Details on Transfer Payment Programs with total planned spending of $5M or more

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Contributions in support of Building and Mobilizing Foundational Wildland Fire Knowledge (voted)
Start date	September 21, 2023
End date*	March 31, 2028
Type of transfer payment	Contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2023-24
Link to departmental result(s)	Communities and officials have the tools to safeguard Canadians from natural hazards and explosives
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Wildfire Risk Management
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	As part of the Wildfire Resilient Futures Initiative, the purpose and objective of the program is to leverage wildfire science and technology capabilities in Canada to pursue ambitious research goals and engage in comprehensive, in-depth investigations to reduce the impacts of wildfires on Canadians. This program accelerates the development and adoption of risk assessment and mitigation approaches and innovative, adaptive forestry practices to reduce risk to communities and support a sustainable and resilient forest sector. There are no repayable contributions under these programs.
Expected results	The expected results are: The knowledge foundation for wildland fire risk reduction is expanded. Highly Qualified Personnel (HQPs) are trained, including Indigenous fire practitioners. Science and knowledge of wildfire risk assessment, mitigation and adaptive forestry practices in the Canadian context are advanced. These results will be measured through the following performance indicators: Knowledge production measured by the quantity of academic output stemming from funded projects including project reports, published articles, research reports, theses, handbooks, risk maps, software, methodologies, and databases. Number of HQPs supported through the program (including master’s students, PhD students, Post Doctoral Fellows, etc.)
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	2024-25
General targeted recipient groups	Canadian Recipients: Not-for-profit organizations; Indigenous organizations, groups and communities; Canadian academic institutions; For profit organizations; and, Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	In 2024-25, NRCan will launch an open call for proposals.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$0	$8,500,000	$8,500,000	$13,500,000
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$0	$8,500,000	$8,500,000	$13,500,000

Grants and Contributions in support of Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities (voted)
Start date	April 1, 2018
End date*	March 31, 2027
Type of transfer payment	Grants and Contributions
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 the department’s Program Inventory	Electricity Resources Energy Innovation and Clean Technology Forest Sector Competitiveness
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The program will support the reduction of diesel and fossil fuels used for heat and power in Indigenous, rural, and remote communities by supporting communities in deploying and demonstrating renewable energy projects, encouraging energy efficiency and building skills and capacity. Grant and contribution payments made under this program are non-repayable.
Expected results	Expected results for this program include: 150 Capacity Building, Deployment, Demonstration and Bioheat projects funded by 2024. 90% of funded projects are Indigenous-led or Indigenous-partnered by 2027. 15,500 job years generated by funded projects by 2027. Over 52M litres of diesel displaced annually by funded projects by 2030. Over 156,000 tonnes of GHG emissions avoided annually resulting from funded projects by 2030 67.2 MW of new renewable energy generation and heating capacity and 100 GWh of power production from funded projects by 2030.
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	2024-25
General targeted recipient groups	Targeted recipient groups include: Rural and remote communities Indigenous communities and organizations regional and community development corporations, utilities provinces and territories
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	The program currently employs a continuous intake model. It maintains an active web portal for proposal intake and communication with potential applicants and other interested stakeholders. For current recipients, the Program utilizes a variety of communication mechanisms to engage on projects, program implementation and broader issues on deploying renewable energy projects in Indigenous, rural and remote communities. For example, the Program has facilitated a series of webinars to disseminate information and encourage connections between recipients to support capacity building. The Program has also led engagement sessions at a variety of regional and national conferences and through other online platforms. Through Wah-ila-toos, NRCan works with other federal departments to engage with PT governments, utilities, stakeholders and rights-holders on broader policy issues relating to the clean energy transition in Indigenous, rural and remote communities with the intention to develop a longer-term diesel reduction strategy.

*This date relates to the funding end date of the program. Policy authority ends seven years after March 31, 2027.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$7,934,000	$9,361,541	$7,750,000	$5,500,000
Total contributions	$51,094,476	$50,274,472	$37,878,841	$8,249,854
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$59,028,476	$59,636,013	$45,628,841	$13,749,854

Contributions in support of the Clean Fuels Fund and Codes and Standards Program (voted)
Start date	June 16, 2021
End date*	March 31, 2026
Type of transfer payment	Contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2021-22
Link to departmental result(s)	Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Lower Carbon Transportation
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	To meet our climate objectives, the Clean Fuels Fund provides the private sector with cost-shared, conditionally repayable contributions to support the build out of new or retrofit or expand existing, clean fuel production facilities in Canada. The Clean Fuels Fund has also established a dedicated funding stream for Indigenous-led clean fuel production projects. Non-repayable contributions are also available for feasibility studies, basic engineering studies and detailed front-end engineering studies for new facilities, facility expansions or facility conversions. To ensure clean fuel producers have access to a consistent supply of biomass feedstocks, conditionally repayable support is also available for the establishment of biomass supply chains to improve logistics for the collection, supply, and distribution of biomass materials (e.g., forest residues, municipal solid waste, and agriculture crop residues) as a feedstock in clean fuel production facilities. Non-repayable contributions are also available to address gaps and misalignment in codes, standards and regulations related to the production, distribution and end-use of clean fuels. This support ensures that, as new technologies evolve and enter the market, they can do so reliably, efficiently, and effectively while ensuring they are compatible across jurisdictions.
Expected results	The program is implementing contribution agreements for projects that will increase Canada’s clean-fuel production capacity, improve the availability of biomass feedstocks and support Indigenous-led clean-fuel projects. Though some applicants have withdrawn due to evolving economic conditions and changing company priorities, the program expects to have contribution agreements completed this year for approximately 75 projects. The program has supported the publication of 26 codes and standards covering the Clean Fuels value chain from production to end use. These codes comprised hydrogen, natural gas, electric vehicles, and bioenergy applications. In addition, 12 research projects to support future development of codes and standards have been initiated.
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	2024-25
General targeted recipient groups	For-profit organizations Utilities Not-for profit organizations Indigenous recipients International (non-government)
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	The Program took a comprehensive approach to engaging potential applicants. Before launch of the three program streams (production, Indigenous and biomass), information sessions were held to finalize elements of program design, and to signal that calls for proposals would be forthcoming. Information sessions were also held following the launch of each stream to address questions from the potential applicants. A comprehensive social media campaign was undertaken, to raise awareness at each stage of the process. Successful recipients were also engaged during the negotiation of the contribution agreements. Ongoing engagement of stakeholders from governments, industry associations, regulatory authorities and end-user of hydrogen has been achieved through the NRCan and Standards Council of Canada co-led working group. Over the past 2 years, 9 working group and 37 task force meetings have been held while a member consultation/gap analysis report was completed. A Canadian codes and standards roadmap is scheduled for publication in the 2023-24 fiscal year.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$308,722,594	$376,940,000	$299,589,657	$0
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$308,722,594	$376,940,000	$299,589,657	$0

Contributions in support of Climate Change Adaptation (voted)
Start date	April 1, 2008
End date*	March 31, 2027
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2023-24
Link to departmental result(s)	Communities and industries are adapting to climate change
Link to the 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	Expected results for 2024-25 include commencement of funded projects selected from the 2023 Call for Proposals. Projects support targeted stakeholders (e.g., communities, natural resource industries, professionals) to identify adaptation measures and to access information, expertise and tools that enable effective climate change adaptation actions. The intermediate and long term outcomes are: Targeted stakeholders (e.g. communities, natural resource industries) have access to information, expertise and tools to support adaptation Targeted stakeholders (e.g. communities, natural resource industries) have the capacity to apply available information, expertise and tools in their work Adaptation measures have been identified by targeted stakeholders Adaptation measures are implemented 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; Number of people with adaptation expertise Number of plans, reports and strategies by targeted stakeholders that include adaptation measures; Number of communities who report implementation of adaptation measures. Performance information related to immediate outcomes will also continue to be collected.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation	2022-23
Decision following the results of last evaluation	The evaluation found that the program has achieved meaningful progress and achievement, although there are few areas for improvement including the implementation of climate change adaptation measures, integrate Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility considerations, particularly focusing on the involvement of diverse Indigenous communities, review the performance measurement strategy, and ensure comprehensive monitoring of outputs and outcomes for key delivery mechanisms within the program.
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation	2027-28
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, a national network of decision-makers and researchers in regions and natural resource sectors, is convened twice annually to discuss key topics in climate change adaptation including how to identify and measure successful adaptation actions. Working Groups associated with both the Adaptation Platform and the program’s topic areas also provide regular engagement for program participants and other leaders nationally to advance work in Adaptation through shared experience, expertise, and knowledge mobilization.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$1,000,000	$12,000,000	$14,500,000	$15,000,000
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$1,000,000	$12,000,000	$14,500,000	$15,000,000

Grants and Contributions in support of Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (voted)
Start date	2023 - 2024
End date*	2029 - 2030
Type of transfer payment	Grants and Contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	Effective October 5, 2023
Link to departmental result(s)	Innovative and Sustainable Natural Resources Development Canada’s natural resources are sustainable Globally Competitive Natural Resources Sectors Access to new and priority markets for Canada’s natural resources is enhanced; Enhanced competitiveness of Canada’s natural resource sectors
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Provision of Federal Leadership in the Minerals and Metals Sector
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The purpose of the Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF) is to support the development of clean energy and transportation infrastructure that will enable the development and expansion of priority critical mineral projects in Canada. The primary program objectives of the CMIF are to: Address gaps in clean energy and transportation infrastructure that limit the production and expansion of critical mineral resources in Canada; Drive emission reductions in operations that produce critical minerals by increasing access to and integration of renewable and lower-emission energy sources (e.g., wind, solar, hydroelectrical, nuclear, geothermal, connection to an existing electrical grid); and, Advance reconciliation with Indigenous peoples by supporting Indigenous consultation, participation and benefits from infrastructure projects that enable critical minerals development The CMIF offers conditionally repayable and non-repayable contributions. Conditionally repayable contributions are offered where the recipient is a for-profit, non-Indigenous organization that applies with a project intended to allow profit generation. Other contributions would be non-repayable.
Expected results	Federal investments will allow infrastructure projects to progress to a later stage of development which will contribute to increased exploration and/or extraction of critical minerals. Stream/Activity 1 (Pre-construction and project development): Number and percentage of funded projects that are ready to proceed to construction after the completion of pre-construction and development activities (completed assessments, engineering, planning and design work, studies and/or reports) Stream/Activity 2 (Infrastructure Deployment): Number and percentage of funded shovel-ready projects that have completed the construction phase Number of critical mineral mining operations supported by funded shovel ready projects that have completed the construction and/or deployment phase Stream/Activity 2: New or increase in access to regions that will support critical minerals development: Number of lane-kilometres built Stream/Activity 2: Increase in employment opportunities arising from infrastructure projects: Number of job-years of employment generated by infrastructure projects Stream/Activity 2: Deployment of clean energy infrastructure that will reduce the carbon footprint of electricity used to power mining operations and/or increase the reliability of energy supply: Percentage reduction in project-site GHG emissions resulting from commissioned clean energy infrastructure projects funded Megawatts (MW) of energy generated from funded clean energy projects Indigenous Grants/Activity 3: Enhancement of ability for Indigenous Peoples to engage and participate in projects related to enabling infrastructure or critical minerals development: Number of grant agreements for Indigenous engagement, consultation, and capacity building activities
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 in the next Departmental Evaluation Plan in accordance with section 42.1 of the FAA and the TB Policy on Results.
General targeted recipient groups	Not-for-profit and for-profit private sector organizations legally incorporated or registered in Canada; Provincial, territorial, regional, and municipal governments and their departments and agencies where applicable; Indigenous organizations: Indigenous communities or governments. Tribal Councils or entities that fulfill a similar function (e.g., general council). National and regional Indigenous councils, and tribal organizations. Indigenous (majority-owned and/or controlled by Indigenous peoples) for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. Academic organizations, including colleges and universities.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Program officials will engage with stakeholders, Indigenous partners, potential applicants, and program recipients in various fora to enable and contribute to program design, delivery and evaluation. Examples of these efforts include: Announcing and publishing detailed information about the CMIF’s first call for proposals, including associated documentation (e.g., news releases, program information webpage, online applicant guide, etc.) Launching CMIF application portal for applicants to submit their applications and inquiries and to report on results; Hosting webinars to build awareness and clarify application requirements to potential applicants, stakeholders, and partners; Establishing a dedicated CMIF email inbox, where program officials can interact with potential applicants (e.g., answering inquiries, arranging meetings, etc.) and gather lessons learned from the program’s first call for proposals; Engaging with various stakeholder and partner organizations on an ad hoc basis; and Leveraging other engagement fora, such as but not limited to the Critical Minerals Centre of Excellence, the Regional Energy and Resource Tables, and the Canadian Minerals and Metals Plan.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$2,000,000	$2,000,000	$2,000,000
Total contributions	$41,639,484	$109,100,000	$139,370,000	$179,220,000
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$41,639,484	$111,100,000	$141,370,000	$181,220,000

Contributions in support of the Emerging Renewable Power Program (Voted)
Start date	April 1, 2018
End date*	March 31, 2026
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 the 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 generate a profit post-commissioning.
Expected results	The expected results for the 2024–25 period, performance measures and performance indicators for monitoring and reporting, as established under the approved terms and conditions: The DEEP geothermal project in Saskatchewan will have completed drilling all wells and have their facility constructed and ready for commissioning in the following year; Projects using at least three different technologies are supported by the program; Increase in electricity capacity, renewable technology supply chains and employment from emerging renewable power projects in Canada by 2026; 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.
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	2024-25
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.

*This date relates to the funding end date of the program. Policy authority ends seven years after March 31, 2026.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$7,245,294	$10,066,124	$4,008,180	$0
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$7,245,294	$10,066,124	$4,008,180	$0

Grants and Contributions in support of Energy Efficiency (Voted)
Start date	April 1, 2017
End date*	Ongoing
Type of transfer payment	Grants and Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2017-18 (Innovation and Clean Growth in the Natural Resource Sectors Terms and Conditions) 2022-23 (Terms and Conditions for Grants and Contributions in support of Energy Efficiency)
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 the 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. accelerate the development of cost-effective energy efficient technologies, design and construction Contribution payments made under this program are non-repayable.
Expected results	Outcomes of the program may include the following: Awareness and capacity to access and adopt energy efficient practices and tools; Increased availability and uptake of more-affordable, higher-efficiency consumer and commercial products; Improved affordability and accessibility of clean energy and energy efficient technologies; Improved energy performance in new and existing commercial, residential, and institutional/public buildings across Canada; Demonstrate new energy efficient building solutions that will help achieve Canada’s 2030 and 2050 climate change objectives; Accelerated adoption of energy management practices in the industrial sector; and, Reduced GHG emissions and increased energy savings for Canadians. Key performance measures may include but are not limited to: Energy savings; Implementation of energy saving opportunities; and Number of new energy efficient building technologies demonstrated
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation	2020-21
Decision following the results of last evaluation	Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation	2025-26
General targeted recipient groups	Eligible recipients under the terms and conditions for grants and contributions in support of energy efficiency include: For-profit organizations Not-for-profit organizations and charities Academia, research associations, standards organizations, utilities, and public institutions Indigenous recipients Different levels of Governments and their departments and agencies International (non-government) Individual or sole proprietorships
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Energy Efficiency Program Working closely with Indigenous organizations and communities, provinces and territories, industry, associations, and research groups, NRCan advances long-term energy efficiency efforts that drive Canada’s transformation to a low-carbon economy. Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients include: hosting roundtables, workshops and webinars; undertaking targeted outreach and engagement, including through web portals; undertaking knowledge and capacity-building activities (through recognition awards, case studies, newsletters, toolkits and guides, networking, and data sharing) in collaboration with Canadian Industrial Partnership for Energy Conservation (CIPEC); launching tools and technical advisory services to embed energy management practices in federal industrial investments. Energy Efficient Buildings Research Development and Demonstration Program The program has fully allocated the funds available to a total of 20 RD&D projects. Engagement with recipients will now focus on conducting site visits, as well as discussing their results and ensuring their broader dissemination, leading to the publication of case studies and lessons learned to inform key stakeholders on successful approaches to constructing and renovating buildings to higher energy efficiency performance. Greener Neighbourhoods Pilot Program (GNPP) The GNPP was designed using several guiding documents, presentations, and knowledge-sharing events in the past year from key stakeholder groups, which underscored the importance of federal leadership in this sector. The program is establishing Contribution Agreements with Market Development Teams (MDTs) that will convene and coordinate supply- and demand-side actors to identify opportunities for aggregated deep energy retrofit projects, find solutions to regional gaps and barriers, and drive market transformation in their regions. Prior to launching the program, NRCan engaged with key stakeholders to inform program design, including with Indigenous organizations. The GNPP will also increase the Local Energy Efficiency Partnership Team’s resources to engage specifically with builders, equipment manufacturers and community housing providers to identify better solutions to support aggregated deep energy retrofits of community housing.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$441,000	$391,000	$391,000	$391,000
Total contributions	$54,474,761	$147,926,989	$155,015,203	$155,719,100
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$54,915,761	$148,317,989	$155,406,203	$156,110,100

Grants and Contributions in support of the Energy Innovation Program (Voted)
Start date	April 14, 2016
End date*	Ongoing
Type of transfer payment	Grants and Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2023-24
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 the department’s Program Inventory	Energy Innovation and Clean Technology
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	Through targeted calls and other strategic collaboration and investment programming, the Energy Innovation Program (EIP) advances clean energy technologies that will help Canada meet its climate change targets while supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy. The EIP funds research, development and demonstration projects and other related scientific activities in order to support decarbonization of Canada’s most energy-intensive sectors: industry, transportation, and communities. In the near term, the EIP will help to de-risk and improve cost and performance of existing technologies to help to meet Canada’s 2030 climate goals, while accelerating the readiness of pre-commercial technologies and enable energy system transformations required for Canada to achieve its 2050 net-zero goals. Budget 2016 funded two years of the EIP at $52.9 million per year. Budget 2017 then renewed this funding and made it ongoing. Budget 2022 provided an additional $63 million per year starting in 2023-24 for a total of approx. $116 million core ongoing funding per year. Additionally, the EIP received targeted time-limited funding to advance key priority areas: Budget 2023 provided $47 million over 3 years for dedicated smart grid RD&D; and Budget 2021 provided $319 million for carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) RD&D. Contributions under this program are non-repayable since the activities and benefits from the contributions are pre-commercial.
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 2024-25 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: New knowledge, intellectual property, and influence on regulations, codes and standards Clean energy solutions advance towards commercial readiness 4.25 Mt direct GHG 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	2024-25
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	Under 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. Requests for project proposals are 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: Present at conferences, workshops and sector meetings; Engage stakeholders through online integrative platforms, which could include NRCan’s Clean Growth Collaboration Community, to share information and encourage potential applicants to connect with other partners; Leverage social media platforms, amplified by partners; Host stakeholder engagement webinars and calls with involvement from provinces and territories; and, Provide input and updates in the regularly circulated Clean Growth Hub Newsletter and the OERD-led Energy Innovation Newsletter.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$3,751,056	$3,779,000	$3,629,000	$3,629,000
Total contributions	$82,403,919	$97,000,000	$121,700,000	$91,250,000
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$86,154,975	$100,779,000	$125,329,000	$94,879,000

Contributions in support of the Forest Innovation Program (voted)
Start date	April 1, 2023
End date*	March 31, 2026
Type of transfer payment	Contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2023-24
Link to departmental result(s)	Enhanced competitiveness of Canada’s natural resource sectors
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Forest Sector Competitiveness
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Forest Innovation Program (FIP) supports early-stage innovation that accelerates the growth of Canada’s bioeconomy through investments in research, development and technology transfer activities in the forest sector. The Bioeconomy support through the forest innovation stream supports pre-commercial research and development, knowledge and technology transfer for innovative technologies and processes in the forest bioeconomy. The Canadian Wood Fibre Centre (CWFC) stream contributes to innovation and transformation in the forest sector, particularly as it relates to understanding and characterizing wood fibre attributes, enhanced forest inventory, and ensuring a sustainable supply of wood fibre in Canada. This transfer payment program does not have any repayable contributions.
Expected results	A Performance Information Profile, which will include the expected results of this program, is being revised and will be submitted to Treasury Board Secretariat by March 2024.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation	2019-20
Decision following the results of last evaluation	Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation	2024-25
General targeted recipient groups	Targeted recipient groups include not-for-profit organizations, academic institutions, Indigenous groups, research organizations, for profit enterprises and /or consortiums related to forest products, and other levels of government and municipal governments.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Under the Bioeconomy support through forest innovation stream, the primary recipient of contributions is FPInnovations, a not-for-profit national forest research institute. It also supports codes and standards to help develop early-stage bioeconomy products and grow markets. For the CWFC component, a public “Open Call” for proposal was launched in August 2023 and posted on the NRCan website, announced on the CWFC X/twitter account and through the large CWFC email distribution list. The “Call” was open for 31 business days. After thorough review by subject matter experts, 14 proposals were recommended for support. Diversity information and plans were requested from all proponents. In accordance with TBS direction in 2020, diversity information and diversity and inclusion plans are requested from all proponents.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$21,306,759	$21,750,000	$21,750,000	$0
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$21,306,759	$21,750,000	$21,750,000	$0

Grants and Contributions in support of the Global Partnerships Initiative (voted)
Start date	2023 - 2024
End date*	Global Partnership Initiative Sub-Activity 3.5 only: 2029 - 2030; All other Global Partnership Initiative Sub-Activities: 2026-27
Type of transfer payment	Grants and Contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	Terms and Conditions for Grants and Contributions for Critical Minerals Innovation and Global Partnerships, effective March 1, 2023 Terms and Conditions for Grants and Contributions in support of Geoscience (GPI Sub-Activity 2.3 only)
Link to departmental result(s)	Access to new and priority markets for Canada’s natural resources is enhanced; Canadians are engaged in the future of the new and inclusive resource economy; Enhanced competitiveness of Canada’s natural resource sectors
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Provision of Federal Leadership in the Metals and Minerals Sector Program Geoscience for Sustainable Development of Natural Resources Program Green Mining Innovation Program
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Global Partnership Initiative’s (GPI) objective is to support the overall goal of the Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy to increase the supply of responsibly sourced critical minerals and support the development of domestic and global value chains for the green and digital economy. GPI support seeks to: enhance and promote Canada’s international leadership in critical minerals, including: Research and development, including demonstrating Canadian technology abroad; Traceability activities; and Support for international organizations and commitments that promote responsible resource development, transparency and training/capacity building, including strengthening support to the World Bank Climate Smart Mining Initiative (WB-CSMI), the Energy Resources Governance Initiative (ERGI), the Intergovernmental Forum on Minerals, Metals, Mining, and Sustainable Development (IGF), and the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI).
Expected results	OUTCOME 1 - International activities promote dialogue and engagement with governments and critical minerals and metals sector stakeholders. Indicators: Number of International activities encompassing the critical minerals and metals sector; Maintain or increase the number of international activities related to the critical minerals and metals sector. OUTCOME 2 - Expanded knowledge base of green and transformative mining technologies and practices Indicators: Number of active partnership agreements; Number of workshops delivered; Maintain or increase in number of partnerships and workshops over historical average.
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 in the next Departmental Evaluation Plan in accordance with section 42.1 of the FAA and the TB Policy on Results.
General targeted recipient groups	Legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada; Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies where applicable; Indigenous communities or governments; Treaty organizations and other international legal entities validly incorporated or registered abroad; Other legal entities validly incorporated or registered abroad, for the purpose of demonstrating Canadian critical minerals technologies applied abroad;
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	National Research Council to launch a call for proposals to demonstrate Canadian technologies abroad. Once the initiative launches and recipients are selected, a Survey will be sent out for reporting results. NRCan has launched a call for proposals for the Traceability Pilot Grants in December 2023 and will follow up with recipients once selected with a Survey for reporting results. NRCan will work with Other Government Departments (including Global Affairs Canada) and will engage with international organizations and initiatives that have received or are in the process of receiving funding through the GPI to ensure that work is satisfactorily completed and supports priorities under the Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy (i.e., International Energy Agency (IEA), Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development (IGF), the World Bank Climate Smart Mining Initiative, and the Energy Resources Governance Initiative (ERGI)).

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$3,625,000	$1,575,000	$1,575,000	$1,575,000
Total contributions	$687,902	$3,185,000	$4,185,000	$4,185,000
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$4,312,902	$4,760,000	$5,760,000	$5,760,000

Contributions in support of the Green Construction through Wood Program (voted)
Start date	April 1, 2018
End date*	March 31, 2026
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2023-24
Link to departmental result(s)	Canadians are engaged in the future of the new and inclusive resource economy
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Forest Sector Competitiveness
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Green Construction through Wood (GCWood) Program is aimed at supporting the use of low carbon, non-traditional wood construction materials and building systems to de-risk and accelerate domestic market penetration and support Canada’s efforts to decarbonize the built environment. 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 buildings, bridges, and low-rise non-residential buildings; Replication of demonstrated innovative non-traditional wood-based buildings and timber bridges; Research that addresses the gap in technical information needed to facilitate revisions to the 2020 and 2025 National Building Code of Canada to allow tall wood buildings beyond the current 6 storey limit; and, Development and provision of training/education programs, life-cycle assessment and other tools for students, and design and construction professionals interested in building with wood and wood products. 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	A Performance Information Profile, which will include the expected results of this program, is being revised and will be submitted to Treasury Board Secretariat by March 2024
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation	2022-23
Decision following the results of last evaluation	Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation	To be determined in the next Departmental Evaluation Plan in accordance with section 42.1 of the FAA and the TB Policy on Results.
General targeted recipient groups	Eligible Recipients include: Legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada including: For profit and not-for-profit organizations such as companies, industry associations, research associations; Indigenous organizations and groups; and Canadian academic institutions. Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies, where applicable.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Program applicants are supported through the establishment of a dedicated program website (nrcan.gc.ca/gcwood), which includes access to program guides, eligibility requirements, project announcements, and program administration details. The program also has a dedicated in-box to respond to inquiries. The program is developing a quarterly newsletter to share program information and updates with its mailing list. The first quarterly newsletter will be issued December 2023.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$9,280,000	$9,280,000	$9,280,000	$0
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$9,280,000	$9,280,000	$9,280,000	$0

Grants and Contributions in support of the Green Freight Program (voted)
Start date	October 6, 2022
End date*	March 31, 2027
Type of transfer payment	Grants and Contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2022-23
Link to departmental result(s)	Canada’s Natural Resources are Sustainable
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Lower Carbon Transportation
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	Green Freight Program (GFP) objective is to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from on-road freight through fleet energy assessments, fleet retrofits, engine repowers, best-practice implementation and the purchase of low carbon vehicles.
Expected results	For 2024-2025, $36.3 million is expected to be delivered via grants and contributions to contribute to: Fleet assessments to help organizations who do not have the capacity to undertake this in-depth analysis of their operations, or the experience to make decisions on the best fit-retrofits for their fleet; Truck and trailer retrofits with energy efficient technologies or other GHG reducing practices; Fuel-switching, engine repowers and purchase of low carbon alternative fuel.
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	2027-28
General targeted recipient groups	Target recipient groups include: 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.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Key Stakeholder engagement Stakeholder consultation sessions to gather feedback on new iteration of GFP Inform third-party fleet assessors of changes to the program, gauge their capacity for intake, share new assessment reporting guidelines Engagement with utility stakeholders technology manufacturers and suppliers Federal, Provincial and Regional Associations and Organizations to provide an overview of the new details regarding assessments; Provincial and Municipal governments Leverage internal/GOC networks – ZEVIP, TC, NRC, ISED, BDC, EDC Launch national media awareness campaign with NRCan Communications Division, including social media messaging Host webinars to share an overview of the Program, application procedures and answer any questions Program also committed to an annual review of the program to ensure it is meeting industry needs.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$1,950,526	$36,306,000	$21,756,343	$0
Total contributions	$2,092,111	$6,719,376	$8,743,657	$7,781,715
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$4,042,637	$43,025,376	$30,500,000	$7,781,715

Grants and Contributions for Capacity Building for Growing Canada’s Forests - 2 Billion Trees Program (voted)
Start date	2021-22
End date*	2030-31
Type of transfer payment	Grants and Contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2021-22
Link to departmental result(s)	Communities and industries are adapting to climate change
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Forest Climate Change
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	2 Billion Trees (2BT) program operationalizes the federal commitment to plant two billion incremental trees by funding a range of recipients to plant trees across Canada, contributing to Canada’s GHG emission reduction target in 2030 and net zero emissions target in 2050. 2BT also has the objective of achieving co-benefits, such as restoring habitat for species at risk and other species of interest, increasing forest resilience to climate change, and job creation.
Expected results	OUTCOME 1 – Reduce GHG emissions in Canada by contributing to the federal commitment to plant 2 billion incremental trees by 2031 Indicators: Cumulative total number of incremental trees planted Cumulative total area planted with incremental trees Annual GHG emission reductions Projected long-term (2050) GHG emission reductions OUTCOME 2 – Achieve environmental co-benefits through tree planting Indicators: Cumulative total area planted that contributes to habitat restoration for species at risk and other species of interest Cumulative total area planted that contributes to increased forest resilience to climate change OUTCOME 3 – Achieve human wellbeing co-benefits through tree planting Indicators: Number of aggregate direct, indirect, and induced jobs created Percent of large (500+ FTEs) and medium (100-499 FTEs) organization funding recipients that have Diversity and Inclusion Plans Percent of under-represented groups in the tree planting and related activity workforce of large and medium organization funding recipients
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	2025-26
General targeted recipient groups	Eligible recipients are: Provincial and territorial governments and their agencies including public sector bodies established by or under provincial or territorial statute or by regulation; Municipal and local governments and their agencies, and regional municipal organizations; Not-for-profit organizations, such as charitable organizations, volunteer organizations, community, professional, industry and other associations, land conservation organizations, and non-government organizations; For-profit organizations; and, Indigenous governments, organizations (for profit and not-for profit) and communities.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Efforts to directly engage with program recipients and potential applicants -- to help understand their needs and interest in the program and communicate updates -- are ongoing. Proactive communication with the public and the media in multiple formats is also a key focus to effectively report on the program’s outcomes and progress. Ongoing engagement activities will be continued into 2024-25, and new initiatives will be implemented as needed. Planned activities include: Implementation of the online application system (2BT portal) for applicants to submit project proposals and reporting forms, and for program officials to manage projects and collect data; Continue to improve the 2BT website, with a focus on providing guidance to applicants to support the ongoing Call For Proposals (CFP), Indigenous Funding Stream, and Capacity Building Grants Stream, in both official languages; Provide annual program statistics, information, and progress on various program components via updates to the 2BT website and associated webpages; Distribute a 2BT newsletter to provide program updates and related announcements directly to interested stakeholders; Ongoing collaboration with NRCan Knowledge Mobilization to ensure program recipients and collaborators have the knowledge and tools they need, including National Webinar series. Provide regular webinars to share information and build awareness with potential applicants and stakeholders in support of the ongoing CFP and the Indigenous Funding Stream; Conduct in-person site visits to 2BT-funded projects; and Participate at events, meetings, and other forums to promote the 2BT program to interested stakeholders.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$2,000,000	$2,000,000	$2,000,000	$2,000,000
Total contributions	$112,200,000	$338,000,000	$353,000,000	$353,000,000
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$114,200,000	$340,000,000	$355,000,000	$355,000,000

Grants and Contributions in support of Home Retrofits (Voted)
Start date	December 1, 2020
End date*	March 31, 2027
Type of transfer payment	Grants and contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2022-23
Link to departmental result(s)	Clean technologies and energy efficiencies enhance economic performance
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Energy Efficiency
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	Helping Canadians make their homes more energy efficient reduces energy demand and supports 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 Canada Greener Homes Grant (CGHG) program provides grants of up to $5,000 to help homeowners undertake energy-efficient improvements to their homes supported by EnerGuide evaluations, which qualify for reimbursement of up to an additional $600. Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (OHPA) funding is available to low- to median-income households currently up to $10,000. The 2023 Fall Economic Statement enhanced OHPA to $15,000 in co-delivery jurisdictions with provinces and territories. This transfer payment program does not have any repayable contributions.
Expected results	Improved energy efficiency and reduced GHG emissions. Support economic recovery/growth through cost savings to Canadians and job creation.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation	Not applicable
Decision following the results of last evaluation	Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation	2025-26
General targeted recipient groups	Not-for-profit organizations and charities Academia and public institutions Indigenous recipients Government Individual or sole proprietorships
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Ongoing engagement with Indigenous partners on the Indigenous approach to program delivery to ensure that the program continues to meet community needs. Engagement with provincial and territorial (PT) co-delivery partners to ensure alignment with federal objectives in program delivery. Ongoing discussions, negotiation of contribution agreements with additional who choose to opt-in to the OHPA program. Additional calls for proposals for Energy Advisor recruitment, training and mentorship initiatives to be launched over the course of the delivery of the program to ensure demand for Energy Advisors is being met. Ongoing engagement and customer support through the Canada Greener Homes Initiative Web Portal, with direct follow up with homeowners for more complex or technical questions.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$445,827,281	$722,151,500	$709,249,850	$233,199,500
Total contributions	$97,249,892	$27,450,000	$26,450,000	$25,450,000
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$543,077,173	$749,601,500	$735,699,850	$258,649,500

Contribution in support of Investments in the Forest Industry Transformation Program (voted)
Start date	June 17, 2010
End date*	March 31, 2026
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2023-24
Link to departmental result(s)	Enhanced competitiveness of Canada’s natural resource sectors
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Forest Sector Competitiveness
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT) Program supports Canada’s forest sector in becoming more competitive, resilient and environmentally sustainable through targeted investments that accelerate the adoption of innovative technologies and products. IFIT offers non-repayable contributions towards capital projects, feasibility studies, and outreach activities undertaken by Canadian forest industry firms to implement first-in-kind and early adoption technologies, products, and processes. IFIT contributions help to de-risk innovation and enable the forest sector to adopt a more diverse product mix including bioenergy, biomaterials, biochemicals, and next generation building products. The Program funds innovative projects at the pilot and commercial scales that direct wood fibre and by-products from wood processing into higher value usages. By providing funding to Canadian forest firms to advance these technologies towards full, commercial-scale implementation, IFIT will broaden and build upon previous investments in forest sector transformation.
Expected results	A Performance Information Profile, which will include the expected results of this program, is being revised and will be submitted to Treasury Board Secretariat by March 2024
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation	2019-20
Decision following the results of last evaluation	Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation	2024-25
General targeted recipient groups	Companies that: Produce forest products in an existing manufacturing facility located in Canada; or, Will be new entrants in the Canadian forest sector for the purpose of the project.
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. Calls for proposals are widely advertised through public press releases, e-mail distribution lists, public webinars, social media and liaisons with a wide range of associations, government departments, and other stakeholders. Applicants must apply through a customer relations management tool developed by the department. Selected program recipients are further engaged through regular communication with program administrators to monitor progress on the achievement of program objectives.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$12,550,000	$44,665,000	$65,500,000	$0
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$12,550,000	$44,665,000	$65,500,000	$0

Contributions in support of the Resilient Communities Through FireSmart program (voted)
Start date	September 21, 2023
End date*	March 31, 2028
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2023-24
Link to departmental result(s)	Communities and industries are adapting to climate change
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Wildfire Risk Management
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	As part of the Wildfire Resilient Futures Initiative, the Resilient Communities through FireSmart (RCF) program provides contribution funding to support a whole-of-society approach to enhance wildfire prevention and mitigation efforts and expand the adoption of FireSmart™ Canada. There are no repayable contributions under these programs.
Expected results	The expected results of the RCF are that: Stakeholders are engaged in promotion of wildfire risk reduction. At risk communities identified by jurisdictions are aware of FireSmart programming. A FireSmart culture has been adopted nationally, particularly in at-risk communities. Safety and Security of Canadians is increased. These results will be measured through the following performance indicators: Number of provinces and territories that have established inclusive governance structures. Percentage of Canadians surveyed in at-risk communities that are aware of FireSmart™ Canada. Number of at-risk communities who report having developed a wildfire community prevention and mitigation plan and are considered “FireSmart Ready”. Number of at-risk communities that have developed a wildfire community prevention and mitigation plan who have adopted local level prevention and mitigation measures. Percentage of Canadians surveyed in at-risk communities that have taken risk-reduction actions.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation	Not applicable
Decision following the results of last evaluation	Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation	2024-25
General targeted recipient groups	Provincial and Territorial Governments Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre (CIFFC) Indigenous organizations, groups, and communities
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	In 2024-25, NRCan will continue to engage in bilateral discussions with provinces and territories (PTs) and the CIFFC to put in place contribution agreements. PTs and CIFFC will be engaged on an ongoing basis through various existing multi-stakeholder forums such as the: Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre Board of Directors, committees, and technical working groups Canadian Council of Forest Ministers (CCFM) Wildland Fire Management Working Group

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$2,981,250	$26,925,000	$40,258,333	$40,258,333
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$2,981,250	$26,925,000	$40,258,333	$40,258,333

Grants and Contributions in support of Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs) (Voted)
Start date	April 1, 2021
End date	March 31, 2036
Type of transfer payment	Grants and Contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2021-22
Link to departmental result(s)	Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Electricity Resources
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs) provides direct financial support to projects that support the transition towards electrification and work to achieve a net-zero electrical grid by 2035. The program supports the deployment of renewable energy projects capable of providing grid services and transformation of the Canadian electricity grid, decreasing Canada’s GHG emissions. The program is also decreasing barriers to participation for those under-represented in the energy sector through its Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) requirements. SREPs offers a Capacity Building Stream to support the equitable transition to a cleaner electrical grid, helping communities and organizations acquire the knowledge and tools needed to develop renewable energy and grid modernization projects. SREPs funding is conditionally repayable for recipients who are for-profit and where a project generates profits within the first five years of operation.
Expected results	SREPs has no targets or expected results before 2024-25. As of November 27, 2023, 53 deployment project contribution agreements have been signed for 2,217 Megawatts (MW) of renewable energy capacity. The total cost of these projects is $5.2 billion, to which SREPs has allocated funding of $911 M. In addition, forty-nine (49) capacity building project contribution agreements have been signed at a total project cost of $96.6 M, to which SREPs funding totals $76 M. Finally, under the Indigenous Engagement Grant stream, 9 grant agreements have been signed at a total project cost of $1.5M, to which SREPs grant funding totals $0.9 M. Furthermore, more than half of SREPs approved projects and funds are supporting projects with Indigenous ownership. To date, five (5) deployment projects have been commissioned and eight (8) capacity building projects have been completed.
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	2025-26
General targeted recipient groups	Legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada including for-profit and not-for-profit organizations, utilities, system operators and transmission owners, industry and research associations; Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies; and, Indigenous communities, governments, tribal councils, for-profit and not-for-profit organizations.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	During program design, departmental officials invited industry organizations, governments, academia, Indigenous organizations, and other potential proponents including private developers, electricity system operators, and utilities to information sessions on the program. Following program launch, the department contacted these groups to notify them, and contacted provincial government representatives, both at the working and management level to solicit general feedback. When new requests for proposals or program intake windows are launched, the program hosts webinars explaining the nature of the request and application. Proponents and interested parties are encourage to contact program staff for further information. Program advisors regularly meet with provincial/territorial representatives in targeted provinces to ensure linkages between federal and provincial support for SREPs projects.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$256,200	$700,000	$500,000	$500,000
Total contributions	$433,187,031	$401,152,171	$113,244,171	$112,873,180
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$433,443,231	$401,852,171	$113,744,171	$113,373,180

Contributions in support of Strategic Interties Predevelopment projects (Voted)
Start date	April 1, 2021
End date*	March 31, 2025
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2022-23
Link to departmental result(s)	Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Electricity Resources
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Strategic Interties Predevelopment Program (SIPP) is intended to advance interprovincial electricity transmission infrastructure projects including the Atlantic Loop and the Prairie link. Funding is provided to help proponents complete project predevelopment work including for example: engineering assessments, community engagement, and environmental and regulatory studies. Contributions made under SIPP are non-repayable.
Expected results	SIPP will look to continue to allocate funding via contribution agreements to fund engineering assessments, community engagement, and environmental and regulatory studies. Beyond the completion of select studies and related knowledge creation for utilities, SIPP has no targets or expected results before 2024-25, given the long-term nature of its program objectives (i.e., physical construction of strategic interties). The ultimate program indicator targets two strategic intertie investment projects seeking regulatory approval with funding or financing support from the federal government, including from the Canada infrastructure Bank.
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	2025-26
General targeted recipient groups	Provincial Utilities of majority Canadian ownership
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	After receiving an application, NRCan will remain in contact with and engage the applicant as appropriate to guide them through the application process. NRCan will not be conducting additional engagement related to SIPP beyond that considered standard for a program of this scope.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$9,600,000	$5,000,000	$0	$0
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$9,600,000	$5,000,000	$0	$0

Contributions in support of the Technology and Innovation Initiative (voted)
Start date	2022 - 23
End date*	2026 - 27
Type of transfer payment	Contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	Terms and Conditions for Grants and Contributions for Critical Minerals Innovation and Global Partnerships, Effective March 1, 2023
Link to departmental result(s)	Natural resource sectors are innovative.
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Green Mining Innovation
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The purpose of the Strategic Commercialization Fund is to complement existing and new proposed programming, by addressing funding gaps faced by critical mineral stakeholders. The main objective is to provide support to industry to commercialize technologies (TRLs 6-8), including: pilot scale demonstrations; industry scale, proof of concept, demonstrations; and integrating downstream stakeholders with midstream R&D projects. This Transfer Payment Program does not include any repayable contributions.
Expected results	The overarching outcome of efforts to drive innovation and commercialization in critical mineral value chains, is to establish Canada as an innovative leader in Research Development, and Deployment (RD&D) and advance the commercialization of competitive and environmentally responsible critical mineral development technologies and processes. Technical reports related to energy efficiency, enhanced productivity and waste management are developed Percentage of projects that produce technical reports Reduced technological risk of adoption of green mining and transformative technologies Percentage of projects and/or technologies that go towards being ready for commercial use.
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 in the next Departmental Evaluation Plan in accordance with section 42.1 of the FAA and the TB Policy on Results.
General targeted recipient groups	Legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada; Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies where applicable; Indigenous communities or governments; Treaty organizations and other international legal entities validly incorporated or registered abroad; Other legal entities validly incorporated or registered abroad, for the purpose of demonstrating Canadian critical minerals technologies applied abroad.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Efforts to directly engage with program recipients and potential applicants are ongoing, to help understand their needs and interest in the program, as well as communicate updates and to obtain their feedback on program design and delivery. Proactive communication with the public and the media in multiple formats is also a key focus to effectively report on the program’s outcomes and progress. Ongoing engagement activities from 2023-24 will be continued into 2024-25, and new initiatives and/or modifications will be implemented as needed in the future iterations of the program. Additionally, recipients have a responsibility to complete a Final Project Report which allows the program to report on the results of the individual projects in relation to program objectives.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$0	$9,000,000	$18,000,000	$13,000,000
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$0	$9,000,000	$18,000,000	$13,000,000

Grants and Contributions in support of Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (Voted)
Start date	April 8, 2019
End date*	March 31, 2027
Type of transfer payment	Grants and Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2022-23
Link to departmental result(s)	Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Lower Carbon Transportation
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	In support of Canada’s commitment for greater electrification of transportation, the program’s main focus is to continue to support the deployment of charging infrastructure where Canadians live, work and play (e.g., including but not limited to public places, on-street, at workplaces, and in multi-unit residential buildings), including a focus on underserved areas. The program pays up to 50% of total project costs incurred during the Eligible Expenditure Period, up to predetermined maximum amounts per type of electric vehicle (EV) chargers. The maximum funding for Indigenous businesses and communities is up to 75% of total project costs incurred during the Eligible Expenditure Period up to predetermined maximum amounts per type of EV chargers. The Program has conditionally repayable contribution agreements that are both repayable and non-repayable, depending on the project type, size, and proponent.
Expected results	The program deploys new zero-emission vehicle charging infrastructure in public places, on-street, at workplaces, and in multi-unit residential buildings. Together with support from the Canada Infrastructure Bank initiative, the program will add 83, 500 chargers to Canada’s network by March 31, 2029. Key performance measures include: A high funding leverage of non-NRCan funding investments with a target ratio of at least $2 of non-federal funding for every $1 from federal funding. Increased availability of zero emissions vehicle charging through deployment of 83,500 EV chargers along with the Canadian Infrastructure Bank. Increased number of zero emission vehicles on the road (as indicated by the percentage of vehicles sold that are zero-emission).
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	2024-25
General targeted recipient groups	Legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada, or abroad, including electricity or gas utilities, companies, industry associations, research associations, standards associations, Indigenous businesses and community groups, academic institutions, and provincial, territorial, regional or municipal governments or their departments or agencies, where applicable.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	The project selection criteria for this initiative are informed by ongoing consultations with provinces and territories, subject matter experts and other stakeholders, audit and analysis, as well as experience gained through the delivery of other EV and alternative fuel infrastructure programming. All provincial/territorial governments are engaged bilaterally to better understand their own programming plans.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$5,000,000	$5,000,000	$5,000,000
Total contributions	$146,592,644	$76,813,515	$76,743,515	$76,813,515
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$146,592,644	$81,813,515	$81,743,515	$81,813,515

Payments to the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board (Statutory)
Start date	1985-86
End date*	Ongoing
Type of transfer payment	Contributions
Type of appropriation	Statutory: Contribution to the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board (Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Atlantic Accord Implementation Act)
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 the 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.
Expected results	NRCan’s share of the Offshore Board’s operating budget 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 Offshore 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 consult with the province.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

Financial Information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024-25 planned spending	2025-26 planned spending	2026-27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$12,915,000	$12,915,000	$12,915,000
Total program	$0	$12,915,000	$12,915,000	$12,915,000

Contributions in support of Research (Voted)
Start date	April 13, 2017
End date*	Ongoing
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2017-18
Link to departmental result(s)	This authority is a mechanism to further existing program objectives and can potentially be linked to all departmental results found in the Departmental Results Framework
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Various
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	Encourage and accelerate innovation in the natural resources sectors; Assist in the protection of our natural resources, encourage and develop new and more efficient techniques and technology for sustainable development of our natural resources; Provide for a better understanding and knowledge of our natural resources. Contributions will not be repayable as they will be for projects whose primary aim is fundamental research, research and development, demonstration and other pre-commercial activities.
Expected results	Because the Small Scale Research terms and conditions provides a mechanism to further program objectives, the funding disbursed through the Contributions in support of Small Scale Research will be considered in the context of evaluations of the programs to which the funded projects align. Performance and results information collected from the recipient must align with the intended program outcomes to feed into an evaluation of the program. The planned results (outcomes) are that: NRCan users have access to the Small Scale Research Terms and Conditions; Activities that support NRCan strategic objectives, which would have been unrealized otherwise, are enabled. Indicators to measure these results are: % of users reporting accessibility to the Small Scale Research Terms and Conditions; % of users reporting that this mechanism met their need.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation	Not applicable
Decision following the results of last evaluation	Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation	No evaluation is currently planned for this program, as it is low materiality divided over a large number of different inventory programs. The program will continue to be considered in NRCan’s annual departmental evaluation planning exercise, in accordance with section 42.1 of the FAA and the TB Policy on Results.
General targeted recipient groups	Individuals, Canadian and international for-profit and non-profit organizations, Canadian and international universities and academic institutions, co-operatives, Indigenous groups (individual or a collective representing more than one Indigenous group); and, Foreign, provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies where applicable.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients rely directly from those in place within the programs, which make use of this funding mechanism to further program objectives.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

Financial Information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024-25 planned spending	2025-26 planned spending	2026-27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$6,933,449	$7,045,412	$7,045,412	$180,000
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$6,933,449	$7,045,412	$7,045,412	$180,000

Contributions in support of Electricity Pre-Development Projects (voted)

Start date	December 2022
End date*	March 31, 2026
Type of transfer payment	Contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2022-23
Link to departmental result(s)	Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Electricity resources
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This program is intended to support predevelopment activities associated with nationally and regionally significant, large-scale non-emitting clean electricity infrastructure projects (generation projects, transmission and grid infrastructure) with significant predevelopment requirements to advance the projects.
Expected results	EPP will look to allocate funding via contribution agreements to fund eligible predevelopment activities, including engineering assessments, community engagement, and environmental and regulatory studies. Beyond the completion of select studies and related knowledge creation for utilities, EPP has no targets or expected results before FY 2026-2027, given the long-term nature of its program objectives (i.e., physical construction of large-scale non-emitting clean electricity 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	2025-26
General targeted recipient groups	Proponents of large-scale clean electricity infrastructure projects of national significance, which could include Canadian Utilities, Canadian energy and clean tech companies.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	After the initial invitation and following receipt of an application, NRCan will remain in contact with and engage the applicant as appropriate to guide them through the application process. NRCan will not be conducting additional engagement related to EPP beyond that considered standard for a program of this scope.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

Financial Information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024-25 planned spending	2025-26 planned spending	2026-27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$27,575,000	$70,000,000	$43,645,000	$0
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$27,575,000	$70,000,000	$43,645,000	$0

Contributions in support of Fighting and Managing Wildfires in a Changing Climate (Voted)
Start date	June 16, 2022
End date*	March 31, 2027
Type of transfer payment	Contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2022-23
Link to departmental result(s)	Communities and officials have the tools to safeguard Canadians from natural hazards and explosives
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Wildfire Risk Management
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The purpose of the program is to: Enhance whole-of-society collaboration and governance to strengthen resilience. Enhance disaster response capacity and coordination and foster the development of new capabilities to: Increase capacity to prepare for and respond to wildfires NRCan provides funding to support: Stream 1 – Equipment Fund: Strengthening capacities and capabilities in fire management across Canada by improving prevention, mitigation, preparedness and response. Stream 2 – Training Fund: Increasing, by 1,000, the number of and access to trained firefighters and specialized fire management personnel, particularly in Indigenous communities that are at highest risk to wildland fires. There are no repayable contributions under this program.
Expected results	To increase capacity to prepare for and respond to wildfires. Stream 1 - Equipment Fund: Results (1) Wildfire response capacity is increased in Canada. Indicators (1.1) Number of provinces and territories with funding agreements in place Indicators (1.2) Total incremental investment in equipment Stream 2 – Training Fund: Results (1) Wildfire response capacity is increased in Canada. Indicators (1.3) Number of people receiving training and/or employment support.
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	2025-26
General targeted recipient groups	Legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada including: Not for profit organizations Indigenous organizations, groups, and communities. Canadian academic institutions. For profit organizations Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Stream 1 – Equipment Fund: In 2024-25, NRCan will continue to engage with provinces and territories to support the administration of agreements under the equipment fund. Stream 2 – Training Fund: In 2024-25, NRCan will continue to engage with provinces and territories to support the administration of agreements under the training fund. Ongoing engagement with recipients to develop contribution agreements with successful applicants selected under the wildfire training fund national open call for applications. Stream 1 and 2: Recipients and prospective applicants will be engaged on an ongoing basis through various existing multi-stakeholder forums such as the: Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre Board of Directors, committees, and technical working groups

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

Financial Information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024-25 planned spending	2025-26 planned spending	2026-27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$37,124,561	$64,600,000	$79,900,000	$87,247,236
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$37,124,561	$64,600,000	$79,900,000	$87,247,236

Payments to the Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Resource Revenue Fund (Statutory)
Start date	April 1987
End date*	Ongoing
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Statutory: Payments to the Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Resource Revenue Fund (Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Atlantic Accord Implementation Act)
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 the 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 100% of the payments to Newfoundland and Labrador to be processed on time and in accordance with the applicable regulations. The amount of money transferred to Newfoundland and Labrador is largely based on royalties from offshore oil production and is subject to change. Royalty amounts vary year-to-year as a result of fluctuations in crude oil prices, exchange rates, changes in production levels, the timing of sales and Corporate Income Tax (CIT) collected. Payments during this fiscal year could also include some forfeitures of exploration licences and administrative monetary penalties issued by the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board.
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 level 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.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

Financial Information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024-25 planned spending	2025-26 planned spending	2026-27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total other types of transfer payments	$431,000,000	$1,741,978,520	$1,587,207,065	$1,484,875,717
Total program	$431,000,000	$1,741,978,520	$1,587,207,065	$1,484,875,717

NRCan Multi Partner Research Initiative (voted)
Start date	April 1, 2022
End date*	March 31, 2027
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2022-23
Link to departmental result(s)	Natural resource sectors are innovative Clean technologies and energy efficiency enhance economic performance Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Energy Innovation and Clean Technology
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The program funds research to support the oil spill response community and decision-makers, by increasing knowledge of the effects and efficacy of response technologies and techniques in offshore, offshore platform, near-shore, and onshore pipeline oil spill scenarios. The objective is to improve Canada's oil spill preparedness and response by collaborating and developing a network with leading researchers, both domestically and internationally.
Expected results	The outcomes of this program include receiving new proposals for review, entering into funding agreements with successful applicants, and enhancing knowledge of how oil behaves in various spill scenarios, including onshore, offshore, offshore platform and inland freshwater. This will lead to more effective technologies and techniques for spill cleanup, and aid decision-makers in minimizing environmental impacts and promoting habitat recovery. Performance measures and indicators for monitoring and reporting will be: Number of projects/studies funded and advanced Number of knowledge products generated Number of personnel trained Evidence of technology transfer
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	Eligible recipients include: For-profit organizations Not-for-profit organizations Academia Indigenous organizations and/or groups (based in Canada) Other levels of government in Canada (including provinces, territories, municipalities) Canadian and foreign research organizations
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients include: Promoting the program at conferences Hosting workshops and webinars Undertaking targeted outreach existing internal and external governance structures and committees Engagement, including sessions through Canada’s Ocean Protection Plan Knowledge and capacity-building activities, such as workshops Departmental website and social media platforms

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

Financial Information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024-25 planned spending	2025-26 planned spending	2026-27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$5,300,000	$6,500,000	$6,500,000	$2,070,000
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$5,300,000	$6,500,000	$6,500,000	$2,070,000

Grants and Contributions in support of Oil Spill Recovery Technology under the program entitled Incentives to Develop Oil Spill Recovery Technologies (Voted)
Start date	April 1, 2020
End date*	March 31, 2025
Type of transfer payment	Grant and Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2020-21
Link to departmental result(s)	Natural resource sectors are innovative
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Energy Innovation and Clean Technology
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The $10 million Oil Spill Response Challenge invests in the rapid development of new oil spill detection and recovery technologies to minimize risks to Canadian aquatic environments in the event of an oil spill. The ultimate outcome of this initiative will be to accelerate the development and facilitate deployment of new innovative oil spill response solutions tailored to Canadian conditions and needs. The Oil Spill Response Challenge is using an innovative prize-based challenge approach that: Includes significant stakeholder engagement for joint problem framing and informing of the Challenge design elements to ensure a successful launch and implementation. Improves pace and paths to commercialization of new oil spill response technologies. Grants and contribution payments made under this program are non-repayable.
Expected results	The prize-based Oil Spill Response Challenge was spur rapid development of innovative technologies that minimize the environmental impacts of oil spills in Canadian aquatic environments.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation	Not applicable
Decision following the results of last evaluation	Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation	2024-25
General targeted recipient groups	Funding is open to Canadian and international eligible recipients provided they meet established criteria. 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 producers, shippers, industry associations, research associations, and environmental non-governmental organizations; Indigenous organizations and groups; Community groups; Academic institutions; and Provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments and their departments and agencies, where applicable.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	The Program’s design and delivery was developed through extensive engagement with: Technical experts on oil spill response science and technologies; Spill responders and regulators on technology requirements; Communities (including Indigenous) on deployment, capacity requirements, and regional considerations; and Domestic and global innovators on oil spill technology development

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

Financial Information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024-25 planned spending	2025-26 planned spending	2026-27 planned spending
Total grants	$2,000,000	$5,100,000	$0	$0
Total contributions	$900,000	$0	$0	$0
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$2,900,000	$5,100,000	$0	$0

Contributions in support of Spruce Budworm Early Intervention Strategy - Phase III (Voted)

Start date	April 1, 2022
End date*	March 31, 2026
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2022-23
Link to departmental result(s)	Canadians have access to cutting-edge research to inform decisions on the management of natural resources
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Pest Risk Management
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	Phase III of the Early Intervention Strategy (EIS) for Spruce Budworm (SBW) is a research program investigating a new pest management approach in response to the ongoing significant economic and ecological risks of a spruce budworm (SBW) outbreak to Atlantic Canada’s forest sector and forest health. The Phase III 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 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 to mitigate risks to forest resources or other related values. The Program is based on a 50:50 federal to provincial and industry cost-sharing requirement. There are no repayable contributions
Expected results	Expected Results: EIS treatments keep SBW populations below outbreak threshold Performance Indicator: Percentage of forest areas selected for treatment where spruce budworm populations remain below outbreak threshold. Expected Results: Protection from defoliation of Atlantic Canada’s forests at risk of a SBW outbreak. Performance Indicator: Level (%) of defoliation from spruce budworm in areas of Atlantic Canada at risk of a spruce budworm outbreak Expected Result: Increased availability and access to scientific knowledge and advice pertaining to forest pests, in particular SBW, and related risks. Performance Indicator: Number of presentations on EIS scientific projects made to stakeholders, including advisory committees, advisory boards and conferences involving the sharing of knowledge and information on forest pests and related risks, in particular SBW, to governments, industry, and non-governmental organizations.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation	2021-22
Decision following the results of last evaluation	Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation	2027-28
General targeted recipient groups	Insecticide treatment operations Forest Protection Limited (FPL). Small Scale Research: Not-for-profit organizations Academia and public institutions
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Recipients are 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. NRCan held an open call for Proposals for the Small Scale Research Program in Winter 2022.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

Financial Information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024-25 planned spending	2025-26 planned spending	2026-27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$12 500 000	$9 600 000	$10 500 000	$0
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$12 500 000	$9 600 000	$10 500 000	$0

Payments to the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board (Statutory)
Start date	1985-86
End date*	Ongoing
Type of transfer payment	Contributions
Type of appropriation	Statutory: Contribution to the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board (Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Atlantic Accord Implementation Act)
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 the 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’s operating budget 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 Offshore Board is required to submit a budget request to Governments for approval by the Minister of NRCan and their provincial counterpart. NRCan officials engage with the Board to understand the budgetary request and also consult with the province.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$12,915,000	$12,915,000	$12,915,000
Total program	$0	$12,915,000	$12,915,000	$12,915,000

Contributions in support of Indigenous Natural Resources Partnerships (Voted)
Start date	June 20, 2019
End date*	March 31, 2027
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 the department’s Program Inventory	Indigenous Reconciliation and Regulatory Coordination-
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Indigenous Natural Resource Partnerships (INRP) program supports the federal government’s commitment to advance reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples by increasing the economic participation of Indigenous communities and organizations in the development of natural resource projects across Canada. Contributions will be non-repayable in order to further the objective to increase economic development opportunities for Indigenous communities in the natural resource sectors. The INRP program has experienced tremendous interest to date. Due to this high demand, on May 22, 2023, the INRP Program paused the acceptance of new applications. Application intake will re-open at a future date and priorities will be given to those proposals that will bridge gaps in investment based on natural resource sector, by Indigenous distinction, and jurisdiction.
Expected results	The INRP program is expecting to spend $16M per fiscal year in 2024-25, 2025-26, and in 2026-27. Total spending of $48M is forecasted for the remaining three years of the program, of which, $19.5M will be dedicated to Critical Mineral projects. As of November 2023, the INRP has approved $37.6M in funding for 26 projects, of which, $5.4M was spent on two Critical Minerals project. This includes multiyear projects. Program performance will be measured against the approved Terms and Conditions, including: Indigenous communities are increasingly aware of natural resource development opportunities; Indigenous communities have increased capacity to understand and participate in natural resource opportunities; and Increased engagement between Indigenous communities and natural resource development stakeholders. Recipients will be assessed annually against their activities, output and key performance indicators identified in the contribution agreement. At the end of the project, the recipients will be submitting a financial report and a narrative report as per the Terms and Conditions.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation	Not applicable
Decision following the results of last evaluation	Not applicable
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation	2025-26
General targeted recipient groups	The renewed INRP program in 2022 has extended to all natural resource sectors across Canada and among all Indigenous peoples, it is important that this is reflected proportionately in the division of funding. INRP has completed an investment analysis of the program, identifying potential gaps in investment based on natural resource sector, by Indigenous distinction, and jurisdiction. As of November 2023, it was determined that 98.57% of funded projects are from First Nations communities and about 80% of the projects funded are located in Western Provinces (BC, AB, SK and MB). Once the program re-opens, the INRP program will be targeting Métis and Inuit communities that are currently under-represented. The program will also target more recipients from Eastern, Atlantic and Northern provinces. Additionally, INRP will prioritize capacity development proposals in critical minerals, clean and renewable energy sector (such as nuclear SMR, hydrogen, wind, solar, tidal, and clean fuels, etc.). Funding such projects will enable proponents to advance in their project development, and better position them to become eligible and apply for other NRCAN or Federal programs such as Clean Fuel Funds, Smart Renewable Energy Program, etc.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	As a critical component of the delivery of the INRP program, the Indigenous Partnership Office (IPO) works with Indigenous groups to connect them with other existing federal programs when those programs are better aligned with an Indigenous groups’ objectives or to address funding gaps (if program funding is available). Currently, the expansion of the IPO INRP team is underway. The next phase for IPO is to strengthen regional representation across Canada to better support engagement efforts and the delivery of the INRP program, while enabling recipients to execute and report on their projects. The IPO engagement officers will ensure the INRP Program is filling identified gaps in investment and facilitating linkages to other relevant federal programs and initiatives. Furthermore, IPO officers will establish and maintain relationships with Indigenous partners while gaining knowledge about Indigenous communities' economic development plans, priorities, social and environmental issues that impacts their participation in natural resources; ensuring deployment of a place-based approach to building relationships and establishing partnerships with Indigenous Peoples.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$16,490,000	$16,000,000	$16,000,000	$16,000,000
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$16,490,000	$16,000,000	$16,000,000	$16,000,000

Contributions in support of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (Voted)
Start date	1997
End date*	Ongoing
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2022-23
Link to departmental result(s)	Enhanced competitiveness of Canada’s natural resource sectors
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Youth Employment and Skills Strategy – Science and Technology Internship Program (Green Jobs)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	Since 1997, NRCan has contributed to the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS) through the Science and Technology Internship Program (STIP – Green Jobs), which supports youth between the ages of 15 and 30 to develop the skills and gain the practical experience they need to join the natural resources sector workforce, including Energy, Forestry, Mining and Earth Sciences sectors. Using a further distribution of funds model, the Program supports youth placements through non-repayable contribution agreements. The initial recipient organizations take responsibility for delivering the funding to employers. The Science and Technology Internship Program has evolved over time to support the various government priorities as it relates to skills and employment, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility, and investing in the green economy. This program also supports the Minister’s commitment to assist in the development and promotion of Canadian scientific and technological capabilities, and to address labour shortages in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) fields.
Expected results	In 2024-25, a $15.6M investment will be made to create 480 green jobs and training opportunities. Sixty percent of youth belong to employment equity categories, including women (50%), Indigenous youth (15%), visible minorities (20%), and youth with disabilities (5%), as well as 10% youth living in northern or remote areas. Other results include, 70% of youth residing in northern or remote areas secure employment or pursue self-employment after placement, and 5% choose to return to school following their placement. In 2025-26, $600K will be allocated to generate 25 green jobs and training opportunities. In 2026-27, $600K will be allocated to generate 25 green jobs and training opportunities.
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation	2019-20
Decision following the results of last evaluation	Continuation
Fiscal year of next planned evaluation	2024-25
General targeted recipient groups	Eligible initial recipients: Not-for-profit organizations (including voluntary organizations and foundations). For-profit organizations, provided that the nature and intent of the activity is non-commercial, not intended to generate profit, and supports program priorities and objectives. Indigenous organizations (including Band Councils, Tribal Councils, and self-government entities). Provincial and territorial governments, institutions, agencies, and Crown Corporations. Municipal governments. Public health, educational and cultural organizations.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	Initial Recipients (Delivery organizations): Regular check-ins with delivery organizations. Ultimate Recipients (Hiring organizations): Communication strategy, including website and targeted emails. Youth: Post-placement survey completed by participants to gauge the skills acquisition and overall experience.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total contributions	$14,413,983	$14,444,178	$558,000	$558,000
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$14,413,983	$14,444,178	$558,000	$558,000

Grants and contributions Enabling Responsible Small Modular Reactor Deployment and Nuclear Innovation (Voted)
Start date	2023
End date*	March 31, 2027
Type of transfer payment	Grants and contributions
Type of appropriation	Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2022-23
Link to departmental result(s)	Canada’s natural resources are sustainable
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Electricity Resources
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This program is intended to fund research and studies to help support the establishment of conditions and enabling frameworks necessary for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) to displace fossil fuels and contribute to climate change mitigation.
Expected results	The program will help contribute towards the establishment of enabling conditions to support provinces and territories as they work to develop and deploy SMRs as part of their respective decarbonisation and economic development plans. The program seeks to allocate funding via contribution agreements to fund eligible activities, including research and development, related scientific activities, and studies. Primarily focused in the areas of SMR waste, fuel supply and supply chain. Beyond the completion of select studies and related knowledge creation, the program has no targets or expected results before 2026-27, given the long-term nature of its program objectives.
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	2026-27
General targeted recipient groups	For-profit and not-for-profit organizations, academia and public institutions, Indigenous organizations, other levels of government.
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients	This program responds to recommendations from an extensive stakeholder engagement process. In 2018, NRCan convened the development of the SMR Roadmap, which was led by six provinces and territories (AB, SK, ON, NB, NU, NWT) and involved 10 months of extensive engagement with over 40 organizations across Canada, and initial dialogues with 14 Indigenous organizations and communities. The SMR Roadmap was released in November 2018, and contains 53 recommendations for a number of partners, including recommendations for the federal government. The SMR Roadmap found that SMRs could have significant economic and environmental benefits for Canada, and that success will rely on strategic partnerships across the sector and internationally. Canada’s SMR Action Plan was launched on December 18th, 2020. The Action Plan is the result of a pan-Canadian effort bringing together key enablers from across Canada, including the federal government, provinces and territories, municipalities, Indigenous Peoples, power utilities, industry, innovators, laboratories, academia, and civil society. Each of these key enablers has contributed a chapter to the Action Plan that describes a concrete set of actions they are taking to seize the SMR opportunity for Canada. The Action Plan responds to all 53 recommendations in Canada’s SMR Roadmap and also includes voluntary actions that go beyond the SMR Roadmap recommendations. Stakeholder engagements were undertaken to develop this program. Following the budget announcement in 2022, input sessions via web/teleconference were held to seek program scope and design input. These engagement sessions were held with the governments and agencies of provinces, nuclear sector, academia and industry associations, as well as potential project proponents. Overall, several stakeholders were engaged in these input sessions from across Canada, and from various perspectives on the sector. In addition to the engagements on general program design, program managers engaged the same participants to help define the program’s assessment criteria and quantification of project benefits process. Again, input sessions via teleconference were held followed by surveys to seek expertise, insight and input into potential project evaluation and results quantification methodologies. The program held information sessions at each step in the application process and continues to provide ‘path finding’ services through the program mailbox.

*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.

**Financial information (dollars)**
Type of transfer payment	2023–24 forecast spending	2024–25 planned spending	2025–26 planned spending	2026–27 planned spending
Total grants	$100,000	$283,334	$283,333	$283,333
Total contributions	$1,114,750	$9,209,372	$9,209,321	$9,209,267
Total other types of transfer payments	$0	$0	$0	$0
Total program	$1,214,750	$9,492,706	$9,492,654	$9,492,600

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