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Archived: Report on Plans and Priorities 2016-17, supplementary tables, Environment and Climate Change Canada, chapter 2

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Details on Transfer Payment Programs

Contributions in support of Biodiversity - Wildlife and Habitat

Voted

Start date: June 10, 2010

End date: ongoing

Type of transfer payment: Contribution

Type of appropriation: The program is appropriated annually through Estimates.

Fiscal year for terms and conditions: 2010-11, Evaluation to be completed by March 31, 2016

Strategic Outcome: Canada’s natural environment is conserved and restored for present and future generations

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture:

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 Performance Indicators
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)
Increased Indigenous participation in wildlife and habitat conservation.
  • Number of Indigenous organizations participating in funded projects related to migratory birds, species at risk or their habitats
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
Priority habitats for migratory birds and species at risk are conserved by partners through stewardship and protection.
  • Land area conserved through funded projects
Factors limiting priority species at risk and migratory bird populations are reduced by partners.
  • Proportion of threats addressed through funded projects
Increased collaboration within Canadian and international research and policy communities related to Environment and Climate Change Canada’s biodiversity priorities.
  • Number of formal collaborations regarding transnational conservation issues undertaken or maintained as a direct result of funded projects
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

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation: 2014-15 (Sub-Program 1.1.5 Protected Areas)

Decision following the results of last evaluation: Continuation

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation: Evaluation for other specific programs will be completed in 2015-16.

General targeted recipient groups: Domestic or international not-for-profit organizations; domestic or international Indigenous 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 and Climate Change 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.

 

Planning Information (dollars)
  Forecast
Spending
2015-16 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2016-17 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2017-18 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2018-19 ($)
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions 29,812,140 30,119,314 29,553,029 29,323,952
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total transfer payments 29,812,140 30,119,314 29,553,029 29,323,952

Contributions to Support Climate Change and Clean Air

Voted

Start date: June 10, 2010

End date: ongoing

Type of transfer payment: Contribution

Type of appropriation: The program is appropriated annually through Estimates.

Fiscal year for terms and conditions: 2010-11

Strategic Outcome: Threats to Canadians and their environment from pollution are minimized

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture

Description: The purpose and overall objective of contributions made under these terms and conditions are to encourage 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 Performance Indicators
New knowledge and data produced by collaborating organizations contribute to improved air quality and/or reduced greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Development of a national baseline of ambient and emission levels of targeted pollutants with sufficient scope and accuracy to enable the assessment of the effectiveness of the industrial strategy on air pollutant emissions
  • Use of information developed through contribution agreements in determining air pollutant reduction targets
  • Use of information developed through contribution agreements to enhance the understanding of the significance of a changing climate on air quality
  • Percentage of research priorities (by program) implemented in whole or in part by funded projects
  • Percentage of funded projects (by program) whose findings have been applied to Environment and Climate Change Canada research, operational models, policies, regulations or activities
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard on  Environmental Technology Verification (ETV).
  • Outreach activities to increase awareness of the ETV standard
Engagement of international organizations that promote the reduction of emissions of air pollutants and/or greenhouse gases.
  • Number of international recipients through partnerships or institutions in which ECCC engages and  address  the reduction of emissions of air pollutants and/or greenhouse gases and advance climate science
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.
  • Number and total value of projects in which Canada or Canadian private-sector firms participate
  • Percentage of total project value provided by Canadian private-sector firms
  • Number of individual Canadian firms participating
Canada’s environmental interests and priorities are addressed by international institutions.
  • Percentage of Canadian interventions and/or negotiating positions that are adopted by the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) of the United National Environment Programme (UNEP) and/or incorporated into the UNEP biennial program of work and budget
New information and analysis supporting the development of policy on sustainable development and the effective governance of environmental issues in Canada and internationally.
  • Number of research publications on sustainable development policy or environmental governance (peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed) produced by non-governmental organizations in Canada
Increased public access to information and research findings pertaining to sustainable development and environmental governance.
  • Number of reports and other policy documents available to the public without charge through funded non-governmental organization websites

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation: The Clean Air Agenda’s International Actions Theme evaluation is expected to be completed by the end of the fiscal year.

Decision following the results of last evaluation: Not applicable

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation: 2015-16

General targeted recipient groups: Domestic or international not-for-profit organizations; domestic or international Indigenous 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 and Climate Change 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.

Planning Information (dollars)
  Forecast
Spending
2015-16 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2016-17 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2017-18 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2018-19 ($)
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions 8,141,572 5,497,653 3,821,173 3,982,416
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total transfer payments 8,141,572 5,497,653 3,821,173 3,982,416

Habitat Stewardship Program (HSP) for Species at Risk

Voted

Start date: August 20, 2000

End date: Ongoing

Type of transfer payment: Contribution

Type of appropriation: The program is appropriated annually through Estimates.

Fiscal year for terms and conditions: 2009-10

Strategic Outcome: Canada's natural environment is conserved and restored for present and future generations

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture:

Description: The overall goals of the HSP are to contribute to the recovery of endangered, threatened and other species at risk, 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 and prevention of species at risk. It provides funding for on-the-ground activities that conserve or restore habitats for species at risk and other  species that are not at risk, and other practical actions for the recovery of such species. The HSP enables non-governmental organizations, landowners, the private sector, Indigenous organizations, educational institutions, community groups and other levels of government to plan, manage and complete projects that will achieve the program goals.

Expected results: Important habitat is secured and protected to enhance the recovery of species at risk. Specifically, in 2016-17, it is expected that 7,000 ha of land will be secured  for the benefit of species at risk.  It is also expected that 10,000 ha of land will be protected through new non-legally binding agreements and that 100,000 ha of land will also be protected through the renewal of non-legally binding agreements.

"Secured" refers to legally-binding measures, including purchase, easement, covenant or lease.

"Protected" refers to non-legally binding measured involving new or renewed voluntary written conservation agreements made with landowners.

Associated Data Sources and Methods document available at http://www.ec.gc.ca/indicateurs-indicators

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation: 2009-10

Decision following the results of last evaluation: 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: Indigenous 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) and 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.

Planning Information (dollars)
  Forecast
Spending
2015-16 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2016-17 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2017-18 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2018-19 ($)
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions 14,564,052 14,584,584 14,584,584 10,584,584
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total transfer payments 14,564,052 14,584,584 14,584,584 10,584,584

Grants in support of The Natural Areas Conservation Program

Voted

Start date: September 11, 2014

End date: March 31, 2019

Type of transfer payment: Grant

Type of appropriation: The program is appropriated annually through Estimates.

Fiscal year for terms and conditions: 2014-15

Strategic Outcome: Canada's natural environment is conserved and restored for present and future generations.

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture:

Description: Funding ($100 million total investment starting in 2014-15, for 5 years) enables the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) to implement the Natural Areas Conservation Program. The NCC works to ensure the long-term protection of biodiversity by working with private landowners to secure and steward ecologically significant lands that have been identified as priorities for conservation. The NCC acquires and preserves private land primarily through land purchase, land donations, conservation agreements, relinquishment of rights and stewardship actions.

Expected results: The aim under the Program is to secure 130,000 ha of ecologically sensitive lands; implement stewardship actions on an estimated 120,000 ha of lands secured under the Program; and, monitor Conservation Agreements on an estimated 100,000 ha of lands secured under the Program. The Program will also provide support to advance compliance by land conservation organizations with recognized standards and practices for land management.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation: Not applicable

Decision following the results of last evaluation: Not applicable

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation: An evaluation of this program is planned for 2020-21 as part of the larger Habitat Conservation Partnerships sub-sub program (PAA 1.1.4) evaluation.

General targeted recipient groups: Non-profit organizations (e.g. charities, foundations, non-governmental organizations, universities and research institutions, health-related entities). Specifically, eligible recipients may include the NCC, Ducks Unlimited Canada and other qualified land conservation organizations.

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients: The Department will approve annual work plans and annual reports for the Program. In collaboration with the NCC, the Department will participate in public announcements for the Program, on an ongoing basis.

Planning Information (dollars)
  Forecast
Spending
2015-16 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2016-17 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2017-18 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2018-19 ($)
Total grants 22,500,000 22,500,000 22,500,000 22,500,000
Total contributions 0 0 0 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total transfer payments 22,500,000 22,500,000 22,500,000 22,500,000

Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC), Contributions for the Sustainable Development Technology Fund (SD Tech FundTM) and Grant for the Next Generation Biofuels Fund (NextGen Biofuels FundTM)

SD Tech FundTM: Voted
NextGen Biofuels FundTM: Statutory

Start date

SD Tech FundTM: March 26, 2001
NextGen Biofuels FundTM: April 1, 2007

End date

SD Tech FundTM: March 31, 2022
NextGen Biofuels FundTM: September 30, 2027

Type of transfer payment

SD Tech FundTM: contribution
NextGen Biofuels FundTM: grant

Type of appropriation

The SD Tech FundTM program is appropriated annually through Estimates. The NextGen Biofuels FundTM proram is appropriated through a statutory Grant (Sustainable Development Technology Canada (NextGen Biofuels Fund)

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

SD Tech FundTM: 2014-15

NextGen Biofuels FundTM: Not applicable

Strategic Outcome

Threats to Canadians and their environment from pollution are minimized.

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture

Description

SDTC is an arm’s length, not-for-profit foundation created by the Government of Canada to support the development and demonstration of new, clean technologies. As sponsoring departments for the federal government, Environment and Climate Change Canada and Natural Resources Canada provide federal oversight of SDTC to ensure that it complies with the funding agreement in place between the Government of Canada and SDTC, as well as the Sustainable Development Technology Act that established the foundation.

SDTC manages the SD Tech FundTM which provides 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. 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.

To date, the SD Tech FundTM has received $550 million in Government of Canada funding (up-front multi-year grants), with an additional $40 million announced in Budget 2011 and $325 million announced in Budget 2013. Beginning 2015-16, all transfers to SDTC will be contributions. These transfers are non-repayable.

The NextGen Biofuels FundTM provides financial support towards the establishment of facilities producing next generation renewable fuels at large demonstration scale.

Expected results

SDTC has not yet released its 2016 corporate plan, which will provide the Expected Results and actions and a forecast for calendar year 2016. It will include a disbursement plan, planned administration expenditures, objectives and proposed actions, an investment update, an operating strategy, performance expectations, and a description of the 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.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

SDTC completed its second interim evaluation of the SD Tech FundTM in FY 2009-10 (report issued June 30, 2009). In addition, the government initiated a value-for-money (performance) audit in FY 2009-10 and the final report was issued July 29, 2011.

The last evaluation of the NextGen Biofuels FundTM was completed by Robinson Research and submitted to Environment and Climate Change Canada and Natural Resources Canada in 2012.

Decision following the results of last evaluation

SD Tech FundTM: not applicable

NextGen Biofuels FundTM: The evaluation completed in 2012 concluded that SDTC had established a rigorous due-diligence process and was effectively engaging with existing and potential industry clients. No changes were recommended.

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation

SD Tech FundTM: 2016-17

NextGen Biofuels FundTM: The next evaluation is to be completed by an independent third party by November 30, 2017.

General targeted recipient groups

Under Funding Agreement, SDTC provides funding to entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada, such as for-profit corporations, not-for-profit corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships, business trusts, universities, colleges, research institutes or individuals, with legal capacity in Canada and with expertise in sustainable development technology.

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

This is solely the responsibility of SDTC.

Planning Information (dollars)
  Forecast
Spending
2015-16 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2016-17 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2017-18 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2018-19 ($)
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions 6,000,000 46,172,380 38,955,151 35,000,000
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total transfer payments 6,000,000 46,172,380 38,955,151 35,000,000

Contributions to Support Sustainable Ecosystems

Voted

Start date: June 10, 2010

End date: Ongoing

Type of transfer payment: Contribution

Type of appropriation: The program is appropriated annually through Estimates.

Fiscal year for terms and conditions: 2010-11

Strategic Outcome: Canada's natural environment is conserved and restored for present and future generations

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture

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 are 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), Indigenous peoples and other stakeholders (such as non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, industry and businesses). Contributions support projects that address one or more elements of an ecosystem approach: a) integrated planning and decision making; b) action to improve the environment; and c) knowledge generation and assessment for decision making.

Expected Results Performance Indicators
Engagement of governments, citizens and stakeholders in the development and implementation of ecosystem-based management plans and initiatives as well as in ecosystem governance processes.
  • Percentage of planning units that have a functioning multi-stakeholder governance structure
  • Percentage of planning units with a functioning multi-stakeholder governance structure where the governance structure includes all interests relevant to the identified environmental issues
  • Percentage of planning units that have an ecosystem-based management plan that has been approved by the relevant multi-stakeholder governance structure
  • Percentage of total costs of ecosystem-based initiatives that is contributed by Environment and Climate Change Canada
Implementation of environmental restoration, protection and conservation projects required to meet the goals and objectives identified in ecosystem-based management plans or to achieve ecosystem-based objectives.
  • Percentage of environmental issues identified in approved ecosystem-based management plans or by ecosystem governance processes that are addressed by funded projects
  • Percentage of total estimated costs of all management actions identified in approved ecosystem-based management plans represented by funded projects
  • Percentage of actions identified in approved ecosystem-based management plans or ecosystem governance processes that have been completed
  • Percentage of the total value of funded projects contributed by Environment and Climate Change Canada
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-based objectives.
  • Number of individual participants in projects or activities undertaken in support of approved ecosystem-based management plans or under the auspices of an ecosystem-based multi-stakeholder governance structure
  • Number of organizational participants in projects or activities undertaken in support of approved ecosystem-based management plans or under the auspices of an ecosystem-based multi-stakeholder governance structure
New knowledge and data produced by collaborating organizations contribute to the management and sustainability of Canadian ecosystems.
  • Percentage of research priorities (by program) implemented in whole or in part by funded projects

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation: Not applicable

Decision following the results of last evaluation: Not applicable

Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation: 2016-17

General targeted recipient groups: Domestic or international not-for-profit organizations; domestic or international Indigenous 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 and Climate Change 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.

Planning Information (dollars)
  Forecast
Spending
2015-16 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2016-17 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2017-18 ($)		 Planned
Spending
2018-19 ($)
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions 17,278,984 14,927,349 8,130,572 8,130,572
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total transfer payments 17,278,984 14,927,349 8,130,572 8,130,572

Disclosure of Transfer Payment Programs under $5 million

Name of transfer payment program End date Type of transfer payment Type of appropriation Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture Main Objective Planned Spending for 2016-17 Fiscal year of last completed evaluation General targeted recipient group
Assessed contribution for Canada’s share of the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) budget Not applicable (N/A) C The program is appropriated annually through Estimates. 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. $2,767,818 2012-2013 (Evaluation of Canada’s Participation in the CEC) Commission for Environmental Cooperation
Grants and contributions under the Montreal Protocol N/A G The program is appropriated annually through Estimates. 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). $2,800,000 2012-2013 (Evaluation of ECCC’s Activities in Support of the Montreal Protocol and Multilateral Fund) Developing country governments, universities, training institutes that have signed the Montreal Protocol, and third-party delivery agents
EcoAction 2000 - Community Funding Service N/A C The program is appropriated annually through Estimates. 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. $4,525,000 2013-2014 (Evaluation of the EcoAction Community Funding Program) Non-profit and non-governmental groups, service clubs, associations, Indigenous organizations
Contributions to support Substances and Waste Management N/A C The program is appropriated annually through Estimates.

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. $1,200,965 N/A Canadian or international not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous organizations, other levels of government
Contributions to Support Water Resources N/A C The program is appropriated annually through Estimates. 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. $469,158 N/A Canadian or international not-for-profit, Indigenous organizations, individuals, for-profit organizations and other levels of government
Grant to support Weather and Environmental Services N/A G The program is appropriated annually through Estimates. 2.1.1 - Weather and Environmental 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 ECCC’s mandate, such as atmospheric study and climate change. $44,000 N/A 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 N/A C The program is appropriated annually through Estimates.

2.1.1 - Weather and Environmental 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.

 $2,941,150 N/A Canadian or international not-for-profit, Indigenous organizations, individuals, for-profit organizations and other levels of government
Contributions for the Science Horizons Youth Internship and the International Environmental Youth CorpTable note a Programs N/A C The program is appropriated annually through Estimates. 1.3.3.3 - Environmental Youth Employment To develop opportunities for young scientists and science graduates through mentorship and coaching and provide them with hands-on experience matching them with scientists and program managers. $3,069,000 2009-2010 (Summative Evaluation of the Youth Employment Strategy) Businesses, not-for-profit organizations and municipal governments
Assessed contribution to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development N/A C The program is appropriated annually through Estimates. 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. $121,214 2011-2012 (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 (WMO) N/A C The program is appropriated annually through Estimates. 2.1.1 - Weather and Environmental 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.  $2,167,785 2009-2010 (Evaluation of ECCC’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) N/A C The program is appropriated annually through Estimates. 1.1.2 - Species at Risk 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. $190,000 2009-2010 (Evaluation of ECCC’s Class Grants and Contributions) CITES Secretariat
Assessed contribution to the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance N/A C The program is appropriated annually through Estimates. 1.1.4 - 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.

 $206,140 2009-2010 (Evaluation of ECCC’s Class Grants and Contributions) RAMSAR Convention Secretariat
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