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Start Date: February 28, 2008

End Date: March 31, 2012

Total Funding ($ millions): 15.0

Description:
The Brain Research Centre (BRC) is a research facility that operates as a hub-and-spoke facility, with teams of neuroscientists (over 190 investigators) located at the University of British Columbia campus and in various locations in Vancouver. The Centre's structure and multidisciplinary approach is designed to bridge the gap between basic science and its clinical applications, while contributing to significant discoveries and development of effective new therapies.

The BRC's expected results are:

• providing infrastructure to enable and advance innovation research and commercialization in neurodegenerative diseases, multiple sclerosis, mental health and addictions, stroke, neurotrauma, and vision;
• developing and expanding laboratories;
• developing an environment to foster collaboration, knowledge translation and commercialization opportunities;
• facilitating the development of neurotechnology enterprises and industrial partnerships; and 
• enabling translational training in clinical neuroscience.

Strategic Outcome:
Science and Technology, Knowledge, and Innovation are Effective Drivers of a Strong Canadian Economy

Summary of Results Achieved by the Recipient:

In 2010–11, the BRC:

• leveraged $15 million in new private donor funding, enabling the expansion of the building plan to include a full 30,000-square-foot basement; and
• revised the building plan, completed design tasks and began the working drawing phase in preparation for the construction of the research facility scheduled to begin in August 2011.

Program Activity: Canada's Research and Innovation Capacity

($ millions)

Actual Spending 2008–09	Actual Spending 2009–10	Planned Spending 2010–11	Total Authorities 2010–11	Actual Spending 2010–11	Variance(s)
-	-	-	-	-	-

Comment(s) on Variance(s):
$15 million was paid upfront in 2007-08.

Significant Evaluation Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
The compliance audit completed in 2010–11 provided the project review.

Significant Audit Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
A compliance audit was conducted on the BRC in 2010–11, which found that the BRC was in compliance with the requirements of its funding agreement with Industry Canada. It included recommendations to provide greater clarity and more information in its corporate plans and annual reports.

URL to Recipient's Site: Brain Research Centre

 

Start Date: March 7, 2008

End Date: March 31, 2014

Total Funding ($ millions): 15.0

Description:
The Canada School of Energy and Environment's (CSEE) goal is to address the challenge of resource sustainability, while protecting environmental quality and addressing climate change. CSEE builds on capacity within the University of Calgary, the University of Alberta and the University of Lethbridge, located in the heart of Canada's energy sector. It brings together the best thinking in academia, industry and government for the economic, social and environmental benefit of all Canadians.
CSEE's 5 objectives are to:

• create opportunities for national and international collaborations on policy issues;
• provide advice to industry, academia and government;
• coordinate research and academic programming;
• facilitate technology transfer and commercialization; and
• facilitate the exchange of research findings and information and promote collaboration in the international community.

Strategic Outcome:
Science and Technology, Knowledge, and Innovation are Effective Drivers of a Strong Canadian Economy

Summary of Results Achieved by the Recipient:

In 2010–11, the CSEE achieved the following results:

• The 3rd round of proof-of-principle research funding competitions was completed. From the 39 applications, the review panel selected 10 projects, with a total funding of $522,000. These projects are now underway under the supervision of the University of Alberta and the University of Calgary. 
• The CSEE hosted, with a number of other organizations, the April 2010 Banff Clean Energy Dialogue, which brought together government officials, industry chief executive officers, think tank directors and environmental non-governmental organization representatives. 
• The CSEE worked with the Winnipeg Consensus Group think tanks and environmental non-governmental organizations on ideas to build a Canadian energy strategy. 
• The CSEE moderated the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers Oil Sands Dialogues, an attempt to bridge the gap of information and understanding on oil sands between industry and stakeholders.

Program Activity: Canada's Research and Innovation Capacity

($ millions)

Actual Spending 2008–09	Actual Spending 2009–10	Planned Spending 2010–11	Total Authorities 2010–11	Actual Spending 2010–11	Variance(s)
-	-	-	-	-	-

Comment(s) on Variance(s):
$15 million was paid upfront in 2007–08.

Significant Evaluation Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
A compliance audit to be completed in 2013–14 will provide the project review.

Significant Audit Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
A compliance audit of the CSEE is scheduled to be completed by September 30, 2013.

URL to Recipient's Site: Canada School of Energy and Environment

Start Date: July 2005

End Date: March 2015

Total Funding ($ millions): 30.0

Description:
The Council of Canadian Academies (CCA) is an arm's-length, not-for-profit organization that was established to assess the state of scientific knowledge underpinning key public policy issues. Its founding members are the Royal Society of Canada, the Canadian Academy of Engineering and the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences. The Government of Canada provided a $30-million, one-time conditional grant in July 2005 from Budget 2005, which entitles the Government to up to 5 assessments per year. All CCA assessments are undertaken by independent panels of qualified experts from Canada and abroad. Each assessment takes 12 months to 2 years to complete.

Strategic Outcome:
Science and Technology, Knowledge, and Innovation are Effective Drivers of a Strong Canadian Economy

Summary of Results Achieved by the Recipient:

• CCA published 2 assessment reports in 2010–11: Honesty, Accountability, and Trust: Fostering Research Integrity in Canada (November 2010), and Canadian Taxonomy: Exploring Biodiversity, Creating Opportunity (November 2010). This is 1 fewer than expected due to delays in the peer review process.
• In fiscal year 2011–12 the CCA will complete 2 more assessments on Approaches to Animal Health Risk Assessment and the Integrated Testing of Pesticides. 
• In 2010, the CCA published its External Evaluation Report and, in response, has developed its 2011–14 Strategic Plan entitled Insight & Impact.

Program Activity: Canada's Research and Innovation Capacity

($ millions)

Actual Spending 2008–09	Actual Spending 2009–10	Planned Spending 2010–11	Total Authorities 2010–11	Actual Spending 2010–11	Variance(s)
-	-	-	-	-	-

Comment(s) on Variance(s):
$30 million was paid upfront in 2005–06.

Significant Evaluation Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
In 2010, the CCA undertook an external evaluation and published the results in a report entitled Review of the Council of Canadian Academies: Report from the External Evaluation Panel 2010. The evaluation concluded that the CCA is delivering on its objectives and adding value to public debate. The panel produced 19 overarching recommendations for the CCA, which can be broken down into 5 key areas: the development of science advice in Canada, the relationship with the Member Academies, stakeholder engagement, communications and outreach, organizational excellence, and sustainable funding. The full report is publicly available on the CCA's website. 

Significant Audit Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
No audit was completed or planned in 2010–11.

URL to Recipient's Site: Council of Canadian Academies

Start Date: March 7, 2008

End Date: March 31, 2012

Total Funding ($ millions): 15.0

Description:
The Heart and Stroke Foundation Centre for Stroke Recovery (HSFCSR), affiliated with the University of Toronto and the University of Ottawa, is developing a program of integrated, translational research that includes molecular biology, laboratory models and clinical studies that help pave the way for designing and testing post-stroke interventions and therapies more quickly. The Centre's primary research objective is to establish a program of excellence in brain recovery research that will be globally competitive and will have a realistic likelihood of leading to effective functional improvements after a stroke.

Strategic Outcome:
Science and Technology, Knowledge, and Innovation are Effective Drivers of a Strong Canadian Economy

Summary of Results Achieved by the Recipient:

In 2010–11, the HSFCSR:

• recruited world-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Dale Corbett in the role of Scientific Director and CEO of the Centre;
• engaged 93 member researchers in 64 projects and 2 platforms, including the launch of 16 new projects;
• increased the number of patients enrolled in the Rehabilitation Affiliate Program from 157 to 269; and
• built new capacity in the Stroke Patient Recovery Research Database to ensure security, reliability and ease of collaboration.

Program Activity: Canada's Research and Innovation Capacity

($ millions)

Actual Spending 2008–09	Actual Spending 2009–10	Planned Spending 2010–11	Total Authorities 2010–11	Actual Spending 2010–11	Variance(s)
-	-	-	-	-	-

Comment(s) on Variance(s):
$15 million was paid upfront in 2007–08.

Significant Evaluation Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
The compliance audit completed in 2010–11 provided the project review.

Significant Audit Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
A compliance audit was conducted on the HSFCSR in 2010–11, which found that the HSFCSR was in compliance with the requirements of its funding agreement with Industry Canada. It included recommendations to improve reporting practices.

URL to Recipient's Site: Heart and Stroke Foundation Centre for Stroke Recovery

Start Date: March 13, 2008

End Date: March 31, 2011

Total Funding ($ millions): 15.0

Description:
The Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute (LKSKI) at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto will bring together research, education and clinical care with a commitment to knowledge translation in order to bridge the gap between research knowledge and health care practice. The Institute will initially focus on inner-city health, heart and lung disease, diabetes, nutrition, brain injury, and multi-organ failure, building on existing research teams of scientists, research coordinators, programmers and technicians.

Strategic Outcome:
Science and Technology, Knowledge, and Innovation are Effective Drivers of a Strong Canadian Economy

Summary of Results Achieved by the Recipient:

In 2010–11, the LKSKI:

• completed construction and began occupancy of the building;
• recruited 5 leading researchers and educators and increased staff of the Applied Health Research Centre to 30 employees;
• provided a training course on knowledge translation to 22 employees at St. Michael's Hospital; and
• provided 115 knowledge translation consultations within the University of Toronto community, leading to 44 knowledge translation projects at St. Michael's Hospital.

Program Activity: Canada's Research and Innovation Capacity

($ millions)

Actual Spending 2008–09	Actual Spending 2009–10	Planned Spending 2010–11	Total Authorities 2010–11	Actual Spending 2010–11	Variance(s)
-	-	-	-	-	-

Comment(s) on Variance(s):
$15 million was paid upfront in 2007–08.

Significant Evaluation Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
The compliance audit completed in 2010–11 provided the project review.

Significant Audit Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
A compliance audit was conducted on the LKSKI in 2010–11, which found that the LKSKI was in compliance with the requirements of its funding agreement with Industry Canada. It included recommendations to improve recognition of federal funding and official language offering.

URL to Recipient's Site: Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute

Start Date: February 19, 2008

End Date: March 31, 2011

Total Funding ($ millions): 15.0

Description:
The Life Sciences Research Institute (LSRI) is a partnership of Capital Health, Dalhousie University and the IWK Health Centre. LSRI will provide open-concept research and incubator space for the Halifax region's growing life sciences and biotechnology sector and has the potential to create employment, attract investment, foster innovation, and improve the quality of health care and life for people in the region.

Strategic Outcome:
Science and Technology, Knowledge, and Innovation are Effective Drivers of a Strong Canadian Economy

Summary of Results Achieved by the Recipient:

In 2010–11, the LSRI:

• completed the construction of the building; and
• put in place the LSRI Scientific and Commercialization Committee, which has begun the development of a plan to assess the calibre and progression of the future work of LSRI tenants. The Committee will also be responsible for recommending new tenancy

Program Activity: Canada's Research and Innovation Capacity

($ millions)

Actual Spending 2008–09	Actual Spending 2009–10	Planned Spending 2010–11	Total Authorities 2010–11	Actual Spending 2010–11	Variance(s)
-	-	-	-	-	-

Comment(s) on Variance(s):
$15 million was paid up front in 2007–08.

Significant Evaluation Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
The compliance audit completed in 2010–11 provided the project review.

Significant Audit Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
A compliance audit was conducted on the LSRI in 2010–11, which found that the LSRI was in compliance with the requirements of its funding agreement with Industry Canada. It included recommendations to improve recognition of federal funding, reporting practices and official languages offering.

URL to Recipient's Site: Life Sciences Research Institute

Start Date: March 31, 2002

End Date: Ongoing

Total Funding ($ millions): 125.0

Description:
The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation supports the research and dissemination of research findings in the humanities and human sciences, such as Canadian studies, history, international relations, journalism, law, peace and conflict studies, philosophy, political economy, political science, sociology, and urban and community studies.

Utilizing a peer-review process, the Foundation offers 3 types of awards: Scholarships awarded to doctoral candidates, Fellowships awarded to established researchers at Canadian universities and Mentorships awarded to seasoned professionals who are able to counsel the Scholars. The Foundation also supports the Public Interaction Program, which communicates the work of the Foundation through conferences, lectures and symposia.

Strategic Outcome:
Science and Technology, Knowledge, and Innovation are Effective Drivers of a Strong Canadian Economy

Summary of Results Achieved by the Recipient:

In 2010–11, the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation

• awarded 4 Trudeau Fellowships, 15 Trudeau Scholarships and 10 Trudeau Mentorships; and
• held its 7th annual Conference on Public Policy, annual Summer Institute, Trudeau Lecture Series, as well as other events under the Public Interaction Program throughout the year.

Program Activity: Canada's Research and Innovation Capacity

($ millions)

Actual Spending 2008–09	Actual Spending 2009–10	Planned Spending 2010–11	Total Authorities 2010–11	Actual Spending 2010–11	Variance(s)
-	-	-	-	-	-

Comment(s) on Variance(s):
The federal government endowed the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation with $125 million in March 2002.

Significant Evaluation Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
An evaluation was completed in 2008–09 with the next one scheduled for 2013–14.

Significant Audit Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
No audit was completed or planned in 2010–11.

URL to Recipient's Site: www.trudeaufoundation.ca 

Start Date: February 19, 2008

End Date: March 31, 2011

Total Funding ($ millions): 15.0

Description:
The National Optics Institute (INO), located in Quebec, is a centre of expertise in optics and photonics, and works with businesses to help them find solutions and technology platforms to meet their needs. INO provides research and development support for clients, prototype production and technology transfer, and promotes innovative projects.

Strategic Outcome:
Science and Technology, Knowledge, and Innovation are Effective Drivers of a Strong Canadian Economy

Summary of Results Achieved by the Recipient:

In 2010–11, INO:

• advanced optics and photonics research and technology with broad applications in health, defence and security, space and astronomy, manufacturing, information and communications technologies, and energy and environment;
• generated $12 million in external revenues from research and development contracts, prototype sales and technology transfers, of which 61% came from small and medium-sized enterprises, 25% from large companies, 8% from government agencies and 6% from universities; and
• received 10 patents, created 1 spinoff company and completed 3 technology transfers.

Program Activity: Canada's Research and Innovation Capacity

($ millions)

Actual Spending 2008–09	Actual Spending 2009–10	Planned Spending 2010–11	Total Authorities 2010–11	Actual Spending 2010–11	Variance(s)
-	-	-	-	-	-

Comment(s) on Variance(s):
$15 million was paid upfront in 2007–08

Significant Evaluation Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
The compliance audit completed in 2010–11 provided the project review.

Significant Audit Findings by the Recipient During the Reporting Year and Future Plan:
A compliance audit was conducted on INO in 2010–11, which found that INO was in compliance with the requirements of its funding agreement with Industry Canada. It included recommendations for INO to provide greater clarity and more information in its corporate plans and annual reports.

URL to Recipient's Site: www.ino.ca