized agency, is a legally binding obligation of membership. The purpose of membership is to further the Government of Canada’s foreign policy goals related to international labour and social policy issues and provide it with a voice in the international community. For further information, see www.ilo.org.

Four strategic objectives guide the ILO program and budget:

  1. to promote and realize standards and fundamental principles and rights at work;
  2. to create greater opportunities for women and men to secure decent employment and income;
  3. to enhance the coverage and effectiveness of social protection for all; and
  4. to strengthen tripartism and social dialogue.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved: Development and effective supervision of international labour standards and realization of fundamental principles and rights at work. Targeted action against child labour. Contributions to poverty reduction through promotion of coherent economic and social policies that support employment creation. Assistance in the development of skills and employment policies for decent work. Better tools and instruments for policy analysis and formulation that support good governance and the extension of social protections to vulnerable workers. Strengthened dialogue on labour and social policy issues at national and international levels. Improved organizational effectiveness, transparency and accountability.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 9.3 9.8 10.5 10.2 10.1 0.4
15) Comment on Variance: Contribution amounts for the ILO are determined each year at the June conference. The variance reflects currency and assessment rate differences.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): www.ilo.org/eval/Evaluationreports/lang--en/index.htm
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): www.ilo.org/public/english/iao/index.htm

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.13: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
2) Start Date: March 20, 1975 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: To pay the assessed contribution required of Canada for its participation as a member of the OECD. The contribution pays for the Secretariat (professionals and support staff who provide high-quality research and analysis) and maintenance of the headquarters, located in Paris.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved: OECD work programs and policy positions that reflect input from across government and support domestic priorities (productivity and competitiveness, climate change, economic impacts related to aging and immigration, foreign investment); continued work to solve economic problems through cooperation with other members (soft law, guidelines, agreements); ongoing Canadian influence on policy development of other members and non-members to improve the functioning of the international economic environment; identification of new and emerging issues for analysis, both domestic and global, that impact our economy and standard of living. Continued sound management of the OECD, including the launch of negotiations to reform its financing structure; institutional reforms to improve the OECD’s ability to cope with new issues and power dynamics; launch of the OECD enlargement process; launch of discussions on enhanced engagement with major emerging economies, reflecting Canadian priorities to increase the long-term effectiveness of the organization and build relationships with China, India and the Americas (Brazil); improved linkages between the G8 and OECD through the Heiligendamm Dialogue Process.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 25.5 12.7 11.9 11.9 11.9 -
15) Comment on Variance: N/A
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): Evaluations are declassified after three years.
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): Audits are performed annually, but results are not declassified for three years. Financial statements can be found at www.oecd.org/document/30/0,3343,en_2649_201185_17367518_1_1_1_1,00.html

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.14: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
2) Start Date: January 1, 1988 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: Canada’s annual assessed contribution to UNESCO is a legally binding obligation of membership. The purpose of membership is to further the Government of Canada’s foreign policy goals related to culture, science and education, and provide it with a voice in the international community.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved: UNESCO has a varied agenda comprising promotion of universal primary education in all countries by 2015; reduction of gender disparities in primary and secondary education; literacy improvements (a UN Literacy Decade and Plan of Action to reach a 50% improvement in levels of adult literacy); broad-based HIV/AIDS education and prevention campaigns; and implementation of various conventions such as the Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions and the Convention against Doping in Sport. UNESCO also promotes increased scientific cooperation to improve management of the planet’s water resources and development of free, independent and pluralistic media.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 10.2 11.0 10.7 11.2 11.2 (0.5)
15) Comment on Variance: Contributions are assessed in both U.S. dollars and euros. The variance reflects currency differences and differences in the assessment rate from the previous year.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): http://portal.unesco.org/en/ev.php-URL_ID=21622&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECTION=201.html
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): http://portal.unesco.org/en/ev.php-URL_ID=21622&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECTION=201.html

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.15: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: United Nations Organization
2) Start Date: March 27, 1980 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: Canada’s assessed contribution to the regular budget of the United Nations is a legally binding obligation of membership. The purpose of membership is to further the Government of Canada’s foreign policy goals related to international peace, security and development and provide it with a voice in the international community. Assessed contributions are used to finance the organization’s programs toward attainment of the UN’s objectives, as set out in its Charter. For further information, see www.un.org.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved: Maintenance of international peace and security, the promotion of sustained economic growth and sustainable development in accordance with the Millennium Development Goals. Promotion of human rights, effective coordination of humanitarian assistance efforts, promotion of international law, progress toward disarmament, and international cooperation for drug control, crime prevention and the combatting of international terrorism.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 65.1 97.9 86.5 76.9 74.8 11.7
15) Comment on Variance: Contributions to the UN, the UN Capital Master Plan and the International Criminal Tribunals are based on General Assembly resolutions in December 2007. Contributions are assessed in U.S. dollars. The variance reflects currency and assessment rate differences.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): www.un.org/depts/oios/
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): www.un.org/depts/oios/

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.16: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: UN Peacekeeping Operations
2) Start Date: October 5, 2000 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: Canada’s assessed contribution to UN peacekeeping operations is a legally binding obligation of membership. For further information, see www.un.org.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved: In accordance with the purposes and principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, the UN is dedicated to assisting the member states and the Secretary-General in their efforts to maintain international peace and security. Each peacekeeping operation has a specific set of mandated tasks, but all share certain common aims: to alleviate human suffering, and create conditions and build institutions for self-sustaining peace. Peacekeeping missions may be required to deploy to prevent the outbreak of conflict or the spillover of conflict across borders; stabilize conflict situations after a ceasefire to create an environment for the parties to reach a lasting peace agreement; assist in implementing comprehensive peace agreements; and lead states or territories through a transition to stable government, based on democratic principles, good governance and economic development.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 168.3 147.9 183.4 194.7 192.9 (9.5)
15) Comment on Variance: Contributions for peacekeeping operations are assessed at various times throughout the year, in U.S. dollars. The variance is due to currency differences and the changing costs of various peacekeeping missions. As well, in 2007-2008 two new missions to which Canada contributes were added.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): www.un.org/Depts/oios/annual_reports.htm
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): www.un.org/Depts/oios/annual_reports.htm

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.17: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: World Health Organization (WHO)
2) Start Date: January 1, 1990 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: Canada’s annual assessed contribution to the WHO is a legally binding obligation of membership. The purpose of membership is to further the Government of Canada’s foreign policy goals related to health and provide it with a voice in the international community.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved: Enhanced global health security (maintaining a comprehensive outbreak alert and response mechanism supported by new international health regulations, responding rapidly and effectively in crisis situations). Accelerated progress toward achieving the Millennium Development Goals of the UN (reducing maternal mortality, improving child survival, addressing the global pandemics of HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, promoting healthy environments, increasing access to essential medicines). Promotion of equity in health (strengthening health systems to reach the poor and disadvantaged). Ensured accountability, by improving organizational effectiveness, transparency and accountability.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 14.2 14.4 18.0 13.9 13.6 4.4
15) Comment on Variance: Contributions to the WHO are based on resolutions made in the annual World Health Assembly. Contributions are assessed in U.S. dollars. The variance reflects differences in the assessment rate from the previous year, a reduction due to a credit for prompt payment, and currency differences.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): N/A. For information on governance, please see www.who.int/governance/en/index.html.
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): N/A. For information on governance, please see www.who.int/governance/en/index.html.

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.18: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: World Trade Organization (WTO)
2) Start Date: January 1, 1995 3) End Date: March 31, 2009
4) Description: The purpose of this program is to pay the assessed contribution for Canada’s membership in the WTO.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved: Canada participated in all standing and ad hoc meetings of the WTO in fiscal year 2007-2008. This included regular participation in General Council meetings (which deal with institutional and administrative issues that have a strong trade policy component); the Committee on Budget, Finance, and Administration; the Dispute Settlement Body; the Trade Policy Review Body; WTO informal ministerial meetings; senior official meetings; as well as numerous other councils, committees, working parties and negotiating groups covering the wide range of WTO issues. Other international work by Canada, such as that in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum (APEC) and the Cairns Group, also supports our work at the WTO.

In 2007-2008, Canada was actively involved in all areas of the Doha Development Agenda and continues to work with other WTO members to advance these negotiations. For example, in the high-profile agriculture and non-agricultural market access areas of the negotiations, Canada has been playing a lead role in protecting domestic interests and seeking new market access opportunities for Canadian exporters. In trade facilitation negotiations, which seek to encourage increased trade, growth and investment by reducing costly delays and red tape at borders, Canada continues to work to move the negotiations forward. In the services area, Canada participated actively in several plurilateral and bilateral market access negotiations throughout 2007-2008, acted as coordinator of two plurilateral requests, and continues to act as coordinator of the "Really Good Friends" group of services demandeurs. In the rules area, Canada maintained its participation in the rules negotiations to clarify and improve subsidy disciplines and the rules governing anti-dumping and countervail investigation and, following the release of the Chair’s first draft text in December 2007, continued to intervene strongly to defend its position and interests.

Overall, Canada participated in WTO trade policy reviews (TPRs) of 22 members in 2007-2008, including the TPRs of India and Mexico. The trade policy review is a peer review exercise designed to provide a collective appreciation and understanding of the full range of individual members’ trade policies and practices and their impact on the multilateral trading system.

On accessions, Canada made some further progress on the accession of Russia and Kazakhstan, successfully brought Tonga into the WTO, and paved the way for Cape Verde and Ukraine to complete their accessions in 2008-2009 on terms that will benefit Canadian goods and services exporters.

Canada continued to be an active participant in WTO dispute settlement proceedings. Canada was a complainant in five ongoing disputes: (1) U.S.-Continuing Dumping and Subsidy Offset Act of 2000 (Byrd); (2) European Commission (EC)-Measures Affecting the Approval and Marketing of Biotech Products; (3) China-Measures Affecting Imports of Auto Parts; (4) U.S.-Subsidies and Other Domestic Support for Corn and Other Agricultural Products; and (5) EC-Certain Measures Prohibiting the Importation and Marketing of Seal Products. Canada was a defendant in two cases: (1) Canada-Continued Suspension of Obligations in the EC-Hormones Dispute; and (2) Canada-Tax Exemptions and Reductions for Wine and Beer). Canada was also active as a third party in a number of important disputes, including: U.S.-Continued Suspension of Obligations in the EC-Hormones Dispute; U.S., China-Certain Measures Granting Refunds, Reductions or Exemptions from Taxes and Other Payments; and China-Measures Affecting the Protection and Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights.

($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 6.0 6.2 6.5 6.4 5.8 0.7
15) Comment on Variance: The difference between Canada’s planned spending and actual spending over 2007-2008 can be attributed to the following factors:
  1. the approved 2008 WTO budget increase was smaller than anticipated (1.6% versus the estimated 3.5%);
  2. the increase in the WTO budget was partially offset by a reduction in Canada’s assessed share;
  3. currency fluctuations between the Swiss franc (CHF) and the Canadian dollar; and
  4. the difference between the dates when Treasury Board must be advised of Canada’s estimated assessment (February 2007) and the date when the WTO budget is approved (December 2007).

The approved 2008 WTO budget increased 1.6% over 2007. Canada’s assessed contribution was CHF 6,244,513 based on a 3.526% share and minus interest earned in 2006. This was approximately CHF 904,736 less than the initial estimates presented to Treasury Board in February 2007. The estimates were based on an estimated 3.5% budget increase and a 3.83% share of trade.

Contributions are determined according to each member’s share of international trade, based on trade in goods, services and intellectual property rights, for the last five years for which data are available. A member’s share will change over time with the entry of new members.

In past years, currency fluctuations have played an important role in the variance between planned and actual spending. They continue to do so. Contributions are paid to the WTO in CHF, and as such the cost in Canadian dollars changes depending on the exchange rate. On April 2, 2007, the exchange rate was CHF 1.0 to C$1.0501. By January 2, 2008, when Canada’s assessment was paid, CHF 1.0 equalled C$1.1257.

There have been many pressures on WTO operations, especially in furtherance of the ongoing Doha Round negotiations following the 2005 Hong Kong Ministerial Conference and the relaunching of negotiations in January 2007. The number of WTO meetings is expected to continue to increase. Continued increases in the use of WTO services and the costs of the Dispute Settlement Body are also expected.

16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): N/A
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): The last report of the external auditor is for the financial period 2006 of the biennium 2006-2007. The report can be found in WTO documents WT/BFA/W/157. The external auditor for the period in question was the Austrian Court of Audit.

The auditors examined the Financial Statements in document WT/BFA/W/157 relating to the financial period 2006 including Statements 1 to 6, Schedules A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I and an Annex. Furthermore, the auditors have examined the Financial Statements on Extra-Budgetary Funds in document WT/BFA/W/158 relating to the financial period 2006 on a sample basis. Their examination included a general review of the accounting procedures and such tests of the accounting records and other supporting evidence as they considered necessary in the circumstances. As a result of the examination, the opinion is given that these statements, which were prepared in conformity with the accounting policies described in the Annex of the documents WT/BFA/W/157, present fairly the financial position of the World Trade Organization as at the end of the first financial period covering the biennium 2006-2007. The financial statements were prepared in accordance with the stated accounting principles. The transactions were in accordance with the Financial Rules and the Financial Regulations set out in WT/L/157 and WT/L/156/Rev.1 including further instructions in WT/BFA/W/121 and with legislative authority. Expenditure under the WTO Secretariat in 2006 amounted to CHF 168,316,779, leaving a budgetary surplus of CHF 1,957,371. With respect to the Appellate Body and its Secretariat, 2006 expenditure amounted to CHF 4,149,633, resulting in a budgetary surplus of CHF 576,367. The total excess of income over expenditure amounted to CHF 3,922,789 (Statement 2).


1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.19: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Organization of American States (OAS)
2) Start Date: May 31, 1990 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: To pay Canada's annual assessed contribution to the OAS, a Charter obligation of membership.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved:
  • Canadian leadership in support of democracy and governance in the Americas was demonstrated by strengthening the role and capacity of the OAS in this key priority area of Canada’s engagement in the Americas. The OAS capacity was increased through Canadian support for developing OAS crisis prevention and mitigation mechanisms.
  • The role of the OAS in support of democracy was reinforced through the adoption of a Canada-led resolution on strengthening democracy in the hemisphere, supported by key partners (Brazil, Chile, Peru).
  • Democracy and security in the region were strengthened through Canadian support for the OAS special missions in Haiti and Colombia.
  • Security-related threats in the Americas, such as narcotrafficking and transnational organized crime, are better dealt with through Canada-supported programs of the OAS.
  • Canada is participating actively in the preparations for the Fifth Summit of the Americas, to be held in Trinidad and Tobago from April 17 to 19, 2009, and is helping to strengthen the OAS Summits Secretariat to ensure a successful event.
  • The efficiency, transparency and accountability of the OAS are improving with Canada’s support for initiatives in the OAS Secretariat to modernize management and improve planning capacity, including the budget preparation process and the presentation of financial statements.
  • Canada’s influence at the OAS was enhanced by the appointment of three Canadians to senior positions (Secretary for External Relations, Legal Adviser to the Secretary General, Director of the Summits Secretariat).
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 11.0 10.7 11.8 11.8 11.3 0.5
15) Comment on Variance: Canada’s quota contribution to the OAS is paid in U.S. dollars. The variance is due to the changes in the exchange rate between the Canadian and U.S. dollars.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): N/A
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): In 2008, the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) of the OAS presented its report on internal auditing of the OAS. Of the 74 recommendations for improving management control issued by the OIG, 50% were implemented and 50% are in various stages of implementation. All of the reports on internal auditing submitted by the OIG were approved by the OAS Secretary General. The report of the OIG can be found at http://scm.oas.org/pdfs/2008/CP19370E.PPT.

The Board of External Auditors of the OAS submitted its annual report in May 2008. The independent external auditing firm of Ernst and Young LLP conducted the audits of the 2007 financial statements of the significant funds and entities managed by the OAS and issued unqualified ("clean") opinions, the highest level audit results, on all of the funds and entities it audited. The report of the Board of External Auditors can be accessed at www.oas.org/saf/docs/auditbook2007.pdf.


1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.20: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: International Criminal Court (ICC)
2) Start Date: April 1, 2005 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: This is an assessed contribution transfer payment to the ICC.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved: The ICC has been referred four situations in Africa (Darfur Sudan, northern Uganda, Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of Congo). The ICC has issued 12 arrest warrants, and four indictees have been arrested and have surrendered to the ICC. Pre-trial proceedings have been initiated in all four cases, and the first trial was set to begin in June 2008. The number of States Parties to the Rome Statute (the founding treaty of the ICC) continues to grow. In 2007, Japan acceded to the Rome Statute, becoming the 105th State Party.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 6.4 7.8 7.9 7.9 5.1 2.8
15) Comment on Variance: There has been a change to the assessed contributions for 2007 as a result of Japan’s accession to the Rome Statute of the ICC. Since the number of States Parties to the Rome Statute increased from 104 to 105, the assessed contributions (share of the cost for the budget of the ICC) of each State Party decreased.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): Audits and evaluations are the responsibility of the Committee on Budget and Finance, which comprises various States Parties and meets twice a year. The reports of the Committee for 2006 can be found at www.icc-cpi.int/library/asp/ICC-ASP-6-2_English.pdf and www.icc-cpi.int/library/asp/ICC-ASP-6-12_English.pdf.
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): Audits and evaluations are the responsibility of the Committee on Budget and Finance, which comprises various States Parties and meets twice a year. The reports of the Committee for 2006 can be found at www.icc-cpi.int/library/asp/ICC-ASP-6-2_English.pdf and www.icc-cpi.int/library/asp/ICC-ASP-6-12_English.pdf.

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.21: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Projects and Development Activities Resulting from Francophonie Summits
2) Start Date: March 9, 1979 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: This fund provides funding to cooperation programs and activities undertaken by the International Organization of the Francophonie. It also provides financial support to the Government of New Brunswick to foster its participation in international Francophonie activities.

This fund helps to promote Canadian interests and is consistent with political and economic objectives Canada has set itself for La Francophonie. It also promotes active participation from the Government of New Brunswick in summits, ministerial conferences and other related Francophonie activities.

5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Global Issues 2
7) Results Achieved: Canada’s participation in La Francophonie is within a multilateral context. Canada participated in all programs related to this organization’s decisions in 2007, allowing Canada to have its foreign affairs policies applied.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Contributions: 7.5 7.3 7.5 6.9 6.9 0.6
15) Comment on Variance: Contribution payments are done according to actual expenses (pro rata).
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): An evaluation is planned in 2010-2011.
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): An audit is planned in 2010-2011.

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.

Table 7.22: Details on Transfer Payment Programs (TPPs)


1) Name of Transfer Payment Program: Payments in Lieu of Taxes on Diplomatic, Consular and International Organizations’ Property in Canada
2) Start Date: January 18, 1979 3) End Date: N/A
4) Description: The purpose of this memorandum of understanding is to outline the relationship between Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada and Public Works and Government Services Canada, National Capital Area, under the Diplomatic, Consular and International Organizations’ Property Grants Order (P.C.1979-59, January 18, 1979), the Municipal Grants Act, and successor Orders and Acts. It establishes responsibilities and procedures governing the provision of services related to the payment of grants in lieu of real property and frontage or area taxes with respect to diplomatic property. These procedures are designed to ensure fiscal and operational accountability, while promoting efficient program delivery.
5) Strategic Outcome: CANADA’S INTERESTS ARE ADVANCED INTERNATIONALLY: In partnership with Canadians, Canada and its values are projected to the world, Canada’s interests are pursued abroad and Canadians are better able to interpret the world.1
6) Program Activity: Protocol 2
7) Results Achieved: Although PWGSC is responsible for making payments to taxing authorities by virtue of the MOU, the actual funding is devolved to DFAIT. As a custodial client of PWGSC, DFAIT managed, within its approved spending authorities and in full compliance with legislative and international obligations, to pay the realty taxes on certain designated properties owned by foreign states in Canada. DFAIT also continued, in regard to the Payments in Lieu of Taxes Program, to enhance its sound stewardship, management and policy framework, resulting in greater efficiencies.
($ millions) 8)
Actual Spending 2005-
2006
9)
Actual Spending 2006-
2007
10)
Planned Spending 2007-
2008
11)
Total Authorities 2007-
2008
12)
Actual Spending 2007-
2008
13)
Variance Between 10) and 12)
14) Total Grants: 10.2 10.8 11.4 11.4 11.3 0.1
15) Comment on Variance: The variance between the total authorities and actual spending is attributable to lower than anticipated municipal realty taxes. Changes in the volume and entitlement of grants are other factors in the year-end variance.
16) Significant Evaluation Findings and URL(s) to Last Evaluation(s): N/A
17) Significant Audit Findings and URL(s) to Last Audit(s): N/A

1.This strategic outcome relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA, which was used for the 2007-2008 RPP. Under the current PAA, approved by Treasury Board on June 7, 2007, the strategic outcome for this table is CANADA'S INTERNATIONAL AGENDA – The international agenda is shaped to Canada's benefit and advantage in accordance with Canadian interests and values.
2. This program activity relates to DFAIT’s interim PAA. Under the current PAA, the program activity for this table is Diplomacy and Advocacy.