An Innovative and Knowledge-based Economy

The listing below presents the federal departments, agencies and Crown corporations that contribute to the achievement of the Government of Canada outcome An Innovative and Knowledge-based Economy.

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By clicking on the strategic outcomes of departments and agencies, you can access information on plans, expenditures, and results contained in Reports on Plans and Priorities, Departmental Performance Reports and the Annual Report to Parliament on Crown Corporations and Other Corporate Interests of Canada. You can also access information on audits and evaluations.

Departmental Strategic Outcomes

Agriculture and Agri-food Canada

• Health of the Environment
• Innovation for Growth
• Security of the Food System

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency

• Enterprise Development: Improved growth and competitiveness of Atlantic small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), leading to increased productivity, earned incomes and employment opportunities

Canadian Grain Commission

• Research and development on grain quality that enhances the marketability of Canadian grain

Canadian Heritage

• Connections: Fostering and strengthening connections among Canadians and deepening understanding across diverse communities

Canadian Institutes of Health Research

• Outstanding Research - Best health research supported to create health knowledge responding to opportunities and priorities
• Outstanding Researchers in Innovative Environments - Strong health research community able to undertake outstanding research

Canadian Space Agency

• Contributions to the Quality of Life
• Promotion and Awareness of the Canadian Space Program
• Social and Educational Benefits for Canadians
• World-Class Space Research

Citizenship and Immigration Canada

• Maximizing economic and social benefits of migration to Canada

Environment Canada

• Conservation of biodiversity in healthy ecosystems
• Help Canadians adapt to their environment in ways that safeguard their health and safety, optimize economic activity and enhance environmental quality
• Protection from domestic and global sources of pollution

Fisheries and Oceans

• Understanding of the oceans and aquatic resources

Human Resources and Skills Development Canada

• Enhanced productivity and competitiveness of Canadian workplaces by supporting investment in and recognition and utilization of skills
• Through access to learning, Canadians can participate fully in a knowledge-based economy and society

Indian and Northern Affairs Canada and Canadian Polar Commission

• The Economy - Increased participation by Aboriginal people and Northerners in the economy
• The People - Strengthened individual and family well-being for First Nations, Inuit and Northerners

Industry Canada

• An innovative economy

Infrastructure Canada

• Meeting the priority needs of Canadians for infrastructure that contributes to quality of life, a healthy environment, economic growth, sustainable rural and urban development, innovation and international trade

International Trade Canada

• Attraction and retention of foreign investment and technology, and promotion of investment abroad in order to create jobs and prosperity in Canada

National Defence

• Sustain Forces

National Research Council Canada

• Excellence and Leadership in R&D;
• Technology Clusters
• Value for Canada

Natural Resources Canada

• Canadians derive sustainable social and economic benefits from the assessment, development and use of energy, forest and mineral resources, and have the knowledge to mitigate environmental impacts and respond effectively to natural and man-made hazards.

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada

• Economic and social benefits arising from the provision of a highly skilled workforce and knowledge transfer of Canadian discoveries in the natural sciences and engineering from universities to other sectors, and informed access to research results from around the world

Patented Medicine Prices Review Board

• Report on pharmaceutical research-and-development expenditures of patentees Canada

Social Development Canada

• A Canada where the capacities of individuals, children, families, and communities are strengthened in order to promote social inclusion, participation, and well-being

Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada

• Institutional Support – A Strong Canadian Research Environment
• Knowledge Mobilization – The Transfer, Dissemination, and Use of Human Sciences Knowledge
• People – A First Class Research Capacity
• Research – New Knowledge Based on Excellent Research

Transport Canada

• Ensure high standards for a safe and secure transportation system

Western Economic Diversification Canada

• Innovation: A strengthened western Canadian innovation system

Crown Corporation Mandates

Atomic Energy of Canada Limited

• Sustain and enhance nuclear technology to safely and securely support Canada's nuclear energy supply; manage nuclear wastes and legacy liabilities; and maximize return on investment in nuclear technology by supplying innovative products and services.

Business Development Bank of Canada

• To promote and assist in the development of business enterprises in Canada, especially small and medium-sized, by providing a wide range of financial and business management consulting products and services.

Canada Council for the Arts

• To foster and promote the study, enjoyment and production of works in the arts.

Canada Pension Plan Investment Board

• To manage prudently and professionally in the best interests of contributors and beneficiaries, with a view to achieving a maximum rate of return without undue risk of loss, funds transferred to the CPP Investment Board from the Canada Pension Plan account.