Departmental Plan 2018-19
Details of Transfer Payment Programs of $5 Million or More


Infrastructure Canada manages the following Transfer Payment Programs:Footnote 1

  • Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF);
  • Border Infrastructure Fund (BIF);
  • Gas Tax Fund (GTF);
  • Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund (PT-Base Fund);
  • Building Canada Fund-Communities Component (BCF-CC);
  • Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component (BCF-MIC);
  • Green Infrastructure Fund (GIF);
  • New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-National and Regional Projects (PTIC-NRP);
  • New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-Small Communities Fund (PTIC-SCF);
  • New Building Canada Fund-National Infrastructure Component (NBCF-NIC);
  • Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF);
  • Clean Water and Wastewater Fund (CWWF);
  • Asset Management Fund (AMF);
  • Capacity Building for Climate Change Challenges Fund (CB3CF);
  • Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative (TWRI);
  • Smart Cities Challenge; and
  • Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP).

Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF):

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund

Start Date

2003-2004

End Date

2019-2020Footnote2

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year For Terms And ConditionsFootnote3

2011-2012

Link To Departmental Results Framework

Historical programs

Description

This program supports projects that sustain economic growth and enhance the quality of life of Canadians. Investments are made in cooperation with the provinces, territories, municipalities, and the private sector, and contribute to the construction, renewal and/or enhancement of public infrastructure. The Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund leverages additional contributions from other partners by providing up to 50 percent funding for eligible projects.Footnote4

Expected Results

Infrastructure Canada funding through the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund leverages investments in infrastructure by other partners. Large-scale Infrastructure is implemented that promotes a competitive economy, livable communities, and a cleaner environment.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

2014-2015

Decision Following the Results Of Last Evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2018-2019Footnote 5

General Targeted Recipient Groups

The recipient may be a provincial, territorial or local government, a private partner, a non-government organization, or a combination thereof.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

Not applicable as all funding available for projects under this program has been committed.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

65,192,895

24,602,334

17,416,706

0Footnote 6

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

65,192,895

24,602,334

17,416,706

0

Border Infrastructure Fund (BIF):

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Border Infrastructure Fund

Start Date

2003-2004

End Date

2019-2020Footnote 7

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2011-2012

Link to Departmental Results Framework

Historical Programs

Description

This program provides funding for investments in physical infrastructure, transportation system infrastructure and improved analytical capacity at the largest surface border crossings between Canada and the United States, as well as several other crossing points in Canada. Announced in Budget 2001, the fund provides up to 50 percent federal funding to support eligible projects at Canada's border crossings. Transport Canada is the federal delivery partner for this program.Footnote 8

Expected Results

Infrastructure Canada funding through the Border Infrastructure Fund leverages investments in infrastructure by other partners. The fund supports transportation infrastructure that improves the flow of people and goods at the border crossings.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

2014-2015

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

N/A

General Targeted Recipient Groups

The recipient may be a provincial, territorial or local government, a private partner, a non-government organization, or a combination thereof.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

Not applicable as all funding available for projects under this program has been committed.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

236,300

1,073,304

16,750,000

0Footnote 9

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

236,300

1,073,304

16,750,000

0

Gas Tax Fund (GTF):

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Gas Tax Fund

Start Date

2005-2006

End Date

OngoingFootnote 10

Type of transfer payment

Other Transfer Payment

Type of appropriation

Statutory through the Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Act

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2013-2014Footnote 11

Link to Departmental Results Framework

Gas Tax Fund - Permanent Funding for Municipalities

Description

This program provides municipalities with predictable, long-term funding, enabling construction and rehabilitation of core public infrastructure. The federal government has Gas Tax Fund agreements with provinces, territories, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Union of British Columbia Municipalities and the City of Toronto. Those agreements remain in effect until 2023-24. The permanent Gas Tax Fund supports increased productivity and economic growth as well as strong cities and communities. Municipalities can pool, bank and borrow against this funding, providing significant additional financial flexibility. Eligible recipients are required to report annually on their use of funds and their compliance to the terms and conditions of the Gas Tax Fund agreements.

Expected Results

Provinces, territories and municipal associations are accountable for funding provided to local governments through the Gas Tax Fund. Municipalities use this stable, predictable source of funding as they build and improve infrastructure that supports productivity, economic growth, the environment, as well as their efforts to build strong cities and communities.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

2015-2016

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2020-2021

General Targeted Recipient Groups

Municipalities and other types of regional and local government

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

INFC continues to collaborate with provinces, territories, the City of Toronto and municipal associations through agreement monitoring activities such as oversight committees and program workshops. Discussions regarding outcome reporting, existing data, and agreement amendments are ongoing.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

 

 

 

 

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

2,071,932,904

2,170,596,375

2,170,596,375

2,170,596,375

Total Transfer Payments

2,071,932,904

2,170,596,375

2,170,596,375

2,170,596,375

Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund (PT-Base Fund):

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund

Start Date

2007-2008

End Date

2018-19Footnote 12

Type of transfer payment

Other Transfer Payment

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2013-2014Footnote 13

Link to Departmental Results Framework

Historical Programs

Description

This program provides base funding to each province and territory for core infrastructure priorities. In addition, funding under the Building Canada Fund for the three territories is managed under this Fund. The Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund supports economic growth and productivity, and promotes a cleaner environment and prosperous communities. Payments are made in advance and cost-sharing provisions apply to a capital plan as a whole, and not individual initiatives. Provinces and territories may pool, bank, or cash-manage these funds to give them flexibility in implementation.

Expected Results

Infrastructure Canada funding through the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund leverages investments in infrastructure by other partners, and recipient organizations are accountable for funding provided through the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

2012-2013

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2018-2019Footnote 14

General Targeted Recipient Groups

Under the PT-Base Fund, the eligible initial recipients of federal funding are provinces and territories that have signed a Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base funding agreement with the Government of Canada. Moreover, provinces and territories may identify through their capital plans if funding will be provided to ultimate recipients, which include:

  • Local or regional governments established by or under a provincial/territorial statute; and
  • Public sector bodies established by or under provincial/territorial statute or by regulation or is wholly owned by a province, territory or municipality; and,
  • Private sector bodies, which include First Nations, either alone or in partnership with a province, a territory or a government referred to above.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

All funding available for projects under this program has been committed. The Department continues to work with jurisdictions to flow funding, including final payments, under the PT-Base Fund.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

 

 

 

 

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

22,500,000

59,181,800

0Footnote 15

0

Total Transfer Payments

22,500,000

59,181,800

0

0

Building Canada Fund-Communities Component (BCF-CC):

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Building Canada Fund-Communities Component

Start Date

2008-2009

End Date

2019-2020Footnote 16

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2013-2014Footnote 17

Link to Departmental Results Framework

Historical Programs

Description

This program supports the infrastructure needs of smaller communities with populations of less than 100,000. Project costs are shared with provincial, territorial and municipal governments, with each order of government generally contributing one-third of the eligible costs. The fund supports the construction, renewal, and enhancement of basic infrastructure such as potable water, wastewater treatment, local roads, and other infrastructure needs of small communities.

Expected Results

Infrastructure Canada funding through the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component leverages investments in infrastructure by other partners. Infrastructure is implemented that promotes a cleaner environment, a competitive economy, and livable small communities.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

2015-2016

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2019-2020Footnote 18

General Targeted Recipient Groups

The recipient may be a regional or local government, a provincial entity which provides municipal-type services, a public sector body, a private partner, a non-government organization or a combination thereof. Eligible recipients under the CC are restricted to those whose projects are situated within, and/or for the benefit of, local or regional governments or communities with a population of 100,000 or less as per the 2006 Census. The Government of Canada signs Contribution agreements with provincial partners who are responsible for ensuring that the project is completed as per the terms and conditions of the Contribution agreement.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

All funding available for projects under this program has been committed. The Department continues to work with jurisdictions to flow funding, including final payments, under this Fund.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

34,037,782

118,174,576

47,800,000

0Footnote 19

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

34,037,782

118,174,576

47,800,000

0

Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component (BCF-MIC):

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component

Start Date

2008-2009

End Date

2019-2020Footnote 20

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2013-2014Footnote 21

Link to Departmental Results Framework

Historical Programs

Description

This program targets larger infrastructure projects of national or regional significance. It increases overall investment in public infrastructure and contributes to broad federal objectives: economic growth, a cleaner environment and strong and prosperous communities. At least two-thirds of the funding is targeted to national priorities: water, wastewater, public transit, the core national highway system and green energy. By providing federal funding on a cost-shared basis, it leverages additional contributions from other partners to increase overall investment in infrastructure.

Expected Results

Funding through the Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component leverages investments in infrastructure by other partners. Large infrastructure is implemented that promotes a cleaner environment, a competitive economy and livable communities.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

N/A

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

N/A

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2019-2020Footnote 22

General Targeted Recipient Groups

Recipients of funding under BCF-MIC include provincial, regional, or municipal governments, public sector bodies established or owned by one of the aforementioned governments, non-profit organizations, and private sector bodies.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

All funding available for projects under this program has been committed. The Department continues to work with jurisdictions to flow funding, including final payments, under this Fund.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

302,259,516

336,499,130

263,945,252

202,962,450

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

302,259,516

336,499,130

263,945,252

202,962,450

Green Infrastructure Fund (GIF):

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Green Infrastructure Fund

Start Date

2009-2010

End Date

2021-2022Footnote 23

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2013-2014Footnote 24

Link To Departmental Results Framework

Historical Programs

Description

This program supports environmental infrastructure projects that promote cleaner air, reduced greenhouse gas emissions and cleaner water. Targeted investments in green infrastructure can contribute to improving the quality of the environment and a more sustainable economy over the longer term. There are five eligible categories of investment: wastewater infrastructure, green energy generation infrastructure, green energy transmission infrastructure, solid waste infrastructure, and carbon transmission and storage infrastructure. By providing up to 50 percent federal funding on a cost-shared basis, the fund leverages additional investments from other partners.

Expected Results

Infrastructure Canada funding provided through the Green Infrastructure Fund leverages investments in infrastructure by other partners. Infrastructure is implemented that promotes cleaner air, cleaner water and cleaner land.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

2016-2017

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2018-2019Footnote 25

General Targeted Recipient Groups

Eligible recipients of the GIF include provinces, territories, local or regional governments, public sector bodies, and not-for-profit and for-profit private sector entities, either alone or in partnership with a province, territory or a government.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

All funding available for projects under this program has been committed. The Department continues to work with jurisdictions to flow funding, including final payments, under this Fund.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

42,680,976

23,137,047

30,900,387

46,034,937

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

42,680,976

23,137,047

30,900,387

46,034,937

New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-National and Regional Projects (PTIC-NRP):

Name of Transfer Payment Program

New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-National and Regional Projects (PTIC-NRP)

Start Date

2014-2015

End Date

2023-2024

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms And Conditions

2016-2017Footnote 26

Link to Departmental Results Framework

New Building Canada Fund-Funding Allocations for Provinces and Territories

Description

This program provides funding to support infrastructure projects of national and regional significance that contribute to economic growth, a clean environment and stronger communities. The PTIC-NRP is an allocation-based program that recognizes and supports the important role that provinces, territories, and municipalities play in helping to build Canada's public infrastructure.

Expected Results

The PTIC-NRP supports projects of national, regional and local significance that contribute to the objectives of economic growth, a clean environment and stronger communities. Projects will allow people and goods to move more freely; increase the potential for innovation and economic development; help to improve the environment and support stronger, safer communities.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

2017-2018

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

N/A

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2018-2019Footnote 27

General Targeted Recipient Groups

Recipients of funding under the PTIC-NRP include provincial, territorial, and regional governments; band councils, public sector bodies established or owned by one of the aforementioned governments; public or not-for-profit institutions that deliver post-secondary courses or programs; and private sector bodies.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

Provinces and territories were required to prioritize projects for all outstanding NBCF-PTIC funding allocations by April 1, 2018. In 2018-19, the Department will be reviewing and approving these projects.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

344,493,889

602,217,740

1,037,170,756

1,503,637,098

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

344,493,889

602,217,740

1,037,170,756

1,503,637,098

New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-Small Communities Fund (PTIC-SCF):

Name of Transfer Payment Program

New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-Small Communities Fund (PTIC-SCF)

Start Date

2014-2015

End Date

2023-2024

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2016-2017Footnote 28

Link to Departmental Results Framework

New Building Canada Fund-Funding Allocations for Provinces and Territories

Description

The PTIC-SCF provides contribution funding for infrastructure projects in small communities with populations of 100,000 or less. Infrastructure Canada enters into funding agreements with provinces and territories for the implementation of the PTIC-SCF. In turn, the provinces and territories administer the project identification process in keeping with SCF program parameters. PTIC-SCF is designed to leverage the resources and existing processes of provinces and territories in managing local projects, while ensuring federal accountability and oversight for the funding envelope.

Expected Results

The PTIC-SCF supports projects of national, regional and local significance that contribute to the objectives of economic growth, a clean environment and stronger communities. Projects will allow people and goods to move more freely, increase the potential for innovation and economic development, and help to improve the environment and support stronger, safer communities.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

2017-2018

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

N/A

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2018-19Footnote 29

General Targeted Recipient Groups

The PTIC-SCF provides contribution funding for infrastructure projects in small communities with populations of 100,000 or less.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

Provinces and territories were required to prioritize projects for all outstanding NBCF-PTIC funding allocations by April 1, 2018. In 2018-19, the Department will be reviewing and approving these projects.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

175,157,164

212,392,130

199,982,471

160,241,097

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

175,157,164

212,392,130

199,982,471

160,241,097

New Building Canada Fund-National Infrastructure Component (NBCF-NIC):

Name of Transfer Payment Program

New Building Canada Fund-National Infrastructure Component (NBCF-NIC)

Start Date

2014-2015

End Date

2023-2024

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2016-2017Footnote 30

Link to Departmental Results Framework

New Building Canada Fund-National Infrastructure Component

Description

This program supports projects of national significance, that have broad public benefits, and that contribute to Canada's long-term economic growth and prosperity. The NIC is a merit-based application-driven program, and as such, there are no pre-determined provincial or territorial allocations.

Expected Results

The NBCF-NIC generates positive economic activity and productivity gains for the Canadian economy, and reduces potential economic disruptions or foregone economic activity.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

2017-2018

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

N/A

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

N/A

General Targeted Recipient Groups

Recipients of funding under the NBCF-NIC include provincial, territorial, and regional governments; band councils, public sector bodies established or owned by one of the aforementioned governments; private sector bodies; Canada Port Authorities; International Bridge and/or Tunnel Authorities; and U.S. federal and state-level transportation authorities.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

Infrastructure Canada is no longer accepting additional applications under the 2014 NBCF-National Infrastructure Component (NIC).

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

7,604,621

155,124,081

232,686,121

252,076,631

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

7,604,621

155,124,081

232,686,121

252,076,631

Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF):

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF)

Start Date

2016-2017

End Date

2019-2020

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2016-2017

Link to Departmental Results Framework

Investing in Canada Phase 1-Funding Allocations for Provinces and Territories

Description

This program provides short-term funding of $3.4 billion to shorten commute times, cut air pollution, strengthen communities and grow Canada's economy. Infrastructure Canada entered into contribution agreements with all provinces and territories for the delivery of PTIF. In turn, provinces and territories entered into agreements with eligible ultimate recipients to manage projects.

As this is a cost-share program, federal funding from all sources can be up to 50% in provinces and 75% in territories of total eligible costs per project. All eligible projects are approved for PTIF funding by Infrastructure Canada and provinces and territories are required to report on progress at least on a semi-annual basis. The PTIF is designed to leverage funding through project partners to accelerate investments in public transit, while ensuring federal accountability and oversight for the funding envelope.

Expected Results

The PTIF supports projects that accelerate municipal investments in public transit systems and asset management, and contribute to the objectives of economic growth, strong communities and a clean environment. Projects are helping reduce traffic congestion and improve transit system efficiency to allow goods to move more freely, build stronger communities and to help reach Canada's global greenhouse gas targets.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

N/A

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

N/A

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2020-2021

General Targeted Recipient Groups

The PTIF provides contribution funding for public transit-related infrastructure investments to provinces and territories. Other eligible recipients include: organizations designated by a province or territory and agreed to by Infrastructure Canada; municipal or regional governments established by provincial or territorial statute; or a transit agency or authority established by a provincial, territorial, or local government.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

Infrastructure Canada is working collaboratively with provinces and territories to administer the program.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

202,659,600

675,532,000

1,452,393,800

1,009,905,343

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

202,659,600

675,532,000

1,452,393,800

1,009,905,343

Clean Water and Wastewater Fund (CWWF):

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Clean Water and Wastewater Fund (CWWF)

Start Date

2016-2017

End Date

2019-2020

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2016-2017

Link to Departmental Results Framework

Investing in Canada Phase 1-Funding Allocations for Provinces and Territories

Description

This program provides short-term funding of $2 billion to provide communities with more reliable water and wastewater systems so that both drinking water and effluent meet legislated standards. Infrastructure Canada has entered into contribution agreements with all provinces and territories for the delivery of CWWF. In turn, provinces and territories entered into agreements with eligible ultimate recipients to manage projects. Under this cost-share program, federal funding from all sources can be up to 50% in provinces and 75% in territories of total eligible costs per project. All eligible projects are approved for CWWF funding by Infrastructure Canada and provinces and territories are required to report on progress at least on a semi-annual basis. The CWWF is designed to leverage funding through project partners to accelerate investments in capital water, wastewater, and storm water system projects, while ensuring federal accountability and oversight for the funding envelope.

Expected Results

The CWWF supports projects that accelerate municipal investments in capital water, wastewater, and storm water systems. It also supports planning for future system improvements that contribute to the objectives of clean economic growth and prosperity. Projects will lay the foundation for system upgrades which will allow municipalities to meet or exceed applicable water and wastewater guidelines and regulations.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

N/A

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

N/A

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2020-2021

General Targeted Recipient Groups

The CWWF provides contribution funding for water and wastewater infrastructure investments to provinces and territories. Other eligible recipients include: organizations designated by a province or territory and agreed to by Infrastructure Canada; municipal or regional governments established by provincial or territorial statute; or other entities providing water or wastewater services to communities, as designated by provinces and territories.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

Infrastructure Canada is working collaboratively with provinces and territories to administer the program.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

119,208,180

397,360,600

854,325,290

608,817,891

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

119,208,180

397,360,600

854,325,290

608,817,891

Asset Management Fund:

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Asset Management Fund (AMF)

Start Date

2016-2017

End Date

2020-2021

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2016-2017

Link to Departmental Results Framework

Investing in Canada Phase 1-Funding for Federation of Canadian Municipalities

Description

The Asset Management Fund (AMF) is a five-year, $50 million program that will support Canadian municipalities and communities to make informed infrastructure investment decisions based on stronger asset management practices.

Infrastructure Canada entered into an agreement with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), which is responsible for delivering the program under the name of "Municipal Asset Management Program". AMF will support an estimated 1,000 municipalities in all provinces and territories to manage their infrastructure more strategically, thereby contributing to the success of new federal investments in municipal infrastructure.

Expected Results

The AMF supports projects that contribute to the development of community capacity for asset management. This will provide access to more reliable data, improve asset management practices and enable evidence-based decision making. Overall, it will help improve the quality of public infrastructure services for Canadians in the future.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

N/A

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

N/A

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2021-2022

Groups

The program delivery partner, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), offers financial support as part of a comprehensive program of project grants, capacity building in the form of training and support and knowledge mobilization across Canada. Funding is available to all Canadian municipalities, Indigenous communities applying in partnership with a Canadian municipality and municipal partners including non-profits, provincial and territorial associations and organizations such as the Canadian Network of Asset Managers, Centre d'expertise et de recherche en infrastructures urbaines (CERIU) and WaterTAP to provide locally relevant asset management training and expertise to the municipal sector.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

Direct funding is offered via FCM's website and promoted via e-bulletins to FCM's membership, via partner organization bulletins, Municipal Infonet and other media outlets. A range of in-person and online learning opportunities is offered and promoted by both FCM and partner organizations across Canada.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

5,793,398

16,124,700

15,837,900

11,077,300

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

5,793,398

16,124,700

15,837,900

11,077,300

Capacity Building for Climate Change Challenges Fund:

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Capacity Building for Climate Change Challenges Fund (CB3CF)

Start Date

2016-2017

End Date

2020-2021

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2016-2017

Link to Departmental Results Framework

Investing in Canada Phase 1-Funding for Canadian Federation of Municipalities

Description

The CB3CF provides $75 million to increase municipal capacity to make low carbon and climate resilient infrastructure investments. Infrastructure Canada entered into an agreement with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), which is responsible for delivering the program under the name of "Municipalities for Climate Innovation Program." The FCM reviews and approves projects, and transfers funding to recipient municipalities. The FCM shares program and project information with Infrastructure Canada so the department can report results under this program to Canadians.

Expected Results

The CB3CF supports local activities and projects that contribute to awareness-building of climate change risks. The program promotes the integration of climate change mitigation and climate resilience considerations in investment and planning decisions.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

N/A

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

N/A

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2021-2022

General Targeted Recipient Groups

The program delivery partner, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), offers financial support to municipalities and their partners through a direct funding program. It also offers capacity building in the form of peer exchange, training and support and knowledge mobilization across Canada. Funding is available to all Canadian municipalities; Indigenous communities applying in partnership with a Canadian municipality; and not-for-profit partners of municipalities or the FCM - including provincial and territorial municipal associations and organizations such as EcoWest, Réseau Environnement and others.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

Direct funding is offered via FCM's website and promoted via e-bulletins to FCM's membership, via partner organization bulletins, Municipal Infonet and other media outlets. A range of in-person and online learning opportunities is offered and promoted by both FCM and partner organizations across Canada.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

9,326,415

23,751,800

25,750,500

15,069,700

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

9,326,415

23,751,800

25,750,500

15,069,700

Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative

Start Date

2017-2018

End Date

2023-2024

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2017-2018Footnote 31

Link to Departmental Results Framework

Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative

Description

Investments through the Toronto Waterfront Initiative (TWRI) will provide flood protection to southeastern portions of downtown Toronto, including parts of the Ports Lands, South Riverdale, Leslieville, south of Eastern Avenue, and the First Gulf/Unilever development site. Through the TWRI, approximately 24 hectares of brownfields will be remediated. Additionally, over 36 hectares of green space will be available for public use. Funding provided through the TWRI will also effectively upgrade municipal infrastructure in the area, making improvements to roads, bridges, and water and wastewater systems. In the long term, TWRI funding will provide opportunities for residential and commercial development, access to affordable housing, and public transit.

Expected Results

The intended outcomes of the TWRI include: enhanced storm water management and flood protection; remediation of underdeveloped brownfields; improved public access; more inclusive and accessible public spaces; increased capacity to adapt to climate change impacts, natural disasters and extreme weather events; increased opportunities for economic growth and development; and, improved environmental management and quality.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

2013-14Footnote 32

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

N/A

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

If INFC's 2018-19 evaluation of one of the top three largest cities in Canada identifies Toronto as its focus, the TWRI will be included in this evaluation.

General Targeted Recipient Groups

The recipient is the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

Infrastructure Canada continues to work with the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation on the administration of this program.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

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105,126,739

48,445,452

44,154,243

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

0

105,126,739

48,445,452

44,154,243

Smart Cities Challenge

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Smart Cities Challenge

Start Date

2017-2018

End Date

2027-2028

Type of transfer payment

Grants and Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2017-2018Footnote 34

Link to Departmental Results Framework

Smart Cities Challenge

Description

The Smart Cities Challenge will allocate its budget of $300 million over 10 years, starting in 2017-18. It encourages communities of all sizes from across the country to take bold action to improve outcomes for their residents by applying a smart cities approach that leverages connected technologies and data. The Challenge model provides incentive to communities to adopt a multi-sectoral approach to problem solving. Communities are encouraged to engage their residents and submit proposals that include the private, public and research sectors as well as demonstrate real and measureable outcomes for residents The process requires the full engagement of residents while requiring that communities mobilize themselves to overcome historic institutional barriers to innovation..

Expected Results

The Smart Cities Challenge will deliver positive outcomes for communities in terms of improved economic opportunities, sustainability and inclusiveness. Selected projects will advance a variety of community social, environmental and economic goals and improve communities' capacity to sustainably manage their infrastructure assets.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

N/A

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

N/A

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2021-22

General Targeted Recipient Groups

The following entities can apply for the Smart Cities Challenge: municipalities (local, or regional governments established by or under provincial or territorial statute) and Indigenous communities (First Nations, Métis and Inuit). Applicants are eligible if they represent an identifiable community and are responsible for services in that community. A combination of organizations listed above can also apply for prizes.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

INFC will launch three national competitions. Each competition will provide incentives to Canadian communities of all sizes to engage with residents and stakeholders to develop compelling smart city proposals. It is expected that up to 75 communities will secure finalist grants of up to $250,000 to further develop their projects to become implementable. Ultimately, up to 25 winning communities will negotiate contribution agreements to fund the implementation of their projects. Additional communication activities will occur to elevate the profile of the winning projects and inspire other communities to replicate and scale-up their successes.
As well, Infrastructure Canada is engaging Indigenous leaders, communities and organizations to finalize the design of a competition specific to Indigenous communities that will reflect their unique realities and issues. Indigenous communities are also eligible to compete for all the prizes in the current competition

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

0

6,250,000

0Footnote 35

6,250,000

Total Contributions

0

2,000,000

10,000,000

18,000,000

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

0

8,250,000

10,000,000

24,250,000

Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program

Name of Transfer Payment Program

Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program

Start Date

2017-2018

End Date

2027-2028

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Voted annually through Estimates

Fiscal Year for Terms and Conditions

2017-2018Footnote 36

Link to Departmental Results Framework

Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program

Description

The $33.1 billion Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP), to be delivered over 10 years, will be instrumental in meeting INFC's overarching objectives to rebuild Canada's infrastructure for the 21st century. The program acknowledges that provinces, territories, municipalities and Indigenous communities are key partners that are best positioned to prioritize investments in infrastructure. To this end, the ICIP will be delivered through Integrated Bilateral Agreements (IBAs) between INFC and provinces/territories that rely on a strong collaborative approach to successfully implement infrastructure projects.
Federal funding under the ICIP will be disbursed under four funding streams: public transit; green infrastructure; community, culture and recreation infrastructure, as well as rural and northern communities infrastructure.

Expected Results

Through Integrated Bilateral Agreements, the ICIP will deliver funding to support public transit; green infrastructure; community, culture and recreation infrastructure; and rural and northern communities infrastructure, with the overarching objective to rebuild Canada's infrastructure for the 21st century.

Fiscal Year of Last Completed Evaluation

N/A

Decision Following the Results of Last Evaluation

N/A

Fiscal Year of Planned Completion of Next Evaluation

2019-20

General Targeted Recipient Groups

Recipients of funding under the ICIP program include provinces and territories. Provinces and territories, in consultation with municipalities, will be responsible for identifying, prioritizing, and submitting projects to INFC.

Initiatives to Engage Applicants and Recipients

Infrastructure Canada is working collaboratively with provinces and territories to implement the program.

Planning Information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment

2017-2018 Forecast Spending

2018-2019 Planned Spending

2019-2020 Planned Spending

2020-2021 Planned Spending

Total Grants

 

 

 

 

Total Contributions

0Footnote 37

352,955,638

555,911,277

1,167,733,831

Total Other Types of Transfer Payments

 

 

 

 

Total Transfer Payments

0

352,955,638

555,911,277

1,167,733,831

Footnotes

Footnote 1

Allocations for Transfer Payment Programs include Grants and Contributions only and do not include Operating and Maintenance (O&M).

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Footnote 2

The funding profile under the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund was extended until 2019-2020 for certain projects.

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Footnote 3

The fiscal year in which the terms and conditions were last approved, continued or amended by Treasury Board or the Minister.

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Footnote 4

Of the $4.3 billion originally allocated to the CSIF, $50 million was transferred to the Parks Canada Agency to support a high priority infrastructure project. These funds were reallocated through Estimates processes prior to 2015-2016. In addition, $12.8 million was also removed from the CSIF funding envelope through various government-wide reduction and reallocation exercises prior to the 2010 Strategic Review.

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Footnote 5

The Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund will be considered as part of the evaluation of the impact of various programs on the Territories in 2018-19.

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Footnote 6

As this program is sunsetting, there is no 2020-21 Planned Spending since the Department currently anticipates receiving claims for remaining, ongoing projects in 2019-2020.

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Footnote 7

The funding profile under the Border Infrastructure Fund was extended until 2019-2020 for certain projects.

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Footnote 8

Of the $600 million originally allocated to the BIF, approximately $18 million was transferred to the Canada Border Services Agency for border projects, and these funds were reallocated through Estimates processes prior to 2015-2016. Under the 2010 Strategic Review process, $10.4 million in unallocated funds from the Border Infrastructure Fund was identified for reallocation to other government priorities. These funds were reallocated through Estimates processes prior to 2015-2016. No infrastructure projects have been cancelled or otherwise affected as result of these reallocations.

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Footnote 9

As this program is sunsetting, there is no 2020-21 Planned Spending since the Department currently anticipates receiving claims for remaining, ongoing projects in 2019-2020.

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Footnote 10

Legislation enacting permanent funding for the Gas Tax Fund received Royal Assent on December 15, 2011.

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Footnote 11

The fiscal year in which the terms and conditions were last approved, continued or amended by Treasury Board or the Minister.

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Footnote 12

The funding profile under the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund was extended until 2018-2019 for certain projects.

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Footnote 13

The fiscal year in which the terms and conditions were last approved, continued or amended by Treasury Board or the Minister.

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Footnote 14

The Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Base Fund will be considered as part of the evaluation of the impact of various programs on the Territories in 2018-19.

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Footnote 15

There is no planned spending after 2018-2019 as this program is anticipated to sunset.

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Footnote 16

The funding profile under the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component was extended until 2019-2020 for certain projects.

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Footnote 17

The fiscal year in which the terms and conditions were last approved, continued or amended by Treasury Board or the Minister.

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Footnote 18

The BCF-CC will be included in an evaluation of the impact of various programs in small communities in 2019-20.

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Footnote 19

There is no planned spending after 2019-2020 as this program is anticipated to sunset.

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Footnote 20

The funding profile under the Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component was extended until 2019-2020 for certain projects.

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Footnote 21

The fiscal year in which the terms and conditions were last approved, continued or amended by Treasury Board or the Minister.

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Footnote 22

The Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component will be considered as part of the Evaluation of the impact of various programs on one of the top three largest cities in Canada, scheduled to take place in 2019-20.

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Footnote 23

The funding profile under the Green Infrastructure Fund was extended until 2021-2022 for certain projects.

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Footnote 24

The fiscal year in which the terms and conditions were last approved, continued or amended by Treasury Board or the Minister.

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Footnote 25

The Green Infrastructure Fund will be considered as part of the evaluation of the impact of various programs on the Territories in 2018-19.

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Footnote 26

The fiscal year in which the terms and conditions were last approved, continued or amended by Treasury Board or the Minister.

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Footnote 27

The NBCF-PTIC-NRP will be considered as part of the evaluation of the impact of various programs on the Territories in 2018-19.

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Footnote 28

The fiscal year in which the terms and conditions were last approved, continued or amended by Treasury Board or the Minister.

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Footnote 29

The NBCF-PTIC-SCF will be considered as part of the evaluation of the impact of various programs on the Territories in 2018-19.

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The fiscal year in which the terms and conditions were last approved, continued or amended by Treasury Board or the Minister.

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Footnote 31

The fiscal year in which the terms and conditions were last approved, continued or amended by Treasury Board or the Minister.

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Footnote 32

This evaluation was completed by the department of Finance when the TWRI was under its responsibility, see: https://www.fin.gc.ca/treas/evaluations/twri-irsrt-eng.asp.

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Footnote 33

There is currently no 2017-2018 Forecast Spending under this program as program spending will start in 2018-2019.

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Footnote 34

The fiscal year in which the terms and conditions were last approved, continued or amended by Treasury Board or the Minister.

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Footnote 35

There is no 2019-2020 Planned Spending for Grants under this program.

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Footnote 36

The fiscal year in which the terms and conditions were last approved, continued or amended by Treasury Board or the Minister.

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Footnote 37

There is no 2017-2018 Forecast Spending under this program, as program spending is anticipated to start in 2018-2019.

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