Main Estimates - 2017–18 Estimates

Administrative Tribunals Support Service of Canada

Raison d’être

The Administrative Tribunals Support Service of Canada (ATSSC) is responsible for providing the support services and the facilities that are needed by each of the administrative tribunals it serves to enable them to exercise their powers and perform their duties and functions in accordance with their legislation and rules. Additional information can be found in the ATSSC’s Departmental Plan.

The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 1. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Administrative Tribunals Support Service of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 48.21 52.35 52.63
Total Statutory 8.64 9.41 8.39
Table 1. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Administrative Tribunals Support Service of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 48,209,042 48,879,363 52,354,017 52,628,925
Total Voted 48,209,042 48,879,363 52,354,017 52,628,925
Total Statutory 8,642,950 9,145,173 9,413,110 8,391,224
Total Budgetary 56,851,992 58,024,536 61,767,127 61,020,149

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The ATSSC is estimating budgetary expenditures of $61 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $52.6 million requires Parliamentary approval. The remaining $8.4 million represents the statutory funding forecast that does not require additional approval.

ATSSC’s 2017–18 Voted Main Estimates have increased by $3.7 million from2016–17. This increase is mainly due to the reprofiling of funding from 2015–16 over and above the operating budget carry-forward and will serve towards office space consolidation and modernization.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 2. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Administrative Tribunals Support Service of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Efficient and effective services which support tribunal chairs and members in exercising their statutory responsibilities and ensure that their independence is protected in a manner which promotes Canadians’ confidence in the federal tribunal system.
Tribunal Specialized and Expert Support Services 20,397,746 21,445,348 22,305,059
Payments to tribunal chairs and members 11,106,695 12,830,814 11,783,427
Registry Services 7,477,407 7,799,725 8,263,121
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 17,870,144 15,948,649 18,668,542
Total 56,851,992 58,024,536 61,020,149

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency

Raison d’être

Established in 1987 (Part I of the Government Organization Act, Atlantic Canada 1987, R.S.C., 1985, c.41 [4th Supp.], also known as the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Act), the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) is the federal department responsible for the Government of Canada’s economic development efforts in the provinces of New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland and Labrador.

ACOA works to create opportunities for economic growth in Atlantic Canada by helping businesses become more competitive, innovative and productive, by working with diverse communities to develop and diversify local economies, and by championing the strengths of the region. Together, with Atlantic Canadians, it is building a stronger economy.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 2. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 293.77 326.70 303.57
Total Statutory 7.84 8.81 7.97
Table 3. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 63,025,130 64,222,120 64,222,120 63,351,960
5 Grants and contributions 230,745,966 235,160,493 262,479,240 240,222,493
Total Voted 293,771,096 299,382,613 326,701,360 303,574,453
Total Statutory 7,837,872 8,814,591 8,814,591 7,970,491
Total Budgetary 301,608,968 308,197,204 335,515,951 311,544,944

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

ACOA is estimating budgetary expenditures of $311.5 million for 2017–18. Of this amount, $303.5 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $8.0 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes only.

ACOA’s approved authorities for 2017–18 of $311.5 million represent an increase of $3.3 million when compared to the 2016–17 Main Estimates of $308.2 million.

This increase in spending of $3.3 million is due to an increase in transfer payments of $5.0 million, a decrease in operating costs of $0.9 million and a decrease in statutory costs of $0.8 million. Factors contributing to the net increase include:

Impact of temporary initiatives:

  • A $8.3 million increase in funding to support the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program;
  • A $2.4 million increase in funding to support the spruce budworm outbreak intervention initiative – ACOA component;
  • A $0.7 million decrease related to a reduction in the amount transferred from the department of National Defence in support of a project; and
  • A $0.5 million decrease for the conclusion of operational funding for the administration of the Building Canada Fund.

Impact of other adjustments:

  • A $5.0 million decrease related to changes in collections from repayable contributions;
  • A $0.8 million decrease in statutory costs; and
  • A $0.4 million decrease for Budget 2016 reduction on professional services, travel and advertising.

In 2017-18, the Agency will invest in the innovation and growth of small and medium-sized enterprises in Atlantic Canada, accelerate clean growth, and maximize international business opportunities. ACOA will continue to develop and diversify communities, and strengthen community planning and capacity-building to stimulate transformative change. The Agency will provide evidence-based policy-making, implement the Atlantic Growth Strategy in collaboration with the four Atlantic provincial governments and other federal departments and stakeholders and support long-term growth in Atlantic Canada by facilitating a whole-of-government approach.

For further details on ACOA’s planned spending, refer to the 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 4. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A competitive Atlantic Canadian economy.
Enterprise Development 171,964,203 172,961,681 170,058,923
Community Development 91,402,846 97,704,593 104,552,144
Policy, Advocacy and Coordination 11,828,235 11,740,443 10,966,274
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 26,413,684 25,790,487 25,967,603
Total 301,608,968 308,197,204 311,544,944

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 5. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants to organizations to promote economic cooperation and development 350,761 2,000,000 2,000,000
Contributions
Contributions under the Business Development Program 133,140,184 131,176,388 126,175,938
Contributions for the Atlantic Innovation Fund 37,241,006 42,500,000 44,900,000
Contributions for the Innovative Communities Fund 40,951,128 36,756,518 37,177,762
Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program 3,481,221 8,300,000 16,600,000
Contributions under the Community Futures Program 12,604,443 12,642,000 12,642,000
Contributions under the Atlantic Policy Research Initiatives 420,170 600,000 600,000
Contributions to promote and coordinate economic development throughout Cape Breton Island 2,557,053 1,185,587 126,793

Atomic Energy of Canada Limited

Raison d’être

The mandate of Atomic Energy Canada Limited (AECL) is to deliver on Canada’s radioactive waste and decommissioning responsibilities, provide nuclear expertise to support federal responsibilities for the benefit of Canadians, and offer services to users of the nuclear laboratories on commercial terms.

The Minister of Natural Resources is responsible for AECL.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 3. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 491.06 968.62 971.06
Table 6. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Atomic Energy of Canada Limited
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the corporation for operating and capital expenditures 491,064,000 968,615,589 968,615,589 971,055,162
Total Voted 491,064,000 968,615,589 968,615,589 971,055,162
Total Budgetary 491,064,000 968,615,589 968,615,589 971,055,162

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

AECL delivers its mandate through a Government-owned, Contractor-operated model. Under this model, AECL’s sites, facilities and assets are managed and operated by Canadian Nuclear Laboratories.

Starting in 2016–17, AECL received all funding necessary to deliver on its mandate through the Main Estimates. This differs from previous years, when AECL received funding from a variety of sources, including Main and Supplementary Estimates, transfers from Natural Resources Canada and, occasionally Treasury Board Central Votes. This explains, in part, the variance between the amounts noted under 2015–16 Expenditures and 2017–18 Main Estimates presented in this document.

Funding for 2017–18 has been grouped into a single program area: Facilities and Nuclear Operations, which includes all funding to enable AECL to deliver on its mandate. As noted in its Corporate Plan Summary, AECL focusses its activities in two main areas:

Decommissioning and Waste Management $520.1 million

The objective is to safely and efficiently reduce the Government of Canada’s radioactive waste liabilities, including associated risks to health, safety, security and the environment. The focus is on enabling Canadian Nuclear Laboratories to significantly advance infrastructure decommissioning, site remediation and waste management for Canada. Funding for these activities was previously provided through Natural Resources Canada’s Nuclear Legacy Liabilities Program, the Port Hope Area Initiative and the Low-level Radioactive Waste Management Office, and as such, would not have been reflected in Parliamentary Appropriations to AECL prior to 2016–17.

Starting in 2016–17, all funding for these activities is being provided directly to AECL through the Main Estimates, with increased funding to accelerate work that will reduce risks and discharge Canada’s radioactive waste liabilities faster.

Nuclear Laboratories $450.9 million

The objective is to enable the effective implementation of the Government-owned, Contractor operated model and thereby enable Canadian Nuclear Laboratories to manage and operate AECL’s sites efficiently and effectively to provide expertise, products and services, and science and technology capabilities in support of: (i) Canada’s federal roles, responsibilities and priorities; (ii) commercial services for third parties; and, (iii) capital projects and other corporate activities at the nuclear laboratories. Work in this activity includes renewal and modernization of the Chalk River site to enhance Canadian Nuclear Laboratories’ ability to provide safe and world-class science and technology and other services for Canada.

More information on AECL’s activities can be found in its Corporate Plan Summary.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 7. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Atomic Energy of Canada Limited
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Be the top worldwide nuclear products and services company. Protect the health and safety of the public, our employees and the environment. Minimize nuclear legacy obligations for future generations.
Facilities and Nuclear Operations 0 968,615,589 971,055,162
Commercial Business 0 0 0
Research and Development 0 0 0
Waste Management and Decommissioning 0 0 0
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 491,064,000 0 0
Total 491,064,000 968,615,589 971,055,162

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canada Border Services Agency

Raison d’être

The Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness is responsible for the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

The CBSA provides integrated border services that support national security priorities and facilitate the flow of people and goods across the border. Responsibilities include:

  • Administering legislation that governs the admissibility of people and goods into and out of Canada;
  • Identifying, detaining, and removing people who are inadmissible to Canada;
  • Interdicting illegal goods at Canada’s border;
  • Protecting food safety, plant and animal health, and Canada’s resource base;
  • Administering trade legislation and agreements, including the enforcement of trade remedies that protect Canadian industry;
  • Administering a fair and impartial redress mechanism; and
  • Collecting duties and taxes on imported goods.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 4. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canada Border Services Agency (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 1,608.85 1,668.25 1,591.02
Total Statutory 187.44 204.82 170.67
Table 8. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canada Border Services Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 1,449,717,812 1,357,329,190 1,499,254,649 1,388,555,431
5 Capital expenditures 159,136,387 130,999,015 168,998,665 202,466,241
Total Voted 1,608,854,199 1,488,328,205 1,668,253,314 1,591,021,672
Total Statutory 187,439,032 184,711,348 204,818,493 170,674,564
Total Budgetary 1,796,293,231 1,673,039,553 1,873,071,807 1,761,696,236

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canada Border Services Agency is estimating budgetary expenditures of $1,761.7 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $1,591.0 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $170.7 million represents statutory forecasts related to Employee Benefit Plans (EBP) that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The CBSA’s increase in net spending of $88.7 million or 5.3% is due to an increase in Operating expenditures of $31.2 million, an increase in Capital expenditures of $71.5 million and a decrease of $14 million in Statutory expenditures (EBP).

Major items contributing to the year-over-year net change of $88.7 million in funding levels include:

Increases totaling $115.8 million in the 2017–18 Main Estimates are mainly due to:

  • $44.1 million in funding to maintain and upgrade federal infrastructure assets (Budget 2016- horizontal item);
  • $36.7 million in funding for Strengthening the National Immigration Detention Framework;
  • $29.1 million in funding for Delivering on Canada’s Commitment to Remove the Visa Requirement for Citizens of Mexico;
  • $3.2 million in funding to provide integrated border services at the new Canadian Port of Entry at the Gordie Howe International Bridge;
  • $1.8 million in funding for Integrity of Canada’s Border Operations; and
  • $0.9 million due to a net increase of funding for various projects.

The increases in the 2017–18 Main Estimates are offset by the following decreases totaling $27.1 million and are mainly due to:

  • $14.0 million in annual adjustment in the employee benefit plan rate set by Treasury Board Secretariat;
  • $9.2 million reduction of funding received to complete phase 2 of the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) project; and
  • $3.9 million for the Budget 2016 reduction in Professional Services, Advertising and Travel.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 9. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canada Border Services Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
International trade and travel is facilitated across Canada’s border and Canada’s population is protected from border-related risks.
Admissibility Determination 899,788,811 901,059,087 923,906,326
Immigration Enforcement 161,969,717 128,654,073 192,766,475
Risk Assessment Program 196,232,431 162,510,532 173,555,664
Revenue and Trade Management 84,407,179 80,336,485 50,111,199
Secure and Trusted Partnerships 32,177,618 35,243,046 37,910,170
Criminal Investigations 31,193,842 33,348,629 29,604,517
Recourse 11,322,864 11,485,183 10,432,587
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 379,200,769 320,402,518 343,409,298
Total 1,796,293,231 1,673,039,553 1,761,696,236

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canada Council for the Arts

Raison d’être

The Canada Council for the Arts (CCA) is a Crown corporation created in 1957 “to foster and promote the study and enjoyment of, and the production of works in, the arts.” Its grants to artists and arts organizations contribute to a vibrant arts scene in Canada. Its awards celebrate creativity by recognizing exceptional Canadians in the arts, humanities and sciences. The Canada Council Art Bank is a national collection of over 17,000 Canadian contemporary artworks, accessible to the public through rental, loan and outreach programs.

The Canadian Commission for UNESCO operates under the general authority of the Canada Council.

The CCA reports to Parliament through the Minister of Canadian Heritage.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 5. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canada Council for the Arts (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 182.22 222.57 257.35
Table 10. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canada Council for the Arts
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Council 182,224,388 182,347,387 222,574,389 257,347,387
Total Voted 182,224,388 182,347,387 222,574,389 257,347,387
Total Budgetary 182,224,388 182,347,387 222,574,389 257,347,387

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

2017–18 is the second year of the Canada Council’s Strategic Plan 2016–2021, Shaping a New Future, and the second year of the new federal investment announced in Budget 2016. The new funds are being invested according to the four priorities identified in the strategic plan: a digital strategy for the arts; a new relationship with Indigenous artists; the international profile of Canadian arts; and investing in artists and the economy.

Main areas of activity include:

  • Launch of the New Funding Model in April 2017, which is a simplified, outcomes-based granting structure designed to achieve concrete results for the arts community and Canadians;
  • Launch of the Fund for the Arts in a Digital World and the Canada Council’s first digital strategy;
  • Public engagement activities marking Canada’s 150th anniversary and the Canada Council’s 60th anniversary; and
  • Other priorities include performance measurement, tracking of results and the implementation of a new framework for integrated planning and reporting.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 11. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canada Council for the Arts
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Excellent, vibrant and diverse art that engages Canadians, enriches their communities, and reaches markets around the world.
Engage and Inspire 0 0 103,635,283
Explore and Innovate 0 0 77,900,617
Catalyze and Connect 0 0 63,547,127
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 10,466,471 12,264,360
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 182,224,388 171,880,916 0
Total 182,224,388 182,347,387 257,347,387

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Raison d’être

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is Canada’s national housing agency. Established as a federal Crown corporation in 1946 to help address post-war housing shortages, its role has evolved as Canadians’ needs have changed. Today, CMHC’s mandate is to facilitate access to housing and contribute to financial stability in order to help Canadians meet their housing needs.

CMHC receives Parliamentary appropriations to fund housing programs on and off reserve. Working with provinces, territories, First Nations, and the private and not-for-profit sectors, CMHC helps Canadians in housing need by improving access to affordable housing.

CMHC’s role in housing finance (providing mortgage loan insurance and securitization guarantee products) contributes to the health and stability of Canada’s housing finance system and facilitates access to financing for housing across the country.

CMHC’s Market Analysis and Research Activity supports informed decision making through the creation, interpretation and sharing of housing-related data and information.

CMHC is accountable to Parliament through the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development.

Once tabled in the House of Commons, additional information will be available in CMHC’s Summary of the Corporate Plan, available on its website.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 6. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 2,008.37 3,176.10 2,735.00
Figure 7. organizational estimates - non-budgetary - canada mortgage and housing corporation (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Total Statutory -177.17 -644.31 -644.79
Table 12. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Reimbursement under the provisions of the National Housing Act and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Act 2,008,369,383 2,027,901,048 3,176,101,049 2,735,001,048
Total Voted 2,008,369,383 2,027,901,048 3,176,101,049 2,735,001,048
Total Budgetary 2,008,369,383 2,027,901,048 3,176,101,049 2,735,001,048
Non-budgetary
Total Statutory (177,166,331) (644,314,000) (644,314,000) (644,790,000)
Total non-budgetary (177,166,331) (644,314,000) (644,314,000) (644,790,000)

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

CMHC is estimating budgetary expenditures of $2,735.0 million in 2017–18. Included in the budgetary expenditures is $253.1 million related to the fourth year of the five-year extension of funding under the Investment in Affordable Housing.

A total budgetary increase of $707.1 million from the 2016–17 Main Estimates is due to the following:

  • An increase of $576.5 million for social infrastructure investments as announced in Budget 2016;
  • An increase of $72.6 million for the new Affordable Rental Housing Innovation Fund as announced in Budget 2016;
  • An increase of $50 million for the prepayment flexibility for long-term, non-renewable CMHC mortgages held by co-operative and non-profit social housing providers as announced in Budget 2015;
  • An increase of $10 million to support homeowners affected by pyrrhotite as announced in Budget 2016;
  • An increase of $4 million for additional housing construction and rehabilitation on-reserve; and
  • A decrease of $6 million related to the interest and inflation reserve.

CMHC is estimating non-budgetary net repayments of $644.8 million in 2017–18 which is in line with net repayments of $644.3 million projected in the 2016–17 Main Estimates.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 13. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canadians in need have access to affordable housing.
Funding Under Long-Term Commitments for Existing Social Housing 1,670,346,270 1,674,922,048 1,721,941,048
Funding for New Commitments of Affordable Housing 282,953,018 285,866,000 865,393,000
Housing Support 12,150,674 16,025,000 89,774,000
Canada has a stable, competitive and innovative housing system.
Market Analysis Information 19,468,999 27,419,000 30,149,000
Housing Policy, Research and Information Transfer 23,450,422 23,669,000 27,744,000
Insured Mortgage Purchase Program 0 0 0
Total 2,008,369,383 2,027,901,048 2,735,001,048

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Table 14. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Non-budgetary - Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canadians in need have access to affordable housing.
Funding Under Long-Term Commitments for Existing Social Housing (43,503,144) (508,422,000) (514,179,000)
Funding for New Commitments of Affordable Housing 45,000 500,000 500,000
Housing Support (133,708,187) (136,392,000) (131,111,000)
Total (177,166,331) (644,314,000) (644,790,000)

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canada Post Corporation

Raison d’être

Canada Post Corporation has a mandate to provide an efficient, effective and quality-driven postal service to Canadians, to be profitable, and to maintain and increase the value of the Corporation for Canadians.

Under the terms of the Canada Post Corporation Act, the Corporation is mandated to operate the postal service on a financially self-sustaining basis. In addition to core postal service, Canada Post also delivers certain public policy programs for the Government.

The Minister of Public Services and Procurement is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 8. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canada Post Corporation (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 22.21 22.21 22.21
Table 15. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canada Post Corporation
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Corporation for special purposes 22,210,000 22,210,000 22,210,000 22,210,000
Total Voted 22,210,000 22,210,000 22,210,000 22,210,000
Total Budgetary 22,210,000 22,210,000 22,210,000 22,210,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Canada Post Corporation receives an annual appropriation of $22.21 million from the Government for the delivery of Parliamentary mail and materials for the use of the blind, which are sent free of postage under the Act. This appropriation helps to offset the financial impact of these programs on the Corporation.

Parliamentary Mail

The Canada Post Corporation Act allows for the free mailing of letters between Canadians and the Governor General, the Speaker or Clerk of the Senate or house of Commons, a member of the Senate or House of Commons, the Parliamentary Librarian, the Associate Parliamentary Librarian, the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner, the Senate Ethics officer, and the Director of the Parliamentary Protective Service. Under the Act members of the House of Commons are also allowed up to four free householder mailings to their constituents in any calendar year.

Materials for the Use of the Blind

The Canada Post Corporation Act provides for free mailing of materials for the blind. Today, thousands of visually impaired Canadians and many libraries across the country, including that of the Canadian National Institute for the Blind, send talking books and other materials free of charge.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 16. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canada Post Corporation
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Compensation for the provision of Parliamentary mail and Materials for the use of the blind services, which are sent free of postage under the Canada Post Corporation Act.
Concessionary Governmental Services 0 22,210,000 22,210,000
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 22,210,000 0 0
Total 22,210,000 22,210,000 22,210,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canada Revenue Agency

Raison d’être

The Minister of National Revenue is responsible for the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). The CRA administers tax, benefits, and related programs for governments across Canada. In carrying out its role, the CRA contributes to the economic and social well-being of Canadians by promoting voluntary participation in our tax system.

The CRA makes sure:

  • Canadians comply with their tax obligations;
  • Canadians receive the benefits to which they are entitled;
  • Non-compliance is addressed; and
  • Canadians have access to appropriate mechanisms for resolving disputes.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 9. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canada Revenue Agency (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 3,112.84 3,244.06 3,232.75
Total Statutory 1,034.15 910.35 930.15
Table 17. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canada Revenue Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures, contributions and recoverable expenditures in relation to the application of the Canada Pension Plan and the Employment Insurance Act 3,034,034,552 3,032,118,914 3,197,643,765 3,173,383,552
5 Capital expenditures and recoverable expenditures in relation to the application of the Canada Pension Plan and the Employment Insurance Act 78,803,100 37,066,000 46,420,829 59,363,678
Total Voted 3,112,837,652 3,069,184,914 3,244,064,594 3,232,747,230
Total Statutory 1,034,149,642 1,016,533,269 910,352,293 930,152,344
Total Budgetary 4,146,987,294 4,085,718,183 4,154,416,887 4,162,899,574

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canada Revenue Agency is estimating budgetary expenditures of $4.2 billion in 2017–18. Of this amount, $3,232.7 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $930.2 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

In total the Agency is displaying an increase of $77.2 million or 1.9% from previous Main Estimates, which is the net result of various increases offset by certain planned decreases.

The CRA budgets will be increasing by $292.1 million due to the following:

  • $113.0 million for the implementation and administration of various measures to crack down on tax evasion, combat tax avoidance and enhance tax collections announced in the 2016 Federal Budget;
  • $51.0 million in payments under the Children’s Special Allowance Act for eligible children in the care of agencies and foster parents;
  • $43.0 million for the implementation and administration of various measures to enhance the Canada Revenue Agency’s capacity to deliver client-focused services announced in the 2016 Federal Budget;
  • $36.3 million for collective bargaining increases;
  • $30.0 million for the administration of the goods and services tax;
  • $9.9 million for the implementation and administration of enhanced compliance measures; and
  • $8.9 million for the implementation and administration of various tax measures announced in the 2016 Federal Budget.

The above-mentioned increases are offset by the following decreases totalling $214.9 million due to the following:

  • $128.0 million reduction related to statutory disbursements to provinces under the Softwood Lumber Products Export Charge Act, 2006;
  • $41.1 million in contributions to employee benefit plans;
  • $24.4 million adjustment to accommodation and real property services provided by Public Services and Procurement Canada;
  • $9.5 million reduction in professional services, advertising, and travel announced in the 2016 Federal Budget;
  • $7.5 million planned decrease in funding for the upgrade of the individual income tax processing system;
  • $3.5 million for various initiatives announced in the 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 Federal Budgets; and
  • $0.9 million in the spending of revenues received through the conduct of its operations primarily attributable to initiatives administered on behalf of the Canada Border Services Agency.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 18. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canada Revenue Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
This organization has implemented the Policy on Results, therefore reporting in the Estimates by Core Responsibility.
Tax 0 0 2,737,078,407
Benefits 0 0 487,819,400
Taxpayers’ Ombudsman 0 0 3,183,760
To support all responsibilities of the organization.
Internal Services 0 0 934,818,007
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 4,146,987,294 4,085,718,183 0
Total 4,146,987,294 4,085,718,183 4,162,899,574

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canada School of Public Service

Raison d’être

The Canada School of Public Service (the School) is the common learning service provider for the Public Service of Canada. The School has a legislative mandate to provide a range of learning activities to build individual and organizational capacity and management excellence within the public service. The School has one strategic outcome: Federal public service employees have the common knowledge, skills and competencies to fulfill their responsibilities in serving Canadians.

The President of the Treasury Board is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 10. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canada School of Public Service (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 50.82 69.22 63.42
Total Statutory 41.33 14.03 14.16
Table 19. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canada School of Public Service
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 50,823,726 69,217,505 69,217,505 63,416,105
Total Voted 50,823,726 69,217,505 69,217,505 63,416,105
Total Statutory 41,328,405 14,027,439 14,027,439 14,161,432
Total Budgetary 92,152,131 83,244,944 83,244,944 77,577,537

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The School is estimating budgetary expenditures of $77.6 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $63.4 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining amount of $14.2 million represents statutory authority that does not require additional approval and is provided for information.

In comparison with 2016–17, the 2017–18 Main Estimates are decreasing by $5.6 million. This decrease is due to the completion in 2016–17 of the transformational initiatives undertaken by the School to make learning more accessible to public servants across all regions.

Additional information is available in the 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 20. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canada School of Public Service
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Federal public service employees have the common knowledge, skills and competencies to fulfill their responsibilities in serving Canadians.
Learning Services 59,000,898 62,098,772 58,009,726
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 33,151,233 21,146,172 19,567,811
Total 92,152,131 83,244,944 77,577,537

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Air Transport Security Authority

Raison d’être

The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) is an agent Crown corporation with the mandate to protect the public by securing critical elements of the air transportation system as assigned by the Government of Canada. CATSA’s goal is to provide a professional, effective, efficient and consistent level of security screening services, at or above the standards set by Transport Canada, its regulator. Funded by parliamentary appropriations, CATSA is accountable to Parliament through the Minister of Transport. CATSA’s vision is to excel in air transportation security through its service to passengers, its people and its partnerships.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 11. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 656.75 766.28 584.58
Table 21. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Air Transport Security Authority
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Authority for operating and capital expenditures 656,747,273 624,005,722 766,278,268 584,584,214
Total Voted 656,747,273 624,005,722 766,278,268 584,584,214
Total Budgetary 656,747,273 624,005,722 766,278,268 584,584,214

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

CATSA’s 2017–18 Main Estimates of $584.6 million, which require approval from Parliament, are $39.4 million or approximately 6% lower than its 2016–17 Main Estimates of $624.0 millionFootnote 1. The Main Estimates consist of $471.4 million for operating expenditures and $113.2 million for capital expenditures.

CATSA’s 2017–18 Main Estimates for operating expenditures of $471.4 million are equivalent to its 2016–17 Main Estimates and represent CATSA’s A-Base funding.

CATSA’s 2017–18 Main Estimates for capital expenditures of $113.2 million are $39.4 million or approximately 26% lower than its 2016–17 Main Estimates of $152.6 million. The year-over-year variance in CATSA’s capital budget envelope reflects lower cash flow requirements for 2017–18 to support the deployment of its new Hold Baggage Screening system as part of a 10-year capital life-cycle management plan. The variance is also attributable to a decrease in planned capital spending for Pre-Board Screening associated with the deployment of advanced technology and CATSA’s life-cycle management plan.

As set out in its 2016–17 to 2020–21 Corporate Plan, CATSA’s funding priorities for the 2017–18 fiscal year will continue to focus on the delivery of its core mandated activities. This includes the ongoing deployment of CATSA’s new Hold Baggage Screening system at airports across Canada as part of its capital life-cycle management plan and enhancement of select Pre-Board Screening checkpoints to improve the passenger experience.

Footnotes

Footnote 1

The incremental funding received from the Government of Canada of $29.0 million for Pre-Board Screening and $113.3 million for enhanced Non-Passenger Screening for 2016–17 was not reflected in CATSA’s 2016–17 Main Estimates of $624.0 million, as provided by Treasury Board Secretariat, as this funding was obtained through the 2016–17 Supplementary Estimates (A) approval process. CATSA is working with Transport Canada on an operationally effective long-term funding strategy for Pre-Board Screening and Non-Passenger Screening for 2017–18 and beyond.

Return to footnote 1 referrer

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 22. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Air Transport Security Authority
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Screening programs at designated Canadian airports protect the travelling public.
Pre-Board Screening 0 351,245,332 324,766,300
Hold Baggage Screening 0 210,862,820 193,987,914
Non-Passenger Screening 0 18,722,126 19,634,000
Restricted Area Identity Card 0 2,177,019 2,477,000
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 40,998,425 43,719,000
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 656,747,273 0 0
Total 656,747,273 624,005,722 584,584,214

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Broadcasting Corporation

Raison d’être

As defined by the 1991 Broadcasting Act, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (the Corporation), as the national public broadcaster, should provide radio and television services incorporating a wide range of programming that informs, enlightens and entertains.

The programming provided by the Corporation should:

  • Be predominantly and distinctively Canadian;
  • Reflect Canada and its regions to national and regional audiences, while serving the special needs of those regions;
  • Actively contribute to the flow and exchange of cultural expression;
  • Be in English and in French, reflecting the different needs and circumstances of each official language community, including the particular needs and circumstances of English and French linguistic minorities;
  • Strive to be of equivalent quality in English and French;
  • Contribute to shared national consciousness and identity;
  • Be made available throughout Canada by the most appropriate and efficient means and as resources become available for the purpose; and
  • Reflect the multicultural and multiracial nature of Canada.

The Corporation reports to Parliament through the Minister of Canadian Heritage.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 12. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 1,038.02 1,113.02 1,188.02
Table 23. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Corporation for operating expenditures 928,331,798 927,306,798 1,002,306,798 1,076,202,798
5 Payments to the Corporation for working capital 4,000,000 4,000,000 4,000,000 4,000,000
10 Payments to the Corporation for capital expenditures 105,692,000 106,717,000 106,717,000 107,821,000
Total Voted 1,038,023,798 1,038,023,798 1,113,023,798 1,188,023,798
Total Budgetary 1,038,023,798 1,038,023,798 1,113,023,798 1,188,023,798

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

2017–18 will be the third year of the Corporation’s 5-year strategy, Strategy 2020. The strategy aims to better position the broadcaster to meet the fundamental shifts that are transforming the media universe, and consequently how it connects with Canadians. Strategy 2020 is a promise by CBC/Radio-Canada to intensify and deepen its one-on-one relationship with individual Canadians; work in partnership with the creative community to communicate the breadth and depth of Canada’s reality; and set the Corporation on a clear course to long-term financial sustainability. The vision is that by 2020, CBC/Radio-Canada will be the public space at the heart of our conversations and experiences as Canadians.

The Corporation’s appropriations for 2017–18 include the government’s reinvestment of $150 million announced in Budget 2016.

The reinvestment ensures transformation of the public broadcaster into the digital public space that will allow Canadians to engage with each other, and their world. The reinvestment would also counter existing financial pressures, strengthen the Corporation’s transformation by investing in new content and programming, and allow for enhanced services.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 24. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A national public broadcasting service exists that is primarily Canadian in content and connects citizens to the Canadian experience.
Television, Radio and Digital Services 0 985,915,196 1,134,536,219
Transmission and Distribution of Programs 0 46,764,284 47,656,331
Specialty Channels for Specific Audiences 0 0 0
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 5,344,318 5,831,248
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 1,038,023,798 0 0
Total 1,038,023,798 1,038,023,798 1,188,023,798

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety

Raison d’être

The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) was founded by an Act of Parliament in 1978 with a mandate to promote health and safety in the workplace and to enhance the physical and mental health of working Canadians. CCOHS operates under the legislative authority of the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety Act (S.C., 1977–78, c. 29) which was passed by unanimous vote in the Canadian Parliament. The purpose of this Act is to promote the fundamental right of Canadians to a healthy and safe working environment by creating a national institute (CCOHS) concerned with the study, encouragement and co-operative advancement of occupational health and safety. CCOHS functions as an independent departmental corporation under Schedule II of the Financial Administration Act and is accountable to Parliament through the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour.

Its funding is derived from a combination of appropriations, cost recoveries and collaboration with the provinces. It is expected that a portion of the budget will be funded through cost recoveries from the creation, production, and worldwide sales of fee-for-service and revenue generating occupational health and safety products and services.

Additional information can be found in CCOHS’ Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 13. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 4.30 3.97 3.96
Total Statutory 5.61 4.98 4.92
Table 25. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 4,304,184 3,969,600 3,969,600 3,956,267
Total Voted 4,304,184 3,969,600 3,969,600 3,956,267
Total Statutory 5,613,933 4,982,772 4,982,772 4,921,134
Total Budgetary 9,918,117 8,952,372 8,952,372 8,877,401

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety’s planned expenditures remain generally the same as last year. CCOHS will focus its efforts on providing a wide range of needed, relevant and practical information, resources and training that assist Canadians to improve health and safety. CCOHS will work with Canadian and global partners to develop the resources and tools that will improve health and safety and contribute to making Canada’s workplaces safe and more productive.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 26. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Improved workplace conditions and practices that enhance the health, safety, and well-being of working Canadians.
Occupational health and safety information development, delivery services and tripartite collaboration 6,728,530 6,141,291 6,036,633
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 3,189,587 2,811,081 2,840,768
Total 9,918,117 8,952,372 8,877,401

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Commercial Corporation

Raison d’être

The Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) is governed by its enacting legislation, the 1946 Canadian Commercial Corporation Act. The Act outlines CCC’s broad mandate, which is to assist in the development of trade by helping Canadian exporters access markets abroad and by helping foreign buyers obtain goods from Canada. The legislation also provides CCC with a range of powers, including the ability to export goods from Canada either as principal or as agent in such a manner and to such an extent as it deems appropriate. As a result, CCC negotiates and executes bilateral government-to-government procurement arrangements, facilitating export transactions on behalf of Canadian exporters.

CCC reports to Parliament through the Minister of International Trade.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 14. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Commercial Corporation (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 8.88 3.51 0.00
Table 27. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Commercial Corporation
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Corporation 8,880,000 3,510,000 3,510,000 0
Total Voted 8,880,000 3,510,000 3,510,000 0
Total Budgetary 8,880,000 3,510,000 3,510,000 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

This organization is not receiving voted appropriations in the 2017–18 Main Estimates.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 28. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Commercial Corporation
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Enhanced market access for Canadian exporters to complex international public sector markets.
Defence 0 3,510,000 0
Emerging and Developing Markets 0 0 0
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 8,880,000 0 0
Total 8,880,000 3,510,000 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Dairy Commission

Raison d’être

The Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) is a federal Crown corporation created in 1966 through the Canadian Dairy Commission Act.

It reports to Parliament through the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food. Its legislated objectives are twofold: to provide efficient producers of milk and cream with the opportunity of obtaining a fair return for their labour and investment; and to provide consumers of dairy products with a continuous and adequate supply of dairy products of high quality.

The CDC plays a central facilitating role for the multi-billion dollar Canadian dairy industry. Federal-provincial agreements now provide the authority for many of the programs and activities that the CDC employees administer and facilitate on a day-to-day basis. The CDC strives to balance and serve the interests of all dairy stakeholders — producers, processors, further processors, exporters, consumers and governments.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 15. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Dairy Commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 3.72 3.60 3.60
Figure 16. organizational estimates - non-budgetary - canadian dairy commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Total Statutory 31.34 0.00 0.00
Table 29. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Dairy Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 3,723,258 3,599,617 3,599,617 3,599,617
Total Voted 3,723,258 3,599,617 3,599,617 3,599,617
Total Budgetary 3,723,258 3,599,617 3,599,617 3,599,617
Non-budgetary
Total Statutory 31,338,616 0 0 0
Total non-budgetary 31,338,616 0 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canadian milk supply management system rests on three pillars: production management, price setting and import controls. The CDC is directly involved in the administration of two of the three pillars (production management and price setting) via the establishment of industrial milk quota and support price.

The CDC administers the three revenue pooling and market sharing pools that exist among milk producers. Monthly, the CDC receives data from provincial milk marketing boards and calculates the payment transfers between provinces to equalize returns and adjusts quota allocations to provinces to account for the sharing of markets.

The CDC operates several programs for the benefit of the dairy industry. The Domestic Seasonality Programs ensure a steady supply of dairy products on the Canadian market. The Surplus Removal Programs ensure that milk components for which there is no outlet on the domestic market are removed in a timely fashion. Finally, the Matching Investment Fund and the Dairy Innovation program promote growth and innovation in the manufacture and use of dairy products and components. In addition, the CDC, on behalf of the industry, administers the Special Milk Class Permit Program (SMCPP) and the Dairy Export Program (DEP). The parameters of these programs are decided by the industry.

The CDC imports the tariff rate quota of butter and sells this butter to participants in the SMCPP through butter manufacturers. Profits that the CDC generates by this activity are used to finance initiatives that provide benefits to the industry. An example of these initiatives is the Dairy Research Cluster.

The CDC also controls the subsidized exports of Canadian dairy products through the issuance of export permits. This permit system has been put in place to ensure that Canadian exports of dairy products do not exceed the limits imposed on Canada by the World Trade Organization (WTO) for subsidized exports.

To stimulate investments and growth in the use of Canadian milk and dairy ingredients, the CDC created the program Milk Access for Growth.

Producers and processors announced in July 2016 the successful conclusion of negotiations to evolve the Canadian dairy system for the future. The CDC is currently evaluating the impact of the implementation of this strategy on the programs it administers.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 30. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Dairy Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
To enhance the vitality of the Canadian dairy industry for the benefit of all stakeholders.
Administer milk supply management system 3,723,258 3,599,617 3,599,617
Total 3,723,258 3,599,617 3,599,617

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Table 31. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Non-budgetary - Canadian Dairy Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
To enhance the vitality of the Canadian dairy industry for the benefit of all stakeholders.
Administer milk supply management system 31,338,616 0 0
Total 31,338,616 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency

Raison d’être

The Minister of Environment and Climate Change is responsible for this organization.

Environmental assessment contributes to informed decision making in support of sustainable development.

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency delivers high-quality environmental assessments in support of government decisions about major projects.

Additional information can be found in the Agency’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 17. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 27.58 37.70 30.64
Total Statutory 1.64 4.16 3.45
Table 32. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 27,579,392 27,512,578 37,696,083 30,640,824
Total Voted 27,579,392 27,512,578 37,696,083 30,640,824
Total Statutory 1,636,910 3,398,457 4,161,496 3,452,410
Total Budgetary 29,216,302 30,911,035 41,857,579 34,093,234

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

In support of its strategic outcome: high-quality and timely environmental assessments of major projects to protect the environment and support economic growth, the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency works towards achieving the following organizational priorities:

  • Delivering high-quality environmental assessments of major projects;
  • Building effective relationships with Aboriginal Peoples; and
  • Playing a lead role in shaping the future of federal environmental assessment.

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency’s 2017–18 Main Estimates will total $30.6 million in voted authorities. This amount represents a net increase of $3.1 million compared to the 2016–17 Main Estimates. This difference is mainly attributable to the following:

  • An increase of $2.6 million for ensuring robust environmental assessments and to ensure the Agency is adequately resourced to fulfill legislative obligations;
  • An increase of $0.5 million for the review of environmental assessment processes;
  • An increase of $0.2 million for a transfer from the Department of Natural Resources to support the administration of their participant funding for consultations with Indigenous groups; and
  • A decrease of $0.2 million for the Budget 2016 reduction on professional services, travel and advertising.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 33. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
High quality and timely environmental assessments of major projects to protect the environment and support economic growth.
Environmental Assessment Delivery Program 17,913,607 21,729,743 24,159,057
Environmental Assessment Policy Program 5,134,147 3,932,432 4,500,940
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 6,168,548 5,248,860 5,433,237
Total 29,216,302 30,911,035 34,093,234

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 34. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Contributions
Contributions to support the participation of the public and Indigenous groups in the environmental assessment and associated review processes – Participant Funding Program 1,438,974 4,469,000 4,719,500
Contribution to the Province of Quebec – James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement 245,500 246,000 245,500

Canadian Food Inspection Agency

Raison d’être

The Minister of Health is responsible for this organization.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is a science-based regulatory agency, with employees working across Canada, in the National Capital Region (NCR) and in four operational areas (Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario and Western).

The CFIA is dedicated to safeguarding food, animal, and plant health, which enhances the health and well-being of Canada’s people, environment, and economy.

The CFIA develops and delivers inspection and other services to:

  • Prevent and manage food safety risks;
  • Protect plant resources from pests, diseases and invasive species;
  • Prevent and manage animal and zoonotic diseases;
  • Contribute to consumer protection; and
  • Contribute to market access for Canada’s food, plants, and animals.

The CFIA bases its activities on science, effective management of risk, commitment to service and efficiency, and collaboration with domestic and international organizations that share its objectives.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 18. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Food Inspection Agency (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 595.13 664.17 575.00
Total Statutory 154.23 141.20 129.65
Table 35. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Food Inspection Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures and contributions 560,358,513 512,042,839 565,912,124 525,744,799
5 Capital expenditures 34,773,727 93,074,099 98,261,849 49,256,401
Total Voted 595,132,240 605,116,938 664,173,973 575,001,200
Total Statutory 154,230,287 134,622,227 141,195,538 129,648,394
Total Budgetary 749,362,527 739,739,165 805,369,511 704,649,594

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

With the authorities of $704.6 million, the CFIA will continuously modernize itself as an organization in order to better meet the needs of consumers, industry and international trading partners. Every day, more than six thousand CFIA professionals work to protect Canadians across the country and instill confidence in our food safety system and agriculture products. They help protect plant and animal health, prevent food safety hazards, manage food safety investigations and recalls, and help protect the marketplace from unfair practices.

Recent investments which support the Agency’s activities include:

  • Funding to improve food safety for Canadians (Budget 2016) by implementing activities to improve food safety risk intelligence and oversight, enhance food safety through offshore preventive activities, and improve stakeholder compliance in protecting Canada’s food supply;
  • Funding to support the Canadian agriculture and agri-food sector in seizing market opportunities and securing agriculture market access;
  • Resources to enable the CFIA to accelerate the required renewal and upgrade of its critical infrastructure assets;
  • Funding to support the implementation of the Electronic Service Delivery Platform project, to deliver technologies and tools for industry, international trading partners and CFIA inspectors to more efficiently carry out their respective roles and conduct regular business transactions electronically; and
  • Funding to support the implementation of the Canadian Food Safety Information Network which aims to strengthen the ability of federal, provincial, and territorial food safety authorities to better anticipate, detect, and respond to food-borne hazards minimizing the impact of food safety events on Canadians.

Further information on the CFIA’s planning highlights can be found in the 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 36. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Food Inspection Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A safe and accessible food supply and plant and animal resource base.
Food Safety Program 376,113,531 364,582,938 348,722,065
Animal Health and Zoonotics Program 141,043,127 137,163,044 124,518,784
Plant Resources Program 79,807,062 93,368,850 78,138,366
International Collaboration and Technical Agreements 32,552,166 31,045,476 31,736,983
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 119,846,641 113,578,857 121,533,396
Total 749,362,527 739,739,165 704,649,594

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 37. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Canadian Food Inspection Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Contributions
Contributions in support of the Federal Assistance Program 1,802,426 819,000 819,000
Total Statutory 17,131,017 3,500,000 3,500,000

Canadian Grain Commission

Raison d’être

The Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) is a federal government department that administers the provisions of the Canada Grain Act (CGA). The CGC’s mandate as set out in the CGA is to, in the interests of the grain producers, establish and maintain standards of quality for Canadian grain and regulate grain handling in Canada, to ensure a dependable commodity for domestic and export markets.

CGC’s vision is “To be a world class science-based quality assurance provider”. The Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food is responsible for the CGC.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 19. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Grain Commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 5.02 4.78 4.75
Total Statutory -26.23 0.61 0.55
Table 38. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Grain Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 5,021,047 4,776,362 4,776,362 4,746,362
Total Voted 5,021,047 4,776,362 4,776,362 4,746,362
Total Statutory (26,230,190) 605,562 605,562 552,751
Total Budgetary (21,209,143) 5,381,924 5,381,924 5,299,113

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The CGC is estimating budgetary expenditures of $5.3 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $4.7 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $0.6 million is to support employee benefit plan obligations.

The authority requested for 2017–18 Main Estimates is consistent with authority provided in 2016–17 Main Estimates.

The current CGC funding structure is based on budgetary authorities that are comprised of both statutory and voted authorities. The statutory authorities include employee benefit plan authority for appropriation funded positions and the CGC revolving fund authority which allows the CGC to re-spend fees that it has collected. The voted authority is Vote 1 – Program Expenditures which includes annual appropriation authority and any ad-hoc appropriation authority for the fiscal year.

A revolving fund was set up for the CGC in 1995 with the expectation that the CGC would be largely self-funded through fees for service. The CGC transitioned to a new fee structure in 2013–14. Updated user fees came into effect on August 1, 2013. The new fee structure has eliminated the requirement for annual ad-hoc funding. Revenues credited to the revolving fund are expected to be $57.0 million in 2017–18.

Additional information can be found in the CGC’s Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 39. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Grain Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canada’s grain is safe, reliable and marketable and Canadian grain producers are properly compensated for grain deliveries to licensed grain companies.
Grain Quality Research Program 7,795,591 5,136,924 5,054,113
Quality Assurance Program (41,890,675) 0 0
Quantity Assurance Program (4,388,290) 0 0
Producer Protection Program 1,275,020 0 0
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 15,999,211 245,000 245,000
Total (21,209,143) 5,381,924 5,299,113

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian High Arctic Research Station

Raison d’être

Canadian High Arctic Research Station has been created to:

  • Advance knowledge of the Canadian Arctic in order to improve economic opportunities; environmental stewardship and the quality of life of its residents and all other Canadians;
  • Promote the development and dissemination of knowledge of the other circumpolar regions, including the Antarctic;
  • Strengthen Canada’s leadership on Arctic issues; and
  • Establish a hub for scientific research in the Canadian Arctic.

The Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 20. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian High Arctic Research Station (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 7.90 18.85 20.96
Total Statutory 0.39 0.62 0.63
Table 40. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian High Arctic Research Station
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 7,896,157 18,853,197 18,853,197 20,963,206
Total Voted 7,896,157 18,853,197 18,853,197 20,963,206
Total Statutory 390,554 622,077 622,077 631,025
Total Budgetary 8,286,711 19,475,274 19,475,274 21,594,231

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canadian High Arctic Research Station is estimating budgetary expenditures of $21.6 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $21 million requires parliamentary approval. The remaining $631,025 represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information.

The net increase in the 2017–18 budgetary expenditures compared with the 2016–17 Main Estimates is mainly due to the carry forward of $2.5 million to meet the commitments related to requests for contributions.

Additional details about the priorities of the Canadian High Arctic Research Station will be available in the 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 41. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian High Arctic Research Station
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canada has world-class Arctic science and technology to support the development and stewardship of Canada’s North and is recognized as a leader on circumpolar research issues.
Science and Technology for the North 5,391,920 13,679,282 13,599,331
Polar Knowledge Application 1,088,049 2,993,760 3,106,557
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 1,806,742 2,802,232 4,888,343
Total 8,286,711 19,475,274 21,594,231

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 42. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Canadian High Arctic Research Station
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants to individuals, organizations, associations and institutions to support research and activities relating to the polar regions 156,000 1,086,000 1,286,000
Grants to support the advancement of Northern Science and Technology 10,000 470,000 270,000
Contributions
Contributions to support the advancement of Northern Science and Technology 1,726,972 8,175,000 8,427,518

Canadian Human Rights Commission

Raison d’être

The Canadian Human Rights Commission (the Commission) was established in 1977 under Schedule I.1 of the Financial Administration Act in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act (CHRA). The Commission leads the administration of the CHRA and ensures compliance with the Employment Equity Act (EEA). The CHRA prohibits discrimination and the EEA promotes equality in the workplace. Both laws apply the principles of equal opportunity and non-discrimination to federal government departments and agencies, Crown corporations, and federally regulated private sector organizations.

The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 21. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Human Rights Commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 19.74 19.31 19.22
Total Statutory 2.62 2.84 2.60
Table 43. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Human Rights Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 19,737,003 19,307,335 19,307,335 19,222,932
Total Voted 19,737,003 19,307,335 19,307,335 19,222,932
Total Statutory 2,615,151 2,841,837 2,841,837 2,600,188
Total Budgetary 22,352,154 22,149,172 22,149,172 21,823,120

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canadian Human Rights Commission is estimating budgetary expenditures of $21.82 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $19.22 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $2.6 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The variance of $326,000 between 2016–17 and 2017–18 Main Estimates is mostly due to the decrease of the Employee Benefit Plan rate. In 2017–18 there is also a decrease of $123,000 for the Budget 2016 reduction on professional services, travel and advertising.

The Commission’s planned spending will remain stable in 2016-17 and 2017–18.

Over the next year, the Commission will focus on :

  • Raising awareness and mobilizing stakeholders around human rights issues to positively influence opinions and actions;
  • Assessing ways to create a more user-friendly complaint process that people can easily access and fully participate in; and
  • Shifting the way services are designed, managed and delivered by putting people at the centre of the Commission’s processes.

Further details can be found in the Commission’s Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 44. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Human Rights Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
This organization has implemented the Policy on Results, therefore reporting in the Estimates by Core Responsibility.
Human Rights Complaints 0 0 9,297,057
Engagement and Advocacy 0 0 4,737,991
Employment Equity Audits 0 0 1,159,629
To support all responsibilities of the organization.
Internal Services 0 0 6,628,443
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 22,352,154 22,149,172 0
Total 22,352,154 22,149,172 21,823,120

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Institutes of Health Research

Raison d’être

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is the Government of Canada’s health research funding agency. The Minister of Health is responsible for this organization. It was created in June 2000 by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research Act with a mandate “to excel, according to internationally accepted standards of scientific excellence, in the creation of new knowledge and its translation into improved health for Canadians, more effective health services and products and a strengthened Canadian health care system.”

CIHR’s mandate seeks to transform health research in Canada in an ethically sound manner by:

  • Funding both investigator initiated and priority driven research;
  • Building research capacity in under-developed areas and training the next generation of health researchers; and
  • Focusing on knowledge translation that facilitates the application of the results of research and their transformation into new policies, practices, procedures, products and services.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 22. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Institutes of Health Research (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 1,020.81 1,076.30 1,079.78
Total Statutory 5.57 6.33 5.82
Table 45. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Institutes of Health Research
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 47,989,555 47,308,587 51,508,102 52,633,510
5 Grants 972,822,921 972,339,220 1,024,787,143 1,027,148,842
Total Voted 1,020,812,476 1,019,647,807 1,076,295,245 1,079,782,352
Total Statutory 5,565,677 5,972,196 6,325,424 5,818,621
Total Budgetary 1,026,378,153 1,025,620,003 1,082,620,669 1,085,600,973

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

CIHR is anticipating planned expenditures of $1,085.6 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $1,079.8 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $5.8 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The planned expenditures of $1,085.6 million in 2017–18 represents an increase of $60 million, or 5.8%, from the 2016–17 Main Estimates.

This increase is mainly due to the allocation of new ongoing funding through Budget 2015 and Budget 2016. Budget 2015 allocated $15 million to CIHR beginning in 2016–17 to expand the Strategy for Patient-Oriented Research as well as address antimicrobial resistance through health research. Budget 2016 allocated $30 million to CIHR beginning in 2016–17 to maintain and reinforce Canada’s position as a leading-edge, global knowledge economy by increasing CIHR’s support for early career investigators.

The remaining $15 million increase is the result of CIHR’s participation in tri-agency programs in collaboration with the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). Funding for these programs varies by fiscal year as CIHR is allocated funding following each distinct competition depending on the successful applicants’ alignment with CIHR’s health-related mandate.

For example, beginning in 2016–17, CIHR has been allocated funding as a result of the second competition for the Canada First Research Excellence Fund, a program that helps post-secondary institutions to excel globally in research areas that create long-term economic advantages for Canada. Over 7 fiscal years, CIHR will be partially funding 8 of the 13 recipients for a total of $164.8 million of the $900 million awarded.

CIHR has also been allocated funding to begin in 2017–18 as a result of the third cohort of the Canada Excellence Research Chair program, a program that seeks to position Canada at the leading-edge of breakthroughs in priority research areas expected to generate economic and social benefits to Canadians. Over 7 fiscal years, CIHR will be funding 1 of the 3 new Chairs for a total of $12 million of the $24 million awarded.

Further details on CIHR’s 2017–18 planned expenditures are available in CIHR’s 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 46. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Institutes of Health Research
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canada is a world leader in the creation, dissemination and application of health research knowledge.
Investigator Initiated Health Research 705,412,045 692,439,221 729,420,974
Priority Driven Health Research 308,482,516 304,974,917 328,536,075
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 12,483,592 28,205,865 27,643,924
Total 1,026,378,153 1,025,620,003 1,085,600,973

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 47. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Canadian Institutes of Health Research
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants for research projects and personnel support 867,669,698 866,871,648 907,125,027
Canada First Research Excellence Fund 16,246,614 16,440,279 34,646,332
Networks of Centres of Excellence 22,589,000 22,589,400 21,740,400
Canada Graduate Scholarships 21,216,528 21,250,000 21,250,000
Institute support grants 12,916,667 13,000,000 13,000,000
Centres of Excellence for Commercialization and Research 11,116,947 10,771,143 9,679,500
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships 8,284,309 8,350,000 8,350,000
Canada Excellence Research Chairs 9,800,000 9,800,000 7,933,333
Business–Led Networks of Centres of Excellence 2,798,750 3,106,750 3,344,250
Industrial Research Chairs for Colleges 160,000 160,000 80,000

Canadian Intergovernmental Conference Secretariat

Raison d’être

The President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada is responsible for this organization. The Canadian Intergovernmental Conference Secretariat (CICS), established pursuant to an agreement reached at the May 1973 First Ministers’ Conference, is an agency of the federal, provincial and territorial governments. Its mandate is to provide administrative support and planning services for intergovernmental conferences of First Ministers, Ministers and Deputy Ministers.

These intergovernmental conferences are a key instrument for consultation and negotiation among the different orders of governments and assist in the development of national and/or provincial/territorial policies. They are a critical component of the workings of the Canadian federation and represent a core principle of our democratic society.

By skilfully executing the logistical planning and delivery of these meetings, CICS not only relieves governments of the administrative process burden but also allows them to greatly benefit from significant cost efficiencies and economies of scale.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 23. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Intergovernmental Conference Secretariat (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 4.96 5.55 5.53
Total Statutory 0.31 0.43 0.39
Table 48. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Intergovernmental Conference Secretariat
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 4,955,984 5,547,133 5,547,133 5,534,133
Total Voted 4,955,984 5,547,133 5,547,133 5,534,133
Total Statutory 314,567 427,837 427,837 390,526
Total Budgetary 5,270,551 5,974,970 5,974,970 5,924,659

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canadian Intergovernmental Conference Secretariat’s 2017–18 expenditures remain approximately the same as the previous year.

The 2017–18 funding will be utilized to address the following priorities:

  • Implement the necessary initiatives to enhance and expand strategic partnerships;
  • Ensure relevant and responsible service delivery;
  • Implement initiatives to ensure effective and efficient use of resources; and
  • Cultivate a continuous learning environment.

Our departmental plan will contain more details regarding our priorities.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 49. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Intergovernmental Conference Secretariat
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Senior-level intergovernmental conference services are professionally and successfully delivered.
Conference Services 3,561,128 4,163,437 4,504,460
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 1,709,423 1,811,533 1,420,199
Total 5,270,551 5,974,970 5,924,659

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Museum for Human Rights

Raison d’être

The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) was created in 2008 through an amendment to the Museums Act, which established the Museum as the first national museum to be created since 1967 and the first to be located outside of the National Capital Region.

The Museum’s mandate is “to explore the subject of human rights, with special but not exclusive reference to Canada, in order to enhance the public’s understanding of human rights, to promote respect for others and to encourage reflection and dialogue.”

The Minister of Canadian Heritage is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 24. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Museum for Human Rights (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 21.70 33.60 24.86
Table 50. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Museum for Human Rights
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Museum for operating and capital expenditures 21,700,000 21,700,000 33,604,000 24,865,000
Total Voted 21,700,000 21,700,000 33,604,000 24,865,000
Total Budgetary 21,700,000 21,700,000 33,604,000 24,865,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Museum’s reference levels in Vote 1 for operating and capital expenditures in 2017–18 are $24.865 million.

The Board of Trustees updated the Museum’s goals based on the lessons learned in the first two years of operations. The updated goals will guide Museum operations and activities through the CMHR’s upcoming five years of operations. These goals will serve as a roadmap in five strategic areas – visitor experience, audience reach, recognized leader, financial sustainability and people.

The Board and Executive of the CMHR are committed to building on the Museum’s considerable successes. A defining hallmark of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights is its ability to inspire future generations. The Museum plans to expand its reach across Canada and the world, and to continually refresh and evolve exhibits, content and programming to ensure offerings remain impactful and relevant.

The Museum will continue in its efforts to maximize the net income from admissions, membership, programs, retail, facility rentals and commissions from the bistro and catering. Working with the Friends of CMHR, the Museum plans to develop and implement a sponsorship strategy to supplement appropriations and earned revenue.

Using business improvement methodologies, the Museum will review work processes to identify any overlap or redundancy in current processes and implement opportunities for continuous improvements.

Depending on long-term funding, the Museum plans to expand its remote and web based offerings; ensure the exhibits remain current and relevant to visitors; launch a travelling exhibits program; bring temporary exhibits from other institutions to CMHR, tailoring them to align with the CMHR mandate; continue to be innovative; expand linkages nationally and internationally to continue to contribute to increased economic benefits for Winnipeg, Manitoba and Canada; develop new and nationally relevant learning resources; and launch the National Student Program. Funding to CMHR was increased through federal Budget 2016, including ongoing funding for Payments in lieu of Taxes (PILT) and funding for priority capital requirements largely related to health and safety and the recapitalization of digital hardware and software.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 51. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Museum for Human Rights
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Enhanced knowledge of human rights, with special but not exclusive reference to Canada, in order to enhance the public’s understanding of human rights, to promote respect for others and to encourage reflection and dialogue.
Museum Content and Program 0 10,200,000 12,360,000
Accommodation 0 5,250,000 7,281,000
Stewardship and Corporate Management 0 6,250,000 5,224,000
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 21,700,000 0 0
Total 21,700,000 21,700,000 24,865,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Museum of History

Raison d’être

The Canadian Museum of History is a Crown corporation established by the Museums Act (Statutes of Canada 2013, Chapter 38) which came into force on December 12, 2013. The Act states that the role of the corporation is “to enhance Canadians’ knowledge, understanding and appreciation of events, experiences, people and objects that reflect and have shaped Canada’s history and identity, and also to enhance their awareness of world history and cultures.”

The Minister of Canadian Heritage is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 25. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Museum of History (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 83.59 77.75 71.60
Table 52. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Museum of History
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Museum for operating and capital expenditures 83,587,255 66,199,477 77,746,477 71,600,477
Total Voted 83,587,255 66,199,477 77,746,477 71,600,477
Total Budgetary 83,587,255 66,199,477 77,746,477 71,600,477

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canadian Museum of History is creating an entirely new exhibition on Canadian history. This new exhibition, which represents the largest and most ambitious exhibition project that the Museum has ever undertaken, is called the Canadian History Hall and is due to open on July 1, 2017, the 150th anniversary of Confederation.

The hall’s purpose is to tell the story of Canada and its people from the dawn of human habitation to the present day. The new gallery will help the Museum fulfill its mandate.

The appropriation request for 2017–18 is $71.6 million, an increase of $5.4 million from the previous year’s approval. The increase is due to:

  • An increase of $3.1 million for payments in lieu of taxes; and
  • An increase of $2.3 million in funding for health and safety capital projects.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 53. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Museum of History
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Interest in, knowledge of and appreciation and respect for human cultural achievements and human behaviour through collections of historical and cultural objects, exhibitions, programs and research reflecting a Canadian perspective.
Accommodation 0 27,470,000 31,155,000
Exhibit, Educate and Communicate 0 24,764,000 25,643,000
Collect and Research 0 12,650,000 13,175,000
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 1,315,477 1,627,477
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 83,587,255 0 0
Total 83,587,255 66,199,477 71,600,477

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

Raison d’être

The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 was established in 2010 through an amendment to the Museums Act.

The mandate of the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 is “to explore the theme of immigration to Canada in order to enhance public understanding of the experiences of immigrants as they arrived in Canada, of the vital role immigration has played in the building of Canada and of the contributions of immigrants to Canada’s culture, economy and way of life.”

The Minister of Canadian Heritage is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 26. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 7.70 7.90 7.82
Table 54. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Museum for operating and capital expenditures 7,700,000 7,700,000 7,900,000 7,820,000
Total Voted 7,700,000 7,700,000 7,900,000 7,820,000
Total Budgetary 7,700,000 7,700,000 7,900,000 7,820,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 (Museum) is estimating budgetary expenditures, in 2017–18, of $7.8 million which require parliamentary approval.

The planned expenditures of the Museum remain approximately the same as the previous year.

Please refer to the Museum’s Corporate Plan for further detail.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 55. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canadians are engaged in building and exploring the stories, themes and history of Canadian immigration as it continues to unfold.
Accommodations 0 2,700,000 2,831,500
Visitor Experience and Connections 0 2,509,700 2,512,700
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 2,490,300 2,475,800
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 7,700,000 0 0
Total 7,700,000 7,700,000 7,820,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Museum of Nature

Raison d’être

The Minister of Canadian Heritage is responsible for this organization.

The Canadian Museum of Nature (the Museum) became a Crown corporation on July 1, 1990 through the Museums Act with the mandate to increase, throughout Canada and internationally, interest in, knowledge of and appreciation and respect for the natural world by establishing, maintaining and developing for research and posterity, a collection of natural history objects, with special but not exclusive reference to Canada, and by demonstrating the natural world, the knowledge derived from it and the understanding it represents.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 27. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Museum of Nature (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 26.45 29.44 32.52
Table 56. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Museum of Nature
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Museum for operating and capital expenditures 26,452,593 26,129,112 29,441,112 32,515,112
Total Voted 26,452,593 26,129,112 29,441,112 32,515,112
Total Budgetary 26,452,593 26,129,112 29,441,112 32,515,112

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

In 2017–18, the Museum will advance year four of a new strategic plan that leverages its research and collections strengths in Arctic Knowledge and Species Discovery. Key Objectives are:

  • Create a Centre for Arctic Knowledge and Exploration that transforms people’s understanding of Canada’s Arctic and its relationship with Canada as a country in a 21st century global context.
  • Create a Centre for Species Discovery and Change that transforms people’s understanding of the relevance of species diversity to their lives now and in the future.
  • Create a Centre for Nature Inspiration and Engagement that transforms people’s expectations of the Canadian Museum of Nature as a destination for discussion, connection and exploration with nature’s past, present and future that advances understanding and respect for Canada’s natural world.
  • Position the Natural Heritage Campus as a centre of excellence in collections management and knowledge creation, advancement and sharing by becoming a collections collaborator with institutions around the world seeking to collect, preserve, digitize and disseminate specimens that document the nature of Canada.
  • Create a sustainable business enterprise model of operation that leverages the Museum’s strategic imperatives: knowledge and discovery, inspiration and engagement, presence, performance and advancement.

The 2017–18 Main Estimates represent an increase of $6.4 million from the previous year due to Budget 2016 funding covering health and safety and special consideration projects such as the completion of the Canada Goose Arctic Gallery and the acquisition of scientific equipment essential to program integrity.

Additional information can be found in the Museums Corporate Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 57. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Museum of Nature
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Interest in, knowledge of and appreciation and respect for the natural world through collections of natural history objects, public education programmes and research reflecting a special but not exclusive perspective on Canada.
Buildings and grounds 0 10,620,872 12,278,511
Inspiration and engagement 0 6,097,324 8,564,185
Research and discovery 0 3,429,884 4,827,823
Collections care and access 0 1,803,938 1,812,121
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 4,177,094 5,032,472
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 26,452,593 0 0
Total 26,452,593 26,129,112 32,515,112

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency

Raison d’être

Contributing to jobs and growth in Canada, the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) works to develop a diversified, sustainable and dynamic economy across Canada’s three territories. It does this by delivering funding programs to Northerners and Aboriginal people, guiding resource development and major projects across the North through the Northern Projects Management Office, undertaking research to support the development of evidence-based policies, advocating for Northern economic prosperity and diversification, and collaborating with and aligning the efforts of other federal departments, territorial governments, Aboriginal organizations, and industry.

The Minister Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for CanNor.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 28. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 45.61 53.73 48.70
Total Statutory 1.34 1.64 1.38
Table 58. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 13,317,446 8,874,718 13,543,277 13,199,586
5 Contributions 32,291,373 16,423,487 40,187,121 35,500,000
Total Voted 45,608,819 25,298,205 53,730,398 48,699,586
Total Statutory 1,339,601 935,246 1,637,854 1,381,597
Total Budgetary 46,948,420 26,233,451 55,368,252 50,081,183

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $50.1 million in 2017–18.

Of this amount $48.7 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $1.4 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approvals and are provided for information purposes.

Significant Funding Changes:

Almost 50% of CanNor’s total 2016–17 funding was for program renewals and was provided through Supplementary Estimates.

The total net increase of $23.8 million in 2017–18 Main Estimates budgetary expenditures is a result of:

  • Increase of $19.8 million in renewed funding for the Strategic Investments in Northern Economic Development Program;
  • Increase of $2.3 million for the Northern Projects Management Office;
  • Increase of $3.2 million for the Canada 150 Infrastructure Program; and
  • A reduction of $1.3 million in funding for the Centre for Northern Innovation in Mining.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 59. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Developed and diversified territorial economies that support prosperity for all Northerners.
Economic Development 36,670,762 18,108,174 39,880,184
Policy and Alignment 3,949,912 2,013,466 4,222,127
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 6,327,746 6,111,811 5,978,872
Total 46,948,420 26,233,451 50,081,183

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 60. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Contributions
Contributions to support Aboriginal participation in the northern economy 8,809,125 10,800,000 18,300,000
Contributions for promoting regional development in Canada’s three territories 19,856,423 2,360,487 10,800,000
Contributions to support the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program 0 3,200,000 6,400,000

Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission

Raison d’être

The Minister of Natural Resources is responsible for this organization.

In 1946, Parliament passed the Atomic Energy Control Act and established the Atomic Energy Control Board, providing it with the power to regulate all nuclear activities related to the development and use of atomic energy in Canada.

More than half a century later, in May 2000, the Nuclear Safety and Control Act (NSCA) came into effect and established the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) as the successor to the Atomic Energy Control Board, with responsibilities and authorities to regulate an industry that spans all segments of the nuclear fuel cycle and a wide range of industrial, medical and academic uses of nuclear substances.

Additional information can be found in the CNSC’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 29. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 39.84 38.77 37.94
Total Statutory 98.13 97.48 98.98
Table 61. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 39,835,227 38,686,934 38,772,935 37,939,524
Total Voted 39,835,227 38,686,934 38,772,935 37,939,524
Total Statutory 98,133,441 97,479,282 97,479,282 98,980,935
Total Budgetary 137,968,668 136,166,216 136,252,217 136,920,459

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission is estimating budgetary expenditures of $136.9 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $37.9 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $99.0 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for informational purposes.

The CNSC has statutory authority – pursuant to paragraph 21(3) of the Nuclear Safety and Control Act (NSCA) – to spend during a fiscal year any revenues that it receives in the current or previous fiscal year through the conduct of its operations. The CNSC receives its revenues from regulatory fees for licenses and applications charged in accordance with the CNSC Cost Recovery Fees Regulations.

In addition to the statutory authority, the CNSC is also funded through the voted budgetary authority from Parliament – Vote 1 – Program expenditures. Voted authority provides funding for activities exempt from paying fees under the CNSC Cost Recovery Fees Regulations (i.e., hospitals and universities), as these entities exist for the public good. Additionally, fees are not charged for activities that result from Canada’s obligations that do not provide a direct benefit to identifiable licensees. These include activities with respect to Canada’s international obligations (including non-proliferation activities), public responsibilities such as emergency management and public information programs, and the updating of the NSCA and its associated regulations.

In 2017-18, the CNSC’s Main Estimates have increased by $0.7 million or 0.6% when compared to the 2016-17 Main Estimates. The increase is due to a $1.5 million increase in Statutory expenditures resulting from an overall increase in projected expenditures due to salary increases. It is also attributable to an increase in revenues earned from formula fees, as a result of a phased-in review of formulas used with the CNSC Cost Recovery Fees Regulations, to align costs with regulatory activities for the various licence types. The increase in Statutory expenditures is partially offset by a decrease in Program expenditures of $0.8 million; of which $0.5 million is attributable to the sunset of funding associated with the single window horizontal initiative outlined in Beyond the Border: A Shared Vision for Perimeter Security and Economic Competitiveness (also known as the Beyond the Border Action Plan). The balance of $0.3 million is a result of Budget 2016 reductions related to professional services, travel and advertising.

Additional information can be found in the CNSC’s Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 62. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Safe and secure nuclear installations and processes used solely for peaceful purposes and an informed public on the effectiveness of Canada’s nuclear regulatory regime.
Nuclear Reactors 40,002,299 39,242,207 39,698,384
Scientific, Technical, Regulatory and Public Information 26,696,945 26,840,929 26,494,116
Nuclear Substances and Prescribed Equipment 13,930,082 12,161,854 13,824,249
Nuclear Fuel Cycle 10,173,578 11,784,983 10,096,285
Nuclear Non-Proliferation 5,982,791 6,442,749 5,937,337
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 41,182,973 39,693,494 40,870,088
Total 137,968,668 136,166,216 136,920,459

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 63. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants to enable the research, development and management of activities that contribute to the objectives of the Research and Support Program 74,655 75,000 75,000
Contributions
Participant Funding Program 170,760 925,000 925,000
Contributions to enable the research, development and management of activities that contribute to the objectives of the Research and Support Program, and the Canadian Safeguards Support Program 1,391,382 770,000 770,000

Canadian Polar Commission

Raison d’être

Pursuant to the Economic Action Plan 2014 Act, No. 2. the Canadian Polar Commission Act was repealed as of June 1st, 2015. All rights, personal property or movables and real property or immovables and all obligations of the Canadian Polar Commission were transferred to the Canadian High Arctic Research Station

Organizational Estimates

Figure 30. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Polar Commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 1.26 0.00 0.00
Total Statutory 0.02 0.00 0.00
Table 64. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Polar Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 1,264,603 0 0 0
Total Voted 1,264,603 0 0 0
Total Statutory 23,324 0 0 0
Total Budgetary 1,287,927 0 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Not applicable

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 65. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Polar Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Increased Canadian polar knowledge.
Research Facilitation and Communication 1,186,672 0 0
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 101,255 0 0
Total 1,287,927 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission

Raison d’être

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) is an administrative tribunal that regulates and supervises Canadian broadcasting, and telecommunications in the public interest, as well as contributes to protecting Canadians from unsolicited communications.

The CRTC reports to Parliament through the Minister of Canadian Heritage.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 31. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 4.58 5.07 5.04
Total Statutory 6.42 7.05 6.45
Table 66. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 4,582,800 5,072,595 5,072,595 5,040,595
Total Voted 4,582,800 5,072,595 5,072,595 5,040,595
Total Statutory 6,415,617 7,051,100 7,051,100 6,445,602
Total Budgetary 10,998,417 12,123,695 12,123,695 11,486,197

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) is estimating net budgetary expenditures of $11.5 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $5 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $6.5 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

This is a decrease of $0.6 million when compared to the 2016–17 Main Estimates. This difference is attributable to a decrease in statutory budget expenditures related to employee benefits plans.

Once tabled in the House of Commons, additional information will be available in the Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 67. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canadians have access to a world-class communication system.
Protection within the Communication System 4,730,514 5,152,005 5,038,233
Connection to the Communication System 2,163,097 2,542,213 2,327,711
Canadian Content Creation 1,148,085 1,986,234 1,822,198
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 2,956,721 2,443,243 2,298,055
Total 10,998,417 12,123,695 11,486,197

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Security Intelligence Service

Raison d’être

As per the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) Act, the mandate of CSIS is to collect, analyze and retain information and intelligence on activities suspected of constituting threats to the security of Canada, and to report to and advise the government. CSIS is responsible for the collection of national security intelligence inside and outside Canada; the collection of foreign intelligence within Canada; and for security screening assessments for federal government employees, refugees, immigration and citizenship applicants, and some other sectors such as the Canadian nuclear industry.

The Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness is responsible for CSIS.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 32. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Security Intelligence Service (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 489.57 537.81 526.62
Total Statutory 47.00 53.99 50.48
Table 68. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Security Intelligence Service
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 489,566,324 518,483,607 537,807,157 526,615,028
Total Voted 489,566,324 518,483,607 537,807,157 526,615,028
Total Statutory 46,997,524 53,585,459 53,993,793 50,477,031
Total Budgetary 536,563,848 572,069,066 591,800,950 577,092,059

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Main Estimates for the department are $577.1 million, which represents a $5 million increase over the previous year.

The major changes are as follows:

  • An increase of $8.6 million in support of Canada’s national security and the safety of Canadians; and
  • A decrease of $3.6 million due to a Budget 2016 government-wide initiative.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 69. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Security Intelligence Service
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Intelligence is used to protect the security and safety of Canada and its citizens.
Intelligence Program 495,644,733 524,459,826 528,939,177
Security Screening Program 40,919,115 47,609,240 48,152,882
Total 536,563,848 572,069,066 577,092,059

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Space Agency

Raison d’être

The mandate of the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is “to promote the peaceful use and development of space, to advance the knowledge of space through science and to ensure that space science and technology provide social and economic benefits for Canadians”.

The CSA is delivering on its mandate in collaboration with Canadian industry, academia, Government of Canada organizations, and other international space agencies or organizations.

The founding legislation that received Royal Assent in 1990 attributed four main functions to the CSA:

  • Assist the Minister to coordinate the space policies and programs of the Government of Canada;
  • Plan, direct, manage and implement programs and projects relating to scientific or industrial space research and development, and the application of space technology;
  • Promote the transfer and diffusion of space technology to and throughout Canadian industry; and
  • Encourage commercial exploitation of space capabilities, technology, facilities and systems.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 33. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Space Agency (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 404.15 432.36 344.65
Total Statutory 8.65 10.04 9.16
Table 70. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Space Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 180,370,115 184,497,707 184,497,707 161,268,874
5 Capital expenditures 179,207,386 192,112,456 191,918,956 122,419,635
10 Grants and contributions 44,567,709 45,748,000 55,941,501 60,966,000
Total Voted 404,145,210 422,358,163 432,358,164 344,654,509
Total Statutory 8,653,848 10,036,658 10,036,658 9,155,402
Total Budgetary 412,799,058 432,394,821 442,394,822 353,809,911

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $353.8 million in 2017-18. Of this amount, $344.6 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $9.2 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

Main Estimates planned budgetary expenditures were $432.4 million in 2016–17 representing a net decrease of $78.6 million between fiscal years 2016–17 and 2017–18. This corresponds to a decrease in Operating expenditures of $23.2 million, a decrease in Capital expenditures of $69.7 million and an increase in Grants and Contributions of $15.2 million. These fluctuations are mainly due to the fact that CSA’s projects and missions funding profile vary from year to year and require funding from different Votes depending on their development phases. As a result, pre and post-project expenditures are Operating expenditures whereas the design and build phases call for Capital expenditures. In addition, the science support associated with some projects may necessitate funds either in Operating expenditures or in Grants and Contributions.

The variation between fiscal years 2016–17 and 2017–18 is composed of:

  • An increase of $10.3 million for activities related to the space station. The current year-over-year increase reflects different cash flow requirements;
  • An increase of $10.0 million from the 2015 Budget for the Contribution Program under the Canada-European Space Agency Cooperation Agreement for the Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems (ARTES) program. (Budget 2015 provides the CSA with $30 million over four years, from 2016–17 to 2019–20);
  • An increase of $7.5 million for items in Budget 2016 related to safety increase at John H. Chapman Space Centre as well as the purchase and installation of absorber material for the David Florida Laboratory (DFL) Bay 2 Anechoic Chamber;
  • A net increase of $0.9 million due to additional funding received for the Canadian Space Agency’s David Florida Laboratory infrastructure and corresponding equipment to maintain its space capabilities and improve compliance with applicable building codes and standards;
  • A $90.7 million decrease related to the RADARSAT Constellation Mission (RCM). The current year-over-year decrease is due to different requirements in cash flow, of which $55.5 million is due to the effect of cumulative amounts carried forward and $35.2 million is due to the funding profile requested at the time of the implementation phase approval by Treasury Board;
  • A decrease of $9.5 million due to funding received in 2016–17 for the provision of value-added satellite reports/images for humanitarian needs;
  • A decrease of $4.8 million due to additional funding received in 2016–17 for the Maritime Monitoring and Messaging Micro-Satellite (M3MSat) project; and
  • A decrease of $1.4 million related to Budget 2016 reduction on professional services, travel and advertising.

Once tabled in the House of Commons, additional information will be available in the Department Plan of the Canadian Space Agency at the following address: http://asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/publications/rp.asp.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 71. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Space Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
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.
Space Data, Information and Services 209,187,061 215,085,716 115,240,643
Space Exploration 96,419,798 99,437,817 96,455,420
Future Canadian Space Capacity 61,804,033 66,094,200 87,170,086
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 45,388,166 51,777,088 54,943,762
Total 412,799,058 432,394,821 353,809,911

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 72. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Canadian Space Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Class Grant Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology 6,263,510 8,860,000 11,317,000
Contributions
Contributions to the Canada/European Space Agency Cooperation Agreement 27,802,596 27,031,000 36,648,000
Class Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology 10,501,603 9,857,000 13,001,000

Canadian Tourism Commission

Raison d’être

The Canadian Tourism Commission operating as Destination Canada (DC), is Canada’s national tourism marketing organization. A Crown corporation wholly owned by the Government of Canada, DC’s purpose is to sustain a vibrant and profitable tourism industry by marketing Canada as an internationally competitive, premier four-season tourism destination where travelers can indulge in extraordinary experiences. Reporting to Parliament through the Minister of Industry, DC’s legislative requirements are outlined in the Canadian Tourism Commission Act. Through collaboration and partnerships with the private sector, as well as with the governments of Canada, the provinces and territories, DC works with the tourism sector to maintain Canada’s competitiveness and generate wealth for Canadians by stimulating demand for Canada’s visitor economy. Additional information can be found in DC’s 2016–20 Corporate Plan.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 34. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Tourism Commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 62.98 95.48 95.48
Table 73. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Tourism Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Commission 62,975,770 70,475,770 95,475,770 95,475,770
Total Voted 62,975,770 70,475,770 95,475,770 95,475,770
Total Budgetary 62,975,770 70,475,770 95,475,770 95,475,770

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

DC was created in 1995, as a Special Operating Agency within Industry Canada, and in 2001, became a Crown corporation pursuant to the Canadian Tourism Commission Act.

Starting in 2013–14, DC’s core appropriations (i.e. excluding one-time funding for special programs) have been $58.0 million. In 2015–16, DC was awarded an additional $30.0 million in special program funding relating to the Connecting America marketing initiative spread out over three years: $5.0 million for 2015–16, $12.5 million for 2016–17 and $12.5 million for 2017-18.

Through Budget 2016, DC received additional one-time funding to market Canada as a premier tourism destination. Starting in 2016, the two-year, $50.0 million Government of Canada investment for international tourism marketing is being used to augment existing leisure marketing initiatives in our important markets, such as the US and China.

DC’s activities are aligned to focus resources on markets of strategic importance to Canada’s tourism industry.

DC’s 2016–20 Corporate Plan identifies its goal to support the industry as it grows the number of arrivals to 20 million international visitors per year with tourism export revenue of $20 billion.

DC’s objectives are to:

  • Increase demand for Canada with innovative marketing;
  • Advance the commercial competitiveness of the tourism sector; and
  • Increase corporate efficiency and effectiveness.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 74. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Tourism Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canadian economy benefits from strong tourism demand from Canadian Tourism Commission’s (CTC) markets.
Marketing and Sales 0 60,680,457 84,443,025
Tourism Research and Communications 0 2,238,243 1,961,000
Experiential Product Development 0 952,008 952,008
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 6,605,062 8,119,737
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 62,975,770 0 0
Total 62,975,770 70,475,770 95,475,770

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Transportation Accident Investigation and Safety Board

Raison d’être

The Canadian Transportation Accident Investigation and Safety Board is referred to as the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) in its day-to-day activities. The TSB is an independent agency created in 1990 by an Act of Parliament. It operates at arm’s length from other government departments and agencies to ensure that there are no real or perceived conflicts of interest. The TSB’s sole objective is to advance air, marine, rail and pipeline transportation safety. This mandate is fulfilled by conducting independent investigations into selected transportation occurrences to identify the causes and contributing factors, and the safety deficiencies evidenced by these occurrences.

The TSB makes recommendations to reduce or eliminate any such safety deficiencies and reports publicly on its investigations. The TSB then follows up with stakeholders to ensure that safety actions are taken to reduce risks and improve safety.

The TSB may also represent Canadian interests in foreign investigations of transportation accidents involving Canadian registered, licensed or manufactured aircraft, ships or railway rolling stock. In addition, the TSB carries out some of Canada’s obligations related to transportation safety at the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

The TSB is part of the Privy Council portfolio of departments and agencies. The Minister of Democratic Institutions and President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada is responsible for tabling the TSB’s administrative reports in Parliament. Additional information can be found on the TSB’s departmental website.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 35. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Transportation Accident Investigation and Safety Board (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 26.57 26.27 26.20
Total Statutory 3.46 3.52 3.21
Table 75. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Transportation Accident Investigation and Safety Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 26,574,772 26,267,261 26,267,261 26,202,261
Total Voted 26,574,772 26,267,261 26,267,261 26,202,261
Total Statutory 3,457,718 3,521,391 3,521,391 3,214,293
Total Budgetary 30,032,490 29,788,652 29,788,652 29,416,554

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The TSB is estimating budgetary expenditures of $29.4 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $26.2 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $3.2 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes. The organization’s funding through Main Estimates has decreased from 2016–17 by $0.4 million due mainly to a decrease in the Employee Benefit Plan percentage as determined by Treasury Board Secretariat as part of the Annual Reference Level Update.

In 2017–18, the TSB will continue to strive to be a modern world-class organization that evolves and adapts as it strives to influence changes that advance transportation safety. This vision statement will be achieved by focusing on the strategic objectives of serving, improving, modernizing and updating, as outlined in the TSB’s five-year Strategic Plan. Further details regarding plans and priorities can be found in the TSB’s Departmental Plan and Strategic Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 76. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Transportation Accident Investigation and Safety Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
This organization has implemented the Policy on Results, therefore reporting in the Estimates by Core Responsibility.
Independent safety investigations and communication of risks in the transportation system 0 0 23,827,409
To support all responsibilities of the organization.
Internal Services 0 0 5,589,145
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 30,032,490 29,788,652 0
Total 30,032,490 29,788,652 29,416,554

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Canadian Transportation Agency

Raison d’être

The Canadian Transportation Agency (the Agency) is an independent, quasi-judicial tribunal and regulator with the powers of a superior court. The Agency is an arm’s length organization that reports to Parliament through the Minister of Transport.

The Agency has three mandates:

  • The Agency helps ensure that the national transportation system runs efficiently and smoothly in the economic and social interests of all Canadians; including those who work and invest in it; the producers, shippers, travellers and businesses who rely on it; and the communities where it operates.
  • The Agency protects the human right of persons with disabilities to an accessible transportation network.
  • The Agency provides consumer protection for air passengers.

To help advance these mandates, the Agency has three tools at its disposal:

  • Rule-making: The Agency develops and applies ground rules that establish the rights and responsibilities of transportation service providers and users and that level the playing field among competitors. These rules can take the form of binding regulations or less formal guidelines, codes of practice or interpretation notes.
  • Dispute resolution: The Agency resolves disputes that arise between transportation providers on the one hand, and their clients and neighbours on the other, using a range of tools from facilitation and mediation to arbitration and adjudication.
  • Information provision: The Agency provides information on the transportation system, the rights and responsibilities of transportation providers and users, and its legislation and services.

More information on the Agency’s role, mission and mandate is available on the Agency website.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 36. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Canadian Transportation Agency (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 25.02 24.29 27.71
Total Statutory 3.23 3.50 3.20
Table 77. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Canadian Transportation Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 25,022,975 24,290,330 24,290,330 27,714,765
Total Voted 25,022,975 24,290,330 24,290,330 27,714,765
Total Statutory 3,231,257 3,501,757 3,501,757 3,199,401
Total Budgetary 28,254,232 27,792,087 27,792,087 30,914,166

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Canadian Transportation Agency (the Agency) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $30.9 million in 2017–2018. Of this amount, $27.7 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $3.2 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes. Compared to 2016–17, the Main Estimates for 2017–18 have increased as a result of an amount that has been approved via a reverse reprofile requested by the Agency and will be used to pay for the costs related to

The Government of Canada Workplace 2.0 Fit-up Standards. This amount is reflected under the Agency’s Internal Services Program and will be reimbursed over a period of 15 years starting in 2018–19;

Looking forward, the Agency has established its strategic priorities for the 2017–20 period:

A modern framework: Legislation and regulations that reflect current and emerging business models, travellers’ and shippers’ needs, and best practices in the adjudicative and regulatory fields.

Excellence in service delivery: Timely, fair, and effective services in the areas of regulatory determination, dispute resolution, and compliance monitoring and enforcement, based on the letter and purpose of the legislation and regulations, relevant jurisprudence, and the evidence.

Stakeholder and public awareness: Clear, relevant information for stakeholders and the general public on the national transportation system, the rights and responsibilities of transportation providers and users, and Agency services.

A healthy, high-performing organization: An organization that is independent, expert, impartial, engaged, agile and innovative.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 78. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Canadian Transportation Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Transparent, fair and timely dispute resolution and economic regulation of the national transportation system.
Economic Regulation 11,099,602 11,315,866 11,532,859
Adjudication and Alternative Dispute Resolution 10,334,836 9,253,556 8,703,153
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 6,819,794 7,222,665 10,678,154
Total 28,254,232 27,792,087 30,914,166

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Raison d’être

The Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (the Commission) is an independent agency created by Parliament and is not part of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). The Commission’s fundamental role is to provide civilian review of the conduct of the RCMP members in carrying out their policing duties, thereby holding the RCMP accountable to the public. The Commission ensures that complaints about the conduct of RCMP members are examined fairly and impartially. Its findings and recommendations help identify and remedy policing problems which stem from the conduct of individual RCMP members or from deficiencies in RCMP policies or practices. The Commission also conducts reviews of specified RCMP activities, reports to provinces which contract RCMP services, conducts research, program outreach and public education, and provides independent observers to investigations of serious incidents involving RCMP members.

The Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 37. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 8.74 9.03 9.02
Total Statutory 0.98 1.00 0.92
Table 79. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 8,736,312 9,025,809 9,025,809 9,020,809
Total Voted 8,736,312 9,025,809 9,025,809 9,020,809
Total Statutory 981,751 1,002,508 1,002,508 915,080
Total Budgetary 9,718,063 10,028,317 10,028,317 9,935,889

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police is estimating budgetary expenditures of $9.9 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $9 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $0.9 million represents statutory authorities that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

Planned expenditures decrease by $0.1 million from 2016–17 to 2017–18 mainly attributable to decreases related to contributions to employee benefit plans statutory authorities.

In 2017–18, the Commission will continue to identify and address the policing issues of daily concern to Canadians. The Commission will examine the conduct of RCMP members in relation to specific complaints and monitor wider trends and developments in RCMP policy and practices. The Commission will provide recommendations that enhance the accountability of the RCMP and contribute to the public’s trust and confidence in the RCMP and its members. The Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police has assumed its new responsibilities as outlined in the Enhancing Royal Canadian Mounted Police Accountability Act, which include conducting reviews of specified RCMP activities, providing enhanced reporting to provinces which contract for RCMP services and conducting research and outreach.

Additional information and details on the Commission’s priorities can be found in its 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 80. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Public Confidence in the RCMP.
Civilian review of RCMP members’ conduct in the performance of their duties 6,529,281 6,317,800 7,333,382
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 3,188,782 3,710,517 2,602,507
Total 9,718,063 10,028,317 9,935,889

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Communications Security Establishment

Raison d’être

As mandated by the National Defence Act, the Communications Security Establishment’s (CSE) Signals Intelligence program provides foreign intelligence that addresses the Government of Canada’s vital interests in defence, security, and international affairs through the collection, processing, analysis and reporting of intelligence. The Signals Intelligence program also helps protect the electronic information and information infrastructures of importance to the Government of Canada, and provides technical and operational assistance to federal law enforcement and security agencies.

CSE’s Information Technology Security program provides advice, guidance, and services to help ensure the protection of electronic information and information systems of importance to the Government of Canada.

The Minister of National Defence is responsible for CSE.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 38. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Communications Security Establishment (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 580.52 562.06 560.51
Total Statutory 39.03 37.78 35.48
Table 81. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Communications Security Establishment
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 580,515,741 546,109,459 562,055,934 560,506,384
Total Voted 580,515,741 546,109,459 562,055,934 560,506,384
Total Statutory 39,032,317 37,515,359 37,777,826 35,477,339
Total Budgetary 619,548,058 583,624,818 599,833,760 595,983,723

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Communications Security Establishment is estimating budgetary expenditures of $596.0 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $560.5 million requires approval of Parliament. The remaining $35.5 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The Main Estimates for the department are $596.0 million, a net increase of $12.4 million. The major changes are as follows:

  • A decrease of $1.4 million related to Budget 2016 reductions to professional services, travel, and advertising;
  • A decrease of $3.5 million related to changes in the statutory forecasts;
  • A net increase of $3.6 million related to CSE’s accommodations mainly due to a transfer from Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) in the last phase of CSE’s move to the new facility; and
  • A net increase of $13.7 million in support of CSE’s mandate.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 82. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Communications Security Establishment
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Foreign signals intelligence and technical security capabilities advance and protect Canada’s vital interests.
Signals Intelligence 438,406,622 420,929,869 429,828,281
Information Technology (IT) Security 181,141,436 162,694,949 166,155,442
Total 619,548,058 583,624,818 595,983,723

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Copyright Board

Raison d’être

The Copyright Board is an economic regulatory body empowered to establish, either mandatorily or at the request of an interested party, the royalties to be paid for the use of copyrighted works, when the administration of such copyright is entrusted to a collective-administration society. The Board also has the right to supervise agreements between users and licensing bodies and issues licences when the copyright owner cannot be located.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 39. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Copyright Board (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 2.57 2.81 2.80
Total Statutory 0.26 0.30 0.27
Table 83. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Copyright Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 2,573,491 2,813,641 2,813,641 2,802,641
Total Voted 2,573,491 2,813,641 2,813,641 2,802,641
Total Statutory 255,214 298,083 298,083 272,088
Total Budgetary 2,828,705 3,111,724 3,111,724 3,074,729

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Copyright Board of Canada is estimating budgetary expenditures of $3.1 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $2.8 million requires approval by Parliament and the remaining $272 thousand represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The Copyright Board of Canada will continue to ensure balanced decision-making as incentive for the creation and use of copyrighted works. The Board will also examine possible avenues to improve existing practices and procedures, with the aim of streamlining them and reduce uncertainty, while safeguarding fairness of process.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 84. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Copyright Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Fair decision-making to provide proper incentives for the creation and use of copyrighted works.
Copyright Tariff Setting and Issuance of Licences 2,285,991 2,520,496 2,490,530
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 542,714 591,228 584,199
Total 2,828,705 3,111,724 3,074,729

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Correctional Service of Canada

Raison d’être

The Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness is responsible for the Correctional Service of Canada.

The purpose of the federal correctional system, as defined in law, is to contribute to the maintenance of a just, peaceful and safe society by carrying out sentences imposed by courts through the safe and humane custody and supervision of offenders; and by assisting the rehabilitation of offenders and their reintegration into the community as law-abiding citizens through the provision of programs in penitentiaries and in the community (Corrections and Conditional Release Act, s. 3).

The Correctional Service of Canada, as part of the criminal justice system and respecting the rule of law, contributes to public safety by actively encouraging and assisting offenders to become law-abiding citizens, while exercising reasonable, safe, secure and humane control.

Additional information can be found in the organization’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 40. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Correctional Service of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 2,138.03 2,141.72 2,171.28
Total Statutory 219.75 251.35 229.42
Figure 41. organizational estimates - non-budgetary - correctional service of canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 0.00 0.00 0.00
Table 85. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Correctional Service of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures, grants and contributions 1,969,350,061 1,925,556,005 1,957,146,969 1,962,343,216
5 Capital expenditures 168,684,074 185,711,724 184,573,409 208,941,724
Total Voted 2,138,034,135 2,111,267,729 2,141,720,378 2,171,284,940
Total Statutory 219,750,510 251,324,350 251,346,890 229,424,223
Total Budgetary 2,357,784,645 2,362,592,079 2,393,067,268 2,400,709,163
Non-budgetary
Voted
Loans to individuals under mandatory supervision and parolees through the Parolees’ Loan Account 165 0 0 0
Total Voted 165 0 0 0
Total non-budgetary 165 0 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Correctional Service of Canada is estimating budgetary expenditures of $2,400.71 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $2,171.29 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $229.42 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes. This represents a net increase of $38.12 million from 2016–17 Main Estimates.

The major changes are as follows:

  • An increase of $40.95 million related to funding received to cover expenditures due to changes in offender population volumes and price fluctuations;
  • An increase of $0.24 million related to Federal Infrastructure Initiative;
  • An increase of $0.43 million related to 2017–18 Funding of Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan (FCSAP – Phase III);
  • An increase of $27.50 million in capital investments mainly due to reprofiling of funds from previous years;
  • A decrease of $4.86 million related to the Budget 2016 reduction for professional services, travel, advertising;
  • A decrease of $4.27 million due to the cessation of funding for the Accelerated Infrastructure Program in 2017–18;
  • A decrease of $21.90 million related to the department’s allocation of the employer’s share of the employee benefit plan; and
  • An increase of $0.03 million for miscellaneous items.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 86. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Correctional Service of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The custody, correctional interventions, and supervision of offenders in communities and in institutions, contribute to public safety.
Custody 1,519,751,744 1,512,168,537 1,528,166,844
Correctional Interventions 398,165,375 408,423,801 407,357,544
Community Supervision 141,891,344 137,257,516 157,830,355
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 297,976,182 304,742,225 307,354,420
Total 2,357,784,645 2,362,592,079 2,400,709,163

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Table 87. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Non-budgetary - Correctional Service of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The custody, correctional interventions, and supervision of offenders in communities and in institutions, contribute to public safety.
Correctional Interventions 165 0 0
Total 165 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 88. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Correctional Service of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grant to the University of Saskatchewan for Forensic Research Centre 120,000 120,000 120,000

Courts Administration Service

Raison d’être

The Courts Administration Service (CAS) was established in 2003 with the coming into force of the Courts Administration Service Act. The role of CAS is to provide effective and efficient judicial, registry and corporate services to four superior courts of record – the Federal Court of Appeal, the Federal Court, the Court Martial Appeal Court of Canada and the Tax Court of Canada. The Act enhances judicial independence by placing administrative services at arm’s length from the Government of Canada and enhances accountability for the use of public money.

The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 42. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Courts Administration Service (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 65.60 67.40 68.59
Total Statutory 6.70 7.18 6.66
Table 89. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Courts Administration Service
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 65,598,166 65,199,516 67,404,941 68,590,696
Total Voted 65,598,166 65,199,516 67,404,941 68,590,696
Total Statutory 6,696,504 7,152,127 7,182,509 6,657,003
Total Budgetary 72,294,670 72,351,643 74,587,450 75,247,699

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Courts Administration Service (CAS) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $75.25 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $68.59 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $6.66 million represents the statutory funding forecast that does not require additional approval and is provided for information purposes.

The core programs of the CAS have remained relatively constant over the years. Nevertheless, CAS’ reference levels have been impacted by legislative changes affecting the workload of the federal courts as well as various government initiatives. The activities that have caused the majority of the variations in reference levels include:

  • Renewal of funding for Division 9 proceedings of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act aimed at addressing challenges in the management of security inadmissibility cases, protecting classified information in immigration proceedings, and obtaining diplomatic assurances of safety for inadmissible individuals facing a risk of torture;
  • Funding to remove the visa requirement for citizens of Mexico;
  • Budget 2015 funding for investment in physical security enhancements such as additional cameras, security personnel and screening tools that will help ensure the federal courts remain secure and function properly. In addition, it will enable IT security enhancements to further protect judicial and CAS information;
  • Budget 2016 funding to invest in information technology infrastructure upgrades to safeguard the efficiency of the federal court system; and
  • Budget 2016 funding to help relocate the Quebec City federal courts facility, thereby ensuring continued federal courts presence in Quebec City.

More details on important trends and variances can be found in the CAS 2017–18 Departmental Plan, as well as the Financial Statements Discussion and Analysis and the Quarterly Financial Reports.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 90. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Courts Administration Service
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The public has timely and fair access to the litigation processes of the Federal Court of Appeal, the Federal Court, the Court Martial Appeal Court of Canada and the Tax Court of Canada.
Registry Services 23,639,751 24,278,931 27,475,819
Judicial Services 27,134,101 27,994,392 24,689,653
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 21,520,818 20,078,320 23,082,227
Total 72,294,670 72,351,643 75,247,699

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food

Raison d’être

The Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food (AAFC) was created in 1868 — one year after Confederation — because of the importance of agriculture to the economic, social and cultural development of Canada. Today, the Department helps create the conditions for the long-term profitability, sustainability and adaptability of the Canadian agricultural sector. AAFC supports the sector through initiatives that promote innovation and competitiveness, and that proactively manage risk. The Department’s goal is to position agriculture, agri-food and agri-based product industries to realize their full potential by seizing new opportunities in the growing domestic and global marketplace.

The Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 43. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 978.12 1,347.68 945.90
Total Statutory 950.29 1,311.01 1,305.29
Table 91. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 546,207,488 534,827,658 883,056,701 535,624,241
5 Capital expenditures 49,307,846 74,750,000 91,297,489 74,339,571
10 Grants and contributions 382,607,834 343,252,000 373,326,850 335,932,000
Total Voted 978,123,168 952,829,658 1,347,681,040 945,895,812
Total Statutory 950,286,424 1,310,903,598 1,311,005,263 1,305,287,886
Total Budgetary 1,928,409,592 2,263,733,256 2,658,686,303 2,251,183,698

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is estimating budgetary expenditures of $2.25 billion in 2017-18. Of this amount, $945.9 million is voted funding which requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $1.3 billion represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information only.

Most of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s funding supports programs under Growing Forward 2, a five-year (2013-18) policy framework by federal, provincial and territorial governments for Canada’s agricultural and agri-food sector. Growing Forward 2 supports strategic investments that promote innovation, competitiveness and market development initiatives to help producers meet rising demand, both in Canada and internationally, while continuing to proactively manage risk. A significant portion of this $3 billion dollar investment is in the form of grants and contributions.

Compared to 2016-17, the Main Estimates have decreased by $12.5 million. Notable changes include:

  • A decrease of $6.0 million in contributions to employee benefits plans as a result of a change in the established rate for 2017-18;
  • A planned decrease of $4.6 million due to the sunsetting of the Churchill Port Utilization Program;
  • $4.5 million transfer to Western Economic Diversification in support of the Saskatchewan Canadian Cattlemen’s Association project under the Western Diversification Program;
  • A decrease of $3.9 million related to planned government wide spending reductions, as announced in Budget 2016;
  • A decrease of $1.7 million for the Federal Infrastructure Initiative;
  • An increase of $4.6 million to support genomics, digitization and data mobilization of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada biological collections, as announced in Budget 2016; and
  • An increase of $2.6 million to improve access to international markets for Agricultural products as announced in Budget 2015.

For additional information, please refer to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 92. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A competitive and market-oriented agriculture, agri-food and agri-based products sector that proactively manages risk.
Business Risk Management 923,685,461 1,305,927,027 1,306,311,287
Market Access, Negotiations, Sector Competitiveness, and Assurance Systems 198,590,662 171,704,257 173,414,582
Farm Products Council of Canada 3,087,351 3,036,170 3,008,456
An innovative and sustainable agriculture, agri-food and agri-based products sector.
Science, Innovation, Adoption and Sustainability 600,370,331 560,789,990 563,745,548
Industry Capacity 50,436,622 73,027,026 61,514,447
Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency (962,575) 0 0
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 153,201,740 149,248,786 143,189,378
Total 1,928,409,592 2,263,733,256 2,251,183,698

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 93. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants to foreign recipients for participation in international organizations supporting agriculture 847,849 883,000 1,883,000
Grant payments for the AgriRisk Initiatives program 100,000 100,000 100,000
Total Statutory 140,911,335 167,300,000 167,300,000
Contributions
Contributions for Cost-Shared Strategic Initiatives programming in Innovation under Growing Forward 2 110,033,641 100,179,252 100,179,252
Contributions for Cost-Shared Strategic Initiatives programming in Competitiveness and Market Development under Growing Forward 2 78,772,226 60,869,892 60,869,892
Contribution payments for the AgriInnovation program under Growing Forward 2 62,908,011 60,455,000 60,455,000
Contributions for Cost-Shared Strategic Initiatives programming in Adaptability and Industry Capacity under Growing Forward 2 28,955,199 44,830,856 44,830,856
Contribution payments for the AgriMarketing program under Growing Forward 2 28,867,797 35,500,000 35,500,000
Contributions for the AgriRisk Initiatives program 5,270,710 16,400,000 17,150,000
Contributions to support the Canadian Agricultural Adaptation program 2,667,292 10,061,000 5,591,000
Contributions in support of the Agricultural Greenhouse Gases program 3,008,614 5,382,000 5,382,000
Contribution payments for the AgriCompetitiveness program under Growing Forward 2 2,858,375 3,127,000 3,127,000
Contributions under the Career Focus program – Youth Employment Strategy 800,921 864,000 864,000
Total Statutory 746,388,995 1,075,124,348 1,075,124,348

Department of Canadian Heritage

Raison d’être

The Minister of Canadian Heritage is responsible for this organization.

The Department of Canadian Heritage and Canada’s major national cultural institutions play a vital role in the cultural, civic and economic life of Canadians. We work together to support culture, arts, heritage, official languages, community participation, as well as initiatives tied to Indigenous languages and cultures, youth, and sport.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 44. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Canadian Heritage (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 1,216.05 1,411.89 1,418.88
Total Statutory 24.90 26.87 25.82
Table 94. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Canadian Heritage
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 178,864,610 183,944,057 206,922,600 208,821,920
5 Grants and contributions 1,037,186,919 1,084,961,970 1,204,970,171 1,210,058,005
Total Voted 1,216,051,529 1,268,906,027 1,411,892,771 1,418,879,925
Total Statutory 24,895,795 25,599,451 26,873,045 25,816,845
Total Budgetary 1,240,947,324 1,294,505,478 1,438,765,816 1,444,696,770

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Department of Canadian Heritage is estimating budgetary expenditures of $1.44 billion in 2017–18. Of this amount, $1.41 billion requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $25.8 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and that are provided for information purposes. This is an increase of $150.2 million when compared with the 2016–17 Main Estimates.

The overall increase is explained by an increase of $24.9 million in Vote 1 (Operating Expenditures), $125.1 million in Vote 5 (Grants and Contributions) and $0.2 million in statutory forecasts.

The increase of $24.9 million in Vote 1 is mainly due mainly to:

  • An increase of $10.5 million for the Grants and Contributions Modernization Initiative (including repairs to the roof of the Canadian Conservation Institute (CCI));
  • An increase of $6.3 million for the celebrations of the 150th anniversary of Confederation, including a reprofile of $0.5 million;
  • An increase of $4.8 million for the transfer of funds and responsibilities for the Multiculturalism Program;
  • An increase of $2.4 million to support the promotion of Canadian artists and cultural industries on the world stage;
  • An increase of $1.3 million for social infrastructure – Canada Cultural Spaces Fund; and
  • A decrease of $0.9 million for the Budget 2016 reductions.

The increase of $125.1 million in Vote 5 is mainly due to:

  • An increase of $82.8 million for Social Infrastructure – Canada Cultural Spaces Fund;
  • An increase of $17.6 million to preserve Indigenous languages in the Northwest Territories, Yukon and Nunavut;
  • An increase of $8.6 million for the transfer of funds and responsibilities for the Multiculturalism Program;
  • An increase of $6.4 million to support the celebrations of Montreal’s 375th anniversary;
  • An increase of $5.0 million for the Harbourfront Centre Funding Program;
  • An increase of $2.6 million to support the promotion of Canadian artists and cultural industries on the world stage; and
  • An increase of $1.9 million to support the Court Challenges Program.

For further details regarding Canadian Heritage, its operations and its use of funds, please refer to the 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 95. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Canadian Heritage
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canadians share, express and appreciate their Canadian identity.
Official Languages 358,867,075 353,724,557 363,467,127
Attachment to Canada 96,962,680 150,174,516 159,884,857
Engagement and Community Participation 45,728,308 60,446,783 92,288,905
Multiculturalism 3,684,723 0 0
Canadian artistic expressions and cultural contentare created and accessible at home and abroad.
Cultural Industries 298,962,377 302,463,015 307,637,660
Arts 110,935,368 116,651,447 206,997,272
Heritage 28,745,475 32,530,362 33,412,967
Canadians participate and excel in sport.
Sport 219,676,973 206,246,850 206,380,884
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 77,384,345 72,267,948 74,627,098
Total 1,240,947,324 1,294,505,478 1,444,696,770

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 96. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Canadian Heritage
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants to the Canada Periodical Fund 69,803,639 72,775,054 72,775,054
Grants in support of the Celebration and Commemoration Program 7,910,072 47,520,000 44,480,000
Grants in support of the Development of Official-Language Communities Program 6,556,111 33,322,973 33,322,973
Grants to the Athlete Assistance Program 27,680,000 28,000,000 28,000,000
Grants to the Canada Cultural Investment Fund 17,729,525 20,000,000 20,000,000
Grants to the Canada Arts Presentation Fund 9,516,354 13,500,000 16,500,000
Grants in support of the Building Communities through Arts and Heritage Program 8,387,986 14,355,000 14,355,000
Grants to the Canada Book Fund 1,686,995 8,300,000 8,300,000
Grant to TV5 Monde 7,922,730 8,000,000 8,000,000
Grants to the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund 2,371,893 5,000,000 7,000,000
Grants in support of the Enhancement of Official Languages Program 676,060 5,599,842 5,599,842
Grants under the Museums Assistance Program 2,565,649 4,663,680 4,663,680
Grants in support of the Multiculturalism Program 653,971 0 3,000,000
Grants to the Canada Music Fund 0 2,000,000 2,000,000
Grants in support of the Canada History Fund 1,000 1,150,060 1,150,060
Grants to the Lieutenant-Governors of the provinces of Canada toward defraying the costs incurred in the exercise of their duties:
Quebec 147,372 147,372 147,372
Ontario 105,627 105,627 105,627
British Columbia 97,814 97,814 97,814
Newfoundland and Labrador 77,590 77,590 77,590
Alberta 75,940 75,940 75,940
Manitoba 73,762 73,762 73,762
Saskatchewan 73,758 73,758 73,758
Nova Scotia 64,199 64,199 64,199
New Brunswick 62,947 62,947 62,947
Prince Edward Island 57,071 57,071 57,071
Grants in support of Innovative Youth Exchange Projects 20,000 100,000 100,000
Grants to support the Youth Take Charge Program 0 100,000 100,000
Total Statutory 1,163,827 819,000 819,000
Contributions
Contributions in support of the Development of Official-Language Communities Program 217,629,716 192,349,017 201,849,017
Contributions for the Sport Support Program 148,895,558 146,315,064 146,615,064
Contributions to support the Canada Media Fund 134,149,077 134,146,077 134,146,077
Contributions in support of the Enhancement of Official Languages Program 117,791,291 105,923,289 105,923,289
Contributions to the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund 21,813,455 20,358,613 101,158,613
Contributions in support of the Celebration and Commemoration Program 27,918,034 52,703,767 62,370,962
Contributions to the Canada Book Fund 34,865,958 28,366,301 28,866,301
Contributions to the Canada Music Fund 23,684,854 22,299,231 24,374,231
Contributions to the Canada Arts Training Fund 22,719,000 22,779,440 22,779,440
Contributions for the Hosting Program 30,549,231 19,865,000 19,865,000
Contributions to support the Aboriginal Peoples’ Program 15,561,315 11,514,078 19,156,935
Contributions in support of the Exchanges Canada Initiative 17,882,378 17,686,359 17,686,359
Contributions to the Canada Arts Presentation Fund 23,373,182 18,477,742 15,477,742
Contributions under the Museums Assistance Program 12,165,510 11,076,284 11,076,284
Contributions in support of the Multiculturalism Program 1,917,127 0 5,521,316
Contribution to the Harbourfront Centre 0 0 5,000,000
Contributions in support of the Building Communities through Arts and Heritage Program 8,287,687 3,300,000 3,300,000
Contributions in support of the Court Challenges Program 284,576 1,406,017 3,291,234
Contributions in support of the Canada History Fund 4,202,342 2,887,330 3,087,330
Contributions to TV5 2,745,200 2,960,900 2,960,900
Contributions to the Canada Periodical Fund 3,208,165 1,999,544 1,999,544
Contributions to the Canada Cultural Investment Fund 1,195,605 1,972,205 1,972,205
Contributions to support the Youth Take Charge Program 1,659,410 1,353,023 1,353,023
Contributions to the Task Force for International Cooperation on Holocaust Education, Remembrance, and Research 44,250 0 44,450

Department of Citizenship and Immigration

Raison d’être

It is often said that Canada is a country of immigrants. And the numbers bear this out: 15 million immigrants have arrived since Confederation (over 6 million new immigrants since 1990); 1 in 5 Canadians were born outside Canada; 86% of eligible immigrants have obtained Canadian citizenship; and Canada is home to over 200 ethnic communities.

Managing the selection and settlement of newcomers – providing them pathways to citizenship – has shaped a nation, rich in diversity and brimming with the skills and innovative energy that have contributed to Canadian society and the economy generation after generation.

Looking forward, managing migration to Canada stands to be equally fundamental to Canada’s future social cohesion and prosperity. Demographic trends and labour force projections attest to the central role immigration will play in fuelling economic growth in a world of increased mobility and interdependence. As a welcoming society, with a successful track record of managing pathways to citizenship, Canada is well-positioned to:

  • Attract global talent;
  • Reunite families;
  • Respond to crises and offer protection;
  • Facilitate travel, study, and temporary work;
  • Maintain world-leading rates of naturalization; and
  • Offer service excellence to clients.

The Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship is responsible for this organization.

Note: Until the establishing legislation is amended, the legal name of the department for the purposes of Appropriation Acts remains Department of Citizenship and Immigration.

Additional information can be found in the Departmental Plan at: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/publications/rpp/index.asp.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 45. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Citizenship and Immigration (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 1,709.73 2,007.14 1,739.22
Total Statutory -173.23 -113.98 -92.26
Figure 46. organizational estimates - non-budgetary - department of citizenship and immigration (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Total Statutory 3.72 0.00 0.00
Table 97. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Citizenship and Immigration
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 619,503,316 604,119,156 679,139,112 545,294,901
5 Capital expenditures 6,776,691 13,706,741 24,875,413 23,756,038
10 Grants and contributions 1,083,445,380 1,152,355,205 1,301,132,271 1,170,171,545
Debt write-off – immigration loans 0 0 1,991,528 0
Total Voted 1,709,725,387 1,770,181,102 2,007,138,324 1,739,222,484
Total Statutory (173,228,121) (119,348,875) (113,975,926) (92,262,896)
Total Budgetary 1,536,497,266 1,650,832,227 1,893,162,398 1,646,959,588
Non-budgetary
Total Statutory 3,721,648 0 0 0
Total non-budgetary 3,721,648 0 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s budgetary Main Estimates for 2017–18 is $1,647.0 million, which represents a net decrease of $3.9 million from the previous year.

Of this amount, $1,739.2 million requires approval from Parliament. The remaining negative $92.3 million represents statutory forecasts (mostly made of Employee Benefit Plans combined with the surplus from Passport program) that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes only.

Items contributing to the year-over-year decrease of $3.9 million are as follows:

  • An increase of $33.3 million to resettle 10,000 additional government-assisted refugees in 2016;
  • An increase of $33.2 million due to statutory adjustments related to the Passport Canada revolving fund;
  • An increase of $33.2 million to the grant for the Canada-Quebec Accord on immigration;
  • An increase of $18.1 million to reduce application processing times and achieve higher admission levels for permanent residents;
  • An increase of $15.4 million to continue the expansion of biometric screening in Canada’s immigration system;
  • An increase of $4.1 million related to the removal of visa requirement for Mexico;
  • A decrease of $80.1 million related to the resettlement of 25,000 Syrian refugees resulting from funding realignment to next years to continue the resettlement of these refugees;
  • A decrease of $29.3 million resulting from the sunsetting of funds related to the implementation and administration of the reforms related to the Temporary Foreign Worker program and the International Mobility program;
  • A decrease of $14.2 million to transfer the budget to Canadian Heritage as a result of the transfer of the responsibilities of the Multiculturalism Program; and
  • A decrease of $8.7 million related to the main components of the Electronic Travel Authorization initiative as its implementation is completed and is now on a steady state.

Further information can be found in the Departmental Plan at: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/publications/rpp/index.asp.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 98. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Citizenship and Immigration
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Newcomers and citizens participate in fostering an integrated society.
Newcomer Settlement and Integration 1,107,030,857 1,174,026,452 1,201,496,174
Citizenship for Newcomers and All Canadians 77,993,946 62,018,218 61,730,209
Migration of permanent and temporary residents that strengthens Canada’s economy.
Permanent Economic Residents 58,368,375 44,243,952 41,914,494
Temporary Economic Residents 29,371,737 53,069,957 24,549,632
Family and humanitarian migration that reunites families and offers protection to the displaced and persecuted.
Family and Discretionary Immigration 33,620,196 36,932,907 34,139,406
Refugee Protection 104,261,333 28,013,358 31,211,048
Managed migration and facilitated travel that promote Canadian interests and protect the health, safety and security of Canadians.
Migration Control and Security Management 108,005,276 154,340,892 130,472,436
Health Protection 41,760,082 75,135,278 63,786,532
Canadian Influence in International Migration and Integration Agenda 6,480,611 5,908,956 6,113,693
Passport (252,405,048) (184,207,868) (151,037,689)
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 217,846,347 189,249,864 202,583,653
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 4,163,554 12,100,261 0
Total 1,536,497,266 1,650,832,227 1,646,959,588

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Table 99. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Non-budgetary - Department of Citizenship and Immigration
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Newcomers and citizens participate in fostering an integrated society.
Newcomer Settlement and Integration 3,721,648 0 0
Total 3,721,648 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 100. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Citizenship and Immigration
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grant for the Canada-Quebec Accord on Immigration 345,059,000 345,059,000 378,213,000
Grant for Migration Policy Development 348,114 350,000 350,000
Contributions
Settlement Program 578,437,254 631,057,002 701,528,602
Resettlement Assistance 154,790,378 162,869,437 85,625,943
Global Assistance to Irregular Migrants 670,000 3,000,000 3,000,000
International Organization for Migration 2,002,843 1,454,000 1,454,000

Department of Employment and Social Development

Raison d’être

The‎ Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, and the Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities‎ are responsible for this organization.

The mission of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), including the Labour Program and Service Canada, is to build a stronger and more competitive Canada, to support Canadians in making choices that help them live productive and rewarding lives, and to improve Canadians’ quality of life.

ESDC delivers a range of programs and services that affect Canadians throughout their lives. The Department provides seniors with basic income security, supports unemployed workers, helps students finance their post-secondary education and assists parents who are raising young children. The Labour Program is responsible for labour laws and policies in federally regulated workplaces. Service Canada helps citizens access ESDC’s programs, as well as other Government of Canada programs and services. Additional information can be found in the organization’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 47. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Employment and Social Development (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 2,360.50 2,849.89 2,423.34
Total Statutory 57,237.53 53,819.91 54,999.51
Figure 48. organizational estimates - non-budgetary - department of employment and social development (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Total Statutory 817.15 549.15 358.76
Table 101. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Employment and Social Development
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 628,710,808 607,999,524 647,951,504 576,846,158
5 Grants and contributions 1,559,677,506 1,692,443,880 2,023,568,756 1,846,494,791
Debt write-off – Government Annuities Account 62,290 0 0 0
Debt write-off – Canada Student Loans 172,045,002 0 178,370,098 0
Total Voted 2,360,495,606 2,300,443,404 2,849,890,358 2,423,340,949
Total Statutory 57,237,532,414 59,337,438,404 53,819,910,504 54,999,514,666
Total Budgetary 59,598,028,020 61,637,881,808 56,669,800,862 57,422,855,615
Non-budgetary
Total Statutory 817,148,156 979,969,792 549,150,322 358,762,888
Total non-budgetary 817,148,156 979,969,792 549,150,322 358,762,888

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

ESDC is planning budgetary expenditures on programs and services totaling $57.4 billion in 2017–18. More than 96% of planned budgetary expenditures will directly benefit Canadians through the Old Age Security Program and other statutory transfer payment programs.

Of the total amount of planned expenditures, $2.4 billion requires approval from Parliament. The remaining $55.0 billion represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The 2017–18 planned expenditures represent a decrease of $2.2 billion, or approximately 4%, when compared to the 2015–16 actual budgetary expenditures of $59.6 billion. The decrease is partly explained by a decrease in Universal Child Care Benefit, replaced by the new Canada Child Benefit. The decrease is offset by an increase to Old Age Security Pension and Guaranteed Income Supplement payments resulting from the aging population and the planned increase in the average monthly benefit amount.

When compared to the 2016–17 budgetary Main Estimates of $61.6 billion, the 2017–18 planned expenditures represent a decrease of $4.2 billion, primarily associated with statutory items. In particular, Universal Child Care Benefit represents a decrease of $7.7 billion. This significant decrease is offset by increases to the following items:

  • An increase of $2.8 billion to Old Age Security Pension and Guaranteed Income Supplement payments explained by changes in the average monthly rate and in the number of beneficiaries;
  • An increase of $461.5 million to the Canada Student Loans and Grants for Students and Apprentices Program, mostly explained by an increase to Canada Student Grants as a result of Budget 2016 measures to make post-secondary education more affordable for low- and middle-income families; and
  • A $107.0 million increase to the Canada Disability Savings Grants and Bonds, which is due to a steady increase in total registered Canada Disability Savings Plans and participation in the program.

The Department plans to spend $576.8 million in 2017–18 in net operating expenditures (Vote 1), representing a decrease of $31.2 million from the 2016–17 Main Estimates of $608.0 million. The net decrease is mainly related to a reduction in resources for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program.

Voted grants and contributions (Vote 5) are expected to reach $1.8 billion in 2017–18, an increase of $154.1 million from the 2016–17 Main Estimates. The increase is mainly attributable to investments announced in Budget 2016 to the Canada Summer Jobs and the Homelessness Partnering Strategy.

In relation to non-budgetary loans, there is a net decrease in authorities of $621.2 million from the 2016–17 Main Estimates, mainly as a result of Budget 2016 measures which increase grants and reduce the disbursement of loans as more borrowers will have their financial needs met by the increase in grants.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 102. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Employment and Social Development
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Income security, access to opportunities and well-being for individuals, families and communities.
Income Security 46,108,407,989 49,042,853,716 51,916,187,629
Social Development 8,961,100,867 7,933,212,853 311,001,403
A skilled, adaptable and inclusive labour force and an efficient labour market.
Learning 2,489,519,002 2,479,065,886 2,969,076,593
Skills and Employment 1,587,159,057 1,693,306,935 1,783,515,753
Safe, fair and productive workplaces and cooperative workplace relations.
Labour 123,719,176 161,240,615 160,249,779
Government-wide service excellence.
Service Network Supporting Government Departments 49,259,236 51,132,597 56,037,812
Delivery of Services for Other Government of Canada Programs 17,442,316 23,418,496 20,654,469
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 261,420,377 253,650,710 206,132,177
Total 59,598,028,020 61,637,881,808 57,422,855,615

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Table 103. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Non-budgetary - Department of Employment and Social Development
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A skilled, adaptable and inclusive labour force and an efficient labour market.
Learning 817,148,156 979,969,792 358,762,888
Total 817,148,156 979,969,792 358,762,888

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 104. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Employment and Social Development
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Apprenticeship Grants 100,928,500 114,552,200 114,552,200
New Horizons for Seniors Program 34,836,993 41,340,000 41,340,000
Enabling Accessibility Fund Small Projects Grant 13,531,118 13,650,000 15,650,000
Grants to not-for-profit, for-profit, and aboriginal organizations, municipal, provincial and territorial governments for adult learning, literacy and essential skills 0 14,800,000 14,800,000
Grants to non-profit organizations for activities eligible for support through the Social Development Partnerships Program 7,798,333 14,775,000 14,275,000
Federal Income Support for Parents of Murdered or Missing Children 52,780 10,000,000 10,000,000
Pathways to Education Canada Grant 9,500,000 9,500,000 9,500,000
Labour Funding Program 1,203,000 1,703,000 1,703,000
Grants to not-for-profit organizations, individuals, municipal governments, Band/tribal councils and other Aboriginal organizations, public health and educational institutions, Régies régionales, for-profit enterprises, research organizations and research institutes to carry out research on homelessness to help communities better understand and more effectively address homelessness issues 0 250,000 500,000
Named grants for the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development 81,005 100,000 100,000
Total Statutory 56,353,817,132 58,339,214,355 53,921,370,909
Contributions
Payments to provinces, territories, municipalities, other public bodies, organizations, groups, communities, employers and individuals for the provision of training and/or work experience, the mobilization of community resources, and human resource planning and adjustment measures necessary for the efficient functioning of the Canadian labour market 497,729,310 563,032,566 677,223,000
Contributions to not-for-profit organizations, individuals, municipal governments, Band/tribal councils and other Aboriginal organizations, public health and educational institutions, Régies régionales, for-profit enterprises, research organizations and research institutes to support activities to help alleviate and prevent homelessness across Canada and to carry out research on homelessness to help communities better understand and more effectively address homelessness issues 104,249,179 111,494,275 158,762,578
Contributions to provincial/territorial governments, band councils, tribal councils, Aboriginal Skills and Employment Training Strategy agreement holders, municipal governments, not-for-profit organizations, professional associations, business and private sector organizations, consortia, industry groups, unions, regulatory bodies, ad-hoc associations, public health institutions, school boards, universities, colleges, CEGEPs, sector councils, and cross-sectoral councils to support enhanced productivity and competitiveness of Canadian workplaces by supporting investment in and recognition and utilization of skills 16,576,408 27,144,123 43,240,013
Contributions to organizations to support the development of human resources, economic growth, job creation and retention in official language minority communities 11,980,750 12,000,000 12,000,000
Payments to provinces, territories, municipalities, other public bodies, organizations, groups, communities, employers and individuals for the provision of training and/or work or business experience, the mobilization of community resources and human resource planning and adjustment measures necessary for the social development of Canadians and other participants in Canadian life 6,271,827 5,840,000 5,840,000
Contributions to not-for-profit, for-profit, and aboriginal organizations, municipal, provincial and territorial governments for adult learning, literacy and essential skills 8,375,806 3,209,000 3,209,000
Payments to non-profit organizations to develop national or provincial/territorial/regional educational and awareness activities to help reduce the incidence of elder abuse and fraud 2,438,380 1,800,000 1,800,000
Total Statutory 518,565,138 593,556,097 684,843,230
Other Transfer Payments
Payments to provinces and territories to deliver employment programs and services under the Canada Job Fund and under the Labour Market Agreements 500,000,000 500,000,000 500,000,000
Payments to provinces and territories under the Multilateral Framework for Labour Market Agreements for Persons with Disabilities 222,000,000 222,000,000 222,000,000

Department of Finance

Raison d’être

The Department of Finance Canada (Department) contributes to a strong economy and sound public finances for Canadians. It does so by monitoring developments in Canada and around the world to provide first-rate analysis and advice to the Government of Canada and by developing and implementing fiscal and economic policies that support the economic and social goals of Canada and its people.

The Department also plays a central role in ensuring that government spending is focused on results and delivers value for taxpayer dollars. The Department interacts extensively with other federal organizations and acts as an effective conduit for the views of participants in the economy from all parts of Canada.

The Minister of Finance is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 49. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Finance (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 100.50 98.06 89.28
Total Statutory 86,906.81 88,672.72 90,054.33
Figure 50. organizational estimates - non-budgetary - department of finance (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Total Statutory 54,811.89 0.00 0.00
Table 105. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Finance
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 100,498,865 90,740,545 98,060,618 89,280,597
5 Authority for amount by way of direct payments to the International Development Association pursuant to Bretton Woods and Related Agreements Act 0 1 1 1
Authority to increase the limit of insured loans under the Protection of Residential Mortgage or Hypothecary Insurance Act 0 0 1 0
Total Voted 100,498,865 90,740,546 98,060,620 89,280,598
Total Statutory 86,906,813,294 89,373,051,964 88,672,716,812 90,054,330,703
Total Budgetary 87,007,312,159 89,463,792,510 88,770,777,432 90,143,611,301
Non-budgetary
Total Statutory 54,811,893,118 0 0 0
Total non-budgetary 54,811,893,118 0 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Finance is estimating budgetary expenditures of $90.1 billion in 2017–18. Of this amount $90.0 billion or 99% represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information only. The remaining $89.3 million require approval by Parliament.

The 2017–18 Main Estimates of $90.1 billion is $679.8 million higher compared to the 2016–17 Main Estimates of $89.5 billion, and is due to an increase of $681.3 million in statutory votes offset by a $1.5 million decrease in voted amounts.

The increase of $681.3 million in statutory votes is mainly due to:

  • Canada Health Transfer – An increase of $1.1 billion reflecting the annual increased funding commitment in the Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act, 2012. Starting in 2017–18, the CHT grows based on a three-year moving average of nominal gross domestic product growth, with funding guaranteed to increase by at least 3 per cent per year. From 2006–07 to 2016–17, the CHT grew 6 per cent per year;
  • Canada Social Transfer – An increase of $400.4 million reflecting the 3% annual increased funding commitment that commenced in 2009–10 and which was continued in the Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act, 2012 for 2014–15 and subsequent years;
  • Fiscal Equalization – An increase of $373.2 million reflecting the 2.09% gross domestic product-based escalator being applied to the 2016–17 level;
  • Territorial Financing – An increase of $145.5 million as a result of new and updated data used to calculate territorial expenditure requirements and revenue capacities entering the formula for Territorial Formula Financing;
  • Alternative Payments for Standing Programs – A decrease in recoveries in the amount of $20.5 million as a result of a decrease in the value of personal income tax points that were transferred to Quebec;
  • Purchase of Domestic Coinage – An increase of $8.0 million due to proposed amendments to the Royal Canadian Mint Act, which repealed the stipulation that the Mint cannot anticipate profit with respect to the provision of circulation coins;
  • Youth Allowance Recovery – A decreased recovery of $2.0 million as a result of a decrease in the estimated value of personal income tax points that were transferred to Quebec;
  • Additional Fiscal Equalization Offset Payment to Nova Scotia – A decrease of $13.3 million due to the decline in offshore oil and gas revenues received by Nova Scotia. The Nova Scotia 2005 offshore arrangement guarantees that the province’s offshore oil and gas revenues that enter the Equalization formula do not impact Equalization payments. Consequently, the province receives payments equal to the decline in Equalization due to these revenues;
  • Additional Fiscal Equalization to Nova Scotia – A decrease of $43.9 million due to new data entering the formula, which is an average of data for three fiscal years. This program ensures that there is no reduction in combined Equalization and 2005 Offshore Accord Offset Payments relative to the previous Equalization formula (pre-2007);
  • Other Interest Costs – A decrease of $528.0 million reflecting forecasted long-term bond rates by private sector economists in the 2016 Fall Economic Statement, which affects the average long-term bond rate that is used to calculate interest on the public sector pension obligations pertaining to services pre-April 1, 2000; and
  • Interest on Unmatured Debt – A decrease of $764.0 million due to a downward revision of interest rates by private sector economists for 2017–18, consistent with the 2016 Fall Economic Statement.

The decrease of $1.5 million in Vote 1, Program expenditures is mainly due to a decrease in funding for:

  • Budget 2015 initiatives ($1.0 million): G-20 Framework Working Group ($0.6 million); Corporate Asset Management Review ($0.4 million); and
  • Budget 2016 reductions to professional services, advertising and travel ($0.5 million).

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 106. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Finance
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A strong economy and sound public finances for Canadians.
Transfer and Taxation Payment Programs 64,106,557,531 66,484,237,172 68,450,488,707
Treasury and Financial Affairs 22,793,429,403 22,878,000,000 21,594,000,000
Economic and Fiscal Policy Framework 63,516,872 60,440,111 60,243,914
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 43,808,353 41,115,227 38,878,680
Total 87,007,312,159 89,463,792,510 90,143,611,301

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Table 107. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Non-budgetary - Department of Finance
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A strong economy and sound public finances for Canadians.
Transfer and Taxation Payment Programs 168,760,887 0 0
Treasury and Financial Affairs 54,643,132,231 0 0
Total 54,811,893,118 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 108. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Finance
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Contributions
Research and Policy Initiatives Assistance 27,500 35,000 35,000
Other Transfer Payments
Total Statutory 64,102,274,400 66,482,746,634 68,449,209,566

Department of Fisheries and Oceans

Raison d’être

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) supports strong and sustainable economic growth in our marine and fisheries sectors and contributes to a prosperous economy through global commerce by supporting exports and advancing safe maritime trade. The Department supports the innovation needed for a knowledge-based economy through research in expanding sectors such as aquaculture and biotechnology.

The Department contributes to a clean and healthy environment and sustainable aquatic ecosystems for Canadians through habitat protection, oceans management and ecosystems research.

The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG), as a Special Operating Agency within DFO, is responsible for services and programs that contribute to all three of the Department’s strategic outcomes while also contributing significantly to the safety, security, and accessibility of Canada’s waterways. The CCG also supports other government organizations by providing a civilian fleet and a broadly distributed shore-based infrastructure. The Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 51. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Fisheries and Oceans (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 2,053.40 2,457.04 2,081.15
Total Statutory 119.40 133.32 119.81
Table 109. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Fisheries and Oceans
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 1,253,876,670 1,238,519,588 1,396,910,931 1,258,375,596
5 Capital expenditures 705,255,421 809,655,097 958,127,130 751,805,774
10 Grants and contributions 94,266,293 65,510,981 101,998,451 70,969,884
Total Voted 2,053,398,384 2,113,685,666 2,457,036,512 2,081,151,254
Total Statutory 119,399,551 127,363,923 133,318,730 119,805,674
Total Budgetary 2,172,797,935 2,241,049,589 2,590,355,242 2,200,956,928

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Fisheries and Oceans has three mandated strategic outcomes, which are:

  • Economically prosperous maritime sectors and fisheries;
  • Sustainable aquatic ecosystems; and
  • Safe and secure waters.

Fisheries and Oceans is estimating budgetary expenditures of $2.2 billion in 2017–18. Compared to 2016–17, Main Estimates have decreased by $40.1 million. Significant changes include:

  • An increase of $41.2 million related to investing in ocean and freshwater research in Canada;
  • An increase of $20.0 million related to addressing the threat of pollutants from the M/V Kathryn Spirit;
  • An increase of $15.7 million related to protecting marine coastal areas;
  • A decrease of $43.6 million related to Canadian Coast Guard offshore fisheries science vessels;
  • A decrease of $39.9 million related to the Federal Infrastructure Initiative; and
  • A decrease of $16.0 million related to vessel fuel for the Canadian Coast Guard.

For additional information, please see the Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 110. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Fisheries and Oceans
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Safe and Secure Waters.
Fleet Operational Readiness 778,918,291 863,517,816 730,802,589
Shore-Based Asset Readiness 103,264,378 101,167,711 121,188,483
Hydrographic Products and Services 28,200,785 29,428,016 34,556,501
Search and Rescue Services 31,104,607 31,613,840 33,890,834
Marine Communications and Traffic Services 42,256,838 34,101,584 33,679,329
Ocean Forecasting 15,077,397 8,463,792 16,390,301
Canadian Coast Guard College 15,612,170 13,096,266 12,946,128
Maritime Security 7,111,947 8,491,010 8,415,573
Economically Prosperous Maritime Sectors and Fisheries.
Small Craft Harbours 217,947,740 277,650,414 213,252,617
Integrated Fisheries Management 131,253,481 128,176,269 147,811,981
Aboriginal Strategies and Governance 86,077,797 56,234,640 55,786,486
Marine Navigation 43,632,492 46,288,327 46,011,571
Sustainable Aquaculture Program 23,961,078 27,951,814 30,475,056
Salmonid Enhancement Program 29,496,542 29,458,464 29,195,310
International Engagement 14,210,564 14,010,930 13,127,462
Aquatic Animal Health 5,764,048 5,515,751 6,114,231
Biotechnology and Genomics 3,778,332 3,382,084 3,192,457
Climate Change Adaptation Program 2,208,729 0 2,385,497
Territorial Delineation 1,329,507 1,625,067 1,182,400
Sustainable Aquatic Ecosystems.
Compliance and Enforcement 99,549,696 103,320,201 102,351,038
Fisheries Protection 61,653,577 63,121,302 71,359,349
Oceans Management 47,134,443 40,202,708 54,268,898
Environmental Response Services 17,819,882 17,926,048 34,918,463
Species at Risk 21,092,704 22,534,830 22,354,201
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 344,340,910 313,770,705 375,300,173
Total 2,172,797,935 2,241,049,589 2,200,956,928

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 111. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Fisheries and Oceans
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grant Program for the disposal of small craft harbours 1,600,000 500,000 500,000
Grants for the Disposal of Surplus Lighthouses 1,480,000 500,000 500,000
Grants to support organizations associated with research, development, management, and promotion of fisheries and oceans-related issues 139,944 238,000 245,500
Grant to Support Indigenous Groups in Negotiations of Conservation Measures 0 0 100,000
Contributions
Contributions to support increased Native participation in commercial fisheries, cooperative fisheries management arrangements and consultations respecting Aboriginal fisheries agreements 45,585,599 27,002,530 27,002,530
Contributions under the Aboriginal Aquatic Resource and Oceans Management Program 20,679,290 16,435,706 15,882,140
Contributions to support the Recreational Fisheries Conservation Partnerships Program 11,277,179 10,000,000 10,000,000
Contribution agreements to permit the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary (CCGA) Associations to carry out authorized activities related to maritime Search and Rescue (SAR) operations, SAR prevention and other safety related activities 5,533,536 5,521,000 6,021,000
Ocean and Freshwater Science Contribution Program 0 0 5,220,000
Contributions to support the Academic Research Contribution Program for the support of academic research and development related to science priorities 2,310,415 2,839,228 1,544,728
Contribution to the Pacific Salmon Foundation 1,497,513 962,000 962,000
Indigenous Community-Boat Volunteer Program 0 0 750,000
Contributions to support the Small Craft Harbours Class Contribution Program 698,887 500,000 500,000
Participant Funding Program for Reviews Related to Fish, Fish Habitat and Navigation 0 0 500,000
Contribution to Support Establishment and Management of Conservation Measures 0 0 495,000
Contributions to support organizations associated with research, development, management, and promotion of fisheries and oceans-related issues 3,215,830 758,217 485,486
Contribution to the Salmon Sub-Committee of the Yukon Fish and Wildlife Management Board for implementing responsibilities pursuant to comprehensive land claim settlements 248,100 254,300 261,500

Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development

Raison d’être

Under the leadership of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of International Trade and the Minister of International Development and La Francophonie, Global Affairs Canada is responsible for conducting Canada’s international relations, including foreign affairs, international trade and commerce, international development, consular services for Canadians, and the Government of Canada’s global network of missions abroad.

Note: Until the establishing legislation is amended, the legal name of the department for the purposes of Appropriation Acts remains Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 52. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 5,564.63 6,115.45 5,633.73
Total Statutory 432.22 359.93 368.39
Figure 53. organizational estimates - non-budgetary - department of foreign affairs, trade and development (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted -1.59 0.00 0.00
Total Statutory 53.48 3.10 39.86
Table 112. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 1,529,980,770 1,458,048,856 1,602,891,841 1,557,659,937
5 Capital expenditures 135,740,375 124,444,220 177,876,478 106,313,014
10 Grants and contributions 3,834,875,859 3,529,676,551 4,251,965,821 3,903,486,753
15 Payments, in respect of pension, insurance and social security programs or other arrangements for employees locally engaged outside of Canada, or in respect of the administration of such programs or arrangements 64,032,147 50,779,000 64,706,000 66,273,000
20 Pursuant to subsection 12(2) of the International Development (Financial Institutions) Assistance Act, payments to international financial institutions – Direct payments 0 1 1 1
Debt forgiveness – Loans to the government of the Republic of Cuba 0 0 18,009,733 0
Total Voted 5,564,629,151 5,162,948,628 6,115,449,874 5,633,732,705
Total Statutory 432,223,415 352,592,269 359,929,125 368,393,362
Total Budgetary 5,996,852,566 5,515,540,897 6,475,378,999 6,002,126,067
Non-budgetary
Voted
L25 Pursuant to subsection 12(2) of the International Development (Financial Institutions) Assistance Act, payments to international financial institutions – Capital subscriptions 0 1 1 1
Working capital advance – Loans and advances 1,864,632 0 0 0
Working capital advance – Advances to posts abroad (3,449,639) 0 0 0
Total Voted (1,585,007) 1 1 1
Total Statutory 53,481,420 3,098,450 3,098,450 39,860,000
Total non-budgetary 51,896,413 3,098,451 3,098,451 39,860,001

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development is estimating budgetary expenditures of $6.0 billion in 2017–18. Of this amount, $5.6 billion requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $368.4 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

Significant items contributing to the net increase of $486.6 million from the 2016–17 Main Estimates include:

  • An increase of $239.6 million to address the crises in Iraq and Syria and their impact on the region. This funding will support Canada’s response to the Middle East crises and the needs of conflict-affected people in Iraq, Syria, Jordan and Lebanon. This includes military resources to train, advise and assist Iraqi security forces in their efforts to degrade and defeat Daesh; stabilization, humanitarian and development assistance in Iraq and the region to address short-term needs and support resiliency, stability and prosperity over the long term; as well as diplomatic engagement;
  • An increase of $213.9 million for the Peace and Stabilization Operations Program. Through the program, Canada works with its allies, partners and the UN to help stop violence, foster stability and create the necessary conditions for dialogue and conflict resolution.

The Program funds projects to advance key peace and security priorities, including support for peacebuilding efforts in the Middle East, as well as for the deployment of civilian experts to work in areas of fragility;

  • An increase of $41.3 million to help developing countries in Asia and the Pacific address impact of climate change through the Climate Fund for the Private Sector;
  • An increase of $31.1 million to support the management of the Canada-U.S. Softwood Lumber initiative, including negotiations towards a new agreement, ongoing monitoring of exports, and legal preparations for possible trade remedies action;
  • A decrease of $25.3 million in the cost of assessed contributions, due to changes in the international organizations’ budgets and the impact of currency fluctuations resulting from the payment in the prescribed foreign currency of these contributions which represent Canada’s treaty obligations and legal commitments to international organizations such as United Nations and World Health Organization; and
  • A decrease of $11.9 million relating to the impact of foreign currency fluctuations incurred on expenditures at missions abroad.

For additional information, please refer to the 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 113. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
International Assistance and Poverty Alleviation - Poverty is reduced, and security and democracy are increased for those living in countries where Canada engages.
International Development 2,480,948,658 2,332,030,755 2,337,159,353
International Humanitarian Assistance 700,103,212 561,725,322 726,422,468
International Security and Democratic Development 364,417,410 237,453,939 475,406,438
Canada’s International Agenda - The international agenda is shaped to advance Canadian security, prosperity, interests and values.
Diplomacy, Advocacy, and International Agreements 954,956,846 949,769,188 975,067,088
Integrated Foreign Affairs, Trade, and Development Policy 76,209,297 80,118,760 82,495,830
Canada’s Network Abroad - The Department maintains a mission network of infrastructure and services to enable the Government of Canada to achieve its international priorities.
Mission Network Governance, Strategic Direction and Common Services 693,665,951 667,852,766 673,226,550
Management of Government of Canada Terms and Conditions of Employment Abroad 234,377,684 203,620,216 234,213,875
International Commercial and Consular Services for Canadians - Canadians are satisfied with commercial and consular services.
International Commerce 164,459,301 194,782,982 199,530,308
Consular Services and Emergency Management 48,404,466 52,012,000 54,513,189
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 279,309,741 236,174,969 244,090,968
Total 5,996,852,566 5,515,540,897 6,002,126,067

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Table 114. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Non-budgetary - Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canada’s Network Abroad - The Department maintains a mission network of infrastructure and services to enable the Government of Canada to achieve its international priorities.
Mission Network Governance, Strategic Direction and Common Services (1,585,007) 0 0
International Assistance and Poverty Alleviation - Poverty is reduced, and security and democracy are increased for those living in countries where Canada engages.
International Development 53,481,420 3,098,451 39,860,001
Total 51,896,413 3,098,451 39,860,001

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 115. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants for Multilateral Programming: Grants in support of development assistance, humanitarian assistance or disaster preparedness, for global operations, programs, projects, activities and appeals for the benefit of developing countries or territories or countries in transition 1,940,967,993 1,962,345,854 2,107,623,251
Grants in support of the Peace and Stabilization Operations Program 0 0 140,000,000
Grants for Partnerships with Canadians Programming: Grants for development assistance programs, projects and activities intended to support development for the benefit of developing countries or territories or countries in transition or to enhance the awareness, understanding, and engagement of Canadians with respect to development 22,397,552 38,900,000 38,900,001
Global Partnership Program for the destruction, disposal and securing of weapons and materials of mass destruction and related expertise 18,286,083 20,550,000 20,550,000
Grants in lieu of taxes on diplomatic, consular and international organizations’ property in Canada in accordance with terms and conditions approved by the Governor in Council 13,804,944 15,854,000 15,854,000
Grants for Counter-Terrorism Capacity Building Program 8,642,706 5,470,000 13,970,000
Grants for the Anti-Crime Capacity Building Program 7,683,323 9,500,000 9,500,000
Grants for Bilateral Programming: Grants for cooperation with other donor countries for the benefit of developing countries or territories or countries in transition 0 9,900,000 7,832,776
Grants in aid of academic relations 1,185,825 2,530,000 2,530,000
Annual host-country financial support for the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity 1,182,489 1,188,519 1,195,243
United Nations Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture 60,000 60,000 60,000
United Nations Trust Fund on Indigenous Issues 0 30,000 30,000
Total Statutory 241,205 250,000 250,000
Contributions
Payments of Assessed Contributions to International Organizations:
United Nations peacekeeping operations (US$229,451,187) 323,932,304 313,561,622 289,915,299
United Nations Organization (US$93,973,191) 107,815,896 126,614,400 123,405,594
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) – civil administration (17,163,217 Euro) 36,637,479 25,577,573 25,156,127
World Health Organization (US$7,709,632) (7,160,240 Swiss Francs) 17,853,723 18,607,036 19,678,197
Food and Agriculture Organization (US$8,149,050) (5,921,037 Euro) 19,022,922 19,605,874 19,379,796
Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (12,070,516 Euro) 17,792,563 19,938,878 17,691,755
International Atomic Energy Agency (9,998,948 Euro)(US$1,502,661) 14,706,139 16,589,976 16,628,752
International Labour Organization (11,705,612 Swiss Francs) 14,827,277 16,068,293 15,618,798
International Organization of La Francophonie (10,264,401 Euro) 15,742,901 15,073,146 15,044,532
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (9,939,954 Euro) 14,503,008 14,807,287 14,568,991
Pan-American Health Organization (US$10,198,573) 0 0 13,392,766
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (4,247,352 Euro) (US$5,421,164) 13,182,412 14,098,608 13,344,417
International Criminal Court (8,466,000 Euro) 10,078,233 10,822,827 12,408,616
Organization of American States (US$9,025,311) 11,959,822 11,556,780 11,852,039
World Trade Organization (5,434,900 Swiss Francs) 7,198,867 7,460,488 7,251,787
Commonwealth Secretariat (3,972,109 Pounds Sterling) 6,839,170 6,971,361 6,927,756
Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (2,384,640 Euro) (US$1,224,721) 4,726,264 5,082,252 5,103,470
Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (US$3,101,792) 4,062,234 4,091,903 4,073,273
Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (2,186,090 Euro) 2,953,326 3,253,769 3,204,152
Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission (US$1,842,899) 1,903,942 2,145,719 2,420,095
International Civil Aviation Organization 2,701,997 2,382,785 2,410,492
International Energy Agency (975,978 Euro) 1,433,818 1,425,988 1,430,491
International Agency for Research on Cancer (882,900 Euro) 0 0 1,294,067
Commonwealth Foundation (690,365 Pounds Sterling) 1,347,689 1,401,020 1,204,066
Commonwealth Youth Program (640,561 Pounds Sterling) 1,533,759 1,602,711 1,117,202
United Nations framework Convention on Climate Change (596,234 Euro) 788,984 411,710 873,900
Nuclear Energy Agency of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (563,750 Euro) 737,474 788,102 826,289
Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Secretariat (US$122,800) (574,400 SGD) 724,237 706,327 716,878
Convention on Biological Diversity (US$512,259) 633,014 637,140 672,698
World Intellectual Property Organization (454,867 Swiss Francs) 617,292 625,663 606,929
International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (411,393 Euro) 546,789 565,813 602,978
World Customs Organization (402,551 Euro) 558,292 570,393 590,019
International Maritime Organization (211,453 Pounds Sterling) 398,376 429,121 368,796
International Seabed Authority (US$257,760) 301,219 338,122 338,490
Non-proliferation, Arms Control and Disarmament (US$231,092) 172,230 241,006 303,470
The Vienna Convention and its Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (US$206,730) 202,212 205,958 271,478
Peace Implementation Council (181,799 Euro) 270,442 283,393 266,463
Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (US$199,165) 281,959 252,702 261,543
Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary Movements of Hazardous Wastes and their Disposal (US$182,668) 238,563 231,655 239,880
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development Centre for Education and Research (145,769 Euro) 214,151 213,015 213,654
Rotterdam Convention on the Prior Informed Consent Procedure for Certain Hazardous Chemicals and Pesticides in International Trade (US$103,782) 129,457 131,614 136,287
Wassenaar Arrangement (75,767 Euro) 95,297 107,885 111,051
Secrétariat technique permanent des conférences ministérielles de l’éducation, de la jeunesse et des sports des pays d’expression française (21,364,157 CFA) (26,273 Euro) 85,897 86,698 87,026
Permanent Court of Arbitration (49,813 Euro) 65,566 72,436 73,011
International Commodity Organizations (28,551 Euro) 47,440 42,595 41,847
International Fact Finding Commission (11,481 Swiss Francs) 15,068 15,376 15,319
Contributions for Bilateral Programming: Contributions in support of development assistance, contributions for cooperation with countries in transition and contributions in support of regional or country specific development assistance programs, projects and activities for the benefit of developing countries or territories or countries in transition 704,536,880 440,728,986 444,827,759
Contributions for Partnerships with Canadians Programming: Contributions for development assistance programs, projects and activities intended to support development for the benefit of developing countries or territories or countries in transition or to enhance the awareness, understanding, and engagement of Canadians with respect to development 238,795,161 218,292,015 218,292,015
Contributions for Multilateral Programming: Contributions in support of development assistance, humanitarian assistance or disaster preparedness, for global operations, programs, projects, activities and appeals for the benefit of developing countries or territories or countries in transition 17,072,872 9,051,550 53,480,000
Contributions in support of the Peace and Stabilization Operations Program 0 0 43,800,000
Contributions under the Global Partnership Program for the destruction, disposal and securing of weapons and materials of mass destruction and related expertise 29,968,958 42,940,000 42,940,000
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives 13,859,610 34,100,000 34,100,000
Global Commerce Support Program 6,256,127 17,955,855 17,955,855
Contribution for Counter-Terrorism Capacity Building Program 16,700,522 4,900,000 8,222,565
Projects and development activities resulting from Summits of La Francophonie 8,300,000 8,000,000 8,000,000
Contributions for the Anti-Crime Capacity Building Program 6,682,940 7,092,625 7,092,625
Canadian International Innovation Program 327,614 5,852,500 5,852,500
Contributions in Aid of Academic Relations 6,110,096 4,587,627 4,587,627
Annual Voluntary Contributions 3,242,770 3,450,000 3,450,000
Northern Dimension of Canada’s Foreign Policy 576,487 700,000 700,000
Other Transfer Payments
Total Statutory 287,539,955 245,000,000 227,048,000

Department of Health

Raison d’être

Health Canada regulates specific products and controlled substances, works with partners to support improved health outcomes for First Nations and Inuit, supports innovation and information sharing in Canada’s health system to help Canadians maintain and improve their health, and contributes to strengthening Canada’s record as a country with one of the healthiest populations in the world.

The Minister of Health is responsible for this organization.

Additional information can be found in Health Canada’s 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 54. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Health (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 3,627.47 4,005.44 4,097.37
Total Statutory 253.66 181.76 170.99
Table 116. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Health
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 1,804,922,604 1,768,947,706 1,933,822,900 1,943,584,804
5 Capital expenditures 30,601,816 25,407,249 32,249,195 37,230,214
10 Contributions 1,791,950,569 1,785,339,382 2,039,368,714 2,116,553,920
Total Voted 3,627,474,989 3,579,694,337 4,005,440,809 4,097,368,938
Total Statutory 253,657,163 176,910,600 181,759,613 170,992,070
Total Budgetary 3,881,132,152 3,756,604,937 4,187,200,422 4,268,361,008

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

With authorities of $4.3 billion anticipated through the Main Estimates, Health Canada will continue improving the lives of all Canadians making this country’s population among the healthiest in the world as measured by longevity, lifestyle and effective use of the public health care system. Health Canada’s total authorities for 2017–18 have a net increase of $511.8 million from the previous year’s Main Estimates.

This increase in funding will support Health Canada’s goals and the Government of Canada priorities in the following areas:

Improving health outcomes for First Nations and Inuit:

  • Funding to implement interim federal policy reforms related to Jordan’s Principle to improve access to health and social services for First Nations children living on reserve;
  • Funding to continue to fulfill Canada’s obligations under the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement; and
  • Funding to provide immediate and targeted mental wellness support to First Nations and Inuit.

Supporting innovation in health care and health research:

  • Funding for Canada Health Infoway for the implementation of e-prescribing Technology and Telehomecare;
  • Funding for the Brain Canada Foundation; and
  • Funding for the Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Innovation.

Assessing and addressing environmental health impacts:

  • Funding to support scientific research on the health impacts of air pollution; and
  • Funding to support adaptation to climate change programs to mitigate health risks.

Supporting Infrastructure investments:

  • Funding to undertake capital repairs, expansions and new builds to community health and social facilities on reserves;
  • Funding to renew and enhance public health services related to water and wastewater on reserve; and
  • Funding to maintain and upgrade federal infrastructure assets.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 117. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Health
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
First Nations and Inuit communities and individuals receive health services and benefits that are responsive to their needs so as to improve their health status.
Supplementary Health Benefits for First Nations and Inuit 1,138,729,982 1,180,001,880 1,238,036,465
First Nations and Inuit Primary Health Care 888,041,558 843,780,295 1,099,570,276
Health Infrastructure Support for First Nations and Inuit 672,276,324 683,792,972 796,373,302
Health risks and benefits associated with food, products, substances, and environmental factors are appropriately managed and communicated to Canadians.
Health Products 145,641,623 146,005,296 147,322,313
Environmental Risks to Health 87,559,410 72,844,578 96,356,868
Substance Use and Misuse 84,450,294 87,797,766 88,941,061
Food Safety and Nutrition 63,941,395 68,562,778 67,881,855
Pesticides 41,360,034 40,238,976 39,983,502
Consumer Product and Workplace Hazardous Materials 34,513,091 37,562,015 38,015,185
Radiation Protection 20,871,026 13,148,978 18,294,915
A health system responsive to the needs of Canadians.
Canadian Health System Policy 329,580,184 260,866,701 297,012,268
Official Language Minority Community Development 37,221,431 38,093,638 35,328,730
Specialized Health Services 15,260,199 18,685,517 18,326,068
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 321,685,601 265,223,547 286,918,200
Total 3,881,132,152 3,756,604,937 4,268,361,008

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 118. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Health
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Total Statutory 82,700,467 0 0
Contributions
Contributions for First Nations and Inuit Primary Health Care 659,852,641 621,858,728 802,295,540
Contributions for First Nations and Inuit Health Infrastructure Support 637,662,686 645,276,337 752,465,894
Contributions for First Nations and Inuit Supplementary Health Benefits 200,370,251 210,928,523 220,707,524
Contribution to the Canadian Institute for Health Information 78,508,979 78,748,979 78,748,979
Contribution to the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer 47,296,994 47,500,000 47,500,000
Official Languages Health Contribution Program 36,399,999 36,400,000 33,800,000
Contribution to Canada Health Infoway 0 0 29,000,000
Canada Brain Research Fund Program 6,180,793 5,794,032 27,000,000
Health Care Policy Contribution Program 17,839,928 25,509,000 26,874,000
Substance Use and Addictions Program 25,467,729 26,350,014 26,350,014
Contribution to the Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement 2,000,000 12,000,000 17,000,000
Contribution to the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health 16,058,769 16,058,769 16,058,769
Mental Health Commission of Canada Contribution Program 0 0 14,250,000
Thalidomide Survivors Contribution Program 8,000,000 8,160,000 8,323,200
Contribution to the Canadian Patient Safety Institute 7,600,000 7,600,000 7,600,000
Canadian Blood Services: Blood Research and Development Program 5,000,000 5,000,000 5,000,000
Contribution to strengthen Canada’s organs and tissues donation and transplantation system 3,580,000 3,580,000 3,580,000
Total Statutory 960,441 0 0

Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development

Raison d’être

Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) supports Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit and Métis) and Northerners in their efforts to:

  • improve social well-being and economic prosperity;
  • develop healthier, more sustainable communities; and
  • participate more fully in Canada’s political, social and economic development – to the benefit of all Canadians.

The Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs is responsible for this organization.

Note: Until the establishing legislation is amended, the legal name of the department for Appropriation Acts remains Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 55. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 7,807.65 9,282.56 9,903.53
Total Statutory 147.64 165.58 153.26
Figure 56. organizational estimates - non-budgetary - department of indian affairs and northern development (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 37.96 56.30 25.90
Table 119. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 1,264,223,992 658,200,538 967,190,737 892,342,724
5 Capital expenditures 57,134,402 41,432,179 55,098,478 44,496,010
10 Grants and contributions 6,486,296,604 6,652,765,968 8,260,274,763 8,966,692,676
Total Voted 7,807,654,998 7,352,398,685 9,282,563,978 9,903,531,410
Total Statutory 147,639,668 153,153,455 165,580,627 153,259,103
Total Budgetary 7,955,294,666 7,505,552,140 9,448,144,605 10,056,790,513
Non-budgetary
Voted
L15 Loans to native claimants 19,232,247 25,903,000 25,903,000 25,903,000
L20 Loans to First Nations in British Columbia 18,729,430 0 30,400,000 1
Total Voted 37,961,677 25,903,000 56,303,000 25,903,001
Total non-budgetary 37,961,677 25,903,000 56,303,000 25,903,001

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

INAC is estimating budgetary and non-budgetary expenditures of $10.1 billion in 2017–18. Of this amount, $9.9 billion requires approval by Parliament and the remainder represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information.

The net increase in budgetary and non-budgetary spending of approximately $2.6 billion or 34% over the 2016–17 Main Estimates, primarily reflects the historic investments provided by Budget 2016 and changes in the resource profile for targeted initiatives:

  • An increase of $540.2 million in the cash flow for the negotiation, settlement and implementation of specific and comprehensive claims (primarily an increase in funding for specific claims reflecting the anticipated settlement level);
  • An increase of $416.4 million to support the delivery of water and wastewater servicing on First Nation reserves as well as on-reserve waste management infrastructure (Budget 2016);
  • An increase of $320.4 million for additional investments in First Nations elementary and secondary education (Budget 2016);
  • An increase of $304.2 million for affordable housing and social infrastructure projects (Budget 2016);
  • An increase of $282.5 million to support the Enhanced First Nations Education Infrastructure Fund (Budget 2016);
  • An increase of $273.3 million for the assessment, management and remediation of federal contaminated sites;
  • An increase of $149.4 million to support First Nation communities in the construction of public infrastructure on reserve through the First Nations Infrastructure Fund (Budget 2016); and
  • An increase of $98.5 million to support urgent investments in the First Nations Child and Family Services Program (Budget 2016).

For further details on the department’s plans and priorities, please see the 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 120. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The People – Individual, family and community well-being for First Nations and Inuit.
Education 1,805,134,484 1,855,472,918 2,203,184,787
Social Development 1,767,363,171 1,764,360,798 1,876,199,107
Residential Schools Resolution 316,813,828 165,991,965 196,289,577
First Nations Individual Affairs 29,564,330 28,911,620 28,961,879
The Land and Economy – Full participation of First Nations, Métis, Non-Status Indians and Inuit individuals and communities in the economy.
Infrastructure and Capacity 1,294,213,707 1,212,699,364 2,223,946,873
Community Economic Development 293,179,002 209,574,311 373,226,056
Indigenous Entrepreneurship 40,562,630 42,636,070 47,280,254
Strategic Partnerships 39,648,489 39,583,926 32,407,433
Urban Indigenous Participation 50,336,798 29,645,997 29,582,303
The Government – Support good governance, rights and interests of Indigenous peoples.
Rights and Interests of Indigenous Peoples 176,996,399 487,447,240 1,035,735,011
Management and Implementation of Agreements and Treaties 1,058,167,714 806,628,418 873,311,740
Governance and Institutions of Government 422,158,084 397,170,892 413,808,860
Other Claims 0 0 0
The North – Self-reliance, prosperity and well-being for the people and communities of the North.
Northern Land, Resources and Environmental Management 180,587,234 58,614,753 264,322,708
Northern Governance and People 147,466,620 134,894,297 176,213,122
Northern Science and Technology 64,447,283 47,822,067 47,546,846
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 268,654,893 224,097,504 234,773,957
Total 7,955,294,666 7,505,552,140 10,056,790,513

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Table 121. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Non-budgetary - Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The Government – Support good governance, rights and interests of Indigenous peoples.
Rights and Interests of Indigenous Peoples 37,961,677 25,903,000 25,903,001
Total 37,961,677 25,903,000 25,903,001

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 122. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants to First Nations to settle specific and special claims negotiated by Canada and/or awarded by the Specific Claims Tribunal 29,213,199 377,608,693 920,692,361
Grants to implement comprehensive land claims and self-government agreements 436,540,831 470,925,141 498,302,311
Grant for Band Support Funding 157,748,998 229,300,671 229,274,186
Grants to the Government of the Northwest Territories and the Government of Nunavut for health care of Indians and Inuit 53,301,000 54,367,000 55,454,000
Grant to the Miawpukek Indian Band to support designated programs 10,633,304 10,845,970 11,062,889
Grants to provide income support to on-reserve residents 7,323,654 10,000,000 10,000,000
Grants for the Political Evolution of the Territories, particularly as it pertains to Devolution 7,356,558 8,250,036 8,250,036
Grants to support First Nations and Inuit Post-Secondary Educational Advancement 994,120 1,500,000 1,500,000
Grants to participating First Nations and the First Nation Education Authority pursuant to the First Nations Jurisdiction over Education in British Columbia Act 0 600,000 600,000
Grant to the First Nations Finance Authority pursuant to the First Nations Fiscal and Statistical Management Act 500,000 500,000 500,000
Grants to British Columbia Indian bands in lieu of a per capita annuity 300,000 300,000 300,000
Grants to support First Nations Elementary and Secondary Educational Advancement 9,258 150,000 150,000
Grants to increase First Nations and Inuit Youth Participation in Education and Labour Market Opportunities 45,000 45,000 45,000
Total Statutory 59,265,776 67,717,287 63,489,036
Contributions
Contributions to support the construction and maintenance of community infrastructure 1,124,511,157 1,091,038,543 2,149,035,493
Contributions to support First Nations Elementary and Secondary Educational Advancement 1,399,815,020 1,435,744,670 1,769,322,759
Contributions to provide income support to on-reserve residents 1,032,502,927 1,034,663,082 1,031,377,987
Contributions to provide women, children and families with Protection and Prevention Services 708,789,784 704,594,372 818,270,358
Contributions to support First Nations and Inuit Post-Secondary Educational Advancement 335,101,393 349,306,107 358,918,206
Contributions to support the negotiation and implementation of Treaties, Claims and self-government agreements or initiatives 338,726,631 262,724,157 306,779,080
Contributions to support Land Management and Economic Development 180,935,241 178,933,159 202,237,355
Contributions to supply public services in Indian Government Support and to build strong governance, administrative and accountability systems 222,925,961 125,837,198 134,211,324
Contributions to support access to healthy foods in isolated northern communities 68,498,325 53,930,000 84,641,748
Contributions for emergency management assistance for activities on reserves 111,982,318 64,977,822 64,977,822
Contributions to First Nations for the management of contaminated sites 22,882,344 3,287,071 63,874,716
Transfer Payments to the Government of Yukon for the care and maintenance, remediation and management of the closure of contaminated sites in Yukon 42,852,121 0 56,068,435
Contributions to increase First Nations and Inuit Youth Participation in Education and Labour Market Opportunities 36,390,789 41,376,000 41,376,000
Contributions for the purpose of consultation and policy development 16,074,751 28,795,000 31,011,532
Contributions to support the Urban Aboriginal Strategy 48,999,433 27,313,051 27,363,051
Contributions to support the basic organizational capacity of Indigenous representative organizations 21,172,161 10,940,796 25,285,531
Contributions to support the Aboriginal Economic Development Strategic Partnerships Initiative 30,652,147 31,700,000 24,750,000
Contributions for promoting the safe use, development, conservation and protection of the North’s natural resources, and promoting scientific development 11,378,185 16,243,003 24,209,640
Contributions to Indian bands for registration administration 4,522,379 8,066,674 8,110,515
Federal Interlocutor’s Contribution Program 14,901,192 14,943,588 3,943,588
Contributions to promote social and political development in the North and for Northerners 3,477,265 1,907,111 3,901,053
Contributions for Groups of Indian Residential School survivors who wish to resolve their claim as a group under the Independent Assessment Process 654,500 0 750,000
Transfer payments to the Government of Yukon for the remediation of the Marwell Tar Pit Site to support the Contaminated Sites Program 1,717,900 1,979,970 145,700
Total Statutory 26,730,568 28,067,096 28,067,096

Department of Industry

Raison d’être

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada helps Canadian businesses grow, innovate and export so that they can create good quality jobs and wealth for Canadians. The Department works with provinces, territories, municipalities, the post-secondary education system, employers and labour to improve the quality and impact of its programs that support innovation, scientific research and entrepreneurship, in order to build a prosperous and innovative Canada.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for this organization.

Note: Until the establishing legislation is amended, the legal name of the department for the purposes of Appropriation Acts remains the Department of Industry.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 57. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Industry (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 997.83 1,958.06 2,406.05
Total Statutory 172.00 223.35 184.85
Figure 58. organizational estimates - non-budgetary - department of industry (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 0.00 0.80 0.80
Table 123. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Industry
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 340,146,745 342,868,928 355,437,770 356,511,722
5 Capital expenditures 22,532,288 7,833,000 19,699,408 11,234,609
10 Grants and contributions 635,155,778 723,984,677 1,582,925,423 2,038,304,873
Total Voted 997,834,811 1,074,686,605 1,958,062,601 2,406,051,204
Total Statutory 171,999,686 222,388,065 223,347,252 184,854,942
Total Budgetary 1,169,834,497 1,297,074,670 2,181,409,853 2,590,906,146
Non-budgetary
Voted
L15 Payments pursuant to subsection 14(2) of the Department of Industry Act 0 300,000 300,000 300,000
L20 Loans pursuant to paragraph 14(1)(a) of the Department of Industry Act 0 500,000 500,000 500,000
Total Voted 0 800,000 800,000 800,000
Total non-budgetary 0 800,000 800,000 800,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Department of Industry styled Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada has three mandated strategic outcomes:

  • The Canadian marketplace is efficient and competitive;
  • Advancements in science and technology, knowledge, and innovation strengthen the Canadian Economy; and
  • Canadian businesses and communities are competitive.

For additional information on key priorities in support of the outcomes noted above, please refer to the 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

The Department is estimating budgetary expenditures of $2,590.9 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $2,406.1 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $184.9 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes only.

The 2017–18 Main Estimates present an overall increase of $1,293.8 million compared to 2016–17. Major changes are new funding stemming from Budget 2016 for the following programs:

  • Post-Secondary Institutions Strategic Investment Fund ($1,000.3 million);
  • Connect to Innovate Program ($69.6 million);
  • Sustainable Development Technology Fund ($102.3 million), which includes $800 thousand in statutory funding for the Next Generation Bio Fuels;
  • Centre for Drug Research and Development ($16.0 million); and
  • Stem Cell Network ($6.0 million).

Also reflected in these Main Estimates are increases under the following programs:

  • Mitacs Inc. ($27.6 million);
  • Automotive Innovation Fund ($36.0 million) and the Automotive Supplier Innovation Program ($7.9 million);
  • Improving Support for Entrepreneurs Program ($2.5 million);
  • Defence Procurement Strategy ($6.0 million);
  • Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program ($2.6 million);
  • Canada Foundation for Innovation ($52.4 million) and Technology Demonstration Program ($2.1 million); and
  • An increase in the Canadian Intellectual Property Office’s requirements due primarily to planned investments to modernize its IT infrastructure as well as to develop a suite of business services to meet clients’ needs ($9.1 million).

These increases are partially offset by the following decreases:

  • The sunsetting of funding under the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research ($5.0 million), the Institute for Quantum Computing ($5.0 million) and Futurpreneur Canada ($7.0 million);
  • A decrease to projected claims by lenders for loans made under the Canada Small Business Financing Act ($8.9 million);
  • A reduction in the grants and contributions to Genome Canada ($4.5 million) as a result of changes in the approved cash flow requirement of that program;
  • A decrease under the Strategic Aerospace Defence Initiative as per the approved funding profile of that program ($10.4 million);
  • A Budget 2016 reduction on professional services, travel and advertising expenditures ($2.6 million); and
  • A reduction to adjust the contributions to Employee Benefit Plan ($3.6 million).

To obtain additional information regarding the Estimates, please refer to the applicable Estimates documents. For further details on trends, please refer to the 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 124. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Industry
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Advancements in science and technology, knowledge, and innovation strengthen the Canadian economy.
Science, Technology and Innovation Capacity 311,415,582 342,834,370 1,531,761,184
Industrial Research and Development Financing 244,450,613 326,898,851 359,430,758
Canadian businesses and communities are competitive.
Community Economic Development 156,421,933 142,379,294 213,105,186
Small Business Research, Financing and Services 85,392,842 97,653,630 84,501,977
Industrial Competitiveness and Capacity 33,947,200 34,316,964 35,618,706
The Canadian marketplace is efficient and competitive.
Spectrum, Telecommunications, and the Digital Economy 117,906,335 106,285,898 98,327,554
Marketplace Frameworks and Regulation 42,207,492 66,943,247 73,477,129
Marketplace Competition and Investments 46,107,684 46,563,535 41,903,401
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 131,984,816 133,198,881 152,780,251
Total 1,169,834,497 1,297,074,670 2,590,906,146

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Table 125. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Non-budgetary - Department of Industry
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canadian businesses and communities are competitive.
Industrial Competitiveness and Capacity 0 800,000 800,000
Total 0 800,000 800,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 126. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Industry
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grant to the Radio Advisory Board of Canada 85,000 85,000 4,808,000
Grant to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development 300,000 300,000 550,000
Grant to the International Telecommunication Union, Geneva, Switzerland 5,725,000 4,808,000 300,000
Grant to the Internal Trade Secretariat Corporation 337,500 550,000 85,000
Total Statutory 7,400,000 6,200,000 2,500,000
Contributions
Contributions under the Post-Secondary Institutions Strategic Investment Fund 0 0 995,423,553
Contributions under the Canada Foundation for Innovation 177,100,000 198,550,000 250,900,000
Contributions under the Strategic Aerospace and Defence Initiative 122,576,689 188,349,000 177,912,000
Contributions to the Canada Foundation for Sustainable Development Technology 0 0 101,540,514
Contributions under the Automotive Innovation Fund 92,266,600 64,700,099 98,566,809
Contributions under the Connecting Canadians Program 66,980,458 76,000,000 76,000,000
Contributions under the Connect to Innovate Program 0 0 65,874,564
Contributions under the Technology Demonstration Program 15,067,258 46,882,120 49,025,560
Contributions to Mitacs Inc. 19,000,000 11,900,000 39,500,000
Contributions to Genome Canada 7,500,000 5,000,000 35,400,000
Contributions under the Northern Ontario Development Program 35,279,600 31,840,000 31,840,000
Contributions under the Automotive Supplier Innovation Program 4,031,418 16,545,128 24,484,628
Contributions to CANARIE Inc. 15,000,000 23,500,000 23,800,000
Contributions to the Centre for Drug Research and Development 0 0 16,000,000
Contributions to the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics 10,000,000 10,000,000 10,000,000
Contributions under the Community Futures Program 8,360,008 8,360,008 8,360,008
Contributions to the Stem Cell Network 0 0 6,000,000
Contributions under the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program 0 2,600,000 5,200,000
Contributions under the Computers for Schools program 5,523,922 5,250,000 5,000,000
Contributions under the Youth Employment Strategy – Computers for Schools Program 3,625,485 3,200,242 3,200,242
Contributions to the Council of Canadian Academies 2,000,000 3,000,000 3,000,000
Contributions to Let’s Talk Science 2,000,000 2,700,000 2,600,000
Contributions under the Program for Non-Profit Consumer and Voluntary Organizations 1,025,158 1,690,000 1,690,000
Contributions under the Economic Development Initiative 1,335,400 925,000 1,000,000
Contributions under the Strategic Activities Program 769,782 250,080 243,995
Total Statutory 115,199,806 139,708,000 100,429,621

Department of Justice

Raison d’être

The Department of Justice has the mandate to support the dual roles of the Minister of Justice and the Attorney General of Canada.

Under Canada’s federal system, the administration of justice is an area of shared jurisdiction between the federal government and the provinces and territories. The Department supports the Minister of Justice who is responsible for 53 statutes and areas of federal law by ensuring a bilingual and bijural national legal framework, principally within the following domains: criminal justice (including justice for victims of crime and youth criminal justice), family justice, access to justice, Aboriginal justice, public law and private international law.

The Department also supports the Attorney General as the chief law officer of the Crown, both in terms of the ongoing operations of government and of the development of new policies, programs and services for Canadians.

The Department provides legal advice to the Government and federal government departments and agencies, represents the Crown in civil litigation and before administrative tribunals, and drafts legislation.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 59. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Justice (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 610.10 623.18 584.62
Total Statutory 73.12 79.26 71.54
Table 127. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Justice
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 260,403,258 234,999,799 239,366,714 234,300,919
5 Grants and contributions 349,694,923 365,233,777 383,816,278 350,315,319
Total Voted 610,098,181 600,233,576 623,182,992 584,616,238
Total Statutory 73,121,626 78,626,954 79,256,537 71,543,418
Total Budgetary 683,219,807 678,860,530 702,439,529 656,159,656

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Department of Justice is estimating net budgetary expenditures of $656.16 million in 2017–18 of which $350.32 million is for expenditures linked to grants and contributions; $234.3 million is for the departmental operating expenditures; and $71.54 million is associated with statutory expenditures. As the primary legal services provider to other government departments and agencies, the Department of Justice collects fees for services rendered. An additional $296.2 million is planned to be collected and expended in 2017–18 under the department’s Vote-netted Revenue authority.

With the funds presented in these Main Estimates, the Department of Justice will fulfill three distinctive roles within the Government of Canada. It acts as:

  • A policy department with broad responsibilities for overseeing all matters relating to the administration of justice that fall within the federal domain and, in this capacity, it strives to ensure a fair, relevant and accessible Canadian justice system for all Canadians;
  • A provider of a range of legal advisory, litigation and legislative services to government departments and agencies; and
  • A central agency responsible for supporting the Minister in advising Cabinet on all legal matters.

For more detailed information consult the Department of Justice 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

The Department of Justice’s total authority will decrease by $22.7 million from the 2016–17 Main Estimates. The primary changes include:

  • An increase of $12.0 million in contribution funding for Legal Aid Systems and Access to Justice Services;
  • An increase of $6.17 million in funding to support culturally-responsive victim services as well as Family Information Liaison Units for families of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls, and families participating in the Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls;
  • An increase of $4.0 million in contribution funding in support of the Indigenous Courtwork Program (formerly known as the Aboriginal Courtwork Program);
  • An increase of $2.55 million related to a compensation adjustment for the Law Management Occupational Group;
  • A decrease of $16.60 million due to the sunsetting of the funding for the Supporting Families Experiencing Separation and Divorce Initiative;
  • A decrease of $11.5 million related to the sunsetting of the funding for the delivery of immigration and refugee legal aid in provinces and territories;
  • A decrease of $11.0 million due to the sunsetting of the funding for the Indigenous Justice Program (formerly known as the Aboriginal Justice Strategy);
  • A decrease of $6.8 million to reflect a decrease in the employee benefit plan rate; and
  • A decrease of $1.78 million due to a Budget 2016 reduction related to professional services, advertising and travel.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 128. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Justice
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A Fair, Relevant and Accessible Canadian Justice System.
Stewardship of the Canadian Legal Framework 384,331,448 400,491,696 385,118,141
Office of the Federal Ombudsman for Victims of Crime 1,115,554 1,324,227 1,312,105
A Federal Government that is Supported by High Quality Legal Services.
Legal Services to Government Program 194,449,097 199,619,747 195,920,770
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 103,323,708 77,424,860 73,808,640
Total 683,219,807 678,860,530 656,159,656

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 129. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Justice
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants from the Victims Fund 1,432,852 3,250,000 3,250,000
Grant under the Justice Partnership and Innovation Program 1,564,610 1,749,158 1,749,158
Grants under the Access to Justice in both Official Languages Support Fund 197,275 600,000 600,000
Grants in support of the Youth Justice Fund 69,823 79,655 79,655
Contributions
Contributions to the provinces and territories in support of the youth justice services 141,692,415 141,692,415 141,692,415
Contributions to the provinces to assist in the operation of legal aid systems 120,327,507 119,827,507 119,727,507
Contributions from the Victims Fund 12,434,287 18,255,723 24,537,265
Contributions to the provinces and territories in support of the youth justice services – Intensive Rehabilitative Custody and Supervision Program 11,003,383 11,048,000 11,048,000
Contributions to support the implementation of official languages requirements under the Contraventions Act 3,363,960 9,094,900 9,094,900
Contributions to the provinces under the Indigenous Courtwork Program 5,259,779 4,911,363 7,961,363
Contributions for Access to Justice Services to the Territories (being Legal Aid, Indigenous Courtwork and Public Legal Education and Information Services) 4,856,593 4,856,593 6,406,593
Contributions under the Access to Justice in Both Official Languages Support Fund 6,268,735 5,892,845 5,892,845
Contributions in support of the Youth Justice Fund 3,854,957 4,425,345 4,425,345
Contributions under the State-Funded Counsel Component of the Legal Aid Program 0 0 4,150,000
Drug Treatment Court Funding Program 3,579,700 3,631,276 3,631,276
Contributions under the Indigenous Justice Program Fund 12,900,000 12,650,000 2,900,000
Contributions under the Justice Partnership and Innovation Program 1,046,170 1,188,997 1,288,997
Contributions under the Special Advocates Program 153,405 1,000,000 1,000,000
Integrated Market Enforcement Teams Reserve Fund 0 550,000 550,000
Contributions to the Hague Conference on Private International Law 295,090 250,000 250,000
Contributions to the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT) 193,925 80,000 80,000

Department of National Defence

Raison d’être

On behalf of the people of Canada, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Department of National Defence (DND) stand ready to perform three key roles:

  • Defend Canada – by delivering excellence at home;
  • Defend North America – by being a strong and reliable partner with the United States in the defence of the continent; and
  • Contribute to International Peace and Security – by projecting leadership abroad.

The National Defence Act establishes DND and the CAF as separate entities, operating within an integrated National Defence Headquarters, as they pursue their primary responsibility of providing defence for Canada and Canadians.

The Minister of National Defence is responsible for DND.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 60. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of National Defence (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 17,108.50 17,588.64 17,469.02
Total Statutory 1,557.58 1,319.71 1,193.05
Figure 61. organizational estimates - non-budgetary - department of national defence (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 2.63 0.00 0.00
Table 130. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of National Defence
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 13,775,156,234 13,765,146,779 14,021,406,376 14,201,614,868
5 Capital expenditures 3,182,342,740 3,395,930,409 3,404,237,773 3,102,710,864
10 Grants and contributions 150,998,684 164,592,820 162,992,820 164,695,408
Total Voted 17,108,497,658 17,325,670,008 17,588,636,969 17,469,021,140
Total Statutory 1,557,575,585 1,314,598,925 1,319,707,585 1,193,046,094
Total Budgetary 18,666,073,243 18,640,268,933 18,908,344,554 18,662,067,234
Non-budgetary
Voted
Working capital advance account 2,628,008 0 0 0
Total Voted 2,628,008 0 0 0
Total non-budgetary 2,628,008 0 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

National Defence is estimating budgetary expenditures of $18.7 billion in 2017–18.

Of this amount, $17.5 billion requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $1.2 billion represents statutory forecasts that do not require approval, but are listed for information.

National Defence’s increase in net authority of $21.8 million, or approximately 0.1%, from the 2016–17 Main Estimates to the 2017–18 Main Estimates, is due to an increase in operating costs of $436.5 million, a decrease in capital costs of $293.2 million, an increase in grants and contributions of $0.1 million and a decrease in statutory payments of $121.6 million.

Major factors contributing to the net decrease in authorities include:

  • A decrease in spending on major capital equipment and infrastructure projects to align financial resources with current project acquisition timelines. This funding includes investments in major capital projects such as Arctic Offshore Patrol Ships, and the Halifax Class Modernization and Frigate Life Extension; and
  • A decrease in incremental funding related to fleet maintenance. The fleet maintenance of major equipment has been maintained or increased using the annual escalator on defence spending; and
  • A decrease in funding to build and renew infrastructure at Canadian Armed Forces and other defence properties as announced in Budget 2014 as part of Federal Infrastructure Investment Plan due to project completion.

These decreases are offset by the following net increase in authorities:

  • An increase in the annual escalator on defence spending as announced in Budget 2015 to provide long-term and predictable funding.

In 2017–18, National Defence will continue to ensure sound financial management of the Defence budget and deliver on the three enduring roles of the Canadian Armed Forces: defend Canada; defend North America; and contribute to international peace and security.

More information can be found in the department’s 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 131. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of National Defence
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Defence Remains Continually Prepared to Deliver National Defence and Defence Services in Alignment with Canadian Interests and Values.
Defence Capability Element Production 12,577,878,081 12,775,597,776 12,805,778,436
Defence Ready Force Element Production 3,401,386,557 3,469,027,157 3,366,635,148
Defence Capability Development and Research 424,789,408 397,614,790 395,158,296
Defence Operations and Services Improve Stability and Security, and Promote Canadian Interests and Values.
Defence Combat and Support Operations 1,360,079,139 1,235,618,328 1,204,608,692
Defence Services and Contributions to Government 453,694,400 323,558,922 431,792,517
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 448,245,658 438,851,960 458,094,145
Total 18,666,073,243 18,640,268,933 18,662,067,234

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Table 132. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Non-budgetary - Department of National Defence
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Defence Operations and Services Improve Stability and Security, and Promote Canadian Interests and Values.
Defence Combat and Support Operations 1,997,472 0 0
Defence Remains Continually Prepared to Deliver National Defence and Defence Services in Alignment with Canadian Interests and Values.
Defence Ready Force Element Production 950,473 0 0
Defence Capability Element Production (319,937) 0 0
Total 2,628,008 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 133. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of National Defence
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants in support of the Compensation for Employers of Reservists Program 0 2,350,000 2,400,000
Grants in support of the Defence Engagement Program 496,644 500,000 500,000
Grant Program to the National Offices of the Cadet Leagues of Canada: Navy League of Canada 450,000 458,000 467,000
Grant Program to the National Offices of the Cadet Leagues of Canada: Army Cadet League of Canada 450,000 458,000 467,000
Grant Program to the National Offices of the Cadet Leagues of Canada: Air Cadet League of Canada 450,000 458,000 467,000
Total Statutory 24,046 25,700 26,000
Contributions
North Atlantic Treaty Organization Contribution Program: NATO Military Budget (NATO Programs) 82,591,502 92,495,731 77,992,408
North Atlantic Treaty Organization Contribution Program: NATO Security Investment Program (NATO Programs) 45,922,989 45,755,000 60,100,000
Contributions in Support of the Military Training and Cooperation Program 10,360,427 11,389,000 11,389,000
Contributions in support of the Capital Assistance Program 3,307,738 5,450,000 5,500,000
Contribution to the Civil Air Search and Rescue Association 2,818,087 3,100,000 3,100,000
North Atlantic Treaty Organization Contribution Program: NATO Other Activities 2,254,358 2,050,000 2,182,000
Contribution to the Biological and Chemical Defence Review Committee 126,682 129,089 131,000
Total Statutory 2,553,041 3,300,000 2,600,000

Department of Natural Resources

Raison d’être

The Minister of Natural Resources is responsible for this organization.

Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) works to improve the quality of life of Canadians by ensuring that our natural resources are developed sustainably, providing a source of jobs, prosperity, and opportunity, while preserving our environment and respecting our communities and Indigenous peoples.

Additional information can be found in the organization’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 62. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Natural Resources (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 933.66 912.00 877.46
Total Statutory 401.52 803.25 462.48
Table 134. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Natural Resources
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 630,741,319 450,234,684 541,604,315 496,759,758
5 Capital expenditures 49,589,000 53,318,447 82,818,947 55,781,300
10 Grants and contributions 253,327,009 292,249,050 287,577,468 324,921,046
Total Voted 933,657,328 795,802,181 912,000,730 877,462,104
Total Statutory 401,521,341 796,716,572 803,245,391 462,484,346
Total Budgetary 1,335,178,669 1,592,518,753 1,715,246,121 1,339,946,450

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The decrease in Main Estimates of $252.6 million (or 15.9%) from $1,592.5 million in fiscal year 2016–17 to $1,339.9 million in fiscal year2017–18 is due to a net effect of $46.6 million in increases in operating, $2.5 million in increases in capital, and $301.7 million in decreases in transfer payments. Major factors contributing to the net decrease include:

  • A decrease of $334.7 million for the Statutory Atlantic Offshore Accords;
  • A decrease of $46.2 million for Sustainable Development Technology Canada for the Sustainable Development Technology Fund;
  • A decrease of $27.9 million for the ecoENERGY for Biofuels – Producer Incentive;
  • A decrease of $23.9 million for defining the outer limits of Canada’s continental shelf in the Arctic Ocean;
  • A decrease of $18.4 million for the ecoENERGY for Renewable Power program;
  • A decrease of $7.4 million for Enhancing National Earthquake Monitoring;
  • A decrease of $4.8 million for professional services and travel reductions;
  • A decrease of $4.0 million for the Wind Power Production Incentive program; and
  • A net decrease of $1.1 million for a combination of other programs.

These decreases are offset by:

  • An increase of $145.5 million for the Clean Growth and Climate Change envelope;
  • An increase of $50.1 million for the Green Infrastructure envelope;
  • An increase of $14.3 million for the contaminated sites and investments in laboratory and facility infrastructure modernization (Federal Infrastructure Initiative);
  • An increase of $3.2 million for Marine Conservation Targets; and
  • An increase of $2.7 million for interim measures as part of the review of the federal environmental assessment process.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 135. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Natural Resources
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canada’s natural resource sectors are globally competitive.
Statutory Programs – Atlantic Offshore 347,989,273 743,336,158 408,998,253
Innovation for New Products and Processes 93,375,233 96,074,981 109,154,844
Investment in Natural Resource Sectors 68,270,162 62,900,219 73,163,653
Market Access and Diversification 75,927,073 43,993,476 60,190,597
Natural resource sectors and consumers are environmentally responsible.
Technology Innovation 143,620,407 115,838,434 219,965,182
Energy-efficient Practices and Lower-carbon Energy Sources 211,012,423 183,336,817 183,461,546
Responsible Natural Resource Management 121,598,627 29,619,508 27,437,623
Canadians have information to manage their lands and natural resources, and are protected from related risks.
Protection for Canadians and Natural Resources 73,709,947 57,808,743 70,418,079
Landmass Information 74,110,670 75,092,662 49,150,177
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 125,564,854 184,517,755 138,006,496
Total 1,335,178,669 1,592,518,753 1,339,946,450

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 136. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Natural Resources
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants in support of organizations associated with the research, development and promotion of activities that contribute to departmental objectives 1,504,948 1,628,000 1,823,000
Grants in support of the Geo-mapping for Energy and Minerals program 789,652 800,000 800,000
Grants in support of the Targeted Geoscience Initiative 0 600,000 600,000
Total Statutory 337,616 0 0
Contributions
Contributions in support of ecoENERGY for Renewable Power 125,428,503 137,939,000 119,553,000
Contributions in support of the Energy Innovation Program 20,749,145 0 106,059,835
Contributions in support of Investments in the Forest Industry Transformation Program 20,950,000 34,800,000 35,020,728
Contributions in support of the Forest Innovation program 21,592,945 19,600,000 19,600,000
Contribution Program for expanding market opportunities 11,508,776 11,600,000 11,600,000
Contributions in support of Transportation and Alternative Fuels 180,000 0 10,909,883
Contribution in support of the clean-up of the Gunnar uranium mining facilities 0 3,111,670 4,667,500
Contributions in support of the Energy Efficiency Program 1,599,525 0 3,630,100
Renewal and Enhancement of Funding for the Forest Research Institute 2,368,000 2,368,000 2,368,000
Contributions in support of organizations associated with the research, development and promotion of activities that contribute to departmental objectives 2,633,529 1,498,000 1,505,000
Contributions in support of the Indigenous Consultations Participant Funding Program 0 0 1,476,000
Oil Spill Response Science Program 0 1,250,000 1,250,000
Contributions in support of Climate Change Adaptation 2,488,106 0 1,000,000
Contributions in Support of Indigenous Economic Development 902,054 1,000,000 1,000,000
Contributions in support of Indigenous Participation in Policy Dialogues 0 0 1,000,000
Youth Employment Strategy 551,349 558,000 558,000
GeoConnections Program 500,253 500,000 500,000
Total Statutory 347,989,273 743,336,158 408,998,253

Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness

Raison d’être

The Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (PSEP) plays a key role in discharging the Government’s fundamental responsibility for the safety and security of its citizens. The Minister of PSEP is responsible for the Department. Legislation governing the Department sets out three essential roles: (i) support the Minister’s responsibility for all matters related to public safety and emergency management not assigned to another federal organization; (ii) exercise leadership at the national level for national security and emergency preparedness; and (iii) support the Minister’s responsibility for the coordination of Public Safety’s Portfolio entities.

The Department provides strategic policy advice and support to the Minister of PSEP on a range of issues including: national security, border strategies, countering crime, and emergency management. The Department also delivers a number of grant and contribution programs related to emergency management, national security and community safety.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 63. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 392.75 1,150.03 1,037.77
Total Statutory 14.03 16.22 14.82
Table 137. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 120,889,337 128,080,019 130,085,340 123,231,161
5 Grants and contributions 271,862,285 952,867,801 1,019,949,158 914,540,358
Total Voted 392,751,622 1,080,947,820 1,150,034,498 1,037,771,519
Total Statutory 14,031,105 16,010,588 16,223,409 14,822,340
Total Budgetary 406,782,727 1,096,958,408 1,166,257,907 1,052,593,859

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

PSEP is estimating budgetary expenditures of $1,052.6 million in 2017–18 which includes $14.8 million in statutory forecasts.

There is a net spending decrease of $44.4 million or 4.0% from previous Main Estimates.

Major factors contributing to the net decrease of $44.4 million include the following decreases:

  • $38.3 million associated with the completion of financial assistance to the Province of Quebec for decontamination costs following the train derailment and explosion in Lac-Mégantic, Quebec;
  • $10.5 million for non-discretionary requirements to address existing and future obligations under the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements program;
  • $2.2 million for the completion of a Beyond the Border time-limited program, which sought to strengthen the security of the Canada and the United States shared perimeter and facilitate secure trade and travel across borders;
  • $2.1 million of reduced funding to advance Phase II of Canada’s Cyber Security Strategy, which will introduce actions to secure cyber systems outside of the Government of Canada;
  • $1.2 million for statutory items related to a decrease in the rate of Employee Benefit Plans from 17.2% to 15.7% as a result of an increase in the employee contributions portion; and
  • $0.4 million for other initiatives.

These decreases are offset by the following increases:

  • $4.6 million for the creation of the office for community outreach and countering radicalization to violence;
  • $3.1 million for the creation of the Heavy Urban Search and Rescue Program; and
  • $2.7 million for the National Disaster Mitigation Program, aimed at reducing the impacts of natural disasters on Canadians.

National Security

PSEP will continue to advance key national security policy issues such as countering radicalization to violence, counter-terrorism, cyber security and cybercrime. The Department will continue to play a leadership role in enhancing the resilience of Canada’s critical infrastructure from cyber threats as well as engaging with key multilateral bodies.

Border Services

PSEP will continue to work with the United States and partners to ensure the legitimate flow of trade and travel. The Department will continue to modernize and strengthen its approach to border management as well as critical and interconnected infrastructure.

Countering Crime

PSEP will continue to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of crime prevention by supporting research and policy development in the areas of policing, corrections and community safety. The Department will also continue to advance the crime and safety agenda with a focus on at-risk and vulnerable populations including Indigenous peoples as well as those with mental illness throughout the criminal justice system.

Emergency Management

PSEP will continue to lead the modernization of emergency management by strengthening its community resilience to emergencies in collaboration with key stakeholders, and its capacity to provide strategic-level response on behalf of the Government of Canada. The Department will invest in research and innovation through the National Disaster Mitigation Program and by providing support, as needed, through the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements.

Internal Services

PSEP will continue to ensure sound stewardship of public funds and implement management practices based on organizational values with an emphasis on mental health in the workplace.

Additional information can be found in the Department’s Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 138. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A safe and resilient Canada.
Emergency Management 175,134,875 801,835,100 757,517,869
Countering Crime 148,943,506 210,453,512 213,711,559
National Security 24,346,071 30,655,523 29,645,423
Border Strategies 3,902,107 3,730,870 2,338,110
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 54,456,168 50,283,403 49,380,898
Total 406,782,727 1,096,958,408 1,052,593,859

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 139. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Heavy Urban Search and Rescue Program 0 0 3,100,000
Grants in support of the Safer Communities Initiative 191,185 1,758,500 2,460,000
Other National Voluntary Organizations active in the criminal justice sector 1,796,143 1,796,144 1,796,144
Community Resilience Fund 0 0 400,000
Cyber Security Cooperation Program 64,334 150,000 150,000
Contributions
Contributions to the provinces for assistance related to natural disasters 139,348,326 689,825,000 679,300,000
Payments to the provinces, territories, municipalities, Indian band councils and recognized authorities representing Indians on reserve, Indian communities on Crown land and Inuit communities, for the First Nations Policing Program 81,281,859 123,821,662 125,081,662
Contributions in support of the Safer Communities Initiative 26,093,038 41,167,893 41,167,892
National Disaster Mitigation Program 0 32,725,000 36,897,000
Biology Casework Analysis Contribution Program 6,900,000 6,900,000 6,900,000
Contribution Program in support of the Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund 4,808,820 6,733,502 6,818,554
Contribution Program to Combat Serious and Organized Crime 1,950,345 2,551,000 2,281,000
Contribution Program to Combat Child Sexual Exploitation and Human Trafficking 2,629,650 2,035,600 2,035,600
Contribution in support of the Nation’s Capital Extraordinary Policing Costs Program 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000
Community Resilience Fund 0 0 2,000,000
Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program 700,319 700,000 700,000
International Association of Fire Fighters, Canada 500,000 500,000 500,000
Payments to the provinces, territories, and public and private bodies in support of activities complementary to those of the Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness 356,878 362,000 362,000
Search and Rescue Volunteer Association of Canada Contribution Program 375,000 500,000 250,506
COSPAS-SARSAT Secretariat Contribution Program 142,500 190,000 190,000
Cyber Security Cooperation Program 272,671 150,000 150,000

Department of Public Works and Government Services

Raison d’être

Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) plays an important role in the daily operations of the Government of Canada. It supports federal departments and agencies in the achievement of their mandated objectives as their central purchasing agent, real property manager, linguistic authority, treasurer, accountant, pay and pension administrator, and common service provider. The Department’s vision is to excel in government operations, and our strategic outcome and mission is to deliver high-quality, central programs and services that ensure sound stewardship on behalf of Canadians and meet the program needs of federal institutions.

The Minister of Public Services and Procurement is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 64. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Public Works and Government Services (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 2,742.30 3,255.65 3,576.09
Total Statutory 91.01 126.99 117.99
Figure 65. organizational estimates - non-budgetary - department of public works and government services (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 0.26 0.00 0.00
Total Statutory 9.46 0.00 0.00
Table 140. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Public Works and Government Services
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 1,684,654,681 1,563,893,483 1,947,236,828 2,134,161,650
5 Capital expenditures 1,057,647,220 1,183,196,646 1,308,417,771 1,441,927,728
Total Voted 2,742,301,901 2,747,090,129 3,255,654,599 3,576,089,378
Total Statutory 91,013,809 123,369,269 126,993,478 117,992,806
Total Budgetary 2,833,315,710 2,870,459,398 3,382,648,077 3,694,082,184
Non-budgetary
Voted
Imprest funds, accountable advances and recoverable advances. Limit $22,000,000 (Net) 264,736 0 0 0
Total Voted 264,736 0 0 0
Total Statutory 9,457,130 0 0 0
Total non-budgetary 9,721,866 0 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $3,694.1 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $3,576.1 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $118 million represents statutory authorities that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

An increase in net spending of $823.6 million from $2,870.5 million in 2016–17 to $3,694.1 million in 2017-18 is primarily because of the following:

  • $365.4 million for Real Property Program Integrity for repairs and maintenance of Federal buildings to provide a safe, healthy, and secure workplace;
  • $105.5 million for Parliamentary Precinct Rehabilitation to continue the implementation of the Parliamentary Precinct Rehabilitation, which will preserve Parliament buildings as heritage assets and national symbols;
  • $75.2 million for Engineering Assets for the rehabilitation of major public infrastructure, to reduce risks related to health and safety, and to ensure long-term stewardship of these assets;
  • $68.4 million for the Energy Services Acquisition Project to undertake a modernization of the district energy system serving federal buildings in the National Capital Region;
  • $35.7 million for Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan to renew support for remediation activities at various federal contaminated sites in order to reduce associated liabilities and mitigate human health and environmental risks; and
  • $21.9 million for Card Acceptance and Postage Fees to provide federal organizations with the ability to accept electronic payments from Canadians and sustain the increase in postage fees caused by fluctuations in price and transaction volume.

Accommodation and Real Property Services program administers the statutory grant, “Payments in lieu of taxes to municipalities and other taxing authorities”, which amounts to $594.6 million and is recovered by PWGSC from custodian departments.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 141. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Public Works and Government Services
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
High quality, central programs and services that ensure sound stewardship on behalf of Canadians and meet the program needs of federal institutions.
Accommodation Management and Real Property Services 2,112,305,111 2,192,828,508 2,994,281,728
Acquisitions 151,557,532 148,255,037 153,731,765
Receiver General for Canada 109,908,581 106,647,604 128,471,892
Federal Pay and Pension Administration 128,954,893 81,761,681 80,895,164
Linguistic Management and Services 51,299,267 60,707,474 64,762,500
Specialized Programs and Services 24,537,710 29,454,041 27,562,369
Integrity Programs and Services 20,273,364 15,184,073 18,651,926
Procurement Ombudsman 3,830,009 4,118,152 4,080,925
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 230,649,243 231,502,828 221,643,915
Total 2,833,315,710 2,870,459,398 3,694,082,184

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Table 142. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Non-budgetary - Department of Public Works and Government Services
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 9,721,866 0 0
Total 9,721,866 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Department of the Environment

Raison d’être

The Minister of Environment and Climate Change is responsible for this organization.

Environment and Climate Change Canada is the lead federal department for a wide range of environmental issues. The Department addresses these issues through various actions including the implementation of the Pan-Canadian Framework on clean growth and climate change; engaging with our strategic partners including provinces, territories and Indigenous peoples; monitoring; science-based research; policy and regulatory development; and, through the enforcement of environmental laws, The Department’s programs focus on minimizing threats to Canadians and their environment from pollution; equipping Canadians to make informed decisions on weather, water and climate conditions; and conserving and restoring Canada’s natural environment.

The Department’s program focus reflects the interdependence between environmental sustainability and economic well-being.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 66. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of the Environment (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 864.29 925.64 902.82
Total Statutory 86.64 94.33 84.45
Table 143. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of the Environment
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 683,915,798 605,313,460 711,627,907 700,976,667
5 Capital expenditures 61,845,115 60,539,382 64,580,407 82,361,087
10 Grants and contributions 118,530,623 154,303,510 149,433,359 119,485,748
Total Voted 864,291,536 820,156,352 925,641,673 902,823,502
Total Statutory 86,635,859 81,932,846 94,326,087 84,450,913
Total Budgetary 950,927,395 902,089,198 1,019,967,760 987,274,415

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Environment and Climate Change Canada is estimating budgetary expenditures of $987.3 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $902.8 million is voted funding which requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $84.5 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information only.

Compared with the 2016–17 Main Estimates, ECCC’s 2017–18 Main Estimates show a net planned spending increase of $85.2 million or 9% attributable to an increase of $95.7 million in Operating, $21.8 million increase in Capital, $34.8 million decrease in Grants and Contributions and $2.5 million increase for employee benefit plans.

The major increases are:

  • An increase of $59.6 million to address air pollution;
  • An increase of $57.0 million for clean growth and climate change;
  • An increase of $13.5 million for the revitalization of Canada’s Weather Radar Network;
  • An increase of $8.7 million for the Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan;
  • An increase of $6.1 million for the contaminated sediment remediation projects;
  • An increase of $2.5 million for the employee benefit plans; and
  • An increase of $1.5 million for the Federal Infrastructure Initiative.

These increases are offset by the following decreases:

  • A decrease of $46.2 million due to the transfer of Sustainable Development Technology Canada – SD Tech Fund to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada;
  • A decrease of $7.5 million for Lake Simcoe/South-Eastern Georgian Bay Clean-Up Fund;
  • A decrease of $4.5 million for annual reductions in professional services, travel and government advertising from Budget 2016;
  • A decrease of $2.8 million for the Lake Winnipeg Basin Initiative;
  • A decrease of $2.0 million for World Class Tanker Safety System – Phase II; and
  • Other decreases totalling a net amount of $0.7 million.

Once tabled in the House of Commons, additional information will be available in Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 144. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of the Environment
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canada’s natural environment is conserved and restored for present and future generations.
Biodiversity – Wildlife and Habitat 150,399,093 137,912,691 135,322,453
Sustainable Ecosystems 78,790,925 88,026,739 84,520,845
Water Resources 81,784,289 80,035,023 69,722,840
Compliance Promotion and Enforcement – Wildlife 19,971,764 16,652,429 16,297,080
Threats to Canadians and their environment from pollution are minimized.
Climate Change and Clean Air 119,607,526 97,030,449 147,118,686
Substances and Waste Management 83,529,612 74,912,985 84,357,041
Compliance Promotion and Enforcement – Pollution 40,634,373 34,672,528 41,696,948
Canadians are equipped to make informed decisions on changing weather, waterand climate conditions.
Weather and Environmental Services for Canadians 181,347,768 174,382,678 194,578,410
Weather and Environmental Services for Targeted Users 15,321,848 19,267,384 18,728,707
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 179,540,197 179,196,292 194,931,405
Total 950,927,395 902,089,198 987,274,415

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 145. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of the Environment
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants in support of The Natural Areas Conservation Program 22,500,000 22,500,000 22,500,000
Grant for the Implementation of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer 2,674,256 2,800,000 2,800,000
Grants in support of Weather and Environmental Services for Canadians 18,000 44,000 44,000
Contributions
Contributions in support of Biodiversity – Wildlife and Habitat 30,310,084 30,119,314 30,418,713
Contributions in support of Climate Change and Clean Air 8,684,618 5,497,653 22,519,229
Habitat Stewardship Contribution Program 12,151,876 14,584,584 14,584,584
Contributions in support of Sustainable Ecosystems 17,841,669 14,927,349 8,130,993
EcoAction Community Funding Program 4,183,693 4,525,000 4,525,000
Contributions in support of the Science Horizons Youth Internship program under the Career Focus stream under the federal Youth Employment Strategy 3,295,663 3,069,000 3,069,000
Contributions in support of Weather and Environmental Services for Canadians 2,957,059 2,941,150 2,981,150
Assessed contribution to the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) 2,391,100 2,767,818 2,767,818
Assessed contribution to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) 2,796,500 2,167,785 2,167,785
Contributions in support of Substances and Waste Management 1,380,975 1,200,965 1,495,965
Contributions in support of Water Resources 771,000 469,158 964,157
Assessed contribution to the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance (Ramsar Convention) 198,974 206,140 206,140
Assessed contribution to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) 253,942 190,000 190,000
Assessed contribution to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) 121,214 121,214 121,214

Department of Transport

Raison d’être

A safe and secure transportation system provides reliable and efficient movement of goods and people across the country and around the world. In an environmentally responsible way, it meets the challenges posed by topography and geography, linking communities and reducing the effects of the distance that separates people. These vital roles reflect transportation’s interdependent relationship with all sectors of the economy and society.

Transport Canada (Department) is responsible for the Government of Canada’s transportation policies and programs. The Department develops legislative and regulatory frameworks, and conducts transportation oversight through legislative, regulatory, surveillance and enforcement activities. While not directly responsible for all aspects or modes of transportation, the department plays a leadership role to ensure that all parts of the transportation system across Canada work together effectively.

The Minister of Transport is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 67. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Transport (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 1,294.70 1,165.96 1,071.97
Total Statutory 274.43 272.64 230.86
Table 146. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Transport
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 650,159,269 480,702,203 584,379,417 596,606,256
5 Capital expenditures 119,165,993 119,226,521 144,602,584 138,591,900
10 Grants and contributions – Gateways and corridors 0 258,354,429 257,904,429 113,975,543
15 Grants and contributions – Transportation infrastructure 0 103,219,554 128,658,967 185,061,604
20 Grants and contributions – Other 0 38,062,477 50,414,499 37,739,369
Grants and contributions 525,375,006 0 0 0
Total Voted 1,294,700,268 999,565,184 1,165,959,896 1,071,974,672
Total Statutory 274,426,794 266,342,413 272,640,822 230,857,877
Total Budgetary 1,569,127,062 1,265,907,597 1,438,600,718 1,302,832,549

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The department is estimating budgetary expenditures of $1.3 billion in 2017–18. Of this amount, $1.07 billion requires approval by Parliament and the remaining $231.0 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes only. When compared to the 2016–17 Main Estimates, this represents a $72.4 million increase in total voted expenditures comprised of a $116.0 million increase in the Operating vote, an $81.8 million increase in the Grants and contributions - Transportation infrastructure vote and a $19.4 million increase in the Capital vote, partially offset by a $144.4 million decease in the Grants and contributions - Gateways and corridors vote and a $0.3 million decrease in the Grants and contributions – Other vote.

Operating

Planned spending is expected to increase mostly as a result of Budget 2016 funding for such initiatives as enhancing the safety of railways and the transportation of dangerous goods, funding related to the assessment, management and remediation of federal contaminated sites, funding to address climate change and air pollution, and increased funding for the Port Asset Transfer Program.

Capital

Planned spending is expected to increase mostly as a result of an increase in funding for the Ferry Services Contribution Program, the Port Asset Transfer Program and Federal Infrastructure Initiatives.

Grants and contributions - Gateways and corridors

Planned spending is expected to decrease in this vote under the Gateways and Border Crossings Fund and the Asia Pacific Gateway and Corridor Transportation Infrastructure Fund as these programs approach their maturity dates.

Grants and contributions - Transportation infrastructure

Planned spending is expected to increase in this vote mostly as a result of increased funding for the Port Asset Transfer Program and cash flow changes in the Outaouais Road Development Agreement.

Grants and contributions - Other

Planned spending is expected to decrease slightly in this vote as a result of sunsetting funding for the Smart Oceans Contribution Program and decreased funding for the Community Participation Funding Program as this program approaches its maturity date. These decreases are partially offset by an increase in funding for rail safety programs which includes the consolidation of various rail programs into one Rail Safety Improvement Program.

The change in planned spending for all grants and contributions votes is also impacted by cash flow changes in various other programs to better align budgets with expected expenditures.

Details on the department’s priorities, core activities and related resource requirements can be found in Transport Canada’s Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 147. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Transport
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
An Efficient Transportation System.
Transportation Infrastructure 412,254,667 415,437,562 488,050,696
Gateways and Corridors 405,981,642 259,603,003 114,474,688
Transportation Marketplace Frameworks 26,968,970 21,711,678 23,746,340
A Safe and Secure Transportation System.
Aviation Safety 181,487,089 179,090,581 185,527,899
Marine Safety 66,315,354 56,814,328 55,107,933
Rail Safety 110,551,604 35,124,187 52,895,273
Transportation of Dangerous Goods 26,620,570 15,841,719 38,374,885
Motor Vehicle Safety 23,671,194 22,077,988 30,597,609
Aviation Security 29,041,124 29,781,105 29,541,304
Marine Security 12,260,662 12,950,665 13,123,176
Multimodal Safety and Security 19,771,236 11,363,639 12,017,844
Surface and Intermodal Security 5,049,956 4,586,439 6,510,672
A Clean Transportation System.
Environmental Stewardship of Transportation 42,227,322 13,132,224 56,475,221
Clean Air from Transportation 16,606,208 12,017,045 27,911,832
Clean Water from Transportation 26,686,601 29,181,758 18,410,376
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 163,632,863 147,193,676 150,066,801
Total 1,569,127,062 1,265,907,597 1,302,832,549

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 148. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Transport
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Port Asset Transfer Program 0 150,000 46,987,200
Grant to the Province of British Columbia in respect of the provision of ferry and coastal freight and passenger services 28,729,747 29,446,554 29,784,793
Rail Safety Improvement Program 0 0 800,000
Grants to support Clean Transportation Initiatives 250,000 0 450,000
Community Participation Funding Program 11,100 1,600,000 200,000
Grant to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) for Cooperative Development of Operational Safety and Continuing Airworthiness Program (COSCAP) 130,000 130,000 130,000
Contributions
Gateways and Border Crossings Fund 330,368,813 221,635,643 81,422,921
Airports Capital Assistance Program 46,935,184 37,850,000 38,000,000
Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor Transportation Infrastructure Fund 43,867,173 36,718,786 32,552,622
Port Asset Transfer Program 0 0 27,036,763
Rail Safety Improvement Contribution Program 0 0 20,725,000
Ferry Services Contribution Program 31,657,222 16,720,000 16,720,000
Contributions to provinces toward highway improvements to enhance overall efficiency and promote safety while encouraging industrial development and tourism from a regional economic perspective: Outaouais Road Development Agreement 392,610 4,350,000 11,829,848
Remote Passenger Rail Program 11,355,924 11,200,000 11,200,000
Contribution to Support Clean Transportation Initiatives 2,720,615 9,460,380 8,177,704
Road Safety Transfer Payment Program 3,048,363 4,442,681 4,442,681
Airports Operations and Maintenance Subsidy Program 1,681,470 1,600,000 1,600,000
Contribution Program for the Centre of Excellence for Marine Transportation of Oil and Liquefied Natural Gas 849,600 1,360,416 1,489,984
Labrador Coastal Airstrips Restoration Program 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000
Contribution in Support of Boating Safety 1,167,388 1,000,000 1,000,000
Allowances to former employees of Newfoundland Railways, Steamships and Telecommunications Services transferred to Canadian National Railways 275,098 484,000 484,000
Transportation Association of Canada 432,575 419,000 419,000
Participant Funding Program for Reviews Related to Fish, Fish Habitat and Navigation 0 0 200,000
Payments to other governments or international agencies for the operation and maintenance of airports, air navigation and airways facilities 43,137 100,000 100,000
Canadian Transportation Research Forum’s Scholarship program 21,000 24,000 24,000
Total Statutory 65,634,630 68,643,888 69,145,012

Department of Veterans Affairs

Raison d’être

Canada’s development as an independent country with a unique identity stems partly from its proud military achievements.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VAC) exists to help those whose courageous efforts gave us this legacy and contributed to our growth as a nation.

VAC’s mandate is set out in the Department of Veterans Affairs Act. It charges the Minister with responsibility for “the care, treatment, or re-establishment in civil life of any person who served in the Canadian Armed Forces or Merchant Navy or in the naval, army, air forces or merchant navies of Her Majesty, of any person who has otherwise engaged in pursuits relating to war, and of any other person designated…and the care of the dependants or survivors of any person referred to”. VAC is also responsible for keeping alive the achievements and sacrifices of those who served Canada in times of war, military conflict and peace.

The Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 68. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Veterans Affairs (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 3,558.71 3,859.44 4,660.20
Total Statutory 36.33 33.65 31.20
Figure 69. organizational estimates - non-budgetary - department of veterans affairs (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Total Statutory -0.00 0.00 0.00
Table 149. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Veterans Affairs
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 864,706,848 870,518,397 997,978,805 931,958,962
5 Grants and contributions 2,693,998,960 2,725,592,000 2,861,462,000 3,728,239,000
Total Voted 3,558,705,808 3,596,110,397 3,859,440,805 4,660,197,962
Total Statutory 36,328,396 32,171,305 33,651,554 31,201,620
Total Budgetary 3,595,034,204 3,628,281,702 3,893,092,359 4,691,399,582
Non-budgetary
Total Statutory (3,716) 0 0 0
Total non-budgetary (3,716) 0 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

VAC’s budget fluctuates each year due to the demand-driven nature of its programs which are based on Veterans’ needs and entitlements. In other words, a Veteran who is entitled to a benefit is paid that benefit, whether 10 Veterans come forward or 10,000.

Total planned spending for the 2017–18 fiscal year is $4.69 billion. Over 90% of VAC’s budget, ($4.4 billion or 93.6%) represents payments to Veterans, their families and other program recipients.

As of March 2016 it is estimated there are approximately 670,100 Veterans nationwide. Only about 69,700 of them are war-service Veterans and, with an average age of 91 years, their numbers grow smaller with each passing month. At the same time, Canadian Armed Forces or modern-day Veterans are turning to VAC for help in growing numbers.

In comparison with the 2016–17 fiscal year, VAC’s Main Estimates are increasing by 29.3% ($1.06 billion) in 2017–18. Over eighty percent of this increase is related to the Budget 2016 commitment to restore critical access to services for Veterans, as well as to ensure the long-term financial security of disabled Veterans. These Estimates also reflect an annual adjustment based on updated client participation and program expenditures, resulting in an increase in demand for Canadian Armed Forces Veterans and their families, and partially offset by a decrease in demand for war-service Veterans (World Wars and/or Korean War Veterans) and their families.

During 2017–18, the Department will continue to focus on the well-being of Veterans and their families, service excellence, recognition of service and sacrifice, and providing a workplace of choice.

For further details on the department’s planned spending and priorities, please see VAC’s latest Departmental Report.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 150. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Veterans Affairs
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Financial, physical and mental well-being of eligible Veterans.
Disability and Death Compensation 2,143,780,278 2,141,757,279 2,853,756,218
Health Care Program and Re-establishment Services 1,070,454,796 1,089,248,862 1,141,330,144
Financial Support Program 246,513,877 278,039,229 572,051,974
Canadians remember and demonstrate their recognition of all those who served in Canada’s efforts during war, military conflict and peace.
Canada Remembers Program 50,028,142 46,317,506 45,585,347
Veterans’ rights to services and benefits that address their needs are considered by the Veterans Affairs Portfolio.
Veterans Ombudsman 4,600,441 5,306,217 5,234,308
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 79,656,670 67,612,609 73,441,591
Total 3,595,034,204 3,628,281,702 4,691,399,582

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Table 151. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Non-budgetary - Department of Veterans Affairs
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Financial, physical and mental well-being of eligible Veterans.
Disability and Death Compensation (3,716) 0 0
Total (3,716) 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 152. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Veterans Affairs
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Disability Awards and Allowances 659,960,662 695,968,000 1,491,817,000
Pensions for disability and death, including pensions granted under the authority of the Civilian Government Employees (War) Compensation Order, P.C. 45/8848 of November 22, 1944, which shall be subject to the Pension Act; for former prisoners of war under the Pension Act, and Newfoundland special awards 1,404,329,502 1,367,494,000 1,286,182,000
Earnings Loss and Supplementary Retirement Benefit 231,917,515 260,809,000 551,398,000
Housekeeping and Grounds Maintenance 271,345,644 280,947,000 275,733,000
Commonwealth War Graves Commission 12,040,538 12,848,000 12,848,000
Last Post Fund 9,050,000 11,324,000 11,514,000
War Veterans Allowances and Civilian War Allowances 7,490,919 6,697,000 6,366,000
Family Caregiver Relief Benefit 1,290,058 2,000,000 5,125,000
Retirement Income Security Benefit 315,425 2,100,000 3,779,000
Canadian Forces Income Support Allowance 892,108 1,229,000 1,674,000
Payments under the Flying Accidents Compensation Regulations 681,063 975,000 975,000
Children of Deceased Veterans Education Assistance 676,600 845,000 917,000
Grant for Commemorative Partnerships 653,113 750,000 750,000
Treatment Allowances 401,411 625,000 625,000
Critical Injury Benefit 7,939,400 100,000 500,000
Assistance in accordance with the provisions of the Assistance Fund Regulations 231,227 420,000 420,000
Assistance to Canadian Veterans – Overseas District 108,564 140,000 130,000
United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea 21,535 70,000 70,000
Career Transition Services 23,980 50,000 61,000
Payments of Gallantry Awards 9,743 15,000 7,000
Canadian Veterans Association of the United Kingdom 5,000 5,000 5,000
Total Statutory 47,711 197,000 197,000
Contributions
Contributions to Veterans, under the Veterans Independence Program, to assist in defraying costs of extended health care not covered by provincial health programs 81,270,261 78,226,000 75,731,000
Contributions under the Commemorative Partnerships Program, to organizations, institutions and other levels of government, in support of projects related to the health and well-being of the veteran population, and commemoration activities and events 3,066,326 1,955,000 1,612,000

Department of Western Economic Diversification

Raison d’être

Western Economic Diversification Canada was established in 1987 to promote the development and diversification of the economy of Western Canada and to advance the interests of the West in national economic policy, program and project development and implementation.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 70. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Department of Western Economic Diversification (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 151.66 198.43 195.92
Total Statutory 4.03 4.09 3.70
Table 153. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Department of Western Economic Diversification
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 35,329,465 34,870,554 34,870,554 34,394,598
5 Grants and contributions 116,332,625 134,432,914 163,559,924 161,523,000
Total Voted 151,662,090 169,303,468 198,430,478 195,917,598
Total Statutory 4,029,284 4,088,068 4,088,068 3,701,461
Total Budgetary 155,691,374 173,391,536 202,518,546 199,619,059

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Western Economic Diversification is estimating budgetary expenditures of $199.6 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $195.9 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $3.7 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

An increase in net spending of $26.2 million from 2016–17 Main Estimates is due to an increase in contributions and other transfer payments of $27.1 million, and a decrease in operating costs of $0.9 million. Factors contributing to the net increase in the 2017–18 Main Estimates include:

  • $23.1 million increase to fund the Canada 150 Infrastructure Program;
  • $4.5 million increase in contribution funding from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to support the establishment of a Livestock and Forage Centre of Excellence;
  • $0.9 million decrease for the delivery of programs on behalf of Infrastructure Canada and for Budget 2016 reduction on professional services, travel and advertising; and
  • $0.5 million net decrease in funding for the Rick Hansen Foundation and other minor project cash flow adjustments.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 154. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Department of Western Economic Diversification
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A growing and diversified western Canadian economy.
Business Development and Innovation 97,298,416 95,135,450 98,714,063
Community Economic Growth 35,240,300 57,322,492 80,086,272
Policy, Advocacy and Coordination 8,922,602 8,414,266 8,665,668
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 14,230,056 12,519,328 12,153,056
Total 155,691,374 173,391,536 199,619,059

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 155. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Department of Western Economic Diversification
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants for the Western Diversification Program 0 5,000,000 5,000,000
Contributions
Contributions under the Western Diversification Program 82,739,434 74,246,592 78,266,678
Contributions under the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program 0 23,100,000 46,200,000
Contributions under the Community Futures Program 29,790,691 28,186,322 28,156,322
Contributions under the Women’s Enterprise Initiative 3,802,500 3,900,000 3,900,000

Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec

Raison d’être

Pursuant to its enabling legislation, the mandate of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec (CED) is to promote the long-term economic development of the regions of Quebec by giving special attention to those where slow economic growth is prevalent or opportunities for productive employment are inadequate.

CED is the key federal presence in Quebec to promote the economic development of businesses and regions. As part of its mission, CED promotes the start-up and performance of businesses. It helps them become more innovative, productive and competitive. It supports communities’ engagement efforts in Quebec’s regions and helps attract investment that will increase the prosperity of the Quebec and Canadian economies.

CED contributes to the economic vitality of all Quebec regions, by building on their competitive regional advantages. It makes investments that support transition and diversification for those communities that remain dependent on a single sector for economic opportunities or have experienced economic shocks.

CED achieves its results by supporting small and medium-sized enterprises and not-for-profit organizations by making strategic investments with its grants and contributions. Through its 12 business offices present in the regions of Quebec, CED monitors the needs of regions and enterprises and offers, among other things, financial assistance for projects that support businesses and communities in their development efforts.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 71. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 255.13 313.64 299.48
Total Statutory 4.07 4.92 4.33
Table 156. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 36,633,385 38,180,803 38,180,803 36,755,088
5 Grants and contributions 218,493,572 260,021,718 275,461,718 262,729,505
Total Voted 255,126,957 298,202,521 313,642,521 299,484,593
Total Statutory 4,070,043 4,917,420 4,917,420 4,331,876
Total Budgetary 259,197,000 303,119,941 318,559,941 303,816,469

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The total budget for CED for the 2017–18 fiscal year amounts to $303.8 million. The budget will cover expenditures for grants and contributions and operating expenses, in the following four programs: Business Development, Regional Economic Development, Strengthening Community Economies and Internal Services.

Compared to fiscal year 2016–17, CED’s budget is increasing by $0.7 million or 0.2%. Forecasted expenditures for operating expenses and statutory amounts are decreasing by $2.0 million mainly due to the completion of the Building Canada Fund. Forecasted expenditures for grants and contributions are increasing by $2.7 million in 2017–18. The increase is primarily due to the combination of an increase in the Canada 150 Infrastructure Program (Part II) paired with the completion of the extension of the natural gas network between Lévis and Ste-Claire project in Quebec.

Please refer to CED’s 2017–18 Departmental Plan for a description of CED’s programs.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 157. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Quebec’s regions have a growing economy.
Business Development 147,576,913 158,796,744 145,866,881
Strengthening Community Economies 60,180,857 87,644,272 104,721,027
Regional Economic Development 33,610,006 38,450,858 34,883,447
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 17,829,224 18,228,067 18,345,114
Total 259,197,000 303,119,941 303,816,469

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 158. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants under the Quebec Economic Development Program 0 1,650,000 1,650,000
Contributions
Contributions under the Quebec Economic Development Program 189,898,802 229,403,700 232,111,487
Contributions under the Community Futures Program 28,594,770 28,968,018 28,968,018

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario

Raison d’être

The Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) was created in 2009 to work with communities, businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and other levels of government in southern Ontario to actively promote the region and build a strong foundation of investment and partnerships to help secure the region’s long-term prosperity.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 72. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 186.58 253.43 266.59
Total Statutory 3.21 3.21 2.76
Table 159. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 26,703,067 25,753,625 25,753,625 24,394,707
5 Grants and contributions 159,879,944 205,479,871 227,679,871 242,198,502
Total Voted 186,583,011 231,233,496 253,433,496 266,593,209
Total Statutory 3,214,284 3,214,356 3,214,356 2,755,440
Total Budgetary 189,797,295 234,447,852 256,647,852 269,348,649

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

FedDev Ontario estimates budgetary expenditures of $269.3 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $266.6 million requires voted approval by Parliament. The remaining $2.7 million represents statutory funding and is provided for information purposes.

FedDev Ontario’s planned spending in 2017–18 will support its strategic outcome by delivering its suite of programming and all associated internal support services. For 2017–18, FedDev Ontario anticipates expending $27.1 million in operating funds to support the investment of $242.2 million in transfer payment funding to strategic projects approved through its transfer payment programs.

Specifically, FedDev Ontario will continue to deliver its three core transfer payment programs in 2017–2018: the Southern Ontario Prosperity Initiatives (SOPI); the Advanced Manufacturing Fund (AMF); and the Eastern Ontario Development Program (EODP).

FedDev Ontario, like other regional development agencies, also plays an important role as a federal delivery agent for national programs, specifically the Community Futures Program (CFP), the Economic Development Initiative (EDI), the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program and certain national infrastructure programs across the entire province. The Agency also delivers special federal programming such as the $0.5-million grant for a remediation project in Brantford, Ontario.

FedDev Ontario provides a strong federal presence across southern Ontario and facilitates collaboration with a broad range of stakeholders. As a convenor and champion for the region, the Agency works with southern Ontario firms to identify opportunities to support Canada’s Innovation Agenda. In total, FedDev Ontario is estimating an increase of $34.9 million or 13% from its 2016–17 Main Estimates.

Significant year-over-year changes in funding are due to:

  • An increase of $46.6 million for delivery of the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program;
  • A net decrease of $9.2 in grants to the Corporation of the City of Brantford to support the Brantford Greenwich-Mohawk Brownfield Remediation project;
  • A decrease of $3.0 million to the Southern Ontario Prosperity Initiatives with the sun-setting of the project to fund the revitalization of Toronto’s Massey Hall; and
  • An increase of $2.3 million to the Advanced Manufacturing Fund.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 160. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A Competitive Southern Ontario Economy.
Community Economic Development 47,037,706 66,896,145 105,327,756
Technological Innovation 55,550,921 92,081,080 93,112,055
Business Development 69,728,063 58,571,582 54,998,686
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 17,480,605 16,899,045 15,910,152
Total 189,797,295 234,447,852 269,348,649

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 161. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grant to the Corporation of the City of Brantford 0 9,640,412 459,000
Contributions
Contributions for Southern Ontario Prosperity Initiatives 105,459,447 100,773,855 97,773,898
Contributions under the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program 0 22,200,000 68,800,000
Contributions for the Advanced Manufacturing Fund 32,592,288 51,000,000 53,300,000
Contributions under the Community Futures Program 11,248,597 11,285,992 11,285,992
Contributions under the Eastern Ontario Development Program 9,600,000 9,600,000 9,600,000
Contributions under the Economic Development Initiative – Official Languages 979,612 979,612 979,612

Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada

Raison d’être

The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) is Canada’s financial intelligence unit. The Centre exists to assist in the detection, prevention and deterrence of money laundering and the financing of terrorist activities. FINTRAC’s actionable financial intelligence products and compliance functions are a unique contribution to the public safety of Canadians and to the protection of the integrity of Canada’s financial system.

FINTRAC acts at arm’s length and is independent from the police services, law enforcement agencies and other entities to which it is authorized to disclose financial intelligence. It reports to the Minister of Finance, who is in turn accountable to Parliament for the activities of the Centre.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 73. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 49.89 51.52 45.94
Total Statutory 5.06 5.74 5.28
Table 162. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 49,892,982 51,042,501 51,516,439 45,942,822
Total Voted 49,892,982 51,042,501 51,516,439 45,942,822
Total Statutory 5,059,409 5,654,561 5,740,623 5,282,731
Total Budgetary 54,952,391 56,697,062 57,257,062 51,225,553

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

During 2017–18, FINTRAC will continue to provide its partners, policy-makers and other interested parties with relevant and actionable financial intelligence that contributes to the public safety of Canadians. FINTRAC will also continue to support efforts to disrupt the ability of criminals and terrorist groups that seek to abuse Canada’s financial system, and to reduce the profit incentive of crime.

As part of its compliance mandate, FINTRAC will seek to deter money laundering and terrorist financing by improving the compliance behaviours of reporting entities that have obligations for reporting, record keeping, identity verification and other requirements under Part 1 and Part 1.1 of the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act and associated Regulations.

In 2017–18 FINTRAC will receive an additional $0.9 million for disclosures to provincial securities regulators as identified in Budget 2015. A decrease of $5.7 million is related to the profile of funds received in Budget 2014 for the implementation of legislative amendments and modernization of its analytics system. A further decrease of $0.7 million reflects Budget 2016 reductions and adjustments to Statutory funding.

For further details regarding FINTRAC, its operations and its use of funds, please refer to the 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 163. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A Canadian financial system resistant to money laundering and terrorist financing.
Financial Intelligence Program 24,973,253 27,127,113 23,038,953
Compliance Program 22,081,112 22,259,185 20,978,489
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 7,898,026 7,310,764 7,208,111
Total 54,952,391 56,697,062 51,225,553

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

House of Commons

Raison d’être

The House of Commons is the elected assembly of the Parliament of Canada. The House has 338 Members who work on behalf of Canadians in four main areas – the Chamber, committees, caucus and their constituencies – and as representatives of Canada. Proudly supporting the House of Commons and its Members, the House Administration provides Members with the services, infrastructure and advice they need to carry out their work as legislators and representatives. The Speaker of the House of Commons is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 74. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - House of Commons (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 278.88 326.30 318.13
Total Statutory 145.45 159.95 157.94
Table 164. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - House of Commons
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 278,879,657 307,196,559 326,299,103 318,131,715
Total Voted 278,879,657 307,196,559 326,299,103 318,131,715
Total Statutory 145,451,711 156,431,224 159,953,394 157,942,685
Total Budgetary 424,331,368 463,627,783 486,252,497 476,074,400

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The budget increase is mostly attributable to increases in Members’ and House Officers’ budgets and to security enhancements.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 165. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - House of Commons
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Effective administrative and professional support for Members, both individually and collectively, in their roles as legislators and representatives of 338 constituencies, in the Chamber, in committee and in caucus.
Members and House Officers 259,587,242 300,362,470 304,226,891
House Administration 164,744,126 163,265,313 171,847,509
Total 424,331,368 463,627,783 476,074,400

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 166. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - House of Commons
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Contributions
Payments to Parliamentary and Procedural Associations 1,012,033 938,549 1,682,466

Immigration and Refugee Board

Raison d’être

The Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) is an independent, accountable administrative tribunal established by Parliament on January 1, 1989 to resolve immigration and refugee cases fairly, efficiently and in accordance with the law. The IRB ensures continued benefits to Canadians: by only accepting refugee claimants needing protection in accordance with international obligations and Canadian law; by contributing to the integrity of the immigration system, the safety and security of Canadians and upholding Canada’s reputation of justice and fairness for individuals; and promoting family reunification. The IRB also contributes to the quality of life of Canada’s communities by strengthening our country’s social fabric and by reflecting and reinforcing core values that are important to Canadians. These include respect for human rights, peace, security and the rule of law.

The Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 75. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Immigration and Refugee Board (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 100.43 105.78 113.25
Total Statutory 11.97 14.50 13.83
Table 167. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Immigration and Refugee Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 100,430,708 100,834,047 105,776,895 113,251,545
Total Voted 100,430,708 100,834,047 105,776,895 113,251,545
Total Statutory 11,966,465 13,668,619 14,496,206 13,832,325
Total Budgetary 112,397,173 114,502,666 120,273,101 127,083,870

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Immigration and Refugee Board is estimating budgetary expenditures of $127.1 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $113.2 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $13.8 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require approval and are provided for information purposes.

The 2017–18 Main Estimates present an overall increase of $12.6 million or 11% from 2016–17, which is mainly attributable to:

  • An increase of $13.2 million in temporary funding for operating expenditures related to resolving cases as a result of the Mexico visa lift, exempting Mexican citizens from the Temporary Resident Visa requirement, which will result in an anticipated increase in asylum seekers;
  • A decrease of $0.9 million arising from the 2016 Budget reduction measures; and
  • A net increase in employee benefit costs and specific collective agreement funding of $0.3 million.

Additional information can be found in the 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 168. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Immigration and Refugee Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Resolve immigration and refugee cases before the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada efficiently, fairly and in accordance with the law.
Refugee Protection 41,540,255 42,860,946 47,194,694
Refugee Appeal 11,907,468 16,219,236 21,991,696
Immigration Appeal 15,889,895 15,718,195 16,332,231
Admissibility Hearings and Detention Reviews 11,465,244 11,100,604 11,683,941
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 31,594,311 28,603,685 29,881,308
Total 112,397,173 114,502,666 127,083,870

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Indian Residential Schools Truth and Reconciliation Commission

Raison d’être

The Commission fulfilled their mandate and rendered their final report on December 15th, 2015. The organization ceased it operations on December 31st, 2015

Organizational Estimates

Figure 76. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Indian Residential Schools Truth and Reconciliation Commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 5.92 0.00 0.00
Total Statutory 0.06 0.00 0.00
Table 169. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Indian Residential Schools Truth and Reconciliation Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 5,922,532 0 0 0
Total Voted 5,922,532 0 0 0
Total Statutory 59,401 0 0 0
Total Budgetary 5,981,933 0 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Not applicable

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 170. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Indian Residential Schools Truth and Reconciliation Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Disclosure and recognition of the truth regarding Indian Residential Schools furthers healing and reconciliation for the individuals and communities affected.
Truth and Reconciliation 4,530,570 0 0
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 1,451,363 0 0
Total 5,981,933 0 0

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

International Development Research Centre

Raison d’être

Part of Canada’s foreign affairs and development efforts, the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) invests in knowledge, innovation, and solutions to improve lives and livelihoods in the developing world. Bringing together the right partners around opportunities for impact, IDRC builds leaders for today and tomorrow and helps drive change for those who need it most.

IDRC was established by an Act of Canada’s Parliament in 1970 to help developing countries find solutions to their challenges. A leader among the world’s top funders of development research, IDRC wields considerable influence in this field, and boosts Canada’s reputation as an innovative and important player on the world stage.

IDRC is governed by a board of up to 14 governors, whose chairperson reports to Canada’s Parliament through the Minister of International Development and La Francophonie.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 77. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - International Development Research Centre (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 183.48 149.21 138.71
Table 171. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - International Development Research Centre
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Centre 183,478,242 149,205,625 149,205,625 138,705,625
Total Voted 183,478,242 149,205,625 149,205,625 138,705,625
Total Budgetary 183,478,242 149,205,625 149,205,625 138,705,625

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The International Development Research Centre is estimating budgetary expenditures of $138.7 million in 2017–18, which requires approval by Parliament.

The International Development Research Centre’s year-over-year decrease of $10.5 million from the 2016–17 Main Estimates includes:

  • A decrease of $11.0 million as a result of having reached the end of the Development Innovation Fund, which aimed to support leading-edge global health research that improves the lives of the poor in developing countries by mobilizing the scientific community to address priority areas for health research, and by the use of research findings to address development challenges; and
  • An increase of $0.5 million related to the funding from Canadian Institutes of Health Research for the Innovating for Maternal and Child Health in Africa program.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 172. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - International Development Research Centre
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Stronger capacity in developing countries to research and propose solutions that support sustainable and equitable development and poverty reduction.
Research on Development Challenges 0 96,764,244 86,118,079
Capacity to Do, Use and Manage Research 0 36,360,959 37,074,966
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 16,080,422 15,512,580
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 183,478,242 0 0
Total 183,478,242 149,205,625 138,705,625

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

International Joint Commission (Canadian Section)

Raison d’être

The International Joint Commission’s mandate is prompt and effective prevention and/or resolution of potential disputes under the Boundary Water Treaty and Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement to ensure there are no negative impacts on Canada-U.S. relations.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 78. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - International Joint Commission (Canadian Section) (canadian section) (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 6.13 6.42 9.43
Total Statutory 0.49 0.63 0.62
Table 173. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - International Joint Commission (Canadian Section)
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 6,132,731 6,169,075 6,419,075 9,434,410
Total Voted 6,132,731 6,169,075 6,419,075 9,434,410
Total Statutory 485,992 602,992 627,992 615,283
Total Budgetary 6,618,723 6,772,067 7,047,067 10,049,693

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Commission, in fulfilment of its mandate under the Boundary Waters Treaty, is continuing the development and implementation of scientific tools and approaches as part of its International Watersheds Initiative to assist governments anticipate, prevent and resolve water-related issues at the local level. These include:

  • An increase of $3.3 million compared to 2016–17 Main Estimates due to the implementation of the 2016 Budget allocations to the IJC regarding conduct of Plans of Studies including Lake Champlain Richelieu River and the Souris basins for flood forecasting, management and mitigation;
  • Hydrographic data harmonization in transboundary basins with a target completion date of June 2017;
  • Completion, by the summer of 2017, of binational water quality modelling in the Great Lakes and the Rainy-Lake of the Woods basins;
  • Implementation of adaptive management approach to water level regulation in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence system in consideration of climate change;
  • Increasing the effectiveness of Commission operations particularly in the areas of information management and information technology; and
  • Increasing public outreach and communications efforts through an enhanced and more reliable and interactive website (IJC.ORG)

In keeping with its responsibility to maintain effective regulation of certain boundary and transboundary waters, and its specific role under the 1938 Rainy Lake Convention, the International Joint Commission is reviewing its Order on the regulation of water levels in the Rainy and Namakan Lakes system. To inform this review, over 20 studies sponsored by the IJC are analyzed to inform the development of possible regulation alternatives. Extensive public and stakeholder consultations, including dedicated First Nations, Métis and Tribes sessions are being conducted in the basin. Recommendations based on the study evaluation and public input will be considered by the Commission in the summer of 2017 prior to formal public hearings in the basin.

The Commission is proceeding with its assigned role in the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement. In particular, the IJC will be:

  • Collecting and summarizing public input on the Progress Report of the Parties;
  • Producing a triennial Assessment of Progress Report;
  • Engaging the public on issues related to Great Lakes water quality, particularly as they relate to the Assessment of Progress; and
  • Continue to provide advice on scientific matters related to the Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem and generate special reports relating to the quality of the waters of the Great Lakes.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 174. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - International Joint Commission (Canadian Section)
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Prompt and effective prevention and/or resolution of potential disputes under the Boundary Water Treaty and Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement to ensure they have no negative impact on Canada-US relations.
Boundary Waters Treaty 4,805,959 4,852,047 8,230,578
Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement 1,812,764 1,920,020 1,819,115
Total 6,618,723 6,772,067 10,049,693

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Library and Archives of Canada

Raison d’être

The Minister of Canadian Heritage is responsible for Library and Archives of Canada.

The mandate of Library and Archives of Canada under the Library and Archives of Canada Act is to:

  • Preserve the documentary heritage of Canada for the benefit of present and future generations;
  • Serve as a source of enduring knowledge accessible to all, contributing to the cultural, social, and economic advancement of Canada as a free and democratic society;
  • Facilitate in Canada co-operation among communities involved in the acquisition, preservation, and diffusion of knowledge; and
  • Serve as the continuing memory of the Government of Canada and its institutions.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 79. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Library and Archives of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 81.21 108.00 104.90
Total Statutory 10.24 10.02 10.32
Table 175. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Library and Archives of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 79,489,293 94,905,525 97,221,526 92,746,852
5 Capital expenditures 1,722,192 11,937,824 10,776,412 12,153,065
Total Voted 81,211,485 106,843,349 107,997,938 104,899,917
Total Statutory 10,240,127 10,015,218 10,015,218 10,319,298
Total Budgetary 91,451,612 116,858,567 118,013,156 115,219,215

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Library and Archives Canada (LAC) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $115.2 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $104.9 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $10.3 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

A decrease in net spending of $1.6 million from $116.9 million in 2016–17 Main Estimates to $115.2 million in 2017–18 Main Estimates because of the following:

  • A net decrease of $1.2 million for adjustments to salary budgets in order to reflect the spending plan; and
  • A decrease of $0.6 million for Budget 2016 Reductions for professional services, travel and advertising.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 176. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Library and Archives of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canada’s documentary heritage is preserved and accessible to current and future generations.
Preservation of documentary heritage 13,905,973 41,608,310 40,469,017
Access to documentary heritage 25,694,772 27,024,039 30,934,977
Acquisition and processing of documentary heritage 13,525,770 13,095,854 9,649,880
Government information is managed to support government accountability.
Development of disposition authorizations 2,636,780 2,399,766 3,315,929
Collaboration in the management of government records 4,797,139 5,363,344 3,307,948
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 30,891,178 27,367,254 27,541,464
Total 91,451,612 116,858,567 115,219,215

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 177. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Library and Archives of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
International Serials Data System 28,815 25,000 25,000
International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions 11,478 11,000 11,000
Contributions
Supporting the Documentary Heritage Communities Program 1,483,757 1,500,000 1,500,000

Library of Parliament

Raison d’être

Formally established under the Parliament of Canada Act, the Library of Parliament’s (the Library) efforts in support of an informed and accessible Parliament pre-date Confederation.

The Library provides Senators, MPs, and parliamentary committees with the independent, non-partisan information they need to examine the issues of the day, consider legislation and hold the government accountable. It preserves Parliament’s rich documentary heritage while optimizing access to its important collections. It also welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors to Parliament each year, and offers interpretive tours and educational programs and products to help the public understand Parliament’s role in our democratic system and the important work parliamentarians do.

The Speakers of the Senate and the House of Commons are vested with the direction and control of the Library of Parliament in accordance with the Parliament of Canada Act.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 80. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Library of Parliament (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 37.11 37.90 42.51
Total Statutory 4.51 5.17 5.25
Table 178. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Library of Parliament
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 37,110,432 37,899,035 37,899,035 42,510,256
Total Voted 37,110,432 37,899,035 37,899,035 42,510,256
Total Statutory 4,508,192 5,172,204 5,172,204 5,247,241
Total Budgetary 41,618,624 43,071,239 43,071,239 47,757,497

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Library is estimating budgetary expenditures of $47.7 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $42.5 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $5.2 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The budget increase from 2016–17 to 2017–18 is mostly attributable to an adjustment to research, reference and information services provided to Parliament; and the implementation of the Library’s new Enterprise Resource Planning system.

The Library continues to build on the tradition of service while responding to the challenges of a 21st-century Parliament. The Library’s professional staff is committed to meeting the evolving needs of parliamentarians for timely and authoritative information, research and analysis.

This information should be read in conjunction with the Library’s Strategic Outlook.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 179. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Library of Parliament
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
An Informed and Accessible Parliament.
Information Support for Parliament 28,400,190 33,169,544 36,185,626
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 13,218,434 9,901,695 11,571,871
Total 41,618,624 43,071,239 47,757,497

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Marine Atlantic Inc.

Raison d’être

Marine Atlantic Inc. (MAI) is a parent Crown Corporation created through the Marine Atlantic Acquisition Authorization Act, 1986 and replaced Canadian National Marine in providing a year-round constitutionally mandated ferry service between North Sydney, Nova Scotia and Port aux Basques, Newfoundland and Labrador (NL). This is the only constitutionally mandated ferry service in Canada. MAI also operates a non-mandated, seasonal service between North Sydney and Argentia, NL. MAI carries over 25 percent of all non-resident visitors to NL, as well as 66 percent of freight and 90 percent of perishables and time sensitive goods. The service is considered vital as infrastructure for businesses across Canada that are involved in the regional economy and for the movement of people on and off the island of Newfoundland.

The Minister of Transport is responsible for this organization.

Additional information can be found in the Organization’s Corporate Plan Summary.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 81. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Marine Atlantic Inc. (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 350.86 146.22 76.55
Table 180. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Marine Atlantic Inc.
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the corporation 350,859,000 140,122,000 146,222,000 76,545,000
Total Voted 350,859,000 140,122,000 146,222,000 76,545,000
Total Budgetary 350,859,000 140,122,000 146,222,000 76,545,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

MAI is estimating budgetary expenditures of $76.5 million in 2017–18 which requires approval by Parliament. This represents a year over year funding decrease of $69.7 million, $15.3 million of which is capital, and $54.5 million is operating funding. These decreases are related to the end of MAI’s current funding envelope, which expires March 31, 2017, and is not representative of the total amount of funding required for the fiscal year (MAI received funding of $517.2 million over 3 years beginning in 2015–16, which included monies for the purchase of 2 vessels and the continuation of a charter for one vessel, plus MAI’s operating shortfalls for 2015–16 and 2016–17). The $76.5 million in funding for 2017–18 is comprised of reference level funding of $19.4 million, $41.5 million in funding that was earmarked for charter fees and fleet renewal expenses from the 3 year funding, and $15.6 million in Federal Infrastructure funding that was approved in 2016–17.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 181. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Marine Atlantic Inc.
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A safe, reliable, efficient, affordable and environmentally responsible ferry service between the Island of Newfoundland and the Province of Nova Scotia.
Ferry Services 0 140,122,000 76,545,000
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 350,859,000 0 0
Total 350,859,000 140,122,000 76,545,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Military Grievances External Review Committee

Raison d’être

The raison d’être of the Military Grievances External Review Committee (the Committee or MGERC) is to provide an independent and external review of military grievances. Section 29 of the National Defence Act provides a statutory right for an officer or a non-commissioned member who has been aggrieved, to grieve a decision, an act or an omission in the administration of the affairs of the Canadian Armed Forces. The importance of this broad right cannot be overstated since it is, with certain narrow exceptions, the only formal complaint process available to Canadian Armed Forces members. The Minister of National Defence is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 82. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Military Grievances External Review Committee (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 5.60 6.14 6.16
Total Statutory 0.66 0.61 0.56
Table 182. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Military Grievances External Review Committee
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 5,595,299 6,141,086 6,141,086 6,160,384
Total Voted 5,595,299 6,141,086 6,141,086 6,160,384
Total Statutory 656,299 612,859 612,859 562,442
Total Budgetary 6,251,598 6,753,945 6,753,945 6,722,826

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Military Grievances External Review Committee is an independent body responsible for reviewing grievances referred to it by the Canadian Forces Grievance Authority and issuing findings and recommendations in a timely manner. The funding is used to cover the costs of conducting an external review of grievances and of support services to the process and the organization as a whole.

The Committee is estimating budgetary expenditures of $6.7 million in 2017-2018. Of this amount $6.2 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining amount of $0.5 million represents a statutory forecast that does not require additional approval and is provided for information purposes. The Committee’s planned expenditures remain approximately the same as the previous year.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 183. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Military Grievances External Review Committee
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The Chief of the Defence Staff and members of the Canadian Armed Forces have access to a fair, independent and timely review of military grievances.
Independent review of military grievances 4,367,142 4,727,762 4,907,663
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 1,884,456 2,026,183 1,815,163
Total 6,251,598 6,753,945 6,722,826

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Military Police Complaints Commission

Raison d’être

On behalf of all Canadians, the Military Police Complaints Commission of Canada (MPCC) exists to provide greater public accountability by the Military Police and the chain of command in relation to Military Police activities. The MPCC derives its mandate from Part IV of Canada’s National Defence Act (NDA).

While it reports to Parliament through the Minister of National Defence, the MPCC is both administratively and legally independent from the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 83. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Military Police Complaints Commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 5.03 4.22 4.21
Total Statutory 0.38 0.47 0.43
Table 184. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Military Police Complaints Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 5,031,875 4,217,527 4,217,527 4,207,948
Total Voted 5,031,875 4,217,527 4,217,527 4,207,948
Total Statutory 375,364 467,784 467,784 430,352
Total Budgetary 5,407,239 4,685,311 4,685,311 4,638,300

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Military Police Complaints Commission of Canada reviews and investigates complaints concerning Military Police conduct; and investigates allegations of interference in Military Police investigations. The MPCC is estimating budgetary expenditures of $4.6 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $4.2 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $0.4 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes. Planned expenditures are virtually unchanged from the previous year.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 185. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Military Police Complaints Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The Military Police Complaints Commission (MPCC) ensures that the Canadian Forces Military Police has the highest standard of conduct according to law and police best practices, and is free from interference in its investigations.
Complaints Resolution 2,545,782 2,354,280 2,343,627
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 2,861,457 2,331,031 2,294,673
Total 5,407,239 4,685,311 4,638,300

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

National Arts Centre Corporation

Raison d’être

The Minister of Canadian Heritage is responsible for this organization.

The National Arts Centre Corporation (NAC) was established in 1966 pursuant to the National Arts Centre Act with the mandate to operate and maintain the National Arts Centre, develop the performing arts in the national capital region, and assist the Canada Council for the Arts in the development of the performing arts elsewhere in Canada. The Corporation arranges and sponsors performing arts activities; encourages and assists the development of performing arts companies; arranges or sponsors web, radio and television broadcasts; provides accommodations for national and local organizations who develop the performing arts in Canada; arranges for performances elsewhere in Canada by resident or non-resident performing arts companies; and arranges for performances outside Canada by resident performing arts companies.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 84. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - National Arts Centre Corporation (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 54.90 135.31 140.03
Table 186. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - National Arts Centre Corporation
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Corporation for operating expenditures 54,897,056 79,397,056 135,309,431 140,034,681
Total Voted 54,897,056 79,397,056 135,309,431 140,034,681
Total Budgetary 54,897,056 79,397,056 135,309,431 140,034,681

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The National Arts Centre Corporation operating appropriations for 2017–18 are $140 million. This represents an increase of $76.9 million for the Production Renewal Project, $1.5 million for the Canada Scenes Festival and a reduction of $17.8 million for the reprofiling of Architectural Rejuvenation Project into the 2016–17 fiscal year, due to the acceleration of the project.

The Architectural Rejuvenation Project began in 2015–16, with the major construction scheduled to be completed in 2018. The ribbon cutting ceremony is planned for July 1, 2017. It will include improved performance spaces, public areas for education and events, accessibility for people with mobility challenges, and a glass atrium with an entrance on Elgin Street, facing Confederation Square and some of the most iconic views of important landmarks in our nation’s capital.

The Production Renewal Project began in 2016–17, with Southam Hall being reconfigured and new seats installed, providing improved audience accessibility. The work will continue with construction expected to be completed in 2018. The majority of the balance of the work will be “behind the scenes” with upgrades to electrical, lighting, sound and base production systems. The goal is to improve the audience experience while modernising electrical and lighting systems and increasing efficiency within performance spaces to meet current standards for a major performing arts centre.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 187. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - National Arts Centre Corporation
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Strong and dynamic performing arts in the National Capital Region and across Canada.
Accommodation 0 50,981,609 110,119,234
Programming 0 16,734,647 18,234,647
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 11,680,800 11,680,800
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 54,897,056 0 0
Total 54,897,056 79,397,056 140,034,681

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

National Capital Commission

Raison d’être

The Minister of Canadian Heritage is responsible for this organization.

The National Capital Commission was created by Parliament in 1959 and pursues the following mandate:

  • To prepare plans for and assist in the development, conservation and improvement of the National Capital Region to ensure that the nature and character of the seat of government reflect its national significance; and
  • To approve building design and the use of federal lands in the Region.

Additional information can be found in the National Capital Commission’s Corporate Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 85. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - National Capital Commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 91.01 90.13 91.90
Table 188. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - National Capital Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Commission for operating expenditures 68,344,322 66,412,180 67,338,180 67,590,380
5 Payments to the Commission for capital expenditures 22,665,000 22,380,000 22,789,114 24,304,870
Total Voted 91,009,322 88,792,180 90,127,294 91,895,250
Total Budgetary 91,009,322 88,792,180 90,127,294 91,895,250

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

A net increase of $3.1 million in planned spending is mainly due to the following:

  • A net decrease of $2.1 million in operating expenditures as a result of funding in the previous year for the National Holocaust Monument;
  • A net increase of $2.9 million in operating expenditures and $1.6 million in capital expenditures under Phase III of the for the Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan;
  • A net increase of $0.3 million in operating expenditures as a result of funding for the 2016 Federal Infrastructure Initiative relating to the Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan; and
  • A net increase of $0.4 million in capital expenditures as a result of funding for the Rideau Cottage portion of the Official Residences improvements.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 189. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - National Capital Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canada’s Capital Region is of national significance and is a source of pride for Canadians.
Capital Stewardship and Protection 0 55,928,000 59,255,250
Capital Planning 0 2,964,000 4,189,000
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 29,900,180 28,451,000
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 91,009,322 0 0
Total 91,009,322 88,792,180 91,895,250

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

National Energy Board

Raison d’être

The National Energy Board is an independent federal regulator of several parts of Canada’s energy industry. It regulates pipelines, energy development and trade in the public interest with safety as its primary concern.

The Minister of Natural Resources is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 86. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - National Energy Board (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 73.77 81.27 72.48
Total Statutory 8.62 8.98 7.36
Table 190. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - National Energy Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 73,773,845 80,581,081 81,269,710 72,478,474
Total Voted 73,773,845 80,581,081 81,269,710 72,478,474
Total Statutory 8,622,723 8,844,366 8,982,092 7,361,511
Total Budgetary 82,396,568 89,425,447 90,251,802 79,839,985

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The National Energy Board is estimating budgetary expenditures of $79.8 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $72.4 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $7.4 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes. The decrease in planned spending in comparison to the 2016–17 Main Estimates is primarily due to a decrease of $4.0 million for Energy Transportation Infrastructure (Budget 2015), a decrease of $5.1 million for Safety Program (Budge 2012) and $4.2 million for Mega Projects (Budget 2014) partially offset by an increase of $4.7 million for Interim Strategy on Pipelines Program (Budget 2016).

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 191. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - National Energy Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
This organization has implemented the Policy on Results, therefore reporting in the Estimates by Core Responsibility.
Energy Adjudication 0 0 28,225,875
Safety and Environment Oversight 0 0 22,559,815
Energy Information 0 0 5,365,717
Engagement 0 0 3,727,165
To support all responsibilities of the organization.
Internal Services 0 0 19,961,413
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 82,396,568 89,425,447 0
Total 82,396,568 89,425,447 79,839,985

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 192. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - National Energy Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Contributions
Participant Funding Program 3,002,692 4,264,067 5,364,067

National Film Board

Raison d’être

The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) was created by an Act of Parliament in 1939 and is a federal agency within the Canadian Heritage portfolio. The NFB’s mandate is to produce and distribute original and innovative audiovisual works that add to our understanding of the issues facing Canadians and raise awareness of Canadian values and viewpoints across the country and around the world. Over the decades, it has become the standard for audiovisual innovation in Canada and plays an important role by highlighting the changes and key events in Canadian society.

As a producer and distributor of audiovisual works, the NFB provides a unique perspective on Canada’s cultural wealth and diversity.

The NFB explores contemporary social issues through point-of-view documentaries, auteur animation and new-media content. Today, our artists and artisans continue to lead the way with advances in form and content in documentary, animation and interactive film.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 87. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - National Film Board (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 59.83 63.39 74.38
Total Statutory 0.09 0.00 0.00
Table 193. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - National Film Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 59,832,360 61,894,820 63,394,820 74,375,345
Total Voted 59,832,360 61,894,820 63,394,820 74,375,345
Total Statutory 88,829 0 0 0
Total Budgetary 59,921,189 61,894,820 63,394,820 74,375,345

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The National Film Board (NFB) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $74.4 million in 2017–18, to be approved by Parliament.

In comparison with the 2016–17 Main Estimates, planned spending has increased by $12.5 million, the net result of:

  • An increase of $10.0 million for the relocation of the NFB’s Montreal headquarters;
  • An increase of $3.0 million in supplementary funding to support audiovisual production, audience development and digitization of the heritage collection;
  • A decrease of $476,475 associated with the rates of the Employees Benefit Plan (EBP); and
  • A decrease in travel expenses of $43,000.

While continuing the implementation of its 2013–18 five-year strategic plan, the NFB is preparing to relocate its headquarters to the Quartier des spectacles in Montreal. The move is scheduled for 2018. To support the move, the NFB received an increase of $2.0 million in 2016–17 and will receive an advance of $12.0 million in 2017–18. The NFB will then see a decrease of $1.2 million per year over a period of 12 years, starting in 2018–19.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 194. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - National Film Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canadian stories and perspectives are reflected in audiovisual media and accessible to Canadians and the world.
Audiovisual production 34,911,829 35,877,615 43,323,228
Accessibility and Audience Engagement 16,702,002 17,598,853 21,657,098
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 8,307,358 8,418,352 9,395,019
Total 59,921,189 61,894,820 74,375,345

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

National Gallery of Canada

Raison d’être

The National Gallery of Canada’s (the Gallery) mandate is to develop, maintain, and make known, throughout Canada and internationally, a collection of works of art, both historic and contemporary, with special, but not exclusive, reference to Canada, and to further knowledge, understanding, and enjoyment of art in general among all Canadians. The Gallery is one of the world’s most respected art institutions, renowned for its exceptional collections, revered for its scholarship, and applauded for its unique ability to engage audiences of all ages and all levels of artistic knowledge. Created in 1880, the Gallery is among the oldest of Canada’s national cultural institutions.

The Minister of Canadian Heritage is responsible for the Gallery.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 88. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - National Gallery of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 45.78 46.08 54.20
Table 195. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - National Gallery of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Gallery for operating and capital expenditures 37,776,761 35,888,410 38,078,410 46,203,410
5 Payment to the Gallery for the acquisition of objects for the collection and related costs 8,000,000 8,000,000 8,000,000 8,000,000
Total Voted 45,776,761 43,888,410 46,078,410 54,203,410
Total Budgetary 45,776,761 43,888,410 46,078,410 54,203,410

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Budgetary expenditures in 2017–18 for the National Gallery of Canada represent $54.2 million, consisting of $34.9 million in operating expenditures, $11.3 million in capital expenditures and $8.0 million in acquisition of objects for the Collection.

The Gallery receives base capital funding through Parliamentary appropriations of $1.0 million. In addition, the Gallery will receive in 2017–18 one-time funding of $8.6 million to replace windows and skylights in the Main Entrance Pavilion and the Colonnade. The Gallery will also receive one-time funding of $1.7 million to complete health and safety related projects.

This funding relieves significant pressure on the long-term capital plan; however, the demand for investment in life-cycle maintenance and repairs to the architectural, electrical, and mechanical systems still exists, as do emerging demands associated with remaining relevant in the digital age. The Gallery will continue to review its Long Term Capital Plan and will prioritize available resources to ensure that the most pressing projects are completed.

During 2017–18, the Gallery will also complete its capital investment in visitor experience and engagement through website redevelopment, revitalization of audiovisual equipment in its auditorium and lecture hall, wayfinding and signage in public and gallery spaces, group and main entrance and parkade.

To celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation, the Canadian and Indigenous Galleries will reopen in 2017, after undergoing a major transformation. The Gallery is funding this initiative with its unrestricted net assets.

The Gallery is also expecting, in 2017–18, escalating non-discretionary costs associated with salary economic increases, operating and maintaining its facilities and ensuring the protection of the collection.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 196. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - National Gallery of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Interest in, knowledge of and appreciation and respect for visual art through collections of historic and contemporary works of art, programs and research that reflect a special but not exclusive perspective on Canada.
Accommodation 0 15,304,248 20,923,870
Outreach 0 9,768,754 13,648,648
Collections 0 12,884,379 12,811,189
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 5,931,029 6,819,703
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 45,776,761 0 0
Total 45,776,761 43,888,410 54,203,410

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

National Museum of Science and Technology

Raison d’être

The National Museum of Science and Technology (NMST) is a Crown corporation that was established by the Museums Act on July 1, 1990.

The mandate of the NMST is to foster scientific and technological literacy throughout Canada by establishing, maintaining and developing a collection of scientific and technical objects, with special but not exclusive reference to Canada, and by demonstrating the products and processes of science and technology and their economic, social and cultural relationships with society.

The NMST operates as the Canada Science and Technology Museums Corporation (CSTMC). It manages three museum sites: the Canada Science and Technology Museum, the Canada Aviation and Space Museum and the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum.

Additional information can be found in the NMST’s Corporate Plan Summary.

The Minister of Canadian Heritage is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 89. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - National Museum of Science and Technology (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 59.60 108.17 144.53
Table 197. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - National Museum of Science and Technology
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Museum for operating and capital expenditures 59,600,577 59,979,776 108,172,776 144,527,796
Total Voted 59,600,577 59,979,776 108,172,776 144,527,796
Total Budgetary 59,600,577 59,979,776 108,172,776 144,527,796

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The 2017–18 Main Estimates for National Museum of Science and Technology(NMST) increased $84.5 million from the previous year as a result of funding allocated for the Canada Science and Technology Museum modernization project, and the construction of the new Collections Conservation Centre. Firstly, the NMST has been granted $78.0 million over three years for the mold remediation, building retrofit, new exterior façade and renewal of the exhibition space at the Canada Science and Technology Museum. Secondly, an amount of $156.3 million has been granted to the NMST over a period of two years for the construction of a Collections Conservation Centre which will be replacing the current NMST collection storage facilities. In 2017–18, the NMST will focus its efforts on the renewal of the Canada Science and Technology Museum building infrastructure, and on creating a national presence and sharing knowledge as detailed in its Corporate Plan. Activities which the NMST will undertake in order to achieve the strategic directions outlined in the Corporate Plan include:

  • Stabilizing the capital infrastructure with a relatively significant retrofit of the Canada Science and Technology Museum building and the construction of a new Collections Conservation Centre;
  • In celebration of the Canada’s 150th anniversary in 2017, re-opening the Canada Science and Technology Museum and presenting renewed exhibitions and programming in its Museums to commemorate the contribution of science, technology and innovation to the transformation of our country, using its collections;
  • Pursuing the Pan Canadian energy initiative. Over the next year, NMST will continue to bring Canadians into meaningful discussions, hopefully raising awareness on alternative resources and altering behaviors in the area of energy use;
  • Increasing its focus on digitization by creating better access to the NMST 2-D and 3-D collections, encouraging open data and continuing to enhance social media presence;
  • Continuing the development of the collection through relevant national research and the rationalization of the collection in order to create a more comprehensive collection and better tell the story of Canada; and
  • Solidifying the NMST financial base and ensuring sustainability through enhanced focus on profitability and increased partnerships.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 198. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - National Museum of Science and Technology
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Interest in, knowledge of and appreciation and respect for science and technology through collections of scientific and technological objects, programs and research reflecting a Canadian perspective.
Accommodation 0 35,915,000 117,967,500
Sharing Knowledge 0 18,495,000 19,050,000
Heritage Preservation 0 4,225,000 4,350,000
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 1,344,776 3,160,296
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 59,600,577 0 0
Total 59,600,577 59,979,776 144,527,796

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

National Research Council of Canada

Raison d’être

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for the National Research Council of Canada (NRC).

The NRC bridges the innovation gap between early stage research and development (R&D) and commercialization, focusing on socio-economic benefits for Canada and increasing national performance in business-led R&D and innovation. A federal leader in technology development, NRC supports Canadian industry to enhance their innovation capabilities and capacity and become more productive in the development and deployment of innovative products, processes and services for markets of national priority and importance. With a presence in every province, NRC combines its strong national foundation with international linkages to help Canada grow in productivity and remain globally competitive. NRC works in collaboration with industry, governments and academia to maximize Canada’s overall R&D investment.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 90. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - National Research Council of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 739.49 895.26 792.87
Total Statutory 205.58 224.50 207.49
Table 199. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - National Research Council of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 391,307,126 400,731,653 384,952,601 349,138,111
5 Capital expenditures 45,670,638 108,758,789 112,108,789 90,392,058
10 Grants and contributions 302,516,706 319,874,894 398,196,264 353,335,834
Total Voted 739,494,470 829,365,336 895,257,654 792,866,003
Total Statutory 205,583,125 224,293,240 224,497,451 207,486,231
Total Budgetary 945,077,595 1,053,658,576 1,119,755,105 1,000,352,234

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

In 2017–18, NRC will continue to focus its 38 research and development (R&D) Programs and national network of R&D facilities to respond to the socio-economic needs of Canada. It will also leverage its science and technology expertise to make contributions to the federal Innovation Agenda, while ensuring effective sustainable management of its resources. For further information, please refer to NRC’s Departmental Plan.

The NRC’s Main Estimates for 2017–18 includes budgetary expenditures of $1,000.4 million. Of this amount, $792.9 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $207.5 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require approval and are provided for information purposes.

Significant changes from 2016–17 Main Estimates to 2017–18 Main Estimates include:

  • A decrease of $59.6 million for the strategic focus to develop and deploy industry-relevant research and technology solutions that will help the growth of innovative businesses of Canada;
  • An increase of $31.7 million for Canada’s participation in the Construction and Commissioning of the International Thirty Meter Telescope Observatory;
  • A decrease of $31.1 million related to the 2014 Federal Infrastructure Initiative;
  • An increase of $14.2 million related to the 2016 Federal Infrastructure Initiative; and
  • A decrease of $7.0 million related to statutory revenue.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 200. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - National Research Council of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canadian businesses prosper from innovative technologies.
Technology Development and Advancement 326,830,511 382,178,045 278,362,056
Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP) 288,919,078 269,541,644 269,123,074
R&D infrastructure for an innovative and knowledge-based economy.
Science Infrastructure and Measurement 116,379,686 167,739,242 199,164,722
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 212,948,320 234,199,645 253,702,382
Total 945,077,595 1,053,658,576 1,000,352,234

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 201. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - National Research Council of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
International Affiliations 559,998 560,000 560,000
Contributions
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms 168,542,673 158,214,000 157,844,000
Contributions to the International Astronomical Observatories Program 15,406,533 63,523,209 96,334,149
Contribution to TRIUMF (Canada’s National Laboratory for Particle and Nuclear Physics) 50,832,800 53,672,800 54,572,800
Contributions for the Canada Accelerator and Incubator Program 18,198,272 24,445,885 24,565,885
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Organizations 13,050,751 13,800,000 13,800,000
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Youth Employment Strategy 23,706,342 5,000,000 5,000,000
Payment of an assessed contribution for the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures 673,126 659,000 659,000

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council

Raison d’être

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for this organization.

The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) is a key actor in making Canada a leading country of discovery and innovation. NSERC aims to maximize the value of public investments in research and development (R&D) and to advance the prosperity and quality of life of all Canadians. In today’s highly competitive global economy, NSERC plays a key role in supporting Canada’s innovation ecosystem. NSERC supports research that benefits all Canadians. By connecting this innovative research to industry through its partnership initiatives, NSERC also makes it easier for the private sector to collaborate with academia and access the wealth of resources Canada’s first-rate academic system has to offer. NSERC develops the next generation of talented scientists and engineers through scholarships and research stipends, and increases the visibility of Canadian research.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 91. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 1,110.44 1,187.65 1,201.66
Total Statutory 5.21 5.69 5.37
Table 202. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 42,397,704 43,401,516 45,519,141 44,692,641
5 Grants 1,068,045,169 1,071,265,060 1,142,126,816 1,156,971,837
Total Voted 1,110,442,873 1,114,666,576 1,187,645,957 1,201,664,478
Total Statutory 5,210,321 5,518,093 5,693,093 5,365,667
Total Budgetary 1,115,653,194 1,120,184,669 1,193,339,050 1,207,030,145

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The 2017–18 Main Estimates include a number of adjustments in reference levels over the 2016–17 Main Estimates. NSERC is estimating budgetary expenditures of $1.2 billion in 2017–18; which requires approval by Parliament. Of this amount, there is $5.4 million representing statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The variance between the 2017–18 Main Estimates and the 2016–17 Main Estimates demonstrates a net increase of $86.8 million or 7.2% in planned spending. The primary changes include:

  • An increase of $70.2 million for the Canada First Research Excellence Fund, a tri-agency initiative to help institutions excel globally in research areas that create long-term economic advantages for Canada;
  • An increase of $29.9 million from Budget 2016 to support discovery research in the natural sciences and engineering;
  • An increase of $15.0 million from Budget 2015 to support partnerships between businesses and academic researchers and for the College and Community Innovation (CCI) Program;
  • A decrease of $9.0 million for the Canada Excellence Research Chairs Program due to the ending of the first award cycle;
  • A decrease of $7.0 million to transfer to Innovation, Science and Economic Development for the Mitacs Accelerate Program to support industrial research internships for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows;
  • A decrease of $7.0 million for the Climate Change and Atmospheric Research due to sunset of the program;
  • A decrease of $3.0 million to Canada-India Research Centre of Excellence due to sunset of the program;
  • A decrease of $1.7 million to Centres of Excellence for Commercialization and Research program to support world renowned researchers and their teams to establish ambitious research programs at Canadian universities; and
  • A decrease of $0.6 million in various items such as the Budget 2016 reduction on professional services, travel and advertising.

More detailed information on the agency’s spending plans can be found in the Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 203. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canada is a world leader in advancing, connecting and applying new knowledge in the natural sciences and engineering.
Discovery: Advancement of Knowledge 454,997,430 435,524,044 522,502,495
Innovation: Research Partnerships 369,402,138 375,358,463 378,552,344
People: Research Talent 273,271,214 287,561,563 287,882,897
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 17,982,412 21,740,599 18,092,409
Total 1,115,653,194 1,120,184,669 1,207,030,145

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 204. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants and Scholarships 858,143,860 856,488,686 887,833,122
Canada First Research Excellence Fund 31,234,943 31,607,277 101,820,801
College and Community Innovation Program 40,655,749 40,673,157 52,530,071
Canada Graduate Scholarships 42,572,667 42,580,000 42,580,000
Networks of Centres of Excellence 33,430,050 33,430,050 31,590,000
Canada Excellence Research Chairs 25,050,000 25,200,000 16,216,667
Centres of Excellence for Commercialization and Research 8,925,237 12,494,569 9,754,676
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships 8,286,944 8,350,000 8,350,000
Business-Led Networks of Centres of Excellence 6,917,000 6,551,000 6,296,500

Northern Pipeline Agency

Raison d’être

The Minister of Natural Resources is responsible for this organization.

The Northern Pipeline Agency (NPA) was established by the Northern Pipeline Act in 1978 and, in the context of the 1977 Agreement Between Canada and the United States of America on Principles Applicable to a Northern Natural Gas Pipeline. NPA has a mandate to carry out federal responsibilities in respect of the planning and construction of the Canadian portion of the Alaska Natural Gas Pipeline. The NPA plays a key role in supporting efficient and expeditious regulatory approval while ensuring environmental protection and social and economic benefits for Canada.

Additional information can be found in the organization’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 92. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Northern Pipeline Agency (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 0.43 0.70 0.47
Total Statutory 0.03 0.05 0.03
Table 205. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Northern Pipeline Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 425,969 701,095 701,095 465,000
Total Voted 425,969 701,095 701,095 465,000
Total Statutory 30,086 50,740 50,740 29,830
Total Budgetary 456,055 751,835 751,835 494,830

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The NPA is estimating budgetary expenditures of $495 thousand in 2017–18. Of this amount, $465 thousand requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $30 thousand represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

Planned spending of $495 thousand in 2017–18 is lower than the planned spending of $752 thousand in 2016–17 to reflect the reduction in the Alaska Highway Gas Pipeline project activities while continuing to fulfill Canada’s obligations under the Act.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 206. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Northern Pipeline Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The planning and construction of the Canadian portion of the Alaska Highway Gas Pipeline project is efficient and expeditious while ensuring environmental protection and social and economic benefits for Canadians.
Oversee and regulate the planning and construction of the Canadian portion of the Alaska Highway Natural Gas Pipeline Project. 456,055 751,835 494,830
Total 456,055 751,835 494,830

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 207. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Northern Pipeline Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Contributions
Funding to conduct consultation activities, primarily with Indigenous groups who could be affected by the Alaska Highway Gas Pipeline project 0 10,000 10,000

Office of Infrastructure of Canada

Raison d’être

The key to building Canada for the 21st century is a strategic and collaborative long-term infrastructure plan that builds cities and communities that are economically vibrant, strategically planned, sustainable and inclusive. Infrastructure Canada works in collaboration with all orders of government and other partners to enable investments in economic, social and environmental infrastructure as well as the infrastructure needed to increase trade and economic growth.

The Minister of Infrastructure and Communities is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 93. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of Infrastructure of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 1,211.90 3,235.09 4,933.54
Total Statutory 1,978.54 2,078.80 2,078.12
Table 208. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of Infrastructure of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 58,768,365 110,040,788 127,735,686 126,917,348
5 Capital expenditures 48,429,565 68,690,586 89,935,011 523,659,656
10 Contributions 1,104,706,213 1,612,886,500 3,017,422,437 4,282,963,173
Total Voted 1,211,904,143 1,791,617,874 3,235,093,134 4,933,540,177
Total Statutory 1,978,537,613 2,077,891,383 2,078,797,646 2,078,123,624
Total Budgetary 3,190,441,756 3,869,509,257 5,313,890,780 7,011,663,801

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Infrastructure Canada is estimating budgetary expenditures of $7.0 billion in 2017–18. Of this amount, approximately $4,933.5 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $2,078.1 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The Department will continue to make significant investments in communities across Canada, as well as continue to work with funding partners to implement new and existing programs, ensure the timely completion of projects and provide stewardship and oversight as we process and pay thousands of claims for projects.

A net increase of $3.1 billion in spending is mainly due to the following:

  • Increase of $2,670.0 million in contribution funding related to the new programs, as announced in Budget 2016; and
  • Increase of $454.9 million is mainly related to the construction of the New Champlain Bridge Corridor project.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 209. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of Infrastructure of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Public Infrastructure for a More Prosperous Canada.
Investments in National Infrastructure Priorities 84,854,656 174,342,089 3,058,211,074
Permanent and Flexible Infrastructure Funding 1,974,079,201 2,074,601,337 2,074,765,524
Large-Scale Infrastructure Investments 887,432,688 1,269,427,535 1,026,254,190
New Bridge for the St. Lawrence Corridor Project 66,281,311 91,859,300 590,744,529
Infrastructure Investments in Small Communities and Rural Areas 88,141,483 131,922,508 162,625,742
Funding for Provincial-Territorial Priorities 50,036,481 97,380,082 56,608,537
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 39,615,936 29,976,406 42,454,205
Total 3,190,441,756 3,869,509,257 7,011,663,801

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 210. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Office of Infrastructure of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Contributions
Public Transit Infrastructure Fund 0 0 1,688,830,373
Clean Water and Wastewater Fund 0 0 954,800,627
New Building Canada Fund – Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component – National and Regional Projects 41,528,898 523,420,000 585,092,711
Contributions under the Building Canada Fund Major Infrastructure Component 701,022,158 603,887,496 354,368,748
New Building Canada Fund – National Infrastructure Component 3,069,122 135,900,000 288,400,000
New Building Canada Fund – Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component – Small Communities Fund 12,093,038 57,630,000 117,757,289
Contributions under the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund 141,733,441 87,156,234 73,496,291
Contributions under the Green Infrastructure Fund 11,378,170 19,311,935 63,625,193
Contributions under the Building Canada Fund Communities Component 69,630,098 72,213,242 43,200,000
Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway Program 51,375,000 14,250,000 26,600,000
Capacity Building for Climate Change Challenges Fund 0 0 15,000,000
Asset Management Fund 0 0 10,000,000
Contributions under the Border Infrastructure Fund 17,699,761 1,885,793 5,310,141
Other Transfer Payments
Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Funding Program 50,000,000 97,231,800 56,481,800
Total Statutory 1,973,269,432 2,071,932,904 2,071,932,904

Office of the Auditor General

Raison d’être

The Auditor General is an Officer of Parliament, who is independent from the government and reports directly to Parliament. The Office of the Auditor General is the legislative audit office of the federal government and of the three northern territories. The main legislative auditing duties are financial audits, performance audits, special examinations, and sustainable development monitoring activities and environmental petitions. Our audits and studies provide objective information, advice and assurance to Parliament, territorial legislatures, governments and Canadians. With our reports and testimony, we assist parliamentarians and territorial legislators in their work on the authorization and oversight of government spending and operations. The Minister of Finance is responsible for tabling the Auditor General’s administrative reports in Parliament, including the Departmental Plan and Departmental Performance Report.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 94. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Auditor General (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 68.87 68.27 68.27
Total Statutory 8.81 10.26 9.23
Table 211. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Auditor General
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 68,874,231 68,269,099 68,269,099 68,269,099
Total Voted 68,874,231 68,269,099 68,269,099 68,269,099
Total Statutory 8,808,845 10,264,633 10,264,633 9,232,872
Total Budgetary 77,683,076 78,533,732 78,533,732 77,501,971

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Office of the Auditor General is estimating budgetary expenditures of $77.5 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $68.3 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $9.2 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

In total, the Office is estimating a decrease of $1.0 million or 1.3% from the previous Main Estimates as a result of a decrease in the employee benefit plans rate. Additional information can be found in the Office of the Auditor General’s 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 212. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Auditor General
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
To contribute to well-managed government programs and better government accountability to Parliament through our legislative auditing work.
Legislative Auditing 77,683,076 78,533,732 77,501,971
Total 77,683,076 78,533,732 77,501,971

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Office of the Chief Electoral Officer

Raison d’être

The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, commonly known as Elections Canada, is an independent, non-partisan agency that reports directly to Parliament. Its mandate is to be prepared to conduct a federal general election, by-election or referendum; to administer the political financing provisions of the Canada Elections Act; to monitor compliance with electoral legislation; to conduct public information campaigns on voter registration, voting and becoming a candidate; to conduct education programs for students on the electoral process; to provide support to the independent commissions in charge of adjusting the boundaries of federal electoral districts following each decennial census; to carry out studies on voting and, with the approval of parliamentarians, test alternative voting processes for future use during electoral events; to provide assistance and co-operation in electoral matters to electoral agencies in other countries or to international organizations.

The Minister of Democratic Institutions is the designated person for the purpose of tabling the Chief Electoral Officer’s administrative reports in Parliament, including the Departmental Plan and Departmental Results Report.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 95. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 29.38 29.21 29.25
Total Statutory 457.03 69.32 82.95
Table 213. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Chief Electoral Officer
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 29,376,133 29,212,735 29,212,735 29,253,454
Total Voted 29,376,133 29,212,735 29,212,735 29,253,454
Total Statutory 457,030,221 69,322,526 69,322,526 82,954,536
Total Budgetary 486,406,354 98,535,261 98,535,261 112,207,990

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer is estimating budgetary expenditures of $112.2 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $29.3 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $82.9 million represents statutory forecasts and is provided for information purposes.

Overall for 2017–18, the agency is estimating an increase of $13.7 million from the 2016–17 Main Estimates. This net increase is explained by the investment in the modernization of the electoral process and the renewal of critical assets and infrastructure.

Additional information can be found in the agency’s Departmental Plan.

The disposition of all authorities will be available in the agency’s Departmental Results Report and the Public Accounts.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 214. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Chief Electoral Officer
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
An Accessible Electoral Framework that Canadians Trust and Use.
Electoral Operations 331,586,802 45,743,386 53,556,884
Regulation of Electoral Activities 116,777,324 11,656,805 11,219,651
Electoral Engagement 8,244,303 9,059,837 9,279,980
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 29,797,925 32,075,233 38,151,475
Total 486,406,354 98,535,261 112,207,990

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Office of the Commissioner for Federal Judicial Affairs

Raison d’être

The Office of the Commissioner for Federal Judicial Affairs (FJA) provides services to the Canadian judiciary and promotes judicial independence.

The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada is responsible for this organization.

Additional information can be found in FJA’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 96. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Commissioner for Federal Judicial Affairs (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 10.01 12.42 12.30
Total Statutory 533.42 545.86 559.57
Table 215. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Commissioner for Federal Judicial Affairs
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Office of the Commissioner for Federal Judicial Affairs – Operating expenditures 7,703,337 7,833,778 9,406,418 8,779,358
5 Canadian Judicial Council – Operating expenditures 2,302,903 1,513,611 3,013,611 3,525,036
Total Voted 10,006,240 9,347,389 12,420,029 12,304,394
Total Statutory 533,420,592 545,826,864 545,856,484 559,573,191
Total Budgetary 543,426,832 555,174,253 558,276,513 571,877,585

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

FJA is estimating budgetary expenditures of $571.9 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $12.3 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $559.6 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The total spending for the department shows a continual increase over the planning period.

A net increase of $13.7 million in statutory forecast from the 2016–17 Main Estimates is due to an increase in the number of judicial appointments, an increase in the overall average in the amounts of pensions being paid to pensioners in accordance with the Judges Act, as well as a provision for a salary increase to federally appointed judges.

Please refer to the 2017–18 Departmental Plan for additional information.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 216. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Commissioner for Federal Judicial Affairs
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
An independent and efficient Federal Judiciary.
Payments Pursuant to the Judges Act 532,643,045 544,838,708 558,662,575
Federal Judicial Affairs 7,576,944 7,904,536 8,786,280
Canadian Judicial Council 2,488,907 1,704,209 3,701,930
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 717,936 726,800 726,800
Total 543,426,832 555,174,253 571,877,585

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying

Raison d’être

The Commissioner of Lobbying of Canada is an Agent of Parliament. The Commissioner reports to the House of Commons and the Senate.

The Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying’s role is to regulate lobbyists. The Lobbying Act and the Lobbyists’ Code of Conduct let Canadians see who is lobbying at the federal level. This helps to increase transparency and promote ethical standards in lobbying.

The President of the Treasury Board tables the Office’s Departmental Plan and Departmental Results Report in Parliament. Visit the Office’s website for more information.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 97. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 3.97 4.03 4.03
Total Statutory 0.40 0.44 0.40
Table 217. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 3,972,732 4,026,414 4,026,414 4,026,414
Total Voted 3,972,732 4,026,414 4,026,414 4,026,414
Total Statutory 404,725 436,272 436,272 398,225
Total Budgetary 4,377,457 4,462,686 4,462,686 4,424,639

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

In this fiscal year, the Office will use technology to improve its operations. The goals are to improve services and transparency.

The Office will revise the Registry of Lobbyists and its website. The goals are to improve its accessibility and usability. Two main improvements will be using plain language and making them work better on cell phones and tablets. There may also be new features added to the Registry, which could include more effective search functions.

The Office will evaluate its Outreach and Education Program. This may identify areas for improvement. The Office will also work to ensure consistency in its awareness efforts. These may help to promote compliance and increase transparency.

The Office will implement an information management and information technology strategy. This will help the Office improve its operations and offer more efficient services. This strategy will help support investigations.

A key theme will be using technology to improve the Office’s activities.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 218. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
This organization has implemented the Policy on Results, therefore reporting in the Estimates by Core Responsibility.
Ensure transparency and accountability in the lobbying of public office holders in order to contribute to confidence in the integrity of government decision making 0 0 3,061,393
To support all responsibilities of the organization.
Internal Services 0 0 1,363,246
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 4,377,457 4,462,686 0
Total 4,377,457 4,462,686 4,424,639

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages

Raison d’être

The Commissioner of Official Languages has to oversee the full implementation of the Official Languages Act, protect the language rights of Canadians, and promote linguistic duality and bilingualism in Canada.

Section 56 of the Official Languages Act states: “It is the duty of the Commissioner to take all actions and measures within the authority of the Commissioner with a view to ensuring recognition of the status of each of the official languages and compliance with the spirit and intent of this Act in the administration of the affairs of federal institutions, including any of their activities relating to the advancement of English and French in Canadian society.”

Under the Act, therefore, the Commissioner is required to take every measure within his power to ensure that the three main objectives of the Official Languages Act are met:

  • The equality of the status and use of English and French in Parliament, the Government of Canada, the federal administration and the institutions subject to the Act;
  • The development of official language communities in Canada; and
  • The advancement of the equality of English and French in Canadian society.

The Commissioner of Official Languages is appointed by commission under the Great Seal, after approval by resolution of the House of Commons and the Senate. The Commissioner reports directly to Parliament.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 98. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 18.11 18.56 18.60
Total Statutory 2.12 2.33 2.13
Table 219. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 18,114,091 18,559,402 18,559,402 18,595,492
Total Voted 18,114,091 18,559,402 18,559,402 18,595,492
Total Statutory 2,115,940 2,332,217 2,332,217 2,134,492
Total Budgetary 20,230,031 20,891,619 20,891,619 20,729,984

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages is estimating budgetary expenditures of $20.7 million for 2017–18. Of this amount, $18.6 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $2.1 million represents statutory authorities that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The funding will be used for the following programs:

  • Protection of languages rights; and
  • Promotion of Linguistic Duality.

In 2017–18, the Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages main priority will be:

  • Leverage Canada’s 150th anniversary to heighten the centrality of Canada’s linguistic duality and the need to reflect on the future of the Canadian language policy.

Additional information can be found in the Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 220. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Rights guaranteed by the Official Languages Act are protected and linguistic duality is promoted as a fundamental value of Canadian society.
Protection of Language Rights 6,673,506 6,967,574 7,255,494
Promotion of Linguistic Duality 6,059,233 6,971,568 6,840,895
The following program activity supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 7,497,292 6,952,477 6,633,595
Total 20,230,031 20,891,619 20,729,984

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Office of the Communications Security Establishment Commissioner

Raison d’être

The position of Communications Security Establishment Commissioner was created to review the activities of the Communications Security Establishment (CSE) to determine whether it performs its duties and functions in accordance with the laws of Canada.

This includes having due regard for the privacy of Canadians. The Commissioner’s office exists to support the Commissioner in the effective discharge of his mandate. Additional information can be found in the Departmental Plan of the Office of the Communications Security Establishment Commissioner.

Under the Financial Administration Act, the Minister of National Defence is responsible for the Office of the Communications Security Establishment Commissioner.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 99. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Communications Security Establishment Commissioner (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 1.86 1.94 1.94
Total Statutory 0.18 0.19 0.17
Table 221. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Communications Security Establishment Commissioner
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 1,856,987 1,940,071 1,940,071 1,940,071
Total Voted 1,856,987 1,940,071 1,940,071 1,940,071
Total Statutory 177,890 185,306 185,306 169,145
Total Budgetary 2,034,877 2,125,377 2,125,377 2,109,216

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Office of the Communications Security Establishment Commissioner is estimating expenditures of 2.1 million in 2017-18. Of this amount, 1.9 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining 0.2 million represents a statutory forecast that does not require additional approval and is provided for information purposes.

The planned expenditures of the Office of the Communications Security Establishment Commissioner are virtually unchanged from the previous year.

The Office intends to continue to conduct rigorous reviews to determine that activities conducted by CSE under ministerial authorizations are those authorized by the Minister of National Defence; to determine whether CSE complies with the law and only directs its activities at foreign entities located outside Canada; to assess the extent that, in all the activities CSE undertakes, it effectively applies satisfactory measures to protect the privacy of Canadians; and to report the results of these reviews to the Minister of National Defence, who is responsible for CSE.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 222. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Communications Security Establishment Commissioner
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The Communications Security Establishment performs its duties and functions in accordance with the laws of Canada and with due regard for the privacy of Canadians.
The Communications Security Establishment Commissioner’s Review Program 1,498,360 1,620,000 1,581,736
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 536,517 505,377 527,480
Total 2,034,877 2,125,377 2,109,216

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner

Raison d’être

The Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner administers the Conflict of Interest Act (Act) and the Conflict of Interest Code for Members of the House of Commons (Code). These two regimes seek to ensure that public officials, whether appointed as public office holders or elected as Members, are not in a conflict of interest. The Act and the Code establish conflict of interest rules for public office holders and Members, and hold them to standards that place the public interest above their private interests when the two come into conflict. The Commissioner is also mandated to provide confidential advice to the Prime Minister about conflict of interest and ethics issues. Additional information can be found in the Commissioner’s annual reports which are available on the website of the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner at http://www.ciec-ccie.gc.ca.

The Speaker of the House of Commons is the appropriate Minister for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 100. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 5.16 6.18 6.18
Total Statutory 0.60 0.79 0.72
Table 223. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 5,157,753 6,178,280 6,178,280 6,178,280
Total Voted 5,157,753 6,178,280 6,178,280 6,178,280
Total Statutory 600,385 792,373 792,373 723,271
Total Budgetary 5,758,138 6,970,653 6,970,653 6,901,551

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The operating budget of the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner is used to support the delivery of the legislative mandate of the Commissioner. The main responsibilities of the Office consist of advising public office holders and Members on their obligations under the Act and the Code; receiving and reviewing confidential reports of assets, liabilities, income and activities of reporting public office holders and Members in order to advise on and establish appropriate compliance measures; maintaining confidential files of required disclosures; maintaining public registries of publicly declarable information; administering an administrative monetary penalty regime for failures to comply with certain reporting requirements; and conducting examinations and inquiries into alleged contraventions of the Act and the Code. A considerable portion of the budget is spent on salaries and shared internal services agreements.

More details on the operations of the Office can be found in the Commissioner’s annual reports which are available on her website at http://www.ciec-ccie.gc.ca/.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 224. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The public can feel confident that public office holders and MPs are meeting the requirements of the conflict of interest compliance measures.
Administration of the Conflict of Interest Act and the Conflict of Interest Code for Members of the House of Commons 3,818,993 4,784,816 5,213,144
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 1,939,145 2,185,837 1,688,407
Total 5,758,138 6,970,653 6,901,551

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Office of the Co-ordinator, Status of Women

Raison d’être

The Office of the Co-ordinator, Status of Women, known as Status of Women Canada (SWC), is a federal government agency that promotes equality between women and men in all aspects of Canadian life. The mandate of SWC is “to coordinate policy with respect to the status of women and administer related programs” (1976).

SWC is responsible for exercising leadership and working in partnership to promote and advance equality by: supporting action that will lead to equality by helping to create conditions for success for women and girls in Canada; providing expert advice on gender equality and Gender-based Analysis Plus in the development of effective programs, policies and legislation for all Canadians; promoting commemorative dates related to women and girls in Canada; and supporting Canada’s efforts to meet international obligations.

SWC works to promote and advance equality for women and girls, focusing its efforts in three areas: improving women’s and girls’ economic security and prosperity; ending violence against women and girls; and supporting the advancement and increased representation of women and girls in leadership and decision-making roles.

While SWC focuses on these three areas, the agency is able to address specific issues such as gender based violence, the economic security and prosperity of women in rural and remote communities, and women’s full participation in Canada’s democratic and public life.

The Minister of Status of Women is responsible for this organisation.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 101. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Co-ordinator, Status of Women (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 28.28 34.32 36.19
Total Statutory 1.27 1.60 1.79
Table 225. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Co-ordinator, Status of Women
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 9,992,018 9,801,615 13,686,215 15,608,148
5 Grants and contributions 18,285,000 20,630,000 20,630,000 20,580,000
Total Voted 28,277,018 30,431,615 34,316,215 36,188,148
Total Statutory 1,265,383 1,304,709 1,600,709 1,789,273
Total Budgetary 29,542,401 31,736,324 35,916,924 37,977,421

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Office of the Co-ordinator, Status of Women (SWC), is estimating budgetary expenditures of $38 million in 2017–18. Of this amount $36.1 million must be approved by Parliament. The remaining $1.8 million represent statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

In fiscal year 2017–18 SWC will receive additional funding of $6.2 million to:

  • Increase research and evaluation function;
  • Expand regional presence;
  • Increase Gender Based Analysis function; and
  • Increase capacity at Status of Women Canada.

Additional information will be available in the organization’s 2017–18 Departmental Plan, once tabled in the House of Commons.

Details on SWC’s 2015–16 spending may be found in the organization’s 2015–16 Departmental Performance Report.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 226. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Co-ordinator, Status of Women
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Equality between women and men is promoted and advanced in Canada.
Advancing Equality for Women 22,459,620 25,341,251 28,798,443
Strategic Advice, Expertise and Promotion of Gender Equality 1,852,185 2,144,659 3,153,970
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 5,230,596 4,250,414 6,025,008
Total 29,542,401 31,736,324 37,977,421

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 227. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Office of the Co-ordinator, Status of Women
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Women’s Program – Grants to women’s and other voluntary organizations for the purpose of furthering women’s participation in Canadian society 13,427,882 15,610,000 15,560,000
Contributions
Women’s Program – Contributions to women’s and other voluntary organizations for the purpose of furthering women’s participation in Canadian society 4,857,118 5,020,000 5,020,000

Office of the Correctional Investigator of Canada

Raison d’être

As the ombudsman for federally sentenced offenders, the Office of the Correctional Investigator serves Canadians and contributes to safe, lawful and humane corrections through independent oversight of the Correctional Service of Canada by providing accessible, impartial and timely investigation of individual and systemic concerns.

While an independent organization, the Office of the Correctional Investigator is part of the Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness portfolio.

The Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 102. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Correctional Investigator of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 4.06 4.10 4.10
Total Statutory 0.51 0.56 0.51
Table 228. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Correctional Investigator of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 4,060,704 4,102,301 4,102,301 4,102,301
Total Voted 4,060,704 4,102,301 4,102,301 4,102,301
Total Statutory 509,443 562,235 562,235 513,203
Total Budgetary 4,570,147 4,664,536 4,664,536 4,615,504

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Office of the Correctional Investigator is estimating budgetary expenditures of $4.6 million dollars in 2017–18. Of this amount, approximately $4.1 million dollars requires approval from Parliament. The remaining $513 thousand dollars represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

Historically, operating expenditures have been relatively stable as the organization’s Main Estimates does not fluctuate significantly from year to year. The organization’s investigative priorities in 2017–18 will include: access to health care; prevention of deaths in custody; conditions of confinement; Indigenous corrections; safe and timely reintegration; and, issues impacting federally sentenced women.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 229. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Correctional Investigator of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The problems of offenders in the federal correctional system are identified and addressed in a timely fashion.
Ombudsman for federal offenders 3,773,324 3,629,089 3,585,451
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 796,823 1,035,447 1,030,053
Total 4,570,147 4,664,536 4,615,504

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions

Raison d’être

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) was created on December 12, 2006, with the coming into force of the Director of Public Prosecutions Act. The ODPP is an independent prosecution service mandated to prosecute offences that are under the jurisdiction of the Attorney General of Canada.

On October 1, 2014, pursuant to amendments to the Canada Elections Act, the Office of the Commissioner of Canada Elections (OCCE) was transferred from Elections Canada to the ODPP. The Commissioner of Canada Elections and the Director of Public Prosecutions exercise their statutory duties independently from each other while operating within the same organization. The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada is responsible for this organization.

The ODPP has two strategic outcomes under its Program Alignment Architecture. The first is that criminal and regulatory offences under federal law are prosecuted in an independent, impartial and fair manner. The mandate of the ODPP includes:

  • Providing legal advice to federal investigative agencies and government departments on the criminal law implications of investigations and prosecutions;
  • Initiating and conducting federal prosecutions; and
  • Intervening in matters that raise questions of public interest that may affect the conduct of prosecutions or related investigations.

The second strategic outcome is in respect of the work of the OCCE. It provides that compliance and enforcement activities under the Canada Elections Act and Referendum Act are conducted by the OCCE in a fair, impartial and independent manner. Activities related to this mandate include:

  • The use of non-punitive and informal corrective measures in response to certain situations of non-compliance and of formal measures for others, such as compliance agreements, injunctions, and applications for the judicial deregistration of a registered party; and
  • Taking enforcement measures to respond to situations of non-compliance, including deciding which matters will be referred to the ODPP for possible prosecution and what charges will be recommended.

Additional information on the ODPP can be found in the Public Prosecution Service of Canada’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 103. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 153.04 163.79 161.66
Total Statutory 19.08 21.87 19.77
Table 230. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 153,042,317 163,791,495 163,791,495 161,657,167
Total Voted 153,042,317 163,791,495 163,791,495 161,657,167
Total Statutory 19,082,269 21,873,962 21,873,962 19,769,662
Total Budgetary 172,124,586 185,665,457 185,665,457 181,426,829

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The 2017–18 budgetary authorities amount to $181.43 million. Of this amount, $161.66 million is for program expenditures and $19.77 million for statutory expenditures.

Of the statutory expenditures, $18.22 million is for employees’ benefit plans while $1.55 million is to ensure compliance and enforcement of the Canada Elections Act and the Referendum Act.

The 2017–18 Main Estimates ($181.43 million) are $4.24 million lower than the 2016–17 Main Estimates ($185.67 million). This is due to:

  • A decrease of $2 million for the collection of outstanding federal fines;
  • A decrease of $1.67 million for the employees’ benefit plans; and
  • A reduction of $0.57 million following the Budget 2016 reduction on professional services, travel and advertising.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 231. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Criminal and regulatory offences under federal law are prosecuted by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions in an independent, impartial and fair manner.
Drug, National Security and Northern Prosecutions Program 130,007,960 135,101,728 133,791,283
Regulatory Offences and Economic Crime Prosecution Program 17,678,932 27,321,561 25,033,465
Compliance and enforcement activities under the Canada Elections Act and the Referendum Act are conducted by the Office of the Commissioner of Canada Elections in an independent, impartial and fair manner.
Compliance and Enforcement 0 0 3,330,613
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 20,344,053 19,425,280 19,271,468
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 4,093,641 3,816,888 0
Total 172,124,586 185,665,457 181,426,829

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Office of the Governor General’s Secretary

Raison d’être

The Office of the Secretary to the Governor General (Office) provides support and advice to the Governor General of Canada in his/her unique role as the representative of The Queen in Canada as well as Commander-in-Chief. The Office assists the Governor General in carrying out constitutional responsibilities, in representing Canada internationally, and in encouraging excellence and achievement through the administration of the Canadian Honours System and in the granting of armorial bearings.

The Office also supports the Governor General in bringing Canadians together. It manages a visitor services program at both of the Governor General’s official residences and oversees the day-to-day operations of these residences. The Office also provides support to former Governors General.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 104. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Governor General’s Secretary (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 19.42 20.03 19.71
Total Statutory 2.90 3.11 3.04
Table 232. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Governor General’s Secretary
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 19,419,192 20,034,516 20,034,516 19,705,766
Total Voted 19,419,192 20,034,516 20,034,516 19,705,766
Total Statutory 2,898,900 3,110,918 3,110,918 3,038,244
Total Budgetary 22,318,092 23,145,434 23,145,434 22,744,010

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Office is estimating budgetary expenditures of $22.7 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $19.7 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $3.0 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes only.

The Office’s operating budget, as announced in Budget 2015, has been increased to include expenses to support and modernise the Canadian Honours system and bring it closer to all Canadians. These enhancements include increasing the number of nominations to the Order of Canada from under-represented sectors and modernizing eligibility and selection criteria for a number of other honours and awards. It also proposes to bring the Canadian honours and honourees closer to all Canadians through additional events and ceremonies, as well as the creation of an online portal.

The difference in the statutory forecasts is the result of the Governor General’s Act adjusting statutory payments paid to the current and former Governors General and an adjustment to the contributions to employee benefit plans.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 233. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Governor General’s Secretary
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The Governor General, representing The Queen in Canada, is enabled to fulfill constitutional, state, ceremonial and public duties.
Governor General Support 16,020,959 16,253,434 16,007,130
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 6,297,133 6,892,000 6,736,880
Total 22,318,092 23,145,434 22,744,010

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Office of the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner

Raison d’être

The Office of the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner of Canada (the Office) was established to implement the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act, which came into force in April 2007.

The Commissioner reports directly to Parliament, and the President of the Treasury Board is responsible for tabling the Office’s Departmental Plan and Departmental Results Report in Parliament.

The Office contributes to strengthening accountability and increases oversight of government operations by providing:

  • Public servants and members of the public with an independent and confidential process for receiving and investigating disclosures of wrongdoing in, or relating to, the federal public sector, and by reporting founded cases to Parliament and making recommendations to chief executives on corrective measures; and
  • Public servants and former public servants with a mechanism for handling complaints of reprisal for the purpose of coming to a resolution including referring cases to the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Tribunal.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 105. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 4.06 4.94 4.96
Total Statutory 0.40 0.53 0.48
Table 234. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 4,055,285 4,936,421 4,936,421 4,957,842
Total Voted 4,055,285 4,936,421 4,936,421 4,957,842
Total Statutory 398,272 526,053 526,053 483,539
Total Budgetary 4,453,557 5,462,474 5,462,474 5,441,381

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Office is estimating budgetary expenditures of $5.4 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $4.9 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $0.5 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes. The Office’s Main Estimates will remain stable when compared to the previous year.

The 2017–18 funding will be used to provide and support a disclosure and reprisal management function that is timely, rigorous, independent and accessible. Additional information can be found in the 2017–18 Departmental Plan and other corporate reports on the Office’s website.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 235. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Wrongdoing in the federal public sector is addressed and public servants are protected in case of reprisal.
Disclosure and Reprisal Management Program 2,644,497 3,564,227 3,550,898
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 1,809,060 1,898,247 1,890,483
Total 4,453,557 5,462,474 5,441,381

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 236. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Office of the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Contributions
Contributions for access to legal advice under the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act 21,432 40,000 40,000

Office of the Senate Ethics Officer

Raison d’être

The main responsibilities of the Senate Ethics Officer are to:

  • Advise individual senators on a confidential and ongoing basis concerning their obligations under the Ethics and Conflict of Interest Code for Senators and to assist them in remaining in compliance with the requirements of the Code;
  • Oversee the ongoing annual disclosure process in which senators are required to disclose their financial and other interests;
  • Conduct inquiries in order to determine whether a senator has complied with his or her obligations under the Code;
  • Maintain a registry, available to the public, containing information concerning the financial and other interests of senators that are required to be publicly disclosed under the Code; and
  • Submit an annual report of the Office’s activities to the Speaker of the Senate for tabling in the Senate.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 106. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Senate Ethics Officer (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 0.68 1.06 1.12
Total Statutory 0.08 0.11 0.11
Table 237. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Senate Ethics Officer
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 681,431 1,059,500 1,059,500 1,120,500
Total Voted 681,431 1,059,500 1,059,500 1,120,500
Total Statutory 84,858 111,800 111,800 111,627
Total Budgetary 766,289 1,171,300 1,171,300 1,232,127

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Senate Ethics Officer is estimating budgetary expenditures of $1.232 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $1.121 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $111 thousand represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 238. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Senate Ethics Officer
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Senators meet their obligations under the Ethics and Conflict of Interest Code for Senators in a manner that contributes to the integrity of the Senate as an institution.
Administration 766,289 1,171,300 1,232,127
Total 766,289 1,171,300 1,232,127

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions

Raison d’être

The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) was established in 1987 by an Act of Parliament: the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Act. It is an independent agency of the Government of Canada and reports to Parliament through the Minister of Finance.

OSFI supervises and regulates all banks in Canada and all federally incorporated or registered trust and loan companies, insurance companies, cooperative credit associations, fraternal benefit societies and private pension plans. OSFI’s mandate does not include consumer-related issues or the securities industry.

The Office of the Chief Actuary, which is an independent unit within OSFI, provides actuarial valuation and advisory services for the Canada Pension Plan, the Old Age Security program, the Canada Student Loans and Employment Insurance Programs and other public sector pension and benefit plans.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 107. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 0.95 0.95 0.95
Total Statutory 143.27 148.76 149.22
Table 239. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 945,058 945,058 945,058 945,058
Total Voted 945,058 945,058 945,058 945,058
Total Statutory 143,273,519 148,758,898 148,758,898 149,215,269
Total Budgetary 144,218,577 149,703,956 149,703,956 150,160,327

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $150.2 million in 2017–18.

Of this amount, $0.9 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $149.3 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

OSFI’s $0.9 million appropriation is used to fund part of the activities of the Office of the Chief Actuary. All other expenditures are fully recovered through assessments and user fees billed on the accrual basis of accounting.

In 2017–18, OSFI will continue to focus on contributing to public confidence in the Canadian financial system. Specifically, OSFI will:

  • Advance a regulatory framework designed to control and manage risk;
  • Supervise federally regulated financial institutions and pension plans to determine whether they are in sound financial condition and meeting regulatory and supervisory requirements;
  • Promptly advise financial institutions and pension plans if there are material deficiencies, and take corrective measures or require that they be taken to expeditiously address the situation;
  • Monitor and evaluate system-wide or sectoral issues that may impact institutions negatively;
  • Act to protect the rights and interests of depositors, policyholders, financial institution creditors and pension plan beneficiaries while having due regard for the need to allow financial institutions to compete effectively and take reasonable risk;
  • Recognize that management, boards of directors and pension plan administrators are ultimately responsible for risk decisions and that financial institutions can fail and pension plans can experience financial difficulties resulting in the loss of benefits; and
  • Support the government’s objective of contributing to public confidence in the Canadian financial system.

Please refer to OSFI’s 2017–18 Departmental Plan for further details.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 240. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A safe and sound Canadian financial system.
Regulation and Supervision of Federally Regulated Financial Institutions 76,831,313 80,602,151 81,253,463
Regulation and Supervision of Federally Regulated Private Pension Plans 3,984,053 4,178,274 4,335,253
A financially sound and sustainable Canadian public retirement income system.
Actuarial Valuation and Advisory Services 5,443,559 5,710,390 5,938,078
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 57,959,652 59,213,141 58,633,533
Total 144,218,577 149,703,956 150,160,327

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Offices of the Information and Privacy Commissioners of Canada

Raison d’être

Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

As an Agent of Parliament, the Privacy Commissioner of Canada reports directly to the House of Commons and the Senate. The mandate of the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada is to oversee compliance with both the Privacy Act, which covers the personal information-handling practices of federal government departments and agencies, and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act, Canada’s private-sector privacy law, along with some aspects of Canada’s anti-spam law. The OPC’s mission is to protect and promote the privacy rights of individuals.

Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada

The Information Commissioner of Canada reports directly to the House of Commons and the Senate. The Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada ensures that the rights conferred by the Access to Information Act are respected, which ultimately enhances transparency and accountability across the federal government.

For administrative purposes, the Minister of Justice is responsible for submitting these organizations’ Departmental Plans and Departmental Performance Reports.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 108. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Offices of the Information and Privacy Commissioners of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 31.57 35.10 32.02
Total Statutory 3.45 4.07 3.52
Table 241. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Offices of the Information and Privacy Commissioners of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada – Program expenditures 9,731,861 9,927,361 13,058,474 9,946,659
5 Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada – Program expenditures 21,834,186 22,036,920 22,036,920 22,075,133
Total Voted 31,566,047 31,964,281 35,095,394 32,021,792
Total Statutory 3,453,604 3,845,049 4,066,357 3,517,184
Total Budgetary 35,019,651 35,809,330 39,161,751 35,538,976

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

OFFICE OF THE PRIVACY COMMISSIONER OF CANADA

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $24.34 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $22.07 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $2.27 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes only.

Permanent funding of the OPC in 2017–18 and ongoing will remain stable and will be used to carry out OPC efforts and activities towards achieving the organization’s single strategic outcome, the privacy rights of individuals be protected and also the Office priorities for 2017–18:

  • Advance the new privacy priorities;
  • Support government and Parliamentary initiatives to reform federal privacy legislation;
  • Enhance organizational capacity and agility; and
  • Enhance strategic partnership and collaboration opportunities.

OFFICE OF THE INFORMATION COMMISSIONER OF CANADA

The Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada (OIC) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $11.19 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $9.95 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $1.25 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The OIC’s budgetary Main Estimates for 2017–18 are $11.19 million, a decrease of $115,899 due to a decreased EBP rate from 17.2% to 15.7% and an increase of $19,298 associated with collective bargaining.

In 2017–18, the funding will be used first and foremost to carry out efficient, fair and confidential investigations of complaints and issues of concern on how federal institutions handle access to information requests from the public. Other activities will be conducted in support of the Commissioner’s advisory role to Parliament on all access to information matters. Where required, the OIC staff will also assist the Commissioner in bringing issues of interpretation and enforcement of the Act before the courts.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 242. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Offices of the Information and Privacy Commissioners of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The privacy rights of individuals are protected.
Compliance Activities 11,963,491 11,406,623 11,619,666
Research and Policy Development 2,942,391 3,381,673 3,234,249
Public Outreach 2,296,196 2,401,395 2,869,950
Rights under the Access to Information Act are safeguarded.
Compliance with access to information obligations 8,482,910 8,694,136 8,619,753
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services – Office of the Privacy Commissioner 6,979,326 7,328,553 6,620,626
Internal Services – Office of the Information Commissioner 2,355,337 2,596,950 2,574,732
Total 35,019,651 35,809,330 35,538,976

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 243. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Offices of the Information and Privacy Commissioners of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Contributions
The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act Contribution Program 468,817 500,000 500,000

Parks Canada Agency

Raison d’être

The Minister of Environment and Climate Change is responsible for the Parks Canada Agency. Parks Canada protects and presents nationally significant examples of Canada’s natural and cultural heritage, and fosters public understanding, appreciation and enjoyment in ways that ensure the ecological and commemorative integrity of these places for present and future generations. Canada’s national urban park, national parks, national historic sites, heritage canals and national marine conservation areas, of which Parks Canada is the proud steward, offer Canadians opportunities to visit, experience and personally connect with these heritage places. In carrying out its responsibilities, Parks Canada works in collaboration with a number of partners, including Indigenous peoples, stakeholders and neighbouring communities.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 109. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Parks Canada Agency (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 838.39 1,103.07 1,258.59
Total Statutory 197.74 176.65 130.31
Table 244. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Parks Canada Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 837,886,384 997,202,390 1,102,568,654 1,258,090,149
5 Payments to the New Parks and Historic Sites Account 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000
Total Voted 838,386,384 997,702,390 1,103,068,654 1,258,590,149
Total Statutory 197,744,023 175,835,911 176,645,412 130,312,921
Total Budgetary 1,036,130,407 1,173,538,301 1,279,714,066 1,388,903,070

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

With Authorities of $1,388.9 million anticipated through the 2017–18 Main Estimates, the Parks Canada Agency will continue to present, protect and manage Canada’s national urban park, national parks, national historic sites, heritage canals and national marine conservation areas for the benefit and enjoyment of Canadians. Parks Canada Agency’s total authorities for 2017–18 have a net increase of $215.4 million from the previous year’s Main Estimates.

This increase is largely due to funding received to address the backlog of deferred work to heritage, visitor experience, waterway and highway assets located within national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas across Canada and new funding received to accelerate federal infrastructure investments in trails and highways.

Further details on the Agency’s priorities will be made available in its 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 245. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Parks Canada Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
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.
Visitor Experience 400,413,772 479,851,370 526,736,042
Heritage Canals, Highways and Townsites Management 272,412,103 306,781,950 436,520,130
Heritage Places Conservation 163,462,332 185,944,344 219,566,624
Heritage Places Promotion and Public Support 40,743,143 45,187,665 42,921,405
Heritage Places Establishment 17,719,496 18,281,238 12,574,855
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 141,379,561 137,491,734 150,584,014
Total 1,036,130,407 1,173,538,301 1,388,903,070

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 246. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Parks Canada Agency
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grant to the International Peace Garden 22,700 22,700 22,700
Contributions
Contributions in support of the National Historic Sites Cost-Sharing Program 933,397 1,000,000 10,000,000
Contributions in support of activities or projects related to national parks, national marine conservation areas, national historic sites and historic canals 4,883,166 3,777,924 4,464,324

Parliamentary Protective Service

Raison d’être

Established under the Parliament of Canada Act, the Parliamentary Protective Service (PPS) is a separate parliamentary entity which is responsible for all physical security matters throughout the parliamentary precinct and Parliament Hill. The PPS exercises its duties and functions in a manner that is consistent with the powers, privileges, rights and immunities of the Senate and the House of Commons and their Members. The Speaker of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Commons are, as the custodians of powers, privileges, rights and immunities of their respective Houses and of the Members of those Houses, responsible for the PPS.

The Speakers and the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness entered into an arrangement to have the RCMP provide physical security services throughout the parliamentary precinct and Parliament Hill. The PPS is under the control and management of its Director, who is a member of the RCMP

Organizational Estimates

Figure 110. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Parliamentary Protective Service (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 47.10 65.15 62.10
Total Statutory 3.37 6.26 6.16
Table 247. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Parliamentary Protective Service
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 47,100,237 56,313,707 65,150,492 62,100,000
Total Voted 47,100,237 56,313,707 65,150,492 62,100,000
Total Statutory 3,370,694 5,801,403 6,258,070 6,162,800
Total Budgetary 50,470,931 62,115,110 71,408,562 68,262,800

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Parliamentary Protective Service was created on June 23, 2015, following the Royal Assent of Bill C-59.

The Parliamentary Protective Service is estimating budgetary expenditures of $68.2 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $62.1 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $6.1 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The budget increase from 2016–17 to 2017–18 is mostly attributable to Parliament Hill security enhancements.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 248. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Parliamentary Protective Service
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Physical security of Parliamentarians, employees, visitors, the premises or parts of premises that form part of the parliamentary Precinct and any assets located within or events that take place therein, and of Parliament Hill.
Physical Security 50,470,931 62,115,110 68,262,800
Total 50,470,931 62,115,110 68,262,800

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Parole Board of Canada

Raison d’être

The Parole Board of Canada (PBC) is an agency within the Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Portfolio.

The PBC is an independent administrative tribunal that has exclusive jurisdiction and absolute discretion under the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (CCRA) to grant, cancel, terminate or revoke day parole, full parole, and authorize or approve temporary absences. The PBC can, on referral, also terminate or revoke the statutory release.

The PBC has exclusive jurisdiction and absolute discretion to order, refuse to order or revoke a record suspension under the Criminal Records Act. In addition, the PBC is authorized to modify or remove driving prohibitions under Section 109 and to investigate Royal Prerogative of Mercy requests under Section 110 of the CCRA. The PBC also provides recommendations on clemency to the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness.

Additional information can be found in the organization’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 111. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Parole Board of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 40.38 40.67 40.68
Total Statutory 5.96 6.12 5.59
Table 249. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Parole Board of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 40,375,622 40,671,103 40,671,103 40,677,794
Total Voted 40,375,622 40,671,103 40,671,103 40,677,794
Total Statutory 5,955,317 6,118,853 6,118,853 5,586,177
Total Budgetary 46,330,939 46,789,956 46,789,956 46,263,971

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Board is estimating expenditures of $46.3 million in 2017–18. Of this amount $40.7 million requires annual approval by Parliament. The remaining $5.6 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

In total, the Board is estimating a decrease in spending of $0.5 million, or 1.1% from previous Main Estimates.

The $0.5 million is fully related to the decrease in the Employee Benefit Plan rate.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 250. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Parole Board of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
This organization has implemented the Policy on Results, therefore reporting in the Estimates by Core Responsibility.
Conditional Release Decisions 0 0 34,172,754
Conditional Release Openness and Accountability 0 0 4,681,030
Record Suspension Decisions / Clemency Recommendations 0 0 503,782
To support all responsibilities of the organization.
Internal Services 0 0 6,906,405
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 46,330,939 46,789,956 0
Total 46,330,939 46,789,956 46,263,971

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Patented Medicine Prices Review Board

Raison d’être

The Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB) is an independent, quasi-judicial body created by Parliament in 1987.

Its mandate is two-fold:

  • Regulatory – to ensure that prices charged by patentees for patented medicines sold in Canada are not excessive; and
  • Reporting – to report on pharmaceutical trends of all medicines and on R&D spending by pharmaceutical patentees.

In carrying out its mandate, the PMPRB ensures that Canadians are protected from excessive prices for patented medicines sold in Canada and that stakeholders are informed on pharmaceutical trends.

The Minister of Health is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 112. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 8.57 9.94 9.93
Total Statutory 0.93 1.02 0.94
Table 251. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Patented Medicine Prices Review Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 8,572,500 9,943,258 9,943,258 9,930,556
Total Voted 8,572,500 9,943,258 9,943,258 9,930,556
Total Statutory 925,861 1,021,850 1,021,850 935,765
Total Budgetary 9,498,361 10,965,108 10,965,108 10,866,321

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The PMPRB is estimating budgetary expenditures of $10.87 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $9.93 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $0.94 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require further approval and is provided for information purposes.

The Main Estimates for the PMPRB are $10.87 million, approximately the same amount as the 2016–17 Main Estimates

Detailed information on the PMPRB authority, mandate and program activities can be found in the PMPRB’s Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 252. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Patented Medicine Prices Review Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canadians are protected from excessive prices for patented medicines sold in Canada and stakeholders are informed on pharmaceutical trends.
Patented Medicine Prices Regulation Program 5,399,127 6,646,758 6,706,989
Pharmaceutical Trends Program 1,688,584 1,704,508 1,575,179
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 2,410,650 2,613,842 2,584,153
Total 9,498,361 10,965,108 10,866,321

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

PPP Canada Inc.

Raison d’être

PPP Canada is a Crown Corporation established in 2008 to support the development of public-private partnerships (P3). The Minister of Infrastructure and Communities is responsible for this organization.

P3s are an alternative method for procuring large and complex public infrastructure projects. They offer three major benefits, which are better costs and delay controls, optimization of risk and resources, and innovation. P3 contracts are typically long-term engagements that use specific financial structures to leverage performance and innovation from the private sector and divest the taxpayer of risks associated with the design, construction, maintenance and operation of the infrastructure. PPP Canada acts as a leading source on P3 matters through knowledge development and sharing.

In addition, the Corporation provides expertise and advice in assessing and executing P3 opportunities at the federal level as well as leveraging greater value for money from federal investments in provincial, territorial, municipal and First Nations infrastructure through the P3 Canada Fund.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 113. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - PPP Canada Inc. (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 11.80 279.50 279.50
Table 253. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - PPP Canada Inc.
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the corporation for operating expenditures 11,800,000 11,800,000 11,800,000 11,800,000
5 Payments to the corporation for P3 Canada Fund investments 0 267,700,000 267,700,000 267,700,000
Total Voted 11,800,000 279,500,000 279,500,000 279,500,000
Total Budgetary 11,800,000 279,500,000 279,500,000 279,500,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

PPP Canada is presenting $279.5 million of budgetary expenditures in the 2017–18 Main Estimates which require approval by Parliament. This amount is consistent with what was requested in last year’s Main Estimates.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 254. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - PPP Canada Inc.
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Transform Canada into a leader for public-private partnerships (P3).
Federal Public-Private Partnership Initiatives 11,800,000 279,500,000 279,500,000
Total 11,800,000 279,500,000 279,500,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Privy Council Office

Raison d’être

The mandate of the Privy Council Office (PCO) is to serve Canada and Canadians by providing professional, non-partisan advice and support to the Prime Minister, the ministers within the Prime Minister’s portfolio and Cabinet. The Prime Minister is responsible for this organization.

PCO supports the development of the Government of Canada’s policy and legislative agendas, coordinates responses to issues facing the Government and the country, and supports the effective operation of Cabinet. PCO is led by the Clerk of the Privy Council. In addition to serving as the Deputy Head for PCO, the Clerk also acts as Secretary to the Cabinet and the Head of the Public Service.

Additional information can be found in PCO’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 114. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Privy Council Office (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 109.30 143.91 129.92
Total Statutory 13.82 16.97 14.96
Table 255. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Privy Council Office
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 109,302,918 105,746,416 143,912,479 129,915,146
Total Voted 109,302,918 105,746,416 143,912,479 129,915,146
Total Statutory 13,816,103 14,937,964 16,966,897 14,959,409
Total Budgetary 123,119,021 120,684,380 160,879,376 144,874,555

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Privy Council Office (PCO) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $144.9 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $129.9 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $15.0 million represents statutory authorities that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

When comparing the 2017–18 Main Estimates to those of the 2016–17 fiscal year, there is an increase in spending of $24.2 million.

This increase is mainly due to the following:

  • An increase of $26.5 million to enhance PCO’s capacity to support the Prime Minister and the Government in the delivery of their agenda. This includes:
  • The creation of a new Youth Secretariat to increase youth engagement and to support the Prime Minister’s role as Minister of Youth;
  • PCO’s increased role in supporting open, transparent and merit-based Governor-in-Council Appointments;
  • The creation of a new Results and Delivery Unit to ensure the alignment and tracking of progress of the government’s priorities and to support the Cabinet Committee on Agenda, Results and Communications;
  • Increasing PCO’s intergovernmental affairs function to support increased governmental engagement of the provinces and territories;
  • Pursuing an accelerated approach to space modernization to achieve a more functional workspace for employees;
  • The enhancement of PCO’s communication approach and operational support for the development of the E-Cabinet initiative; and
  • Improving physical security infrastructure by upgrading PCO’s access control and Closed-Circuit Television systems.
  • An increase of $1.0 million for the creation of a new non-partisan, merit-based Senate Appointment Process;
  • An increase of $0.2 million related to a transfer from Employment and Social Development Canada to the Privy Council Office to support resources for the Blueprint 2020 initiative;
  • A decrease of $3.0 million related to the sunsetting of funds related to the Canadian Secretariat to the Canada-U.S. Regulatory Cooperation Council and the Beyond the Border Action Plan; and
  • A decrease of $0.6 million in funding for the implementation of the government-wide initiative to reduce spending in professional services, travel and government advertising.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 256. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Privy Council Office
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The Government’s agenda and decision making are supported and implemented and the institutions of government are supported and maintained.
Advice and support to the Prime Minister and portfolio ministers 64,371,121 64,933,100 76,934,405
Advice and support to Cabinet and Cabinet committees 13,338,225 13,876,838 14,511,298
Public Service leadership and direction 3,417,213 4,674,197 4,807,034
Commissions of inquiry 0 0 0
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 41,992,462 37,200,245 48,621,818
Total 123,119,021 120,684,380 144,874,555

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Public Health Agency of Canada

Raison d’être

The Minister of Health is responsible for this organization.

Public health involves the organized efforts of society that aim to keep people healthy and to prevent illness, injury and premature death. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has put in place programs, services and policies to help protect and promote the health of all Canadians and residents of Canada. In Canada, public health is a responsibility that is shared by all three levels of government in collaboration with the private sector, non-governmental organizations, health professionals and the public.

In September 2004, PHAC was created within the federal Health Portfolio to deliver on the Government of Canada’s commitment to increase its focus on public health in order to help protect and improve the health and safety of all Canadians and to contribute to strengthening public health capacities across Canada.

Additional information can be found in PHAC’s 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 115. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Public Health Agency of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 531.99 539.80 530.26
Total Statutory 41.09 44.36 41.67
Table 257. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Public Health Agency of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 322,665,026 333,171,729 338,098,901 322,134,984
5 Capital expenditures 7,464,734 5,853,695 6,503,695 7,199,069
10 Grants and contributions 201,860,870 206,779,000 195,198,623 200,927,114
Total Voted 531,990,630 545,804,424 539,801,219 530,261,167
Total Statutory 41,089,511 43,933,378 44,361,977 41,673,764
Total Budgetary 573,080,141 589,737,802 584,163,196 571,934,931

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Public Health Agency of Canada is estimating budgetary expenditures of $571.9 million in 2017–18 which represents a decrease of $17.8 million from the 2016–17 Main Estimates of $589.7 million.

Main factors contributing to the decrease include:

  • $14.0 million transfer of funding to Global Affairs Canada for Pan American Health Organization and the International Agency for Research on Cancer;
  • $7.5 million decrease of funding for Ebola Preparedness and Response Initiatives to Protect Canadians at Home and Abroad;
  • $4.9 million decrease of funding for medical countermeasures for smallpox and anthrax preparedness;
  • $2.6 million decrease for Budget 2016 reductions on professional services, advertising and travel;
  • $2.0 million transfer of funding to Canadian Institute of Health Research to support the Canadian Immunization Research Network; and
  • $1.0 million sunset of funding for the Single Window Initiative.

This decrease was mainly offset by:

  • $6.8 million in funding to improve immunization coverage rates in Canada, harmonize concussion management guidelines across Canada, and help raise awareness of men’s health issues;
  • $4.0 million increase of funding for establishment of the Canadian Centre for Aging for Brain Health Innovation;
  • $3.7 million increase for converting laboratory space and transitioning to the increased use of genomics and bioinformatics data from the reinvestment of intellectual property royalty revenues;
  • $1.7 million in funding to address climate change and air pollution;
  • $0.7 million in funding for the Canadian Food Safety Information Network; and
  • $0.4 million in funding to expand the Nutrition North Canada Program to support all northern isolated communities.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 258. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Public Health Agency of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Protecting Canadians and empowering them to improve their health.
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention 297,511,370 300,679,998 309,597,402
Public Health Infrastructure 116,628,229 115,963,044 110,828,058
Health Security 67,972,376 77,462,190 61,360,077
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 90,968,166 95,632,570 90,149,394
Total 573,080,141 589,737,802 571,934,931

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 259. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Public Health Agency of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grants to individuals and organizations in support of health promotion projects in the areas of building community capacity, stimulating knowledge development and dissemination, and partnership building/intersectoral collaboration 905,998 18,894,000 18,894,000
Grant to eligible non-profit international organizations in support of their projects or programs on health 2,777,869 3,030,000 1,280,000
Grants to individuals and organizations in support of public health infrastructure 199,588 1,484,000 860,000
Grants to graduate students, post-graduate students and Canadian post–secondary institutions to increase professional capacity and training levels in order to build an effective public health sector 250,000 240,000 240,000
Contributions
Contributions to non-profit organizations to support, on a long-term basis, the development and provision of preventative and early intervention services aimed at addressing the health and developmental problems experienced by young children at risk in Canada 84,298,632 82,088,000 82,088,000
Contributions to individuals and organizations to support health promotion projects in the areas of building community capacity, stimulating knowledge development and dissemination, and partnership building/intersectoral collaboration 34,815,653 37,624,242 44,609,242
Contributions to incorporated local or regional non-profit Aboriginal organizations and institutions for the purpose of developing early intervention programs for Aboriginal pre-school children and their families 33,676,570 32,134,000 32,134,000
Contributions in support of the Federal Initiative on HIV/AIDS 23,019,206 15,631,758 15,631,758
Contributions to Canadian Blood Services and/or other designated transfusion/transplantation centres to support adverse event surveillance activities 2,057,709 2,190,000 2,190,000
Contributions to individuals and organizations in support of public health infrastructure 4,620,378 0 2,037,114
Contributions to non-government organizations, corporations, other levels of government, post-secondary institutions and individuals to support development and creation of public health workforce development products and tools 617,011 963,000 963,000

Public Service Commission

Raison d’être

The Minister of Public Services and Procurement is responsible for the Public Service Commission (PSC) for the purpose of the Financial Administration Act and to table the PSC Annual Report under the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). The PSC reports independently on its mandate to Parliament.

The mandate of the PSC is to promote and safeguard merit-based appointments and, in collaboration with other stakeholders, to protect the non-partisan nature of the public service. Under the delegated staffing system set out in the PSEA, the PSC fulfills its mandate by providing policy guidance and expertise, as well as by conducting effective oversight. In addition, the PSC delivers innovative staffing and assessment services.

Additional information can be found in the PSC’s Annual Report.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 116. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Public Service Commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 63.00 71.41 72.14
Total Statutory 9.61 12.44 11.37
Table 260. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Public Service Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 63,002,583 71,160,178 71,412,179 72,137,719
Total Voted 63,002,583 71,160,178 71,412,179 72,137,719
Total Statutory 9,607,123 12,442,885 12,442,885 11,373,214
Total Budgetary 72,609,706 83,603,063 83,855,064 83,510,933

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Public Service Commission (PSC) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $83.5 million in 2017–18 which is almost the same as the previous year. Of this amount, $72.1 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $11.4 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes only.

For 2017–18, the PSC’s resources will be dedicated to achieve the following priorities:

  • To provide leadership, in collaboration with Deputy Heads, in promoting and safeguarding the non-partisan nature of the federal public service;
  • To ensure the integrity of the staffing system through policy support and ongoing oversight working in collaboration with deputy heads;
  • To contribute to the development of a competent and professional public service through the provision of high quality services; and
  • To mobilize a high performing workforce in a healthy, respectful and modern workplace.

For further details please refer to the PSC’s Departmental Plan (DP), available on its website - http://www.psc-cfp.gc.ca.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 261. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Public Service Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A highly competent, non-partisan and representative public service, able to provide service in both official languages, in which appointments are based on merit and the values of fairness, access, representativeness and transparency.
Staffing Services and Assessment 20,036,629 25,043,506 25,938,789
Oversight of Integrity in Staffing and of Non-Partisanship 15,511,737 16,567,345 15,213,129
Staffing System Integrity and Political Impartiality 12,398,985 14,723,892 12,208,868
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 24,662,355 27,268,320 30,150,147
Total 72,609,706 83,603,063 83,510,933

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Registrar of the Supreme Court of Canada

Raison d’être

Created by an Act of Parliament in 1875, the Supreme Court of Canada is Canada’s final court of appeal. It serves Canadians by deciding legal issues of public importance, thereby contributing to the development of all branches of law applicable within Canada.

The independence of the Court, the quality of its work and the esteem in which it is held both in Canada and abroad contribute significantly as foundations for a secure, strong and democratic country founded on the Rule of Law.

The Office of the Registrar of the Supreme Court of Canada provides all necessary services and support for the Court to process, hear and decide cases. It also serves as the interface between litigants and the Court.

The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 117. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Registrar of the Supreme Court of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 21.82 24.46 24.92
Total Statutory 10.52 9.89 9.97
Table 262. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Registrar of the Supreme Court of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 21,815,595 23,362,704 24,457,784 24,916,433
Total Voted 21,815,595 23,362,704 24,457,784 24,916,433
Total Statutory 10,524,153 9,854,498 9,890,737 9,966,489
Total Budgetary 32,339,748 33,217,202 34,348,521 34,882,922

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Office of the Registrar of the Supreme Court of Canada (ORSCC) is estimating budgetary expenditures of $34.9 million in 2017–18. Of that amount, $24.9 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $10 million represents the statutory funding forecast that does not require additional approval and is provided for information purposes.

The net increase of $1.67 million in the 2017–18 Estimates is attributable to:

  • An increase of $1.57 million due to new funding received to enhance security at the Supreme Court of Canada;
  • An increase of $0.07 million for collective agreements;
  • A decrease of $0.09 million in operational funding arising from the Budget 2016 reduction;
  • An increase of $0.28 million in statutory funding for Judges’ salaries and annuities; and
  • A decrease of $0.17 million in statutory funding for Contributions to employee benefit plans.

With the funding anticipated through these Main Estimates, the Office of the Registrar of the Supreme Court of Canada will continue to focus its efforts on processing cases without delay while maintaining stakeholder satisfaction and high standards of service. This will be achieved through its single strategic outcome, namely that the “administration of Canada’s final court of appeal is effective and independent”.

In 2017–18, the ORSCC will place a high priority on pursuing its work towards the adaptation of business processes in an electronic environment, with a view to continuously improve electronic access to the Court’s case files and information, both for internal use by the Court as well as by the public and litigants. The ORSCC will also continue to work on enhancing the Court’s physical and IT security.

Additional information is available in the Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 263. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Registrar of the Supreme Court of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The administration of Canada’s final court of appeal is effective and independent.
Court Operations 15,491,294 16,067,392 15,546,765
Payments to Judges of the Supreme Court of Canada Pursuant to the Judges Act 7,933,812 7,425,442 7,708,915
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 8,914,642 9,724,368 11,627,242
Total 32,339,748 33,217,202 34,882,922

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Raison d’être

The Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness is responsible for this organization.

As Canada’s national police force, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is a critical element of the Government of Canada’s commitment to providing for the safety and security of Canadians. By tackling crime at the municipal, provincial/territorial, federal and international levels, the RCMP provides integrated approaches to safety and security and a consistent federal role and presence from coast to coast to coast.

The RCMP’s mandate, as outlined in section 18 of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Act, is multi-faceted. It includes preventing and investigating crime; maintaining peace and order; enforcing laws; contributing to national security; ensuring the safety of state officials, visiting dignitaries and foreign missions; and providing vital operational support services to other police and law enforcement agencies within Canada and abroad.

Additional information can be found in the Organization’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 118. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 2,331.02 2,505.68 2,439.05
Total Statutory 525.21 482.67 443.51
Table 264. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Royal Canadian Mounted Police
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 1,881,921,442 1,835,514,525 2,004,208,566 1,888,011,496
5 Capital expenditures 264,600,732 246,780,724 288,400,376 327,465,645
10 Grants and contributions 184,500,180 194,973,483 213,073,483 223,573,483
Total Voted 2,331,022,354 2,277,268,732 2,505,682,425 2,439,050,624
Total Statutory 525,205,217 482,059,102 482,667,236 443,508,216
Total Budgetary 2,856,227,571 2,759,327,834 2,988,349,661 2,882,558,840

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The RCMP is estimating budgetary expenditures of $2.9 billion in 2017–18. Of this $2.4 billion requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $0.5 billion represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The 2017–18 Main Estimates represents a $123.2 million increase or 4.5% from the federal appropriations requested in the 2016–17

Main Estimates. The request is comprised of an increase of $80.7 million in capital costs, $52.5 million in operating costs, $28.6 million in grants and contributions, offset by a decrease of $38.6 million in statutory program.

Significant items contributing to the net increase of $123.2 million from the previous year’s Main Estimates include:

  • A funding increase of $64.1 million in 2017–18 related to a settlement agreement between the RCMP and the plaintiffs in two class action lawsuits filed on behalf of female current and former regular members, civilian members and public service employees;
  • Budget 2016 announced funding related to two specific initiatives. First, the RCMP will receive $47.3 million in 2017–18 as part of the Federal Infrastructure Initiatives to upgrade training facilities and repurpose existing spaces to better meet program requirements.

Second, $29.2 million is included in the 2017–18 Main Estimates related to the Vancouver Laboratory Relocation project. Funding will be used to build a new laboratory which will be co-located with the RCMP’s regional headquarters in Surrey, British Columbia; and

  • Finally, the Grant to compensate members injured in the performance of their duties has increased by $28.6 million resulting from an increase in the number of members receiving disability pension awards and the annual increases due to indexation of disability pension benefits.

In addition to a decrease in the Statutory Program, further offsets include sunsetting of funding related to infrastructure projects in the amount of $11.8 million announced in Budget 2013 and a reduction in Professional Services, Travel and Advertising as announced in Budget 2016 of which $8.1 million is reflected in the 2017–18 Main Estimates.

The spending authorities in the 2017–18 Main Estimates are integral to achieving the Department’s plans and priorities. Further details can be obtained from the RCMP’s 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 265. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Royal Canadian Mounted Police
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Criminal activity affecting Canadians is reduced.
Police Operations 1,768,230,682 1,663,704,437 1,628,412,337
Canadian Law Enforcement Services 155,007,056 165,984,656 193,627,855
Incomes are secure for RCMP members and their survivors affected by disability or death.
Transfer Payments 179,890,362 190,486,483 218,086,483
Canada’s police provide international collaboration and assistance while maintaining a rich police heritage nationally.
International Policing Operations 53,755,447 53,766,203 53,067,195
Canadian Police Culture and Heritage 13,369,819 11,151,561 11,604,175
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 685,974,205 674,234,494 777,760,795
Total 2,856,227,571 2,759,327,834 2,882,558,840

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 266. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Royal Canadian Mounted Police
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
To compensate members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for injuries received in the performance of duty (R.S.C., 1985, c. R-11) 167,435,603 176,900,000 205,500,000
RCMP Survivor Income Plan 2,062,976 2,586,483 2,586,483
Grant to Promote Law Enforcement through Crime Prevention, Training and Public Relations 771,155 1,000,000 1,000,000
Total Statutory 10,391,783 11,000,000 10,000,000
Contributions
Contributions to the provinces and territories and to aboriginal and/or other communities and organizations (not for profit) 14,230,446 14,487,000 14,487,000

Royal Canadian Mounted Police External Review Committee

Raison d’être

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) External Review Committee (ERC) contributes to fair and equitable labour relations and accountability within the RCMP through its independent and impartial review of appeal case files. The ERC issues findings and recommendations to the Commissioner of the RCMP for final decisions to be made in appeals regarding critically important matters (e.g. appeals of decisions in harassment complaints, and of decisions to dismiss or demote an RCMP member for contravention of the RCMP Code of Conduct, to stop a member’s pay and allowances when a member has been suspended from duty or to discharge a member for poor performance). The RCMP is required to refer appeal case files to the ERC for its review, findings and recommendations pursuant to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Act and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Regulations.

The Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness is responsible for this organization.

Additional information can be found in the ERC’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 119. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Royal Canadian Mounted Police External Review Committee (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 1.36 1.45 0.85
Total Statutory 0.15 0.11 0.10
Table 267. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Royal Canadian Mounted Police External Review Committee
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 1,363,839 1,447,634 1,447,634 847,634
Total Voted 1,363,839 1,447,634 1,447,634 847,634
Total Statutory 154,130 107,228 107,228 97,876
Total Budgetary 1,517,969 1,554,862 1,554,862 945,510

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The ERC is estimating budgetary expenditures of $945.5 thousand in 2017–18. Of this amount, $847.6 thousand requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $97.8 thousand represents a statutory employee benefit plan forecast that does not require additional approval and is provided for information purposes.

The 2017–18 Main Estimates will result in a net decrease of $609.3 thousand or 39% from the 2016–17 Mains. This decrease is attributable to the absence this year of a directed transfer of $600.0 thousand from the RCMP which was done through the ARLU for 2016–17, and a small decrease in statutory forecasts for 2017–18. The ERC is working with Public Safety Canada and central agencies to identify options to address resource requirements and related program risks for 2017–18 and future years.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 268. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Royal Canadian Mounted Police External Review Committee
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Fair and transparent labour relations decision-making that reinforces accountability.
Appeal case reviews 1,517,969 1,554,862 945,510
Total 1,517,969 1,554,862 945,510

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Security Intelligence Review Committee

Raison d’être

The Security Intelligence Review Committee (SIRC) is an independent, external review body that reports to the Parliament of Canada on the operations of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS). The Prime Minister is responsible for this organization.

SIRC exists to provide assurances to Parliament and to all citizens of Canada that CSIS investigates and reports on threats to national security in a manner that respects the rule of law and the rights of Canadians. To do this, SIRC certifies the CSIS Director’s annual report to the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, carries out in-depth reviews of CSIS’s activities and investigates complaints. SIRC has the absolute authority to examine all information under CSIS’s control, no matter how classified or sensitive. The results of this work, edited to protect national security and personal privacy, are summarized in SIRC’s Annual Report to Parliament.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 120. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Security Intelligence Review Committee (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 2.59 6.52 4.48
Total Statutory 0.28 0.62 0.54
Table 269. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Security Intelligence Review Committee
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 2,589,682 2,477,401 6,522,157 4,476,578
Total Voted 2,589,682 2,477,401 6,522,157 4,476,578
Total Statutory 279,793 324,595 624,651 544,768
Total Budgetary 2,869,475 2,801,996 7,146,808 5,021,346

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Security Intelligence Review Committee is estimating budgetary expenditures of $5.0 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $4.5 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $0.5 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

When comparing the 2017–18 Main Estimates to those of the 2016–17 fiscal year, there is an increase of $2.2 million. This increase is in relation with the expanded responsibilities given to CSIS and SIRC’s associated expanded responsibilities.

For additional details, please refer to SIRC’s 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 270. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Security Intelligence Review Committee
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) performs its duties and functions in accordance with the law, policy and Ministerial direction.
Reviews 1,185,838 1,329,534 2,343,984
Investigations 639,334 773,525 1,429,665
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 1,044,303 698,937 1,247,697
Total 2,869,475 2,801,996 5,021,346

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Senate

Raison d’être

The Senate of Canada, established by the Constitution Act, 1867, functions as a chamber complementary to, and independent of, the House of Commons. The Senate has 105 members appointed from the provinces and territories. Its primary purpose is to study and review all legislation passed by the House of Commons or initiated in the Senate. Both houses of Parliament must approve bills in identical form before they can become law. The Senate has the power to adopt, amend or reject any bill. In practice, it rarely defeats bills, but does frequently amend them. Through its committees, the Senate also undertakes the examination of public policy issues, often of a far-reaching and long-term nature, providing guidance to government and informing the national debate on issues of importance to Canadians.

The Speaker of the Senate is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 121. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Senate (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 49.14 58.28 69.58
Total Statutory 25.43 31.84 34.29
Table 271. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Senate
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 49,140,138 58,276,163 58,276,163 69,584,548
Total Voted 49,140,138 58,276,163 58,276,163 69,584,548
Total Statutory 25,431,956 31,839,145 31,839,145 34,289,817
Total Budgetary 74,572,094 90,115,308 90,115,308 103,874,365

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Senate is estimating budgetary expenditures of $103.9 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $69.6 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $34.3 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The Senate continues to manage its resources diligently and with probity. The increase in the 2017–18 budget will be used to address a new set of strategic priorities to enhance outreach and engage Canadians, to modernize and increase efficiency within the current constitutional framework, and to advance other priorities.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 272. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Senate
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
To provide the best possible environment for Senators to effectively contribute to federal legislation and public policy issues in the best interest of all Canadians.
Senators, House Officers, and their Offices 33,364,160 44,209,495 57,890,830
Administrative Support 24,284,722 28,648,598 28,000,570
Chamber, Committees and Associations 16,923,212 17,257,215 17,982,965
Total 74,572,094 90,115,308 103,874,365

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 273. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Senate
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Total Statutory 47,664 167,000 167,000
Contributions
Contributions to Parliamentary Associations 418,679 405,609 430,000

Shared Services Canada

Raison d’être

Shared Services Canada (SSC) was created on August 4, 2011, to transform how the Government of Canada manages its information technology (IT) infrastructure. SSC is delivering email, data centre, network and workplace technology device services to departments and agencies in a consolidated and standardized manner to support the delivery of Government of Canada programs and services. With a whole-of-government approach to IT infrastructure services, SSC is creating economies of scale to deliver more efficient, reliable and secure IT infrastructure services. SSC also provides certain optional services to other organizations on a cost-recovery basis.

The Minister of Public Services and Procurement is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 122. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Shared Services Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 1,421.05 1,770.84 1,643.86
Total Statutory 83.40 90.03 81.69
Table 274. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Shared Services Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 1,201,014,719 1,192,407,135 1,341,498,629 1,263,902,106
5 Capital expenditures 220,030,555 268,084,298 429,344,844 379,955,130
Total Voted 1,421,045,274 1,460,491,433 1,770,843,473 1,643,857,236
Total Statutory 83,398,496 89,363,268 90,029,661 81,687,804
Total Budgetary 1,504,443,770 1,549,854,701 1,860,873,134 1,725,545,040

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

SSC is estimating budgetary expenditures of $1.7 billion in 2017–18. Of this amount, $1.6 billion requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $81.7 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

Compared to the 2016–17 Main Estimates, the 2017–18 Main Estimates have increased by $175.7 million. This increase is mainly due to:

  • $151.3 million for Mission Critical Information Technology to deliver reliable and secure digital information and services;
  • $29.8 million for High Performance Computing to procure the next generation of supercomputing infrastructure; and
  • $17.4 million for Secure Government’s Information Technology Infrastructure to better defend the government’s network and systems against cyber threats, malicious software and unauthorized access.

The above mentioned increases are offset by a decrease of $21.8 million to Carling Campus.

SSC will continue to modernize Canada’s IT infrastructure, including email, data centres and networks, across partner departments and agencies and it will continue to generate savings for Canadians as it carries out this mandate.

For additional information, please see the department’s 2017–18 Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 275. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Shared Services Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Modern, reliable, secure, timely and cost-effective information technology (IT) infrastructure services to support government priorities and program delivery.
Data Centres 0 0 602,376,779
Telecommunications 0 0 582,236,511
Cyber and IT Security 0 0 175,637,213
E-mail and Workplace Technology 0 0 103,294,265
Program Management 0 0 102,460,709
Brokered Public Cloud Services 0 0 787,384
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 138,577,535 158,367,457 158,752,179
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 1,365,866,235 1,391,487,244 0
Total 1,504,443,770 1,549,854,701 1,725,545,040

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council

Raison d’être

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for this organization.

The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) funds research and research training that builds knowledge about people, past and present, with a view toward creating a better future. From questions of family and culture to concerns about jobs and employment, research about people, how we live, what we think and how we act, this informs new knowledge and insights on the issues that matter most to Canadians.

SSHRC plays a unique role within Canada’s science, technology and innovation system by awarding grants and scholarships to researchers, students and fellows who work as individuals, in small groups and in formal partnerships to develop talent, generate insights and build connections that address the needs of all sectors of society.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 123. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 717.29 774.79 776.58
Total Statutory 3.00 2.96 2.66
Table 276. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Operating expenditures 23,578,208 23,665,745 25,316,257 24,768,257
5 Grants 693,713,463 693,536,144 749,471,430 751,814,696
Total Voted 717,291,671 717,201,889 774,787,687 776,582,953
Total Statutory 3,000,468 2,810,920 2,963,542 2,660,903
Total Budgetary 720,292,139 720,012,809 777,751,229 779,243,856

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The 2017–18 Main Estimates include a number of adjustments in reference levels over the 2016–17 Main Estimates. The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council is estimating budgetary expenditures of $779.2 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $776.6 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $2.7 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The variance between the 2017–18 Main Estimates and the 2016–17 Main Estimates demonstrates a net increase of $59.2 million or 8.2% in planned spending. The primary changes include:

  • An increase of $11.0 million for the Canada First Research Excellence Fund, a tri-agency initiative, to help institutions excel globally in research areas that create long-term economic advantages for Canada;
  • An increase of $34.8 million from Budget 2016 to support investigator-led discovery research in the social sciences and humanities as well as to support the Research Support Fund;
  • An increase of $16.0 million from Budget 2015 to support partnership activities between academic researchers, businesses, and other partners as well as to support the Research Support Fund;
  • An increase of $1.3 million for the Canada Excellence Research Chairs to support world-renowned researchers and their teams to establish ambitious research programs at Canadian universities;
  • A decrease of $1.1 million to support the Centres of Excellence for Commercialization and Research program, a tri-agency initiative, to create a more effective and efficient way to identify commercialization opportunities;
  • A decrease of $2.7 million in the Community and College Social Innovation Fund to support social innovation research projects at colleges and polytechnics; and
  • A decrease of $0.1 million in various items such as the Budget 2016 reduction on professional services, travel and advertising.

More detailed information on the agency’s spending plans can be found in the Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 277. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canada is a world leader in social sciences and humanities research and research training.
Insight: new knowledge in the social sciences and humanities 162,450,407 159,789,803 179,931,376
Talent: attraction, retention and development of students and researchers in the social sciences and humanities 169,294,848 173,493,111 174,512,591
Connection: mobilization of social sciences and humanities knowledge 32,964,773 28,590,819 29,484,082
Canada has the institutional capacity to enable research and research-related activities in social sciences and humanities, natural sciences and engineering and health.
Indirect Costs of Research 340,666,298 341,615,386 369,620,441
Canada First Research Excellence Fund 2,545,724 2,494,438 13,506,758
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 12,370,089 14,029,252 12,188,608
Total 720,292,139 720,012,809 779,243,856

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 278. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Research Support Fund 340,434,112 341,403,000 369,403,000
Grants and Scholarships 257,179,544 256,389,591 275,602,916
Canada Graduate Scholarships 68,689,226 68,983,500 68,983,500
Canada First Research Excellence Fund 1,912,756 1,935,556 12,927,180
Networks of Centres of Excellence 8,911,000 8,911,000 8,770,000
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships 8,300,000 8,300,000 8,300,000
Centres of Excellence for Commercialization and Research 6,719,789 5,711,093 4,634,100
Business-Led Networks of Centres of Excellence 1,419,000 1,477,000 1,494,000
Canada Excellence Research Chairs 0 0 1,400,000
College and Community Innovation Program 25,000 300,000 300,000

Standards Council of Canada

Raison d’être

The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) is a federal Crown corporation with a mandate to promote efficient and effective standardization in Canada. The SCC coordinates and oversees the work of Canada’s standardization network. This includes Canadian organizations and individuals involved in voluntary standards development and conformity assessment activities. Some 15,000 Canadian volunteers contribute to the work of committees that develop national and international standards. Standards and conformity assessment practices are a key component of Canadians’ economic and social well-being providing business and industry with key building blocks to success and facilitate the flow of goods and services both nationally and internationally.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 124. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Standards Council of Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 10.19 10.27 10.71
Table 279. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Standards Council of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Council 10,194,937 9,329,000 10,274,000 10,706,000
Total Voted 10,194,937 9,329,000 10,274,000 10,706,000
Total Budgetary 10,194,937 9,329,000 10,274,000 10,706,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

SCC is estimating budgetary expenditures of $10.7 million during 2017–2018. This is $0.4 million higher than all estimated budgetary expenditures last year because of continued funding for SCC’s existing “Standards to Support Resilience in Infrastructure Codes and Guides” initiative.

Remaining appropriations support SCC with its mandate to promote Canada’s economic growth through the pursuit of innovation as well as efficient and effective standardization. Standards are put in place to safeguard the health and safety of Canadians, improve the flow of goods and services within Canada and internationally, and reduce red tape and compliance costs facing Canadian businesses. SCC’s vision is to be a global leader driving prosperity and well-being for Canada through innovative standardization solutions.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 280. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Standards Council of Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canada has an effective and efficient National Standards System.
Standards Program 0 6,997,000 8,038,000
Conformity Assessment Program 0 0 0
Standards and Conformity Assessment Policy 0 0 0
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 0 2,332,000 2,668,000
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 10,194,937 0 0
Total 10,194,937 9,329,000 10,706,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Statistics Canada

Raison d’être

The minister responsible for Statistics Canada is the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development.

Statistics Canada was established to ensure that Canadians have access to a trusted source of statistics on Canada that meets their highest priority information needs.

The agency’s mandate derives primarily from the Statistics Act. Under the act, Statistics Canada is required to collect, compile, analyze and publish statistical information on the economic, social and general conditions of the country and its people. It also requires that Statistics Canada conduct a census of population and a census of agriculture every fifth year, and that the agency protect the confidentiality of the information with which it is entrusted.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 125. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Statistics Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 446.72 668.35 405.56
Total Statutory 70.84 79.48 65.49
Table 281. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Statistics Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 446,719,866 672,646,985 668,347,557 405,558,550
Total Voted 446,719,866 672,646,985 668,347,557 405,558,550
Total Statutory 70,840,699 78,837,028 79,476,827 65,491,660
Total Budgetary 517,560,565 751,484,013 747,824,384 471,050,210

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Statistics Canada is committed to ensuring that Canadians have the key information on Canada’s economy, society and environment that they require in order to function effectively as citizens and decision-makers in a rapidly evolving world.

The key priorities for Statistics Canada are ensuring its products continue to meet the needs of Canadians; filling high priority data gaps, continuing to increase the efficiency of its operations and fostering an environment of innovation.

Main Estimates planned expenditures (net of revenue) were $751.5 million for 2016–17 and $471.1 million in 2017–18. The decrease of $280.4 million is mainly attributable to:

  • A decrease of $309.9 million for the 2016 Census of Population as the program begins to wind down. Applicable funding in 2017–18 will be used largely to complete processing of returns, continue data quality studies, disseminate results, and to complete evaluations of the 2016 Census of Population;
  • A decrease of $12.1 million for the 2016 Census of Agriculture which reflects the end of the major period of collection and processing. The funding in 2017–18 will be used to disseminate the data, conduct evaluation studies, conduct content consultations with users to determine data needs for the 2021 cycle and link the 2016 Census of Agriculture with the 2016 Census of Population as well as with tax data to produce a rich and detailed database of socio-economic information on farm operators and their families;
  • An increase of $32.4 million related to an out-of-court settlement. This settlement will see retroactive wage adjustment payments made to current and former employees of Statistical Survey Operations;
  • A decrease of $3.3 million for the Survey of Financial Security and the annual household wealth distribution tables as the data collection portion of the project was completed in 2016–17. Funding for 2017–18 will be focused on processing, analysis and data dissemination. In addition, planning for the next cycle will begin; and
  • An increase of $2.5 million to enhance Canada’s financial and wealth statistics for improved financial system surveillance and economic policy development. The funding will lead to the development of new statistical products related to residential property prices and the financial linkages between the various sectors of the Canadian economy.

Additional information can be found in Statistics Canada’s Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 282. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Statistics Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Canadians have access to timely, relevant and quality statistical information on Canada’s changing economy and society for informed debate, research and decision making on social and economic issues.
Economic and Environmental Statistics 130,488,036 128,535,138 129,398,587
Statistical Infrastructure 87,473,605 97,950,720 120,393,990
Socio-economic Statistics 101,784,521 100,763,339 99,153,760
Censuses 135,027,740 366,148,539 44,636,261
Specific client needs for high-quality and timely statistical services are met.
Cost-recovered Statistical Services 0 0 12,560,000
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 62,786,663 58,086,277 64,907,612
Total 517,560,565 751,484,013 471,050,210

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 283. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Statistics Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Grants
Grant to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development 0 100,000 100,000

Telefilm Canada

Raison d’être

The Minister of Canadian Heritage is responsible for this Corporation.

Telefilm Canada (Telefilm) is a Crown corporation established under the Telefilm Canada Act.

Telefilm’s vision is: Canadian productions, on all consumption platforms, in Canada and abroad.

Telefilm’s mission is to foster and promote the development of the Canadian audiovisual industry by playing a leadership role through financial support and initiatives that contribute to the industry’s commercial, cultural and industrial success.

Telefilm is working to implement its 2015–18 strategic plan, Inspired by Talent. Viewed Everywhere., which includes six priorities:

  • Industry recognition;
  • Marketing practices;
  • Market intelligence;
  • Industry funding;
  • Ecosystem of companies; and
  • Organizational excellence.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 126. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Telefilm Canada (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 95.45 97.45 100.45
Table 284. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Telefilm Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the corporation to be used for the purposes set out in the Telefilm Canada Act 95,453,551 95,453,551 97,453,551 100,453,551
Total Voted 95,453,551 95,453,551 97,453,551 100,453,551
Total Budgetary 95,453,551 95,453,551 97,453,551 100,453,551

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Telefilm’s funding programs are essential to the Canadian audiovisual industry. They support dynamic companies and creative talent by providing financial support to Canadian film projects and by promoting Canadian audiovisual works and talent at festivals, markets and events – regionally, nationally and around the world.

Telefilm is also responsible for recommending projects likely to be recognized by the Minister of Canadian Heritage as audiovisual treaty coproductions.

Telefilm is estimating budgetary expenditures of $100.5 million in fiscal 2017–18, compared with $95.5 million in fiscal 2016–17. The expenditure increase of $5 million represents a 5% rise in the parliamentary appropriation.

The additional funds will be used to:

  • Finance Canada’s annual contribution to Eurimages, which aims to increase the number of audiovisual coproductions governed by treaties;
  • Enhance national promotion through promotional campaigns, activities that increase the awareness of content and talent, and events that explore topics of interest for the Canadian audiovisual industry based on business intelligence; and
  • Increase international promotion through financial support for the export of works and participation in international festivals and markets, and through the geographic expansion of our promotional activities.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 285. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Telefilm Canada
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Quality audiovisual content developed by Canadians and promoted to audiences in Canada and internationally.
Investment in the development of and support to the Canadian audiovisual industry 63,445,365 66,332,982 67,824,531
National and international promotional support for Canadian content 21,878,896 16,692,721 20,110,785
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 10,129,290 12,427,848 12,518,235
Total 95,453,551 95,453,551 100,453,551

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited

Raison d’être

The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited (FBCL) is a parent Crown corporation, originally established in 1998, and then amalgamated with the St. Mary’s River Bridge Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary, on January 27, 2015, and the Blue Water Bridge Authority, a parent Crown corporation, on February 1, 2015. FBCL provides the Government of Canada with oversight and accountability for specific international bridges and associated structures in Ontario, including the Canadian portions of the international bridge systems in Cornwall, Thousand Islands, Sault Ste. Marie, and Point Edward.

FBCL is accountable to Parliament through the Minister of Transport.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 127. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 20.12 41.78 22.89
Table 286. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Corporation 20,119,299 31,414,312 41,781,864 22,885,386
Total Voted 20,119,299 31,414,312 41,781,864 22,885,386
Total Budgetary 20,119,299 31,414,312 41,781,864 22,885,386

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited is estimating budgetary expenditures of $22.9 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $3.6 million is for major upgrades to the Cornwall Island roadway connecting the North and South Channel Seaway International Bridges in Cornwall. $19.3 million is for the Port of Entry rehabilitation project at the Thousand Islands Bridge.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 287. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Safe and efficient transit on the infrastructure maintained, operated and managed by The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited.
Construction of a new low-level bridge in Cornwall, Ontario as well as related infrastructure improvements 0 31,414,312 22,885,386
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 20,119,299 0 0
Total 20,119,299 31,414,312 22,885,386

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

The Jacques-Cartier and Champlain Bridges Inc.

Raison d’être

The Jacques-Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated is a Crown corporation established in 1978 whose mission is to own, manage, operate and maintain the Jacques-Cartier Bridge, the Champlain Bridge and its Estacade (Ice Control Structure), the Nuns’ Island Bridge, the Melocheville Tunnel and the federal sections of the Honoré Mercier Bridge, the Bonaventure Expressway and to provide safe and efficient transport system to the public.

The Minister of Infrastructure and Communities is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 128. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - The Jacques-Cartier and Champlain Bridges Inc. (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 247.33 367.52 331.78
Table 288. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - The Jacques-Cartier and Champlain Bridges Inc.
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the corporation 247,328,089 351,919,000 367,525,000 331,777,000
Total Voted 247,328,089 351,919,000 367,525,000 331,777,000
Total Budgetary 247,328,089 351,919,000 367,525,000 331,777,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated is estimating budgetary expenditures of $331.8 million in 2017–18.

The difference between the 2016–17 and the 2017–18 Main Estimates can be attributed to a decrease of the project scope for repairs on the Honoré Mercier Bridge and on the Jacques Cartier bridge. Planned spending in 2017–18 will include ongoing repairs to the Champlain Bridge and maintenance work on other structures, including the Jacques Cartier and Honoré Mercier bridges.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 289. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - The Jacques-Cartier and Champlain Bridges Inc.
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Safe and efficient transit on the infrastructure maintained, operated and managed by the Jacques-Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated.
Management of federal bridge, highway and tunnel infrastructure, and properties in the Montreal area 0 351,919,000 331,777,000
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 247,328,089 0 0
Total 247,328,089 351,919,000 331,777,000

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

The National Battlefields Commission

Raison d’être

The National Battlefields Commission (NBC), as manager of Battlefields Park, makes it possible for Canadians to enjoy Canada’s first national historic park and one of the most prestigious urban parks in the world.

The NBC is responsible for the administration, management, conservation and development of National Battlefields Park (located in the city of Quebec) and manages the funding allocated for this purpose.

The NBC takes its mandate from the National Battlefields at Quebec Act, 7–8 Edward VII, c. 57, passed on March 17, 1908, and its amendments.

The Minister of Canadian Heritage is responsible for this organization.

Additional information can be found in the NBC’s Departmental Plan.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 129. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - The National Battlefields Commission (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 10.82 6.46 7.52
Total Statutory 2.68 2.23 2.19
Table 290. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - The National Battlefields Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 10,818,552 6,461,761 6,461,761 7,520,761
Total Voted 10,818,552 6,461,761 6,461,761 7,520,761
Total Statutory 2,681,794 2,225,953 2,225,953 2,193,166
Total Budgetary 13,500,346 8,687,714 8,687,714 9,713,927

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

In 2017–18, the NBC will continue its conservation and development work for Battlefields Park. It will also offer visitors a wide array of exhibitions and historical interpretive activities. A vast choice of sport activities will also be offered on the site, including skating, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in winter, and inline skating, running and walking in summer, in addition to the Plains of Abraham Trail, which was officially opened in May 2016.

This year, the NBC will begin construction of a staircase to bypass the trail’s various switchbacks. This staircase will offer users a shorter alternate route and will significantly increase safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

Furthermore, the general condition of the park must be maintained, and some work has to be carried out for users’ safety and well-being. Most notably, the NBC plans to resurface the inline skating path and install additional fountains.

The Main Estimates for 2017–18 will be $9.7 million, which is an increase of $1 million compared with the Main Estimates for 2016–17. This difference is due mainly to $1.1 million in funding for health and safety projects.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 291. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - The National Battlefields Commission
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
The Battlefields Park of Quebec is a prestigious, natural, accessible, safe and educational historic and urban site.
Conservation and Development 2,267,140 2,425,493 2,375,539
Public Education and Services 1,018,014 1,033,227 1,075,665
The following program supports all strategic outcomes within this organization.
Internal Services 10,215,192 5,228,994 6,262,723
Total 13,500,346 8,687,714 9,713,927

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Treasury Board Secretariat

Raison d’être

The Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (Secretariat) is the central agency that acts as the administrative arm of the Treasury Board.

The Treasury Board is a committee of Cabinet that:

  • Acts as the government’s management board;
  • Provides oversight of the government’s financial management and spending, as well as oversight on human resources issues;
  • Is the employer for the public service;
  • Establishes policies and common standards for administrative, personnel, financial and organizational practices across government;
  • Fulfills the role of the Committee of Council in approving regulatory policies and regulations, and most orders-in-council; and
  • Is responsible for reporting to Parliament.

The President of the Treasury Board is the Minister responsible for the Secretariat.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 130. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Treasury Board Secretariat (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 2,939.57 7,010.47 6,174.68
Total Statutory 1,188.32 370.73 367.19
Table 292. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Treasury Board Secretariat
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 248,942,508 209,531,439 350,578,746 222,912,616
5 Government Contingencies 0 750,000,000 750,000,000 750,000,000
10 Government-Wide Initiatives 0 3,193,000 3,193,000 3,193,000
20 Public Service Insurance 2,690,624,377 2,337,061,397 2,460,070,604 2,398,570,604
25 Operating Budget Carry Forward 0 1,600,000,000 1,600,000,000 1,600,000,000
30 Paylist Requirements 0 600,000,000 1,145,000,000 600,000,000
33 Capital Budget Carry Forward 0 600,000,000 600,000,000 600,000,000
Compensation Adjustments 0 0 101,631,812 0
Total Voted 2,939,566,885 6,099,785,836 7,010,474,162 6,174,676,220
Total Statutory 1,188,321,857 471,020,193 370,733,337 367,185,144
Total Budgetary 4,127,888,742 6,570,806,029 7,381,207,499 6,541,861,364

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

The Secretariat is estimating budgetary expenditures of $6,541.9 million in 2017–18. Of this amount, $6,174.7 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $367.2 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information purposes.

The 2017–18 Main Estimates present an overall decrease of $28.9 million from the previous Main Estimates. Specifically, the major changes include:

  • A decrease to statutory forecasts of $103.8 million primarily for an adjustment to Employer contributions made under the Public Service Superannuation Act and other retirement acts and the Employment Insurance Act;
  • An increase to Government-Wide Votes of $61.5 million for Vote 20, Public Service Insurance, primarily to address the costs of the Government’s share of the premium rate increase for the Service Income Security Insurance Plan; and
  • A net increase to Program Expenditures of $13.4 million primarily related to time-limited funding for the Workspace Renewal Initiative and Joint Learning Program, on-going funding to enhance Access to Information, to expand Open Data initiatives, to support the development of a Government of Canada client-first service strategy and for other miscellaneous items.

Additional information will be available in the Departmental Plan.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 293. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Treasury Board Secretariat
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
This organization has implemented the Policy on Results, therefore reporting in the Estimates by Core Responsibility.
Spending Oversight 0 0 3,596,236,789
Employer 0 0 2,793,646,260
Administrative Leadership 0 0 61,764,271
Regulatory Oversight 0 0 4,663,000
To support all responsibilities of the organization.
Internal Services 0 0 85,551,044
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 4,127,888,742 6,570,806,029 0
Total 4,127,888,742 6,570,806,029 6,541,861,364

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments

Table 294. Listing of the 2017–18 Transfer Payments - Treasury Board Secretariat
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Contributions
Contributions to the Open Government Partnership 0 0 281,690
International Federation of Accountants 200,000 0 200,000
Other Transfer Payments
Payments, in the nature of Workers’ Compensation, in accordance with the Public Service Income Benefit Plan for Survivors of Employees Slain on Duty 326,513 495,000 495,000
Special Indemnity Plan for Spouses of Canadian Forces Attachés 4,795 5,000 5,000
Total Statutory 3,238 0 0

Veterans Review and Appeal Board

Raison d’être

The Veterans Review and Appeal Board (Board) is an independent, administrative tribunal created in 1995. The Board provides an appeal program for service-related disability decisions made by the Department of Veterans Affairs. This program gives applicants two levels of redress for disability pension and disability award decisions and the final level of appeal for War Veterans Allowance claims.

The Board’s objective is to ensure that Canada’s traditional Veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members and Veterans, Royal Canadian Mounted Police applicants, qualified civilians and their families receive the disability pensions, disability awards and other benefits to which they are entitled under the law.

The responsible Minister for the Board is the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 131. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Veterans Review and Appeal Board (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 9.68 9.45 9.45
Total Statutory 1.32 1.47 1.34
Table 295. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Veterans Review and Appeal Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Program expenditures 9,677,602 9,451,156 9,451,156 9,449,156
Total Voted 9,677,602 9,451,156 9,451,156 9,449,156
Total Statutory 1,324,763 1,469,993 1,469,993 1,341,796
Total Budgetary 11,002,365 10,921,149 10,921,149 10,790,952

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Veterans Review and Appeal Board is estimating budgetary expenditures of $10.79 million for 2017–18. Of this amount, $9.45 million requires approval by Parliament. The remaining $1.34 million represents statutory forecasts that do not require additional approval and are provided for information.

The planned expenditures of the Veterans Review and Appeal Board remain approximately the same as the previous year. In 2017–18, the Board will continue to take steps to deliver a timely, respectful and quality redress program so Veterans receive the benefits they are entitled to under the law.

Please refer to the Departmental Plan for further detail.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 296. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Veterans Review and Appeal Board
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
An independent and fair appeal process for disability pension, award and allowance decisions made by Veterans Affairs Canada.
Review and Appeal 11,002,365 10,921,149 10,790,952
Total 11,002,365 10,921,149 10,790,952

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

VIA Rail Canada Inc.

Raison d’être

VIA Rail Canada Inc. (VIA Rail) was established as a crown corporation in 1978 to operate as the nation’s passenger rail carrier.

Its objective is to provide a safe, secure, efficient, environmentally sustainable and reliable passenger service in Canada. The network includes trains that operate in the Quebec City to Windsor Corridor, and long-haul trains, between Toronto and Vancouver and between Montreal and Halifax. VIA Rail also provides passenger rail transportation to regional and remote communities, some without alternative year-round transportation access.

VIA Rail Canada is accountable to Parliament through the Minister of Transport.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 132. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - VIA Rail Canada Inc. (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 365.50 425.45 221.00
Table 297. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - VIA Rail Canada Inc.
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Corporation 365,500,460 382,830,000 425,450,000 221,004,897
Total Voted 365,500,460 382,830,000 425,450,000 221,004,897
Total Budgetary 365,500,460 382,830,000 425,450,000 221,004,897

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

VIA is requesting funding of $221.0 million in 2017–18 which requires approval by Parliament. In 2016–17, VIA was provided with $382.8 million in funding through the 2016–17 Main Estimates and an additional combined $42.6 million in funding through Supplementary Estimates (A), (B) and (C). Total year-over-year funding has decreased by $204.4 million from 2016–17 to 2017–18 due to the end of VIA’s previous incremental operating, pension, and capital funding envelope, $683.4 million over three years provided through Budget 2014, which expired on March 31, 2017. VIA is seeking additional funding for 2017–18 in order to maintain current operations. Full details on VIA’s activities can be found in the Annual Reports and Corporate Plan Summaries available on the VIA’s website.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 298. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - VIA Rail Canada Inc.
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A national passenger rail transportation service that is safe, secure, efficient, reliable, and environmentally sustainable and that meets the needs of travellers in Canada.
Operation of a national network of rail passenger services 0 382,830,000 221,004,897
Funds not allocated to the 2017–18 Program Alignment Architecture 365,500,460 0 0
Total 365,500,460 382,830,000 221,004,897

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority

Raison d’être

The Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA) was created in October 2012, pursuant to the International Bridges and Tunnels Act. The WDBA is responsible to carry out the obligations of the Crossing Authority as a party to the Crossing Agreement and to procure, construct, and operate the Gordie Howe International Bridge (GHIB).

The Minister of Infrastructure and Communities is responsible for this organization.

Organizational Estimates

Figure 133. Organizational Estimates - Budgetary - Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (millions of dollars)
2015–16 Expenditures 2016–17 Estimates To Date 2017–18 Main Estimates
Voted 138.50 569.18 258.92
Table 299. Organizational Estimates (dollars) - Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2016‑17
Estimates
To Date
2017‑18
Main Estimates
Budgetary
Voted
1 Payments to the Authority 138,500,000 215,989,827 569,181,753 258,916,050
Total Voted 138,500,000 215,989,827 569,181,753 258,916,050
Total Budgetary 138,500,000 215,989,827 569,181,753 258,916,050

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

Highlights

Key highlights for 2017–2018:

  • The WDBA will continue to advance the procurement process for the selection of the private partner for the project;
  • Relocation of Canadian Utilities in order to prepare the site on the Canadian side for construction;
  • Relocation of U.S. Utilities in order to prepare the site on the U.S. side for construction;
  • Continuing property acquisition in Michigan in order to prepare the site on the U.S. side for construction; and
  • Continued progress of the Early Works package on the Canadian side that will prepare the site for construction. This work includes Perimeter Access Road construction, Plaza Fill work, relocation of utilities and other site preparation activities.

Please refer to the WDBA’s Corporate Plan for further detail.

Expenditures by Program or Purpose

Table 300. Expenditures by Program or Purpose - Budgetary - Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority
  2015‑16
Expenditures
2016‑17
Main Estimates
2017‑18
Main Estimates
A safe, secure, and efficient international crossing for commercial and passenger traffic across the Windsor-Detroit Bridge.
Detroit River International Crossing 138,500,000 215,989,827 258,916,050
Total 138,500,000 215,989,827 258,916,050

Note: Additional details by organization are available on the Treasury Board Secretariat website

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