Archived: Report on Plans and Priorities 2014-15, supplementary tables, Environment and Climate Change Canada, chapter 1
Details of Transfer Payment Programs
- Disclosure of Transfer Payment Programs under $5 million
- Contributions in Support of Biodiversity - Wildlife and Habitat
- Contributions to Support Climate Change and Clean Air
- Habitat Stewardship Program (HSP) for Species at Risk
- Grant to Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) for the NextGen Biofuels Fund (NGBF) and the Sustainable Development Technology Fund (SD Tech Fund)
- Contributions to Support Sustainable Ecosystems
Disclosure of Transfer Payment Programs under $5 million
| Name of TPP | Program, Sub-Program and Sub-Sub-Program | Main Objective | End Date of TPP, if applicable | Type of TP (G, C) |
Planned Spending for 2014-15 | Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation | General Targeted Recipient Group |
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| Assessed contribution for Canada’s share of the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) budget | 3.2.2 - International Climate Change and Clean Air Partnerships | To enable Canada’s obligation to cost-share the core and projected expenses of the CEC. | N/A | C | $3,230,000 | 2012-13 | Commission for Environmental Cooperation |
| Grants and contributions under the Montreal Protocol | 3.2.2 - International Climate Change and Clean Air Partnerships | Under the rules of the Montreal Protocol, Canada has the option of directing up to 20% of its annual contribution to the Multilateral Fund for the Implementation of the Montreal Protocol (MFMP) towards support for bilateral or regional projects in developing countries, which helps them reduce their consumption or production of ozone-depleting substances (ODS). | N/A | G | $2,000,000 | 2012-13 | Developing country governments, universities, training institutes that have signed the Montreal Protocol, and third-party delivery agents |
| EcoAction 200 - Community Funding Service | 1.3.3.1 - EcoAction Community Funding | Enable community-based groups to achieve environmental results related to departmental priorities and thereby reduce risks to human health and the environment. | N/A | C | $4,525,000 | 2013-14 | Non-profit and non-governmental groups, service clubs, associations, Aboriginal organizations |
| Contributions to support Substances and Waste Management | 3.1.1 - Substances Management 3.1.3 - Marine Pollution |
To encourage and support individuals and organizations engaged in activities to reduce threats to Canadians and impacts on the environment posed by harmful substances and waste. | N/A | C | $1,760,219 | 2009-10 (Evaluation of Environment Canada’s Class Grants and Contributions) | Canadian or international not-for-profit organizations, Aboriginal organizations, other levels of government |
| Contributions to Support Water Resources | 1.2.1 - Water Quality and Aquatic Ecosystems Health | To encourage and support individuals and organizations engaged in activities to minimize threats to, and maintain the sustainability of, Canada’s water resources and aquatic ecosystems. | N/A | C | $604,595 | 2009-10 (Evaluation of Environment Canada’s Class Grants and Contributions) | Canadian or international not-for-profit, Aboriginal organizations, individuals, for-profit organizations and other levels of government |
| Grant to support Weather and Environmental Services | 2.1.1 - Weather Observations, Forecasts and Warnings | The purpose of this grant is to support research and the development of highly qualified experts in the scientific areas related to Environment Canada’s mandate, such as atmospheric study and climate change. | N/A | G | $44,000 | 2009-10 (Evaluation of Environment Canada’s Class Grants and Contributions) | Canadian and foreign researchers and students, domestic universities, domestic or international not-for-profit organizations and associations, and other levels of government |
| Contributions to support Weather and Environmental Services | 2.1.1 - Weather Observations, Forecasts and Warnings 2.1.2 - Health-related Meteorological Information 2.1.3 - Climate Information, Predictions and Tools |
To encourage and support individuals and organizations engaged in activities to enable Canadians to access, understand and use information on changing weather, water, climate and air quality conditions. |
N/A | C | $2,177,492 | 2009-10 (Evaluation of Environment Canada’s Class Grants and Contributions) | Canadian or international not-for-profit, Aboriginal organizations, individuals, for-profit organizations and other levels of government |
| Assessed contribution to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development | 3.1.1 - Substances Management | Canada is a signatory to this convention and is thus bound by the requirements of the international convention, including the obligation to pay the assessed contribution. | N/A | C | $100,000 | 2011-12 (Evaluation of Waste and Reduction Management) | Convention on the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, Environment Directorate |
| Assessed contribution to the World Meteorological Organization | 2.1.1 - Weather Observations, Forecasts and Warnings | Canada has been a member of the WMO since 1950 as one of the initial signatories to the convention. The annual assessed contribution is based on the U.N. Scale as agreed to every three years by the U.N. General Assembly and adapted, as is normal practice, to accommodate the varying membership of U.N. organizations. | N/A | C | $2,167,785 | 2009-10 (Evaluation of Environment Canada’s Class Grants and Contributions) | World Meteorological Organization |
| Assessed contribution to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) | 1.1.2.1 - Species at Risk Operations | Canada is a signatory to this convention and is thus bound by the requirements of the international convention, including the obligation to pay the assessed contribution. | N/A | C | $190,000 | 2009-10 (Evaluation of Environment Canada’s Class Grants and Contributions) | CITES Secretariat |
| Assessed contribution to the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance | 1.1.4.1 - Habitat Conservation Partnerships | Canada has been a Contracting Party to the Ramsar Convention since 1981. Annual membership dues are an obligation of the Parties based on terms agreed to at the Convention of the Parties. |
N/A | C | $206,140 | 2009-10 (Evaluation of Environment Canada’s Class Grants and Contributions) | RAMSAR Convention Secretariat |
Contributions in Support of Biodiversity - Wildlife and Habitat
Start date: June 10, 2010
End date: Ongoing - Evaluation to be completed by March 31, 2015
Fiscal Year for Ts & Cs: 2010-11
Strategic Outcome: Canada’s natural environment is conserved and restored for present and future generations
Program, Sub-Program and Sub-Sub-Program: 1.1 Biodiversity - Wildlife and Habitat
Description: Contributions in support of Biodiversity - Wildlife and Habitat encourage and support individuals and organizations engaged in activities to maintain or restore wildlife populations, in particular migratory birds and species at risk, to target levels.
Expected Results: Projects funded under these terms and conditions will contribute, together with other departmental activities and the actions of others, to the following key expected results:
| Expected Results | Performance Indicators |
| a) Individuals and organizations are increasingly engaged in priority activities related to the conservation of wildlife, in particular migratory birds and species at risk. | Total time invested by individuals in funded projects (person-years). |
| b) Increased Aboriginal participation in wildlife and habitat conservation. | Number of Aboriginal organizations participating in funded projects related to migratory birds, species at risk or their habitats. |
| c) New knowledge and data produced by collaborating organizations contribute to the conservation of migratory birds, species at risk and their habitat. | Proportion of species for which primary data to establish population status and trends are provided through funded projects. |
| d) Priority habitats for migratory birds and species at risk are conserved by partners through stewardship and protection. | Land area conserved through funded projects. |
| e) Factors limiting priority species at risk and migratory bird populations are reduced by partners. | Proportion of threats addressed through funded projects. |
| f) Increased collaboration within Canadian and international research and policy communities related to Environment Canada’s biodiversity priorities. | Number of formal collaborations regarding transnational conservation issues undertaken or maintained as a direct result of funded projects. |
| g) Compliance with the requirements of the Agreement on International Humane Trapping Standards. | Canada and Competent Authorities (provinces and territories) remain compliant with the requirements of the Agreement. |
Projects that have different Expected Results but that support the objectives of these terms and conditions may be undertaken. Evaluation and performance measurement of such projects, which tend to be unique and non-recurring, will focus on the specific Expected Results identified in individual funding agreements.
| Forecast Spending 2013-14 |
Planned Spending 2014-15 |
Planned Spending 2015-16 |
Planned Spending 2016-17 |
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| Total Grants | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 |
| Total Contributions | $13.3 | $14.3 | $12.8 | $12.8 |
| Total Other Types of Transfer Payments | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 |
| Total Transfer Payments | $13.3 | $14.3 | $12.8 | $12.8 |
Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation: 2012-13 (Species at Risk Sub-Program and Biodiversity Policy and Priorities Sub-Program)
Decision following the Results of Last Evaluation (Continuation, Amendment, Termination, Pending, or N/A): Continuation
Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation: Evaluation for other specific programs will be completed by 2014-15.
General Targeted Recipient Group: Domestic or international not-for-profit organizations; domestic or international Aboriginal organizations; research, academic and educational institutions; Canadian or foreign individuals; domestic or international for-profit organizations; and other levels of government.
Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients: Environment Canada engages applicants and recipients under this program in two ways: applicants through applications related to specific program elements; and recipients through single or named recipients identified on the basis of their unique ability to address targeted program results. The Department employs one or a combination of the following initiatives to provide access to the program in a clear, understandable and useable manner: publicity in news media, information provided on the departmental website, letter-writing activities, and meetings with targeted recipient communities. Administrative requirements have been tailored to evaluated risk levels, and efficiency is being addressed through simplified agreement templates.
Contributions to Support Climate Change and Clean Air
Start date: June 10, 2010
End date: Ongoing - Evaluation to be completed by March 31, 2015
Fiscal Year for Ts & Cs: 2010-11
Strategic Outcome: Threats to Canadians and their environment from pollution are minimized
Program, Sub-Program and Sub-Sub-Program: 3.2 Climate Change and Clean Air
Description: The purpose and overall objective of contributions made under these terms and conditions are toencourage and support international organizations and foreign states engaged in activities that advance international action, improve Canadian air quality, reduce global greenhouse gas emissions and promote change towards sustainable environmental development and policies.
Expected Results: Projects funded under these terms and conditions will contribute, together with other departmental activities and the actions of others, to the following key expected results:
| Expected Results | Performance Indicators |
| a) New knowledge and data produced by collaborating organizations contribute to improved air quality and/or reduced greenhouse gas emissions |
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| b) Verification of environmental claims of Canadian technologies |
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| c) Mentoring services are available to small and medium-sized enterprises producing environmental technologies |
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| d) Engagement of international organizations that promote the reduction of emissions of air pollutants and/or greenhouse gases |
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| e) Engagement of partners, in particular the Canadian private sector, in projects that advance the role of clean technology in addressing emissions of air pollutants and/or greenhouse gases |
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| f) Canada’s environmental interests and priorities are addressed by international institutions |
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| g) New information and analysis supporting the development of policy on sustainable development and the effective governance of environmental issues in Canada and internationally |
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| h) Increased public access to information and research findings pertaining to sustainable development and environmental governance |
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| Forecast Spending 2013-14 |
Planned Spending 2014-15 |
Planned Spending 2015-16 |
Planned Spending 2016-17 |
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| Total Grants | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 |
| Total Contributions | $9.3 | $8.1 | $8.1 | $5.8 |
| Total Other Types of Transfer Payments | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 |
| Total Transfer Payments | $9.3 | $8.1 | $8.1 | $5.8 |
Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation: 2012-13 (Transportation Sector Emissions Sub-Sub-Program)
Decision following the Results of Last Evaluation (Continuation, Amendment, Termination, Pending, or N/A): Continuation
Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation: Evaluation for other specific programs will be completed by 2014-15.
General Targeted Recipient Group: Domestic or international not-for-profit organizations; domestic or international Aboriginal organizations; research, academic and educational institutions; Canadian or foreign individuals; domestic or international for-profit organizations; and other levels of government.
Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients: Environment Canada engages applicants and recipients under this program in two ways: applicants through applications related to specific program elements, and recipients through single or named recipients identified on the basis of their unique ability to address targeted program results. The Department employs one or a combination of the following initiatives to provide access to the Program in a clear, understandable and accessible manner: publicity in news media; information provided on the departmental website; letter-writing activities; and meetings with targeted recipient communities. Administrative requirements have been tailored to evaluated risk levels, and efficiency is being addressed through simplified agreement templates.
Habitat Stewardship Program (HSP) for Species at Risk
Start date: August 20, 2000
End date: Program is ongoing
Fiscal Year for Ts & Cs: 2009-10
Strategic Outcome: Canada's natural environment is conserved and restored for present and future generations
Program, Sub-Program and Sub-Sub-Program: 1.1 Biodiversity - Wildlife and Habitat, 1.1.2 Species at Risk and 1.1.2.3 Habitat Stewardship Program
Description: The purpose of the HSP is to contribute to the recovery of Endangered, Threatened and other Species of Concern, and to prevent other species from becoming a conservation concern, by engaging Canadians in conservation actions to benefit wildlife. The HSP fosters partnerships among organizations interested in the recovery of species at risk. It provides funding for on-the-ground activities that conserve or restore habitats for species at risk and other practical actions for the recovery of such species. The HSP enables non-governmental organizations, landowners, the private sector, Aboriginal organizations, educational institutions, community groups and other levels of government to plan, manage and complete projects that will achieve the program goal.
Expected Results: Important habitat is secured, protected, improved and/or restored to enhance the recovery of species at risk. Specifically, in 2014-15, it is expected that 10,000 ha of total land area and 100 km of shoreline will be improved or restored to benefit wildlife; 1,667 ha will be legally secured; 6,667 ha will be newly protected through voluntary conservation agreements; and 50,000 ha will be protected through renewed voluntary conservation agreements, in order to enhance the recovery of species at risk.
| Forecast Spending 2013-14 |
Planned Spending 2014-15 |
Planned Spending 2015-16 |
Planned Spending 2016-17 |
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| Total Grants | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 |
| Total Contributions | $11.8 | $11.8 | $7.8 | $7.8 |
| Total Other Types of Transfer Payments | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 |
| Total Transfer Payments | $11.8 | $11.8 | $7.8 | $7.8 |
Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation: 2009-10
Decision following the Results of Last Evaluation (Continuation, Amendment, Termination, Pending, or N/A): Continuation
Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation: 2016-17 (when the Species at Risk Act comes up for evaluation again)
General Targeted Recipient Groups
- Aboriginal organizations / First Nations councils
- Educational or research institutions (universities, museums, zoos/aquariums)
- Government agencies or Crown corporations (provincial/territorial/municipal)
- Environmental non-governmental organizations (ENGOs)
- Private-sector organizations (corporations/associations/utilities)
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) or non-profit organizations
Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients:
- Annually, the Department, in collaboration with Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Parks Canada, issues a call for proposals.
Grant to Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) for the NextGen Biofuels Fund (NGBF) and the Sustainable Development Technology Fund (SD Tech Fund).
Start date: September 30, 2007 for the Next Generation Biofuels Fund (NGBF), and March 26, 2001 for the SD Tech Fund
End date: September 30, 2027 (the last appropriation by Parliament will be in fiscal year 2014-15, with the last disbursement by SDTC by March 31, 2017) for the NGBF and June 30, 2017 for the SD Tech Fund
Fiscal Year for Ts & Cs: 2007-08 for NGBF and 2012-13 (Funding Agreement 4) for SD Tech Fund. Payments are both statutory and voted.
Strategic Outcome: Threats to Canadians and their environment from pollution are minimized.
Program, Sub-Program and Sub-Sub-Program: 3.2 Climate Change and Clean Air, 3.2.3 Environmental Technology and 3.2.3.1 Sustainable Development Technologies
Description: SDTC is a not-for-profit foundation created by the Government of Canada, with a series of federal grants that now totals to $1.09 billion. As sponsoring departments for the federal government, Environment Canada and Natural Resources Canada provide federal oversight of SDTC to ensure that it complies with the two funding agreements and the founding legislation.
SDTC manages two separate funds:
- The SD Tech Fund ($590 million consisting of $550 million in up-front funding and an additional $40 million announced in Budget 2011) to provide financial support to projects that have the potential to advance sustainable development, including technologies to address climate change, clean air, and water and soil quality issues
- The NGBF ($500 million) to provide financial support towards the establishment of facilities producing next-generation renewable fuels at large demonstration scale
SDTC-funded projects are active in all major Canadian economic sectors, including energy exploration and production, power generation, energy utilization, transportation, agriculture, forestry and wood products, and waste management.
Expected Results: SDTC has released its corporate plan which provided the Expected Results and actions and a forecast for 2014 for both the SD Tech Fund and the NGBF. It includes a disbursement plan, planned administration expenditures, objectives and proposed actions, an investment update, an operating strategy, and performance expectations. For the SD Tech Fund, the corporate plan outlines 9 areas of activities that support one or more of the primary goals of the foundation. These activities include project funding, creation of market consortia, enabling market entry for technologies and others. NGBF will focus on progressing approved projects to final investment decisions. Projects currently under due diligence will be advanced through the Project Assurance Process in order to proceed towards applications for funding.
| Forecast Spending 2013-14 |
Planned Spending 2014-15 |
Planned Spending 2015-16 |
Planned Spending 2016-17 |
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| Total Statutory Funds | $0 | $79.3 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Grants (SD Tech fund)Footnote 1 | $0 | $12.5 | $3.0 | $3.0 |
| Total Grants (NGBF)Footnote 2 | $50.0 | $25.0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Transfer payments | $50.0 | $116.8 | $3.0 | $3.0 |
Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation: The first of three interim evaluations that SDTC is required to conduct according to the NGBF funding agreement was officially completed and was submitted to Environment Canada and Natural Resources Canada on November 30, 2012. The interim evaluation concluded that SDTC has established a rigorous due-diligence process and is actively engaging with existing and potential industry clients. For SD Tech Fund, SDTC completed its second interim evaluation in FY 2009-10, as required by the funding agreement (report issued June 30, 2009). In addition, in accordance with a requirement in the funding agreement, the government initiated a value-for-money (performance) audit in FY 2009-10 and the final report was issued July 29, 2011.
Decision following the Results of Last Evaluation (Continuation, Amendment, Termination, Pending, or N/A): N/A
Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation: 2016-17
General Targeted Recipient Group: For NGBF, for-profit corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships, or business trusts, with legal capacity in Canada and with access to expertise in Next-generation Renewable Fuels Production Pathways. For SDTC, for-profit corporations, not-for-profit corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships, business trusts, universities, colleges, research institutes or individual, with legal capacity in Canada and with expertise in sustainable development technology.
Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients: This is responsibility of the Sustainable Development Technology Canada Foundation.
Contributions to Support Sustainable Ecosystems
Start date: June 10, 2010
End date: Ongoing - Evaluation to be completed by March 31, 2015
Fiscal Year for Ts & Cs: 2010-11
Strategic Outcome: Canada's natural environment is conserved and restored for present and future generations
Program, Sub-Program and Sub-Sub-Program: 1.3 Sustainable Ecosystems and 1.3.4 Ecosystems Initiatives
Description: Contributions under the Sustainable Ecosystems Program encourage and support individuals and organizations engaged in activities to manage ecosystem resources in a manner consistent with ecosystem sustainability.
Expected Results: The purpose and overall objective of contributions made under these terms and conditions is to enhance or maintain the sustainability of ecosystems in Canada, through collaboration with other levels of government (provinces and territories as well as regional, municipal and local governments), Aboriginal peoples and other stakeholders (such as non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, industry and businesses).
Projects funded under these terms and conditions will contribute, together with other departmental activities and the actions of others, to the following key expected results:
| Expected Results | Performance Indicators |
| Engagement of governments, citizens and stakeholders in the development and implementation of ecosystem-based management plans as well as in ecosystem governance processes |
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| Implementation of environmental remediation, protection and conservation projects required to meet the goals and objectives identified in ecosystem-based management plans or to achieve ecosystem objectives |
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| Participation of individuals and organizations in activities contributing to the achievement of goals and objectives identified in ecosystem-based management plans or to achieve ecosystem objectives |
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| Expected Results | Performance Indicators |
| New knowledge and data produced by collaborating organizations contribute to the management and sustainability of Canadian ecosystems |
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| Forecast Spending 2013-14 |
Planned Spending 2014-15 |
Planned Spending 2015-16 |
Planned Spending 2016-17 |
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| Total Grants | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 |
| Total Contributions | $13.8 | $15.6 | $15.3 | $14.6 |
| Total Other Types of Transfer Payments | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 |
| Total Transfer Payments | $13.8 | $15.6 | $15.3 | $14.6 |
Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation: 2010-11
Decision following the Results of Last Evaluation (Continuation, Amendment, Termination, Pending, or N/A): Continuation
Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation: 2014-15
General Targeted Recipient Group: Domestic or international not-for-profit organizations; domestic or international Aboriginal organizations; research and academic and educational institutions; Canadian or foreign individuals; domestic or international for-profit organizations; and other levels of government.
Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients: Environment Canada engages applicants and recipients under this program in two ways: applicants through applications related to specific program elements, and recipients through single or named recipients identified on the basis of their unique ability to address targeted program results. The Department employs one or a combination of the following initiatives to provide access to the program in a clear, understandable and accessible manner: publicity in news media; information provided on the departmental website; letter-writing activities; and meetings with targeted recipient communities. Administrative requirements have been tailored to evaluated risk levels, and efficiency is being addressed through simplified agreement templates.
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