Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy

1. Overview of the Federal Government's Approach to Sustainable Development

The Federal Sustainable Development Strategy (FSDS) 2013–16 guides the Government of Canada's sustainable development activities, as required by the Federal Sustainable Development Act. In keeping with the objectives of the Act to make environmental decision making more transparent and accountable to Parliament, NRCan supports the implementation of the FSDS through the activities in this supplementary information table.

NRCan’s approach to sustainable development is aligned to both the FSDS (organized by Themes > Goals > Targets > Implementation Strategies) and to the department’s Program Alignment Architecture and Performance Measurement Framework (organized by Strategic Outcomes > Programs > and Sub-Programs). This Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy presents the planned contributions and expected results for Theme I – Addressing Climate Change and Air Quality, Theme II – Maintaining Water Quality and Availability, Theme III – Protecting Nature and Canadians, and Theme IV – Shrinking the  Environmental Footprint – Beginning with Government.

2. Themes I to III: Department and Agency-Led Targets

FSDS Goal	FSDS Performance Indicator	FSDS Target
Goal 5: Biological Resources – Efficient economic and ecological use of resources – Production and consumption of biological resources are sustainable.	Sustainability of Timber Harvest	Stay within the upper limit of the supply line.

3.  Themes I to III: Implementation Strategies

Sub-program 1.1.2 - Forest Products Market Access and Diversification

2013-16 FSDS Implementation Strategies

Goal 1: Climate Change FSDS Theme I

Target 1.1: Climate Change Mitigation

Implementation Strategies for International Work on Climate Change:

1.1.57 
Analyze key forest carbon options for climate change mitigation, ensure that Canada’s international climate change objectives related to forests are advanced in international meetings, and continue to develop Canada’s National Forest Carbon Monitoring, Accounting and Reporting System to provide annual forest-related greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory estimates.

Expected Result(s) and PMF Indicator(s)

Sub-program 2.1.1 - Renewable Energy Deployment

2013-16 FSDS Implementation Strategies

Goal 1: Climate Change FSDS Theme I

Target 1.1: Climate Change Mitigation

Implementation Strategies for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy:

1.1.46
Promote the production of clean renewable electricity.

Expected Result(s) and PMF Indicator(s)

Sub-program 2.1.3 - Alternative Transportation Fuels

2013-16 FSDS Implementation Strategies

Goal 1: Climate Change FSDS Theme I

Target 1.1: Climate Change Mitigation

Implementation Strategies for Clean Transportation:

1.1.23

Support fuel producers’ capacity to produce renewable alternatives to gasoline and diesel.

Expected Result(s) and PMF Indicator(s)

Sub-program 2.1.4 - Energy Efficiency

2013-16 FSDS Implementation Strategies

Goal 1: Climate Change FSDS Theme I

Target 1.1: Climate Change Mitigation

Implementation Strategies for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy:

1.1.41
Promote the adoption of energy efficient products and practices that contribute to the reduction of GHG emissions.

Expected Result(s) and PMF Indicator(s)

Sub-program 2.2.1 - Materials for Energy

2013-16 FSDS Implementation Strategies

Goal 1: Climate Change FSDS Theme I

Target 1.1: Climate Change Mitigation

Implementation Strategies for Clean Transportation:

1.1.25
Develop advanced materials technologies for use in new energy-efficient vehicle design, with a view of reducing the environmental impacts in transportation.

Implementation Strategies for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy:

1.1.43
Develop new materials technologies in clean power generation, safe and reliable energy distribution and energy efficient end-use for use in industry.

1.1.44
Develop new materials technologies to transport fossil fuels more efficiently, with a view of reducing the environmental impacts from energy transportation.

Expected Result(s) and PMF Indicator(s)

Sub-program 2.2.2 - Green Mining

2013-16 FSDS Implementation Strategies

Goal 1: Climate Change FSDS Theme I

Target 1.1: Climate Change Mitigation

Implementation Strategies for Clean Technology and Industry:

1.1.7
Work with industry stakeholders and technology developers to reduce the environmental footprint and impacts of the mining industry.

Implementation Strategies for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy:

1.1.42
Support S & T of innovative solutions for environmental challenges in the energy sector with a view of reducing the environmental impacts and producing and using energy in a more clean and efficient way.

Expected Result(s) and PMF Indicator(s)

Sub-program 2.2.3 - Clean Energy Science and Technology

2013-16 FSDS Implementation Strategies

Goal 1: Climate Change FSDS Theme I

Target 1.1: Climate Change Mitigation

Implementation Strategies for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy:

1.1.42 
Support Science & Technology of innovative solutions for environmental challenges in the energy sector, with a view of reducing the environmental impacts and producing and using energy in a more clean and efficient way.

Expected Result(s) and PMF Indicator(s)

Sub-program 2.3.1 – Forest Ecosystem Science and Application

2013-16 FSDS Implementation Strategies

Goal 1: Climate Change FSDS Theme I

Target 1.1: Climate Change Mitigation

Implementation Strategies for International Work on Climate Change:

1.1.50
Work to implement Canada's commitments concluded in international climate change negotiations such as mitigation targets and actions; short-and long-term financing; mechanisms for technology and reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation; adaptation actions; and provisions for transparency and accountability of climate change actions. (ECCC, NRCan)

Goal 5: Biological Resources FSDS Theme III

Target 5.3: Sustainable Forest Management

Implementation Strategies for Sustainable Forest Management:

5.3.1
Provide scientific knowledge of Canada’s forest ecosystems to industry and non-governmental organizations, with the view of enabling the establishment of practices to mitigate the environmental impact of natural resource development.

Expected Result(s) and PMF Indicator(s)

Sub-program 2.3.2 - Groundwater Geoscience

2013-16 FSDS Implementation Strategies

Goal 3: Water Quality and Water Quantity FSDS Theme II

Target 3.12: Water Resource Management

Implementation Strategies for Water Resource Management:

3.12.6
Provide governments and industry with access to necessary groundwater geoscience information.

Expected Result(s) and PMF Indicator(s)

Sub-program 3.1.3 - Forest Disturbances Science and Application

2013-16 FSDS Implementation Strategies

Goal 1: Climate Change FSDS Theme I

Target 1.2: Climate Change Adaptation

Implementation Strategies for Climate Change Adaptation:

1.2.4
Support adaptation by enabling the integrated assessment of the implications of climate change for Canada’s forest sector.

Goal 4: Conserving and Restoring Ecosystems, Wildlife and Habitat, and Protecting Canadians FSDS Theme III

Target 4.6: Invasive Alien Species

Implementation Strategies for Invasive Alien Species:

4.6.3
Help governments, agencies and industry manage risks to natural resource sectors, infrastructure and human health by providing scientific knowledge on forest disturbances, including pests.

Expected Result(s) and PMF Indicator(s)

Sub-program 3.1.4 - Climate Change Adaptation

2013-16 FSDS Implementation Strategies

Goal 1: Climate Change FSDS Theme I

Target 1.2: Climate Change Adaptation

Implementation Strategies for Climate Change Adaptation:

1.2.11
Work with governments and communities in the North (north of 60° latitude) to ensure that they have information on adaptation measures, including for resource development and infrastructure.

Expected Result(s) and PMF Indicator(s)

Sub-program 3.1.5 - Geohazards and Public Safety

2013-16 FSDS Implementation Strategies

Goal 4: Conserving and Restoring Ecosystems, Wildlife and Habitat, and Protecting Canadians FSDS Theme III

Target 4.7: Environmental Disasters, Incidents and Emergencies

Implementation Strategies for Environmental Disasters, Incidents and Emergencies:

4.7.4
In accordance with mandated responsibilities, provide environmental information to reduce the risk of, and advice in response to, the occurrence of events such as polluting incidents, wildlife disease events or severe weather and other significant hydro-meteorological events as applicable. (Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada [AAFC], Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada [INAC], Department of Fisheries and Oceans [DFO], Environment and Climate Change Canada [ECCC], Health Canada [HC], Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada [ISED], NRCan, Parks Canada [PC], Public Health Agency of Canada [PHAC], Public Safety Canada [PS], Public Works and Government Services Canada [PWGSC], Transport Canada [TC])

Ensure other levels of government, private sector and professional organizations involved in emergency management in Canada have access to accurate hazard information and hazard mitigation knowledge products for decision making (e.g., in the event of landslides, tsunamis, and radiological and nuclear incidents). (NRCan)

Expected Result(s) and PMF Indicator(s)

4.  Theme IV: Targets and Implementation Strategies

Goal 6: GHG Emissions and Energy

Target 6.1: GHG Emissions Reduction

The Government of Canada will reduce GHG emissions from its buildings and fleets by 17% below 2005 levels by 2020.

Departmental Target

17% below 2005 levels by 2020

Scope and Context

NRCan established a departmental initiative in 2010 called Low Carbon (LoC) NRCan. The focus of LoC is reducing GHG emissions in the building portfolio through a variety of activities and energy efficiency projects in support of NRCan’s overall reduction target of 17%. NRCan’s building portfolio accounts for approximately 96% of the department’s GHG emissions and fleet accounts for the remaining 4%.

NRCan has already made major strides in reducing GHG emissions from its vehicle fleet as it focuses on alternative strategies to reduce employee reliance on ground transportation. NRCan’s vehicle fleet has been reduced from 406 vehicles in 2005-06 to 227 as of end of FY 2014-15.

Performance Measurement

Expected result

Reduce the carbon footprint and energy consumption of federal operations.

Performance indicator	Targeted performance level
Updated GHG reduction implementation plan in place by March 31, 2015.	Completed in March 2015
GHG emissions (kt CO2 equivalent) in fiscal year 2005–06.	32.32 kt
GHG emissions (kt CO2 equivalent) in fiscal year 2016–17, not accounting for renewable power emission credits, if applicable	26.27 kt
Renewable power emission credits applied in fiscal year 2016–17 (kt CO2 equivalent).	0 kt
Percentage change in GHG emissions from fiscal year 2005–06 to fiscal year 2016–17, inclusive of renewable power emission credits, if applicable.	18.7% decrease
Adjustments made to base year GHG emissions.	Yes. NRCan’s base year GHG emission levels (FY 2005-06) have been recalculated as a result of a change to the base year emissions factors by ECCC.

Goal 7: Waste and Asset Management

Target 7.1: Real Property Environmental Performance

As of April 1, 2014, and pursuant to departmental Real Property Sustainability Frameworks, an industry-recognized level of high-environmental performance will be achieved in Government of Canada real property projects and operations.

Performance Measurement

Expected result

An industry-recognized level of high-environmental performance will be achieved in Government of Canada real property projects and operations.

Performance indicator	Targeted performance level
Real Property Sustainability Framework in place to improve the management of energy, waste and water in departmental real property assets by March 31, 2015.	Completed by March 31, 2015
Total number of existing Crown-owned buildings (over 1000 m2) and new lease or lease renewal projects (over 1000 m2) where the Crown is the major lessee, assessed for environmental performance using an industry-recognized assessment tool, and total associated floor space (m2).	22 Crown-owned buildings 138,828 m2
	1 new lease project Canmet MATERIALS is leasing 14,611m² at the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum facility in Hamilton, Ontario.
	Planned assessment tool to be used: BOMA BESt (Building Owners and Managers Association – Building Environmental Standards) for all existing crown-owned buildings. Athena Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) impact estimator for new leases or lease renewals.
Total number of existing Crown-owned buildings, new construction, build-to-lease projects and major renovations projects achieving an industry-recognized level of high-environmental performance, and total associated floor space (m2).	22 Crown-owned buildings 138,828 m2
	New construction projects: None within scope
	Build-to-lease projects: None within scope
	Major renovation projects: None within scope
	Planned environmental performance level to be achieved: BOMA BESt for existing Crown-owned buildings with the exception of 3 buildings (2 at BSC and 1 at Val d’Or), Green Globes Fit-up, 3 globes. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) impact estimator for leases. Athena LCA & Green Globes 3 globes for new construction.
Number of fit-up and refit projects achieving an industry-recognized level of high-environmental performance.	Fit-up and refit projects: none Planned environmental performance level to be achieved: Green Globes Fit-up, 3 globes.
Implementation strategy element or best practice	Targeted performance level
7.1.1.1. Achieve a level of performance that meets or exceeds the custodian's current commitment(s) to sustainable buildings using industry-recognized assessment and verification tool(s).	Achieved. All applicable NRCan-owned buildings were certified as of March 31, 2015.
7.1.1.2. Conduct life-cycle assessments for major construction and renovation projects using an industry-recognized tool.	Deferred to next round of FSDS – Pilot to be considered during FSDS 2016-19.
7.1.1.3. Develop plans to address environmental performance assessment recommendations for existing Crown-owned buildings.	Achieved Recommendations from environmental compliance audits and LoC Energy Management Plans incorporated into the Building Management Plan (BMP) process for consideration. BMP items also reviewed specific recommendations noted for energy efficiency (EE) projects which are prioritized based on set of criteria. LoC priority – special focus placed on addressing energy efficiency measures to reduce GHG emissions by 17% by 2020.
7.1.1.4. Manage the collection, diversion and disposal of workplace waste in Crown-owned buildings in an environmentally responsible manner.	Achieved Included as part of Environmental Management (EM) 5-year plan are periodic solid non-hazardous waste audits at NRCan custodial sites greater than 10,000 m2, at an estimated cost of $10,000 per audit (depending on facility conditions and work undertaken). Under the EM umbrella, a Solid Non-Hazardous Waste Management Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is in place and a program of waste auditing and waste program review is being implemented as part of the EM 5-year plan. EM conducts follow-ups with sites to help address non-conformances and ensure continuous improvement. For the National Capital Region (NCR), a service level agreement is in place for a standardized approach for collection. For Regions, waste is managed at the site. Results of non-conformances and recommendations are included in BMP process for consideration where applicable, and communicated to the appropriate site personnel to address at the facility level.
7.1.1.5. Manage construction, renovation and demolition waste in Crown-owned buildings in an environmentally responsible manner.	Achieved 2 projects planned via the Federal Buildings Initiative (FBI) program Construction, Renovation and Demolition (CRD) waste management are included as part of FBI clause-waste management. Federal Infrastructure Initiative (FII) projects in the NCR: CRD waste management included as part of PWGSC process.
7.1.1.6. Develop an approach to improve performance of Crown-owned buildings via automation and commissioning.	Achieved Under the NRCan LoC umbrella, an approach to improve performance via automation and recommissioning was undertaken at 14 sites, between 2011 and 2015, with ongoing tracking for improvements that contribute to the overall GHG reduction target. Recommendations are also fed into the Department’s yearly planning cycle (BMP) for consideration. Measures for automation and commissions are taken into consideration.
7.1.1.7. Develop an approach to training for building operators of Crown-owned buildings.	Achieved Diagnostic Agent for Building Operations (DABO) and Continuous Building Optimization (CBO) training (used to monitor and track performance) Real Property Institute of Canada (RPIC) Workshops FBI Community of Practice NRCan’s Environmental Management System (EMS) and aspect training with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) NRCan Facility Management annual face-to face meetings (presentations from PWGSC on aspects like fume hood testing, identifying fraudulent circuit, etc.)
7.1.1.8. Integrate the use of sustainable real property performance management indicators into the investment decision-making process for Crown-owned assets in the building portfolio (e.g., density, energy intensity, facility condition).	Achieved Results and recommendations from Energy Plans, environmental compliance audits are included in the BMP process for investment consideration. Facility Condition Index (CFI)-(BCR) gets updated in BM-CFI Industry Standard-rating indicator. Real Property performance measures include facility condition, financial, utilities, space utilization.
7.1.1.9. Benchmark and report annually on the intensity of energy usage in Crown-owned office buildings using an industry-recognized tool.	Achieved NRCan’s building inputted into ENERGY STAR®. NRCan is going above and beyond the ENERGY STAR® Benchmarking tool via the use of EnergyCAP software, which has more capabilities and features.
Best Practice 7.1.2. Real property managers and functional heads responsible for new construction, leases or existing building operations will have clauses related to environmental considerations incorporated into their performance evaluations.	Achieved LoC in the Executive Performance Accord (from 2010-2015) Real property managers have performance clauses supporting environmental initiatives.

Target 7.2: Green Procurement

As of April 1, 2014, the Government of Canada will continue to take action to embed environmental considerations into public procurement, in accordance with the federal Policy on Green Procurement.

Link to Department's Program Alignment Architecture

Sub-Program 4.1.3: Asset Management Services

Performance Measurement

Expected result

Environmentally responsible acquisition, use and disposal of goods and services.

Performance indicator	Targeted performance level
Departmental approach to further the implementation of the Policy on Green Procurement in place as of April 1, 2014.	Green Procurement Approach approved by Assistant Deputy Minister of Corporate Management Services Sector on October 20, 2014
Number and percentage of procurement and/or materiel management specialists who completed the Canada School of Public Service Green Procurement course (C215) or equivalent, in fiscal year 2016–17.	95% by March 31, 2016 and ongoing
Number and percentage of managers and functional heads of procurement and materiel whose performance evaluation includes support and contribution toward green procurement, in fiscal year 2016–17.	100% by March 31, 2016 and ongoing

Departmental green procurement target: Copy paper

By March 31, 2017, 90% of copy paper will contain a minimum of 30% recycled content and be certified to a recognized environmental standard to reduce the environmental impact of its production.

Performance indicator	Targeted performance level
By March 31, 2017, 90% of copy paper will contain a minimum of 30% recycled content and/or be certified to a recognized environmental standard to reduce the environmental impact of its production.	90%  by March 31, 2017

Departmental green procurement target: Business Travel

By March 31, 2021, GHG emissions from business-related travel will be reduced by 25% relative to 2008-09.

Performance indicator	Targeted performance level
Emission associated with business related travel in tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent in the year as provided by PWGSC.	GHG emissions will be reduced by 25% by March 31, 2021.

Departmental green procurement target: Office Furniture

By March 31, 2017, 70% of office furniture purchases will include criteria to reduce the environmental impact associated with the production, acquisition, use and/or disposal of these.

Performance indicator	Targeted performance level
Percentage of office furniture purchases that meet the target objective relative to the total dollar value of all office furniture purchases for the year in question.	70% by March 31, 2017
Implementation strategy element or best practice	Targeted performance level
7.2.1.5. Leverage common-use procurement instruments where available and feasible.	Achieved January 2015.
Best Practice 7.2.3. Train acquisition cardholders on green procurement before they obtain an acquisition card.	Seeking to reach Achieved status by March 31, 2016 and ongoing
Best Practice 7.2.4. Increase awareness of the Policy on Green Procurement among managers.	Seeking to reach Achieved status by March 31, 2017 and ongoing

Target 7.3: Sustainable Workplace Operations

As of April 1, 2015, the Government of Canada will update and adopt policies and practices to improve the sustainability of its workplace operations.

Performance Measurement

Expected result

Departmental workplace operations have a reduced environmental impact.

Performance indicator	Targeted performance level
Approach to maintain or improve the sustainability of the departmental workplace in place as of March 31, 2015.	Completed March 5, 2015

 

Implementation strategy element or best practice	Targeted performance level
7.3.1.1. Engage employees in greening government operations practices.	Seeking to reach “Achieved” status by March 2017
7.3.1.2. Integrate environmental considerations into corporate policies, processes and practices in accordance with departmental refresh cycles.	Achieved
7.3.1.3. Maintain or improve existing approaches to sustainable workplace practices (printer ratios, paper usage, and green meetings).	Achieved 8:1 average ratio of employees to printers Default duplex print settings on network printers enforced.
7.3.1.4. Minimize the ratio of information technology (IT) assets per employee.	Achieved
7.3.1.5. Select and operate IT and office equipment in a manner that reduces energy consumption and material usage.	Achieved
7.3.1.8. Minimize all non-hazardous solid waste generated, and leverage service offerings to maximize the diversion of waste.	Achieved – The EM Group conducts waste audits at NRCan-owned facilities and Real Property works with the facilities to help improve their diversion rates.
7.3.1.9. Increase the population density in office buildings, and increase space utilization in special purpose buildings.	Achieved

Goal 8: Water Management

Target 8.1: Water Management

As of April 1, 2014, the Government of Canada will take further action to improve water management within its real property portfolio.

Scope and Context

This would be overall water reduction for owned assets.

Existing Crown Buildings >1000m² where metering exists

Performance Measurement

Expected result

Water is managed sustainably in Government of Canada real property operations.

Performance indicator	Targeted performance level
Approach to improving water management included in Real Property Sustainability Framework in place by March 31, 2015.	Achieved Framework in place as of March 31, 2015
Amount and percentage of floor space in buildings over 1000 m2 that includes water metering, in fiscal year 2016–17 (where feasible).	Existing Crown–owned Regions: approximately 136,398m2 NCR: approximately 225,088m2 Total: approximately 361,486m2
	New Crown and built-to-lease None within scope of framework
	Major renovations None within scope of framework
	Leases None within scope of framework
	Cubic meters of water used in a given facility when compared against a base line. Performance indicator and targeted performance level will be developed in 2016-17.

 

Implementation strategy element or best practice	Targeted performance level
8.1.1.1. Conserve potable water.	Achieved EM has an existing Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for water conservation (that includes conservation of potable water). Water reduction measures have been identified from previous water audits, and basic water- conserving devices are being implemented as the budget allows and upon replacement due to failure, renovations or new construction
8.1.1.2. Manage storm water run-off.	Deferred for consideration in next round of FSDS 2016-19.
8.1.1.3. Improve the metering of water utility usage for existing Crown-owned buildings.	Deferred for consideration in next round of FSDS 2016-19.
8.1.1.4. Meter water usage in new projects.	Deferred for consideration in next round of FSDS 2016-19.
Best Practice 8.1.2 Conduct potable water audits in Crown-owned assets.	Achieved NRCan conducts water audits as part of EM Follow-ups to verify whether or not recommendations have been addressed and positive impacts on water consumption achieved
Best Practice 8.1.3 Analyze the water consumption data collected to determine steps to improve water management in Crown-owned assets.	Achieved Follow-ups to verify whether or not recommendations have been addressed and positive impacts on water consumption achieved Monitoring of water consumption Collection of water bills more rigorously (process already in place) – CanmetENERGY in Varennes helping to collect water bills and input into EnergyCAP.
Best Practice 8.1.4 Reclaimed non-potable water is used for landscape irrigation.	Deferred for consideration in next round of FSDS 2016-19.

5. Additional Departmental Sustainable Development Activities and Initiatives

N/A

6.  Sustainable Development Management System

Sustainable Development and NRCan’s Mandate

Sustainable development is central to the mandate of NRCan and essential to the future of the natural resources sector. NRCan is charged with the federal responsibility for ensuring the sustainable development of Canada’s energy resources, minerals and metals, and forests, and for providing the geographical and geological information base that supports decisions about Canada’s land-based and offshore resources. The Department of Natural Resources Act states that “in exercising the powers and performing the duties and functions assigned to the Minister ... the Minister shall have regard to the sustainable development of Canada’s natural resources and the integrated management thereof.”

The Department is also responsible for negotiating Science and Technology agreements with partners, and addressing market-access questions. It works with a variety of partners – governments, industry, academia, non-government organizations and individual Canadians – to ensure that sustainable development principles are integrated not only here in Canada, but also around the world. The work that NRCan conducts in these areas is captured under Strategic Outcome 2 (natural resource sectors and consumers are environmentally responsible).

Finally, recognizing linkages with its responsibilities related to regulations and economic development, NRCan supports the Government of Canada with the goal to ensure that Canada’s resource sector remains a source of jobs, prosperity, and opportunity within the context of a world that values sustainable practices and low carbon processes. NRCan helps streamline the review process for major resource projects, while strengthening environmental protection and enhancing consultations with Canada’s Indigenous Peoples in the project review and development process.

7.  Strategic Environmental Assessment

NRCan contributes to sustainable development by carrying out Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) in accordance with the Cabinet Directive on the Environmental Assessment of Policy, Plan and Program Proposals and its guidelines.

NRCan also ensures that its decision-making process includes a consideration of the FSDS goals and targets through SEA. A SEA for policy, plan or program proposals includes an analysis of the impacts of the proposal on the environment, including on the FSDS goals and targets. NRCan’s detailed SEAs are always made public when respective initiatives are announced, demonstrating that environmental factors were integrated into the decision-making process.

This year, NRCan commits to the continued integration of SEA into its strategic decision-making processes, and to measure performance through the rate of compliance with the Cabinet Directive and its guidelines. The Department will also share its processes and tools with the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency and other departments and agencies involved in the federal community of practice on SEA.

For more information on SEA at NRCan, please visit the NRCan website:
www.nrcan.gc.ca/environmental-assessment-strategic/55

 

Supplementary Information (Tables) 2016-17