Details on transfer payment programs over $5 million
Table of contents
- Green Construction through Wood Program (voted)
- Clean Technology Challenges (voted)
- Energy Efficiency (voted)
- Expanding Market Opportunities (voted)
- Science and Technology Internship Program under the Youth Employment and skills Strategy (Voted) and payment to support students and youth impacted by Covid 19 (Statutory)
- Clean Growth in Natural Resource Sectors Innovation Program (voted)
- Energy Innovation Program (voted)
- Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (voted)
- Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment (voted)
- Smart Grids Program (voted)
- Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities (voted)
- Emerging Renewable Power Program (voted)
- Climate Change Adaptation (voted)
- Spruce Budworm Early Intervention Strategy - Phase II (voted)
- Emissions Reduction Fund (voted)
- Investments in Forest Industry Transformation Program (voted)
- Forest Innovation Program (voted)
- Mountain Pine Beetle Management in Alberta (voted)
- Indigenous Natural Resources Partnerships (voted)
- Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board (statutory)
- Newfoundland Offshore Petroleum Resource Revenue Fund (statutory)
- Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (voted)
- Accommodation Measures for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project (voted)
- Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration Program (voted)
- Home Retrofits (voted)
- Capacity Building for Growing Canada's Forests (voted)
- Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (voted)
- Strategic Interties Predevelopment Projects (voted)
- Nova Scotia Offshore Revenue Account (Statutory)
- Clean Fuels funds and Codes and Standards Programs (Voted)
Contributions in support of Green Construction through Wood Program (voted)
Start date | April 1, 2018 |
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End date* | March 31, 2025 |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2018-19 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Canadians are engaged in the future of the new and inclusive resource economy |
Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Forest Sector Competitiveness |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
NRCan’s Green Construction through Wood (GCWood) Program is aimed at supporting the use of wood in non-traditional construction projects, such as tall buildings, low-rise non-residential buildings and bridges. The GCWood Program launch follows the Government’s Budget 2017 announcement of $55M over five years, starting in April 2018, to undertake this initiative. The GCWood Program supports Canada’s transition to a more wood-inclusive construction industry by funding projects that encourage:
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. |
Results achieved |
The GCWood program had great success in 2021-22, seeing a number of mass timber demonstration projects completed or well underway. 16 demonstration projects have funding agreements in place, providing over $33 million in support for industry toward over $1.3B in construction activity. Two more demonstration projects were publicly announced in 2021-22, including the first mass timber bridge announcement. GCWood provided continued support to the code change process in Canada by funding key R&D activities at the National Research Council (NRC) to address research gaps identified by the Task Groups and Working Groups of the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes (CCBFC). These activities helped support the inclusion of encapsulated mass timber buildings up to 12-stories in height in the 2020 National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) which was published on March 28, 2022. GCWood as well help lay the groundwork for the inclusion of performance-based codes in future editions of the NBCC and the announcement of funding in Budget 2022 to NRC to see these efforts undertaken. GCWood continued to support efforts to advance wood education at engineering and architectural schools across Canada by funding the development of key educational resources and tools required to support wood design education, such as: curricula, handbooks, technical guides, and course materials. Significant growth in graduate timber courses has been observed with a 220% increase from 5 courses in 2018/19 to 16 in 2021/22, and over 6,700 students have enrolled in wood courses across Canada since 2018. The program also launched a State of Mass Timber in Canada (SMTC) Report, and Interactive Map which looked at the history of mass timber in Canada and the current state of construction and manufacturing capacity. The Interactive SMTC Map is updated regularly and now contains information on over 700 mass timber buildings and 20 manufacturing facilities. Both tools have been well received by industry, governments, and other stakeholders, domestically and abroad. To showcase innovative Canadian engineered wood products, design and engineering, and construction techniques arising from GCWood supported projects, several investments through the Green Construction through Wood program were publically announced, including investing:
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Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of Green Construction through Wood is planned for completion by October 2022. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
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 (nrcan.gcwood-cvbois.rncan@canada.ca). GCWood issued a public Call for Expressions of Interest for each aspect of the demonstration component (tall wood (2017), low-rise non-residential (2018), and bridges (2019)) which was promoted through the NRCan website and social media, as well as through partner organizations across the country. The program likewise takes unsolicited proposals from industry for education and design tool projects. Selected program recipients are further engaged through regular contact with program administrators to monitor project progress and report against set objectives. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $4,957,310 | $9,291,043 | $15,719,000 | $15,719,000 | $9,635,754 | -$6,083,246 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $4,957,310 | $9,291,043 | $15,719,000 | $15,719,000 | $9,635,754 | -$6,083,246 |
Explanation of variances |
The GCWood program delivers transfer payments to low-carbon building material demonstration projects to decarbonize the building sector. From early 2020 onward, COVID-19 has negatively affected delivery of several GCWood demonstration projects. These impacts are primarily in the form of project delays due to: labour shortages, price escalations, and supply chain interruptions; delays in research and testing due to the closure of labs and delays to the project permitting process, which has slowed approval for and caused delays to construction of some innovative projects. Lapsed funds are being reprofiled to future fiscal year. |
Grants and Contributions in support of Clean Technology Challenges (voted)
Start date | October 5, 2017 |
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End date* | Ongoing |
Type of transfer payment | Grants and Contributions |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2017-18 |
Link to departmental result(s) |
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Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Energy Innovation and Clean Technology |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
The Clean Technology Challenges form part of the Government of Canada’s Impact Canada Initiative (ICI), designed to help departments accelerate the adoption of innovative funding approaches to deliver meaningful results to Canadians. The Clean Technology program ($75M over 4 years) stream will address areas such as climate change, clean growth, and the application of new technologies to reduce negative environmental impacts. Five Clean Tech challenges were launched in 2018-19 and a sixth in July 2019. For each Challenge, a mix of tools (e.g. contribution agreements, grants, micro-grants) will be used, based on technical, market and environmental circumstances, in order to achieve breakthroughs in clean technology and leverage as much innovation activity as possible from a given award level. Contribution payments made under this program are non-repayable. |
Results achieved |
Following rigorous assessments, in 2021-22 the Impact Canada Initiative (ICI) Clean Tech Challenges announced the final prizes for all six of the ICI Clean Tech Initiatives. Early program results demonstrated a high demand for energy RD&D funding, with 59 projects selected out of nearly 400 proposals received and was successful in mobilizing new talent. To date, ICI Clean Tech Challenges have advanced 28 innovative clean growth technologies, solutions and/processes; helped to build Canada’s clean energy ecosystems, including laying the foundations for new supply chains; supported the growth of new enterprises; and built critical skills and capacity among individuals and enterprises. Women in Cleantech Challenge ($6 million): In coordination with delivery partner MaRS Discovery District, the Impact Canada Women in Cleantech Challenge held its Finale event on November 30, 2021, where Amanda Hall (CEO, Summit Nanotech) was announced as the $1M Grand Prize winner. Summit Nanotech developed an improved extraction process which has the potential to create an inexpensive and sustainable source of green lithium for batteries. All six women entrepreneurs made significant strides during the Challenge, raising $52.2M in investments and increasing paid employment by the ventures by 725%. The Challenge also resulted in a spin-off Women in Cleantech Accelerator, delivered by MaRS and sponsored RBC to support a new diverse group of women entrepreneurs. The Sky’s the Limit Challenge ($14 million): All four finalists under Impact Canada’s The Sky’s the Limit Challenge successfully produced the required amount of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Enerkem was awarded the $5M Grand Prize for their advanced biochemical processes to convert municipal solid waste, forestry and agricultural biomass into sustainable chemicals and biofuels, including sustainable aviation fuel. Several of the finalists have already secured follow-on investments to further develop fuel and/or to scale-up or develop new processing facilities. The Challenge also resulted in the validation of multiple Canadian-sourced sustainable feedstock options, stimulated the growth of the SAF industry in Canada, including the establishment of new consortiums and collaborations to develop SAF supply and value chains. Crush It! Challenge ($10 million): The six Challenge finalists received $860,000 over a 24-month period and completed their work to develop, test and validate their technologies and solutions for cleaner, more efficient processes for crushing and grinding rocks, or comminution, which is one of the most energy intensive processes in the mining industry. Following a rigorous competition and assessment process, in Spring 2022, the Canadian Mining Innovation Council’s cleantech solution CanMicro was announced as the $5 million Grand Prize winner for achieving 35% energy savings across several commodities. Indigenous Off-Diesel Initiative (IODI) ($20 million): In collaboration with the Indigenous Clean Energy Social Enterprise and the Pembina Institute, the Indigenous Off-Diesel Initiative provided tailored renewable energy training, access to expertise and mentors, and funding to support 14 Indigenous Clean Energy Champions and their communities in community-driven renewable energy and energy efficiency projects to reduce diesel in their communities. Following approvals by a distinguished all-Indigenous panel of jurors, in 2022 NRCan issued 14 final prize-grants of up to $1.6 million for Indigenous Clean Energy Champions and their communities to continue to implement projects.Charging the Future Challenge ($4.5 million) and Power Forward Challenge ($20 million) : In February 2022, five Charging the Future and seven Power Forward finalists showcased their innovative battery and smart grid solutions to groups of investors, adopters and other stakeholders. Grand Prize winners were announced at the Globe Forum in Vancouver on March 30, 2022.The Power Forward Challenge aimed at accelerating smart grid technology and, in collaboration with the United Kingdom, awarded $1 million to Equilibrium Engineering for their Alba Nova project developed in partnership with Scotland-based StorTera. Toronto-based e-Zinc was awarded the $1 million Grand Prize under Charging the Future, aimed at accelerating battery innovations that have the potential to substantially reduce GHG emissions. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | The Joint Audit and Evaluation of Impact Canada – Clean Technology Stream was completed in January 2022. The engagement found that:
Stakeholder engagement in co-design was recognized as a key strength for the program. There was an opportunity to improve the retention of documentation related to key decision processes. A total of three recommendations were made. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 | The Joint Audit and Evaluation of Impact Canada – Clean Technology Stream was completed in January 2022. Refer to summary above. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | NRCan's six Cleantech Challenges have continued to leverage their collaborative partner(s) to engage with stakeholders and advance Challenge goals. These efforts included the facilitation of virtual jury deliberation panels to select Grand Prize winners for multiple Challenges, virtual showcasing events and panel discussions, and virtual as well as in-person engagement with industry stakeholders to announce Grand Prize winners at the GLOBE Forum. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $2,229,938 | $2,972,737 | $22,959,734 | $25,766,324 | $21,400,000 | -$1,559,734 |
Total contributions | $13,776,677 | $17,886,445 | $908,288 | $1,651,366 | $7,497,411 | $6,589,123 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $16,006,615 | $20,859,182 | $23,868,022 | $27,417,690 | $28,897,411 | $5,029,389 |
Explanation of variances | Increase in spending is mainly due to the funding received in year through reprofile from previous years as well as funding received from other programs. |
Contributions in support of Energy Efficiency (voted)
Start date | April 1, 2017 |
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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) |
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Link to the department’s Program Inventory |
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Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
The objectives of the program are to:
Contribution payments made under this program are non-repayable. |
Results achieved |
Energy Efficiency Program:
Energy Efficient Buildings Research, Development and Demonstration (RD&D) Program: NRCan is investing $48.3 million to fund projects that will accelerate the development and adoption of net-zero-energy-ready codes and cleaner technologies to promote highly energy-efficient building design and construction practices, provide cost-effective building solutions, and validate their applications with real-world demonstrations. In 2021-22, the program completed its third call for proposals, selecting eight projects seeking a total of $27 million in NRCan funding. In total, 18 projects were supported as of 2021-22. Projects have been successful in leveraging investments, with an average of $2 dollars invested for every $1 of NRCan funding. In 2021-2022, four projects were announced, including:
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Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of the Energy Efficiency Program is planned for completion by November 2025. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
Energy Efficiency Program Working closely with 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:
The Office of Energy Efficiency is also supporting policy, program, and service experimentation to drive energy efficiency across all sectors and to encourage energy efficient behaviours to Canadians. Programming includes activities and partnerships to:
Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D Program: The program continued its engagement with industry, associations, provinces and territories, and research and policy groups to help inform the scope of calls for proposals. In 2021-22, the program pursued meaningful engagement with the Green Municipal Fund, The Atmospheric Fund, the Recover Initiative, and the Pembina Institute. The Program also strengthened its engagement with the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, the Canadian Home Builders Association, and other key policy organizations such as Efficiency Canada. The program’s Local Energy Efficiency Partnerships (LEEP) initiative aims to foster the construction industry’s capacity and confidence in net-zero-energy ready (NZER) technologies. In 2021-22 LEEP developed technical materials for a series of stakeholder and industry workshops; delivered workshops; collaborated with building science experts and educators to produce training videos for the construction industry; developed web applications for HVAC professionals and a Material Carbon Emissions Estimator (MCE2) Tool for residential construction; and improved LEEP’s Cost Benefit Analysis Tool (CBAT), which allows builders and homeowners to compare the relative costs of different energy conservation options, and developed a French-language version of the CBAT. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $12,690,667 | $14,890,346 | $19,670,214 | $19,670,214 | $13,167,971 | -$6,502,243 |
Total contributions - Greener Homes | $0 | $0 | $500,000 | $0 | $0 | -$500,000 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $12,690,667 | $14,890,346 | $20,170,214 | $19,670,214 | $13,167,971 | -$7,002,243 |
Explanation of variances | The variance is mainly as a result of transfer of funds to other programs and due to ongoing impacts from the pandemic that have led to delays across industries (supply chain, ability to access sites, labour shortages, stalling of projects due to ridership declines, etc.). Reprofile request has been submitted to move lapsed funding in to future years. |
Contributions in support of Expanding Market Opportunities (voted)
Start date | April 1, 2020 |
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End date* | March 31, 2023 |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2020-21 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Enhanced competitiveness of Canada’s natural resource sectors |
Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Forest Sector Competitiveness |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
The purpose of the Expanding Market Opportunities (EMO) program is to support the competitiveness of the Canadian forest sector by maintaining and growing international wood product markets, expanding wood use domestically in non-traditional construction, and promoting the strong environmental credentials of Canadian forest products. This transfer payment program provides non-repayable contributions. |
Results achieved |
The program signed contribution agreements with 13 organizations, delivering 149 projects in established and emerging international forest product markets to promote, educate, inform or facilitate the use of Canadian forest products or wood construction systems. The program continued to partner with industry and provinces to maintain offshore offices and staff to promote the performance and environmental credentials of Canadian wood products, as well as grow opportunities for Canadian wood product producers, in China, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, India and Europe. As just one example of success, EMO funding was pivotal in helping Canada Wood Japan advance Nail Laminated Timber (NLT) in Japan’s construction industry. 2021-22 saw the first two commercial projects adopt NLT floor assemblies in midrise construction with the Mitsui Home Inagi Project and the Maeda Kensetsu Tokyo University of the Arts Project. Canada Wood Japan, in collaboration with the Tokyo Building Works Branch of Maeda Construction Company, has broken ground on Japan’s 1st NLT large-scale demonstration project. The project is a five-storey International Exchange Centre at Tokyo’s University of the Arts, located in the heart of the Ueno neighbourhood. The building is an innovative hybrid combination of steel and wood construction. EMO Domestic – 2021-22 highlights: Technical advisors in Canada, funded through the EMO-Domestic program, influenced the use of wood in 270 non-traditional and mid-rise construction projects between April 1, 2021 and March 31, 2022, resulting in incremental wood sales of $219 million in non-traditional construction. It is estimated that 337kt of GHGs were sequestered through the use of wood in these construction projects. During the second year of the pandemic, the Wood Works! Program continued to successfully deliver the majority of its in-person education program in an online environment, delivering over 60 wood education events to 14,525 people who earned over 25,000 accredited learning hours. In 2021-22 NRCan supported domestically:
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Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of Forest Sector Competitiveness Program is planned for completion by December 2024. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
On November 8, 2021, EMO issued its annual call for proposals (CFP) for FY21/22 announced by email and through the NRCan website. Proposals were submitted through its online funding management system (FMS) which was developed in FY19/20 for applicant proposal submissions and recipient reporting. Engagement remained high during FY21/22 as measures to restrict the spread of COVID-19 continued to impact the delivery of work plans, and program officers supported recipients to pivot to adopt alternative methods to deliver their programming. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $17,285,722 | $14,507,289 | $17,850,000 | $17,850,000 | $14,997,306 | -$2,852,694 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $17,285,722 | $14,507,289 | $17,850,000 | $17,850,000 | $14,997,306 | -$2,852,694 |
Explanation of variances | A large portion of the Program funds are directed towards international and domestic market development activities involving public events and travel. As the result of the continued COVID-19 related restrictions on travel and gatherings, a significant number of EMO-funded activities were cancelled or moved to a virtual platform at reduced costs and scope. Offshore demonstration projects were delayed or cancelled due to the impact of pandemic restrictions on the availability of materials and construction crews. |
Contributions in support of Science and Technology Internship Program under the Youth Employment and skills Strategy (Voted) and payment to support students and youth impacted by Covid 19 (Statutory)
Start date | 1997 |
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End date* | Ongoing |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2021-22 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Enhanced competitiveness of Canada’s natural resource sectors |
Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Science and Technology Internship Program |
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), which supports youth between the ages of 15 and 30 develop the skills and gain the practical experience they need to join the natural resources sector workforce, including in Energy, Forestry, Mining and Earth Sciences sectors. Using a third party delivery model, the program provides funding for youth placements through non-repayable contribution agreements. The third-party delivery organizations take responsibility for delivering the funding to employers. The program has evolved over time to support the various government priorities as it relates to skills & employment, equity, diversity & inclusion, investing in the green economy and the economic recovery post COVID-19. 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 fields. |
Results achieved |
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Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Horizontal evaluation of the Youth Employment and Skill Strategy, led by ESDC, is expected to be completed by March 2025. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
Initial Recipients (Delivery organizations)
Ultimate Recipients (Hiring organizations)
Youth
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*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $8,141,955 | $1,817,715 | $558,000 | $43,475,647 | $41,531,267 | $40,973,267 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $8,141,955 | $1,817,715 | $558,000 | $43,475,647 | $41,531,267 | $40,973,267 |
Explanation of variances | The program has $0.6M in base funding. The variance is attributed to funding received in-year in support of various activities for this program. |
Contributions in support of Clean Growth in Natural Resource Sectors Innovation Program (voted)
Start date | April 1, 2018 |
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End date* | March 31, 2028 |
Type of transfer payment | Contributions |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2017-18 |
Link to departmental result(s) |
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Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Energy Innovation and Clean Technology |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
The Clean Growth Program will provide $155M over five years to support clean technology research and development (R&D), and demonstration projects in Canada’s energy, mining, and forest sectors. The program is designed to advance emerging clean technologies towards commercial readiness so that natural resource operations can better reduce their environmental impacts on air, land, and water, while enhancing competitiveness and creating jobs. To support innovation by small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), the CGP includes the novel Science and Technology Assistance for Cleantech (STAC) initiative, which provides SMEs funded under the CGP with access to scientific and technical resources at federal research centers to help them overcome a lack of technical expertise and research infrastructure. The program provides both conditionally repayable and non-repayable contributions in support of project activities. |
Results achieved |
The Clean Growth Program continued to support clean technology RD&D in the energy, mining, and forestry sectors. The CGP has funded 43 projects, with 30 successfully completed as of 2021-22, as the program begins to wind down. Projects include, for example:
During 2021-22, 95% of projects had at least one participant other than NRCan or the project proponent, well exceeding the program target of 30%. Every $1 of NRCan’s funding was leveraged by an average of $3 in contributor funds, well exceeding the leveraging target ratio of 1:1. The program met its target with more than half (58%) of projects advancing one or more technological readiness levels. Projects also filed for 27 patents or licences and informed 7 codes or standards. Projects are on track to meet or surpass the 2027 environmental outcomes targets; in 2021-22, projects reduced GHG emissions by 14,131 tonnes of CO2, reduced water use by 13,712,426 m3, and reduced waste by 70,896 tonnes. Projection data indicates that projects will reduce GHG emissions by 0.2 megatonnes by 2023. Additionally, CGP projects created over 1,075 direct and indirect job years of employment per year (419 direct) and 42% of projects had already achieved progress towards their 2027 economic goals such as reduced costs, increased investments, and revenue. Under the Science and Technology Assistance for Cleantech (STAC) initiative, NRCan provided support to clean energy innovators to collaborate with federal research experts. Twenty CGP projects led by small to medium sized enterprises received funding for in-kind scientific and technical resources at federal research centres to help them overcome technical capacity gaps. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22 |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of the Clean Growth Funding Program is planned for completion in June 2022. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
As planned during the design of the CGP, the program regularly communicates with its proponents through the Integro funding portal and the CGP mailbox for all program-wide relevant information. Project-specific communication takes place between the proponent and project advisor. The program engaged with Trusted Partners on a regular basis. COVID-19 support and impact mitigation mechanisms were communicated and offered to proponents as required. The program continued to engage proponents on options to help them overcome impacts of the pandemic. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $37,381,791 | $35,917,996 | $28,226,626 | $28,226,626 | $26,666,338 | -$1,560,288 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $37,381,791 | $35,917,996 | $28,226,626 | $28,226,626 | $26,666,338 | -$1,560,288 |
Explanation of variances | No Variance Explanation required. |
Contributions in support of Energy Innovation Program (voted)
Start date | April 14, 2016 |
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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) |
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Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Energy Innovation and Clean Technology |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
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. It funds research, development and demonstration projects and other related scientific activities. Through the EIP, clean energy innovation is supported across four missions:
The EIP runs targeted calls and other strategic collaboration and investment programs. Recent years have included funding calls under Breakthrough Energy Solutions Canada (BESC) and the Canadian Emissions Reduction Innovation Network (CERIN), as well as other grants and contributions addressing a variety of energy technology innovation topics. Budget 2021 announced new funding under the EIP to focus on carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS); a first call for proposals related to CCUS was launched in 2021-22. Contributions under this program are non-repayable, since the activities and benefits from the contributions are pre-commercial. |
Results achieved |
In 2021-22, the Energy Innovation Program (EIP) supported 36 external research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) projects aimed at reducing GHG emissions while increasing competitiveness, affordability, and reliability in Canada’s energy sector. The projects fostered innovations in the key areas of decarbonizing industry, communities, and transportation. EIP projects were successful in encouraging investments, leveraging an average of $2.50 in contributor funds for every $1 of NRCan’s funding, well exceeding the leveraging target ratio of 1:1. Given that results from RD&D projects often do not accrue after until projects are completed, EIP projectsFootnote 1 report on results for at least five years post-project funding. EIP projects have made advances in technology and research, with proponents filing for 27 patents or other intellectual property; influencing 28 codes and standards, which can often effect large-scale change; and producing 78 scientific publications and technical reports. Additionally, EIP projects supported 1,063 direct and indirect jobs per year and are on track for meeting 2030 GHG reduction targets, achieving 2.19 Mt of direct GHG reductions in 2021-22. In 2021-22, the EIP also launched two new funding calls focusing on research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) related to industrial decarbonization:
Under the EIP’s Breakthrough Energy Solutions Canada (BESC) initiative, NRCan held a second Tech-2-Market (T2M) accelerator sessions, where the cohort of businesses receiving BESC funding learned from experts and pitched their companies and technologies to potential investors. Under the Canadian Emissions Reduction Innovation Network (CERIN), a funding stream under EIP, NRCan and Alberta Innovates funded projects, established collaborative networks across Canada and increased access to testing facilitates, including a fully operational natural gas testing facility, to accelerate the development of technologies to reduce methane in the oil and gas sector. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of the Energy Innovation and Clean Technology Program is planned for completion by July 2024. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
NRCan regularly communicates with external EIP proponents on project specifics via one-on-one emails. Program-wide updates and requests are sent via the EIP’s mailbox to ensure clear and consistent messaging for all proponents. The program has also encouraged the use of the Clean Growth Collaboration Community for various federal support updates and news, including the recent COVID-related supports made available by the Government of Canada. Newer initiatives such as BESC continue to engage with proponents via the Integro funding portal for project reporting. In Fall 2021, the EIP launched a new Request for Information (RFI) tool to gather information on stakeholders’ needs, issues, and perspectives on electric vehicle grid readiness. Findings from the 44 responses received from a range of stakeholders were incorporated into a zero emissions vehicles Memorandum to Cabinet and will support the development of future targeted innovation funding calls under the EIP. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $21,175,994 | $28,065,945 | $24,460,000 | $26,560,000 | $29,277,521 | $4,817,521 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $21,175,994 | $28,065,945 | $24,460,000 | $26,560,000 | $29,277,521 | $4,817,521 |
Explanation of variances | Variance is mainly related to the funding received in-year as a result of a transfer from Western Development as well as transfers from other programs. |
Contributions in support of Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees for Energy Infrastructure Projects (voted)
Start date | June 8, 2017 |
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End date* | March 31, 2023 |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2017-18 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Canadians are engaged in the future of the new and inclusive resource economy |
Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Natural Resources Canada’s Indigenous Partnerships Office – West |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
To make funding available to Indigenous groups potentially impacted by the Trans Mountain Expansion Pipeline Project (TMX) and the Line 3 Replacement Project (Line 3) to:
This transfer payment program has non-repayable contributions. |
Results achieved |
In 2021-22, the Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees (IAMCs) for the Trans Mountain Expansion (TMX) and Line 3 Replacement projects delivered approximately $25.7M in funding through 198 contribution agreements. The IAMC for TMX provided approximately $15.2M in contribution funding in 2021-22 to:
The IAMC for Line 3 provided approximately $10.5M in contribution funding in 2021-22 to:
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Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Horizontal Evaluation of the Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committees, led by NRCan, is planned for completion by September 2022. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
The IAMCs engaged potential applicants and recipients through email distribution, websites, social media, newsletters, meetings and engagement activities such as regional information sharing sessions for Line 3 and a line wide gathering for TMX as well as Indigenous Caucus outreach. NRCan engaged recipients to ensure compliance with the requirements of the contribution agreements. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $8,548,268 | $10,260,044 | $13,996,697 | $17,966,697 | $9,204,656 | -$4,792,041 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $8,548,268 | $10,260,044 | $13,996,697 | $17,966,697 | $9,204,656 | -$4,792,041 |
Explanation of variances |
Indigenous communities faced significant capacity challenges as a result of COVID-19 as well as extreme weather events such as major flooding and wildfires. This resulted in decreased capacity to engage in IAMC activities, or to administer Contribution Agreements. This significantly delayed the work of both IAMCs over fiscal year 2021-2022. For IAMC-TMX, a significant number of proposals was received at the end of the fiscal year, leaving limited time to conduct due diligence on applications. The plan to address the variance is through an extension of all 2021-2022 Contribution Agreements to December 2022. Lapsed funds are being reprofiled to 2022-23. |
Contributions in support of Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment (voted)
Start date | April 21, 2016 |
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End date* | March 31, 2024 |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
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 |
Lower carbon transportation is both an essential component of longer-term decarbonisation of the economy as well as a short-term means for reducing emissions. As outlined in the Pan Canadian Framework for Clean Growth and Climate Change, coordinated and targeted green infrastructure investments to support electrification and fuel switching in the light-and heavy-duty vehicle sectors are two pillars of the framework to lower emissions from the transportation sector. These investments are required to eliminate barriers that currently impede the adoption of clean transportation choices and to spur the wide-scale deployment of low-carbon vehicles, which will enable further greenhouse gas emission reductions across the transportation sector.
This program, along with investments made for the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP), aims to address barriers to uptake of low-carbon vehicles in Canada. While this program focuses on a coast-to-coast network of zero-emission vehicle recharging and refuelling stations, the ZEV Infrastructure program will help meet growing charging demand by increasing the availability of localized charging opportunities where Canadians live, work and play. This initiative will use repayable contributions (with the Government of Canada providing up to 50% of total project costs) to decrease the risk of investing in EV and alternative fuel infrastructure. These projects will be monitored for ability to repay over 10 years, following project completion. |
Results achieved | In FY 21/22, the program selected projects which will results in 7 new EV chargers being built, bringing program totals to 1096 new fast chargers along Canada’s highway system, 15 new hydrogen stations in metropolitan areas, and 22 new natural gas stations along key freight corridors, toward program targets of 1000 new chargers, and 15 new hydrogen stations and 20 new natural gas stations by 2022. As of March 31, 2022, 635 chargers, 5 hydrogen stations, and 11 natural gas stations are open to the public. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. No evaluation is currently planned for this program, as it was evaluated in September 2019 and the program is not ongoing. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | The program conducted extensive engagement with industry, associations, provinces and territories, and research and policy groups to help inform the design and scope of calls for proposals including: bilateral engagement with provinces and territories to identify priorities; leveraging pan-Canadian stakeholder consultations to confirm barriers and technological challenges for EV infrastructure; and outreach at national and international stakeholder conferences and fora. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $23,863,961 | $18,986,864 | $23,970,000 | $23,970,000 | $20,748,447 | -$3,221,553 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $23,863,961 | $18,986,864 | $23,970,000 | $23,970,000 | $20,748,447 | -$3,221,553 |
Explanation of variances | Variances are caused by delays in project and global supply constraints due to COVID-19. The lapsed funding was temporarily reallocated to another program. |
Contributions in support of Smart Grids Program (voted)
Start date | April 1, 2018 |
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End date* | March 31, 2029 |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2018-19 |
Link to departmental result(s) |
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Link to the department’s Program Inventory |
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Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
Through the $100 million Green Infrastructure: Smart Grid Program, NRCan is promoting the modernization of grid infrastructure by funding the demonstration of promising, near-commercial smart grid technologies and the deployment of smart grid integrated systems across Canada. While the program was originally slated to end in FY 2021-22, program funds were reprofiled to extend timelines for certain projects into FY 2022-23 in order to compensate for impacts of COVID-19, e.g. supply chain disruptions, reduced work crews due to social distancing, difficulties accessing worksites due to lockdowns, and withdrawal of some partner funding. While the program is funding 22 projects, 28 contribution agreements have been signed (projects that have a demonstration and deployment component are considered hybrids and require two contribution agreements). Twenty-one projects have now been announced. As of March 31, 2022, the program had committed $41.0 million to ten deployment projects, $13.2 million to six demonstration projects and $31.7 million to six hybrid projects ($15.4 million for deployment, 16.3 million for demonstration). For demonstration projects active in 2021-22, NRCan funds were leveraged by contributor funds at a ratio of 3:1 (contributors: NRCan), surpassing the program’s target of 1:1. For deployment projects, the leveraging ratio was 4:1, surpassing the target of 3:1. This transfer payment program is repayable as follows:
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Results achieved |
Through the $100 million Green Infrastructure: Smart Grid Program, NRCan is promoting the modernization of grid infrastructure by funding the demonstration of promising, near-commercial smart grid technologies and the deployment of smart grid integrated systems across Canada. While the program was originally slated to end in FY 2021-22, program funds were reprofiled to extend timelines for certain projects into FY 2022-23 in order to compensate for impacts of COVID-19, e.g., supply chain disruptions, reduced work crews due to social distancing, difficulties accessing worksites due to lockdowns, and withdrawal of some partner funding. While the program is funding 22 projects, 28 contribution agreements have been signed (projects that have a demonstration and deployment component are considered hybrids and require two contribution agreements). Twenty-one projects have now been announced. As of March 31, 2022, the program had committed $41.0 million to ten deployment projects, $13.2 million to six demonstration projects and $31.7 million to six hybrid projects ($15.4 million for deployment, 16.3 million for demonstration). For demonstration projects active in 2021-22, NRCan funds were leveraged by contributor funds at a ratio of 3:1 (contributors: NRCan), surpassing the program’s target of 1:1. For deployment projects, the leveraging ratio was 4:1, surpassing the target of 3:1. The following projects won Awards of Excellence in 2021:
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Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of Smart Grids Program and Emerging Renewable Power Program is planned for completion by March 2023. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
NRCan organized its third Smart Grid Symposium in October 2021 over two days to accommodate an online format for Program recipients on the first day and the general public on the second day. The event profiled the program recipients, and preliminary results and observations across projects. The symposium was attended by over 400 participants, representing utilities, energy service companies, different government agencies, private consultants, and various other sectors. The agenda included a presentation from NRCan on the Smart Grid Program including highlights from the annual report and overarching themes and challenges. Speakers from SaskPower, Bracebridge Generation Ltd., and Alectra presented on their projects and participants were provide with an opportunity to ask questions. In February 2022, the Smart Grid Program partnered with Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) and other NRCan programs (e.g., the Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program) to deliver a workshop for electricity utilities focusing on advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in the electricity sector. The event delivered insights on activities and considerations for EDI across the sector through expert presentations and participant breakout sessions. The workshop also informed the potential role of federal programs to support and inform program proponents and sector actors in advancing EDI across the industry. This event partially satisfies a program commitment to support NRCan’s contributions under the Gender Leadership Accord, and subsequent Equal by 30 commitments |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $24,530,928 | $20,285,540 | $24,087,345 | $24,087,345 | $17,041,921 | -$7,045,424 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $24,530,928 | $20,285,540 | $24,087,345 | $24,087,345 | $17,041,921 | -$7,045,424 |
Explanation of variances | The variance is due to a temporary reallocation of funding as a result of COVID-19 and supply chain delays. |
Grants and Contributions in support of Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities (voted)
Start date | April 1, 2018 |
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End date* | March 31, 2031 |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2018-19 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Canada’s natural resources are sustainable |
Link to the department’s Program Inventory |
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Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
The program will reduce reliance on diesel and fossil fuels in rural and remote communities by deploying and demonstrating renewable energy projects, encouraging energy efficiency and building skills and capacity. Contribution payments made under this program may be repayable or non-repayable based on program stream. |
Results achieved |
In 2021-22, NRCan continued to advance the government’s commitment to reduce reliance on diesel and other fossil fuels for heat and power in Canada’s rural and remote communities by supporting community-led renewable energy projects. After two rounds of intake, program funding was fully allocated, with 112 projects supported and 115 agreements signed: 41 for the BioHeat stream, 17 for Demonstration, and 57 for Deployment and Capacity Building. To date, 26 projects have been completed. New projects completed in 2021-22 include:
New project underway in 2021-22: In British Columbia, the District of Sicamous is building a district heating system that will provide heat produced from locally sourced biomass for its growing industrial park, replacing propane and heating oil. The project is expected to reduce over 200 tonnes of CO greenhouse gas emissions. The system will be owned and operated by the municipality, providing a new source of revenue, and increasing activity in the regional bioenergy sector. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of the Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program is planned for completion by June 2023. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | The program consulted with recipients and applicants through regular email correspondence, as well as bilateral calls and conference calls. The program also engaged with applicants and recipients at conferences and related training events. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $12,600,000 | $12,166,000 | $12,166,000 |
Total contributions | $32,489,276 | $29,968,132 | $55,861,965 | $66,872,700 | $33,593,405 | -$22,268,560 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $32,489,276 | $29,968,132 | $55,861,965 | $79,472,700 | $45,759,405 | -$10,102,560 |
Explanation of variances | Variance is due to additional funding received in-year offset by the temporary reallocation of funding between programs and reprofiling of funds to future years in response to delays caused by COVID-19 restrictions and supply chain issues. |
Contributions in support of Emerging Renewable Power Program (voted)
Start date | April 1, 2018 |
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End date* | March 31, 2030 |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2018-19 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Canada’s natural resources are sustainable |
Link to 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 yield a return on investment above and beyond the total project costs less the federal contribution. |
Results achieved |
Under the Green Infrastructure (GI) stream of the Investing in Canada Plan, which supports the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) is investing in the demonstration and deployment of clean energy infrastructure through several programs: Smart Grids, Energy Efficient Buildings, Emerging Renewable Power, and Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities The six projects funded through the Emerging Renewable Power Program (ERPP) support three emerging renewable technologies (geothermal, in-stream tidal and bifacial solar). As such, the program is helping expand the portfolio of commercially viable renewable energy sources in Canada. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audits in 2020-21. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluations in 2020-21. Evaluation of the Smart Grids Program and Emerging Renewable Power Program is planned for completion by March 2023. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | NRCan organized monthly update meetings with all recipients to track progress and key milestones. Additional meetings were arranged to support project development on a need basis. Annual progress reports were used to track program results. 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 expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $44,625,940 | $35,212,974 | $39,328,138 | $39,328,138 | $21,600,290 | -$17,727,848 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $44,625,940 | $35,212,974 | $39,328,138 | $39,328,138 | $21,600,290 | -$17,727,848 |
Explanation of variances | The variance is due to temporary reallocation of funding between programs as a result of delays caused by COVID-19 restrictions, supply chain issues and regulatory barriers. |
Contributions in support of Climate Change Adaptation (voted)
Start date | April 1, 2008 |
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End date* | March 31, 2023 |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2017-18 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Communities and industries are adapting to climate change |
Link to 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. |
Results achieved |
The Climate Change Adaptation Program released 4 new reports in the National Knowledge Assessment series including its flagship report; Canada in a Changing Climate: National Issues Report. These reports document the impacts of climate change on our communities, environment, and economy and how Canadians are adapting. To date, the National Issues Report (pdf) has been downloaded over 10,000 times. In 2021-22, investments in training and knowledge exchange activities through the Building Regional Adaptation Capacity and Expertise (BRACE) Program resulted in increased availability of an adaptation-skilled workforce across all provinces. To date, these activities include delivery of over 70 new climate change adaptation courses/modules, increasing the skills and knowledge of over 6,300 professionals including planners, engineers, architects, accountants and natural resource managers. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of Climate Change Adaptation is planned for completion in September 2022. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | The BRACE program continued to engage its recipients through its Advisory Committee, with members meeting periodically throughout the year to share knowledge and best practices on building capacity to adapt to climate change. The Adaptation Platform webinar series continued to highlight recently completed projects from the Climate Change Adaptation program. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $3,518,623 | $3,583,569 | $5,103,390 | $5,103,390 | $4,984,508 | -$118,882 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $3,518,623 | $3,583,569 | $5,103,390 | $5,103,390 | $4,984,508 | -$118,882 |
Explanation of variances | No Variance Explanation required. |
Contributions in support of Spruce Budworm Early Intervention Strategy - Phase II (voted)
Start date | June 7, 2018 |
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End date* | June 30, 2022 |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2018-19 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Canadians have access to cutting-edge research to inform decisions on the management of natural resources |
Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Pest Risk Management |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
Phase II of the Early Intervention Strategy (EIS) for Spruce Budworm (SBW) is a research program investigating a new pest management approach that could avoid an outbreak and the associated socio-economic impacts in Atlantic Canada, where forestry is one of the largest economic sectors. The Phase II program includes a suite of integrated research activities and operational insecticide applications to validate the EIS’s scientific foundation, enhance its efficacy for any emerging outbreaks of SBW, and protect the region’s forests. Through the Forest Pest Risk Management Program, the initiative will contribute to the Departmental Result “Canadians have access to cutting-edge research to inform decisions on the management of natural resources” by implementing and validating a novel forest pest management approach supported by science knowledge and tools to address a forest pest issues that could have significant negative impacts on Canadian forest values and resources. This approach will be available to forest managers across Canada for application to any impeding outbreaks of SBW to mitigate risks to forest resources or other related values. The Program is based on a 60:40 federal to provincial and industry cost-sharing requirement. There are no repayable contributions. |
Results achieved |
Expected results: Effective annual treatment of Atlantic Canada’s forest at risk of a spruce budworm outbreak Performance indicator: Percentage of forest areas eligible for treatment where spruce budworm population remain below outbreak threshold 2021-22 results:
Expected results: Access to scientific knowledge, surveillance solutions, and response solutions pertaining to spruce budworm outbreaks and the Early Intervention Strategy Performance indicators: Number of advisory committees and boards involving the sharing of knowledge and information on forest pests and related risk s to governments, industry, and non-governmental organizations; Number of publications, reports, and presentations. 2021-22 results: Knowledge was shared with the Healthy Forest Partnership research consortium and general public through:
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Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. Joint Audit and Evaluation of the Spruce Budworm Early Intervention Strategy – Phase II was completed in July 2022. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Joint Audit and Evaluation of the Spruce Budworm Early Intervention Strategy – Phase II was completed in July 2022. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | Applicants and recipients were 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. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $2,237,109 | $8,207,583 | $23,000,000 | $29,000,000 | $28,796,255 | $5,796,255 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $2,237,109 | $8,207,583 | $23,000,000 | $29,000,000 | $28,796,255 | $5,796,255 |
Explanation of variances | Variance is due to in-year funding of reprofile from 2020-21 to 2021-22 to support program activities. |
Contributions in support of Emissions Reduction Fund (voted)
Start date | August 14, 2020 |
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End date* | March 31, 2028 |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2020-21 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Canada’s natural resources are sustainable |
Link to the department’s Program Inventory |
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Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
The $750 million Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) supports capital investments and research to reduce GHG emissions, with a focus on methane, from onshore and offshore oil and gas operations in Canada. The ERF provides funding primarily in the form of repayable contributions.
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Results achieved |
Continued to implement the $750 million Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) to support capital investments, clean technology deployment, and research to reduce methane and other greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions from onshore and offshore oil and gas. The ERF has three streams: Onshore deployment program ($675 million) The Onshore deployment program is pulling forward high-impact, cost-effective projects that will eliminate methane emissions from intentional venting and flaring from existing and already scheduled oil and gas production. To date, the program has funded 92 projects across Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, and Manitoba representing an estimated $147,940,292 in ERF funding. Projects funded to date are anticipated to achieve methane emission reductions of approximately 4Mt of CO2e in the first twelve months following project completion, which is equivalent to removing about 1 million passenger vehicles from our roads for one year. When amortized over 10 years these projects represent an average cost of less than $9 per tonne of CO2e reduced. The Onshore Program’s final application intake closed on March 31, 2022, and projects submitted are currently under review. Offshore deployment program ($42 million) The program is supporting three projects from Newfoundland and Labrador’s offshore service and supply sector. Two are targeting offshore GHG emissions reductions while the other aims to improve the environmental performance of oil spill-related activities. Based on program results to-date and feedback from industry, NRCan is considering how best to proceed given unused program funding. Offshore RD&D program ($33 million) In 2021-22, the Offshore Research, Development and Demonstration (RD&D) Program ($33M) supported 18 applied projects, which will help reduce emissions in the offshore oil and gas sector. Projects have already met the short-term outcome to increase collaboration between academia, industry, and the public sector, with ultimate funding recipients having an average of 3.19 partners – which surpasses the target of 1 partner per project. Projects are also making strides towards developing new research, knowledge, and solutions. All the projects have produced technical reports, peer review publications or presented at conferences and 88% are expected to generate new intellectual property, software or tools. Funding also supported 81 FTE jobs (direct) annually. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | External audit by the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development (CESD), “Emissions Reduction Fund – Natural Resources Canada” was completed in November 2021. CESD found that Natural Resources Canada did not design the Onshore Program of the Emissions Reduction Fund to ensure credible and sustainable reductions of greenhouse gas emissions in the oil and gas sector or value for the money spent. CESD also found that Natural Resources Canada did not follow key greenhouse gas accounting principles or a standard when preparing its estimates of expected reductions in emissions. As a result, the department’s expectation that the Onshore Program could achieve 3.7 megatonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent Mt CO2 eq of emission reductions per year as of 2023 was an overestimate and was not reliable. Six recommendations were made. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. No evaluation is planned for this program, as it is not ongoing and therefore section 42.1 of the FAA does not apply. The need for evaluation is low as the program was audited by the CESD in November 2021. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
Onshore deployment program ($675 million) The Onshore Program refocused its third and final intake to better support the government’s ambitious climate change goals. The refocus resulted from supportive comments on the program from environmental non-governmental organizations, supportive cooperation from the industry, feedback following the recent audit of the program prepared by the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development (CESD), and lessons learned through the first two intakes of the program. Following the launch of the third intake, NRCan staff held a series of Technical Information Sessions, which included over 300 participants, to support applicants through the application process and to better understand the refined criteria for the program. NRCan offered an email concierge service to applicants and recipients of the program to ensure that all program-specific questions were addressed throughout the application process. NRCan staff engaged directly with individual applicants and funding recipients via calls and video conferences to address program-specific questions, negotiate contribution agreements with successful applicants, and provide guidance on GBA+ measures to promote the ongoing development of workforce diversity. NRCan staff also discussed directly with unsuccessful applicants the reasons for which their proposed projects were out of scope. NRCan leveraged an extensive network within the oil and gas sector, including industry associations (Explorers and Producers Association of Canada (EPAC), Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP), Canadian Society for Unconventional Resources (CSUR) to improve program awareness and uptake, through a series of webinars and meetings. Offshore deployment program ($42 million) The program engaged directly with applicants via calls, emails, and video conferences to address program-specific questions. Staff worked closely with Newfoundland and Labrador’s Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Recovery Assistance (OGIRA) fund to identify co-funding opportunities, which resulted in seven (7) meetings with prospective applicants. Staff also regularly engaged with successful applicants to negotiate and administer contribution agreements. Offshore RD&D program ($33 million) Energy Research & Innovation Newfoundland & Labrador (ERI-NL) finalized the negotiation of the remaining ultimate recipient contribution agreements. They engaged with all ultimate recipients on an ongoing basis to monitor project progress, reimburse eligible claims, and obtain project reporting as needed. Numerous ultimate recipients and ERI-NL participated in industry conferences throughout the fiscal year. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $0 | $28,583,574 | $559,855,905 | $681,356,441 | $127,146,617 | -$432,709,288 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $0 | $28,583,574 | $559,855,905 | $681,356,441 | $127,146,617 | -$432,709,288 |
Explanation of variances | Actual spending in 2021-22 was less than planned as a result of lower-than-expected industry uptake. NRCan is examining how best to proceed given unused program funding. |
Contributions in support of Investments in Forest Industry Transformation Program (voted)
Start date | June 17, 2010 |
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End date* | March 31, 2023 |
Type of transfer payment | Contributions |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2019-20, updated July 2021 |
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 offers non-repayable contributions towards capital projects, feasibility studies, and outreach activities undertaken by Canadian forest industry firms to implement first-in-kind 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 which:
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. |
Results achieved |
In fiscal year 2021-22, the program invested $47.4M in 37 projects to support the competitiveness of Canada’s forest sector. An example of a project includes $4.07M to Haliburton Forest Biochar for the expansion of the Biochar Production Facility in Haliburton, ON. The facility will have the potential to generate a net reduction of 4,200 tonnes per year of CO2 equivalent emissions and offset more than 7,500 tonnes per year of CO2 equivalent emissions, as the biochar produced will be used to displace fossil fuel products in advanced manufacturing processes on a pound-for-pound basis. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of the Forest Sector Competitiveness Program planned for completion by December 2024. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | Program applicants were supported through the dedicated program website, which includes access to program guides, eligibility requirements, and project announcements, as well as program administration contact details (nrcan.ifit-itif.rncan@canada.ca). The 6th calls for proposal for Capital Investments was widely advertised through public updates to the website, e-mail distribution lists, and liaisons with a wide range of associations, government departments, and other stakeholders, including through a webinar. Applications are received through the NRCan Integro portal. Selected program recipients were 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.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $16,934,892 | $20,693,994 | $39,300,000 | $56,706,600 | $47,449,263 | $8,149,263 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $16,934,892 | $20,693,994 | $39,300,000 | $56,706,600 | $47,449,263 | $8,149,263 |
Explanation of variances | The variance is due to in-year funding received for the program (including Southern Mountain Caribou). This created a surplus, which IFIT was unable to allocate given a series of challenges: delays in due to Federal election, project supply chain delays, and a late approval of funds. The lapsed funds are being reprofiled from 2021-22 into 2022-23. |
Contributions in support of Forest Innovation Program (voted)
Start date | April 1, 2020 |
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End date* | March 31, 2023 |
Type of transfer payment | Contributions |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2020-21 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Enhanced competitiveness of Canada’s natural resource sectors |
Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Forest Sector Competitiveness |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
The purpose of the FIP is to enable transformation in the Canadian forest industry. More specifically, the FIP will help drive forest sector transformation, sparking enterprises in their move beyond a dependence on commodity products toward value-added, high-value and specialty products – sustainably extracting the maximum value from the fibre resource. To achieve this, the FIP will facilitate and promote a value-chain approach that addresses innovation from the seed to the end markets and products in which the right fibre is matched to the right product. This transfer payment program does not have any repayable contributions. |
Results achieved |
In 2021-22, the program funded FPInnovations to support 20 research projects that support the forest sector’s innovation agenda. FIP funds Transformative Technologies and Initiatives through FPInnovations. All FIP-funded projects were reviewed and endorsed through long-standing advisory and approval processes to ensure all forest-based research and development and deployment programs are aligned to address key opportunities and threats facing Canada’s forest sector. Examples include baseline testing for a forestry truck platooning mobile mapping system, a pulp mill decarbonization plan that was accepted by members and has a long-term vision to reduce emissions by up to 5.2 MT CO2e/y, and the 2022 edition of the Technical Guide for the Design and Construction of Tall Wood Buildings in Canada. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of Forest Sector Competitiveness Program is planned for completion by December 2024. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | The only open call for proposals through FIP is for the Canadian Wood Fibre Centre, where there were no differences in recipient activities related to the departmental plan. Officials met with the principal named recipient, FPInnovations, on a regular basis, to monitor progress on workplan. Any other potential funding recipients are engaged directly by program officials. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $26,484,116 | $29,816,699 | $24,813,000 | $24,813,000 | $23,059,584 | -$1,753,416 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $26,484,116 | $29,816,699 | $24,813,000 | $24,813,000 | $23,059,584 | -$1,753,416 |
Explanation of variances | No Variance Explanation Required |
Contributions in support of Mountain Pine Beetle Management in Alberta (voted)
Start date | September 17, 2020 |
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End date* | March 31, 2023 |
Type of transfer payment | Contributions |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2020-21 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Canadians have access to cutting-edge research to inform decisions on the management of natural resources |
Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Pest Risk Management |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
The Contribution Program is designed to support the Government of Alberta in the management of mountain pine beetle (MPB) in order to protect forest resources and communities from the negative socio-economic and environmental impacts of the current MPB infestation in Alberta. The contribution agreement will be directed towards two activity streams: A) MPB management operations, and B) MPB research that supports the efforts of the Government of Alberta to mitigate risks and impacts of the MPB infestation.
This program provides non-repayable contributions. |
Results achieved |
Expected Result: Effective control of MPB populations in Alberta’s forests Performance indicator: An increased percentage of surveyed sites with decreasing or static MPB populations 2021-22 results:
Expected Result: Protection of Alberta’s pine forests at risk from MPB infestation Performance indicator: Percentage change in the number of infested trees detected in Alberta. 2021-22 results:
Expected Result: Forest sector has access to enhanced scientific knowledge pertaining to MPB infestations and related risks Performance indicator: Number of publications on MPB and related risks 2021-22 results: There were no peer‐reviewed publications in the 2021‐22 fiscal year. In 2021-22, 22 research projects were selected, and each produced an introductory project summary. MPB-related publications are expected to increase in future years. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. No evaluation is currently planned for this program, as this three-year program is not ongoing and the need for evaluation is low. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | Not applicable. The Government of Alberta is the only eligible initial and direct recipient of contributions under this program. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $0 | $8,333,911 | $18,960,000 | $25,793,045 | $11,936,189 | -$7,023,811 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $0 | $8,333,911 | $18,960,000 | $25,793,045 | $11,936,189 | -$7,023,811 |
Explanation of variances | The increase in total authorities was due to in-year approval of reprofile from 2020-21 to 2021-22. The decline in Mountain Pine Beetle population in many regions of Alberta contributed to the decline in the number of pine trees killed by MPB. This overall decline led to a scaled-back MPB control program in 2021-22, which resulted in reprofile of unspent funds into 2022-23. |
Contributions in support of Indigenous Natural Resources Partnerships (voted)
Start date | June 20, 2019 |
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End date* | March 31, 2022 |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2019-20 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Canadians are engaged in the future of the new and inclusive resource economy |
Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Natural Resource Canada’s Indigenous Partnerships Office – West |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
The objective of this program is to support Indigenous participation in energy infrastructure projects in British Columbia and Alberta. This Transfer Payment Program does not include any repayable contributions. |
Results achieved | Budget 2020 provided $12M over two years to support the Indigenous Natural Resource Partnerships (INRP) program. Of this amount, $6M was allocated in 2021-2022. The funding supported Indigenous-led project in BC and Alberta to increase their participation in economic opportunities in oil and gas infrastructure development. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. No evaluation is currently planned for this program. The program is scheduled to end in March 2022, and the need for evaluation is low due to extensive recent evaluation work on closely related programs. If additional funding is secured, then 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. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | Following feedback from Indigenous communities and organizations (e.g. re: capacity constraints regarding proposal development), the program continued to work with Indigenous applicants to better understand proposal activities, outputs and outcomes, and provide opportunities for applicants to strengthen their proposal subject to funding availability. NRCan engaged recipients regularly via email, phone and video conference to ensure project success and to support access to funding in a timely manner. NRCan regularly intakes feedback from Indigenous groups related to engagement and program delivery and modifies its strategies to meet emerging needs. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $5,789,554 | $6,244,792 | $6,000,000 | $6,000,000 | $4,860,388 | -$1,139,612 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $5,789,554 | $6,244,792 | $6,000,000 | $6,000,000 | $4,860,388 | -$1,139,612 |
Explanation of variances | Variance in spending due to impact of COVID-19 on Indigenous groups as well as extreme weather events such as major flooding and wildfires in BC and Alberta. Despite best efforts to address delays, many funding proposals were processed late in the fiscal year resulting in insufficient time to release payments for all approved projects. Lapsed funds are being reprofiled 2022–23. |
Payments to the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board (statutory)
Start date | 1985-86 |
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End date* | Ongoing |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
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. |
Results achieved | Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) share of the Board’s operating budget was made in four quarterly payments throughout the course of the fiscal year. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | The last cycle of the Continuous Audit of Offshore Revenues and Transfers was completed in October 2021. As part of NRCan’s continuous audit framework, the Audit and Evaluation Branch conducts audits and reports annually on select processes. The Continuous Audit covering March 2020 to March 2021 found that 14 of 15 key controls tested were effective, while one was partially effective. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 | Not applicable – Statutory payments are excluded from evaluation. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
In respect of each fiscal year and pursuant to the Accord Acts, the Board is required to submit a budget request to Governments for approval by the Minister of NRCan and the Provincial Minister. NRCan officials engaged with the Board to understand the budgetary request and also consulted with the province. NRCan provided in-kind support for web development and translation of web content. Any costs incurred by the C-NLOPB for the provision of French language services are excluded from cost sharing agreements. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $0 | $0 | $11,677,000 | $148,521 | $148,521 | -$11,528,479 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $568,246 | $722,583 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $568,246 | $722,583 | $11,677,000 | $148,521 | $148,521 | -$11,528,479 |
Explanation of variances | The variance is attributable to timing between when the forecasts are prepared (in summer/fall of previous year) and when the actual Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board (C-NLOPB) budget submissions are received (in late winter of current year), as well as timing of payments made to the C-NLOB and cost recovery payments received from the C-NLOPB. |
Payments to the Newfoundland Offshore Petroleum Resource Revenue Fund (statutory)
Start date | April 1987 |
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End date* | Ongoing |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Statutory: Payments to the Newfoundland 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. |
Results achieved |
100% of the payments to Newfoundland and Labrador were 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 the crude oil prices, exchange rates, changes in production levels, the timing of sales and Corporate Income Tax (CIT) collected. Payments during this fiscal year also included some forfeitures of exploration licences and administrative monetary penalties issued by the C-NLOPB. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | The last cycle of the Continuous Audit of Offshore Revenues and Transfers was completed in October 2021. As part of NRCan’s continuous audit framework, the Audit and Evaluation Branch conducts audits and reports annually on select processes. The Continuous Audit covering March 2020 to March 2021 found that 14 of 15 key controls tested were effective, while one was partially effective. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 | Not applicable – Statutory payments are excluded from evaluation. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | NRCan consulted 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.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $0 | $0 | $199,334,997 | $438,146,366 | $438,146,366 | $238,811,369 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $363,966,637 | $211,837,167 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $363,966,637 | $211,837,167 | $199,334,997 | $438,146,366 | $438,146,366 | $238,811,369 |
Explanation of variances | NRCan acts as a flow-through for royalty transfers between offshore oil and gas companies and the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. The variance is attributed to actual oil and gas production and the timing of sales as well as actual oil prices and exchange rates, Corporate Income Tax transfers, and revenues resulting from royalty assessments/reassessments undertaken by the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. |
Contributions in support of Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (voted)
Start date | April 8, 2019 |
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End date* | March 31, 2024 |
Type of transfer payment | Contribution |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2020-21 |
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, this program addresses key barriers (e.g. access to chargers and range anxiety) by supporting the deployment of the necessary infrastructure. These investments were made to support Canada’s zero emission vehicle sales targets. Federal investments in the Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment initiative are supporting the establishment of a coast-to-coast network of fast-chargers (Level 3) along the national highway systems, natural gas refuelling stations along key freight corridors and hydrogen refuelling stations in major metropolitan areas. Building upon this, the ZEV Infrastructure program’s focus is to target market segments not previously addressed through federal investments giving Canadians access to EV charging infrastructure where they live, work and play. The ZEV Infrastructure Program supports the deployment of new zero-emission vehicle recharging and hydrogen refuelling stations in public places, on-street, multi-unit residential buildings, workplace, as well as strategic infrastructure projects for mass transit, urban delivery, and fleet applications. The initiative uses repayable contributions (with the Government of Canada providing up to 50% of total project costs) to decrease the risk of investing in EV and alternative fuel infrastructure. These projects will be monitored for ability to repay over 10 years, following project completion. |
Results achieved | In FY 21/22, the program selected projects which will result in 19,627 new EV chargers, and 4 new hydrogen stations being built, bringing program totals to 24,227 new chargers and 4 new hydrogen stations toward program targets of 33,500 chargers, and 10 hydrogen stations by 2024. As of March 31, 2022, 984 chargers are open to the public. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program is planned for completion by March 2024. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
The project selection criteria for this initiative is informed by ongoing consultations with provinces and territories, as well as experience gained through the delivery of other EV and alternative fuel infrastructure programming. The program engages potential applicants through a comprehensive communications plan, including social media, and email – levering an existing network of over 1000 stakeholders who have participated in past RFPs, as well as those involved in clean technology and transportation, and industry associations who have expressed interest. There will be dedicated information sessions focused on growing interest and capacity in Indigenous businesses and communities. All provincial/territorial (P/T) governments are engaged bilaterally to better understand their own programming plans. PT governments are also consulted on each project selected for funding in their jurisdiction. The Program also works closely with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to engage municipal governments. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $1,279,690 | $15,858,038 | $34,100,000 | $51,268,812 | $27,470,228 | -$6,629,772 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $1,279,690 | $15,858,038 | $34,100,000 | $51,268,812 | $27,470,228 | -$6,629,772 |
Explanation of variances | Variance are due to delays in projects and global supply chain constraints caused by COVID-19. |
Contributions in support of Accommodation Measures for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project (voted)
Start date | July 31, 2019 |
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End date* | March 31, 2024 |
Type of transfer payment | Contributions |
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 | Resource Partnerships Sector Program |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
The objective of this program is to support active and meaningful Indigenous involvement in issues related to the Trans Mountain Expansion project to address potential project-related impacts and cumulative effects. This Transfer Payment Program does not include any repayable contributions. |
Results achieved |
During 2021-22, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) established 87 new Contribution Agreements (CAs) with Indigenous groups for the following initiatives:
Through these CAs, close to 90% of the 129 eligible Indigenous groups have accessed one or more of these initiatives. Indigenous groups accessed 78% of allocated funds in 2021-22. In light of COVID-19 and other pressures including natural disasters, the eligible expenditure period for these initiatives was extended from March 31, 2021 to December 31, 2022 to provide Indigenous groups with sufficient time to complete their projects. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Interdepartmental evaluation of the Trans-Mountain Pipeline Expansion – Terrestrial Cumulative Effects Initiative, led by ECCC, is expected to be completed by December 2023. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
NRCan worked horizontally with partner departments to engage eligible Indigenous Groups around the four accommodation measures it delivers. Engagement takes place through email distribution lists, website information, bilateral meetings, and virtual engagement activities such as workshops. Throughout 2021-22, NRCan engaged recipients regularly via email, phone and online meetings to ensure compliance with the requirements of the contribution agreements and to support access to accommodation measure funding in a timely manner. NRCan regularly receives feedback from Indigenous groups related to engagement and modifies its engagement strategies to meet emerging needs. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $4,447,342 | $10,716,052 | $13,500,000 | $30,172,567 | $23,676,244 | $10,176,244 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $4,447,342 | $10,716,052 | $13,500,000 | $30,172,567 | $23,676,244 | $10,176,244 |
Explanation of variances | The variance is due to in-year funding from reprofile and transfers from other government departments. Lapsed funds are a result of late submission of project proposals, leaving insufficient time to finalize agreements and issue payment. These funds are being reprofiled to Fiscal Year 2022-23. |
Contributions in support of Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration Program (voted)
Start date | April 14, 2016 |
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End date* | March 31, 2029 |
Type of transfer payment | Contributions |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2020-21 |
Link to departmental result(s) |
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Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Energy Innovation and Clean Technology |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
The Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration (EVID) Program supports the demonstration of innovative solutions to technical challenges and other barriers for the deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, including in multi-residential buildings, for cold-weather operation, public transit, autonomous vehicles and hydrogen trucks. Key outcomes from the program are expected to address potential technical and non-technical barriers for the deployment of charging and refuelling infrastructure for zero emissions vehicles (ZEVs). Outcomes for the EVID Program include:
Contribution payments made under this program are non-repayable. |
Results achieved |
The $76M Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration (EVID) Program continued to support the demonstration of next-generation and innovative electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refuelling infrastructure in Canada. The EVID program has supported over 30 projects in total. In 2021-22, EVID supported over 20 projects, including 10 newly announced projects. Projects supported a number of applications, including: novel charging technologies and business models for multi-unit residential buildings and workplaces; bi-directional charging with energy storage; heavy-duty truck charging and hydrogen infrastructure; transit electrification; and battery repurposing. Program funds were leveraged by contributor funds at a ratio of 2:1 (contributors: NRCan), achieving the program’s target. Examples of projects announced in 2021-22 include:
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Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of the Electric Vehicles Infrastructure Demonstration Program is planned for completion by December 2022. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | During 2021-2022, the EVID program held the first annual EVID Symposium and Consultation Session (attended by 95 stakeholders) that featured presentations by EVID program proponents to share objectives, results to date and expected outcomes of their respective projects with stakeholders from various sectors including industry, transit, academia, utilities, non-government organizations and government. The Symposium also conducted breakout group discussions on challenges, barriers and gaps related to the advancement of next generation electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure. Other consultations with proponents included scheduled monitoring and controlling of project technical results and budget expenditures and managing project amendments. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $10,083,419 | $9,369,410 | $7,482,312 | $8,482,312 | $12,055,044 | $4,572,732 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $10,083,419 | $9,369,410 | $7,482,312 | $8,482,312 | $12,055,044 | $4,572,732 |
Explanation of variances | Increase in spending is mainly related to the additional funding received through reprofile from prior fiscal year as well as funding transferred from other programs. |
Grants and Contributions in support of Home Retrofits (voted)
Start date | December 1, 2020 |
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End date* | 2025-26 |
Type of transfer payment | Grants |
Type of appropriation | Estimates |
Fiscal year for terms and conditions | 2020-21 |
Link to departmental result(s) | Clean technologies and energy efficiencies enhance economic performance |
Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Energy Efficiency Program |
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 program will provide up to 700,000 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. |
Results achieved |
As of June 8, 2022, just over a year since the Canada Greener Homes Grant Initiative launched on May 27, 2021, over 171,000 applications have been received through the national portal, with tens of thousands of additional applications being processed by partner programs in Quebec and Nova Scotia. The Initiative has also issued $38 million in grants to 10,300 homeowners. Additionally, 446 new energy advisors have been trained and added to the roster, which now totals 1,400 advisors across the country, and 17 additional agreements have been signed to support the recruitment, training, and mentorship of new energy advisors. Canadians can find out more about the status of applications and steps that have been taken to improve the process in the “Canada Greener Homes Grant Spring 2022 Update”. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of the Greener Homes Initiative is planned for completion by March 2026. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
Consulted with stakeholders of the program, including provincial and territorial governments, national Indigenous organizations, industry associations, and stakeholders representing diverse groups of Canadians to ensure that stakeholders are supportive of the program design and its complementarity with existing provincial programming. Engaged with Provinces and Territories for opting-in to deliver the program, which would require that they meet or exceed program criteria for co-delivery. Engaged with homeowners and based on feedback received made amendments to the grant portal to simplify the process and reduce the wait times for EnerGuide evaluations. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $210,000,000 | $210,000,000 | $53,610,498 | -$156,389,502 |
Total contributions | $0 | $0 | $0 | $500,000 | $19,866,989 | $19,866,989 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $0 | $0 | $210,000,000 | $210,500,000 | $73,477,487 | -$136,522,513 |
Explanation of variances | Given the program’s demand-driven nature, there is limited ability to anticipate when homeowners will request their grants. As a result there is a need to reprofile funding into future years to meet program delivery demands and ensure that the use of allocated funds is optimized over the life of the program. Lapsed funds are being reprofiled to future fiscal years. |
Grants and Contributions for Growing Canada’s Forests - 2 Billion Trees Program (voted)
Start date | 2021-22 |
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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 | Grants and Contributions for Growing Canada’s Forests - 2 Billion Trees Program has the objective of operationalizing the federal commitment to plant two billion incremental trees by engaging and involving a range of recipients, in order to contribute to Canada’s GHG emission reduction target in 2030 and net zero emissions target in 2050. It 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. |
Results achieved |
This program launched two Calls for Proposals (CFPs) in 2021. The February 2021 CFP resulted in the spending of over $59M to fund 72 projects, with approximately 28.9 million trees planted in the 2021-22 fiscal year, representing over 150 tree species planted in more than 500 sites across Canada. Tree planting projects funded through the February 2021 CFP ranged from restoration of habitat for species at risk, restoration of sites devastated by fire or insects, urban tree planting, and capacity-building. Of these 72 projects, 18% were Indigenous-led and almost 40% were led by conservation authorities and not-for-profit organizations. The second CFP launched in December 2021 focused on large multi-year agreements that will fuel stable demand and investments in capacity expansion for tree nurseries and seed collection. The program received over 200 proposals for the program’s tree-planting and capacity-building streams, with over $1B in funding requested for new projects and $30M requested for capacity-building. Of these 200 proposals, 21% are Indigenous-led, and 26% are urban projects. Bilateral negotiations with provinces and territories are occurring in parallel. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Horizontal Evaluation of the Natural Climate Solutions Fund, led by NRCan, is planned for completion by March 2026. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
In the 2021-22 fiscal year, the program continued to support ongoing dialogue through meetings, focus groups, and webinars with stakeholders and other levels of government. In early 2021, the program launched a public Request for Information (RFI) to solicit feedback from supply chain stakeholder groups to better understand opportunities and inform program design. The program is also co-developing an inclusive governance model for the Indigenous funding stream based on ongoing engagement with Indigenous partners. In 2021, the program developed a strategic communication strategy to inform Canadians on our progress. The strategic communication strategy outlines a structured and proactive strategy to provide consistent and coherent messaging to external and internal stakeholders and inform the next phases of the program. The strategy also provides the opportunity for the program to clearly communicate its objectives to stakeholders and gain a better understanding of stakeholders’ ability to participate in the program and the conditions necessary for them to be successful in subsequent calls for proposals (CFPs). Deliverables under this strategy that were achieved in the 2021-22 fiscal year include an update of the website and ongoing outreach and targeted webinars to build awareness with priority stakeholder groups. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $500,000 | $312,000 | $312,000 |
Total contributions | $0 | $0 | $0 | $59,000,000 | $58,835,415 | $58,835,415 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $0 | $0 | $0 | $59,500,000 | $59,147,415 | $59,147,415 |
Explanation of variances | Due to the timing of funding, no planned spending was identified during the preparation of Departmental Plan. As such, the variance is equivalent to the actual expenditures incurred during the year. |
Grants and Contributions in support of Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways (voted)
Start date | April 1, 2021 |
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End date* | March 31, 2025 |
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 | Electricity Resources |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
The Smart Renewables and Electrification Program (SREPs) provides direct financial support to projects that support the transition towards electrification through the deployment of renewable energy projects capable of providing grid services and transformation of the Canadian electricity grid. The program will also decrease barriers to participation for those underrepresented in the energy sector through its equity, diversity and inclusion requirements. Furthermore, 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 should the project generate profits within the first five years of operation. |
Results achieved |
SREPs has no targets or expected results before FY 2024-25. As of November 25, 2021, results include eleven projects approved for a total of 630 Megawatts (MW) of renewable energy. Altogether, the total cost of these projects is $1.2 B, $209 M of which has been requested in SREPs funding. Over 90% of applicants have included an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Plan. Performance Indicators:
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Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways is planned for completion by March 2026. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
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. Program advisors regularly meet with provincial/territorial representatives in targeted provinces to ensure linkages between federal and provincial support for SREPs projects. Indigenous representatives and non-government subject matter experts are involved in the evaluation process for capacity building stream proposals. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $200,000 | $100,000 | $100,000 |
Total contributions | $0 | $0 | $0 | $74,648,040 | $99,501,596 | $99,501,596 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $0 | $0 | $0 | $74,848,040 | $99,601,596 | $99,601,596 |
Explanation of variances | Variance is due to in-year funding in addition to internal transfers of funds from other programs for repayment in later fiscal years that allowed an accelerated spending of program funds to accommodate a rapid continuous intake of project proposals. |
Contributions in support of Strategic Interties Predevelopment Projects (voted)
Start date | April 1, 2021 |
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End date* | March 31, 2025 |
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 | 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. |
Results achieved | There have been two contribution agreements signed to date to fund engineering assessments, community engagement, and environmental and regulatory studies. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. No evaluation is currently planned for this program. The four-year program is not ongoing, and therefore section 42.1 of the FAA does not apply. 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. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
NRCan engaged in targeted outreach to some proponents following program launch. 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. Program advisors regularly meet with provincial/territorial representatives in targeted provinces to ensure linkages between federal and provincial support for SREPs projects. Indigenous representatives and non-government subject matter experts are involved in the evaluation process for capacity building stream proposals. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $0 | $0 | $0 | $5,000,000 | $580,000 | $580,000 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $0 | $0 | $0 | $5,000,000 | $580,000 | $580,000 |
Explanation of variances | The variance is due to funding received in-year through Supplementary Estimates offset by the temporary reallocation of funding between programs. |
Payments to the Nova Scotia Offshore Revenue Account (Statutory).docx
Start date | 1993-94 |
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End date* | Ongoing |
Type of transfer payment | Contributions |
Type of appropriation | Statutory authority. Payments to the Nova Scotia Offshore Revenue Fund (Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Petroleum Resources 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 219 of the Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Petroleum Resources Accord Implementation Act to make payments to the province of Nova Scotia equivalent to the revenue amounts received by Canada in relation to offshore oil and gas activities in the Canada-Nova Scotia offshore. The Federal Nova Scotia Offshore Revenue Account 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. |
Results achieved |
100% of the payments to Nova Scotia were processed on time and in accordance with the applicable regulations. Offshore gas production ended in the Canada-Nova Scotia offshore in 2018. The amount of money transferred to Nova Scotia is subject to change based on provincial royalty audits, forfeitures and re-assessments. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | The last cycle of the Continuous Audit of Offshore Revenues and Transfers was completed in October 2021. As part of NRCan’s continuous audit framework, the Audit and Evaluation Branch conducts audits and reports annually on select processes. The Continuous Audit covering March 2020 to March 2021 found that 14 of 15 key controls tested were effective, while one was partially effective. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 | Not applicable – Statutory payments are excluded from evaluation. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 | NRCan consulted with the Government of Nova Scotia 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.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $9,545,908 | $16,964,221 | $0 | $105,999,556 | $105,999,556 | $105,999,556 |
Total program | $9,545,908 | $16,964,221 | $0 | $105,999,556 | $105,999,556 | $105,999,556 |
Explanation of variances | The variance is due to forfeitures of exploration licences from oil companies received in year, which are not part of the planned spending. |
Contributions in support of Clean Fuels funds and Codes and Standards Programs (Voted)
Start date | June 16, 2021 |
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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 resource sectors are sustainable |
Link to the department’s Program Inventory | Lower Carbon Transportation |
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program |
To meet our net-zero goal, Canada’s economy will need to be powered by two equally important energy sources – clean power and clean fuels (e.g. clean hydrogen, advanced biofuels, liquid synthetic fuels, and renewable natural gas). Clean fuels are expected to play a critical role in ‘hard-to-decarbonize’ sectors such as industry and medium- and heavy-duty freight. Clean fuels make up less than 6% of Canada’s total energy supply, but between 10%-51% or more (up to 60% according to some projections) of Canada’s national energy demand is expected to be met with clean fuels in 2050 to reach its net-zero goal. The rapid and steady deployment of clean fuels will be necessary for Canada to meet its GHG mitigation targets for 2030 and 2050. To achieve the ambitious climate targets and grow the economy, Canada has introduced key measures to incentivize the production and use of clean fuels, such as the Clean Fuels Fund. 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, non-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 production, distribution, and use of clean fuels while ensuring they are compatible across jurisdictions. |
Results achieved |
The program held a call for project proposals for clean fuel production projects that was heavily over subscribed. Proposals are being evaluated, and project selection is expected in summer 2022. The program also launched an open call for project proposals for Indigenous-led production projects. |
Findings of audits completed in 2021–22 | No audit in 2021-22. |
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021–22 |
No evaluation in 2021-22. Evaluation of the Clean Fuels Fund Program is planned for completion by March 2026. |
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021–22 |
The Program has undertaken a comprehensive approach to engaging potential applicants. Before the program officially launched, information sessions were held to finalize elements of program design, and to signal that calls for proposals would be forthcoming. Information sessions were held on the day of program launch, as well as twice during the call for proposals, to address questions from the potential applicants. A comprehensive social media campaign was also undertaken, to raise awareness at each stage of the process. The program has a dedicated funding stream for Indigenous led projects, and also delivered several Indigenous engagement sessions to build awareness and address questions. |
*This date relates to the expiry date of the program policy authority which may be different from the actual funding end date.
Type of transfer payment | 2019–20 Actual spending | 2020–21 Actual spending | 2021–22 Planned spending | 2021–22 Total authorities available for use | 2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used) | Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned) |
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Total grants | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total contributions | $0 | $0 | $0 | $61,500,000 | $860,000 | $860,000 |
Total other types of transfer payments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total program | $0 | $0 | $0 | $61,500,000 | $860,000 | $860,000 |
Explanation of variances | Variance is mainly due to funding received during the year through Supplementary Estimates, offset by the temporary reallocation of funding between programs as well as a reprofile of funding to future years. |
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