Departmental Plan 2017-18: Canada 150 horizontal initiative
- Name of horizontal initiative
- Canada 150 horizontal initiative
- Lead department
- Canadian Heritage
- Federal partner organizations
- Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Canada Council for the Arts, Canada Science and Technology Museums Corporation, Canadian Museum for Human Rights, Canadian Museum of Nature, Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, Canadian Space Agency, Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Region of Quebec, Employment and Social Development Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario – FedNor, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada, Library and Archives Canada, National Arts Centre, National Battlefields Commission, National Capital Commission, National Film Board, National Gallery of Canada, Natural Resources Canada, Parks Canada Agency, Public Services and Procurement Canada, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council, Western Economic Diversification
- Non-federal and non-governmental partner(s)
- Not applicable
- Start date of the horizontal initiative
- June 2015
- End date of the horizontal initiative
- December 31, 2018
- Total federal funding allocated (start to end date) (dollars)
- $610,346,286
- Total federal planned spending to date (dollars)
- $556,056,438
- Total federal actual spending to date (dollars)
- $21,350,193
- Funding contributed by non-federal and non-governmental partners
- Not applicable
- Governance structures
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Across the Government of Canada and within the Department of Canadian Heritage (PCH), the governance of the Canada 150 Initiative (“Canada 150”) is supported by existing and newly created governance committees and by clearly defined roles and responsibilities. This governance structure establishes sound management and accountability for the pan-governmental reach of the Canada 150 initiative.
Within PCH, Canada 150 activities are supported by the Department’s existing governance structure and committees. These committees are engaged on an as-needed basis to support the oversight and coordination activities of Canada 150.
In support of the whole-of-government coordination, committees newly established to support the planning and implementation of Canada 150 at the federal level include: The Deputy Minister (DM) Coordinating Committee on Canada 150, the Assistant Deputy Ministers (ADM) Committee and Sub-Committees on Canada 150 and the Interdepartmental Communications Working Group. These committees meet regularly to ensure interdepartmental coordination and oversight at the senior level, encourage strategic partnerships and collaboration across the Government of Canada and with other levels of government and stakeholder, ensure the proactive management of issues and opportunities, make recommendations on the broader strategic directions of Canada 150. The Interdepartmental Communications Working Group brings together directors of communications from each of the federal institutions and serves as a forum for ongoing sharing of information on Canada 150. Objectives of the working group are to leverage branding and communications opportunities to increase reach, share communications materials and information on Canada 150 plans and activities, and identify opportunities for cross-promotion. In addition, the working group will encourage a broad, pan-Canadian participative approach that engages all sectors of Canadian society, including official language minority communities, youth, new Canadians and Indigenous Peoples.
Existing committees co-opted to support Canada 150 include the Federal Partners Committee, the Canada 150 Parliamentary Precinct Steering Committee, the Interdepartmental Commemorations Committee and the Network of Official Languages Champions. These committees support sharing of information and coordination of activities between the Government of Canada and partners and stakeholders related to Canada 150. They also help to identify concerns and potential issues as well as listing activities necessary to facilitate the advancement and implementation of Canada 150 initiatives. The Network of Official Languages Champions supports the Implementation of Section 41 of the Official Languages Act to mobilize federal institutions in promoting Canada’s linguistic duality and the development of Official Languages Minority Communities through Canada 150.
- Contact information
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Éric Doiron
Director, Reporting, Financial & Resource Management
25, Eddy Street
Gatineau Quebec K1A 0M5
819-934-5065
eric.doiron@canada.ca - Description of the horizontal initiative
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In 2017, the Government of Canada will mark the 150th anniversary of Confederation with a year-long celebration from coast to coast to coast. Canada 150 will support the renewal of community infrastructure as well as a broad range of events and activities that will highlight Canada as an inclusive and diverse society, efforts towards reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians, engaging youth and reaffirming the importance of strong environmental stewardship.
Canada 150 activities support three of the Government of Canada’s priorities: “Diversity is Canada’s strength”, “A clean environment and a strong economy”, and “Growth for the middle class”.
As a horizontal initiative, Canada 150 is expected to achieve the following shared outcome: “Canadians are engaged in vibrant communities, have a sense of pride and attachment to Canada and to local communities, and benefit from economic impacts and lasting legacies”. To achieve this outcome, the Government of Canada is investing $610,346,286 in incremental funding using three instruments: the Canada 150 Fund, the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program and through Parks Canada. As a pan-governmental initiative, federal institutions will also implement projects and activities using their existing reference levels to enhance the reach and scope of the initiative.
Canadians across the country will have the opportunity to mark the sesquicentennial through a wide range of national and local community events and initiatives designed and selected to enhance Canadians’ sense of belonging, pride and appreciation of diversity.
As the lead department of the horizontal initiative, PCH is responsible for coordinating the activities of Canada 150 for the Government of Canada and for engaging federal institutions, different levels of government and the private and not-for-profit sectors. PCH houses the Canada 150 Federal Secretariat - the main coordinating body for Canada 150 Initiative - and administers the Canada 150 Fund, the grants and contributions program that will bring Canadians together in 2017 through projects in the areas of culture, arts, sport, innovation, heritage and environmental awareness.
The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program is managed by the six (6) Regional Development Agencies. This program directly supports Canadian communities in modernizing their recreational, cultural and community infrastructure and maintain local jobs.
Through their free Discovery Pass program and associated enhancements to visitor experiences, the Parks Canada Agency encourages Canadians to further explore their country and their national parks in 2017.
Projects by all other participating federal institutions showcase Canada and the past and current achievements of Canadians. These projects are created, developed, funded and delivered by each institution according to their respective mandates and reference levels.
Canada 150’s unique and innovative projects seek to spark the national imagination, bring Canadians together, contribute to building diverse and inclusive communities, showcase Canadian achievements, and inspire Canadians to learn about and explore their country.
- Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation
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2017-18
Evaluation Services of Canadian Heritage will lead the evaluation.
Shared outcome of federal partners
Horizontal objective 1: Bringing Canadians together
| Federal Institution | Link to Institution's Program Inventory | Contributing Programs and Activities | Total Allocation (from start to end date) ($) | 2017-18 Planned Spending ($) | Link to Institution's Strategic Outcomes | Link to Government of Canada Priorities |
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| Canadian Heritage | Canada History Fund | 2017 Governor General's Canadian Leadership Conference |
N/A |
950,000 |
Canadians share, express and appreciate their Canadian identity |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
| Capital Experience | Enhanced Major Events in Canada's Capital region |
7,000,000 |
3,500,000 |
Canadians share, express and appreciate their Canadian identity |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
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| Celebration and Commemoration Program -Canada 150 Fund - Community Driven Activities | Community Projects |
97,300,000 |
48,500,000 |
Canadians share, express and appreciate their Canadian identity |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
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| Celebration and Commemoration Program - Canada 150 Fund - Major Events | Major Events across Canada |
13,000,000 |
9,236,090 |
Canadians share, express and appreciate their Canadian identity |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
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| Celebration and Commemoration Program - Canada 150 Fund - Signature Initiatives | Signature Projects |
79,551,540 |
32,907,995 |
Canadians share, express and appreciate their Canadian identity |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
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| Museums Assistance Program (Access to Heritage) | Through the Eyes of the Community - 150 Years of Ottawa's History (Travelling Exhibition) |
N/A |
3,833 |
Canadian artistic expressions and cultural content are created and accessible at home and abroad |
N/A |
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| A Story of Canada (Travelling Exhibition) |
N/A |
112,490 |
Canadian artistic expressions and cultural content are created and accessible at home and abroad |
N/A |
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| Official Languages | National Heritage, Culture and Tourism Corridor |
1,000,000 |
1,105,000 |
Canadians share, express and appreciate their Canadian identity |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
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| State Ceremonial and Protocol | Royal Tour of Canada by their Royal Highnesses the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall |
N/A |
900,000 |
Canadians share, express and appreciate their Canadian identity |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
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| Exchanges Canada Program (Youth Forums Canada component) |
DestinationCanada: Reciprocal Youth Exchanges |
N/A |
4,500,000 |
Canadians share, express and appreciate their Canadian identity |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
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| Youth Take Charge | 150 Years Young |
148,460 |
63,605 |
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| Canada 150 + Me |
300,000 |
278,400 |
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| Canada 150 Multi-media Intergenerational Diary Project |
N/A |
60,000 |
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| Weaving Shared Histories for Reconciliation |
N/A |
100,000 |
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| Canada 150 Federal Secretariat | Canada 150 Federal Secretariat |
10,000,000 |
3,148,839 |
Canadians share, express and appreciate their Canadian identity |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
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| Total - Objective 1 |
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208,300,000 |
105,366,252 |
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| 2017-18 Expected Results | 2017-18 Performance Indicators | 2017-18 Targets |
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Canadians have opportunities to be engaged and participate in events celebrating Canada |
Number of Canadians participating in Canada 150 events |
15 Million |
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Number of communities where events were held in the current fiscal year |
1834 communities |
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Number of events taking place in the current fiscal year |
1921 events |
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Average number of volunteers per completed project |
20 volunteers per completed project |
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Average percentage of investments leveraged from funding partners per project |
20% |
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Average estimated number of participants per completed |
50,000 per community project |
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Average estimated number of participants per completed project in the current fiscal year – Major Events |
195,000 per major event |
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Average estimated number of participants per completed project in the current fiscal year – Signature Projects |
500,000 per signature project |
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Number of youth participants |
4,700 youth |
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Number of partners that are involved in the Canada 150 Initiative through facilitation efforts of the Canada 150 Federal Secretariat |
75 partnerships |
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Data source and frequency of monitoring and reporting |
Database with quarterly updates |
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Horizontal objective 2: Leaving a lasting legacy and impact of Canada 150 through projects that contribute to the modernization and renewal of community infrastructure and development of regional/community-based partnerships
| Federal Institution | Link to Institution's Program Inventory | Contributing Programs and Activities | Total Allocation (from start to end date) ($) | 2017-18 Planned Spending ($) | Link to Institution's Strategic Outcomes | Link to Government of Canada Priorities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency | Community Investment | Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program |
33,200,000 |
13,883,613 |
Diversification of communities |
Growth for the middle class |
| Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency | Community Development | Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program |
12,800,000 |
6,400,000 |
Developed and diversified territorial economies that support prosperity for all Northerners |
Growth for the middle class |
| Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Region of Quebec | Targeted and/or Temporary Support | Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program |
62,400,000 |
50,200,000 |
Quebec's regions have a growing economy |
Growth for the middle class |
| Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario | Community Economic Development | Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program |
88,800,000 |
68,800,000 |
A Competitive Southern Ontario Economy |
Growth for the middle class |
| Federal Economic Development Initiative for Nothern Ontario- FedNor | Northern Ontario Economic Development | Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program |
10,400,000 |
7,000,000 |
Canadian businesses and communities are competitive. |
Growth for the middle class |
| Western Economic Diversification | Infrastructure Programming | Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program |
92,400,000 |
46,200,000 |
A growing and diversified western Canadian economy |
Growth for the middle class |
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Total Objective 2 |
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300,000,000 |
192,483,613 |
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| 2017-18 Expected Results | 2017-18 Performance Indicators | 2017-18 Targets | |
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Community infrastructures are modernized/renewed across Canada as part of the Canada 150 Initiative |
Estimated number of completed projects related to the modernization/renewal of infrastructure per type of community infrastructure |
1741 Projects |
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Community: |
Community: 318 |
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Cultural: |
Cultural: 123 |
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Sports and Recreation: |
Sports and Recreation: 846 |
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Tourism: |
Tourism:104 |
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Other: |
Other: 350 |
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Estimated total amount of funds leveraged from other sources for projects that will be completed: |
$274,437,816 |
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Estimated number of communities where infrastructure projects will be completed: |
1001 Communities |
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Data source and frequency of monitoring and reporting |
Database with quarterly updates |
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Horizontal objective 3: Showcasing Canada’s achievements
| Federal Institution | Link to Institution's Program Inventory | Contributing Programs and Activities | Total Allocation (from start to end date) ($) | 2017-18 Planned Spending ($) | Link to Institution's Strategic Outcomes | Link to Government of Canada Priorities |
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| Canada Council for the Arts | Arts promotion to foster public knowledge and appreciation of the Canadian arts and culture | Digital “Faces of the Arts in Canada” campaign |
N/A |
50,000 |
Excellent, vibrant and diverse art that engages Canadians, enriches their communities, and reaches markets around the world. |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
| Promotion of Artistic Projects |
N/A |
20,000 |
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| Special exhibitions in the Âjagemô exhibition hall |
N/A |
50,000 |
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| Special exhibitions on the Canada Council for the Arts’ Video Wall |
N/A |
40,000 |
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| Canada Science and Technology Museums Corporation | Heritage | InnovationCanada150.ca-digital crowd-sourced storybook on science and technology in Canada |
N/A |
10,000 |
Sharing Knowledge |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
| Canadian Museum for Human Rights | Museum Content & Program | Points of View |
N/A |
173,000 |
The Museum delivers an inspiring, relevant and memorable experience to each of its visitors. |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
| 1867 - Rebellion and Confederation |
N/A |
75,000 |
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| 150 Years of Human Rights History |
N/A |
549,000 |
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| Canadian Museum of Nature | Inspiration and Engagement | Canada Goose Arctic Gallery |
N/A |
1,787,000 |
Be a global museum leader in Arctic Knowledge and Exploration. |
A clean environment and a strong economy |
| Canadian Space Agency | Inspiring Canadians | Canada From Space - Giant Floor Map |
N/A |
47,750 |
Canada’s exploration of space, provision of space services and development of its space capacity meet the nation’s needs for scientific knowledge, innovation and information. |
N/A |
| Technozone |
N/A |
30,000 |
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| Employment and Social Development Canada | Social Development Partnerships Program | Canada Volunteer Awards |
N/A |
265,000 |
Income security, access to opportunities and well-being for individuals, families and communities |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
| Environment and Climate Change Canada | Biodiversity - Wildlife and Habitat | Free access to Cap Tourmente |
N/A |
267,000 |
Canada's natural environment is conserved and restored for present and future generations |
A clean and healthy environment |
| Canada’s natural environment is conserved and restored for present and future generations | 150 Plaques to recognize Canadians under the Government Habitat Conservation program |
N/A |
43,000 |
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| Fisheries and Oceans Canada | Communications, Internal Service | DFO Histories Project |
N/A |
50,946 |
N/A |
N/A |
| Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada | Reconciliation | 2017 Coffee Table Book |
N/A |
40,000 |
The people |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
| 2017 Special Acquisition |
N/A |
20,000 |
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| Library and Archives Canada | Access to documentary heritage | Canada? Who Do We Think We Are? |
N/A |
90,000 |
Canada's documentary heritage is preserved and accessible to current and future generations |
N/A |
| Foundational Documents at the Library of Parliament |
200,000 |
200,000 |
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| National Arts Centre | Develop and showcase the performing arts throughout Canada | Canada Scene Festival |
1,500,000 |
4,350,000 |
Excellent, vibrant and diverse art that engages Canadians, enriches their communities, and reaches markets around the world. |
N/A |
| Cross-Canada tours of National Arts Centre Orchestra and Theatre Departments |
N/A |
3,780,000 |
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| Louis Riel Opera |
N/A |
1,023,000 |
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| National Battlefields Comission | Public Education and Services | History Pages of the 150th Anniversary |
N/A |
6,000 |
N/A |
N/A |
| Conservation and Development | Lighting of the Centennial Fountain |
N/A |
25,000 |
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| National Capital Comission | Capital Stewardship and Protection | Sunday Bikedays |
N/A |
60,000 |
Canada's Capital Region is of national significance and a source of pride for Canadians |
A clean environment and a strong economy |
| Mackenzie King Estate |
N/A |
60,000 |
A clean environment and a strong economy |
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| Fall Rhapsody |
N/A |
60,000 |
A clean environment and a strong economy |
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| Guided Tours for School Groups and Outdoor Programs for New Canadians |
N/A |
15,000 |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
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| The Confederation Pavilions |
N/A |
480,000 |
A clean environment and a strong economy |
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| Capital Planning | The Plan for Canada’s Capital 2017-2067 |
N/A |
320,000 |
A clean environment and a strong economy |
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| National Film Board | Audiovisual Production | Legacies 150 |
N/A |
62,000 |
Canadian stories and perspectives are reflected in audiovisual media and accessible to Canadians and the world |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
| Accessibility and Audience Engagement | Special Online Programming on NFB.ca |
N/A |
20,000 |
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| Aabiziingwashi (Wide Awake) Indigenous Cinema on Tour |
N/A |
80,000 |
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| National Gallery of Canada | Collection, Outreach and Accommodation | Reconception and full renovation of the Canadian and Indigenous Galleries |
N/A |
1,500,000 |
Collection, Outreach and Accommodation - A strong national collection representing Canadian and international visual arts for present and future generations. Enhanced understanding and enjoyment of art among Canadians through dynamic national and international programming. Safe, secure and accessible facilities for the national collectio, visitors and staff. |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
| Collection and Outreach | 2017 Contemporary Art, 1968 - 2017 |
N/A |
150,000 |
Collection and Outreach - A strong national collection representing Canadian and international visual arts for present and future generations. Enhanced understanding and enjoyment of art among Canadians through dynamic national and international programming. |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
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| Collection | 2017 Publication |
N/A |
60,000 |
Collection - A strong national collection representing Canadian and international visual arts for present and future generations. |
Diversity is Canada's strength |
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| Natural Resources Canada | 3.2.1 - Essential Geographic Information 3.1.5 - Geohazards and Public Safety 2.3.2 - Groundwater Geoscience 1.3.3 - Targeted Geoscience Initiative 1.3.4 - Geo-mapping for Energy and Minerals | Celebrating Canada’s Geological Heritage |
N/A |
15,000 |
Strategic Outcome 1: Canada's natural resource sectors are globally competitive |
N/A |
| 3.2.1 Essential Geographic Information | My Map, My Place, My Country |
N/A |
20,000 |
Canadians have information to manage their lands and natural resources, and are protected from related risks |
N/A |
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| Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council | Initiative: Imagining Canada’s Future | Imagining Canada’ s Future – Social Sciences and Humanities Knowledge Summit |
N/A |
75,000 |
Connect social sciences and humanities research to Canadians |
Diversity is Canada's Strength |
| Total Objective 3 |
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1,700,000 |
15,968,696 |
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| 2017-18 Expected Results | 2017-18 Performance Indicators | 2017-18 Targets |
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Past and present achievements of various components of the Canadian society are showcased |
Number of completed projects showcasing: |
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Canadian achievements in the Arts and Culture |
10 |
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Canadian achievements in the areas of heritage and history |
13 |
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Canadian engagement in their communities |
12 |
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Canada's environment |
5 |
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Data source and frequency of monitoring and reporting |
Database with quarterly updates |
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Horizontal objective 4: Inciting Canadians to explore Canada
| Federal Institution | Link to Institution's Program Inventory | Contributing Programs and Activities | Total Allocation (from start to end date) ($) | 2017-18 Planned Spending ($) | Link to Institution's Strategic Outcomes | Link to Government of Canada Priorities |
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| Parks Canada | Heritage Places Promotion and Public Support | Free Admission - Discovery Passes (on-line) and App |
1,050,000 |
200,000 |
Canadians have a strong sense of connection to their national parks, national historic sites, heritage canals, and national marine conservation areas and these protected places are experienced in ways that leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of present and future generations. |
A clean environment and a strong economy |
| Visitor Experience | Free Admission - Discovery Passes (on-site) |
4,669,000 |
1,314,000 |
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| Free Admission - Foregone Revenue |
72,910,000 |
56,330,000 |
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| Free Admission - Law Enforcement and Wildlife Conflict Management |
3,944,646 |
799,338 |
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| Free Admission - Increased Visitor Experience Staff |
4,775,680 |
3,789,760 |
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| Indigenous Storytelling and Indigenous Tourism |
4,582,240 |
996,080 |
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| Expansion of Learn to Camp program |
4,106,720 |
957,860 |
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| Stories of Canada |
4,308,000 |
1,170,000 |
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| Total Objective 4 |
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100,346,286 |
65,557,038 |
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| 2017-18 Expected Results | 2017-18 Performance Indicators | 2017-18 Targets | |
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Canadians explore the wonders of Canada, including Parks Canada natural and cultural treasures |
Increase in the reach of Parks Canada's administered places. |
10% |
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Increase in number of visitors to Parks Canada places in 2017. |
2% |
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Average percentage of visitors that consider the place is meaningful to them. |
85% |
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Average percentage of visitors that are satisfied with their visit. |
90% |
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Average percentage of visitors that enjoyed their visit. |
90% |
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Average percentage of visitors that consider that they learned about the natural heritage of the heritage place. |
60% |
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Average percentage of visitors that consider that they learned about the cultural heritage of the national historic site. |
85% |
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Data source and frequency of monitoring and reporting |
Database with quarterly updates |
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