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Section 6 |
Regulatory and Delegated Arrangements |
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Foundations |
This table provides information on development technology for which Environment Canada is the sponsor or co-sponsor
| Canadian Foundation for Climate and Atmospheric Sciences (CFCAS)www.cfcas.org |
| Objective |
$ Amount and Timing of Funding |
Projected use of Funds |
Expected Results |
Enhance Canada’s scientific capacity by funding the generation and dissemination of knowledge in areas of national importance and policy relevance, through focused support for excellent university-based research in climate and atmospheric sciences. Major objectives are to:
*Channel and strengthen Canada’s scientific capacity to address
climate change and air quality issues
*Provide the scientific basis for a better understanding of climate change, the climate system, (including processes and predictions), extreme weather, air quality, and marine environmental prediction
*Provide the scientific basis for policies addressing the impacts
of extreme weather, climate change and air quality as well as their implications for human health and the natural environment, including northern Canada.
*Foster collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches to research on meteorology, atmospheric science, air quality, climate and climate change.
*Encourage the participation and support of others, including the private sector, in climate and atmospheric sciences.
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CFCAS was established in
2000-2001, through a one-time contribution of $60M. The funds were
originally to be disbursed over six years.
A second one-time contribution of $50M was provided to CFCAS
in 2003-2004 to sustain and support the activities of the Foundation
until June 30, 2010 (with follow-up & "shutdown"
of activities as relevant, extending to March 31, 2011).
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CFCAS will continue to
invest strategically in excellent university-based research to:
provide relevant science to policy makers; generate better knowledge
of climate change and its impacts on the natural environment; provide
results to help Canada respond to its international environmental
commitments; and ensure a supply of skilled human resources to meet
future environmental challenges.
The Foundation will focus more heavily on funding major initiatives,
in partnership with other agencies, and promoting intersectoral
and interdisciplinary research partnerships.
Investments will be more targeted to strategic areas: Arctic climate,
extreme weather, air quality and marine environments.
From 2004 the Foundation will support a small number of international
science cooperation offices based in Canada, in conjunction with
other agencies. It will also promote more systematic transfer of
results to ‘stakeholder’ communities.
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* Improved weather predictions
and policies, environmental security and risk management strategies.
* Enhanced economic stability through generation and application
of new knowledge on climatic conditions conducive to smog, disease
vectors, exotic pest and plant species, avalanches, forest fires
and other threats.
* Better prediction and understanding of severe weather events (drought,
winter storms, floods).
*Generation of skilled scientists to meet societal and industry
needs, and fill positions vacated by retirements.
* More efficient and effective use of facilities and technologies
for monitoring regional climates (including earth observation systems).
*Better data on climate system processes influencing greenhouse
gas sources and sinks.
* Improved knowledge of oceans and atmospheric processes, for better
marine environmental predictions and a better understanding of the
role of oceans in climate.
* Enhanced prestige and profile of Canadian researchers; greater
involvement of Canadians in international scientific activities.
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This table provides information on Sustainable Development Technology for which Environment Canada is the sponsor or co-sponsor
| Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC)www.sdtc.ca |
| Objective |
$ Amount and Timing of Funding |
Projected Use of Funds |
Expected Results |
To provide funding to eligible recipients for eligible projects in Sustainable Development Technology particularly focusing on climate change (80%) and clean air (20%).
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An initial grant of $100M was announced in Budget 2000 and funds were transferred by the two lead departments, Environment Canada and Natural Resources Canada, in 2001-2002 for disbursement over 5 years.
As of February 2004, SDTC has announced $40M of funding for 27 projects, from the initial $100M grant. This is based on the first 3 rounds of funding.
An additional grant of $250M was announced in Budget 2003. A revised Funding Agreement was negotiated with SDTC Treasury Board Ministers. The new funds will be transferred by each of the lead departments before March 31, 2004. The period for commitment of the funds extends to December 31, 2007 and the period of disbursement extends to December 31, 2009. The term of the Funding Agreement is June 30, 2012, which allows for 2 years of project reporting, after each project has been completed.
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To fund the accelerated development and demonstration of collaborative projects which address the issues of climate change and air quality.
Eligible recipients must demonstrate the formation of creative and economically sound partnerships from the private sector, academia, not-for-profit organizations, and possibly federal or provincial or municipal governments (as potential participants, but not recipients of funds). These partners will contribute at least a further $750M of leveraged funding, since SDTC will fund, on average, up to 33% of an eligible project. There will be a 75% stacking limit for all forms of government funding on a per project basis.
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Upon diffusion of successful projects, major reductions in greenhouse gas emissions will result to facilitate reaching Canada's Kyoto objectives. Other EC priorities related to Clean Air will be met with new innovative technologies.
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This table provides information on municipalities for which Environment Canada is the sponsor or co-sponsor
| The Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Green Municipal Funds (GMF)www.fcm.ca |
| Objective |
$ Amount and Timing of Funding |
Projected use of Funds |
Expected Results |
Two complementary GMFs were created to stimulate municipal investments in innovative environmental infrastructure projects and practices to achieve cleaner air, water, and soil, to protect the climate and promote sustainable use of renewable and non-renewable resources. Program delivery to all Canadian municipalities is delegated to the FCM, which operates at arm's length from the Federal Government.
The Green Municipal Enabling Fund (GMEF) $50M fund, ending in 2007, that provides cost-shared grants for feasibility studies that assess the technical, environmental and/or economic feasibility of innovative environmental projects. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible costs to a maximum of $350,000.
The Green Municipal Investment Fund (GMIF) $200 M permanent revolving fund providing financing to municipal governments or their partners to underwrite the capital costs of innovative environmental infrastructure projects. Grants may also be provided for highly innovative projects.
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$50M (Endowments of $25M each in Budget 2000 and 2001).
$200M (endowments of $100M each in Budget 2000 and 2001).
Funds were provided by Environment Canada and Natural Resources Canada, each contributing half.
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The FCM will continue to use the GMF to fund innovative environmental projects. They have established a two phase selection process based on established criteria. Applicants first submit a brief description of their study as a letter of Intent to Apply. Only applicants that meet basic criteria are asked to proceed to the detailed application phase.
A Peer review committee of experts in the field evaluates applications. Recommendations from Peer Reviewer are presented to a 15-member Green Municipal Funds Council (GMFC) that oversees the activity and work of the GMF and makes recommendations to the FCM Board, which is the designated approval body for the Funds.
The Council consists of five representatives from the Government of Canada (2 from NRCan, 2 from EC and 1 from Transport Canada), five from the municipal sector and another five from non-government institutions and the private sector. This balanced membership assures fairness in the overview of the Funds.
In March 2004, FCM will complete their annual statement of plans for fulfilling the Fund objectives and purposes for the coming year as well as a mid-term independent evaluation of the GMF.
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* To improve air, water and soil quality, protect the climate, and have a positive impact on the health and the quality of life of Canadians by:
- Encouraging local environmental action in key sectors including:
- Energy and energy services;
- Water;
- Solid waste management;
- Sustainable transportation services and technologies;
- Sustainable community planning; and
- Integrated community projects.
- Leveraging private sector contributions to make cities and towns across Canada more energy efficient, at the same time reducing our greenhouse gas emissions.
- Improving the environmental efficiency and cost-effectiveness of municipal infrastructure.
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This table provides information on biosphere trusts for which Environment Canada is the sponsor or co-sponsor
| Clayoquot Biosphere Trust www.clayoquotbiosphere.org |
| Objective |
$ Amount and Timing of Funding |
Projected use of Funds |
Expected Results |
Establish and implement technical committees in marine/aquatic, terrestrial, education and community development to provide support and recommendations for approval of community-based initiatives.
Improve outreach to communities to facilitate better understanding and participation in the work of the Clayoquot Biosphere Trust.
Maintain current funding initiatives and explore other funding sources to maximize community benefit through educational scholarships, project funding, and collaborative partnerships.
Pursue targeted initiatives and partnerships to provide significant community benefit and provide opportunity to develop collaborative ventures. |
Funding is administered by the Clayoquot Biosphere Trust (CBT). |
Allocate resources to CBT committees to allow the provision of technical advice for the funding of community-based projects. |
Local communities and First Nations are engaged in continuing dialogue on developing local solutions towards conservation, sustainable development, and healthy communities.
Meetings organized and held with each First Nation and regional communities to create greater sense of involvement with the Clayoquot Bioshere Trust.
Additional funds pursued for use in scholarships to promote post-secondary education opportunities for local students.
Partnerships and alliances continued with the local communities and First Nations that lead to enhanced collaboration among stakeholders and solutions to local environmental and sustainable development challenges. |
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