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Start Date: April 1, 2011

End Date: March 31, 2015

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: 2010–11

Description: Canada is a signatory to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) treaty agreement, which is negotiated every four years at a plenipotentiary conference in accordance with the treaty obligations of the ITU Constitution and Convention. Canada’s membership, contribution and standing in the ITU, and its involvement in related events, allow Industry Canada to achieve results internationally across a broad range of issues affecting radiocommunication, standardization and telecommunications development. Canada’s contribution to the ITU is commensurate with its international standing and commitment to the United Nations (UN) and UN specialized agencies.

Expected Results:

• Full implementation of the Performance Measurement Strategy to monitor and enhance reporting of Industry Canada’s involvement in the ITU as established in the Treasury Board Directive on Transfer Payments.
• Securing and protecting Canadian interests in treaty revisions to both the International Radio Regulations and the International Telecommunication Regulations.

Start Date: April 2, 2009

End Date: March 31, 2014

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: N/A*

Description: The Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) is a research institute based at the University of Waterloo and located on the main campus in Waterloo, Ontario. IQC’s mission is to be the world leader in the development of quantum technologies, and its objective is to create a supportive environment for physicists, mathematicians, engineers and computer scientists to advance the fields of quantum information and quantum computation.

Expected Results:

• Increase knowledge in quantum computing.
• Create new opportunities for students to learn and to apply new knowledge.
• Brand Canada as a leading centre for research in quantum technologies.

Start Date: May 9, 2008

End Date: March 31, 2013

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: 2009–10

Description: The Automotive Innovation Fund (AIF) supports strategic, large-scale research and development (R&D) projects to develop innovative, greener and more fuel-efficient vehicles.

Expected Results:

Enhanced capacity for automotive research and development in order to position Canada’s automotive industry to be able to meet the demands for cars of the future.

Start Date: September 2008

End Date: October 2015

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: 2008–09

Description: In July 2008, the Government of Canada announced its intention to contribute $350 million to Bombardier Aerospace for research and development (R&D) of aircraft technologies related to its CSeries, a new family of 110- to 130-seat commercial aircraft. The R&D projects will support the Canadian aerospace industry’s goal of developing new technologies for the next generation of more fuel-efficient and safer commercial aircraft. The contribution is being provided by Industry Canada and is conditionally repayable.

Expected Results:

• Enhanced capacity for research and development of new technologies in the Canadian Aerospace Industry.

Start Date: April 2, 2007

End Date: March 31, 2012*

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: 2007–08

Description: The Strategic Aerospace and Defence Initiative (SADI) encourages the development of innovative products, processes and services; enhances the competitiveness of Canadian aerospace, defence, space and security (A&D) firms; and fosters collaboration among research institutes, universities, colleges and the private sector. SADI is a component of the government’s science and technology strategy, which aims to mobilize science and technology to Canada’s competitive advantage. SADI acts as a catalyst for new A&D investments by providing repayable contributions to Canadian A&D companies for strategic industrial research and pre-competitive development. SADI accepts applications on an ongoing basis. Projects are selected following a rigorous review of financial, technical and market criteria. The program initiative is partially financed with funds that were previously allocated to Technology Partnerships Canada (TPC) and repayments received from TPC and SADI projects.

Expected Results:

• Research and development investment in innovative and competitive aerospace, defence, space and security firms. 
  Indicator: Dollars of research and development investment leveraged per SADI dollar invested.

• Collaborative partnerships in research and development between research institutes, universities, colleges and the private sector. 
  Indicator: Percentage of projects that have a collaborative element.

Start Date: March 11,1996

End Date: December 31, 2006

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: 2007–08

Description: The Technology Partnerships Canada (TPC) program provided repayable contributions to businesses in all regions of Canada to stimulate industrial research and pre-competitive development in the aerospace and defence, environmental and life sciences, information and communication technologies, and advanced manufacturing industries. The program leveraged private sector investment in research and development (R&D) and produced a wide range of economic, social and environmental benefits for Canadians. As of December 31, 2006, TPC no longer accepted new applications for new projects. However, the Department continues to manage existing projects that make up TPC’s $3.5 billion portfolio.  This involves reviewing project status, paying eligible claims, and receiving repayments.

Expected Results:

• Research and development disbursements in the aerospace, defence, environmental and enabling technology industries.
  Indicator: Dollars of research and development investment leveraged per Technology Partnerships Canada dollar disbursed

• New and innovative products, services and processes are commercialized by Canadian businesses.
  Indicator: Percentage of projects that have successfully completed their work phase resulting in the commercialization of new products, services and processes.

Start Date: March 30, 2007

End Date: March 31, 2012*

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: N/A**

Description: The Perimeter Institute (PI) for Theoretical Physics is a non-profit, resident-based research institute devoted to foundational issues in theoretical physics at the highest levels of international excellence. PI pursues scientific research and engages in educational outreach activities, bringing together international scientists to push the limits of understanding of physical laws and develop new ideas about the very essence of space, time, matter and information. PI provides a multi-disciplinary environment to foster research in cosmology, particle physics, quantum foundations, quantum gravity, quantum information, superstring theory and related areas.

Expected Results:

• Establish itself as a premier international centre for foundational physics;
• Foster effective interaction with the international academic community and stimulate information exchange and operate an active series of scientific programs;
• Partner with Canadian universities and academics to enhance the national capabilities of fundamental physics research;
• Develop and maintain a public outreach program aimed at promoting science awareness, such as workshops and public lectures. 

Start Date: 1961

End Date: Ongoing

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: Ongoing. This is a statutory program.

Description: The Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP) helps Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) access financing that would not otherwise be available or would be available only under less favourable terms. It is a loan loss-sharing program involving partnerships with financial institutions. To be eligible, SMEs must be for-profit businesses with revenues under $5 million per year. Under the program, financial institutions can make term loans on real property, leasehold improvements and equipment. In the event that a registered loan defaults, the government pays 85 percent of net eligible losses. CSBFP is a national program that operates in all provinces and territories.

Expected Results:

• Facilitate access to approximately $1 billion in debt financing.
• Increase awareness of CSBFP among lenders, SMEs and intermediaries.
• Continue communicating with financial institutions to improve program delivery.

Start Date: April 1, 2001

End Date: March 31, 2013

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: 2011–12

Description: The Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF) is a non-profit, charitable organization founded in 1996 that provides entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and 34 with loans and mentoring services.

Expected Results:

• It is expected that there will be 498 in loans in 2012–13, which will result in increased access to financing by young entrepreneurs.

Start Date: September 13, 2001

End Date: March 31, 2013

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: 2007–08

Description: This Structured Financing Facility program provides financing support to qualifying domestic and foreign shipowners to build or refit vessels in Canada, stimulating economic activities in the Canadian shipbuilding and industrial marine industry and helping position the industry to meet government procurement requirements.

Expected Results:

• Incremental construction or refit projects for Canadian shipyards help with the maintenance of competitive conditions in the domestic market and strengthen shipyard capability for future federal procurement and maintenance needs

Start Date: 1986

End Date: Ongoing

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: 2010–11

Description: The Community Futures (CF) Program is a national program administered by FedNor in rural northern Ontario and delivered through the regional development agencies in the rest of Canada. The program provides financial support to small and medium-sized enterprises through 24 Community Futures Development Corporations (CFDC) located throughout rural northern Ontario. The ultimate objectives of the program are to foster economic stability, growth and job creation; help create diversified and competitive local rural economies; and help build sustainable communities. CFDCs are incorporated, not-for-profit, community-based development organizations, each governed by a local volunteer board of directors. They offer a variety of products and services to support small business growth and community economic development, including access to capital, strategic community planning and socio-economic development; support for community-based projects and special initiatives; and business information, planning and support services. FedNor provides financial contributions to support the ongoing operations of individual CFDCs through either one- or three-year agreements.

Expected Results:

• Targeted rural northern Ontario businesses attract investors
• Targeted rural northern Ontario businesses create jobs

Start Date: April 1, 1996

End Date: Ongoing

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: 2011–12

Description: The Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP) is administered by FedNor. NODP's objective is to promote economic development, economic diversification, job creation and sustainable, self-reliant communities in Northern Ontario. This is achieved by providing financial support, through transfer payments, to small and medium-sized enterprises and not-for-profit organizations, including municipalities, municipal organizations, community development organizations and research institutions, in three priority areas: community economic development; business growth and competitiveness; and innovation.

Expected Results:

• Targeted rural northern Ontario businesses attract investors
• Targeted rural northern Ontario businesses create jobs

Start Date: 1993

End Date: March 31, 2013

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: 2008–09

Description: Through the Computers for Schools (CFS) program, surplus computers donated by federal, provincial and territorial government departments, private companies, and private donors are refurbished through contribution agreements with licensed delivery agents. Once refurbished, they are distributed to schools and not-for-profit learning organizations across Canada. Through a national partnership-based network, the program continues to meet the ongoing demand for computers in Canadian schools and libraries, ensuring that more young Canadians have access to and can benefit from the knowledge-based economy. This program also supports work experience internships for youth who have demonstrated skills at the post-secondary level, providing them with opportunities to work on innovative information and communication technology (ICT) projects in the context of computer refurbishment workshop activities. These projects enable participants to develop practical work experience in such areas as computer repair, refurbishment and software testing; to cultivate skills such as teamwork, time management and administration; and to perform other activities related to managing a computer refurbishment workshop.

Expected Results:

• Schools, libraries, not-for-profit learning organizations and Aboriginal communities receive refurbished computers
• Youth interns gain work experience in the information and communication technologies field

Start Date: April 1, 2009

End Date: March 31, 2012

Fiscal year for Ts & Cs: 2010–11

Description: As part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan, $225 million was provided to Industry Canada over three years to develop a broadband strategy. As a major part of that strategy ($171.3 million), the Broadband Canada Program aimed to extend broadband coverage to as many unserved and underserved households as possible.

Broadband Internet access is viewed as essential infrastructure for shaping tomorrow’s economy, as it enables citizens, businesses and institutions to access information, services and opportunities that could otherwise be out of reach.

Expected Results:

Broadband Canada: Connecting Rural Canadians expected to expand broadband coverage to as many unserved and underserved households in Canada as possible, beginning in 2009–10.

The program objective was to increase the number of Canadian households with access to affordable broadband services (a minimum of 1.5 Mbps) and provide essential infrastructure to Canadians in remote and rural areas. This would allow them to participate in the Internet economy by accessing information, services and opportunities that would otherwise be out-of-reach.

It should contribute to strengthening the knowledge-based economy and foster an environment that is conducive to innovation, which will benefit Canadian business and the economy as a whole.