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Horizontal Initiative Template
Name of Horizontal Initiative: AgriInsurance
Name of Lead Department(s): Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Start Date of the Horizontal Initiative: April 1, 2008
End Date of the Horizontal Initiative: March 31, 2012
Total Federal Funding Allocation: Not available at this time.
Description of the Horizontal Initiative: AgriInsurance includes the Production Insurance (PI) program which will aim to reduce financial impact on producers of production losses caused by uncontrollable natural perils.
Shared Outcome(s): Expand production loss protection to a broader range of agricultural products to further reduce the need for ad hoc compensation.
Governance Structure(s): PI is a provincial-territorial program to which the federal government contributes financially under federal-provincial-territorial Growing Forward Implementation Agreements. Governance structure includes various national standards outlined in federal Production Insurance Regulations and federal-provincial-territorial committees (Production Insurance and Business Risk Management Working Groups as well as Policy Assistant Deputy Ministers).
| Federal Partners Involved in each program | Names of Programs | Total Allocation | Planned Spending for 2008/09 | Actual Spending in 2008/09 | Expected Results for 2008/09 | Achieved Results in 2008/09 |
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| 1. AAFC | Production Insurance | Not available at this time. | $388.7 million |
Increased number of new programs and options available to farmers, including new plans for horticulture and livestock sectors.
Increased producer participation in provinces and territories that have amended existing plans and that are implementing new plans and options. |
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| Total | Not available at this time. | $388.7 million |
Results to be Achieved by Non-Federal Partners:
Planning and developments are done jointly with the provinces. Therefore, the expected results are the same, but the achieved results will vary by province.
Contact Information:
Michel Massé
A/Director
Production Insurance and Risk Management Division
Farm Financial Programs Branch
613-759-6179
Note: Planned spending figures represent the amounts included in Main Estimates. It does not include any additional amounts that may be brought into the Department's reference levels. The most recent planned spending estimates can be attained from the contact person.
Horizontal Initiative Template
Name of Horizontal Initiative: AgriInvest
Name of Lead Department(s): Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Start Date of the Horizontal Initiative: October 25, 2007 - For Growing Forward - Business Risk Management funding, which covers AgriInvest.
End Date of the Horizontal Initiative: March 31, 2012 - For Growing Forward - Business Risk Management funding, which covers AgriInvest
Total Federal Funding Allocation: $847.1 million over five years.
Description of the Horizontal Initiative: The AgriInvest program is one of four core business risk management programs available to producers under Growing Forward. Through AgriInvest, producers will be able to self-manage, through producer-government savings accounts, the first 15 per cent of their margin losses for a production year. Annual producer deposits will be matched by government deposits (cost-shared 60:40 by federal and provincial governments) into producers' accounts.
AgriInvest will provide producers with a secure and accessible source of income assistance to address small drops in farm income. Producers will have the flexibility to use the funds to address declines in income or make investments to reduce on-farm risks or increase farm revenues.
Shared Outcome(s): To mitigate the impacts of smaller income losses through the availability of timely and predictable funds.
Governance Structure(s): The AgriInvest program is part of the comprehensive Growing Forward strategy developed by federal, provincial and territorial Ministers of Agriculture, and falls under the Business Risk Management priority. Funding is 60% federal and 40% provincial/territorial.
The AgriInvest program will be delivered in Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island and Yukon by a federal administration. In Quebec, the AgriInvest program will be delivered provincially.
| Federal Partners Involved in each program | Names of Programs | Total Allocation | Planned Spending for 2008/09 | Actual Spending in 2008/09 | Expected Results for 2008/09 | Achieved Results in 2008/09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. AAFC | AgriInvest | $847.1 million (for fiscal years 2007/08 to 2011/12) |
$170.5 million | - Reduce producers income loss through participation in BRM programs | ||
| Total | $847.1 million (See note) |
$170.5 million (See note) |
Results to be Achieved by Non-Federal Partners:
Joint planning and execution (federally and provincially) so provincial results are consistent.
Contact Information:
Danny Foster
Director General
BRM Program Development
613-715-5044
Note: Planned spending figures represent the amounts included in Main Estimates. The most recent planned spending estimates can be attained from the contact person. Spending reflects all costs incurred by the department (salary, operating, transfer payments). See also the related horizontal initiative on AgriStability, AgriInsurance, and AgriRecovery.
Horizontal Initiative Template
Name of Horizontal Initiative: AgriRecovery (including the Agricultural Disaster Relief Program (ADRP))
Name of Lead Department(s): Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Start Date of the Horizontal Initiative: December 6, 2007
For Growing Forward - Business Risk Management funding, which covers AgriRecovery.
End Date of the Horizontal Initiative: March 31, 2011 - For Growing Forward - Business Risk Management funding, which covers AgriRecovery
Total Federal Funding Allocation: $441 million over five years.
Description of the Horizontal Initiative: The AgriRecovery framework is one of four core pillars of the new business risk management suite available to producers under Growing Forward. AgriRecovery will facilitate the process for governments to provide short-term, timely assistance to help producers re-establish their income stream and contain the long-term impacts after a natural disaster. Under AgriRecovery, the ADRP will help focus the coordination effort, providing fast-tracked programs of up to $20 million (up to $122.6 million per fiscal year) to quickly fund initiatives in response to disasters when they occur. Programming not eligible under the ADRP may still utilize the AgriRecovery framework and funding though a separate Treasury Board submission would be required.
Shared Outcome(s): Reduce the economic impact of catastrophic natural disasters on producers through timely assistance not otherwise provided by other programs.
Governance Structure(s): The AgriRecovery framework, including the ADRP, is part of the comprehensive Growing Forward developed by federal, provincial and territorial Ministers of Agriculture, and falls under the Business Risk Management priority. Under the ADRP, funding is expected to be 60% federal and 40% provincial/territorial.
For AgriRecovery programming outside the ADRP, funding options will be negotiated with the provinces on a case-by-case basis. .
| Federal Partners Involved in each program | Names of Programs | Total Allocation | Planned Spending for 2008/09 | Actual Spending in 2008/09 | Expected Results for 2008/09 | Achieved Results in 2008/09 |
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| 1. AAFC | AgriRecovery (including the Agricultural Disaster Relief Program) | $440.7 million ($72.9 million for FY 2007/08 and $122.6 million per year for FYs 2008/09 to 2010/11) | $122.6 million | - Reduce producers income loss through participation in BRM programs | ||
| Total |
$440.7 million
(See note 1 and 2) |
$122.6 million (See note) |
Results to be Achieved by Non-Federal Partners:
Joint planning and execution (federally and provincially) so provincial results are consistent.
Contact Information:
Danny Foster
Director General
BRM Program Development
613-715-5044
Note 1: Planned spending figures represent the amounts included in Main Estimates and approved Treasury Board Submission. See also the related horizontal initiative on AgriInsurance, AgriStability, and AgriInvest.
Note 2: Under AgriRecovery funding is secured for the 2007/08 to 2011/12 fiscal years; however, authorities for the ADRP, which may utilize AgriRecovery funding, currently expire on March 31, 2011.
Horizontal Initiative Template
Name of Horizontal Initiative: AgriStability
Name of Lead Department(s): Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Start Date of the Horizontal Initiative: April 1, 2008 - For Growing Forward - Business Risk Management funding, which covers AgriStability.
End Date of the Horizontal Initiative: March 31, 2012 - For Growing Forward - Business Risk Management funding, which covers AgriStability.
Total Federal Funding Allocation: Not available at this time.
Description of the Horizontal Initiative: The AgriStability program is one of four core business risk management programs available to producers under Growing Forward. AgriStability is a margin-based demand-driven program providing support when a producer experiences larger farm income losses, which are declines of more than 15 per cent in a producer's average income from previous years.
Shared Outcome(s): To mitigate the impacts of larger income losses with margin protection.
Governance Structure(s): The AgriStability program is part of the comprehensive Growing Forward strategy developed by federal, provincial and territorial Ministers of Agriculture, and falls under the Business Risk Management priority. Funding is 60% federal and 40% provincial/territorial.
The AgriStability program is currently delivered in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Yukon by a federal administration. In Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and Prince Edward Island, the AgriStability program is delivered provincially.
| Federal Partners Involved in each program | Names of Programs | Total Allocation | Planned Spending for 2008/09 | Actual Spending in 2008/09 | Expected Results for 2008/09 | Achieved Results in 2008/09 |
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| 1. AAFC | AgriStability | Not available at this time. | $699.3 million | - Reduce producers income loss through participation in BRM programs | ||
| Total | Not available at this time. | $699.3 million (See note) |
Note: Planned spending figures represent the amounts included in Main Estimates. It does not include any additional amounts that may be brought into the Department's reference levels. Spending reflects all costs incurred by the department (salary, operating, transfer payments). See also the related horizontal initiative on AgriInvest, AgriInsurance, and AgriRecovery.
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Results to be Achieved by Non-Federal Partners: Contact Information: |
Horizontal Initiative Template
Name of Horizontal Initiative: Canadian Agricultural Skills Service (CASS)
Name of Lead Department(s): Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Start Date of the Horizontal Initiative: April 1, 2003.
End Date of the Horizontal Initiative: March 31, 2008 (proposed extension until March 31, 2009).
Total Federal Funding Allocation: Not available at this time.
Description of the Horizontal Initiative: Farmers and/or their spouses are offered assistance for skills development and access to training that could result in increased on-farm or off-farm income. Assistance is provided to develop an individual learning plan and to access training in areas such as improved farm practices and farm business management including accounting, finance, human resource management; training for other employment; or training to acquire skills for starting a new business. Financial support for training such as tuition fees for courses, supplies for courses as well as travel and accommodation are also provided.
Shared Outcome(s):
(a) Farmers' profitability increased;
(b) Improved choices about sources of income; and
(c) Production of farm products based on market and consumer demands respecting food safety and food quality and environmentally-responsible production, and opportunities from science and innovation captured.
Governance Structure(s): Program development with Renewal federal/provincial/territorial working group. Program delivery by Human Resources and Social Development Canada (HRSDC), Provincial Governments and Third Party delivery agents.
| Federal Partners Involved in each program | Names of Programs | Total Allocation | Planned Spending for 2008/09 | Actual Spending in 2008/09 | Expected Results for 2008/09 | Achieved Results in 2008/09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. AAFC/Human Resources and Social Development Canada (HRSDC) | Canadian Agricultural Skills Service | $62.6 million (for fiscal years 2003/04 to 2007/08 only) 2008-09 Not available at this time. |
Not available at this time. |
(1) Increased implementation by low-income farmers and farm families of skills-based income strategies.
(2) Farmers express satisfaction with CASS. |
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| Total | Not available at this time. | Not available at this time. |
Results to be Achieved by Non-Federal Partners:
Provinces that previously delivered the CASS program will continue to do so, thereby contributing to AAFC's expected results for the program. Non-federal partners will also continue to participate in the Renewal federal-provincial-territorial (FPT) working group, where program issues will be addressed as the program enters its last stages.
Contact Information:
Johanne Métayer
Director
Renewal Division
Farm Financial Programs Branch
613-759-6689
Note: Planned spending figures represent the amounts included in Main Estimates. The most recent planned spending estimates can be attained from the contact person.
Horizontal Initiative Template
Name of Horizontal Initiative: MOU with Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) on Food Safety and Quality
Name of Lead Department(s): Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Start Date of the Horizontal Initiative: April 1, 2003.
End Date of the Horizontal Initiative: March 31, 2008 (proposed extension until March 31, 2009).
Total Federal Funding Allocation: Not available at this time.
Description of the Horizontal Initiative: To establish minimum standards, as well as inspection and enforcement strategies for manufacturers of medicated feed for food producing animals. Also to establish the On-Farm Food Safety Recognition Program, which will provide government recognition of HACCP - based food safety systems developed and implemented by national producer associations.
Specific activities under the medicated feeds initiative will:
- promulgate and implement medicated feed regulations establishing minimum standards for manufacturers of medicated feed for food producing animals; and
- establish standards and policies supporting the design and implementation of an inspection and licensing system for these feed mills and farms by evaluating their manufacturing procedures and records.
Specific activities under the on-farm food safety recognition initiative will:
- establish a recognition system for on-farm food safety programs, which will ensure that adequate government oversight mechanisms are in place to maintain the confidence of Canada's trading partners and facilitate open access to marketplace.
Shared Outcome(s):
(a) protect human health by reducing exposure to hazards; and
(b) increase consumer confidence in the safety and quality of food produced in Canada. [ MOU, section 1.2].
Governance Structure(s):
The MOU Governance Model includes three levels:
(1) the Joint Management Committee (JMC) which approves costed work plans with milestones, targets and indicators; reviews expenditures; and reports semi-annually on results to the Deputy Ministers' Committee;
(2) the Deputy Ministers' Committee which reviews and recommends the annual release of funds that are held in frozen allotment by Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS), and recommends the Minister's approval of changes, where objectives of this MOU change materially; and
(3) the Ministers who approve changes where objectives of this MOU change materially and who constitute the last resort for dispute resolution.
A TBS official sits as an ex-officio member on the first committee.
This MOU Governance Structure is supported by the Interdepartmental Director General Working Group, whose members are the relevant Directors General from AAFC and CFIA and a Senior Director from TBS.
| Federal Partners Involved in each program | Names of Programs | Total Allocation | Planned Spending for 2008/09 | Actual Spending in 2008/09 | Expected Results for 2008/09 | Achieved Results in 2008/09 |
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| 1. AAFC (work performed by CFIA) |
a. On-Farm Food Safety Recognition Program (OFFSRP) | $10.0 M (for fiscal years 2003/04 to 2007/08 only) 2008-09 not available at this time. | Not available at this time. |
OFFSRP Development - The requirements, criteria, and procedures for the 3rd party audit accreditation process developed and finalized - Implementation Assessment process implemented (industry management system) - On-going monitoring process developed. - Pilots on accreditation and implementation assessment processes conducted. - Training to industry and government partners on the details of the above processes provided OFFSRP Implementation Expanded Activities (from re-profiled funding) Generic Models Guidelines Post Farm Recognition Technical Advice Surveillance (Baselines) Strengthening Food Safety Networks -Key food safety, traceability and quality strategies developed through work with interdepartmental colleagues as well as consultation with P/T governments and external stakeholders. |
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| 2. CFIA | b. Medicated Feed Regulations | $17.0 M (for fiscal years 2003/04 to 2007/08 only) 2008-09 not available at this time. | Not available at this time. |
Medicated Feeds Regulations
Regulatory text developed and finalized, including Regulatory Impact Analysis Statement and other required documents Regulatory proposal published in Canada Gazette I and II Continued participation in stakeholder meetings to discuss and refine the regulatory proposal, develop technical guide to the Regulations (Manual of Procedures) and raise awareness of regulatory requirements Environmental scan on effective licensing options conducted Functional licensing office opened Development continued on a lab accreditation system for medication guarantees and residues National documented training and assessment program for feed inspection staff developed Implement Inspector Certification Program in the Feed Program Improve IT system to ensure availability of accurate, comprehensive electronic compliance information |
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| Total | $27.0 M (for fiscal years 2003/04 to 2007/08 only) 2008-09 not available at this time. |
Not available at this time. |
Results to be Achieved by Non-Federal Partners:
Not applicable
Contact Information:
Anita Stanger
Director
Food Safety and Quality Programs Division
613-759-6234
Note: Planned spending figures represent the amounts included in Main Estimates. The most recent planned spending estimates can be attained from the contact person.
Horizontal Initiative Template
Name of Horizontal Initiative: Co-operatives Secretariat
Name of Lead Department(s): Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Start Date of the Horizontal Initiative: April 1, 2003.
End Date of the Horizontal Initiative: March 31, 2008 (proposed extension until March 31, 2009).
Total Federal Funding Allocation: Not available at this time.
Description of the Horizontal Initiative: The Co-operatives Secretariat was established in 1987 to help the Government of Canada respond more effectively to the concerns and needs of Canadian co-operatives. The Secretariat advises the government on policies affecting co-operatives, co-ordinates the implementation of such policies, promotes co-operatives within the federal government, and provides a link between the co-operative sector and the many federal departments and agencies with which they interact. Since 2003, the Co-operatives Secretariat is managing the Co-operative Development Initiative and the Agricultural-Co-operative Development Initiative since 2006-07.
Shared Outcome(s): The end outcome of the Government of Canada with respect to co-operatives is the expanded use of the co-operatives model to enhance the economic growth and social development of Canadian rural and urban society. The objectives are to:
- raise awareness of the co-operative model and of the role that co-operatives can play in both social and economic development;
- promote policies, programs and legislation that support co-operatives development that achieve federal policy objectives, and greater harmonization of efforts; and
- encourage the growth of existing co-operatives and the creation of new co-operatives to meet the social and economic needs of Canadians.
Governance Structure(s): The Co-operatives Secretariat was created to improve the relationship between Canadian co-operatives and federal departments and agencies. Formal mechanisms for collaboration include the Interdepartmental Committee on Co-operatives, dialogue with provincial collaborators and sector working groups. The Co-operatives Secretariat acts as a coordinator for interaction between the government and the co-operative sector. The Secretariat is headed by a Director, and is part of the Rural and Co-operatives Secretariats within AAFC. More details on the functions of the Secretariat are available.
| Federal Partners Involved in each program | Names of Programs | Total Allocation | Planned Spending for 2008/09 | Actual Spending in 2008/09 | Expected Results for 2008/09 | Achieved Results in 2008/09 |
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| Co-operatives Secretariat/ AAFC A listing of the 17 departments and agencies that currently have policies and programs affecting co-operatives is available. |
Co-operative Development Initiative (CDI): - Advisory Services - Innovation &Research |
$15.0 million (for fiscal years 2003/04 to 2007/08) 2008-09 Not available at this time. |
Not Available at this time. | Greater economic benefits in Canadian communities | ||
| Ag-CDI | $1 million (for 2006/07) $3.2 million (for fiscal years 2007/08 and 2008/09) |
$2.0M for Ag-CDI | ||||
| Co-operatives Secretariat | 2008-09 Not Available at this time. | Not Available at this time. | ||||
| Total | Not available at this time. | Not available at this time. |
Results to be Achieved by Non-Federal Partners:
Not applicable.
Contact Information:
Donna Mitchell
Executive Director
Rural and Co-operatives Secretariats
613-759-7113
Note: Planned spending figures represent the amounts included in Main Estimates. The most recent planned spending estimates can be attained from the contact person.
Horizontal Initiative Template
Name of Horizontal Initiative: AAFC-Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT) MOU on Agri-Food Specialists Positions Abroad
Name of Lead Department(s): Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Start Date of the Horizontal Initiative: 2003-04 fiscal year
End Date of the Horizontal Initiative: March 31, 2008 (proposed extension until March 31, 2009).
Total Federal Funding Allocation: Amount not available at this time.
Description of the Horizontal Initiative: A key objective of the Agricultural Policy Framework (APF) International component was to strengthen Canada's market access and market development capacity and gaining recognition for Canada's world-leading capabilities to meet the quality demands of highly-segmented and increasingly competitive global markets.
This MOU establishes the operational principles, management practices and performance measurement criteria for the 33 agriculture and agri-food specialist positions in Canadian Embassies and High Commissions located in key export markets. The agricultural specialist's role is to enhance the delivery of services to Canadian agricultural exporters in areas such as agriculture and agri-food business development, investment promotion, market access and advocacy, and market penetration.
The MOU will be re-negotiated and broadened to encompass AAFC's full relationship with DFAIT, including the North American Partnership Program (NAPP) as both departments evolve their programs, with AAFC implementing the new Growing Forward Framework Agreement and DFAIT implementing the Global Commerce Strategy.
Shared Outcome(s):
(a) Improved capacity within DFAIT's Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) to deliver in-market support to Canadian agricultural exporters;
(b) Increased recognition in targeted markets of Canada-branded food and agriculture products, recognizing Canada's ability to supply high quality, safe and innovative products produced in an environmentally responsible manner; and
(c) Improved market access in key markets for Canadian food and agriculture products.
Governance Structure(s):
The MOU Governance Model includes three levels:
(1) the Joint Management Committee (JMC) which approves work plans with milestones, targets and indicators; reviews expenditures; and reports semi-annually on results to the Deputy Ministers' Committee;
(2) the Deputy Ministers' Committee which reviews and recommends the annual release of funds that are held in frozen allotment by Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS), and recommends the Ministers' approval of changes, where objectives of this MOU change materially; and
(3) Ministers who approve changes where objectives of this MOU change materially and who constitute the last resort for dispute resolution.
This MOU Governance Structure is supported by the International Markets Coordination unit at AAFC, which operates under the guidance of the relevant Directors General of AAFC and DFAIT and the Senior Director at TBS, and which consults with appropriate AAFC and DFAIT officials from the geographic, trade policy, investment, performance measurement, and human resources teams.
| Federal Partners Involved in each program | Names of Programs | Total Allocation | Planned Spending for 2008/09 | Actual Spending in 2008/09 | Expected Results for 2008/09 | Achieved Results in 2008/09 |
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| AAFC | a. Negotiation of new MOU | Not available at this time | Not available at this time | Interdepartmental relationship and roles clarified; investment for subsequent years agreed | ||
| b. Agricultural Specialists Abroad (AASA) program (one-year extension of program created under APF) |
$42.5 million for 2003-04 to 2007-08.
Plus one year proposed extension for 2008-09 (amount not available at this time). |
Not available at this time |
Further harmonization and clarity between AAFC's and DFAIT's planning and reporting processes
AASAs deliver in-market support to Canadian exporters, contributing to market development, improved market access and promotion of the Canada brand for food and agriculture. |
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| c. North America Partnership Program (NAPP) | Not available at this time | Not available at this time | Agricultural Trade Commissioners deliver in-market services to industry, and market development/promotion and trade advocacy in North American markets | |||
| 2) DFAIT | Client Service Fund (for general expenditures in support of the positions) | Not available at this time | Not available at this time | Support initiatives related to agriculture, food and seafood sector. | ||
| Total | Not available at this time | Not available at this time |
Results to be Achieved by Non-Federal Partners:
Not applicable.
Contact Information:
Susan Winkelaar
A/Manager, International Markets Coordination
613-759-7987
Note: Planned spending figures represent the amounts included in Main Estimates. The most recent planned spending estimates can be attained from the contact person. Planned spending amounts are approximate, pending completion of negotiations and Treasury Board Submission approval.
Horizontal Initiative Template
Name of Horizontal Initiative: Farm Business Services
Name of Lead Department(s): Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Start Date of the Horizontal Initiative: April 1, 2003.
End Date of the Horizontal Initiative: March 31, 2008 (proposed extension until March 31, 2009).
Total Federal Funding Allocation: Not available at this time.
Description of the Horizontal Initiative: These services will provide eligible farmers access to financial consultants who will help them assess their finances and develop succession, action plans and business plans (financial, marketing, value-added). Further details are available.
Shared Outcome(s):
(a) Farmers' profitability increased;
(b) Improved choices about sources of income; and
(c) Production of farm products based on market and consumer demands respecting food safety and food quality and environmentally responsible production, and opportunities from science and innovation captured.
Governance Structure(s): Program development and performance measurement by Renewal federal/provincial/territorial working group.
| Federal Partners Involved in each program | Names of Programs | Total Allocation | Planned Spending for 2008/09 | Actual Spending in 2008/09 | Expected Results for 2008/09 | Achieved Results in 2008/09 |
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| AAFC | i) Canadian Farm Business Advisory Services (CFBAS), which has two phases: Farm Business Assessment (FBA) |
$53.2 million (2003/04 to 2007/08 only) 2008/09 not available at this time. | Not yet available | (1) Increased implementation by farmers of business development strategies. | ||
| Specialized Business Planning Services (SBPS) | $20.7 million (2003/04 to 2007/08 only) 2008/09 not available at this time. |
Not yet available | (2) Farmers are satisfied with programs. | |||
| ii) Planning and Assessment for Value-Added Enterprises (PAVE) |
$26.1 million
(2003/04 to 2007/08 only) 2008/09 not available at this time. |
Not yet available | ||||
| Total |
$100.0 million
(fiscal years 2003/04 to 2007/08 only) 2008/09 not available at this time. |
Not yet available |
Results to be Achieved by Non-Federal Partners:
Non-federal partners will continue to participate in the Renewal federal-provincial-territorial working group, where program issues are addressed. Non-federal partners will also continue to deliver Renewal programs where collateral agreements have been signed (Quebec and the First Nations Agricultural Council of Saskatchewan Inc.).
Contact Information:
Johanne Métayer
Director
Renewal Division
Farm Financial Programs Branch
613-759-6689
Note: Planned spending figures represent the amounts included in Main Estimates. The most recent planned spending estimates can be attained from the contact person.
Horizontal Initiative Template
Name of Horizontal Initiative: Rural Development
Name of Lead Department(s): Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Start Date of the Horizontal Initiative: April 1, 2003
End Date of the Horizontal Initiative: March 31, 2008 (proposed extension until March 31, 2009)
Total Federal Funding Allocation: Not available at this time.
Description of the Horizontal Initiative: The Government of Canada has mandated the Rural Secretariat, through the Canadian Rural Partnership (CRP), with developing, coordinating, and implementing a national, coordinated, cross-government approach to better understand the issues and concerns of rural Canadians and to encourage federal departments and agencies to make adjustments to their policies, programs and services to reflect the unique needs of rural communities. Through the CRP, involving 34 federal departments and agencies, the Government of Canada aims to integrate its economic, social, environmental and cultural policies and programs to enhance the quality of life for rural Canadians.
Shared Outcome(s):
The outcome is to enable rural communities to use their innovative capacity to capture the value of local amenities, and achieve greater local economic competitiveness. It is based on the following six guiding principles:.
- community is the cornerstone of rural development;
- collaboration across and among governments;
- flexible government approach to address rural diversity;
- multi-faceted/integrated approach to realize a community's potential;
- local leadership underpins the community's capacity; and
- business and entrepreneurship are essential components of building strong rural communities
Governance Structure(s): The federal partnership - the Canadian Rural Partnership - is managed by the Rural Secretariat based in AAFC in cooperation with an Assistant Deputy Minister Steering Committee, an Interdepartmental Working Group and Rural Development Networks, with representatives from 34 federal departments and agencies involved in the rural agenda. Horizontal coordination and leadership are provided by the Rural Secretariat under the direction of the Minister. This collaborative effort is reinforced by Rural Teams in each province and territory comprised of the federal government in the region with most teams also including members from the provincial or territorial government and/or sectoral stakeholders. At the Federal/Provincial/Territorial (F/P/T) level there is an Assistant Deputy Ministers Committee and a Working Group reporting to FPT Ministers responsible for rural issues.
| Federal Partners Involved in each program | Names of Programs | Total Allocation | Planned Spending for 2008/09 | Actual Spending in 2008/09 | Expected Results for 2008/09 | Achieved Results in 2008/09 |
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Rural Secretariat
A listing of the 34 departments and agencies of the Canadian Rural Partnership |
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$60.0 million (for fiscal years 2003/04 to 2007/08) 2008-09 Not available at this time |
Not available at this time. | Vibrant rural communities participating in and benefiting from local and national prosperity | ||
| Total | Not available at this time. | Not available at this time. |
Contact Information:
Donna Mitchell
Executive Director
Rural and Co-operatives Secretariats
613-759-7113
Note: Planned spending figures represent the amounts included in Main Estimates. The most recent planned spending estimates can be attained from the contact person.
