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2. Name of lead department(s): Environment Canada
3. Lead department program activity: Canadians are informed of, and respond appropriately to, current and predicted environmental conditions.
4. Start date of the Horizontal Initiative: July 2003
5. End date of the Horizontal Initiative: Ongoing
6. Total federal funding allocation (start to end date): No new funds - annual multi-departmental contributions
7. Description of the Horizontal Initiative (including funding agreement): Interdepartmental secretariat established to coordinate Canada's participation in the intergovernmental Group on Earth Observations (GEO); and advance coordinated, comprehensive and sustained Earth observations in Canada, funded through annual interdepartmental transfers and in-kind contributions.
8. Shared outcome(s):
- Enhancing access to global Earth observation data and science to meet Canadian environmental and socio-economic monitoring requirements
- Maximizing the effectiveness of Canadian investments in Earth observation networks, both domestic and international
- Improving evidence-based decision-making in operational and policy domains based on coordinated, comprehensive and sustainable Earth observations
9. Governance structure(s):
- Assistant Deputy Ministers (ADM) Steering Committee (Chair: Assistant Deputy Minister for the Meteorological Service of Canada)
- Directors General (DG) Interdepartmental Coordination Committee
- Canadian Group on Earth Observations Secretariat
Federal Partners | Federal Partner Program Activity (PA) | Names of Programs for Federal Partners | Total Allocation (from Start to End Date) | Planned Spending for 2009-10 |
Expected Results for 2009-10 |
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1. Environment Canada |
PA1
n/a |
a. Weather & Environmental Monitoring | $ not available |
$ 230 salary 140 O&M 38 G&C 25 in-kind |
a) Federal Earth Observation Strategy implemented; b) CGEO Working Committees (Soil Moisture, Arctic, & Data Policy) making active progress; development of a National Earth Observation Strategy initiated; c) CGEO engaged in GEOSS in the Americas initiatives; d) bilateral activities with USA initiated; e) additional federal departments engaged in CGEO; |
2. Natural Resources Canada |
PA1 n/a |
a. Earth Sciences Sector | $ not available | $ to be determined | as above |
b. Canadian Forest Service | $ not available | $ to be determined | as above | ||
3. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada |
PA1 n/a |
a. Science and Technology | $ not available |
$ 20,000 In-kind TBD |
as above |
b. Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Administration and Environment | $ not available |
$ 20,000 In-kind TBD |
as above | ||
4. Canadian Space Agency |
PA 1 n/a |
a. Earth Observations | $ not available |
$ 40,000 In-kind TBD |
as above |
5. Department of Fisheries & Oceans |
PA 1 n/a |
a. Science & Technology | $ not available | $ to be determined | as above |
6. Health Canada |
PA 1 n/a |
a. Radiation | $ not available | $ to be determined | as above |
7. Statistics Canada |
PA 1 n/a |
a. Agriculture | $ not available | $ to be determined | as above |
8. Department of Foreign Affairs & International Trade |
PA 1 n/a |
a. Environment | $ not available | $ not available | as above |
Total | $ not available | $ to be determined |
Results to be achieved by non-federal partners (if applicable): Not applicable
Contact information: Kenneth Korporal, Coordinator, Canadian Group on Earth Observations Secretariat, 373 Sussex Dr. , Ottawa, ON K1A 0H3 613-995-2466 kenneth.korporal@ec.gc.ca
2. Name of lead department(s): Environment Canada
3. Lead department program activity: COA Delivery
4. Start date of the Horizontal Initiative: April 1, 2005 (GLAP IV resources)
5. End date of the Horizontal Initiative: March 31, 2010 (expiry of COA and GLAP IV resources)
6. Total federal funding allocation (start to end date): $40 million over five years (GLAP IV resources), plus Departmental A-Base.
7. Description of the Horizontal Initiative (including funding agreement): The Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem Initiative is Environment Canada's mechanism for coordinating and delivering federal commitments to restore and maintain the chemical, physical and biological integrity of the Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem, as expressed in the Canada-U.S. Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement. Environment Canada uses the Canada-Ontario Agreement Respecting the Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem (COA) to engage other federal departments and Ontario in delivering Canada's Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement commitments.
Environment Canada's Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem Initiative (GLBEI) reflects Budget 2005 investments targeted at continuing the work under the Great Lakes Action Plan to improve the ecological integrity of the Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem. A total of $40 million over five years was allocated in GLAP IV to continue the environmental restoration of key aquatic Great Lakes Areas of Concern. Federal departments also use A-Base resources to support their efforts towards achieving COA results.
8. Shared outcome(s): The Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement establishes broad, long term objectives for Canada and the United States in restoring and protecting the Great Lakes. The Canada-Ontario Agreement Respecting the Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem (COA) provides a short-term plan for achieving Canada's Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement commitments. Through the COA, federal and provincial agencies are guided by a shared vision of a healthy, prosperous and sustainable Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem for present and future generations. The COA also establishes a common purpose and shared goals, results and commitments in four priority areas: restoration of Areas of Concern; reduction of Harmful Pollutants; achievement of Lake and Basin Sustainability; and coordination of monitoring, research and information.
9. Governance structure(s): Eight federal departments are engaged in delivering GLBEI results under the COA: Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Natural Resources Canada, Parks Canada, Transport Canada, Infrastructure Canada and Health Canada.
The COA Management Committee is the senior federal-provincial management body responsible for priority setting, establishing strategies to ensure delivery of the COA, and developing common positions and joint action plans for representing Canadian interests and engaging in cooperative initiatives with the United States agencies and the International Joint Commission.
Planning, prioritization and allocation of GLAP IV monies is managed through the federal Great Lakes Executive Committee, which involves the eight federal signatories to COA. The role of Great Lakes Executive Committee is to approve strategic directions and priorities for GLAP IV work activities, and to coordinate federal positions, strategies and initiatives in support of bi-national activities and discussions.
Federal Partners | Federal Partner Program Activity (PA) | Names of Programs for Federal Partners | Total Allocation (from Start to End Date) | Planned Spending for 2009-10 |
Expected Results for 2009-10 |
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Environment Canada | Sustainable use & management of natural capital and working landscapes | COA | $37.5 Million GLAPIV plus Departmental A-Base. | $2.4 Million GLAPIV plus $2.1 Million Departmental A-Base | All COA Results, except Ann. 2-3.2 |
Fisheries and Oceans Canada | Healthy & Productive Aquatic Ecosystems | COA | $2.5 Million GLAPIV, plus Departmental A-Base | $445.0K GLAPIV plus $5.164M Departmental A-Base | Ann. 1-2.4; Ann. 1-2.6; Ann. 3-1.2; Ann. 3-1.3; Ann. 3-1.4; Ann. 3-3.1; Ann. 3-3.2; Ann. 3-4.1; Ann. 3-4.2; Ann. 3-5.1; Ann. 4-1.1; Ann. 4-2.2. |
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada | Health of the Environment | COA | Departmental A-Base | $8 - 10 million | Ann. 1-1.2; Ann.1-2.2; Ann. 2-2.3; Ann. 3-1.2; Ann. 3-1.4; Ann. 3-2.2; Ann. 4-1.1; Ann. 4-2.2 |
Natural Resources Canada |
Canada is a world leader on environmental responsibility in the development and use of natural resources Ecosystem risk management: Canada understands and mitigates risks to natural resource ecosystems and human health |
Port Hope Long term Low-level Radioactive Waste Mgmt. Project CFS Forest harvesting in riparian zones CFS Pesticides Program |
Departmental A-Base; and C-Base |
$675.0K | Ann. 1-2.3; Ann. 2-3.1; Ann. 3-1.4; Ann. 3-2.4; Ann. 3-5.1; Ann. 4-2.2 |
Parks Canada | Conserve heritage resources | COA | Departmental A-Base | $0 | Ann. 3-1.1; Ann. 3-1.2; Ann. 3-1.3; Ann. 3-2.2; Ann. 3-3.2; Ann. 3-3.3; Ann. 4-1.1; Ann. 4-2.2. |
Transport Canada | Environmental Protection and Remediation; the Canadian Ballast Water Program | COA | Departmental A-Base | $507.0K | Ann. 3-1.3; Ann. 3-2.1; Ann. 3-4.1; Ann. 3-4.2 |
Infrastructure Canada | Infrastructure funding programs | Building Canada plan and sunsetting programs (CSIF MRIF) | Building Canada plan and sunsetting programs (CSIF MRIF) | TBD* | Ann. 1-2.1; Ann. 3-6.1** |
Health Canada | Healthy Environments & Consumer Safety | COA | Departmental A-Base | No A-Base funding. COA commitments incorporated in CMP initiatives. | Ann. 2-3.2 |
TOTAL: GLAPIV plus Departmental funding |
$2.85M GLAPIV $17.45M Dept'l funding |
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* For INFC, exact figures are not available for Total Allocation and Planned Spending for 2009-2010. Projects that are to be funded may be determined through a competitive, merit-based process, through joint federal-provincial discussions, or the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities may accept an Annual Capital Plan describing these. ** INFC is committed to attaining the objectives of the COA with particular emphasis on Annex items Ann. 1.2-1; Ann. 3-6.1; however, INFC employs its own project selection process to ensure that projects selected for funding meet specific eligibility criteria. Results Anticipated in 2009-10: In 2009-2010 progress toward a healthy and sustainable Great Lakes basin ecosystem will continue on many fronts.
Specific Results by Department: Environment Canada Work will continue to achieve progress in restoration of Great Lakes Areas of Concern. Environment Canada anticipates contributing $4.5 million towards numerous projects and initiatives including: · Working with the City of Toronto on the development of a Wet Weather Flow Master Plan (Toronto AOC). · Developing site-specific data and information on submerged aquatic substrates for the development of sediment management options (various AOCs). · Developing indicators to assess efficacy of remedial activities carried out in Areas of Concern (various AOCs). Work will continue to achieve a better understanding of the state and trends in the Great Lakes Ecosystem. Environment Canada will work with universities and other government agencies on many water and wildlife research projects, including: · Fish health effects in Areas of Concern. · Wildlife populations monitoring in Great Lakes Areas of Concern. · Watershed modelling for assessing nutrient loading and water quality.
Work will continue to reduce the release of harmful substances. Environment Canada will work with the Great Lakes community on projects, including: · Participating in the development and implementation of the Municipal Wastewater Effluent Strategy in Ontario. · Encouraging citizens and First Nations peoples to return unused and/or expired pharmaceuticals and personal care products to local drugstores. · Participating in outreach activities during development of a provincial Toxics Use Reduction Strategy.
Fisheries and Oceans Work will continue to conduct science, enhance fish habitats and control the negative impacts of established invasive species, including: · Developing indices of Biotic Integrity and Habitat Productivity to evaluate the diversity and biomass of near shore fish populations (Bay of Quinte). · Developing fish habitat classification schemes to assess the recovery of fish habitat (Bay of Quinte, Hamilton Harbour). · Developing and implementing new sampling methodologies to facilitate the ability of inspectors to collect water samples from ballast tanks, including tanks which contain only residual amounts of water.
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Work will continue to improve beneficial agriculture management practices with involvement of the Great Lakes farming community in numerous projects, including: · Improving nutrient management practices. · Improving water use efficiencies. · Improving management of riparian areas including planting of buffers, fencing and alternate watering systems.
Natural Resources Canada Work will continue towards the achievement of sustainable development of Canada's energy, forestry and mineral metals resources within the Great Lakes Basin, including: · Enhancing policies and practices to mitigate forestry impacts on creeks and rivers. · Enhancing accuracy of pesticide applications on forests to reduce impacts on aquatic organisms. · Leading the design of the waste management facilities to manage Port Hope area historic, low-level radioactive wastes, following anticipated licensing decisions by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission in 2009 and 2010.
Parks Canada Work will continue to manage parks in the Great Lakes Basin and towards the achievement of a viable protected areas |
Results to be achieved by non-federal partners (if applicable):
Contact information:
Linda Klaamas, Manager, Great Lakes Environment Office, Environment Canada, 416-739-581
Appendix - COA Results Statements
ANNEX 1 - AREAS OF CONCERN
Result 1.1 - Reduce microbial and other contaminants and excessive nutrients from industrial or municipal wastewater to achieve delisting targets in Nipigon Bay and St. Lawrence River (Cornwall) AOCs.
Result 1.2 - Reduce microbial and other contaminants and excessive nutrients from rural non-point sources to meet delisting criteria in the St. Lawrence River (Cornwall) AOC.
Result 1.3 - Contaminated sediment management strategies developed for the Wheatley Harbour AOC and implemented in the St. Lawrence River (Cornwall) AOC.
Result 1.4 - Plans in place and being implemented to rehabilitate fish and wildlife habitats and populations to meet delisting targets in the Wheatley Harbour and St. Lawrence River (Cornwall) AOCs.
Result 1.5 - Informed, effective collaboration amongst government, communities and individuals to prioritize and complete actions required for delisting and confirming environmental recovery in Nipigon Bay, Jackfish Bay, Wheatley Harbour and St. Lawrence River (Cornwall) AOCs.
Result 1.6 - Environmental monitoring and reporting to document improvements and track environmental recovery.
Result 2.1 - Reduce microbial and other contaminants and excessive nutrients from municipal sewage treatment plants, combined sewer overflows, urban stormwater and industrial wastewater towards delisting targets in St. Mary's River, St. Clair River, Detroit River, Niagara River, Hamilton Harbour, Toronto and Region, and Bay of Quinte AOCs.
Result 2.2 - Reduce microbial and other contaminants and excessive nutrients from rural non-point sources towards achieving RAP delisting criteria in St. Clair River, Detroit River, Niagara River, Hamilton Harbour, and Toronto and Region AOCs.
Result 2.3 - Progress made in developing sediment management strategies to reduce ecological and human health risk from contaminated sediments in Thunder Bay, Peninsula Harbour, St. Mary's River, St. Clair River, Detroit River, Niagara River, Hamilton Harbour, Port Hope and Bay of Quinte AOCs.
Result 2.4 - Long-term management plans being developed and priority actions for delisting being implemented for rehabilitation and protection of fish and wildlife habitats and populations in St. Mary's River, St. Clair River, Detroit River, Niagara River, Hamilton Harbour, Toronto and Region, and Bay of Quinte AOCs.
Result 2.5 - Informed, effective collaboration amongst government, communities and individuals to prioritize and complete actions required for delisting and confirming environmental recovery in AOCs.
Result 2.6 - Identify monitoring needs, undertake required studies and evaluate results to assess environmental recovery and support remediation strategies in AOCs.
ANNEX 2 - HARMFUL POLLUTANTS
Result 1.1 - Reduction in releases of Tier 1 substances beyond the 2005 achievements towards the goal of virtual elimination.
Result 2.1 - Reduction in releases of Criteria Air Pollutants.
Result 2.2 - Coordinated activities to reduce releases from municipal wastewater.
Result 2.3 - Develop and initiate a program for the Sound Management of Chemical Substances in the Great Lakes Basin.
Result 3.1 - Improved understanding of the sources, fate and impacts of harmful pollutants in the Great Lakes Basin.
Result 3.2 - Human Health risks from harmful pollutants are understood and addressed in the Great Lakes Basin
ANNEX 3 - LAKE AND BASIN SUSTAINABILITY
Result 1.1 - Increased awareness and appreciation of the Great Lakes and their contributions to social, economic and environmental well-being.
Result 1.2 - Increased stewardship actions that work towards a balance between human well-being and prosperity, and healthy aquatic ecosystems.
Result 1.3 - Sustainable use of land, water and other natural resources to provide benefits from the Great Lakes now and in the future.
Result 1.4 - Enhanced knowledge about beneficial and harmful impacts of human activities on Great Lakes aquatic ecosystems and resources
Result 2.1 - Reduce microbial and other contaminants and excessive nutrients from industrial and municipal wastewater, combined sewer overflows and urban stormwater sources consistent with actions specified in binational Lakewide Management Plans (LaMPs) and binational lake action plans.
Result 2.2 - Reduce microbial and other contaminants and excessive nutrients from rural sources by undertaking actions specified in the binational Lakewide Management Plans and binational lake action plans.
Result 2.3 - Identification of contaminated sediment and development of sediment management plans to reduce the release and impact of sediment-bound contaminants on the Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem.
Result 2.4 - Enhanced knowledge about beneficial and harmful impacts of human activities on Great Lakes water quality.
Result 3.1 - Great Lakes aquatic ecosystems and habitats are protected, restored and sustained consistent with binational Great Lakes planning.
Result 3.2 - Progress on rehabilitation of Great Lakes native species to restore the health of aquatic ecosystems, consistent with binational Great Lakes planning.
Result 3.3 - Enhanced knowledge about beneficial and harmful impacts of human activities on Great Lakes aquatic ecosystems, habitats and species.
Result 4.1 - Implementation of the "National Action Plan to Address the Threat of Aquatic Invasive Species" in the Great Lakes.
Result 4.2: Enhanced knowledge about the harmful impacts of aquatic invasive species on Great Lakes aquatic ecosystems, food webs and species.
Result 5.1 - The impacts of climate change on the Great Lakes ecosystem composition, structure, and function, including biodiversity (organisms and their habitat), water quality and quantity, human health and safety (including access to clean drinking water), social well being and economic prosperity are understood by governments and the Great Lakes community.
Result 6.1 - The potential risks to Great Lakes drinking water intakes are identified and assessed, and early actions to address risks are undertaken
Result 6.2 - Develop knowledge and understanding of water quality and quantity issues of concern to the Great Lakes as drinking water sources.
ANNEX 4 - COORDINATION OF MONITORING, RESEARCH AND INFORMATION
Result 1.1 - Responsive and comprehensive monitoring and research programs.
Result 2.1 - Improved reporting on environmental conditions, changes and progress
Result 2.2 - Increased sharing of data and information among governments, organizations and Basin residents.
2. Name of lead department(s): Environment Canada
3. Lead department program activity: Biodiversity is conserved and protected
4. Start date of the Horizontal Initiative: 2000
5. End date of the Horizontal Initiative: Ongoing (Current approval of sunsetting resources portion ends in 2011-2012)
6. Total federal funding allocation (start to end date): $713 million
7. Description of the Horizontal Initiative (including funding agreement): This horizontal initiative supports the development and implementation of the National Strategy for the Protection of Species at Risk and the Species at Risk Act (SARA) that came fully into force in June 2004. Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Parks Canada are the departments and agency responsible for the protection of species at risk under federal jurisdiction. The three departments received funds from Treasury Board in 2000 for the "Implementation of the National Strategy for the Protection of Species at Risk and their Critical Habitat", in 2003 for the "Implementation of the Act respecting the protection of wildlife species at risk in Canada" and in 2007 for "Delivering results under the Species at Risk Act ".
8. Shared outcome(s):
- Implementation of SARA
- Protection of species at risk
- Protection of biodiversity
9. Governance structure(s):
- Canadian Endangered Species Conservation Council (CESCC) - federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for wildlife
- Canadian Wildlife Deputy Ministers
- Canadian Wildlife Directors Committee (CWDC) - federal, provincial and territorial directors responsible for wildlife
- Associate Deputy Ministers Committee (Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Parks Canada)
- Assistant Deputy Ministers Committee (Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Parks Canada)
- Director General Operations Committee (Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Parks Canada and others)
Federal Partners | Federal Partner Program Activity (PA) | Names of Programs for Federal Partners | Total Allocation (from Start to End Date) | Planned Spending for 2009-10 |
Expected Results for 2009-10 |
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1. Environment Canada | PA1 - Biodiversity is conserved and protected | a. Environment Canada Species at Risk Program | $424,000,000 | $59,900,000 |
General administration of SARA, including production of the Annual Report to Parliament Preparation for and participation in Parliamentary five-year review of SARA and as required, Minister's Roundtable Respond to recommendations from the SARA Minister's Round Table (SARA s.127) Finalization and implementation of policies Continued implementation of the SARA evaluation action plan Ongoing administration of contribution funding programs, including: HSP, AFSAR, IRF and ESRF Preparation of ministerial response statements Continued work to finalize bilateral agreements with provinces and territories Consultations on listing and recovery strategies Regulatory initiatives as required, including addition of species to the List of Wildlife Species at Risk Preparation of recovery strategies Development of outreach material, including SARA enforcement and compliance promotion
Responding to legal challenges |
2. Fisheries and Oceans Canada | PA1 | a. Fisheries and Oceans Canada Species at Risk Program | $176,500,000 | $26,000,000 | |
3. Parks Canada |
PA2 Heritage Resources Conservation |
a. Parks Canada Species at Risk Program | $102,500,000 |
$14,100,000 (not including A-base investment of over $2 million) |
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Total | $713,000,000 | $ to be determined |
Results to be achieved by non-federal partners (if applicable):
Assessment and reassessment of species, subspecies and populations by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC)
Leveraged funding and various public- and private-sector stewardship activities for the protection of species at risk habitat through the Habitat Stewardship Program
Development of recovery strategies by provinces and territories, and with involvement of experts from the academic world and non-governmental organizations
Research and education efforts to recover Canadian species at risk through the Endangered Species Recovery Fund and departmental funding
Protection of important or critical habitat through the Aboriginal Critical Habitat Protection Fund
Contact information:
Mary Taylor
Director
Conservation Service Delivery and Permitting Division
Canadian Wildlife Service
Environment Canada
819-953-6283
Mary.Taylor@ec.gc.ca
Eleanor Zurbrigg
A/Director
Ontario Region
Canadian Wildlife Service
Environment Canada
613-949-8262
Eleanor.Zurbrigg@ec.gc.ca
2. Name of lead department(s): Environment Canada and Treasury Board Secretariat
3. Lead department program activity: Risks to Canadians, their health and their environment posed by toxic and other harmful substances are reduced (EC); Management Policy Development and Oversight (TBS)
4. Start date of the Horizontal Initiative: April 1, 2003 (FCSAP in effect since April 2005)
5. End date of the Horizontal Initiative: FCSAAP funding to March 31, 2008, replaced by FCSAP in April 2005, which is expected to be 12 to 15 years. Currently, funding has been approved until March 31, 2010.
6. Total federal funding allocation (start to end date): Total Funding Allocated (FCSAAP and FCSAP) - $1,629.1 million
7. Description of the Horizontal Initiative (including funding agreement): The Federal Contaminated Sites Accelerated Action Plan (FCSAAP) and its successor program, the Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan (FCSAP), provide a long-term mechanism to address federal contaminated sites having the highest human health and ecological risks. At the end of March 2004, federal contaminated sites represented a financial liability of approximately $3.5 billion. Although responsibility for the actual management and remediation of federal contaminated sites rests with responsible custodial departments, the overall program is administered jointly by Environment Canada and the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat.
8. Shared outcome(s): Reduce federal financial liability and risks to human health and the environment, including fish habitat. Increase public confidence in the overall management of federal real property through the effective risk management or remediation of individual federal contaminated sites.
9. Governance Structure for FCSAAP and its successor program, FCSAP: Federal Contaminated Sites Assistant Deputy Ministers Steering Committee is supported by the Contaminated Sites Management Working Group (CSMWG) and the FCSAP Secretariat (Environment Canada), which provides overall program coordination.
Lead Department | Environment Canada |
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Federal Partners | Natural Resources Canada, Transport Canada, Health Canada, Public Health Agency of Canada, National Research Council, Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, Foreign Affairs and International Trade. |
Start Date | April 1, 2007 |
End Date | March 31, 2011 |
The Clean Air Agenda (CAA) is the Government's response to achieving tangible improvements in Canada's environment, including reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The CAA represents a part of the Government's broader efforts to address the challenges of climate change and air pollution, with a view to building a clean and healthy environment for Canadians.
These efforts will be delivered through two main initiatives:
To support the broader efforts to address the challenges of climate change and air pollution, with a view to building a clean and healthy environment for Canadians, the focus in 2009-2010 will continue to be on reducing emissions of GHGs and air pollutants through the implementation of regulatory measures, and programs and initiatives, including building capacity, knowledge and
strengthening partnerships with key stakeholders such as industry, both domestically and internationally.
Through new or amended regulations, adoption of new energy efficient products, practices and technologies and increasing awareness, it is anticipated that a reduction of both GHGs and air pollutants will result.
Work under the CAA will also support action to help Canadians adapt to climate change through continued work with partners and stakeholders to increase the use of adaptive products, practices and technologies; tools will also be developed to encourage Canadians to adopt more sustainable behaviours. The CAA also supports Canada's on-going participation in the various international
processes focussed at achieving a global agreement and mechanisms to reduce and address international climate change.
Reporting on these efforts serves to demonstrate progress towards the collective goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
The HMARF is governed by a Deputy Ministers Committee, an Assistant Deputy Ministers Steering Committee, and a Directors General Theme Lead Coordinating Committee to ensure successful collective and horizontal management, including accountability and transparency, inclusiveness and decision-making.
The Clean Air Agenda, Results Management Secretariat (CAA-RMS) has been established within Environment Canada to facilitate coordination and collaboration and to support the implementation of the framework.
Each of the eight (8) Clean Air Agenda themes have defined expected achievements in 2009-2010 towards supporting the Agenda's shared outcomes. Theme expected achievements are detailed and specific and are referenced below.
Total 2009-2010 Planned Spending for Agenda-wide programming | Total Approved Spending over the duration of the Clean Air Agenda (2007-2011) |
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$ 464,608,364 | $ 1,891,840,000 |
The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. The preliminary expected GHG reductions for the 2010-2011 fiscal year for the Clean Air Agenda include 11.0Mt contributed by Clean Energy, 9.6Mt contributed by Clean Transportation, and less than 1Mt contributed by enabling themes: Indoor Air Quality,
Adaptation, Partnerships, International Actions, and Management and Accountability; as well as reductions from industrial regulations in an amount dependent on the final form and timing of the regulations.
The estimated emissions reductions are based on estimates for the individual CAA programs. Reduction estimates from individual CAA programs have been taken on a case-by-case basis and summed up by theme. Due to interactions and synergies within and among programs and regulations the total emissions impact for a given CAA theme may be less than the sum of the individual CAA
programs.
Lead Department | Environment Canada |
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Federal Theme Partners | Transport Canada, Natural Resources Canada, Health Canada |
CARA is an integrated, nationally consistent approach to reduce emissions of both air pollutants and greenhouse gases, intended to protect the health and environment of Canadians, and to avoid falling further behind our trading partners. The regulations and targets to be pursued under CARA are designed to:
a) substantially reduce GHG emissions (20% reduction from 2006 levels by 2020) and air pollutants from major source sectors;
b) provide industry with the long-term certainty and level playing field needed to make significant, synergistic and cost-efficient investments to reduce emissions;
c) strengthen Canada's ability to engage effectively in international discussions, such as the transboundary flow of air pollutants between Canada and the US and influencing international climate change negotiations; and
d) control emissions from products that release indoor pollutants.
In support of the reduction of air emissions:
In support of a more efficient and cleaner transportation sector:
In support of safer and energy efficient consumer products:
In support of more accurate reporting, as well as easier compliance on air emissions:
Immediate Outcomes
Intermediate Outcomes
Final Outcome
Total 2009-2010 Planned Spending for Theme programming | Total Approved Spending over the 2007-2011 period for Theme | Expected GHG reductions by 2011 attributable to Theme programming |
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$ 105,343,100 | $347,300,000 | Dependent on the final form and timing of the regulations* |
*The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. The main achievement of the 2007-2011 period is the development and implementation of the various federal components that will contribute to these reductions. The reductions will progressively begin to be realized to ramp up towards 2020 and to meet the above target. The preliminary estimate of expected GHG reductions from the Industrial Regulations will be calculated from the projected levels (Business as usual) and derived from lower emission-intensities for the 2010-2011 fiscal year.
Lead Department | Natural Resources Canada |
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Federal Theme Partners | Indian and Northern Affairs Canada |
Energy production and use is responsible for the majority of Canada's greenhouse gas and air pollution emissions. While mandatory national regulation is the centerpiece of the Government's Clean Air Agenda, there remains a need to address important energy-related sources of emissions and air pollutants that cannot be effectively addressed through regulation.
As part of the Clean Air Agenda, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) are delivering the ecoENERGY Initiatives - a set of measures to promote smarter energy use, increase clean energy supply, and support the development and deployment of clean energy technologies.
The suite of Clean Energy initiatives has been designed to complement the regulatory aspects of the Clean Air Agenda by highlighting existing government work and introducing new measures that immediately address important sources of emissions and that will facilitate the transition to major emissions reductions that will be required by regulation over the longer term.
As the lead department for the Clean Energy theme, NRCan is responsible for collecting, collating and reporting information on the progress of Clean Energy programming.
Total 2009-2010 Planned Spending for Theme programming | Total Approved Spending over the 2007-2011 period for Theme | Expected GHG reductions by 2011 attributable to Theme programming |
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$224,862,000 | $877,040,000 | 11.0 MT* |
*The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. The above represents the preliminary expected GHG reductions for the Clean Energy theme. The estimated emissions reductions are based on estimates for the individual CAA programs. Reduction estimates from individual CAA programs have been taken on a case-by-case basis and summed up by theme. Due to interactions and synergies within and between programs and regulations the total emissions impact for a given CAA theme may be less than the sum of the individual CAA programs.
Lead Department | Transport Canada |
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Federal Theme Partners | Natural Resources Canada, Environment Canada |
The Clean Transportation Theme program measures will work towards: improved management of sustainable transportation infrastructure in communities; improved efficiency and reduced emissions of air pollutants and greenhouse gases (GHG) from the movement of goods; and improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions from the personal vehicle fleet.
In 2009-2010, the twelve programs under the Clean Transportation Theme will be in their third year of operation. Fully staffed and effective, these programs will contribute to attaining both the immediate and intermediate outcomes under this theme. In a period of volatile fuel prices, these programs will provide continuing strong impetus for the development and application of
emission-reducing technologies, increased public knowledge of emission reducing opportunities, and public engagement in reducing transportation-related emissions. The expected achievements are summarized under the following outcomes:
Informed positions on policies and programs
Immediate Outcome
Total 2009-2010 Planned Spending for Theme programming | Total Approved Spending over the 2007-2011 period for Theme | Expected GHG reductions by 2011 attributable to Theme programming |
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$77,565,762 |
$461,600,000 |
9.6 MT* |
*The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. The above represents the preliminary expected GHG reductions for the Clean Transportation theme. The estimated emissions reductions are based on estimates for the individual CAA programs. Reduction estimates from individual CAA programs have been taken on a case-by-case basis and summed up by theme. Due to interactions and synergies within and between programs and regulations the total emissions impact for a given CAA theme may be less than the sum of the individual CAA programs.
Lead Department | Health Canada |
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Federal Theme Partners | National Research Council of Canada |
Health Canada and National Research Council of Canada are responsible for implementation of the Indoor Air theme as an integral element of the government's broader Clean Air Agenda (CAA). This CAA theme consists of two elements; the Indoor Air R&D initiative (National Research Council Canada) and the Radon Program (Health Canada). Together these initiatives will contribute to theme results by supporting the research, development and dissemination of knowledge of indoor air quality risks and ways by which these risks can be managed. By generating and sharing knowledge about indoor air pollutants and how they can be managed, the Indoor Air theme elements will support informed decision-making by governments, industry and consumers on cost-effective means to reduce harmful exposures and, in so doing, reduce health risks. While the findings from these two research-based initiatives can provide useful input to potential regulatory initiatives under the Clean Air Agenda, their utility extends well beyond that, most notably by helping to identify and target non-regulatory measures that address indoor air concerns.
To support improved awareness of public, property managers, and governments on health risks and the causes of reduced indoor air quality and associated strategies, we will:
Immediate Outcomes
Improved awareness by public, property managers, and governments of health risks and causes of reduced indoor air quality and strategies to improve it:
Total 2009-2010 Planned Spending for Theme programming | Total Approved Spending over the 2007-2011 period for Theme | Expected GHG reductions by 2011 attributable to Theme programming |
---|---|---|
$ 5,700,000 |
$ 23,000,000 |
Less than 1MT* |
*The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. The above represents the preliminary expected GHG reductions for the Indoor Air Quality theme. The estimated emissions reductions are based on estimates for the individual CAA programs. Reduction estimates from individual CAA programs have been taken on a case-by-case basis and summed up by theme. Due to interactions and synergies within and between programs and regulations the total emissions impact for a given CAA theme may be less than the sum of the individual CAA programs.
Lead Department | Environment Canada |
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Federal Theme Partners | Health Canada, Natural Resources Canada, Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, Public Health Agency of Canada |
The Adaptation programs will begin to help all Canadians build their capacity to adapt, by developing knowledge, information, tools and/or collaborative arrangements that they need to take action to successfully reduce their risks. These initiatives differ from many of the programs within the Clean Air Agenda as they do not contribute to reductions of greenhouse gases, but
rather support the critical complementary activity of adaptation to climate change impacts.
About half of the total funding will build capacity to respond to diverse risks across the country and remain relevant to many economic sectors and regions. The other half will be targeted to address three urgent risks: (i) the North , where impacts of a changing climate are already very visible, vulnerability of communities and infrastructure is high, and the federal government
has unique constitutional and land claims obligations toward Aboriginal people and northerners; (ii) human health , which faces particular risks through changing climate conditions and extremes, and the spread of infectious diseases; and (iii) infrastructure , in which governments and firms will invest hundreds of billions of dollars over the next decade, which must be designed to
endure climate conditions that will differ from those of the past.
Some key results expected in 2009-2010 include:
The Air Quality Health Index and Air Quality Forecasting Program of the Adaptation theme received TB approval in 2007-2008, while other programs were not approved until early April 2008 - some results were reported in 2007-2008 (see below)
Immediate Outcome
Total 2009-2010 Planned Spending for Theme programming | Total Approved Spending over the 2007-2011 period for Theme | Expected GHG reductions by 2011 attributable to Theme programming |
---|---|---|
$ 33,587,536 |
$ 115,900,000 |
Not applicable* |
*The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. While this Theme will not achieve direct emission reduction, it does play an important complementary role through helping Canadians adapt to the effects of climate change, building partnerships for program delivery or knowledge transfer and placing Canada within the important international environmental community.
Lead Department | Environment Canada |
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Federal Theme Partners | Natural Resources Canada, Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Industry Canada |
This theme aims to advance Canada's international action on climate change, improve Canadian air quality and reduce global greenhouse gas emissions. Funding in the amount of $50M is required to implement the following:
In support of the advancement of Canada's strategic interests and objectives related to climate change and air quality, and alignment of Canada's domestic and international climate change and air pollution policies:
Immediate Outcomes
Total 2009-2010 Planned Spending for Theme programming | Total Approved Spending over the 2007-2011 period for Theme | Expected GHG reductions by 2011 attributable to Theme programming |
---|---|---|
$ 13,299,966 |
$50,000,000 |
Not applicable* |
*The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. While this Theme will not achieve direct emission reductions, it does act as an enabler for those themes which have committed to reduction targets.
Lead Department | Environment Canada |
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This program was established by the federal government in support of Turning the Corner: A Plan to Reduce Greenhouse Gases and Air Pollution. The main objective is to improve the capacity of communities and individuals to take positive environmental actions at home, school and in the workplace which
may have lasting benefits.
Its goal is to ensure that all funded projects have measurable results and can be replicated by other groups or organizations. Projects funded through CACP are designed to engage Canadians to take positive environmental action in the following areas: Home and outdoor energy efficiency - Encourage energy and water efficiency, waste reduction and the
replacement or purchase of more energy-efficient products or technologies, including energy-efficient home appliances, lighting, lawn mowers and the purchase of energy from renewable sources; School-based sustainability - Improve the energy efficiency of school operations and facility management by engaging custodians, principals, teachers, students and
parents. The program includes an educational component to engage teachers and students in learning about energy efficiency, water efficiency and waste reduction; and Greening the workplace - Inspire employees to adopt environmentally friendly behaviours at work and to encourage business owners and managers to implement measures to reduce energy
consumption and associated emissions in their daily operations.
This type of activity is important. Exploring complementary and alternative initiatives, both within and outside Environment Canada, to fulfill this role are also being considered as a more cost-effective approach. While there would potentially be an overall reduction in investment in the specific agreements meant to be funded by this program, similar programs will be
maintained to ensure a continuing federal presence to support community funding focussed on energy efficiency and reduced air pollution. The department will continue to reinvest in a variety of alternative program activities aimed at achieving desired results.
A call for proposals will be issued for national, regional, or local projects that encourage Canadians to adopt more sustainable behaviours at home, at school, and in the workplace. Projects focus will include home and outdoor energy efficiency, school-based sustainability and greening the workplace.
Program infrastructure will be developed:
Immediate Outcomes
Total 2009-2010 Planned Spending for Theme programming | Total Approved Spending over the 2007-2011 period for Theme | Expected GHG reductions by 2011 attributable to Theme programming |
---|---|---|
$ 3,000,000 | $ 12,000,000 |
Not applicable* |
*The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. While this Theme will not achieve direct emission reductions, it does act as an enabler for those themes which have committed to reduction targets.
Lead Department | Environment Canada |
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The Management and Accountability Theme sets the path for the Clean Air Agenda, Horizontal Management, Accountability and Reporting Framework (CAA-HMARF). This theme facilitates the management and reporting of financial and non-financial performance information at the program level within 8 themes on a consolidated basis (at the theme and agenda levels) across participating departments and agencies. The theme ensures that ongoing monitoring and assessment of progress in achieving objectives and expected outcomes against financial investments are undertaken, and it facilitates the setting of priorities and reallocating of resources, as appropriate, ensuring engagement of the governance structure within the CAA-HMARF.
In support of improved accountability to parliamentarians and Canadians; active engagement of partner departments and agencies; effective and timely collection of performance information; and coherent CAA program architecture:
Immediate Outcomes
Total 2009-2010 Planned Spending for Theme programming | Total Approved Spending over the 2007-2011 period for Theme | Expected GHG reductions by 2011 attributable to Theme programming |
---|---|---|
$ 1,250,000 | $5,000,000 |
Not applicable* |
*The Government of Canada has established a national target of an absolute 20% reduction in GHGs relative to 2006 levels by 2020. The Management and Accountability Theme coordinates and supports the implementation of the Clean Air Agenda Framework, acting as an enabler for those themes which have committed to reduction targets.
Department | Environment Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 3.3 Clean Air Program |
In 2009-10, through Industrial Sector Regulatory Actions, Environment Canada plans to:
Regulatory Framework: development of a regulatory framework for emissions of air pollutants and GHG emissions from all key industrial sectors and in partnership with all responsible jurisdictions, through an integrated, multi-pollutant approach.
Legal Analysis: regulations are consistent with the authorities in the enabling legislation
Flexible Compliance Mechanisms: providing firms with a variety of options to comply with the regulations there by reducing the economic impact of the regulations.
Air Emissions Targets: development of targets that are consistent with leading environmental standards and are at least as rigorous as those in the US;
Reporting System: a rigorous system to ensure that the targets are met, while minimizing the burden on reporting industries and avoiding duplication, where possible, and allowing for transparency of information.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$20,390,000 |
$60,500,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 3.3 - Clean Air Program |
Develop regulations to reduce air pollutant emissions from on-road and off-road vehicles and engines under CEPA, 1999 to maintain alignment with stringent US federal standards as they evolve.
Proposed Air Emission Reductions (On and Off Road)
Reduced emissions of air pollutants (NOx, VOC and particulate matter) from vehicles and engines. Emission reductions achieved vary by individual regulations and depend on many factors such as the emission rates of existing products, the stringency of the regulated levels and the attrition rate of particular types of vehicles and engines.
Marine spark-ignition engine and off-road Recreational Vehicles
Total emissions from the in-use fleet of outboard engines, personal watercraft, snowmobiles, off-road motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles will be progressively reduced as cleaner new products replace older, higher emitting vehicles and engines. It is estimated that cleaner marine engines and off-road recreational vehicles will result in a 46% reduction of combined HC+NOx
emissions in 2020, compared to having no regulations. Similarly, CO emissions are expected to be reduced by 30%.
Off-Road Diesel Engines
Amendments to the Off-Road Compression-Ignition Engine Emission Regulations to ensure alignment with more stringent US EPA "Tier 4" emission standards to be phased-in beginning with the 2008 model year will reduce allowable emission levels from individual engines by between 50-95 percent for PM and between 37-85 percent for HC and NOx, depending on the engine power category. By
2020, it is estimated that the introduction of cleaner Tier 4 off-road diesel engines used in off-road applications such as construction, agriculture, mining and forestry equipment will reduce smog forming emissions from the in-use fleet of off-road diesel engines by 54 percent for PM, 39% for NOx, 21% for VOCs and 54% for CO.
Large Off-Road Spark-Ignition Engines
New smog-forming emission standards will be introduced for large spark-ignition engines such as those found in forklifts and ice resurfacers. Preliminary estimates suggest that, by the year 2020, the introduction of cleaner large spark-ignition engines will reduce air pollutant emissions from the in-use fleet of these engines by 17% for NOx, 22% for VOCs and 36% for CO.
On-Board Diagnostics Systems for On-Road Heavy-Duty Engines
New regulated requirements for on-board diagnostics (OBD) systems on on-road heavy-duty engines of the 2010 and later model years to align with emerging US requirements. OBD systems monitor emission-related components and detect deterioration or malfunctions and communicate them to the driver and the repair technician, ensuring that the expected air quality benefits from improved
emission control technologies will be fully realized throughout the life of new vehicles. The new requirements will ensure that the emission reductions anticipated from 2010 and later heavy-duty engines will be achieved under in-use conditions.
Proposed Air Emission Reductions (Ships)
Initial work will determine the potential for emission reductions, to be followed by efforts to establish international standards. The expected outcome is reduced emissions of air pollutants (SO2, NOx and particulate matter) from marine ships. As regulatory development is on-going, the extent of the reductions that will be achieved have not yet been quantified; however,
significant reductions in SO2, NOx and PM emissions are expected to result through the introduction of more stringent international emission standards for engines and marine fuels.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
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$ 6,830,000 |
$ 24,200,000 |
Department | Transport Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 3.1 - Policies and programs in support of sustainable development |
Proposed Air Emission Reductions (Rail)
The Minister of Transport, with the Minister of the Environment, will continue to support a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Railway Association of Canada that is consistent with the United States (U.S.) air pollution standards and that ensures that the rail industry continues to improve its emission performance during the 2006-2010 period. Once the MOU expires, the
voluntary approach will be replaced with regulatory regime. The Minister of Transport will implement new regulations, under the Railway Safety Act, to take effect in 2011. Consultations with key stakeholders will be undertaken.
Proposed Air Emission Reductions (Ships)
Transport Canada will develop regulations under the Canada Shipping Act 2001 to implement stricter standards for air pollutants. The department will also support Environment Canada to propose a North American Emission Control Area, in collaboration with the United States. Finally, the department will advance uniform, global measures to reduce greenhouse gases
from ships at the International Maritime Organization.
Proposed Air Emission Reductions (Motor Vehicles)
As announced in January 2008, Canada will develop regulations that, at a minimum, meet the goal established by the United States (U.S.) congress in the Energy Independence and Security Act . The Act requires a combined car and light truck fleet fuel economy performance of 35 miles per gallon (6.7 litres per 100 kilometres) by 2020. The government continues to work towards
implementation of fuel consumption regulations for 2011 model-year vehicles.
As required by government policy, Transport Canada is conducting a cost-benefit analysis to support the development of Canadian regulations. This assessment includes an analysis of U.S. final corporate average fuel economy standards in a Canadian context. Transport Canada is also conducting a detailed technical analysis of standards proposed by the State of California, in a
Canadian context, for comparative purposes.
The Canadian government has consulted widely to obtain input on the development of Canada's first-ever motor vehicle fuel consumption regulations. This input will be considered as the government moves forward. Proposed regulations on fuel consumption will be designed to ensure Canadians are offered a wide range of vehicle choices, for different needs, with a more fuel-efficient
product mix. The regulations will also take into account the integrated nature of the North American automobile marketplace.
Proposed Air Emission Reductions (Rail)
The expected outcome is reduced emissions of both air pollutants (NOx) and GHG from railway locomotives. Specific targets will be developed through the regulatory process.
Proposed Air Emission Reductions (Ships)
Initial work will determine the potential for emission reductions, to be followed by efforts to establish international standards. The expected outcome is reduced emissions of air pollutants (SO2, NOx and particulate matter) from marine ships. As regulatory development is on-going, the extent of the reductions that will be achieved have not yet been quantified; however,
significant reductions in SO2, NOx and PM emissions are expected to result through the introduction of more stringent international emission standards for engines and marine fuels.
Proposed Air Emission Reductions (Motor Vehicle)
A measurable reduction in the fuel consumption, in litres/100 km, of the new light duty vehicle fleet in Canada, beginning in 2011. The program will reduce GHG emissions as more fuel efficient vehicles are introduced into the Canadian fleet each year.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 6,115,500 |
$22,500,000 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 - Clean Energy |
In 2009/10:
NRCan will continue to lead on the development of the portion of the regulation that addresses vehicle labelling. In collaboration with Transport Canada, NRCan is developing the regulatory criteria outlining content, format, and method for determining values of fuel consumption ratings to appear on the label and to be defined in the regulations to be set under the Motor Vehicle
Fuel Consumption Standards Act. Requirements for the new label need to be defined and agreed on in time for the publication of draft regulations in the Canada in Gazette I.
NRCan will also continue to provide input and expertise in the analysis to establish cost-effective standards for motor vehicles in Canada. Part of the analysis required to fulfill Canada's commitment to benchmark its fuel consumption standard against a dominant North American standards was delayed in the 2008/09 year because of delays in the US regulatory process. In light of
decisions from the new US administration, NRCan will work with Transport Canada in 2009/10 on the final iterations of analysis that will be required to benchmark Canadian standards.
A measurable reduction in the fuel consumption, in litres/100 km, of the new light duty vehicle fleet in Canada, beginning in 2011. Specific reduction targets will be established by 2008. The program will reduce GHG emissions as more fuel efficient vehicles are introduced into the Canadian fleet each year. Regulations aimed at improving vehicle fuel consumption have the potential to reduce air pollution at the tailpipe as well.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 400,000 |
$ 3,200,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 3.3 - Clean Air Program |
In 2009-2010, through Consumer and Commercial Products Regulatory Actions, Environment Canada plans to finalize and implement the following regulations:
The expected outcome is reduced emissions of air pollutants from consumer and commercial products. Specific targets are being developed as part of the regulatory process. Pollutants of particular concern include VOCs as well as emissions from residential wood combustion.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 3,260,000 |
$ 12,000,000 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Energy |
In 2009 -10 this program will monitor the implementation of the standards and labelling components of Amendment 10 of the Energy Efficiency Regulations. This Amendment, expected to be approved December 08 will implement 7 new standards for products and increase the stringency for 4 products for which standards are currently prescribed. Labelling provisions for light bulbs will
also be implemented.
The program will also conduct the necessary analysis and consultation to pre publish and publish Amendment 11 of the Energy Efficiency Regulations that will propose 6 new standards and increases in stringency for standards for 7 products already covered by standards.
Compliance and monitoring activities for the entire portfolio of products subject to energy efficiency standards will also be continued.
The Energy Star high performance labelling programs will also be supported with consumer information and stakeholder relations. High performance product demonstrations are expected to be implemented with respect to lighting and commercial heating and analysis of standards and market transformation potentials will be conducted collaboratively with utilities and provinces.
Proposed amendments to the Energy Efficiency Act will continue to be considered by the NRCan.
Energy Efficiency Labelling Program
Estimated annual, aggregate impacts in 2010-2011 are: energy savings of between 13.37 and 14.85 petajoules/yr, which presently convert to annual emission reductions of between 1.4 to 1.6 megatonnes/yr for GHGs and, for air pollutants, the most significant are: 725-1002 tonnes of NOx, 837-3446 tonnes of SO2 , 204-1155 tonnes of PM10.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
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$ 8,750,000 |
$32,000,000 |
Department | Health Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 3.1 - Healthy Environments and Consumer safety |
Indoor Air Quality Management Actions
Health Canada will continue work with stakeholders and provincial/territorial partners to collect information on indoor pollutants, assess sources of exposure and levels of risk in order to determine appropriate guidelines, develop awareness and preventative action programs for the public and health professionals and develop source product regulations, as required, to reduce
exposure to these contaminants.
Indoor Air
Health Canada supports and improves risk management actions to address indoor air quality risks to health, including radon, through the development of indoor air guidelines, awareness and prevention programs, and source product regulations to reduce exposure to indoor contaminants.
To implement regulations, guidelines and other measures to reduce indoor air pollution, yielding health benefits for Canadians. Over four years, to address the most important indoor contaminants in the Canadian residential indoor environment by reviewing and consulting on 20 contaminants or groups of contaminants, with follow up information gathering on up to 10 priorities, and
developing guidelines and, as required, source product regulations to reduce exposure to these contaminants.
To disseminate relevant health information and advice to Canadians in support of implementation of indoor air quality regulations or other pollution reduction measures.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
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$ 5,478,000 |
$17,500,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 3.3 - Clean Air Program |
Program 5 Output 1: Air quality objectives and guidelines are based on sound scientific information
Science in Support of Regulatory Activities and Accountability
To identify and address critical environmental and health-related knowledge gaps in order to provide adequate information to carry out responsibilities under the Clean Air Regulatory Agenda.
To apply research findings to the development of proposed regulations and other air pollution reduction measures associated with the Notice of Intent issued in conjunction with the Clean Air Regulatory Agenda.
Monitoring
To provide measurements, data, and models that describe the impact of air pollution sources to inform scientific assessments and the development and implementation of regulations.
To measure and report on air quality progress, improvements in ambient air quality, and health and environmental benefits and economic valuation achieved, resulting from actions taken under the Clean Air Regulatory Agenda, and to inform the choice and development of future regulations and other pollution reduction measures.
Modelling
To develop, modify, and apply air quality modelling techniques to input into the development and implementation of the Clean Air Regulatory Agenda.
Assessments
To provide science-based information and advice to accurately inform Canadians and decision-makers: to determine if emission reductions result in improved ambient air quality, and ecosystem and human health benefits; to assist in determining whether additional measures may be required; and to provide scientific assessments and advice to develop air quality objectives.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
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$ 13,566,000 | $ 40,100,000 |
Department | Health Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 3.1 - Healthy Environments and Consumer Safety |
Health Canada and Environment Canada will collaborate to develop air quality objectives for particulate matter and ozone that will specify a target concentration for ambient air, based on an assessment of the health and environmental effects associated with exposure to these pollutants. The health impacts of new fuels and technologies will be evaluated as they are introduced.
Research activities will improve estimates of the health impacts of air pollution and pollution sources. Models and tools quantifying the health impacts and economic costs of air pollution and the benefits of improved air quality, such as the Air Health Indicator and the Air Quality Benefits Assessment Tool (AQBAT), will be developed further and used to help provide direction in
determining management options to reduce air pollution.
Specific actions/deliverables:
Health Canada supports and improves risk management actions to address outdoor air quality risks to health, and works to identify and address critical environmental and health-related knowledge gaps in order to provide information to carry out responsibilities under CARA.
To provide measurements, data, and models that describe the impact of air pollution sources to inform scientific assessments and to input into the development and implementation of the CARA.
To measure and report on air quality progress, improvements in ambient air quality, and health and environmental benefits and economic valuation achieved, resulting from actions taken under the CARA, and to inform the choice and development of future regulations and other pollution reduction measures.
To provide science-based information and advice to accurately inform Canadians and decision-makers: to determine if emission reductions result in improved ambient air quality, and ecosystem and human health benefits; to assist in determining whether additional measures may be required; and to provide scientific assessments and advice to develop air quality objectives.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
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$ 24,304,600 | $71,300,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 3.3 - Clean Air Program |
The emissions reporting program will ensure:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 10,005,000 |
$ 39,000,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 3.3 - Clean Air Program |
Trading Program Development: Provide policy advice on design of emission trading systems for greenhouse gases and air pollutants in context of North American cap and trade.
Canada 's Kyoto Protocol National Registry : Develop documentation for users and support staff and train staff on the operation of the system. Launch the National Registry for use by private account holders. Contribute Canada's assessed amount to the operation of the UN International Transaction Log.
Canada 's Domestic Credit Tracking System (DCTS ): Complete design of the manual DCTS and develop policies on privacy and confidentiality. Conduct testing of the system.
Develop documentation for users and support staff and train staff on the operation of the system.
To establish a greenhouse gas and air pollutant (NOx and SO2) domestic emissions trading systems as well as a domestic greenhouse gas offset system and consideration will be given to establishing a parallel offset system for air pollutants.
To provide a foundation should Canada decide to begin negotiations with the U.S. to join their NOx and SOx trading systems.
To encourage emissions reduction technology development and deployment through market driven financial incentives provided by emissions trading systems.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
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$ 2,502,000 | $ 10,000,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 3.3 - Clean Air Program |
Continued improvements and updates to the Emissions Mapping and Information Tool (EMIT), a mapping software extension that provides a simplified method for extracting detailed air pollutant emissions data down to a municipal scale.
Air flow analysis at several locations across Canada and nearby U.S. sites will be conducted and compared with ambient data to help identify source regions and atmospheric factors that are associated with PM 2.5 and ozone concentrations. This information can be combined with the emissions data above to define airsheds and source regions that contribute to elevated
pollutant levels.
Expansion of previous receptor modelling analysis of Canadian urban PM 2.5 speciation monitoring sites to include an examination of nearby rural PM 2.5 stations. This analysis will be used to help apportion the source contributions of PM 2.5 that come from local source versus those that are transported into (and out of) urban areas.
Examination of the spatial representativeness of the PM 2.5 , ozone and their precursor samplers in the Canadian monitoring network to better estimate how populations are being exposed to them.
A workshop will be held to develop consistent methods for transforming PM 2.5 data to be compatible with measurements from the newer instruments so that data can be used to analyze trends and changes in PM over time.
To produce an annual "State of the Air Report", that will inform Canadians on the current status, trends, and factors influencing the quality of air in Canada.
To establish a benchmark against which to monitor national progress and policy effectiveness.
To ensure that the "enforceability" of proposed regulations in the drafting stages, as well as preparing for enforcement of the eventual regulations through activities such as the training of enforcement officers.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
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$ 1,742,000 | $7,000,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 3.3 - Clean Air Program |
Development of an updated energy, emissions and economic baseline which will serve as a reference point for future analysis of Canada's climate change agenda.
Economic modeling analysis of key elements of approaches to reduce industrial emissions. The analysis will examine the potential impacts on key parameters such as emission reductions, energy prices and economic growth by sector.
Economic modeling analysis of key mitigation options to achieve Canada's domestic climate change goal of reducing emissions by 20% by 2020 (such as: more stringent passenger vehicle fuel economy standards, more stringent building codes and appliance/equipment standards, East-West grid, carbon capture and storage)
Economic modeling analysis of alternative options for a North American cap-and-trade regime.
Development of economic profiles for key industrial sectors (Pipelines; Pulp and Paper; Chemical; Petroleum Refining; Cement; Lime & Gypsum; Iron and Steel; Aluminum and Smelting; Iron Ore, Potash and Other Mining; Conventional Oil and Gas; Electricity Generation; Oil Sands).
To maintain policy capacity to support decision making within the federal government, by providing sound policy analysis and advice on further elaboration of the clean air/climate change component of the environmental agenda.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
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$ 2,000,000 | $ 8,000,000 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Energy |
ecoENERGY for Buildings and Houses encourages both the construction and retrofit of more energy-efficient buildings and houses.
In 2009-2010:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 16,100,000 |
$61,000,000 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Energy |
ecoENERGY Retrofit offers homeowners, along with smaller businesses and organizations, financial support to retrofit their homes, smaller buildings, and industrial processes.
In 2009-2010, for Homes:
Existing Building Initiative (EBI) Extension
It is expected that the extension will result in up to 300 new retrofit projects and energy audits, which will result in reductions in 0.2 Mt of GHGs.
ecoENERGY Retrofit Initiative - Homes
Reduced energy consumption and lower GHG and CAC emissions.
Reductions of up to 30% in energy use and up 4 tonnes of GHG emissions/year/house.
Anticipated energy savings of 6.08 to 6.75 PJ/yr in 2011.
Reductions of fossil fuels use and electricity generated using fossil fuels that presently convert to annual emissions reductions of between 0.4 and 0.5 Mt/yr of greenhouse gas emissions, 296 to 368 tonnes/yr of NOx, 171 to 625 tonnes/yr of SO2, 0.8 to 1.1 kilotonnes/yr of CO, and the following criteria air contaminants: PM10, 163-611 kt/yr; PM2.5, 149-459kt/yr; VOC
141-221kt/yr.
Increased adoption of energy efficient and renewable energy technologies, systems & products.
Increased awareness of the potential for, and methods of, reducing energy use and emissions in housing.
Improved air quality as a result of lower energy consumption and consequent reduction in emissions.
ecoENERGY Retrofit Initiative - Small and Medium Organizations
Intermediate Outcomes
Increased activity in small and medium organizations buildings and industry sectors related to energy saving projects.
Final Outcome:
Energy savings that result in reduction of GHG emissions and CACs.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 56,500,000 |
$ 220,000,000 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Energy |
ecoENERGY for Industry aims to accelerate energy-saving investments and the exchange of best-practices information within Canada's industrial sector.
In 2009-2010:
Intermediate Outcome
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 4,300,000 |
$18,000,000 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Energy |
Outcomes
Annual production of 14.3 terawatt-hours of electricity or about 4000 MW of capacity depending on the mix of energy sources, by 2011, which presently convert to annual emission reductions of between 6 and 6.7 Mt for greenhouse gases and, for criteria air contaminants (CACs), the most significant are 2 to 3 kilotonnes of NOx, 3 to 12 kilotonnes of SO2, 0.6 to 4 kilotonnes of PM10, and other CACs.
Greater experience in Canada with more low-impact renewable power generation by utilities, independent power producers and other stakeholders.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 74,850,000 | $276,000,000 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Energy |
Outcomes
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 8,000,000 | $36,000,000 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Energy |
Clean Electricity
Outcomes
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 55,222,000 | $226,440,000 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Energy |
Policy:
Policy:
Outcomes
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 6,140,000 |
$24,600,000 |
Department | Indian and Northern Affairs Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | Healthy Northern Communities |
In 2009-2010, the ecoENERGY for Aboriginal and Northern Communities Program will continue to support the efforts of Aboriginal and northern communities in developing their own clean energy projects to help reduce their reliance on diesel fuel, lower their energy costs, contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gases and criteria air contaminants in Canada, and most importantly,
assume a role in improving the health of their members.
The Program will make funds available to:
Immediate Outcomes
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 3,750,000 |
$15,000,000 |
Department | Transport Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Air from Transportation |
Financial support
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 2,803,000 | $8,200,000* |
Department | Transport Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Air from Transportation |
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 4,315,000 | $14,100,000 |
Department | Transport Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Air from Transportation |
The major thrust in this initiative relates to the activation of speed limiting devices on large trucks, which falls under provincial and territorial jurisdiction. In 2009, the Provinces of Ontario and Quebec, which represents over 60% of the trucking activity in Canada and partially based on the studies and reports completed by Transport Canada in the summer of 2008, will begin regulating the maximum speed of large commercial vehicles through the mandatory activation of a speed limiting setting (max.105 kph) on their vehicle. This requirement will be applicable to all vehicles that operate in the jurisdiction, regardless of their home base of operation. Ontario and Quebec are also developing details of an enforcement educational program that will be implemented in their jurisdictions to allow a "grace" period during the transition. Transport Canada has set aside up to $5 million in Contribution funds to assist jurisdictions in acquiring devices to aid detection and enforcement. Transport Canada also expects to receive a proposal from other provinces who may wish to proceed with mandating speed limiters for large trucks. Financial assistance may be required and Transport Canada is prepared to consider proposals. Transport Canada has provided its findings to all jurisdictions, who are assessing their interest in this area.
This contribution program is designed to achieve the following objectives:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 2,153,000 |
$ 5,400,000 |
Department | Transport Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Air from Transportation |
Financial support
The contribution program is a direct response to the rapid growth in freight transportation activity, which is predicted to lead to increased emissions.
This contribution program is designed to achieve the following objectives:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 3,718,201 | $9,300,000 |
Department | Transport Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Air from Transportation |
Financial support
The contribution program is a direct response to the rapid growth in freight transportation activity, which is predicted to lead to increased emissions.
This contribution program is designed to achieve the following objectives:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 4,109,561 | $9,350,000 |
Department | Transport Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Air from Transportation |
Partnership and networks. National freight industry:
International Partnerships on Emissions Reductions
The International Partnerships on Emissions Reductions will provide for increased presence at International committees, Working Groups, and other fora that develop international approaches in aviation and marine modes. The result of this activity will be more stringent regulations, standards, best practices or guidelines being developed leading to an overall reduction of GHG
emissions and air pollutants and improved efficiency from the aviation and marine sectors.
Transportation Industry Partnership Initiative
TC will implement and monitor the existing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Air Transport Association of Canada. TC will also sign, implement and monitor a MOU with the Railway Association of Canada. TC will establish similar partnerships with the marine industry. Program activities will include providing the secretariat function for the various MOU Management
Committees; review of annual and progress reports; and oversight audits. TC will also conduct joint studies and initiatives with industry to foster progress towards the emissions targets and continue to play a facilitator role in helping the industry to address barriers to emissions reduction that are beyond the scope of individual industries. This initiative will lead to
voluntary agreements where modal associations and their members commit to reduce their air emissions.
Efficiency Program for Freight Shippers and Forwarders
TC will draw upon the results of recent focus groups to establish new partnerships directly with users of the freight systems to improve their transportation decision-making and increase the adoption of more sustainable modal choices and practices. TC will conduct studies, benchmarking and other initiatives to identify and produce the information required by shippers and
forwarders to inform their transportation decisions. TC will also work with industry on annual surveys on industry environmental practices and decision-making, and sponsor and/or host conferences, workshops, etc. This program will educate users of the freight systems on the impacts made as a result of their freight transportation selection decisions. With this knowledge, users
will be able to include environmental impacts in the decision making process when selecting between modes and carriers during their freight transportation decisions.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 1,860,000 |
$ 6,550,000 |
Department | Transport Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Air from Transportation |
Guidelines and agreements/financial support
The contribution program is a direct response to the rapid growth in freight transportation activity, which is predicted to lead to increased emissions.
This contribution program is designed to achieve the following objectives:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 1,406,000 | $ 5,700,000* |
*Excludes approved spending of $0.3M for 2011-12 due to program extension.
Department | Transport Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Air from Transportation |
Policy/advice/research studies
Under this program, Transport Canada will initiate a number of studies and explore policy options concerning areas of key interest to the department with respect to the environment. This will include developing and launching a climate change data strategy, in collaboration with various stakeholders including key federal departments responsible for climate change policy (e.g.
Environment Canada, Natural Resources Canada), provincial and territorial governments, as well as transportation industries and associations, to address major gaps and data needs. The collaboration from provinces and territories is essential to the success of this initiative. The main focus of the studies will be on improving data and tools with respect to freight and urban
transportation, noting that provinces and territories have jurisdiction over these two key components of the transportation sector.
One major study to be launched in 2009-10 will be the development of a greenhouse gas-energy model for the rail sector that, once completed, will enhance Transport Canada's ability to assess various policy and regulatory options to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from Canada's transportation system. Discussions will be ongoing with provinces and other stakeholders concerning how
to address other data gaps in the transportation freight sector (e.g. trucking) as well as measure to update the 1999 Transportation Climate Change Table.
In addition, work is ongoing on the further development of a light duty vehicle model. This model, once completed, should allow the analysis of fuel consumption regulation targets with and without incentive policies. The model is being designed to allow for the analysis of potential impacts from provincial or national complementary measures.
One major project will be the creation of provincial light duty fleet data in order to assess provincial measures. This data will be developed through the decoding vehicle registration files, which will continue over 2009-10. It is also expected that fuel consumption data will be linked with new/existing light duty vehicle fleet purchases. The success of these projects/
initiatives requires collaboration with provinces/territories.
The overarching goal of this initiative is to help ensure the provision of the analytical and policy expertise necessary to support and further develop research, policies and programs related to the federal priorities of sustainable transportation, clean air and climate change.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 985,000 | $ 4,000,000 |
Department | Transport Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Air from Transportation |
All applications for the ecoAUTO Rebate Program must be received by March 31, 2009. Any applications received before March 31, 2009, but not yet processed by that date, will be processed early Fiscal Year 2009/2010. Therefore, there will be no application activity in 2009-2010 to measure. However, during fiscal year 2009-2010, Transport Canada will implement and complete a client survey which will comprise of Canadian consumers and dealers. The survey will assess the impact of the ecoAuto Rebate Program on the decision-making behaviour of purchasers of light-duty vehicles. EcoAuto will have provided up to $247 million to consumers to purchase more fuel-efficient vehicles. The file information and the client survey should provide accurate information on consumers and dealers awareness and acceptance of fuel-efficient vehicles.
The main objective of the ecoAUTO Rebate Program is to provide incentives to encourage the purchase of more fuel efficient personal vehicles, thereby reducing air emissions and energy use in the transportation sector in support of the Government's Clean Air Agenda.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 1,943,000 | $ 252,700,000* |
*Note that the program ends in 2009-2010
Department | Human Resources and Social Development Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity |
All application for the ecoAUTO Rebate Program must be received by March 31, 2009. Any applications received before March 31, 2009, but not yet processed by that date, will be processed early Fiscal Year 2009/2010 under the 2008/2009 fiscal year using the PAYE process. Therefore, there will be no application activity in 2009-2010 to measure.
However, during fiscal year 2009-2010, Transport Canada anticipates to implement and complete a client survey, which will comprise of Canadian consumers and dealers, providing the baseline to measure the effectiveness and impact of the ecoAUTO Rebate Program.
The file information and the client survey should provide accurate information on consumers and dealers awareness and acceptance of alternative fuel-efficient vehicle .
ecoAUTO Program activities also include receiving and processing applications for rebates to consumers purchasing eligible vehicles, resulting in eligible recipients receiving rebate cheques in a timely manner.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 300,000 |
$11,300,000* |
* Note that the program ends in 2009-2010
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 - Clean Energy |
Output targets for 2009/10
Final Outcome
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 6,050,000 | $ 21,000,000 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 - Clean Energy |
Output targets for 2009/10
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 6,000,000 |
$ 22,000,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 3.3 - Clean Air Program |
Financial support
The Scrappage program will target personal automobiles that are model year 1995 or earlier, in running condition ("live vehicles") and have been registered and insured for at least the past 6 months. Owners of these vehicles will be offered a suite of incentives that could include: a cash incentive; free transit passes; incentives supporting sustainable transportation
alternatives (such as a car sharing membership or rebate on a bicycle); or a rebate on a vehicle of model year 2004 and newer to be provided by manufacturers and/or dealers. There will be regional variations in the type and value of incentives depending on the contribution of local partners such as transit authorities.
By the end of four years, the Program will achieve the following results:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 41,923,000 | $92,000,000 |
Department | National Research Council |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 1.1 Research and development |
Assessment of the Impacts of Improved Indoor Air Ventilation and Indoor Air Distribution on Human Health and Indoor Air Quality
Design of interventions (retrofitting with Heat recovery ventilation systems, improving air flows, and increasing air exchange rates) in the Indoor Air Research Laboratory will be completed, including actual measurements of ventilation rates and using modelling tools, with data obtained from Quebec City homes, during the ongoing field study.
As of November 2008, homes of asthmatic children are being investigated with two-field teams. Most of the 120 homes (max.) will have been investigated three times in 2009/10, followed by interventions in 50 % of the homes; the other 50 % will serve as controls. The interventions will start in fall 2009 and through spring 2010.
Evaluation of Indoor Air Quality Technologies and Solutions
An environmental scan on current technologies related to "IAQ Solutions" was conducted to identify candidate technologies for protocol development. More than 40 technologies were ranked and prioritized based on their potential health relevance, measurable impact on health-relevant pollutants, feasibility of assessment by developed protocols, product availability, labelling
support, and time and cost feasibilities criteria. A paper related to these "IAQ Solution" technologies is currently being prepared and will be submitted for peer review by September 2009.
3 to 4 Protocols for technology assessment will be developed, evaluated as well as validated for those prioritized IAQ solution. This task will also include the preparation of research facilities and the preparation of analytical instrumentation required to assess the technology impact. The first IAQ solution technology to be addressed is portable air cleaners. A Technical
Workshop related to scientific, engineering, and technology aspects of this IAQ solution will be held in April 2009. A technical paper on the protocol for this solution will be completed by mid-2009. The related technical test report will be submitted for peer review and publication by the end of FY 2009/10.
Establishment of a National Committee Focusing on Indoor Air
A new national committee on IAQ and buildings will begin work on two best-practice guides for defining acceptable IAQ and for assessing IAQ.
Assessment of the Impacts of Improved Indoor Air Ventilation and Indoor Air Distribution on Human Health and Indoor Air Quality
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 2,000,000 | $ 8,000,000 |
Department | Health Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 3.1 Healthy Environments and Consumer safety |
Mapping
Systematic surveying, mapping and identification of radon hotspots in all major populated areas of Canada that are known or believed to be at risk because of local geological and climatic conditions associated with elevated radon levels.
Health Canada, in collaboration with NRCan, will perform aerial surveys of selected locations in Canada to assess the levels of uranium and other naturally-occurring radioactivity. Radon is produced by the decay of uranium found in soil, rock or water. In FY2009/10 the aerial radiation surveys are expected to include the southern areas of the prairie provinces. As part of the
work, soil gas radon measurements will be made at approximately 500 locations throughout Canada, including 100 major population centres.
All of these efforts will generate key data which are to be integrated into a map of areas with elevated levels of radon.
Education and Awareness
Heightened knowledge, awareness and sensitivity of all key sectors, as well as Canadian consumers and federal employees and building managers, regarding the nature and extent of risks to human health from exposure to radon and of available prevention and mitigation measures to effectively address those risks.
The second phase of a national radon awareness campaign (Phase 1 to be launched in FY2008/09) will be carried out in the fall/winter 2009/2010 targeting Canadian homeowners. The messaging content for Phase 2 will focus on radon health risks and will encourage Canadians to test their homes by providing information on radon testing and mitigation. Advertising media will include
national Canadian magazines, 30 second radio advertisements with national coverage and internet advertisements.
The targeted outcome is a 15% increase in the percentage of Canadian homes tested for radon and an increase in the "informed" awareness of Canadians by 30% over the 2007 level at the end of FY2009/10.
Testing
Systematic on-site testing and screening of approximately 15,000 federal buildings and facilities for actual radon levels and their comparison against the new radon guidelines, such inventory consisting of all federal facilities located in known and/or potential high-risk areas.
Testing of federal buildings which began last year in the National Capital Region, Quebec and Manitoba will continue and the project will be rolled-out to the remaining regions of Canada. Large scale testing projects with the Department of National Defence to test buildings and Personal Married Quarters (PMQs) on Canadian Forces Bases and with First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
(FNIHB) to test federal buildings on reserves across Canada will also continue. The targeted outcome will be to test a minimum of 2000 federal buildings in FY2009/10.
A protocol for radon mitigation in residential homes and large buildings will be completed to aid Canadians in reducing their exposure to radon at home and the workplace. These mitigation protocols will be specific to both Canada's climate and building practices where required. Health Canada will work in collaboration with Human Resources and Skills Development Canada to prepare a
case to have the next revision of the Canada Labour Code harmonized with the Canada Radon Guideline to ensure that federal employees are not exposed to high levels of radon in the workplace.
Mapping
Systematic surveying, mapping and identification of radon hotspots in all major populated areas of Canada that are known or believed to be at risk because of local geological and climatic conditions associated with elevated radon levels.
Education and Awareness
Heightened knowledge, awareness and sensitivity of all key sectors, as well as Canadian consumers and federal employees and building managers, regarding the nature and extent of risks to human health from exposure to radon and of available prevention and mitigation measures to effectively address those risks.
Testing
Systematic on-site testing and screening of approximately 15,000 federal buildings and facilities for actual radon levels and their comparison against the new radon guidelines, such inventory consisting of all federal facilities located in known and/or potential high-risk areas.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 3,700,000 | $15,000,000 |
Department | Indian and Northern Affairs Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | Northern Land and Resources |
Northerners and Aboriginal people will have increased their knowledge and resource capacity to adapt to climate change impacts. Program measures are aimed at improving access to information and increasing technical expertise on adaptation to climate change, evaluating climate risks and identifying responses to risks, putting in place collaborative mechanisms to design effective
solutions, and developing adaptation actions by aboriginal and northern communities to address key vulnerabilities. The program supports the distribution of information on tools, best practices and project results to enable communities to integrate climate change risk management in their planning, decision-making and project implementation.
Expected results for 2007/08 (from program's RMAF/RBAF)
Long Term Outcome
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 5,400,000 |
$14,000,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.2 - Weather and Environmental Prediction Program |
Provision of Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) forecasts and forecast dissemination in additional Census Metropolitan Areas in Atlantic Canada, Quebec and the Prairies.
Air Quality reports and forecasts will be produced by Environment Canada's regional Storm Predictions Centres, supported by Environment Canada's weather and environmental prediction infrastructure and real-time use of data by federal-provincial air quality monitoring programs.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 5,800,000 | $21,300,000 |
Department | Health Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 3.1 Healthy Environments and Consumer safety |
Implementation of the AQHI in additional Census Metropolitan Areas in Atlantic Canada, Québec and the prairies.
Within the next four years, the expected outcome is for all 27 census metropolitan areas (communities larger than 100,000), collectively accounting for 80% of the Canadian population in Canada, to receive local AQHI forecasts. The longer-term objective is for full national access to the AQHI in all Canadian communities including the north if the necessary monitoring infrastructure exists to support forecasting.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 2,200,000 | $8,700,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.2 - Weather and Environmental Prediction Program |
Climate Models Year 2: begin development and testing of the next-generation atmospheric model component (focusing on improved representation of the sulphur and carbon cycles); continue development of the global coupled model (particularly, improving the representation of ocean mixing); conduct preliminary historical and future climate change simulations with the latest coupled
model, together with associated analysis of performance; commence development and implementation of improved coupling scheme (required to allow better representation of interaction between atmosphere, ocean and sea ice); continue testing and evaluation of regional climate model; collaborate with OURANOS on analysis of regional climate simulations, with a particular focus on the
representation of snow in Canada.
Scenarios Year 2: Expand CCSN to include regional nodes; incorporate the most recent scientific developments into CCSN; develop guidance and organize training workshops on the use of scenarios and model intercomparisons; develop scenario tools for climate extremes; collaborate with OURANOS with respect to scenario development.
Hazards Year 2: Complete all regional climate hazards websites; develop methodologies to incorporate climate trends and future projections into climate hazards, risk assessments and climatic design information for infrastructure; prioritize upgrading needs and identify methodologies to upgrade existing climatic design information; expand stakeholder consultations.
Accurate climate information and projections are essential to assess impacts and develop robust adaptation strategies and measures. Improved climate change projections and scenarios will be developed by EC particularly on extremes and hazards for vulnerable infrastructure (e.g. bridges and sewers, which require extreme rainfall design information) and for communities across Canada. Key outcomes of this program include: Adaptive decision making, risk reduction and emergency preparedness.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 4,899,641 |
$ 15,000,000 |
Department | Health Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 4.1 First Nations and Inuit Health Programming and Services |
Northern First Nations and Inuit communities/organizations will have increased availability of climate change and health-related adaptation plans as measured by the number of workshops conducted and the number of participants attending as well as through the number of education and awareness tools developed and disseminated from the previous year's community-based
research.
Northern First Nations and Inuit communities/organizations will have increased awareness and understanding of the risks of climate change on their health as measured by the number of communities/organizations who have applied for funding for climate change and health research projects in 2009-10, based on the criteria developed in the: "Climate Change and Health Adaptation in
Northern First Nations and Inuit Communities Program 2009-10 Funding Application Guide".
Northern First Nations and Inuit communities/organizations will have increased capacity to conduct and apply climate change and health adaptation science as measured by the number of communities/organizations that have met the funding criteria and have received the funding to conduct their research on 2009-10.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 2,150,000 | $ 7,000,000 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 1.1 Earth Sciences |
Innovative Risk Management Tools
Innovative Risk Management Tools
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$8,500,000 |
$ 35,000,000 |
Department | Health Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 3.1 Healthy Environments and Consumer Safety |
Health Professional Interventions and Training
Canadians and health care professionals will have access to improved knowledge on the health risks of a changing climate in the following key areas:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 2,150,000 | $ 7,900,000 |
Department | Public Health Agency of Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 1.2 Disease Prevention and Control |
Four pilot communities will have commenced a community-based approach to assessing infectious disease risk relative to climate change and response plans.
Information will be provided to four pilot communities to assist with community adaptation activities relative to climate change and infectious disease threats; they will be better informed of the actions they need to take to protect themselves and their families through development of new outreach products and response systems.
Partnerships will be established with two universities and research activities will begin relative to increasing knowledge and ability to predict areas and sub-populations at increased risk as a result of changes to the incidence, prevalence and spread of specified infectious diseases occurring as a result of a changing climate.
Pilot communities will be provided with evidence based research and risk analysis to assist with the development of mitigation strategies at the local level.
Development of a pilot community-based approach to assessing infectious disease risk and effectiveness of response in up to four communities.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 2,487,895 | $7,000,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 4.2 Relations with other governments and partners are managed in support of environmental priorities |
Funding to selected international organizations that play a key role in enhancing the analysis and assessment of options related to the development of a future climate change agreement. This contributes to constructive and active participation in the international climate change discussions through the enhancement of understanding around the main issues comprising a post-2012 climate change agreement currently being negotiated under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
Payment of financial obligations to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is made.
Payment of membership dues and active participation in international technology partnerships outside the UN will strengthen Canada's credibility and influence discussions on a future climate change agreement. The latter should also help create opportunities for Canadian businesses.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 623,000 | $2,892,000 |
Department | Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 1.3 Global Issues |
The Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT) will ensure that all funding obligations to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) will be met. Additional voluntary contributions will be made as appropriate to the UNFCCC, in support of Canada's strategic interests with regard to the negotiations.
Where suitable, DFAIT will also provide funding to international organizations in order to advance Canada's interests and strategic objectives, as well as to enhance understanding of the key policy options for a post-2012 agreement. DFAIT will provide strategic direction, intelligence and advice, and work interdepartmentally to develop preliminary, intermediate, and final
negotiating positions. DFAIT will also continue to support strategic bilateral engagement with other countries through its network of Missions abroad, and will promote the integration of climate change issues into foreign policy through the G8, Arctic Council, Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, International Energy Agency, and other multilateral fora.
Canada , in continuing to meet its funding obligations for the UN Climate Change Secretariat, will contribute to its international reputation and the overall functioning of this organization, enabling the Secretariat to continue to organize future meetings.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 477,000 | $1,908,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 4.2.3 Long term global climate change regime |
Continued advancement of Canada's strategic interests related to climate change in multilateral and bilateral fora by working closely with other government departments to develop policy, provide strategic advice, and elaborate positions consistent with the objectives of the Government of Canada on a range of issues relating to the negotiation of a post-2012 agreement under the
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
Continued advancement of Canada's national interests and objectives related to climate change, by attending and actively participating in the UNFCCC negotiations and key international processes that complement these negotiations, including the G8, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, and the US-led Major Emitters Initiative to advocate Canadian positions and views. Canada's
participation in these international processes is consistent with Canada's domestic climate change policy and promotes national economic and environmental interests.
Given the interdisciplinary and collaborative approach among departments on this component, some expected outcomes of this work are shared across departments. These shared expected outcomes are:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 2,800,000 | $11,400,000 |
Department | Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 1.3 Global Issues |
Given the interdisciplinary and collaborative approach among departments on this component, some expected outcomes of this work are shared across departments. These shared expected outcomes are:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 1,550,000 | $ 6,400,000 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Energy |
The expected outcomes of NRCan's international climate change policy development and continued engagement in international climate change negotiations, both inside and outside the UNFCCC include:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 1,300,000 | $ 5,200,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 4.2.3 Long-term global climate change regime |
In the first year, Canada was to be in a design phase where APP activities focussed on: 1) obtaining membership; 2) consulting with key domestic industrial sectors, and; 3) developing Canada's governance structure and operational guidelines through the establishment of an APP Secretariat.
Now that Canada's membership has been confirmed, the focus has shifted from program design to implementation. Domestic activities are to shift from promotion and consultation to project selection. Internationally, Canada is to seek to influence the scope and direction of the Partnership to ensure alignment with Canada's interests, while leveraging enhanced bilateral relations to
shape the role of key large emitting countries in a future climate change agreement.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 5,738,166 |
$18,882,700 |
Department | Natural Resources Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Energy |
In the first year, Canada was to be in an design phase where APP activities would focused on: 1) obtaining membership; 2) consulting with key domestic industrial sectors, and; 3) developing Canada's governance structure and operational guidelines through the establishment of an APP Secretariat.
Now that Canada's membership has been confirmed, the focus has shifted from program design to implementation. Domestic activities will shift from promotion and consultation to project selection. Internationally, Canada will seek to influence the scope and direction of the Partnership to ensure alignment with Canada's interests, while leveraging enhanced bilateral relations to
shape the role of key large emitting countries in a future climate change agreement.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 211,800 | $ 877,300 |
Department | Industry Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 2.1 Clean Energy |
In the first year, Canada was to be in a design phase where APP activities would focused on: 1) obtaining membership; 2) consulting with key domestic industrial sectors, and; 3) developing Canada's governance structure and operational guidelines through the establishment of an APP Secretariat.
Now that Canada's membership has been confirmed, the focus has shifted from program design to implementation. Domestic activities are to shift from promotion and consultation to project selection. Internationally, Canada will seek to influence the scope and direction of the Partnership to ensure alignment with Canada's interests, while leveraging enhanced bilateral relations to
shape the role of key large emitting countries in a future climate change agreement.
Industry Canada's involvement in the APP is to result in enhanced participation and liaison with key Canadian sectors and key sectors internationally.
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 50,000 |
$ 240,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 3.3 - Clean Air Program |
Activities to be undertaken for the development of a Particulate Matter Annex to the Canada-U.S. Air Quality Agreement will include :
The negotiations of a PM Annex will result over the longer-term (i.e. by 2011) in:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 550,000 | $ 2,200,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
---|---|
Departmental Program Activity | 3.3 - Clean Air Program |
This type of activity is important. Exploring complementary and alternative initiatives, both within and outside Environment Canada, to fulfill this role are also being considered as a more cost-effective approach. While there would potentially be an overall reduction in investment in the specific agreements meant to be funded by this program, similar programs will be
maintained to ensure a continuing federal presence to support community funding focussed on energy efficiency and reduced air pollution. The department will continue to reinvest in a variety of alternative program activities aimed at achieving desired results.
In 2009-10, the Clean Air Community Partnerships Program will be launched. A call for proposals will be issued for national, regional, or local projects that encourage Canadians to adopt more sustainable behaviours at home, at school, and in the workplace. Projects will focus on home and outdoor energy efficiency, school-based sustainability and greening the workplace.
Program infrastructure will be developed:
Short-term results include
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
---|---|
$ 3,000,000 |
$ 12,000,000 |
Department | Environment Canada |
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Departmental Program Activity | 3.3 - Clean Air Program |
In support of improved accountability to parliamentarians and Canadians; active engagement of partner departments and agencies; effective and timely collection of performance information; and coherent CAA program architecture:
The Government has committed to achieving tangible improvements in Canada's environment, including reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It has also committed to implement a more strategic approach to expenditure management in horizontal priority areas. The HMARF will help address the need to improve governance and accountability in the management of
horizontal initiatives that involve a number of departments.
The objectives of the Clean Air Agenda are to improve the health of Canadians and increase environmental benefits by reducing air pollution and GHG emissions. This will be delivered through two main initiatives:
Program's planned spending in 2009-2010 | Program's approved spending over the 2007-2011 period |
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$ 1,250,000 | $ 5,000,000 |