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Contributions in support of the Green Construction through Wood Program (voted)
Start date April 1, 2018
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2025
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2018-19
Link to departmental result(s) Canadians are engaged in the future of the new and inclusive resource economy
Link to department’s Program Inventory Forest Sector Competitiveness
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program NRCan’s Green Construction through Wood (GCWood) Program is aimed at supporting the use of wood in non-traditional construction projects, such as tall buildings, low-rise non-residential buildings and bridges. The GCWood Program launch follows the Government’s Budget 2017 announcement of $39.8M over four years, starting in April 2018, to undertake this initiative.

The GCWood Program supports Canada’s transition to a more wood-inclusive construction industry by funding projects that encourage:
  • Greater adoption and commercialization of wood-based products in the construction of innovative tall wood buildings, timber bridges, and low-rise non-residential wood buildings;
  • Replication of demonstrated innovative non-traditional wood-based buildings and timber bridges; and,
  • Research that addresses the gap in technical information needed to facilitate revisions to the 2020 and 2025 National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) to allow tall wood buildings beyond the current 6 storey limit.
The Program provides non-repayable contributions of up to 100% of a project’s eligible incremental costs for the demonstration of innovative engineered wood products and systems. The funding is intended to offset the cost of being the “first mover” of wood-intensive projects, and to fund the development of knowledge and tools to support the success of future projects.
Expected results The GCWood Program will directly contribute to the following results:
  • Regulatory agencies and specifiers (engineers, designers and architects) have the information they need to determine product, performance and environmental credentials;
  • Architects, engineers, and builders have the information and tools necessary to pursue wood-based building projects; and
  • Regulatory acceptance/recognition of Canadian wood products and building systems in building codes, standards, and policies.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2021-22
General targeted recipient groups Eligible recipients of the GCWood Program, and the primary targets for demonstration activities include:
  • For-profit and not-for-profit companies registered in Canada;
  • Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies.
Eligible recipients and the target audience for education and code-related initiatives are:
  • Forest product associations (engaged in forest product promotion)
  • Provinces, provincial Crown corporations; and
  • Not-for-profit organizations engaged in forest product research.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Program applicants are supported through the establishment of a dedicated program website, which includes access to program guides, eligibility requirements, and project announcements, as well as program administration contact details (nrcan.gcwood-cvbois.rncan@canada.ca).

GCWood issues a public Call for Expressions of Interest for each aspect of the demonstration component (tall wood, low-rise non-residential, and bridges) which is promoted through the NRCan website and social media, as well as through partner organizations across the country.

Selected program recipients are further engaged through regular contact with program administrators to monitor project progress and report against the set objectives.

Recipients also have access to regional communications working groups established by GCWood to support project promotion and dissemination of information.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $11,809,904 $15,719,000 $13,500,000 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $11,809,904 $15,719,000 $13,500,000 0
Grants and Contributions in support of Clean Technology Challenges (voted)
Start date October 5, 2017
End dateFootnote 1 Ongoing
Type of transfer payment Grants and Contributions
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2017-18
Link to departmental result(s)
  • Natural resource sectors are innovative
  • Clean technologies and energy efficiencies enhance economic performance
  • Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to department’s Program Inventory Energy Innovation and Clean Technology
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The Clean Technology Challenges form part of the Government of Canada’s Impact Canada Initiative (ICI), designed to help departments accelerate the adoption of innovative funding approaches to deliver meaningful results to Canadians.

The Clean Technology program ($75M over 4 years) stream will address areas such as climate change, clean growth, and the application of new technologies to reduce negative environmental impacts. Five Clean Tech challenges were launched in 2018-19 and a sixth in July 2019.

For each Challenge, a mix of tools (e.g. contribution agreements, grants, micro-grants) will be used, based on technical, market and environmental circumstances, in order to achieve breakthroughs in clean technology and leverage as much innovation activity as possible from a given award level.

Contribution payments made under this program are non-repayable.
Expected results The ICI Clean Tech program is focused on unlocking breakthrough solutions to complex and persistent problems in developing clean technologies. By 2021, the following key results are expected:
  • The Sky’s the Limit: A cost-effective manufacturing pathway to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Canada has been developed that significantly reduces GHG emissions.
  • Crush It!: A breakthrough in mining technology has been developed that reduces energy use at Canadian mines by at least 20%.
  • Power Forward: A Canada-UK based smart grid demonstration that is highly integrated, cleaner and more flexible than anything on the market, designed for 2030 and beyond, with ongoing Canada and UK-based smart grid applications, is being developed and commercialized in respective countries.
  • Women in Cleantech: Breakthrough cleantech applications, developed by female entrepreneurs, have advanced to commercialization; spurred additional, women-led cleantech businesses; and strengthened female leadership in the cleantech sector.
  • Indigenous Off-Diesel Initiative: Up to 15 Indigenous communities have completed their energy plans and begun implementation of community-scale clean energy projects, having built capacity to transition to off-diesel.
  • Charging the Future: Five of Canada’s most promising battery technology innovations are being advanced to commercialization.
In the long term, the program is intended to contribute to improved environmental and economic performance in Canada’s natural resources and clean technology sectors.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2020-21
General targeted recipient groups Funding is open to Canadian and international identified eligible recipients provided they meet the criteria established by each Challenge or Challenge stage.
Eligible recipients will include, but are not limited to, legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada or abroad such as:
  • Private sector and not-for-profit organizations such as electricity and gas utilities, companies, industry associations, research associations, and standards organizations;
  • Indigenous organizations and groups;
  • Community groups;
  • Academic institutions;
  • Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies, where applicable;
  • Unincorporated groups, societies and coalitions; and,
  • Individuals.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Delivery of each ICI Challenge varies. The development and scoping of Challenges involved extensive consultations with more than 1500 experts, partners and stakeholders, such as sector associations; industry; academia; Indigenous organizations; and provinces/territories and other levels of government.

The program engages in a range of activities to help promote the Challenges, encourage participation and provide guidance to Challenge participants, including: issuing Challenges on the PCO Impact Canada website; conducting social media campaigns; using targeted outreach; hosting webinars; and delivering workshops.

Stakeholder engagement events are planned for 2021 in the run-up to awarding Challenge prizes.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants $10,878,327 $22,959,734 0 0
Total contributions $13,530,524 $908,288 0 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $24,408,851 $23,868,022 0 0
Contributions in support of Energy Efficiency (voted)
Start date April 1, 2017
End dateFootnote 1 Ongoing
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2017-18
Link to departmental result(s)
  • Clean technologies and energy efficiencies enhance economic performance
  • Natural resource sectors are innovative
  • Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to department’s Program Inventory
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Energy Innovation and Clean Technology
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The objectives of the program are to:
  • increase the energy efficiency of consumer and commercial products
  • enhance commercial, institutional and residential building sector performance
  • encourage the implementation of cleaner and more energy efficient technologies and practices in the industrial sector
  • support low carbon options for the on-road transportation sector.
Contributions under the deployment stream are non-repayable.
Expected results The ultimate outcome of the program is improved energy efficiency in target sectors (industry, equipment, building, housing and transportation).

This will be measured through the total annual energy savings in petajoules (PJ) resulting from the adoption of energy efficiency codes, standards and practices.

Expected results in 2021: 600 PJ in total annual energy savings by 2030.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation 2020-21
Decision following the results of last evaluation Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation To be determined. Further evaluation work will be considered during the annual multi-year planning exercise, in accordance with program development and the TB Policy on Results.
General targeted recipient groups The general audience is individuals and legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada, including for-profit and not-for-profit organizations such as:
  • Electricity and gas utilities, companies, industry associations, research associations, standards organizations, Indigenous and community groups, Canadian academic institutions; and,
  • Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies, where applicable.
International legal entities validly incorporated or registered abroad, including for-profit and not-for-profit organizations, such as:
  • Industry associations;
  • Research associations;
  • Standards organizations; and,
  • Academic institutions.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Energy Efficiency Program

Working closely with provinces and territories, industry, associations, and research groups, we are advancing long-term energy efficiency efforts that
drive Canada’s transformation to a low-carbon economy.

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients include:
  • hosting workshops and webinars
  • undertaking targeted outreach and engagement, including engagement sessions and award recognition nominations
  • knowledge and capacity-building activities such as case studies.
The Office of Energy Efficiency is also supporting policy, program and service experimentation to drive energy efficiency across all sectors and to encourage energy efficient behaviours to Canadians. Programming includes activities and partnerships to:
  • improve energy efficiency standards for equipment and appliances;
  • develop and drive adoption of more stringent national energy codes for new and existing homes and buildings, in collaboration with provinces, territories, and industry; and
  • implement energy management systems in large buildings and industrial facilities to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs.
Energy Efficient Buildings Research Development and Demonstration Program:

The program has conducted extensive engagement with industry, associations, provinces and territories, and research and policy groups to help inform the scope of calls for proposals.

In 2019-20, the program commissioned four consultation contracts that each conducted extensive interviews with a broad range of stakeholders to identify the latest barriers to the implementation of high-efficiency and net-zero energy building technologies, in order to help best direct future calls for proposals.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $19,680,545 $20,170,214 $15,987,791 $16,471,543
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $19,680,545 $20,170,214 $15,987,791 $16,471,543
Contributions in support of Expanding Market Opportunities (voted)
Start date April 1, 2020
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2023
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2020-2021
Link to departmental result(s) Enhanced competitiveness of Canada’s natural resource sectors
Link to department’s Program Inventory Forest Sector Competitiveness
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The purpose of the Expanding Market Opportunities (EMO) program is to support the competitiveness of the Canadian forest sector by maintaining and growing international wood product markets, expanding wood use domestically in non-traditional construction, and promoting the strong environmental credentials of Canadian forest products.

This transfer payment program provides non-repayable contributions.
Expected results Providing funding to eligible recipients for eligible projects provides the resources to stakeholders that are needed to explore and pursue opportunities in target markets. These actions are intended to influence regulatory and policy recognition of Canadian wood products and systems in international markets, and ensure that end users and specifiers have the tools and information needed to use Canadian wood products and systems in their projects. In turn, these results are designed to lead to diversified international markets for Canadian forest products and broader domestic adoption and commercialization of wood in construction.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation 2019-20
Decision following the results of last evaluation Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2023-24
General targeted recipient groups Targeted recipient groups include not-for-profit organizations, intergovernmental organizations, academia, indigenous groups, and other levels of government and municipal governments.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients On November 2, 2020, EMO issued its annual call for proposals (CFP) for fiscal year 21/22 by email, through its website, and through its online funding management system.

EMO staff consult with applicants and recipients based on a risk management approach according to the size of their initiative. Direct consultations and outreach Program Officers occurs at a minimum on a quarterly basis, and at a maximum of biweekly
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $20,239,000 $17,580,000 $17,580,000 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $20,239,000 $17,580,000 $17,580,000 0
Contribution in support of the clean-up of the Gunnar uranium mining facilities (voted)
Start date March 7, 2007
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2056
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2006-07
Link to departmental result(s) Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to department’s Program Inventory Electricity Resources
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program To advance the decommissioning of legacy uranium mine and mill tailings in the Province of Saskatchewan according to current regulatory standards.

To provide financial contributions to the Government of Saskatchewan for it to undertake decommissioning activities at the Gunnar uranium mine siteFootnote 2.

This program does not contain any repayable contributions.
Expected results That effective and timely action be taken to address concerns over the current environmental condition associated with the Cold War Legacy Uranium Mine and Mill Sites.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation 2012-13
Decision following the results of last evaluation Project funding will be expended as per the terms in the Memorandum of Agreement.
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation To be determined. Next evaluation will be identified when five-year total of actual expenditures averages over $5M per year.
General targeted recipient groups Province of Saskatchewan
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Quarterly meetings between NRCan and Saskatchewan Ministry of the Economy officials to discuss progress on the project.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions 0 $398,000 $645,000 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program 0 $398,000 $645,000 0
Contributions in support of Clean Growth in Natural Resource Sectors Innovation Program (voted)
Start date April 1, 2018
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2028
Type of transfer payment Contributions
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2017-18
Link to departmental result(s)
  • Natural resource sectors are innovative
  • Clean technologies and energy efficiencies enhance economic performance
  • Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to department’s Program Inventory Energy Innovation and Clean Technology
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The Clean Growth Program will provide $155M over five years to support clean technology research and development (R&D), and demonstration projects in Canada’s energy, mining, and forest sectors.

The program is designed to advance emerging clean technologies towards commercial readiness so that natural resource operations can better reduce their environmental impacts on air, land, and water, while enhancing competitiveness and creating jobs.

To support innovation by small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), the CGP includes the novel Science and Technology Assistance for Cleantech (STAC) initiative, which provides SMEs funded under the CGP with access to scientific and technical resources at federal research centers to help them overcome a lack of technical expertise and research infrastructure.

The program provides both conditionally repayable and non-repayable contributions in support of project activities.
Expected results The projects funded by the program are expected to reduce the environmental impact of natural resource operations, support the growth of Canada’s clean technology sector, and assist in sustaining Canadian resource industries as a source of jobs and opportunity.
  • Economic performance: cost reduction, new revenue
  • Move emerging technologies closer to commercial readiness.
Expected results in 2021-22 include:
  • 30% of projects involve at least one additional partner other than NRCan or project proponent
  • Project funding leveraged at least 1:1
Expected longer-term results include*:
  • 0.3-0.7 Mt GHG reductions per year by 2026
*Dependent on projects received, success of projects, and on-going operation capacity by 2026+.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2020-21 (evaluation work delayed due to COVID-19 pandemic)
General targeted recipient groups Eligible Canadian recipients include:
  • Legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada including: For profit and not-for-profit organizations such as electricity and gas utilities, companies, industry associations, research associations, and standards organizations; Indigenous organizations and groups; community groups; and Canadian academic institutions; and,
  • Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies where applicable.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Through an extensive multisector engagement initiative, the program engaged key industry and provincial/territorial stakeholders during the development of the program. This informed the technology agnostic scope of the program. In order to facilitate the co-funding of projects with provincial and territorial partners, the program has developed Trusted Partnerships with key provincial and territorial stakeholders. To increase awareness about proposal solicitations, program officials have:
  • Presented at conferences, workshops and sector meetings;
  • Held two webinars after program launch (approx. 1000 participants);
  • Launched an interactive social media platform to encourage potential applicants to collaborate with other partners, provinces/territories, and federal research centres; and,
  • Led social media campaigns and hosted stakeholder engagement webinars and calls with involvement from the provinces and territories.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $36,362,098 $28,226,626 0 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $36,362,098 $28,226,626 0 0
Contributions in support of the Energy Innovation Program (voted)
Start date April 14, 2016
End dateFootnote 1 Ongoing
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2017-18
Link to departmental result(s)
  • Natural resource sectors are innovative
  • Clean technologies and energy efficiencies enhance economic performance
  • Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to department’s Program Inventory Energy Innovation and Clean Technology
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The objective of the Energy Innovation Program (EIP) is to support the competitiveness of Canada’s natural resource sectors through a comprehensive suite of research and development (R&D), demonstration, and RSA (Related Scientific Activities) projects leading to advances in technology; increased knowledge and collaboration; input into codes, standards and associated policies and regulations; and, ultimately improved environmental and economic performance.

The EIP includes, among other initiatives, the following recent calls:
  • Breakthrough Energy Solutions Canada (BESC), launched in 2019,a joint initiative of NRCan; Breakthrough Energy, led by Bill Gates and influential global investors; and the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC). BESC will provide up to $40 million to help Canadian firms develop and commercialize clean energy technologies with potential for significant greenhouse gas emissions reductions (0.5GT/year globally). EIP is committing up to $20M of this funding, while BDC and Breakthrough Energy are each offering up to $10M in support.
  • The Canadian Emissions Reduction Innovation Network (CERIN) is a $12M collaborative call between NRCan ($6M) and Alberta Innovates ($6M) to support the innovation needed to bring clean tech to market in order to help the oil and gas industry meet emission regulations in a cost-effective way, notably by funding technology testing infrastructure at key research and industry facilities in Alberta and nationally. The EIP uses non-repayable contributions to support projects.
Expected results Activities are expected to contribute to new R&D; demonstration projects and associated codes and standards; and new knowledge products, including studies and analyses.

Expected results in 2021-22 include:
  • Average of at least one partner other than NRCan or the proponent per project
  • Project funding leveraged at least 1:1
Expected longer-term results include:
  • Average technology readiness level advanced by one level by project completion
  • At least 5% of projects will produce an IP product and/or will have an impact on revised codes, standards and regulations
  • 4.25 Mt GHGs direct reductions per year by 2030
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation 2019-20
Decision following the results of last evaluation Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2022-23
General targeted recipient groups Eligible Canadian recipients could include:
  • Legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada including: for-profit and not-for-profit organizations such as electricity and gas utilities, companies, industry associations, research associations, and standards organizations; Indigenous organizations and groups; community groups; and Canadian academic institutions; and,
  • Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies, where applicable.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients As part of the EIP, NRCan has carried out extensive engagement with industry, associations, provinces and territories, and research and policy groups to help inform the scope of calls for proposals. In addition, targeted calls under BESC and CERIN were co-developed with program partners. Requests for project proposals were solicited from a broad range of eligible recipients including industry, academia and consortia via open, advertised proposal calls; non-advertised direct requests for proposals; and unsolicited proposals. To increase awareness about proposal solicitations, program officers have:
  • Presented at conferences, workshops and sector meetings;
  • Held two webinars after program launch (approx. 1000 participants);
  • Utilized NRCan’s Clean Growth Collaboration Community, an online integrative platform, to share information and encourage potential applicants to connect with other partners;
  • Led social media campaigns, amplified by partners, and hosted stakeholder engagement webinars and calls with involvement from the provinces and territories; and,
  • Provided input and updates in the regularly circulated Clean Growth Hub Newsletter.
A BESC Forum was held in January 2020, to highlight finalists and allow them to pitch their solutions for a chance to be selected as part of the cohort of 10 successful companies. In December 2020, the program hosted the first Accelerator Event to provide the BESC cohort with access to business and professional services geared towards getting technologies to market sooner, and to learn from thought leaders in virtual panel discussions. The Tech-to-market needs (i.e. panel topics) discussed at the event will be based on self-identified areas of interest provided by the cohort.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $29,951,250 $24,460,000 $24,460,000 $24,460,000
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $29,951,250 $24,460,000 $24,460,000 $24,460,000
Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (voted)
Start date June 8, 2017
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2023
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2017-18
Link to departmental result(s) Canadians are engaged in the future of the new and inclusive resource economy
Link to department’s Program Inventory Natural Resources Canada’s Indigenous Partnerships Office – West
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program To make funding available to Indigenous groups potentially impacted by the Trans Mountain Expansion Pipeline Project (TMX) and the Line 3 Replacement Project (Line 3) to:
  • Enhance their capacity to participate in the Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees;
  • Pursue other Committee objectives including those supporting their mandate to provide advice to regulators on environmental, safety, and socio-economic issues related to the performance of the projects and compliance with conditions; and
  • Address other environmental concerns related to the broader pipeline corridor over the full lifecycle of development.
This transfer payment program has non-repayable contributions.
Expected results Effectively respond to Indigenous issues and priorities related to the TMX and Line 3 pipeline projects through the provision of capacity and other supports that address objectives identified by Indigenous groups involved in the monitoring of these projects.

The expected result is evaluated by monitoring and reporting on the “% of priorities or issues identified by the Committees or Indigenous communities impacted by the Trans Mountain Expansion Project or Line 3 Replacement Program that are being (or have been) addressed through Committee or related federal actions or investments.”

The target result is 80% for this performance indicator.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2020-21
General targeted recipient groups Eligible recipients include:
  • Indigenous communities or governments;
  • Tribal Councils or entities that fulfill a similar function (e.g. general council);
  • National, provincial, regional, and local Indigenous organizations;
  • Indigenous validly incorporated or registered for-profit and not-for-profit organizations and corporations;
  • Where fully endorsed by an Indigenous partner organization or community:
    • Provincial, territorial, municipal, and regional governments;
    • Academic institutions and research associations working with an Indigenous partner organization; and,
    • Non-Indigenous validly incorporated or registered not-for-profit organizations.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Outreach is undertaken with the Committees and Indigenous communities identified as potentially impacted by the Crown Consultation list.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $18,000,000 $13,996,697 0 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $18,000,000 $13,996,697 0 0
Contributions in support of the Smart Grid Program (voted)
Start date April 1, 2018
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2029
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2018-19
Link to departmental result(s)
  • Natural resource sectors are innovative
  • Clean technologies and energy efficiencies enhance economic performance
  • Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to department’s Program Inventory
  • Energy Innovation and Clean Technology
  • Electricity Resources
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The Smart Grid program will invest $100M over four years (2018-19 to 2021- 22) to support the deployment of commercial technology to build integrated systems and the demonstration of promising near-commercial technologies for innovative smart grid systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and foster innovation and clean jobs. The program will accelerate the transition to a clean growth economy by:
  • Better utilizing the existing capacity of electricity assets;
  • Increasing the penetration of renewable generation; and,
  • Increasing the reliability, resiliency, and flexibility of the power system while maintaining security of the systems.
This transfer payment program is repayable as follows:
  • Demonstration: Non-repayable.
  • Deployment: Repayable, if the deployment leads to a profit within five years following the project commissioning. The requirements for reporting profits are detailed in the contribution agreement, along with the process for repayment.
Expected results Expected results for the 2019-20 to 2021-22 period are:
  • Ratio of project investments made by stakeholders to deployment project funding from the program leveraged at a minimum of 1:3.
  • Ratio of project investments made by stakeholders to demonstration project funding from the program leveraged at a minimum of 1:1.
Longer-term expected result by 2030:
  • GHG emission reductions of 0.9 megatonnes (Mt) through a clean, smart electricity grid.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2021-22
General targeted recipient groups Legal entities validly incorporated in Canada including:
  • For-profit and not-for-profit organizations such as electricity and gas utilities, system operators and transmission owners and operators (including provincial crown corporations, agencies, co-ops and municipally-owned) and, local distribution companies;
  • Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments, and their departments and agencies; and,
  • Indigenous (majority owned and controlled by Indigenous people), for-profit and not-for-profit organizations.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients NRCan conducted extensive stakeholder engagement with utilities/local distribution companies, associations, and provinces and territories, including dissemination of a Project Concept Questionnaire (PCQ) that was returned by 100 potential applicants in order to increase awareness of the Program, help gauge project eligibility and provide feedback to potential proponents.

The Program launched on January 15, 2018, and the Request For Proposal process closed on March 4, 2018. NRCan received eighty-six proposals, 74 of which were deemed eligible.

NRCan organized its second Smart Grid Symposium in October 2020 over three days to accommodate an online format. The event profiled the 17 announced program recipients and the Smart Grid Program website, which was updated to include details on program progress and a timeline for expected results. The website, designed to be more informative and engaging for stakeholders, also includes the Program brochure for download. The event attracted 261 stakeholders over 3 days, 28% of which were Program recipients or their project partners. The 2020 edition dug deeper into themes that were raised during the inaugural 2019 Symposium, and focused on added value that the Smart Grid Program can offer to its proponents through facilitated discussion on project challenges and successes. Discussions and feedback from these events are also being captured to inform future policy and program proposals.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $19,608,993 $24,087,345 $9,385,007 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $19,608,993 $24,087,345 $9,385,007 0
Contributions in support of Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities (voted)
Start date April 1, 2018
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2031
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2018-19
Link to departmental result(s) Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to department’s Program Inventory Electricity Resources
Energy Innovation and Clean Technology
Forest Sector Competitiveness
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The program will reduce reliance on diesel in rural and remote communities by deploying and demonstrating renewable energy projects, encouraging energy efficiency and building skills and capacity.
Contribution payments made under this program may be repayable or non-repayable based on program stream.
Expected results Expected results for this program include:
  • Deployment project funding leveraged at an average of 2:3 ($81M : $121M), total from 2018-19 to 2025-26.
  • Demonstration project funding leveraged at an average of 3:2 ($55M : $37M), total from 2018-19 to 2023-24; 10-15 renewable energy demonstrations will be supported over 6 years.
  • Bioheating project funding leveraged at an average of 4:1 ($46M : $11M) , total from 2018-19 to 2023-24.
  • 10 communities newly installed or retrofitted bioheating systems (launched in 2019-20).
  • Maintain 2 co-operative arrangementsFootnote 3 on information products and expertise on energy efficiency with other federal departments (annually from 2018-19 to 2025-26).
  • Minimum of 10 energy literacy projects (launched in 2019- 20).
  • Demonstration of 10-15 renewable energy projects over 6 years.
  • Deployment of 40 megawatts of renewable energy projects over 6 years.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2021-22
General targeted recipient groups Targeted recipient groups include:
  • remote communities
  • Indigenous communities
  • remote industrial sites, regional and community development corporations, utilities
  • provinces and territories
Capacity building and bioheat streams also target rural communities as well as remote communities.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients The program will announce newly funded projects in 2020-21. The program continues to engage real and potential applicants through the Remote Energy Inbox, calls with potential applicants when requested, and engagement sessions at conferences and through other platforms, such as the Pan-Canadian Framework (2020-21).
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $34,121,291 $55,861,965 $32,917,165 $10,257,655
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $34,121,291 $55,861,965 $32,917,165 $10,257,655
Contributions in support of the Emerging Renewable Power Program (voted)
Start date April 1, 2018
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2030
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2018-19
Link to departmental result(s) Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to department’s Program Inventory Electricity Resources
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program This Program will help expand the portfolio of renewable energy technologies available to reduce emissions in Canada’s electricity sector and provide job opportunities along the entire length of their supply chains.

The Emerging Renewable Power Program funding is conditionally repayable should the project yield a return on investment above and beyond the total project costs less the federal contribution.
Expected results
  • Five contribution agreements are signed and two regional assessments are completed and released publicly;
  • Projects using at least three different technologies are supported by the program; and,
  • Two provincially-led support mechanisms (e.g. regulatory frameworks, power purchase agreements).
  • Increase in the deployment of Emerging Renewable Power Projects in Canada;
  • Reduce barriers to deployment of emerging renewable power projects in Canada;
  • Increase in renewable technology supply chains in Canada;
  • Increase in awareness and understanding of regional energy resources and impacts from emerging renewable power projects; and,
  • Improved environmental performance through GHG reductions of Canadian electricity sector.
Performance Indicators:
  • Number of projects installed and commissioned;
  • Number of different emerging renewable technologies supported;
  • Private Investment in emerging renewable power projects and downstream activities
  • Provincial/ territorial support for emerging renewable projects
  • 1 megatonne of GHG emissions reductions attributable to emerging renewable energy sources
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2021-22
General targeted recipient groups
  • Legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada, including for profit and not-for-profit organizations, system operators and transmission owners and operators, local distribution companies, industry associations, research associations, regional, and community development corporations.
  • Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments, and their departments and agencies, where applicable. Indigenous communities, councils or governments and Indigenous for-profit and not-for-profit organizations.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Departmental officials have contacted industry organizations, spoken to individual developers upon request, and have attended industry events. In addition, the Department has contacted provincial government representatives, both at the working and management level to solicit general feedback or verify project acceptance and priority alignment.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $28,394,995 $39,328,138 $14,769,353 $13,066,123
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $28,394,995 $39,328,138 $14,769,353 $13,066,123
Contributions in support of Spruce Budworm Early Intervention Strategy - Phase II (voted)
Start date June 7, 2018
End dateFootnote 1 June 30, 2022
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2018-19
Link to departmental result(s) Canadians have access to cutting-edge research to inform decisions on the management of natural resources
Link to department’s Program Inventory Pest Risk Management
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program Phase II of the Early Intervention Strategy (EIS) for Spruce Budworm (SBW) is a research program investigating a new pest management approach that could avoid an outbreak and the associated socio-economic impacts in Atlantic Canada, where forestry is one of the largest economic sectors.

The Phase II program includes a suite of integrated research activities and operational insecticide applications to validate the EIS’s scientific foundation, enhance its efficacy for any emerging outbreaks of SBW, and protect the region’s forests.

Through the Forest Pest Risk Management Program, the initiative will contribute to the Departmental Result “Canadians have access to cutting-edge research to inform decisions on the management of natural resources” by implementing and validating a novel forest pest management approach supported by science knowledge and tools to address a forest pest issues that could have significant negative impacts on Canadian forest values and resources.

This approach will be available to forest managers across Canada for application to any impeding outbreaks of SBW in order to mitigate risks to forest resources or other related values.

The Program is based on a 60:40 federal to provincial and industry cost-sharing requirement. There are no repayable contributions.
Expected results Expected results over the 2020–21 to 2022-23 period include:
  • Effective annual treatment of Atlantic Canada’s forest at risk of a spruce budworm outbreak
Performance indicator: Percentage of forest areas eligible for treatment where spruce budworm population remain below outbreak threshold
  • Access to scientific knowledge, surveillance solutions, and response solutions pertaining to spruce budworm outbreaks and the Early Intervention Strategy
Performance indicator: Number of advisory committees and boards involving the sharing of knowledge and information on forest pests and related risks to governments, industry, and non-governmental organizations
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2021-22
General targeted recipient groups
  • Forest Protection Limited
  • Universities
  • Not-for-profit research institutions
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Applicants and recipients will be engaged through the Healthy Forest Partnership, a research consortium that includes NRCan, all four Atlantic Provinces, industry, and academia that formed for Phase 1 of the early intervention strategy initiative.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $8,327,163 $23,000,000 0 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $8,327,163 $23,000,000 0 0
Contributions in support of the Emissions Reduction Fund (voted)
Start date Aug 14, 2020
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2027
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2020-2021
Link to departmental result(s) Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to department’s Program Inventory Lower Carbon Transportation
Energy Innovation and Clean Technology
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program
  • The $750 million Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) aims to help Canada achieve its goal to protect the environment while growing the economy as we recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. It supports Canadian oil and gas companies in their transition to a low-carbon economy, allowing them to be more globally competitive for years to come.
  • The ERF provides funding, primarily in the form of repayable contributions, to eligible Canadian onshore (up to $675M) and offshore ($75M) oil and gas companies and Canadian innovators to invest in green solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and retain jobs in the sector. All funding will be allocated by March 31, 2022.
Expected results Onshore Investments and Deployment

Conventional onshore oil and gas companies:
  • Show interest / uptake;
  • Complete projects that reduce GHG emissions; and,
  • Remain financially viable and fulfill repayment obligations.
Immediate (0-2 years)
  • Percentage of eligible companies that apply to the program in the first three months.
Intermediate (3-5 years)
  • GHG emissions reduced from ERF-funded projects in megatonnes (Mt CO2e).
Offshore research, development and demonstration (RD&D)
  • Increased collaboration between academia, industry and the public sector for the research, development and demonstration of energy technologies, as measured by the average number of partners signed per sub-project by ultimate recipients.
  • Offshore oil and gas RD&D projects will result in the development of research for energy innovation, increased efficiency, and/or improved environmental performance (by 2025).
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation To be determined. Further evaluation work will be considered during the annual multi-year planning exercise, in accordance with program development and the Treasury Board Policy on Results.
General targeted recipient groups Onshore program
All Canadian upstream conventional, tight and shale oil and/or gas companies as well as midstream gathering and processing infrastructure companies with projects to lower or eliminate routine intentional venting of methane rich natural gas can apply.

Offshore Deployment Program
Companies or organizations that operate in, or directly support, upstream oil and gas companies in the offshore area adjacent to Newfoundland and Labrador. This includes third-party entities that provide support and services including, but not limited to engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and assessment.

Offshore RD&D program
Eligible ultimate recipients include:
  • Legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada including: For profit and not-for-profit organizations, companies, industry associations, research associations, and standards organizations; Indigenous organizations and groups; community groups; and Canadian academic institutions; and,
  • Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies where applicable.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients NRCan conducted outreach activities with stakeholders (provincial, oil and gas companies, energy-related associations and environmental NGOs) following the Government of Canada’s announcement regarding the ERF. These activities took the form of broad discussions through teleconference calls and email exchanges with stakeholders about the opportunities offered by the ERF, and to help confirm program design features, including technical requirements.

Additional outreach included email blasts to potential applicants, posts on social media (Twitter and LinkedIn) and posts on the Clean Growth Collaboration Community group around the ministerial announcement, launch of Intake period 1 (Oct. 29, 2020) and other program updates/announcements.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $30,884,472 $559,855,905 0 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $30,884,472 $559,855,905 0 0
Contributions in support of Investments in the Forest Industry Transformation Program (voted)
Start date June 17, 2010
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2023
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2020-21
Link to departmental result(s) Enhanced Competitiveness of Canada’s natural resources sector
Link to department’s Program Inventory Forest Sector Competitiveness
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT) Program supports transformations that will make the forest industry more economically viable and environmentally sustainable. The objective will be achieved by investing in innovative technologies that lead to a more diverse, higher-value product mix including bioenergy and renewable power, as well as biomaterials, biochemical and next generation building products.

The Program will fund innovative projects that are using transformative technologies at the pilot and commercial scales that direct wood fibre and by-products from wood processing into higher value usages which:
  • Increase the total revenues available from a log;
  • Diversify product lines for the forest industry, stabilizing economic performance; and,
  • Produce renewable energy and other products that are beneficial to the environment.
By providing funding to Canadian forest firms for capital investments in bioenergy and bio-product industrial processes to advance these technologies towards full, commercial-scale implementation, this Program will broaden and build upon previous investments in forest sector transformation.

This transfer payment program does not have any repayable contributions.
Expected results The Investments in Forest Industry Transformation program supports forest industry transformation that will make the forest industry more commercially and environmentally sustainable by investing in innovative technologies that lead to a more diversified product mix that includes high-value bioproducts including bioenergy, biomaterials, biochemicals, and next generation building products.

Expected program outcomes include:
  • Canada’s forest sector is more commercially and environmentally sustainable;
  • new forest bio-products (including next generation building products) and processes are commercially available;
  • Canada’s forest sector has increased capacity to develop and supply commercial bio-products (including next generation building products) and processes;
  • forest sector companies collaborate on bioproduct-related projects and processes with other sectors (i.e. energy, chemical, etc);
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation 2019-20
Decision following the results of last evaluation Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2023-24
General targeted recipient groups Companies that:
  • Produce forest products; and,
  • Have or will have existing forest product manufacturing facilities (for example, pulp, paper or panel mills) located in Canada.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Program applicants are supported through the establishment of a dedicated program website, which includes access to program guides, eligibility requirements, and project announcements, as well as program administration contact details (NRCan.ifit-ifit.RNCan@canada.ca). Calls for proposals were widely advertised through public press releases, e-mail distribution lists, and liaisons with a wide range of associations, government departments, and other stakeholders. Selected program recipients are further engaged through regular communication with program administrators to monitor progress on the achievement of program objectives.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $36,100,000 $39,300,000 $36,389,123 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $36,100,000 $39,300,000 $36,389,123 0
Contributions in support of the Forest Innovation Program (voted)
Start date April 1, 2020
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2023
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2020/21
Link to departmental result(s) Enhanced competitiveness of Canada’s natural resource sectors
Link to department’s Program Inventory Forest Sector Competitiveness
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The purpose of the FIP is to enable transformation in the Canadian forest industry. More specifically, the FIP will help drive forest sector transformation, sparking enterprises in their move beyond a dependence on commodity products toward value-added, high-value and specialty products – sustainably extracting the maximum value from the fibre resource. To achieve this, the FIP will facilitate and promote a value-chain approach that addresses innovation from the seed to the end markets and products in which the right fibre is matched to the right product.

This transfer payment program does not have any repayable contributions.
Expected results The research and development that FIP will support is targeted toward the advancement of new technologies and higher-value products, and the development of codes and standards to allow for greater market access for these products. These efforts will contribute to clean economic growth and middle class jobs in northern and rural communities.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation 2019-20
Decision following the results of last evaluation Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2023-24
General targeted recipient groups The primary recipient of contributions is FPInnovations, a not-for-profit national forest research institute. Other recipients are universities, colleges, and other academic institutions, and other not-for-profit institutions, such as research associations and standard organizations.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Officials meet with the principal named recipient, FPInnovations, on a regular basis. Selected program recipients are further engaged through regular communication with program administrators to monitor progress on the achievement of program objectives, including the collection of diversity and inclusion information. For the CWFC funding component, a public “Open Call” for proposal was launched in June 2020 and communicated on the NRCan website.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $24,813,000 $24,813,000 $21,450,000 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $24,813,000 $24,813,000 $21,450,000 0
Contributions in support of Mountain Pine Beetle Management in Alberta (voted)
Start date September 17, 2020
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2023
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2020-21
Link to departmental result(s) Canadians have access to cutting-edge research to inform decisions on the management of natural resources
Link to department’s Program Inventory Pest Risk Management
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The Contribution Program is designed to support the Government of Alberta in the management
of mountain pine beetle (MPB) in order to protect forest resources and communities from the negative socio-economic and environmental impacts of the current MPB infestation in Alberta.

The contribution agreement will be directed towards two activity streams: A) MPB management
operations, and B) MPB research that support the efforts of the Government of Alberta to mitigate
risks and impacts of the MPB infestation.

The objectives of the Program are to:
  • Limit the spread of MPB and mitigate negative consequences of the beetle in Alberta; and
  • Generate knowledge and innovative management techniques through research on MPB.
This program provides non-repayable contributions.
Expected results Expected results during the 2021-22 to 2022-23 period include:
  • Effective control of MPB populations in Alberta’s forests
Performance indicator: An increased percentage of surveyed sites with decreasing or static MPB populations
  • Protection of Alberta’s pine forests at risk from MPB infestation
Performance indicator: Percentage change in the number of infested trees detected in Alberta.
  • Forest sector has access to enhanced scientific knowledge pertaining to MPB infestations and related risks
Performance indicator: Number of publications on MPB and related risks
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation To be determined. Further evaluation work will be considered during the annual multi-year planning exercise, in accordance with program development and the TB Policy on Results.
General targeted recipient groups Initial and direct recipient:
  • Government of Alberta
Ultimate recipients:
  • Not-for-profit research organizations
  • Canadian academic institutions (e.g., universities)
  • Other provincial and territorial governments and their agencies
  • Indigenous governments, communities or organizations
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Not applicable. The Government of Alberta is the only initial and direct recipient of a multi-year contribution agreement established in 2020-21.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $22,000,000 $18,960,000 $19,040,000 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $22,000,000 $18,960,000 $19,040,000 0
Contributions in support of Indigenous Natural Resources Partnerships (voted)
Start date June 20, 2019
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2022
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2019-20
Link to departmental result(s) Canadians are engaged in the future of the new and inclusive resource economy
Link to department’s Program Inventory Natural Resource Canada’s Indigenous Partnerships Office – West
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The objective of this program is to deliver $12 million over two years to support Indigenous participation in energy infrastructure projects in British Columbia and Alberta.

This Transfer Payment Program does not include any repayable contributions.
Expected results It is anticipated that the program will support approximately 30 Indigenous-led projects that:
  • Enhance the capacity of Indigenous communities to capitalize on business opportunities
  • Facilitate access of Indigenous communities and/or organizations to information, tools and/or resources that support business, employment and training opportunities
  • Support community and regional engagement regarding economic participation in energy infrastructure projects
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation To be determined. Further evaluation work will be considered during the annual multi-year planning exercise, in accordance with program development and the TB Policy on Results.
General targeted recipient groups Eligible recipients include:
  • Indigenous communities or governments (including Indian Act bands, self-governing First Nations, Métis Community Organizations, modern treaty implementation organizations including economic development corporations constituted under a modern treaty, etc.)
  • Tribal Councils or entities that fulfill a similar function (e.g., general council)
  • Regional Indigenous organizations
  • Indigenous not-for-profit (50% or greater control by Indigenous peoples) and for-profit (50% or greater control by an Indigenous community / communities) corporations, businesses, joint ventures
  • Academic institutions and research associations working with an Indigenous partner organization
NOTE: INRP is not funding businesses controlled by individual entrepreneurs
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Review and approval of new applications will continue through 2021-22.

The program continues to engage and communicate with potential applicants through the INRP email, telephone calls (upon request), and throughout the project lifecycle as required

The design and delivery of the current program was shaped by engagement and requests from Indigenous groups in Alberta and British Columbia, as well as past evaluations. As the program considers its long-term renewal options, engagement with program recipients will be part of the design process.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $6,000,000 $6,000,000 0 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $6,000,000 $6,000,000 0 0
Contributions in support of Accommodation Measures for the Trans Mountain Expansion project (voted)
Start date July 31, 2019
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2024
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2019-20
Link to departmental result(s) Canadians are engaged in the future of the new and inclusive resource economy
Link to department’s Program Inventory The Resource Partnerships Sector
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The objective of this program is to support active and meaningful Indigenous involvement in issues related to the Trans Mountain Expansion project, including to address or mitigate potential project-related impacts and cumulative effects.

This Transfer Payment Program does not include any repayable contributions.
Expected results Expected results include:
  • building capacity in Indigenous communities and providing opportunity for co-development of initiatives;
  • supporting long-term relationship building and meaningful two-way dialogue between Indigenous groups and the Government of Canada;
  • addressing cumulative effects in the terrestrial environment; and,
  • addressing interest in terrestrial studies.
Results will be measured by:
  • the number of contribution agreements signed by eligible groups;
  • the percentage of funding disbursed versus offered;
  • the number of Indigenous groups who received funding that provided written/oral comments and/or participated in meetings with the Crown or its representatives; and,
  • the number of reports, position papers and/or discussion papers generated by Indigenous groups who were on the Crown consultation list for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2022-23
General targeted recipient groups Eligible recipients include:
  • Indigenous groups on the Crown consultation list for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients include:
  • Terrestrial Studies Initiative;
  • Terrestrial Cumulative Effects Initiative;
  • Participant funding for Phase IV engagement activities
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $12,870,000 $13,500,000 $6,000,000 $6,000,000
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $12,870,000 $13,500,000 $6,000,000 $6,000,000
Contributions in support of the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration Program (voted)
Start date April 14, 2016
End dateFootnote 1 Ongoing
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2020-21
Link to departmental result(s)
  • Natural resource sectors are innovative
  • Clean technologies and energy efficiencies enhance economic performance
  • Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to department’s Program Inventory Energy Innovation and Clean Technology
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration (EVID) Program supports the demonstration of next-generation and innovative electric vehicle (EV) charging as well as hydrogen (H2) refuelling infrastructure in Canada. Key outcomes from the program are expected to address potential technical and non-technical barriers for the deployment of charging and refuelling infrastructure for EVs. Outcomes for the EVID Program include:
  • Reduced cost and improved performance (e.g. speed), operational safety, and interoperability of charging stations in Canadian climatic conditions;
  • Improved performance, operational safety and reliability of H2 refuelling systems for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles in Canadian climatic conditions;
  • Increased knowledge of non-technical barriers and innovative approaches, leading to improved business cases.
Contribution payments made under this program are non-repayable.
Expected results This program will build on results achieved by previous NRCan programs which contributed significantly to the early demonstration of charging infrastructure in Canada to date. Expected results in 2020-21 include:
  • Project funding leveraged at an average of 1:1
Longer-term results include:
  • At least one replication per technology demonstrated by 2025
  • 5-8 demonstration projects, completed by 2022
The program is expected to result in real world demonstration projects of innovative zero emission vehicle (ZEV) infrastructure and/or solutions to technical challenges and other barriers for the uptake of ZEVs in numerous applications, including in the urban environment, for fleets, and for public transit.

Examples include: load management at multi-unit residential buildings and workplaces; curbside charging; charging infrastructure for autonomous vehicles; bi-directional charging with energy storage; fast-charging in a Northern community; standard development for electric bus overhead charging; and repurposing e-bus batteries for fast-charging.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2021-22
General targeted recipient groups Recipients include legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada, including electricity and gas utilities, companies, industry associations, research associations, standards organizations, Indigenous and community groups, Canadian academic institutions, and provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients The program conducted extensive engagement with industry, associations, provinces and territories, and research and policy groups to help inform the design and scope of calls for proposals including: bilateral engagement with provinces and territories to identify priorities; leveraging pan-Canadian stakeholder consultations to confirm barriers and technological challenges for EV infrastructure; and outreach at national and international stakeholder conferences and fora.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $15,250,000 $7,482,312 $5,092,709 $1,852,710
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $15,250,000 $7,482,312 $5,092,709 $1,852,710
Contributions in support of Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment (voted)
Start date April 21, 2016
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2024
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2019-20
Link to departmental result(s) Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to department’s Program Inventory Lower Carbon Transportation
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program Lower carbon transportation is both an essential component of longer-term decarbonisation of the economy as well as a short-term means for reducing emissions.

As outlined in the Pan Canadian Framework for Clean Growth and Climate Change, coordinated and targeted green infrastructure investments to support electrification and fuel switching in the light-and heavy-duty vehicle sectors are two pillars of the framework to lower emissions from the transportation sector. These investments are required to eliminate barriers that currently impede the adoption of clean transportation choices and to spur the wide-scale deployment of low-carbon vehicles, which will enable further greenhouse gas emission reductions across the transportation sector.

This investment will support:
  • The establishment of a coast-to-coast network of fast-chargers for electric vehicles (EV), natural gas refuelling stations along key freight corridors, and hydrogen refuelling in metropolitan areas, where vehicles are most likely to be deployed. These investments address consumer and commercial fleets’ concerns regarding the low availability of recharging/refuelling infrastructure investor concerns regarding the financial risk to investment. This will help to accelerate market deployment of electric and alternative fuel vehicles and fuels; and,
  • The development of binational codes and standards for low-carbon vehicles and refuelling infrastructure, meeting commitments made through the Regulatory Cooperation Council.
This program, along with investments made for the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP), aims to address barriers to uptake of low-carbon vehicles in Canada. While this program focuses on a coast-to-coast network of zero-emission vehicle recharging and refuelling stations, the ZEV Infrastructure program will help meet growing charging demand by increasing the availability of localized charging opportunities where Canadians live, work and play.

This initiative will use repayable contributions (with the Government of Canada providing up to 50% of total project costs) to decrease the risk of investing in EV and alternative fuel infrastructure. These projects will be monitored for ability to repay over 10 years, following project completion
Expected results The ultimate outcome is that Canada transitions to a lower carbon transportation system, which will be measured through a number of indicators, including the number of low-carbon recharging and refueling stations under development or completed.

The expected results by 2024 are the following:
  • One thousand EV-charging stations along the national highway system and other identified strategic locations. Through this initiative, the objective will be for Canadians to be able to travel across Canada and the United States by having access to charging stations at optimal distances (every 65 kilometres on both sides of these routes).
  • Fifteen hydrogen refuelling stations: in major metropolitan areas (e.g. Greater Toronto Area, Vancouver, and Montreal) which have been identified by vehicle manufacturers as the most likely for early deployment. This will ensure that the needed infrastructure is available as fuel cell EVs enter the market.
  • Twenty-two natural gas refuelling stations along major freight routes. The objective will be to establish natural gas refuelling stations along key east-west freight corridors covering more than 80 percent of truck freight movement in Canada, as well as strategic linkages to key North American transportation corridors, including:
    • Halifax-Quebec-Windsor, and into the United States via Detroit;
    • Toronto - Winnipeg into the United States. via Grand Forks; and,
    • Edmonton – Calgary – Lower Mainland British Columbia into the United States vis Seattle
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation 2019-20 (joint audit and evaluation)
Decision following the results of last evaluation Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation To be determined. Further evaluation work will be considered during the annual multi-year planning exercise, in accordance with program development and the TB Policy on Results.
General targeted recipient groups Eligible recipients include:
  • Individuals and legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada including: electricity or gas utilities, companies, industry associations, research associations, standards organizations, Indigenous and community groups, Canadian academic institutions, and provincial, territorial, regional or municipal governments or their departments or agencies, where applicable.
  • International legal entities validly incorporated or registered abroad including: companies, industry associations, research associations, standards organizations, and academic institutions.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients The project selection criteria for this initiative is informed by ongoing consultations with provinces and territories, experience gained through the delivery of earlier years of the program, and the results of the joint audit and evaluation.

All provincial/territorial (P/T) governments are engaged bilaterally, to better understand their own programming plans. PT governments are also consulted on each projected selected for funding in their jurisdiction.

Requests for proposals are posted online, and directly shared with over 100 stakeholders, including past program recipients. Subsequent RFPs are planned on a yearly basis.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $15,570,000 $23,970,000 0 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $15,570,000 $23,970,000 0 0
Payments to the Newfoundland Offshore Petroleum Resource Revenue Fund (statutory)
Start date 1987
End dateFootnote 1 Ongoing
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Statutory Authority: Payments to the Newfoundland Offshore Petroleum Resource Revenue Fund
Fiscal year for terms and conditions Not applicable
Link to departmental result(s) Access to new and priority markets for Canada’s natural resources is enhanced
Link to department’s Program Inventory Statutory Offshore Payments
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The Minister of Natural Resources is responsible under section 214 of the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Atlantic Accord Implementation Act to make payments to the province of Newfoundland and Labrador equivalent to the revenue amounts received by Canada in relation to offshore oil and gas activities in the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador offshore. The federal Newfoundland Offshore Petroleum Resource Revenue Fund Regulations prescribe the time and manner for making the transfer payments. The funds are drawn from the Consolidated Revenue Fund.

This transfer payment program does not have any repayable contributions.
Expected results

NRCan expects that 100% of the payments to Newfoundland and Labrador will be processed on time and in accordance with the applicable regulations.

The amount of money transferred to Newfoundland and Labrador is subject to change based on factors such as offshore oil production levels, crude oil prices, currency exchange rates, and the timing of oil sales.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable – statutory payments are exempt from evaluation
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation Not applicable
General targeted recipient groups Other levels of government
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients NRCan consults with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador when preparing its annual forecast of offshore revenues and transfers.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $185,911,197 $199,334,997 $332,827,632 $815,167,382
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $185,911,197 $199,334,997 $332,827,632 $815,167,382
Contributions to the Canada/Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board (statutory)
Start date 1985-86
End dateFootnote 1 Ongoing
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Statutory authority: Contribution to the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board
Fiscal year for terms and conditions Not applicable
Link to departmental result(s) Access to new and priority markets for Canada’s natural resources is enhanced
Link to department’s Program Inventory Statutory Offshore Payments
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program NRCan pays 50% of the operating costs of the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board. The province pays the other 50%. This is done pursuant to section 27 of the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Atlantic Accord Implementation Act. The funds are drawn from the Consolidated Revenue Fund. Cost recovery regulations put in place in 2016 allow the Board to cost recover up to 100% of eligible costs from industry, which are remitted to the government of Canada and the province of Newfoundland and Labrador on a 50-50 basis.

This transfer payment program does not have any repayable contributions.
Expected results NRCan’s share of the Offshore Board operating budgets is made in four quarterly payments throughout the course of each fiscal year.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable – statutory payments are exempt from evaluation.
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation Not applicable
General targeted recipient groups Joint federal-provincial board (independent regulator)
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients In respect of each fiscal year and pursuant to the Accord Acts, the Board is required to submit a budget request to Governments for approval by the Minister of NRCan and his provincial counterpart. NRCan officials engage with the Board to understand the budgetary request and also consults with the province.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $11,677,000 $11,677,000 $11,677,000 $11,677,000
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $11,677,000 $11,677,000 $11,677,000 $11,677,000
Contributions in support of Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (voted)
Start date

April 8, 2019

End dateFootnote 1

March 31, 2024

Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2019-20

Link to departmental result(s)

Canada’s natural resources are sustainable

Link to department’s Program Inventory

Lower Carbon Transportation

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program In support of Canada’s ambitious target of 100% new vehicle sales being ZEV by 2040, this program addresses key barriers (e.g. access to chargers and range anxiety) by supporting the deployment of the necessary infrastructure. These investments were made to support Canada’s zero emission vehicle sales targets of 10% by 2025, 30% by 2030 and 100% new passenger vehicle sales by 2040.

Building upon federal investments in made through the Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment initiative, The Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program’s main focus is to target market segments not previously addressed through federal investments giving Canadians access to EV charging infrastructure where they live, work and play.

The ZEV Infrastructure Program supports the deployment of new zero-emission vehicle recharging (e.g. Level 2) and refuelling stations in public places, on-street, multi-unit residential buildings, workplace, as well as strategic infrastructure projects for mass transit, urban delivery, and fleet applications.

The initiative uses repayable contributions (with the Government of Canada providing up to 50% of total project costs) to decrease the risk of investing in EV and alternative fuel infrastructure. These projects will be monitored for ability to repay over 10 years, following project completion.

Expected results The program will deploy new zero-emission vehicle infrastructure in public places, on-street, at apartment buildings, retail outlets, and the workplace, as well as strategic projects for mass transit, urban delivery, and fleet applications.

The program has notional targets of 20,000 chargers, installed in target locations by March 31, 2024. However, the actual number, type and location of charger supported depends on the proposals received and the strength of business cases.

Key performance measures include:
  • Program partners, participants or survey respondents demonstrating or reporting increased capacity to supply or use lower carbon transportation options as a result of program outputs (Indicator - proportion of applicants for funding that fulfilled the mandatory criteria)
  • Program partners, participants or survey respondents reporting or demonstrating actions taken to supply or use lower carbon transportation options (Indicator - number of recharging and refueling stations planned, under development and completed by recharging/ refueling stations project proponents along key coast-to-coast transportation corridors, by fuel type); and
  • Increased supply and demand for lower carbon transportation options in Canada as reported by program partners, participants, survey respondents, or as measured through economic studies or reports (Indicator - amount of electricity, natural gas and hydrogen dispensed through the supported recharging/refueling infrastructure stations).
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2022-23  
General targeted recipient groups
  • Individuals and legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada including: electricity or gas utilities, companies, industry associations, Indigenous and community groups, Canadian academic institutions, and provincial, territorial, regional or municipal governments or their departments or agencies, where applicable.
  • International legal entities validly incorporated or registered abroad including: companies, industry associations, and academic institutions.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients The project selection criteria for this initiative is informed by ongoing consultations with provinces and territories, as well as experience gained through the delivery of other EV and alternative fuel infrastructure programming.

All provincial/territorial (P/T) governments are engaged bilaterally to better understand their own programming plans. PT governments are also consulted on each project selected for funding in their jurisdiction.

The Program also works closely with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to engage municipal governments.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $19,220,000 $34,100,000 $34,100,000 $34,000,000
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $19,220,000 $34,100,000 $34,100,000 $34,000,000
Contributions in support of Climate Change Adaptation (voted)
Start date April 1, 2008
End dateFootnote 1 March 31, 2023
Type of transfer payment Contribution
Type of appropriation Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions 2017-18
Link to departmental result(s) Communities and industries are adapting to climate change
Link to department’s Program Inventory Climate Change Adaptation
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program The objective of the program is to position regions and sectors to undertake measures that will enable them to adapt to a changing climate. This program does not have repayable contributions
Expected results Targeted stakeholders (e.g., communities, natural resource industries) have increased access to information, expertise and tools. Adaptation measures have been identified by targeted stakeholders.

Key performance measures will include but are not limited to:
  • Number of targeted stakeholders reporting they have access to information through NRCan programs;Footnote 4 and,
  • Number of communities who report implementation of adaptation measures.Footnote 5
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation 2015-16
Decision following the results of last evaluation Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation 2019-20  (evaluation work delayed due to covid-19 pandemic)
General targeted recipient groups
  • Canadian academic institutions; non-governmental organizations; industry, research, and professional associations; companies; Indigenous communities or governments; community, regional and national Indigenous organizations; and provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies.
  • International not-for-profit legal entities, including academic institutions; industry, research, and professional associations; and non-governmental organizations.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients The Adaptation Platform creates an enabling environment for adaptation, where decision-makers in regions and industry are equipped with the tools and information they need to adapt to a changing climate. The Platform supports collaboration with the distribution of newsletters, hosting of webinars and outreach to the public.
Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants 0 0 0 0
Total contributions $2,511,610 $5,103,390 0 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $2,511,610 $5,103,390 0 0
Grants in support of Home Retrofits (voted)
Start date December 1, 2020  
End dateFootnote 1 2025-26
Type of transfer payment Grants
Type of appropriation TBD
Fiscal year for terms and conditions TBD
Link to departmental result(s) Clean technologies and energy efficiencies enhance economic performance
Link to department’s Program Inventory Energy Efficiency Program
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program Helping Canadians make their homes more energy efficient in order to support Canadian environmental objectives while making homes more comfortable and more affordable to maintain, as well as creating good, middle-class jobs in their communities. The program will help homeowners improve their home energy efficiency by providing up to 700,000 grants of up to $5,000 to help homeowners make energy-efficient improvements to their homes, up to one million free EnerGuide energy assessments, and support to recruit and train EnerGuide energy auditors to meet increased demand.
Expected results Improved energy efficiency and reduced GHG emissions
Supporting economic recovery through cost savings to Canadians and job creation
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation Not applicable, new program
Decision following the results of last evaluation Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation To be determined. Further evaluation work will be considered during the annual multi-year planning exercise, in accordance with program development and the TB Policy on Results.
General targeted recipient groups
  • Not-for-profit organizations and charities
  • Academia and public institutions
  • Indigenous recipients
  • Individual or sole proprietorships
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients The Department will launch an engagement strategy to consult with stakeholders of the Home Retrofit program, including provincial and territorial governments, national Indigenous organizations, industry associations, and stakeholders representing diverse groups of Canadians to ensure that stakeholders are supportive of the program design and its complementarity with existing provincial programming.

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Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2020–21
forecast spending
2021-22
planned spending
2022-23
planned spending
2023-24
planned spending
Total grants $24,454,143 $210,000,000 0 0
Total contributions 0 0 0 0
Total other types of transfer payments 0 0 0 0
Total program $24,454,143 $210,000,000 0 0

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