2015-2016
Report on Plans and Priorities
Section 2
Section II: Analysis of Programs by Strategic Outcome
Infrastructure Canada's Program Alignment Architecture (PAA) has one Strategic Outcome, six Programs, and Internal Services in support of its activities. The information presented in this section is organized according to Infrastructure Canada's PAA structure:
Strategic Outcome: Public Infrastructure for a More Prosperous Canada
Programs:
- Funding for Provincial-Territorial Priorities;
- Permanent and Flexible Infrastructure Funding;
- Investments in National Infrastructure Priorities;
- Large-Scale Infrastructure Investments;
- Infrastructure Investments in Small Communities and Rural Areas; and
- New Bridge for the St. Lawrence Corridor Project.
Performance indicators developed for Infrastructure Canada's Strategic Outcome offer insights into Canada's commitment to infrastructure in two ways: service levels in infrastructure expressed as the stock of infrastructure per capita, and sustained public investment levels in infrastructure. The two are highly interrelated and, ultimately, have an impact on Canada's long-term prosperity.
| Performance Indicators | Targets | Date to be Achieved |
|---|---|---|
| Rank among G7 countries for public investment in infrastructure as a percentage of GDP | Above G7 average | March 31, 2016 |
| Core public infrastructure investments to depreciation* | Ratio: 1.7 | March 31, 2016 |
| Core public infrastructure stock per capita** | $12,200 | March 31, 2016 |
Notes:
[*] "Core public infrastructure" comprises the following asset categories: bridges, roads, water, wastewater, public transit and, cultural and recreational facilities. "Depreciation" refers to the value of wear and tear on physical assets resulting from use in the production of goods and services.
[**] "Stock" refers here to the value of all core public infrastructure assets still in use. The purchase of new capital, and thus investment increases the stock of capital. Depreciation decreases the stock of capital through wear and tear and the passage of time.
Sources for these indicators are OECD and Statistics Canada data.
2.1 Strategic Outcome
Public Infrastructure for a More Prosperous Canada
2.1.1 Program: Funding for Provincial-Territorial Priorities
Program Description for Funding for Provincial-Territorial Priorities:
This program provides predictable funding to each province and territory to enhance Canada's public infrastructure system. Federal payments to provinces and territories are made in accordance with the terms and conditions of signed funding agreements, including federal acceptance of Capital Plans and Expenditure Reports. Funding through this program leverages additional contributions from other funding partners to increase overall investment in public infrastructure for Canadians. Payments may be made up-front and cost-sharing provisions apply to a Capital Plan as a whole, and not to the individual initiatives within a Capital Plan. This program uses funding from the following transfer payment: the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund.
| 2015-2016 Main Estimates | 2015-2016 Planned Spending | 2016-2017 Planned Spending | 2017-2018 Planned Spending |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91,061,247 | 91,061,247 | 31,890,514 | 08 |
| 2015-2016 | 2016-2017 | 2017-2018 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 09 |
| Expected Results | Performance Indicators | Targets* note 1 for table for Funding for Provincial-Territorial Priorities | Date to be Achieved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Funding for provincial-territorial priorities leverages investments in infrastructure by other partners to increase overall investment in public infrastructure for Canadians | Funding leveraged from partners as a percentage of federal funding for provinces | 100% | March 31, 2016 |
| Funding leveraged from partners as a percentage of federal funding for territories | 33% | March 31, 2016 |
[* note 1 for table for Funding for Provincial-Territorial Priorities] Cumulative targets over the life of the program, estimated up to March 31, 2016.
Planning Highlights for Funding for Provincial-Territorial Priorities
In order to provide provinces and territories with federal financial support for their infrastructure priorities, key planning highlights under this program include:
- Reviewing and continuing to accept provincial/territorial Expenditure Reports, including any planned final Expenditure Reports required in order to release final federal payments to jurisdictions under the program;
- Continuing to undertake program close-out in provinces and territories that meet all applicable program end requirements; and
- Ensuring the sound administration of the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund by maintaining focus on program stewardship and prudent management.
As provinces and territories move toward the completion of all initiatives under the program, the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund continues to provide predictable funding to help them address their core infrastructure priorities.
2.1.2 Program: Permanent and Flexible Infrastructure Funding
Program Description for Permanent and Flexible Infrastructure Funding:
In support of community infrastructure for Canadians, this program provides long-term, predictable and flexible funding for municipalities, supporting long-term municipal planning and asset management in order to address infrastructure priorities. Funding is provided to build and rehabilitate public infrastructure based on overall compliance with the terms and conditions of the governing funding agreements. Federal funding is provided up-front and does not need to be used in the year it is provided. Funding is provided under the renewed Gas Tax Fund.
| 2015-2016 Main Estimates | 2015-2016 Planned Spending | 2016-2017 Planned Spending | 2017-2018 Planned Spending |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,976,213,928 | 1,976,213,928 | 2,074,891,927 | 2,074,841,823 |
| 2015-2016 | 2016-2017 | 2017-2018 |
|---|---|---|
| 24 | 24 |
| Expected Results | Performance Indicators | Targets | Date to be Achieved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provinces, territories and municipal associations are accountable for funding provided to local governments through Permanent and Flexible Public Infrastructure Funding | Percentage of jurisdictions in compliance with agreement reporting requirements | 100% | March 31, 2016 |
| Municipalities have access to Permanent and Flexible Infrastructure Funding to build and improve infrastructure | Percentage of Gas Tax Fund allocation flowed to agreement signatories | 100% | March 31, 2016 |
Planning Highlights for Permanent and Flexible Infrastructure Funding
In order to provide municipalities with federal financial support for their infrastructure priorities, key planning highlights under this program include:
- Collaborating with provincial, territorial and municipal partners to ensure that municipalities have ongoing access to funding to build and improve municipal infrastructure;
- Collaborating with provincial, territorial and municipal partners to develop reporting frameworks for new project categories; and
- Continuing to implement the renewed federal-provincial/territorial administrative agreements for the permanent Gas Tax Fund. Other activities will include ensuring and monitoring compliance with all program requirements to allow Infrastructure Canada to flow GTF payments to signatories.
2.1.3 Program: Investments in National Infrastructure Priorities
Program Description for Investments in National Infrastructure Priorities:
This program directs funding to infrastructure projects that help to advance national priorities that are important to Canadians. Funding through this program typically leverages additional contributions from other funding partners for eligible infrastructure projects. Funding is merit-based and is provided on a competitive basis for most of these transfer payment programs. Payments are provided based on eligible costs incurred with respect to signed contribution agreements. This program uses funding from the following transfer payments: the New Building Canada Fund-National Infrastructure Component, Green Infrastructure Fund, Border Infrastructure Fund and the Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway Fund.
| 2015-2016 Main Estimates | 2015-2016 Planned Spending | 2016-2017 Planned Spending | 2017-2018 Planned Spending |
|---|---|---|---|
| 148,607,942 | 148,607,942 | 263,432,775 | 396,626,060 |
| 2015-2016 | 2016-2017 | 2017-2018 |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | 32 | 35 |
| Expected Results | Performance Indicators | Targets* note 1 for table for Investments in National Infrastructure Priorities | Date to be Achieved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infrastructure Canada's funding leverages investments in infrastructure by other partners to increase overall investment in public infrastructure for Canadians | Funding leveraged from partners as a percentage of federal funding (committed) | 100% | March 31, 2016 |
| National priority infrastructure projects delivered using traditional procurement are implemented that promote economic growth, livable communities and a cleaner environment | Number of national infrastructure priority projects completed | 16 | March 31, 2016 |
| Value of national infrastructure priority projects completed | $1.7 billion | March 31, 2016 | |
| National priority infrastructure projects delivered as public-private partnerships (P3) are implemented that promote economic growth, livable communities and a cleaner environment | Number of national infrastructure priority projects delivered as P3s | 0 | March 31, 2016 |
| Value of national infrastructure priority projects delivered as P3s | $0 | March 31, 2016 |
[* note 1 for table for Investments in National Infrastructure Priorities] Cumulative targets over the life of the program. Rolled-up targets for this Program are based on the following transfer payment programs only: the Green Infrastructure Fund and the Border Infrastructure Fund. The planned completion date for the only project under the Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway Fund project is March 31, 2018.
Planning Highlights for Investments in National Infrastructure Priorities
The planning highlights for this program fall under the following four transfer payment programs:
New Building Canada Fund—National Infrastructure Component:
In order to provide funding for projects of national significance, particularly those that support job creation, economic growth and productivity, key planning highlights for 2015-2016 under the New Building Canada Fund-National Infrastructure Component include:
- Continuing to work with funding partners to implement the New Building Canada Fund-National Infrastructure Component, by reviewing the project business cases submitted, and negotiating and signing contribution agreements; and
- Overseeing the implementation of project-specific agreements, ensuring that the terms of these agreements are respected, that claims of payment are processed efficiently, and that projects progress and are completed in compliance with agreement conditions.
Green Infrastructure Fund:
In order to provide funding for public infrastructure projects that contribute to cleaner air, cleaner water and reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and support a more sustainable economy over the long term, key planning highlights under the Green Infrastructure Fund include:
- Continuing to complete due diligence and negotiate contribution agreements for green infrastructure projects announced as funding priorities under the Green Infrastructure Fund;
- Collaborating with partners to complete amendments to individual project funding agreements, allowing sufficient time for recipients to complete all projects; and
- Continuing to oversee the implementation of existing contribution agreements, ensuring that the terms of these agreements are respected and that claims for payment are processed efficiently.
Border Infrastructure Fund:
As funding under the Border Infrastructure Fund is entirely committed to projects, the Department will focus primarily on continuing to monitor the final three projects under the Border Infrastructure Fund in partnership with Transport Canada.
Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway Fund:
The construction of the first all-season road between Inuvik and Tuktoyaktuk will connect southern Canada to the Arctic Coast of the Beaufort Sea. This will contribute to and generate economic and social opportunities for Aboriginal people, Northerners and their communities. Key planning highlights under this fund include:
- Flowing milestone payments to the government of the Northwest Territories as per the terms and conditions of the agreement; and
- Maintaining oversight to ensure the sound administration of the Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway Fund with an ongoing focus on program stewardship and prudent management.
2.1.4 Program: Large-Scale Infrastructure Investments
Program Description for Large-Scale Infrastructure Investments:
This program invests in infrastructure projects of national, regional and/or local significance. Funding through this program leverages additional contributions from other funding partners for eligible infrastructure projects. Funding may be jurisdictionally allocated. Actual payments are provided based on eligible costs incurred with respect to signed contribution agreements. This program uses funding from the following transfer payments: the New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-National and Regional Projects, Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component and the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund.
| 2015-2016 Main Estimates | 2015-2016 Planned Spending | 2016-2017 Planned Spending | 2017-2018 Planned Spending |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,174,990,518 | 1,174,990,518 | 1,214,341,987 | 891,025,690 |
| 2015-2016 | 2016-2017 | 2017-2018 |
|---|---|---|
| 49 | 45 | 45 |
| Expected Results | Performance Indicators | Targets* note 1 for table for Large-Scale Infrastructure Investments | Date to be Achieved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infrastructure Canada's funding leverages investments in infrastructure by other partners to increase overall investment in public infrastructure for Canadians | Funding leveraged from partners as a percentage of federal funding (committed) | 100% | March 31, 2016 |
| Large-scale infrastructure projects delivered using traditional procurement are implemented that promote a stronger economy, livable communities and a cleaner environment | Number of large-scale infrastructure projects completed | 216 | March 31, 2016 |
| Value of large-scale infrastructure projects completed | $16.6 billion | March 31, 2016 | |
| Large-scale projects delivered as public-private partnerships (P3) are implemented that promote economic growth | Number of large-scale projects delivered as a P3 | 8** note 2 for table for Large-Scale Infrastructure Investments | March 31, 2016 |
| Value of large-scale projects delivered as a P3 | $5.6 billion** note 2 for table for Large-Scale Infrastructure Investments | March 31, 2016 |
[* note 1 for table for Large-Scale Infrastructure Investments] Cumulative targets over the life of the program, estimated up to March 31, 2016. Rolled-up targets for this Program are based on the following transfer payment programs: the New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-National and Regional Projects, the Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component and the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund.
[** note 2 for table for Large-Scale Infrastructure Investments] P3 projects funded through the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund and the Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component.
Planning Highlights for Large-Scale Infrastructure Investments
The planning highlights for this program fall under the following three transfer payment programs:
New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component (National and Regional Projects):
In order to provide funding for projects of national and regional significance, key planning highlights for 2015-2016 under the New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-National and Regional Projects (PTIC-NRP) include:
- Continuing to work with the provinces and territories to implement this program, by reviewing project proposals, and negotiating and signing contribution agreements, and
- Overseeing the implementation of project-specific agreements, ensuring that the terms of these agreements are respected, that claims of payment are processed efficiently, and that projects progress and are completed in compliance with agreement conditions.
Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component:
In order to provide funding for quality, cost-effective public infrastructure that contributes to a competitive economy, cleaner environment and livable communities by targeting larger infrastructure projects of national or regional significance, key planning highlights under the Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component include:
- Continuing to complete due diligence and sign project-specific contribution agreements for major infrastructure projects announced as funding priorities under the 2007 Building Canada Fund;
- Continuing to oversee the implementation of project-specific agreements, in collaboration with partners as appropriate ensuring that the terms of these agreements are respected, that claims for payment are processed efficiently and that close-out of projects is completed; and
- Collaborating with partners to complete amendments to individual project funding agreements, to allow sufficient time for recipients to complete all projects.
Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund:
In order to provide funding for quality, cost-effective public infrastructure that meets the needs of Canadians, key planning highlights under the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund include:
- Overseeing the implementation of project-specific agreements, in collaboration with partners as appropriate, ensuring that the terms of these agreements are respected and that claims are processed efficiently;
- Collaborating with partners to complete amendments to individual project funding agreements, allowing sufficient time for recipients to complete all projects; and
- Overseeing project completion and close-out while adhering to consistent monitoring and reviewing procedures.
2.1.5 Program: Infrastructure Investments in Smaller Communities and Rural Areas
Program Description for Infrastructure Investments in Smaller Communities and Rural Areas:
This program invests in infrastructure projects in small communities and rural areas to support local and/or regional priorities and economies. Funding through this program leverages additional contributions from other funding partners for eligible infrastructure projects. Funding may be jurisdictionally allocated. Payments are provided based on eligible costs incurred with respect to signed contribution agreements. This program uses funding from the following transfer payments: the New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-Small Communities Fund, Building Canada Fund-Communities Component and the National Recreational Trails program.
| 2015-2016 Main Estimates | 2015-2016 Planned Spending | 2016-2017 Planned Spending | 2017-2018 Planned Spending |
|---|---|---|---|
| 171,319,905 | 171,319,905 | 204,271,622 | 71,062,874 |
| 2015-2016 | 2016-2017 | 2017-2018 |
|---|---|---|
| 25 | 29 | 27 |
| Expected Results | Performance Indicators | Targets* note 1 for table for Infrastructure Investments in Smaller Communities and Rural Areas | Date to be Achieved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infrastructure Canada's funding leverages investments in infrastructure by other partners to increase overall investment in public infrastructure for Canadians | Funding leveraged from partners as a percentage of federal funding (committed) | 200% | March 31, 2016 |
| Infrastructure projects that promote a cleaner environment for small communities and rural areas are implemented | Number of small communities/rural areas infrastructure projects completed | 323 | March 31, 2016 |
| Value of small communities/rural areas infrastructure projects completed | $1.3 billion | March 31, 2016 | |
| Infrastructure projects that promote livable small communities and rural areas are implemented | Number of small communities/rural areas infrastructure projects completed | 645 | March 31, 2016 |
| Value of small communities/rural areas infrastructure projects completed | $1.8 billion | March 31, 2016 | |
| Infrastructure projects that promote stronger small and rural economies are implemented | Number of small communities/rural areas infrastructure projects completed | 239 | March 31, 2016 |
| Value of small communities/rural areas infrastructure projects completed | $0.6 billion | March 31, 2016 |
[* note 1 for table for Infrastructure Investments in Smaller Communities and Rural Areas] Cumulative targets over the life of the program, estimated up to March 31, 2016. Targets for this program are based on the following transfer payment programs: the New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-Small Communities Fund, Building Canada Fund-Communities Component and the National Recreational Trails Program.
Planning Highlights for Infrastructure Investments in Smaller Communities and Rural Areas
The planning highlights for this program fall under the three following transfer payment programs:
New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component (Small Communities Fund):
In order to provide funding for local projects in communities of less than 100,000 people, key planning highlights for 2015-2016 under the New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-Small Communities Fund (PTIC-SCF) include:
- Negotiating and signing any remaining agreements with provinces and territories; and
- Working with provinces and territories to oversee the implementation of agreements, ensuring that the terms of these agreements are respected, that payment of claims are processed efficiently, and that projects progress and are completed in compliance with agreement conditions.
Building Canada Fund-Communities Component:
In order to provide funding for local projects in small communities of less than 100,000 people, key planning highlights for 2015-2016 under the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component (BCF-CC) include:
- Working with Federal Delivery Partners and provinces to oversee the implementation of agreements, ensuring that the terms of these agreements are respected, that payment of claims are processed efficiently, and that projects progress and are completed in compliance with agreement conditions. As the BCF-CC is beginning to wind down, the Department will focus primarily on completing requirements for project closure, monitoring ongoing projects and preparing for program close-out.
National Recreational Trails Program:
The objective of the program is to create, upgrade and sustain recreational trails throughout the country in order to stimulate local economies and enhance Canada's trail infrastructure. This program will bring immediate seasonal economic activity to small and rural communities in the form of job creation. Moreover, this funding will result in a lasting legacy of recreational trails that will benefit Canadians for many years to come.
Key planning highlights for 2015-2016 under the National Recreational Trails Program include working with the National Trails Coalition to continue to implement the program in alignment with the agreement term and conditions prior to close out in that fiscal year.
2.1.6 Program: New Bridge for the St. Lawrence Corridor Project
Program Description for New Bridge for the St. Lawrence Corridor Project:
In support of the Government of Canada's economic and safety priorities, this program ensures the overall delivery of the new bridge for the St. Lawrence corridor project in Montréal, Quebec. Infrastructure Canada is the project authority charged with overseeing the delivery of this project which will provide a safe, secure and efficient crossing for local residents, commuters and commercial traffic. The new bridge will contribute to the increased capacity and efficiency of gateway and corridor infrastructure regionally and nationally. The project is to be carried out as a public-private partnership.
| 2015-2016 Main Estimates | 2015-2016 Planned Spending | 2016-2017 Planned Spending | 2017-2018 Planned Spending |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42,661,977 | 42,661,977 | TBD10 | TBD10 |
| 2015-2016 | 2016-2017 | 2017-2018 |
|---|---|---|
| 61 | 60 | 60 |
| Expected Results | Performance Indicators | Targets | Date to be Achieved |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBSL corridor infrastructure projects that promote a more prosperous Canada (a safe and efficient transportation system that supports trade) are implemented | Number of project milestones achieved | 3 (New Bridge for the St. Lawrence, New Iles des Soeurs Bridge, Reconstruction of A-15) | December 1st, 2018 for NBSL and December 1st, 2020 for other components |
| P3 procurements of the corridor projects that promote value for money for Canadian taxpayers, through on-time and on-budget delivery of projects, are implemented | Construction of the assets is completed on time | Official opening to the public |
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| Construction of the assets is completed on budget | TBD at later date* note 1 for table for New Bridge for the St. Lawrence Corridor Project | December 1st, 2020 |
[* note 1 for table for New Bridge for the St. Lawrence Corridor Project] Note: This performance target will be set once the bids for the New Bridge for the St. Lawrence are received.
Planning Highlights for New Bridge for the St. Lawrence Corridor Project
In addition to the expected results identified above, efforts under this program will contribute to meeting one of the Department's priorities for 2015-2016, as described in section 1.4 of this report. The Department will also manage risks related to the delivery of the new bridge for the St. Lawrence corridor project, as described in section 1.5.
As part of this program, Infrastructure Canada will undertake the following key initiatives in 2015-2016:
- Complete the evaluation of the technical and financial proposals submitted by proponents, as a result of the Request for Proposals;
- Based on an evaluation of the proposals, select a preferred proponent to conduct early works on the new bridge for the St. Lawrence corridor project, in order to capitalize on the 2015 construction season;
- Upon financial close, sign the project agreement with the private partner who is chosen to construct, finance, operate and maintain the assets for a period of 35 years;
- Oversee and support the construction of the assets to ensure compliance with prescribed timelines and budget; and
- Continue to work with stakeholders, including provincial and municipal governments, other public and private organizations and Canadians to promote safety and efficiency of the St. Lawrence Corridor.
2.2 Program: Internal Services
Program Description for Internal Services:
Internal Services are groups of related activities and resources that are administered to support the needs of programs and other corporate obligations of an organization. Internal services include only those activities and resources that apply across an organization, and not those provided to a specific program. The groups of activities include: Management and Oversight Services, Communications Services, Human Resources Management Services, Financial Management Services, Information Management Services, and Information Technology Services.
| 2015-2016 Main Estimates | 2015-2016 Planned Spending | 2016-2017 Planned Spending | 2017-2018 Planned Spending |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28,407,230 | 28,407,230 | 27,932,752 | 26,880,935 |
| 2015-2016 | 2016-2017 | 2017-2018 |
|---|---|---|
| 177 | 177 | 174 |
Planning Highlights for Internal Services
The planning highlights for Internal Services focus on the key activities that help strengthen the services to support the Department in its mandate.
Management and Oversight:
Internal Audit:
During the planning period, the Department will:
- Proactively monitor the audit universe and identify emerging risks based on the Department's major activities;
- Implement the approved risk-based audit plan and report findings to the Departmental Audit Committee;
- Provide an evidence-based follow-up process to monitor the implementation of management action plans for all outstanding audit recommendations; and
- Provide advisory services in support of management requests.
Evaluation:
During the planning period, the Department will:
- Implement the approved evaluation plan and report findings to the Departmental Evaluation Committee;
- Provide an evidence-based follow-up process to monitor the implementation of management action plans for all outstanding evaluation recommendations; and
- Provide advice and guidance on the development of Performance Measurement Strategies and Frameworks.
Risk Management:
During the planning period, the Department will:
- Monitor and report on the implementation and effectiveness of risk responses; and
- Review and update the Department's Corporate Risk Profile through its established risk management approach which includes an environmental scan, risk identification and assessment, risk responses and risk monitoring.
Destination 2020:
During the planning period, the Department will:
- Continue to work collaboratively with Transport Canada on a number of People Management initiatives such as leadership development and sharing applicable learning opportunities; and
- Undertake several measures to streamline operations and increase efficiencies.
Corporate Planning:
During the planning period, the Department will:
- Implement its corporate integrated planning process to support priority-setting and decision-making, to enhance integrated resource allocation and use, and to reduce duplication of effort in planning and reporting functions across the Department.
Oversight of Crown Corporation:
During the planning period, the Department will:
- Continue to provide support and oversight of the Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated (JCCBI), including ensuring that JCCBI has access to the necessary parliamentary appropriations to carry out its priorities; and
- Oversee the interface between JCCBI business and the new bridge for the St. Lawrence (NBSL) corridor project in order to ensure that both JCCBI and NBSL commitments are fulfilled.
Communications:
During the planning period, the Department will:
- Communicate up-to-date information related to existing infrastructure programming and departmental priorities — such as the New Building Canada Plan and the renewed federal Gas Tax Fund — and will communicate the results of our significant infrastructure investments to Canadians;
- Provide effective communications support for the new bridge for the St. Lawrence corridor project to ensure public awareness about the project and its benefits, and to ensure continued visibility of the Federal Government's role in this private-public partnership;
- Continue make key information readily available to local and national media through announcements and other activities;
- Continue to improve and update our public website with information for Canadians and stakeholders; and
- Provide corporate and internal communications to support the Minister's Office, organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.
Human Resource Management:
During the planning period, the Department will continue efforts to renew the workforce, to support employees' development and to ensure that the workplace promotes the well-being, wellness and productivity of employees by:
- Supporting Destination 2020 initiatives related to people management;
- Working with Branch Heads to ensure the Department has the right people with the right mix of skills to meet departmental priorities;
- Overseeing the implementation of the Performance Management Directive;
- Implementing the new enterprise-wide, government systems related to people management such as PeopleSoft and Phoenix;
- Addressing the 2014 Public Service Employee Survey results;
- Continuing to foster a positive culture of values and ethics and promote diversity and the use of both of Canada's official languages;
- Continuing to provide targeted and relevant learning opportunities and developmental programs to INFC employees;
- Continuing to ensure a safe and secure working environment by developing and implementing an effective and efficient security program; and
- Continuing to ensure the availability of critical support functions by updating the business impact analysis and relevant business continuity plans.
Financial Management:
During the planning period, the Department will continue to strengthen the overall effectiveness of financial management and expenditure management systems by:
- Maintaining, monitoring and reviewing the departmental system of internal control to mitigate risks;
- Participating in and/or implementing government-wide initiatives, such as payment by direct deposit, pay modernization, financial management transformation, back-office reform, grants and contribution reform, and others; and
- Reviewing the departmental financial management policy suite, to allow the Department to strengthen stewardship and accountabilities, and streamline and update its policy instruments.
Information Management:
During the planning period, the Department will:
- Invest in the direct support of the activities of its programs. These investments will largely focus on enhancing the Program Information Management System (PIMS) to support the delivery of the new infrastructure programs such as the New Building Canada Fund and the renewed Gas Tax Fund.
Access to Information and Privacy Services:
During the planning period, the Department will:
- Ensure timely responses to Access to Information and Privacy Act (ATIP) inquiries; and
- Provide ongoing training for employees.
Information Technology:
During the planning period, the Department will:
- Continue to support whole-of-government initiatives related to information technology (IT) modernization in areas such as policy renewal and changes in the provision of services for email, telephones, documents management, end user devices and software.
Footnotes
[8] There is no Planned Spending under this program in 2017-2018, as payments are scheduled to be completed by 2016-2017.
[9] There is no human resources requirement under this program in 2017-2018, as the program is scheduled to be substantially completed by 2016-2017.
[10] Funding for this program in 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 is expected to be obtained through 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 Estimates processes.
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