Supplementary Information Tables: 2024–25 Departmental Plan

December 9, 2009

Ongoing

Grant and Contributions

Estimates

2011-12 (amended); 2015-16 (amended); 2018-19 (amended); 2019-20 (amended)

3.4 Improved peace and security in countries and regions where Canada engages

Program 26 Anti-Crime and Counter-Terrorism Capacity Building

The Anti-Crime Capacity Building Program (ACCBP) provides assistance to enhance the capacity of key beneficiary states, government entities and other international and non-governmental organizations to prevent and respond to threats posed by international criminal activity in a manner consistent with international human rights obligations, norms and standards, with a global mandate and a focus on the Americas.

• Reduced security threats from transnational organized crime for Canadians, and affected populations, particularly women and girls, in countries where Canada engages;
• Enhanced inclusive and gender-responsive prevention and response to transnational organized crime by security institutions in countries where GAC programs;
• Improved inclusive and gender-responsive development and compliance of anti-crime legal instruments, controls or frameworks by states in countries where GAC programs; and
• Improved inclusive and gender-responsive engagement and resilience of communities and civil society in the areas of anti-crime in countries where GAC programs.

2022-2023

Continuation

TBD

All levels of government of affected states, community-based organizations and associations in recipient countries, multilateral, intergovernmental, international and regional organizations, non-profit, and private organizations, participating Canadian federal government departments and agencies, and other levels of government, as established under the approved terms and conditions of the ACCBP.

The ACCBP accepts proposals from partners at any time for prospective projects. Applicants include other federal government departments, non-government organizations and international organizations. The ACCBP works directly with recipient organizations and their beneficiary state agencies to determine how best to support their security efforts.

April 1, 2012

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2020-21

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada's interests.

1.2: Canada's leadership on global issues contributed to a just and inclusive world.

1.4 Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

3.1: Improved physical, social and economic well-being for the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly for women and girls, in countries where Canada engages.

3.2: Enhanced empowerment and rights for women and girls in countries where Canada engages.

3.3: Reduced suffering and increased human dignity in communities experiencing humanitarian crises.

3.4 Improved peace and security in countries and regions where Canada engages.

3.5 Canada’s international assistance is made more effective by leveraging diverse partnerships, innovation, and experimentation.

Program 9. Geographic Coordination and Mission Support Program 22. Humanitarian Assistance

Program 28. Canada fund for Local Initiatives

The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) is a contributions program delivered through Canadian embassies and high commissions in approximately 130 countries. CFLI supports projects that are comparatively modest in scope, scale and cost, and that are usually conceived and implemented by local authorities or organizations.

The program is guided by three core objectives:

1. To contribute to the achievement of Canada’s thematic priorities for international assistance, with special emphasis on the themes of advancing democracy, protecting and promoting human rights, and ensuring security and stability;
2. To assist in the advocacy of Canadian values and interests and strengthening Canada’s bilateral relations with foreign countries and their civil societies; and
3. To provide small-scale financing to local organizations to respond to natural disasters and other emergencies.

The CFLI Thematic Priorities are approved annually by a Program Management Board. For 2023-2024, they are:

1. Gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.
2. Inclusive governance, including diversity, democracy, LGBTQ2 human rights and the rule of law.
3. Peace and security, with a focus on conflict prevention and building peace.
4. Human dignity, covering health, education and nutrition.
5. Growth that works for everyone, including women’s economic rights, access to decent jobs and entrepreneurship, investing in the poorest and most vulnerable, and safeguarding economic gains.
6. Environment and climate action focusing on adaptation and mitigation, as well as on water management.

Expected Results:

• Improved management and delivery of GBA Plus informed-projects that address local development challenges by targeted recipient organizations.
• Increased participation of project beneficiaries and local community members in addressing development challenges in their local country context.
• Increased access to and use of GBA Plus informed-humanitarian assistance by crisis-affected populations, including the most vulnerable.
• Increased alignment with Canadian values and interests by local decision-makers or change-makers (including recipient organizations).
• Increased alignment with Canadian values and interests by the public, specifically project beneficiaries and local community members.

Performance Indicators:

• Percentage of projects implemented by local organizations, women’s rights organizations, and human rights and inclusive governance organizations.
• Percentage of projects that completed a limited or detailed gender-based analysis.
• Extent to which the CFLI Program created meaningful opportunities for interactions with local stakeholders on issues related to Canada’s values and interests (Qualitative indicator).
• Number of project beneficiaries who received humanitarian assistance.

2022-23

Continuation

2027-28

• Not-for-profit organizations and charities
• Academia and public institutions
• Government
• International (non-government)
• Other

Canadian embassies and high commissions engage in various forms of outreach to encourage CFLI project proposals, including through mission websites and social media. Prospective and current recipients may be invited to training workshops on Gender-Based Analysis + and effective project management to contribute to the achievement of project results. Canadian embassies and high commissions further engage with recipients through site visits during the project and end-of-year project reporting. Canadian officers may meet with recipients at the close of the project to discuss results and lessons learned.

December 11, 2008

Ongoing

Grants and Contributions

Estimates

2018-19 (March 6, 2019 – Helping Canadian Businesses Diversify and Grow their Exports)

2008-2009 (updated 2013-2014 to add the Foreign Trade Zones Marketing Program [FTZ-MP], 2015-2016 to add the CanExport Program, 2017-2018 amendments to program terms and conditions including name change of program from Global Markets Support Program to Trade and Investment Support Program, 2018-2019 additional funding (50 million over 5 years) in response to Budget 2018 to increase Trade Diversification, and 2019-2020 additional funding (100 million over 5 years) in response to the Fall Economic Statement, changes to Program Terms and Conditions and name change of program from Trade and Investment Support Program to CanExport Program), Approved October 21, 2020 changes to incorporate measures in accordance with Government of Canada’s COVID-19 response. Approved April 26, 2021 minor amendment to expand eligibility to Canadian for-profit co-operatives.

2.2: Canadian exporters and innovators are successful in their international business development efforts.

2.3: Foreign direct investment is facilitated, expanded or retained.

Program 14. International Business Development

Program 15. International Innovation and Investment

The purposes and objective of the program is to build a stronger and more effective Canadian capacity to compete in the global economy. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

CanExport Community Investments

Enhance the capability and effectiveness of Canadian communities to attract, retain and expand foreign direct investment (FDI), as measured by analysis of recipient performance reports and surveys.

Key Performance Measures and Indicators:

• Number of leads generated from program-funded activities;
• Recipient’s feedback on whether or not knowledge of opportunities has improved and in what manner; and
• Number of potential investors who requested information, participated in site visits and/or submitted investment proposals.

CanExport Associations

Stimulate the engagement of Canadian industry associations, their members, and non-member firms in international markets, in order to expand commercial linkages and facilitate future successes abroad, as measured by analysis of recipient performance reports and surveys.

Key Performance Measures and Indicators:

• Evidence that more Canadian companies are involved in international business as indicated by agreements/negotiated joint ventures (partnerships, distributors, agents, etc.) within three years of project completion; and
• Number of companies that have expanded their international business.

CanExport Innovation

Increase Canadian science and technological innovation and commercialization opportunities as measured by analysis of recipient performance reports and surveys.

Key Performance Measures and Indicators:

• Number of collaborative international research and development initiatives that have been facilitated by GMSP-funded projects within three years of project completion (as evidenced by formal agreements entered into);
• For each collaborative international research and development initiative that has been facilitated by GMSP-funded projects, recipients’ feedback on whether or not GMSP support has led or will lead to the commercialization of products, technologies, etc. and the potential value;
• Number of foreign partners identified;
• Number of foreign partners met with; and
• Number of partnerships entered into between Canadian researchers and key players in foreign countries within a year of project completion (as evidenced by agreements entered into, such as memorandums of understanding and letters of intent).

CanExport SMEs

Provide direct financial assistance to Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking to develop new markets, especially in high-growth emerging markets.

Key Performance Measures and Indicators:

• Evidence that Canadian SMEs have started exporting within three years of project completion;
• Evidence that Canadian SMEs have diversified their export markets within three years of project completion;
• Number of companies that have expanded their international business development efforts; and
• Number of recipients who successfully concluded commercial agreements (export sales) facilitated by CanExport SMEs at project completion.

2014-15

Continuation

The evaluation scheduled for 2018-2019 was postponed due to a major reorganisation which resulted in the amalgamation of the four former Trade and Investment Support Programs (TISP) into the new CanExport Program. PMEC agreed at the time on an evaluation in year 2 of the new CanExport program (2021-2022).

The CanExport Program Evaluation strategy was presented to PMEC and the committee agreed to reschedule the evaluation for a later date to provide Trade the opportunity to implement new authorities approved under two Treasury Board Submissions entitled: 1) Enhanced Export Diversification Support, and 2) Helping Canadian Businesses Diversify and Grow Their Exports. The CanExport Program Evaluation is scheduled to commence in 2024.

Each CanExport sub-program targets different groups of eligible recipients, all based in Canada:

• CanExport Community Investments: municipalities, communities, and non-profit organizations and locally based organizations acting as a third party or intermediary on behalf of a number of eligible communities;
• CanExport Associations: trade or industry associations (or a regional association with a national perspective) or national horizontal/multi-sectorial organizations;
• CanExport Innovation: Canadian researchers from private companies, universities and non-government research centres (all levels of government); Canadian for-profit co-operatives; and
• CanExport SMEs: small & medium sized enterprises and Canadian for-profit co-operatives.

• Acquire feedback on programs and identify potential areas of improvement through recipient questionnaires and other tools (e.g. SMEs and Innovation sub-program satisfaction feedback in portal);
• Scope program evaluation to include recommendations for recipient engagement; and
• Engage recipients through the Trade Commissioner Service/client acquisition.

April 1, 2006

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2015 (Amended) 2017 (Amended), 2023-24 (Amended IPS TB Sub granted authority to administer grants).

2.2: Canadian exporters and innovators are successful in their international business development efforts.

Program 1.5 International Innovation and Investment

The Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) fosters and supports collaborative industrial research and development projects with high potential for commercialization between Canada and partner countries. It also stimulates bilateral science and technology networking and matchmaking activities to further new partnerships and accelerate the commercialization of research and development. Although CIIP has authority to deliver the program in all countries with which Canada has a bilateral STI agreement, in practical terms, CIIP funding is made available for engagement with eight priority partners: Brazil, China (currently suspended), Japan, India, Israel (currently suspended), Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan.

Canadian companies have increased knowledge and networking opportunities leading to potential international partnerships and increasing their engagement with global markets; Canadian companies have increased innovation capacity; Canadian companies grow and scale; Canadian companies have increased business activity in global markets.

2019-20

Continuation

2025-26

For-profit organizations

The program implements Partnership Development Activities to create a pipeline for CIIP R&D projects.

Progress and Final Reporting are required from all CIIP recipients. Information provided in the report is used to evaluate the effectiveness/efficiency of program support and to improve program policies and services. Various efforts are undertaken to raise awareness of funding opportunities for businesses including those led by women and other under-represented groups. Program opportunities are communicated through the CIIP websites and TCS social media platforms. Program opportunities are also promoted to internal (i.e., Regional Offices) and external (i.e., MITAC, ISED) networks. NRC IRAP, GAC’s delivery partner, promotes program opportunities through its website and networks (i.e., Industrial Technology Advisors).

September 28, 1965

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2012-13, amended in 2022-23

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

Canada’s assessed contribution to the regular budget of the Commonwealth is a legally binding obligation of membership. The purpose of Canada’s membership is to further the Government of Canada’s foreign policy goals related to international peace, security and development and, to this end, to enhance relationships with the 55 other Commonwealth member countries. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

The expected results for 2024-25 are those outlined in the Commonwealth Secretariat’s Strategic Plan 2021-22 to 2024-25.

• Greater adherence to Commonwealth values and principles and advancement of good governance.
• Sustainable and inclusive economic and social development.
• Climate resilient and low-carbon development to respond to climate and ocean emergencies.
• Small and other vulnerable states’ needs and concerns addressed in global governance.
• Effective participation and equal opportunities for youth in leadership, governance, economic and social development enhanced.
• Gender disparities in access to political, social and economic rights and violence against women and girls reduced.

2021-22

Continuation

2023-24

• Government: developing member states of the Commonwealth
• International (non-government): support to an intergovernmental organisation (Commonwealth Secretariat)

The next Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) will take place in October 2024 in Apia, Samoa. Canada will have several opportunities to engage and consult with other Commonwealth member states and the Commonwealth Secretariat, which will contribute to the planning and implementation of the overall policy framework and activities of the Commonwealth Secretariat.

Canada is also a member of the Board of Governors, and the Executive Committee of the Commonwealth Secretariat and engages with the organization in these forums.

April 1, 2024

Continuous

Contribution

Estimates

2024-25

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada's interests

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

7. Asia Pacific Policy & Diplomacy (BVB08)

Purpose is financial commitment to fund initiatives in the Indo-Pacific region to meet commitments under Strategic Objectives 3 of the IPS with the objective of strengthening ties between the Government of Canada and the region as well as with stakeholders within Canada and support enhanced engagement of Canadian non-governmental stakeholders in the Indo-Pacific region.

• Raised national profile in the region as a more engaged, interested, and informed interlocutor able to promote its interests and respond to regional needs across a complex ecosystem of actors in the Indo-Pacific and domestically;
• Stronger engagement and new network possibilities between the Federal Government, stakeholders in Canada – including private sector, civil society, academic, and non-profit sector – and stakeholders of interests to Canada in the Indo-Pacific region;
• Increased Canadian knowledge and research base on the region and expand connectivity with partner institutions and experts in the Indo-Pacific to establish long lasting synergies and joint project opportunities;
• Increased government expertise and competencies to improve public service literacy and support policy analysis and implementation under the Indo-Pacific Strategy.

N/A

N/A

2027-28

Canadian researchers, institutions - including academic institutions, research centers, think tanks, cultural organizations and associations, advocacy groups, notably those representing indigenous, women, youth, and LGBTQ2+ communities - and organizations with regional stakeholders and counterparts.

Scholarships and Fellowships, exchange workshops; training sessions; conferences; roundtables and panel discussions; and field research.

September 2005

Ongoing

Grant and Contributions

Estimates

2011-12 (amended); 2015-16 (amended); 2018-19 (amended); 2019-20 (amended).

3.4 Improved peace and security in countries and regions where Canada engages.

Program 26 Anti-Crime and Counter-Terrorism Capacity Building

The Counter-Terrorism Capacity Building Program (CTCBP) provides assistance to enhance the capacity of key beneficiary states, government entities and other international and non-governmental organizations to prevent and respond to terrorist activity in a manner consistent with international counter-terrorism and human rights obligations, norms and standards.

• Reduced security threats from transnational terrorism for Canadians, and affected populations, particularly women and girls, in countries where Canada engages;
• Enhanced inclusive and gender-responsive prevention and response to terrorism by security institutions in countries where GAC programs;
• Improved inclusive and gender-responsive development and compliance of counter-terrorism legal instruments, controls or frameworks by states in countries where GAC programs; and
• Improved inclusive and gender-responsive engagement and resilience of communities and civil society in counter-terrorism in countries where GAC programs.

2022-23

Continuation

TDB

All levels of government of affected states, community-based organizations and associations in recipient countries, multilateral, intergovernmental, international and regional organizations, non-profit and private organizations, participating Canadian federal government departments and agencies, and other levels of government, as established under the approved terms and conditions of the CTCBP.

The CTCBP accepts proposals from partners at any time for prospective projects. Applicants include other federal government departments, non-governmental organizations and international organizations. The CTCBP works directly with recipient organizations and their beneficiary state agencies to determine how best to support their security efforts.

1945

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

Canada’s annual assessed contribution to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a legally binding obligation of membership. The purpose of membership is to further the Government of Canada’s foreign policy and international development assistance goals related to agricultural development and food systems, and to provide Canada with a voice in the international community on global efforts to eradicate hunger and all forms of malnutrition. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

• To adopt integrated and inclusive approaches to sustainable agricultural development and food systems, particularly in relation to gender equality, climate action, innovation emergency assistance, and resilience to food crises.
• As a knowledge organization and neutral convener of inclusive and science-based dialogues on standards for food safety and plant health, and policy guidance on issues related to agriculture, fisheries and forestry, to ensure that its work in this area remains neutral, scientifically sound, and evidence-based.
• To promote effective, transparent and accountable multilateral governance in the context of United Nations development system reform, including measures to prevent and address sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse.

The FAO’s Programme of Work and Budget, which sets out the strategic objectives and expected outcomes for the organization’s work is approved every two years by the FAO Conference. The current FAO Strategic Framework (adopted in July 2021) will guide FAO operations for 10 years (2022-2031) in order to help the organization make a significant contribution to the achievements of the SDGs.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

November 5, 2020

Ongoing

Grant and Contribution

Estimates

2020-2021

1.1 Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests; 1.2 Canada’s leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world; 1.3 Canada helps build strong institutions and respect for international law; and 1.4 Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened

Program 5. Europe, Arctic, Middle East and Maghreb Policy and Diplomacy

Purpose: To strengthen Canada’s global leadership in the Arctic and support the achievement of key objectives of the International Chapter of Canada’s Arctic and Northern Policy Framework (2019).

Objectives:

• Bolster Canadian leadership in multilateral forums where polar issues are discussed and decided upon
• Enhance representation and participation of Arctic and northern Canadians in relevant international forums and negotiations

• Increased contributions to international Arctic research, discussions, and initiatives by Northern Canadians, including Indigenous peoples, women and youth
• Increased contribution in international decision-making by Northern Canadians, including Indigenous Peoples, women and youth
• Enhanced Canadian engagement in strengthening international Arctic forums, including at the Arctic Council in areas of human, social, economic development and environmental protection

2016-17 (The December 2016 Evaluation of Canada’s Arctic Foreign Policy)

Continuation

2023-2024

Indigenous organizations, other levels of government, non-profit and non-governmental organizations, national, regional, international and multilateral organizations, educational institutions, industry associations and individuals.

Through the forum of the Arctic Cooperation Advisory Committee, discussions with Other Government Departments, ongoing collaboration with external stakeholders through multiple forums, public call for proposals.

January 1, 1989

Ongoing

Grants and contributions

Estimates

2015-16

2.2: Canadian exporters and innovators are successful in their international business development efforts.

Program 14. International Business Development

The objective of Grants and Contributions in Aid of Academic Relations is to support international education by using learning, scholarship, research, academic relations cooperation and dialogue to improve awareness of Canada’s international policies and priorities (e.g. democracy, the rule of law and human rights) and facilitate Canada’s economic prosperity. Recipients are not required to repay grant funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

Highly skilled and qualified international students/researchers/professionals in Canada

• # of international students who select Canada as a study destination through program-funded activities
• # of recipients that choose to remain or return to a Canadian institution to pursue further study/research following program-funded activities

Canadian students/researchers/professionals abroad

• # of Canadian students, researchers, academia and professionals funded to undertake studies/research or professional development abroad

Circulation of ideas and research to the benefit of Canadian and international individuals, as well as the public and private sectors

• # of collaborative linkages established between foreign and Canadian institutions
• # of opportunities created via program-funded activities to publish academic articles or research, commercialize a product or collaborate with industry

2018-19

Continuation

Evaluation completed in 2018-19 as part of Global Affairs Canada’s 2018/2019 – 2022/2023 Departmental Evaluation Plan. Next Program evaluation will depend on the next Departmental Evaluation Plan, which has not been set.

Non-governmental organizations, post-secondary and higher learning institutions, academics, mid-career professionals, scholars and students from Canada and abroad.

Promotion of programs by missions, collaborations with non-governmental organizations, participation in education conferences and forums, EduCanada website and branding, targeted marketing campaigns, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, news items via Really Simple Syndication (RSS) feeds, annual international scholarships study tour and annual collaboration missions of leaders of international academic institutions to Canada.

January 18, 1979

Ongoing

Grants

Estimates

1978-79

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada's interests.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 4. The Office of Protocol

This transfer program aims to operationalize the Diplomatic, Consular and International Organizations’ Property Grants Order (P.C.1979-59, January 18, 1979). The related Memorandum of Understanding between Global Affairs Canada and Public Services and Procurement Canada establishes responsibilities for the provision of services related to the payment of grants in lieu of real property and frontage or area taxes with respect to diplomatic and consular properties.

Canada’s international obligations and commitments are met, as measured by:

• The timely and accurate administration of payments to taxing authorities in Canada with respect to properties of foreign States entitled to realty tax exemptions; and
• The maintenance and expansion of the most favourable property tax exemption opportunities for Canadian missions abroad.

2016-17

Continuation

N/A

“Taxing authorities,” as defined under the Payments in Lieu of Taxes Act

N/A

1972

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2010-11

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada's interests.

Program 6. Americas Policy & Diplomacy

Assessed contributions are mandatory dues to fund the Organization’s core functions and are calculated according to Member States’ Gross National Income and relative size of their economy, in line with the scale of assessments used at the Organization of American States (OAS).

The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) is the specialized agency for agriculture in the Inter-American system. It focuses on designing and delivering agricultural projects to improve food security, trade and prosperity in the hemisphere.

Canada’s membership in IICA permits it to participate in the work of the Organization in the areas of trade development, food safety and sustainable production. IICA is a forum through which Canada works to promote Canadian expertise and agri-business, and to improve and build new linkages for Canada in the Americas.

Canada benefits from IICA’s work in several ways, including: 1) increased adoption of science-based standards to regulate food and trade, and increased capacity to implement these standards in the countries of the region; 2) developing countries are enabled to participate in international standard-setting bodies helping to develop a regional consensus on standards; and 3) IICA’s meetings with other countries allow to share information on important agriculture and agri-food related topics.

The Terms and Conditions governing this transfer payment do not specify performance measures and indicators.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International Organization

Canada participates in IICA’s governing and technical bodies. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is the Government of Canada lead for policy and technical work with the institute.

December 19, 1989

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests.

1.2: Canada’s leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened

Program 11. International Security Policy and Diplomacy

Canada’s annual assessed contribution to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is a legally binding obligation of membership. Payment is made to ensure that membership remains in good standing and to therefore allow Canada to vote and participate in the Agency’s activities, including as a member of its Board of Governors. The IAEA is the main UN organization responsible for furthering the safe, secure and peaceful uses of nuclear technology.

• Effective and efficient implementation of the IAEA’s major programs, as reflected in the Agency’s biennial program and budget, and effective participation for Canada in the Agency’s activities;
• Direct and indirect technical and commercial dividends to the Canadian nuclear industry; and
• IAEA actions and decisions reflect Canadian interests and priorities.

N/A

N/A

No evaluation is planned based on a low risk exemption.

International (non-government): Non‑governmental organizations that are not from Canada or that are not located in Canada.

N/A

April 1, 2005

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2023-2024

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 3. International Law

To support the role of the International Criminal Court (ICC) as the first permanent, treaty-based, international criminal court established to help end impunity for the perpetrators of the most serious crimes of concern to the international community. The ICC’s expenses are funded primarily by assessed contributions from states parties. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program. Canada’s support for the ICC is directly related to article 10(2)(j) of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act, according to which the Minister of Foreign Affairs is required to “foster the development of international law and its application in Canada’s external relations.”

• Enable the ICC, as a court of last resort, to carry out preliminary investigations, investigations and prosecutions in an independent manner. To date, 31 cases involving 51 suspects or accused have been brought before the ICC. 12 different situations are under investigation and 3 preliminary examinations are also underway. 10 convictions and 4 acquittals have been issued. 40 arrest warrants have been issued, of which 21 have been implemented and 7 were withdrawn following the death of the suspects. For more information, please visit the “Situations and cases” tab on the ICC’s website.
• Engage in outreach to prevent serious international crimes, promote accountability for such crimes and advance the interests of justice; the Court has created an Integrated Strategy for External Relations, Public Information and Outreach as well as a Strategic Plan for Outreach and publishes annually a report for the General Assembly of the United Nations in which outreach work is included. The report is available here. The ICC also reports on its outreach activities on an annual basis to the Assembly of States Parties (ASP). Reports to the ASP are available on the ICC’s website here.
• Carry on all other activities required and expected of a judicial body functioning in accordance with international standards.
• Carry on all activities in accordance with the ICC’s internal and external oversight mechanisms. Internal controls are maintained by the ICC’s Registrar, including through the Office of Internal Audit. The ASP also appoints an External Auditor and created the Committee on Budget and Finance (CBF) for the budgetary and financial review and monitoring of the resources of the ICC. The ICC’s reports to the ASP contain detailed performance measures and performance indicators for its various activities. All proposed ICC budgets, CBF reports, financial statements, external audit reports, and resolutions are available on the ICC’s website.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

Canada is a strong supporter of the ICC and an active participant in the annual ASP, including in the budget negotiations. Canada’s 3-year term as a member of the Bureau of the ASP ended in December 2023. The Embassy of Canada to the Netherlands is regularly in direct contact with ICC officials and, together with the Permanent Mission of Canada to the United Nations in New York, participates in working groups dealing with governance and financial issues affecting the ICC. Canada, through its Embassy in the Netherlands, will assume the co-coordination of the Western European and Others Group (WEOG) working group in The Hague for 2024-2026.

2001-02

Ongoing

Grants and contributions

Estimates

2018-19

3.1: Improved physical, social and economic well-being for the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly for women and girls, in countries where Canada engages.

3.2: Enhanced empowerment and rights for women and girls in countries where Canada engages

3.3: Reduced suffering and increased human dignity in communities experiencing humanitarian crises.

3.4: Improved peace and security in countries and regions where Canada engages.

3.5: Canada’s international assistance is made more effective by leveraging diverse partnerships, innovation, and experimentation.

Programs:

7. Asia Pacific Policy & Diplomacy

11. International Security Policy and Diplomacy

22. Humanitarian Assistance

23. Partnerships and Development Innovation

24. Multilateral International Assistance

25. Peace and Stabilization Operations

28. Canada Fund for Local Initiatives

29. Europe, Arctic, Middle East and Maghreb International Assistance

30. Americas International Assistance

31. Asia Pacific International Assistance

32. Sub-Saharan Africa International Assistance

In 2017, the Minister of International Development and La Francophonie launched the Feminist International Assistance Policy. The policy outlines how Canada will refocus its international assistance on helping the poorest and most vulnerable people and build a more peaceful, inclusive and prosperous world. The policy implementation is focused on six action areas (Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women and Girls, Human Dignity (Heath, Education and Humanitarian Assistance), Growth That Works for Everyone, Environment and Climate Change, Inclusive Governance and Peace and Security) while recognizing that promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls is the most effective approach to eradicating poverty and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.

Official development assistance (ODA) activities contribute to poverty reduction, take into account the perspectives of the poor, and are consistent with international human rights standards, as per the Official Development Assistance Accountability Act (the Act). ODA may also be provided for the purposes of alleviating the effects of natural disasters or other emergency events occurring outside Canada. Global Affairs Canada (GAC) is the lead department responsible for Canada's ODA. The majority of the department’s international assistance activities meet the requirements of the Act. However, Global Affairs Canada’s transfer payment program does not preclude activities falling outside the scope of the Act. Most of recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

• Improved physical, social and economic well-being for the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly for women and girls, in countries where Canada engages.
• Enhanced empowerment and rights for women and girls in countries where Canada engages.
• Reduced suffering and increased human dignity in communities experiencing humanitarian crises.
• Improved peace and security in countries and regions where Canada engages.
• Canada’s international assistance is made more effective by leveraging diverse partnerships, innovation, and experimentation.

For fuller and more detailed description of results achieved and other performance related information, please consult GAC’s International Assistance Results Report, as an accompanying tool to the Departmental Plan and Departmental Results Report (DRR), published online and released every fall.

For more detailed description of GAC’s disbursements related to the International Assistance Envelope, please consult Statistical Report on International Assistance, as an accompanying tool to DRR, published online and released every fall.

N/A

Continuation

N/A

• For-profit organizations
• Not-for-profit organizations and charities
• Academia and public institutions
• Government
• International (non-government)
• Other

N/A

N/A

Ongoing

Contribution

Statutory Authority (Payments to International Financial Institutions – Direct payments)

N/A

1.1 Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests;

1.2 Canada’s leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world;

1.3 Canada helps strong international institutions and respect for international law; and

1.4 Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

3.1 Improved physical, social and economic well-being for the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly for women and girls, in countries where Canada engages; and

3.2 Enhanced empowerment and rights for women and girls in countries where Canada engages

Program 24. Multilateral International Assistance

International financial institutions such as the regional development banks (including the African Development Bank, the Asian Development Bank, the Caribbean Development Bank, and the Inter-American Development Bank) provide technical assistance and financial services that focus on country-specific development solutions. Payments to IFIs are made in accordance with sections 3(a), 3(c) and section 12 of the International Development (Financial Institutions) Assistance Act. These include direct payment to the institutions to enable the IFIs to finance their concessional facilities and funding windows for assistance to the poorest developing countries, as well as the purchase of shares of the institutions to provide them with increased capital in order to expand their financing activities. There is no expectation for recipients to repay funds provided under the transfer payment program for the concessional facilities and windows.

Increased effectiveness of Canadian development cooperation through engagement with, and investment in, multilateral and global organizations, to address humanitarian and development challenges, including: progress in global food security, health, education, women’s economic empowerment, governance, climate mitigation and adaptation, infrastructure development, and support inclusive, sustainable economic growth in developing countries.

Overarching assessments of many key partners are primarily done through the Multilateral Organisation Performance Assessment Network (MOPAN).

In 2023, MOPAN released the assessment of the African Development Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank. For the first time, MOPAN assessed IDP Invest, the private sector arm of the Inter-American Development Bank Group.

Continuation

Overarching assessments of many key partners are primarily done through the Multilateral Organisation Performance Assessment Network (MOPAN). An assessment of the Asian Development Bank will begin in 2024. A MOPAN assessment is currently under way in 2023 for the International Fund for Agricultural Development. Please consult Global Affairs Canada’s Rolling Five-Year Development Evaluation Work Plan.

International organizations

GAC sits on the boards of many of these institutions and holds regular consultations with them, including through annual conferences, bilateral meetings, donors meetings, including on general capital increases and replenishment discussions. The Minister for International Development is Chair of the Board of Governors of the Caribbean Development Bank from June 2023 to June 2024.

The International Labour Organization (ILO) was founded in 1919, and Canada has been a member since inception.

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

Canada`s annual assessed contribution to the ILO is a legally binding obligation of membership. The purpose of membership is to further the Government of Canada`s foreign policy goals related to international labour and social policy issues and provide it with a voice in the international community. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

• Development and effective supervision of international labour standards and realization of fundamental principles and rights of work;
• Targeted action against child labour, giving priority to the urgent elimination of its worst forms;
• Contributions to poverty reduction through promotion of coherent economic and social policies that support employment creation;
• Assistance to constituents in the development of skills and employability policies and programs for decent work;
• Better instruments and tools for policy analysis and formulation that support good governance and the extension of social protections to vulnerable workers;
• Strengthened social dialogue on labour and social policy issues at the national and international levels;
• Implementation of the ILO Strategy to facilitate ratification and effective application of Convention 190 on Violence and Harassment in the world of work; and,
• Policy guidance on addressing labour exploitation in global supply chains.

The ILO’s programme and budget, which sets out the strategic objectives and expected outcomes for the organization’s work, is approved every two years by the International Labour Conference. For additional details on results and plans, please consult the Programme and Budget Proposals for 2022-2023.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

March 9, 1972

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada's interests.

1.2: Canada's leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

3.1: Improved physical, social and economic well-being for the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly for women and girls, in countries where Canada engages.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

Program 24. Multilateral International Assistance

Contribution to the regular budget of the International Organisation of La Francophonie (IOF) is a legally binding obligation for all members. The calculation method and the amounts of the statutory contributions were reviewed and approved by the Ministerial Conference of La Francophonie in 2023, and a sanctions regime has been introduced for countries in arrears on payments. Statutory contributions are used to fund the IOF’s operations and programming. Through its participation in La Francophonie, Canada aims to advance its foreign policy objectives, to promote Canadian priorities (including gender equality, cultural and linguistic diversity, democracy, human rights, and good governance) and to strengthen its relations with the 87 other member and observer States and governments. The IOF is not required to repay funds received under this transfer payment program.

The expected results for 2024-2025 are those set out in the International Organisation of La Francophonie’s 2024-2027 programming.

• The French language is taught, promoted and disseminated strategically on all continents, with respect for multilingualism, which lays the groundwork for more democratic and effective multilateralism;
• The creation, dissemination, flow and discoverability of French-language content and products are sustainably supported to promote cultural and linguistic diversity;
• The quality of education is strengthened, with respect for linguistic diversity;
• Democratic governance, the rule of law, human rights and gender equality in member States and governments are strengthened;
• Peace and security are enhanced in La Francophonie through conflict and crisis prevention and resolution mechanisms;
• The living conditions and empowerment of women and youth are improved;
• Measures taken to restore, protect and/or manage ecosystems improve the protection of biodiversity;
• Trade is promoted within La Francophonie.

Global Affairs Canada does not lead the performance management strategy for IOF. However, the department receives the Organisation’s annual financial statements, as well as its internal and external audit reports. The Secretary General submits an annual administrative, financial and budgetary management report to the Ministerial Conference, as well as a report on the delivery of its mandate to the Summit every two years. Canada is represented by the Minister of Foreign Affairs at the Ministerial Conference of La Francophonie and by the Prime Minister of Canada at La Francophonie Summit. In addition, Canada is represented by the Prime Minister's personal representative to La Francophonie (Sherpa) at the Permanent Council of La Francophonie and at the working level in the IOF commissions and working groups, where detailed reports are presented by the organization, including on programming, results, and administrative and financial matters.

2019-2020

Continuation

N/A

International Organizations

The next Francophonie Summit will take place in October 2024. With that in mind, and on an ongoing basis throughout the year, Canada will have several opportunities to mobilize the IOF and other member States and governments of La Francophonie to ensure alignment of the policies and activities of the IOF with Canadian priorities.

January 1, 1989

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2011-12 (amended)

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests.

1.2: Canada’s leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

3.4: Improved peace and security in countries and regions where Canada engages.

Program 11. International Security Policy and Diplomacy

Canada’s annual assessed contribution to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) flows from its membership in NATO under the 1949 North Atlantic Treaty. Canada’s contribution furthers its foreign policy goals by funding the administrative budget of NATO, an international organization vital to Canadian defence and security interests. NATO was founded to promote the stability of the Euro-Atlantic area and to safeguard the freedom and security of its people based on the principles of democracy, individual liberty and international law.

• Effective decision-making by NATO in pursuit of its objectives to maintain stability and security in the Euro-Atlantic area in the context of a rapidly changing international security environment in Eastern Europe and globally as measured by, for example, implementation of NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence and Projecting Stability initiatives;
• Linked to above, direct support to prime ministerial and ministerial engagement in NATO decision-making processes (e.g. summits, foreign and defence ministerial meetings);
• Support to NATO operations as measured by progress with respect to ongoing NATO operations and activities, including in Eastern and Central Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, Kosovo, Iraq and elsewhere;
• Enhanced relations with NATO partners as measured by the development and implementation of policies aimed at enhancing these relationships;
• Appropriate response to current and emerging defence and security challenges, as measured by, for example, ongoing progress on NATO cyber defence and by ensuring that NATO is able to defend its own networks against cyber threats; and
• Proper management of the Alliance’s resources, as measured by ongoing reform and transformation initiatives, which include increasing NATO’s transparency and accountability and ensuring appropriate value for money.

Not applicable.

Not applicable.

N/A

International Organisations

Not applicable

March 20, 1975

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2011-12 (amended)

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests

1.2: Canada’s leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world

1.3: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened

Program 1. International Policy Coordination

The mission of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is to develop and promote evidence-based policies and standards to improve the economic and social well-being of its 38 member countries and people around the world. The OECD focusses on the drivers of economic, social and environmental change, measures productivity and global flows of trade and investment, analyzes and compares data to predict future trends, and sets international standards on a wide range of areas, from agriculture and tax to the safety of chemicals. The OECD’s biennial planning and budgeting are governed by an outputs-based management framework, delivered through a Programme of Work and Budget, which is approved by members, based on their priorities. Outputs are tracked by the Secretariat and each of the OECD’s committees, whose members assess the activities’ quality and impact through the Programme Implementation Report, with a view to improving performance. Impact effectiveness and efficiency of committees are also assessed through in-depth evaluations on a five-year basis. Financial operations and expenditures are externally audited annually and reported to members; external auditors also undertake performance audits. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

• Find solutions to common economic and social problems by working cooperatively with members toward the development of evidence-based international policies, standards, models, guidelines and agreements;
• Implement OECD work programs and policy positions that reflect input from across the Canadian government and support domestic priorities;
• Influence the policy development of other members and of non-members to improve the functioning of the international economic environment;
• Analyze new and emerging issues, both domestic and global, that affect Canada’s economy and standard of living;
• Improve engagement with non-members, reflecting Canadian priorities to increase the long-term reach and global impact of the organization’s standards;
• Implement institutional reforms to improve the OECD’s ability to cope with new issues and power dynamics; and
• Foster sound management of the OECD.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International Organizations

N/A

January 1, 1993

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2012-13

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests.

1.2: Canada’s leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

3.4: Improved peace and security in countries and regions where Canada engages.

Program 11. International Security Policy and Diplomacy

Canada’s annual assessed contribution to the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) supports its membership in the world’s largest regional security organization, with 57 participating states from North America, Europe and Eurasia. Canada’s participation in the OSCE furthers its foreign policy goals related to human rights, fundamental freedoms, democratization, fragile states, conflict prevention, crisis management, mediation, post-conflict development, and arms control. This is achieved by funding the OSCE’s operations and secretariat in support of the all-member Permanent Council and related groupings, its autonomous institutions (ODIHR, RFoM, HCNM); policy conferences and expert workshops; and oand various related programing and activities implemented by the OSCE Secretariat, autonomous institutions, and field missions.

Canada’s OSCE contributions also include payments made to administer and implement two legally binding conventional arms control regimes to which Canada is state party: The Treaty on Open Skies (for which Canada is a treaty co-depository, together with Hungary) and the Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (suspended by Canada February 7, 2024), as well as the politically binding Vienna Document. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

The amount transferred reflects the 2021 OSCE Unified budget. Russia has blocked the adoption of a new Unified Budget due to language relating to its war in Ukraine. As a result, the OSCE has operated on a budget shortfall with several participating states making additional contributions through the year to help cover the Organization’s core deficit.

• Effective and timely implementation of the decisions of the OSCE Permanent Council as well as the Ministerial Council as measured by the organization’s successful work and progress on such issues of importance to Canada as: human rights; election monitoring; democracy building; good governance; tolerance and non-discrimination; safeguarding fundamental freedoms; combatting human trafficking; counterterrorism and extremism; as well as enhanced engagement with key OSCE Partners.
• Continuous monitoring of the security situation in Europe, as measured by the OSCE’s regular reporting and early warning function provided by the organization’s Conflict Prevention Centre, its specialized institutions and its Field Operations. In this regard, the OSCE’s work and engagement in the region’s conflicts (e.g. Ukraine, Nagorno-Karabakh, Moldova-Transnistria, and Georgia’s secessionist regions of South Ossetia and Abkhazia) continue to be one of the only international organizations in these areas and help contribute promoting dialogue and lowering tensions.
• Concerted programming to actively contribute to conflict prevention, conflict resolution and post-conflict institution building, as measured by the successful implementation of the Permanent Council and the Ministerial Decisions that strengthen the OSCE’s conflict prevention toolkit, especially in the key areas of early warning and mediation. In addition, the Transnational Threats Unit consolidates and coordinates the OSCE’s work on counterterrorism, border security, policing and anti-trafficking.
• Proper management of the organization’s resources, as measured by the audits on the OSCE’s financial statements and by the renewed efforts of the OSCE Secretary General to enhance the organization’s accountability and transparency.

N/A

Not applicable

N/A

International Organisation

Not applicable

1990 (Canada is a member of the OAS since 1990)

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada's interests.

1.2: Canada's leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

Program 6. Americas Policy & Diplomacy

Assessed contributions are mandatory dues to fund the organization’s core functions and are calculated according to Member States’ Gross National Income and relative size of their economy, in line with the scale of assessments used at the Organization of American States (OAS).

The OAS and its subsidiary bodies including the Inter-American Committee on Ports (CIP) is the region’s premier multilateral forum for cooperation and dialogue on issues of importance to the hemisphere, including democracy, human rights, security and development. The OAS is an important partner for advancing Canada's foreign policy priorities and objectives in the Americas.

Through its membership, diplomatic engagement and financial support to OAS, Canada advances key foreign policy priorities and ensures the implementation of initiatives and projects in areas of key Canadian interest, complementing and leveraging the impact of Canada’s bilateral interventions in the hemisphere.

Expected results for Canada at the OAS include: 1) fostering regional multilateral collaboration to resolve crises and address issues of mutual interest affecting the hemisphere; 2) promoting and protecting democracy and human rights across the hemisphere; 3) encouraging sustainable development in the region; and 4) ensuring security-related coordination and cooperation in the Americas.

The Terms and Conditions governing this transfer payment do not specify performance measures and indicators.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International Organization

Canada maintains a permanent mission to the OAS, headed by an ambassador and permanent representative to the OAS in Washington, D.C.

1971 (Canada is a member of PAHO since 1971)

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2013-14

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada's interests.

1.2: Canada's leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened

Program 6. Americas Policy & Diplomacy

Assessed contributions are mandatory dues to fund the Organization’s core functions and are calculated according to Member States’ Gross National Income and relative size of their economy, in line with the scale of assessments used at the Organization of American States (OAS).

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) serves as the specialized organization for health in the Inter-American System. It also serves as the Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO) for the Americas and enjoys international recognition as part of the United Nations system.

This longstanding partnership has been critical to advancing public health priorities in the Americas given the organization’s policy and standard setting responsibilities for all ministries of health in the region including on

strengthening healthcare systems, prevention and response to communicable diseases / pandemic Membership in PAHO enables Canada to expand its multilateral and bilateral relations with its 35 member countries. Through its membership, Canada contributes to the Organization’s mission “to promote equity in health, to combat diseases, and to improve the quality of life and well-being of the peoples in the Americas.”

Expected results for Canada at PAHO are to:

1. protect the health of Canadians by contributing to the safety and security of the Americas through disease surveillance, pandemic preparedness, and other measures;
2. advance Canada’s influence and interests in the Americas - with respect to health policies and programs, good governance, transparency, and accountability;
3. disseminate Canadian-based values related to health, as well as successes on key policies such as universal health coverage; and
4. provide a platform for Canada to both contribute and benefit from collective efforts on shared regional health challenges by ensuring its own preparedness and aiding its neighbors.

The Terms and Conditions governing this transfer payment do not specify performance measures and indicators.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International Organization

As a Member State of PAHO, Canada attends the PAHO Directing Council and the Pan American Sanitary Conference, which are the most important governing bodies of the Organization. In these entities, Canada supports transparency, accountability and alignment of PAHO with the WHO and the UN system.

2016

Ongoing

Grants and Contributions

Estimates

2018-19

1.2: Canada's leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

3.2: Enhanced empowerment and rights for women and girls in countries where Canada engages.

3.4: Improved peace and security in countries and regions where Canada engages.

Program 25. Peace and Stabilization Operations

The Peace and Stabilization Operations Program (PSOPs) is the Government of Canada’s platform for conflict prevention, stabilization and peacebuilding. It engages in fragile and conflict-affected settings leveraging resources of, and partnerships with, multilateral institutions and like-minded nations. It conducts its work through policy expertise, support to multilateral institutions, programming and deployments.

PSOPs core responsibilities are: 1) to provide policy leadership on peace and stabilization, including strategic coordination of Government of Canada responses to complex political crises on an as-needed basis; and 2) to deliver gender-responsive conflict prevention, stabilization, and peacebuilding initiatives through both programming (in the form of grants and contributions) and deployments.

As per the PSOPs Terms and Conditions, contributions supported by PSOPs programming are not repayable.

• Improved inclusive and gender-responsive prevention of violent conflict, response to crisis, and peacebuilding in fragile and conflict-affected areas where PSOPs engages.
• Enhanced inclusive and gender-responsive prevention of and response to national and transnational threats by security institutions in fragile and conflict-affected areas where PSOPs engages.
• Enhanced inclusive and gender-responsive multilateral prevention, mitigation and response to violent conflict, threats, insecurity and fragility in the world.

2015-16

Continuation of Program

Evaluation Scheduled for 2025/26

• Not-for-profit organizations and charities
• International (non-government)
• Academia and public institutions
• Other: All levels of government of affected States and other donor countries
• Other: Multilateral, intergovernmental, international and regional organizations, agencies and institutions

The PSOPs website is the key tool through which PSOPs communicates with the public and potential applicants. It includes key information on applying for funding, and submitting concept papers, whether unsolicited or in response to a call for concepts, through the website.

PSOPs undertakes formal and informal discussions with partners to inform the PSOPs Strategy, to facilitate understanding of PSOPs priorities and the funding process, and to solicit feedback to improve how the program works.

PSOPs engages regularly with multilateral recipients including the UN system to identify funding gaps and opportunities, and to discuss global priorities on peace, stabilization and conflict prevention.

PSOPs relies on Canadian representatives abroad to engage regularly with potential recipients and partners. As projects are being implemented, PSOPs officers regularly monitor PSOPs-funded projects, including through regular contact with implementing partners and monitoring visits. These visits allow PSOPs to monitor project progress and results, and to engage directly with beneficiaries and local implementing partners.

PSOPs officers participate in various projects included in the Grants and Contributions Transformation Initiative to address specific challenges in the international assistance process and tools. These projects engage Global Affairs Canada staff and civil society representatives and provide a space for open dialogue to develop mutually beneficial solutions.

March 9, 1979

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2010-2011

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests.

1.2: Canada’s leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

3.1: Improved physical, social and economic well-being for the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly for women and girls, in countries where Canada engages.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

Program 24. Multilateral International Assistance

This program provides funding to cooperation programs and activities undertaken by the International Organisation of La Francophonie (IOF) and its operators (University Agency of La Francophonie, International Association of Francophone Mayors, Senghor University). It also provides financial support to the Government of New Brunswick, which has participating government status within the IOF, to foster its participation in summits, ministerial conferences and other related La Francophonie activities. This program promotes Canadian interests and is consistent with Canada’s development, political and economic objectives for La Francophonie.

Expected results

• The expected results, as specified in the terms and conditions of the transfer payment program are as follows:
• Clearly demonstrate Canada’s support for La Francophonie;
• Support La Francophonie’s major missions, which are defined in its Strategic Framework and govern the actions of its institutions;
• Fund the programming of the IOF, the chief actor in multilateral cooperation in the French-speaking world, and its operators;
• Encourage actions in favour of women, youth and civil society, groups which are at the heart of La Francophonie’s concerns;
• Promote Canadian expertise throughout La Francophonie; and
• Promote New Brunswick's participation in the forums and activities of La Francophonie.

Canada provides its contributions to La Francophonie’s operators through the IOF’s Single Multilateral Fund. The contribution agreement with the IOF requires that reports on financial commitments be submitted to Global Affairs Canada before payments are made. Financial reports and reports on programming outcomes are also submitted to La Francophonie’s governing bodies (Ministerial Conference of La Francophonie, Permanent Council of La Francophonie, commissions and working groups). The memorandum of understanding with New Brunswick also requires the province to submit to Global Affairs Canada an annual narrative report and an expenditure report on activities carried out by means of the Canadian contribution.

2019-2020

Continuation

N/A

Other levels of government and international organizations

The next Francophonie Summit will take place in October 2024. With this in mind, and on an ongoing basis throughout the year, Canada will have several opportunities to engage the IOF and other member States and governments of La Francophonie to ensure that the policies and activities of the IOF are aligned with Canadian priorities.

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) was established in 1945, and Canada has been a member since inception.

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

Canada’s annual assessed contribution to UNESCO is a legally binding obligation of membership. The purpose of membership is to further the Government of Canada’s foreign policy goals related to culture, science and education and provide it with a voice in the international community. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

• Progress in the implementation of the Education 2030 Agenda by focusing on sector-wide policy and planning, literacy, teachers and skills development for the world of work;
• Reduction and gender disparities in primary and secondary education in member states, and strengthening of global commitment to education for girls and women;
• Strengthening of education system responses to contemporary challenges with emphasis on universal values based on peace, mutual understanding and respect for human dignity, education for sustainable development, including education for disaster preparedness;
• Implementation of the Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions;
• Implementation of the International Convention against Doping in Sport;
• Protection of cultural and natural heritage through the implementation of UNESCO`s culture conventions, in particular the World Heritage Convention and the 1970 Convention on the Means of Prohibiting and Preventing the Illicit Import, Export and Transfer of Ownership of Cultural Property;
• Establishment of effective early warning systems for tsunamis; Improved management of the planet`s water resources through increased scientific cooperation;
• Development of free, independent and pluralistic media, and civic participation;
• Freedom of expression, freedom of information and freedom of the press more broadly integrated into policies in member states; and
• Protection and digitalization of the world`s documentary heritage.

UNESCO’s program and budget which set out the strategic objectives and expected outcomes for the organization’s work, are approved every two years by the UNESCO General Conference. For further information, visit the UNESCO website.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

The UN was established in 1945, and Canada has been a member since inception.

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

Canada’s annual assessed contribution to the United Nations is a legally binding obligation of membership. The purpose of membership is to further the Government of Canada’s foreign policy goals related to international peace and security, human rights, and development and provide it with a voice in the international community. Assessed contributions are used to finance the organization`s programs toward attainment of the UN’s objectives, as set out in its Charter. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

Continued progress towards:

• Promotion of sustained economic growth and sustainable development;
• Maintenance of international peace and security
• Development in Africa.
• Promotion and protection of human rights;
• Effective coordination of humanitarian assistance;
• Promotion of justice and international law
• Disarmament.
• Drug control, crime prevention and combating terrorism.

The UN’s program and budget which set out the strategic objectives and expected outcomes for the organization’s work, are approved annually by the UN General Assembly. For further information, visit the UN website, including the Reports of the Secretary-General on the "Work of the Organization" (A/76/1), and “Our Common Agenda”

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

The UN was established in 1945, and Canada has been a member since inception.

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2024-2025

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

United Nations Peacekeeping Operations help countries torn by conflict create the conditions for lasting peace. In addition to maintaining peace and security, peacekeepers are often charged with assisting in political processes, reforming judicial systems, training law enforcement and police forces, disarming and reintegrating former combatants, facilitating the delivery of humanitarian assistance, and supporting the return of internally displaced persons and refugees. Canada’s assessed contribution to UN Peacekeeping Operations is a legally binding obligation of membership.

Enhance peace and security for the countries and regions concerned;

Contribute to the protection of civilians, support governance and the provision of basic services, advance prospects for peace and enable humanitarian, reconstruction and development activities in the affected areas; and

Maintain multilateral relationships with key UN organizations and bilateral relationships with key allies and other troop and police contributing countries.

N/A

N/A

N/A

August 7, 2002

Ongoing

Grants and contributions

Estimates

2017-18

3.4: Improved peace and security in countries and regions where Canada engages.

Program 27. Weapons Threat Reduction

The Weapons Threat Reduction Program (WTRP) implements Canada’s commitments to the G7-led, 31-member Global Partnership Against the Spread of Weapons and Materials of Mass Destruction, through the delivery of cooperative threat reduction projects globally to counter and prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and related materials (chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear). The WTRP also delivers programming to support the universalization and national implementation of conventional arms control regimes such as the Arms Trade Treaty and the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (the Ottawa Convention).

• Reduced threats to Canadians and the global population from weapons of mass destruction (including related materials) and conventional weapons;
• Strengthened detection, prevention and response to the proliferation of weapons and related materials by partner states as well as regional and international organizations;
• Reduced access to chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear-related materials by non-state actors and states of proliferation concern; and,
• Improved legal and policy instruments and frameworks of partner states that meet international security and weapons threat reduction standards and best practices.

2017-18

Continuation of program

2024-25

Implementing partners include:

• regional and international organizations with relevant mandates, chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear-related security (CBRN) expertise and capacities;
• foreign states and entities thereof, particularly those states whose existing weapons counter-proliferation regimes are deemed to be vulnerable;
• other legal entities, including civil society and individuals, who meet the eligibility requirements under the program’s terms and conditions; and
• Crown corporations and other government departments and agencies with competence in CBRN matters.

In addition to leveraging Canada's global network of missions to identify potential project initiatives, the program:

• undertakes targeted outreach and assessment missions to countries and organizations identified in its interdepartmental strategic programming consultations;
• engages with relevant regional and multilateral institutions (e.g. International Atomic Energy Agency, World Health Organization and Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons); and
• plays a leading role within the G7-led, 31-member Global Partnership Against the Spread of Weapons and Materials of Mass Destruction to identify and coordinate cooperative threat reduction programming.

The World Health Organization (WHO) was founded in 1948, and Canada has been a member since inception.

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2016-17

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

Canada’s annual assessed contribution to the WHO is a legally binding obligation of membership. The purpose of membership is to further the Government of Canada`s foreign policy goals related to health and provide it with a voice in the international community. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

• Enhanced global health security by implementing lessons learned from the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic, in particular through:
  • operationalization of a unified WHO health emergencies program;
  • contribution toward International Health Regulations (2005) (IHRs) core capacities and improvements to the IHRs; and
  • Support for the implementation of the Contingency Fund for Emergencies.
• Accelerated progress toward achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by:
  • reducing maternal mortality;
• improving child survival;
  • addressing the global burden of non-communicable diseases and their main risk factors;
  • promoting healthy environments; and,
  • Increasing access to essential medicines.
• Promotion of health equity by:
  • Strengthening health systems to reach the poorest and most vulnerable.
• Strengthened global norms and standards in health by:
  • Developing, implementing and monitoring global norms and standards; and
  • Promoting safety of food, water and medical products and devices.
• Continued progress to implement WHO institutional reform by:
  • Supporting ongoing efforts to enhance organizational efficiency and transparency, as well as implementation of measures to prevent sexual exploitation and abuse and sexual harassment.

The WHO’s programme budget, which sets out the strategic objectives and expected outcomes for the organization’s work is approved every two years by the World Health Assembly. For additional details on results and plans, please consult: WHO Programme Budget

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

January 1, 1995

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2009-10

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

2.1: Canada helps to build and safeguard an open and inclusive rules-based global trading system.

Program 12. Trade Policy, Agreements, Negotiations, and Disputes

Canada’s contribution to the World Trade Organization (WTO) budget reflects Canada’s commitment to safeguarding the multilateral trading system. It is based on our share of world trade and determined on an annual basis. The WTO is a cornerstone of Canada’s trade policy, providing a common set of rules, rights and obligations for the trade policies of its 164 members and a forum for Canada to advance its trade interests on the broadest possible basis. The WTO provides Canada with the opportunity to build alliances, influence rules and secure concessions on issues where it may otherwise have less leverage. Issues such as agriculture subsidies and regulatory concerns (e.g. sanitary and phytosanitary measures) are more effectively addressed multilaterally. The WTO also has a dispute settlement system, of which Canada is a regular user. The Appellate Body lost quorum in December 2019, but other proceedings continue and Canada has access to an interim appeal arrangement with certain partners. Through the ongoing work of its many committees, the WTO provides a forum for Canada to raise and resolve a range of trade irritants and market access issues. Finally, the WTO is also an active forum for trade policy monitoring and surveillance.

• Canada’s objectives are protecting the integrity of the WTO agreements and institutions; pursuing disciplines on domestic support for agriculture; advancing negotiations on eliminating harmful fisheries subsidies; and ensuring that the WTO remains relevant to the realities of 21st century economies, including for example, by delivering outcomes in negotiations on contemporary economic issues such as electronic commerce and trade and gender.
• Finding constructive ways to advance multilateral and plurilateral discussions on issues facing the global trading system, including on issues such as agriculture, fisheries, and e-commerce. At the 12^th WTO Ministerial Conference (MC12) in June 2022 WTO Members reached a number of outcomes that strengthen the multilateral trading system. These include an extension of the moratorium on custom duties on electronic transmissions until MC13; an outcome on the fisheries subsidies negotiations; a WTO Response to the Pandemic that includes a consensus TRIPS waiver proposal; and an agreement on the World Food Programme proposal and a statement on trade and food security.
• Leadership on WTO reform through continued convening of a representative group of WTO members (the “Ottawa Group”) committed to supporting and modernizing the multilateral trading system. Discussions focus on three main themes: immediate actions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the WTO; safeguarding and strengthening the dispute-settlement system; and reinvigorating the WTO’s negotiating function. At MC12 in June 2022, the Ottawa Group published a statement advocating for forward momentum on WTO reform after MC12, setting the stage for meaningful progress towards reforming the three pillars of the WTO by the next Ministerial Conference (MC13).
• Participation in accession negotiations and trade policy reviews of WTO members.
• Participation in the WTO dispute settlement system, which is the world’s preeminent body for discussing and resolving international trade disputes. Canada is also an active participant in efforts to review the Dispute Settlement Understanding. Canada continues to work with like-minded WTO members to find interim and long-term solutions to the impasse in new appointments to the WTO Appellate Body, which has resulted in it no longer being able to hear new appeals as of December 2019.
• Participation in the work of WTO committees and councils.

The governance mechanisms of international organizations include oversight services. Global Affairs Canada will rely upon these oversight regimes to assist in monitoring the WTO’s accountability for achieving objectives agreed to by its members and for stewardship of its funds, which are contributed by member states, including Canada.

The WTO’s external auditors conduct a performance audit of the WTO, which is based on standards set by the International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions. The 2021 performance audit was released on September 5, 2022.

Continuation: “In our opinion, the Financial Statements give a fair view of the Financial Position of the World Trade Organization as at 31 December 2021, as well as the Financial Performance, the Changes in Net Assets/Equity the Cash Flow and for the 12 months period ended 31 December 2021 in conformity with the International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).”

See WT/BFA/W588/Rev1/.

Evaluation for 2022 is expected to be released in the summer of July 2023.

International (non-government)

N/A

December 1999

Ongoing

Contributions

Estimates

2011-12 (amended); 2015-16 (amended); 2018-19 (amended); 2019-20 (amended).

3.4 Improved peace and security in countries and regions where Canada engages.

Program 26 Anti-Crime and Counter-Terrorism Capacity Building

The Anti-Crime Capacity Building Program (ACCBP) provides assistance to enhance the capacity of key beneficiary states, government entities and other international and non-governmental organizations to prevent and respond to threats posed by international criminal activity in a manner consistent with international human rights obligations, norms and standards, with a global mandate and a focus on the Americas.

The ACCBP manages the Annual Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to the Organization of American States Inter-American Drug Abuse Control Commission (OAS-CICAD) and to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The AVCs have three primary objectives:

1. to financially assist UNODC to fulfill its mandate in the fight against drugs and international crime at global levels;
2. to financially assist OAS to fulfill its mandate in the fight against drugs at hemispheric levels; and
3. to help enable Canada to maintain a visible and influential role in UNODC and OAS

The AVCs fund efforts to reduce demand for illicit drugs, reduce supply and availability of illicit drugs, strengthen the ability of the international community to address international crime, and support coordination of drug control through research, international policy development and evaluation. Addressing international crime includes crime prevention, criminal justice, criminal law reform (rule of law) including transnational organized crime, corruption, trafficking in persons, and terrorism prevention.

The AVCs include dedicated funds to support objectives within the Enforcement Pillar of Canada’s National Anti-Drug Strategy.

2012-13

Continuation

2022-2023

International organizations (UNODC & OAS-CICAD)

The ACCBP accepts proposals from partners at any time for prospective projects. Applicants include other federal government departments, non-government organizations and international organizations. The ACCBP works directly with recipient organizations and their beneficiary state agencies to determine how best to support their security efforts.

1989

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

N/A

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests.

1.2: Canada’s leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

Program 18. Asia Pacific Trade

Canada’s assessed contribution to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Secretariat serves to sustain our influence on economic integration and cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region (e.g. trade liberalization and facilitation, economic development, human security). Active engagement in APEC ensures that Canada maintains the necessary visibility and credibility to be a valued Asia-Pacific partner and provides Canada with a valuable platform to promote Canadian priorities and interests in the region. APEC is the only Asia-Pacific regional body that meets at the Leader-level of which Canada is a member.

Enhanced overall engagement with rapidly growing Southeast Asia nations that build and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests in the Asia-Pacific.

Increased trade and foreign direct investment with Asia-Pacific partners with a focus on more diversified, modern, and inclusive approaches.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

Canada ratified the Basel Convention in1992. The Convention came into force in 1992.

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution under the Basel Convention to protect human health and the environment against the adverse effects of hazardous wastes. The scope of application of the Convention covers a wide range of wastes defined as “hazardous wastes” based on their origin and/or composition and their characteristics, as well as types of wastes defined as “other wastes” – household waste, incinerator ash, plastic waste and, as of 1 January 2025 electrical and electronic wastes. Canada’s assessed contribution to the Basel Convention is a legally binding obligation of membership. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

Under the Basel Convention, key results expected include:

• development of technical guidelines on environmentally sound management (ESM) practices for many types of waste, to provide direction to Parties and others;
• effectiveness evaluation of the Basel Convention;
• partnership on plastic waste;
• review of some annexes to the Convention, including those pertaining to disposal operations, waste types and constituents and hazard characteristics;
• national reporting.

For more information about Canada`s involvement, visit: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

November 6, 1992

Ongoing

Grant

Estimates

2011-12

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 24. Multilateral International Assistance

To support activities related to the permanent establishment in Canada of the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (SCBD)

It is expected that the annual grant to the SCBD will achieve the following results:

• demonstrate the importance that Canada attaches to the objectives of the Convention on Biological Diversity, and highlight the sustainable development agenda of the Government of Canada;
• generate economic benefits in proportion to the investment made by Canada in the SCBD;
• Support & strengthen Canada’s role as UN host state.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

1966

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2012-13, amended in 2022-23

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

3.1: Improved physical, social and economic well-being for the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly for women and girls, in countries where Canada engages.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

Canada’s assessed contribution to the regular budget of the Commonwealth Foundation demonstrates Canada’s commitment to inclusive governance, by promoting transparency and the active participation of civil society in Commonwealth countries. Engagement also reinforces Canada’s relationships with other Commonwealth members.

The following expected results are from the Commonwealth Foundation’s 2021-2026 Strategic Plan:

• Civil society engages actively and constructively in governance in pursuit of Commonwealth values and principles.
• The national environment supports a free and vibrant civil society.
• Commonwealth civil society, member states and institutions are inspired and empowered to address the critical issues of equality, justice and inclusion.

2021-22

Continuation.

2023-24

• International (non-government): support to an intergovernmental organisation (Commonwealth Foundation), as well as support to NGOs located in Commonwealth countries who benefit from the activities of the Commonwealth Foundation, via its Strategic Plan.
• Individual: the Foundation provides funding to individuals from across the Commonwealth (e.g. Writers), to allow travel to events such as the launch of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize.

The next Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) will take place in October 2024. There will be several opportunities for Canada to engage and consult with civil society organizations from Commonwealth member governments, as well as the Commonwealth Foundation. This will contribute to the planning and implementation of the overall policy framework and activities of the Commonwealth Foundation.

1973

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2012-13, amended in 2022-23

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law

3.1: Improved physical, social and economic well-being for the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly for women and girls, in countries where Canada engages.

2. Multilateral Policy

Canada’s support to the Commonwealth Youth Programme (CYP) promotes and contributes to youth development in the Commonwealth, and to enhancing Canada’s relationships with other Commonwealth member countries on youth issues. CYP advocates for the effective participation of young women and men in the development process and for social transformation and values their full engagement at all levels of decision-making.

CYP activities are managed through a separate funding stream from the Commonwealth Secretariat and are overseen by the Division of Youth Affairs. The Commonwealth Secretariat's Strategic Plan contains two youth-specific cross-cutting outcomes:

• Effective participation and enhanced equality of opportunity for youth in leadership, governance, and economic and social development.
• Reduced gender disparities in access to political, social and economic rights and violence against women and girls.

2021-22

Continuation.

2023-24

International (non-government):

• Support to an intergovernmental organisation (Commonwealth Secretariat, which houses the CYP)

Individual:

• CYP supports youth delegates to participate in Commonwealth youth events, such as the Commonwealth Youth Forum held at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).

The next Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) will take place in October 2024. At this meeting, Canada will have several opportunities to engage and consult with youth delegates and youth organizations from Commonwealth member governments, particularly at the Commonwealth Youth Forum. This will contribute to the achievement of the Commonwealth's Global Youth Agenda.

February 1998

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

December 2011 – extended indefinitely by the Minister of Foreign Affairs

1.1 Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law

Program 11. International Security Policy and Diplomacy

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution to the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO), which is responsible for provisionally implementing the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty.

• To strengthen global capacity, including by addressing gaps in coverage from the International Monitoring System, to monitor for nuclear tests and seismic events;
• Effective and efficient implementation of the CTBTO’s major programs as reflected in its program and budget; and
• To ensure that CTBTO actions and decisions are consistent with Canadian foreign policy priorities, through continued Canadian participation in the CTBTO’s activities, including the Preparatory Commission and its political and technical subsidiary bodies.

N/A

N/A

The CTBTO’s internal and external oversight bodies provide functions such as internal audit, program monitoring, program evaluation, inspections, consulting and investigations. The CTBTO’s current external auditor is the Accounts Chamber of the Russian Federation. Canada’s representatives to the CTBTO have access to all audit and financial reports produced by the oversight bodies and presented to the Preparatory Commission.

Global Affairs Canada officials may review these reports and advocate Canadian issues, as required.

International organizations

N/A

1992

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in support of its three objectives: the conservation of biological diversity; the sustainable use of the components of biological diversity; and the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising from the utilization of genetic resources. Canada’s assessed contribution to the CBD is a legally binding obligation of membership. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

• Parties agree to increase efforts to meet the three objectives of the Convention: to conserve biodiversity, sustainably use biodiversity, and to share the benefits from the utilization of genetic resources.
• Parties develop national targets, using the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF) and its 23 targets as a flexible framework, thus providing information on measures that they have taken to meet the objectives of the Convention.
• The Convention monitors and reviews of National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plan implementation in accordance with the KMGBF and national targets, making use of the set of headlines indicators developed for the KMGBF as a flexible framework.
• Parties report on progress achieved towards implementation of the KMGBF and its 23 targets through their national reports.

For more information about Canada’s involvement, visit:

Environment and Climate Change Canada

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

1985

Ongoing

Grant

Statutory Authority: Diplomatic Service (Special) Superannuation Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. D-2)

2013-14

5.1: Sound management and delivery of resources, infrastructure and services enables Canada’s presence abroad.

Program 48. Financial Management

To provide superannuation benefits for senior appointees of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (Global Affairs Canada) serving outside Canada.

Continued payment of superannuation benefits for senior appointees of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (Global Affairs Canada) serving outside Canada.

N/A (Statutory Authority)

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

April 1, 2024

March 31, 2029

Grants and Contributions

Estimates

2023-2024 (new)

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada's interests

1.2: Canada's leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

7. Asia Pacific Policy & Diplomacy (BVB08)

The purpose of this program is to strengthen Canada’s presence and influence in the Indo-Pacific region by supporting the establishment and operation of a regional office for the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada) and other programming aligned with Indo-Pacific Strategy objectives.

Increased engagement and enhanced awareness of Canadian expertise and research in the Indo-Pacific

N/A

N/A

N/A

Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada

N/A

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) was established in 1965 and Canada joined in 1981

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2016-17

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

The IARC is the specialized cancer agency of the World Health Organization. Its mission is to conduct and promote international collaboration in cancer research with the objective of improving health through a reduction in the incidence of and mortality from cancer throughout the world. Canada’s assessed contribution to the IARC is a legally binding obligation of membership. Assessed contributions are used to finance the organization’s research program toward attainment of IARC’s objectives, as set out in its Statute. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

Through collaboration with international partners, IARC is expected to continue to:

• Elucidate the causes of cancer and study approaches for early detection and prevention;
• Report on the burden of cancer worldwide and monitor geographical variations and trends over time;
• Contribute evidence to be translated effectively into timely policies for cancer control;
• Coordinate a biobank (+6 million samples) to study the causes, early detection and prevention of cancer;
• Contribute to education and training of cancer researchers worldwide;
• Disseminate findings to the widest possible audience.

For further information, visit the IARC web site

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

1946

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution to International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a specialized agency of the UN that works with 193 Member States and industry groups to reach consensus on international standards and recommended practices and policies on civil aviation, which States use when developing their legally enforceable national regulations. Canada’s assessed contribution to ICAO is a legally binding obligation of membership. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

The ICAO Assembly approves organization’s budget every three years. The budget set out the priorities to guide the activities of the ICAO to enable its member states to attain safe, secure, efficient, economically viable and environmentally responsible air transport. For additional details on the budget of the ICAO for 2023, 2024, and 2025, please consult 10174_en.pdf (icao.int).

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

Not applicable. Assessed contributions to international organizations.

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

Not applicable. Assessed contributions to international organizations.

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests.

1.2: Canada’s leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened

Program 1. International Policy Coordination

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution as a member of the International Energy Agency (IEA), the leading global authority on energy policy, market analysis and cleaner technologies. The IEA is an autonomous organization that works to ensure reliable, affordable and clean energy for its 30 member countries and beyond. The IEA has four main areas of focus: energy security, economic development, environmental awareness and engagement worldwide.

That Canada benefits from the IEA’s analysis, data, policy recommendations, and real-world solutions to help countries provide secure and sustainable energy for all. Current areas of work include promoting energy efficiency, ensuring energy security, promoting digital demand-driven electricity networks, and providing official, comparable energy data and statistics for more than 100 countries.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

20 Nov 1990

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2024-2025

1.3 Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 3: International Law

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution to the IHFFC, an international fact-finding body, mandated to investigate serious violations of international humanitarian law. Canada and Seventy-four other Parties to the Geneva Convention’s First Additional Protocol (as well as the Palestinian Authority) have recognized the competence of the Commission. Promoting the IHFFC reflects Canada’s role in upholding the rules-based international order, particularly related to international humanitarian law.

IHFFC promotes compliance with international humanitarian law through enquiries of potential grave breaches or other serious violations of the Geneva Conventions or the First Additional Protocols.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organization: Non‑governmental organizations that are not from Canada or that are not located in Canada

Limited engagement. Canada has pledged to promote the IHFFC at the International Conference of the International Red Cross/Red Crescent. Canada frequently promotes the competency of the IHFFC in international resolutions.

1948

Ongoing

Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a specialized agency of the UN that is responsible the safety and security of international shipping and the prevention of marine and atmosphere pollution from ships. It is also involved in legal matters, including liability and compensation issues and the facilitation of international maritime traffic. Canada’s assessed contribution to the IMO is a legally binding obligation of membership. The recipients is not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

Key results expected include:

• Promotion of safe, secure, and environmentally sound, efficient and sustainable shipping;
• Progress toward achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development

For more information, visit the International Maritime Organization (imo.org)

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations

N/A

Not applicable. Assessed contributions to international organizations.

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

Not applicable. Assessed contributions to international organizations.

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests.

1.2: Canada’s leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened

Program 1. International Policy Coordination

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution as a member of International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). IRENA’s mandate is to promote and support the widespread deployment and sustainable use of renewable energy in the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, energy security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity.

That Canada can benefit from IRENA’s wide range of products and services, including: annual reviews of renewable energy employment; renewable energy capacity statistics; renewable energy cost studies; renewable readiness assessments; renewable energy benefits studies; renewable energy technology briefs; facilitation of regional renewable energy planning; and renewable energy project development tools.

N/A

N/A

Not applicable, international organisation. Transfer Payments excepted from the FAA 42.1 Requirements.

International organization

N/A

November 7, 2003

Ongoing

Contribution (annual, assessed).

Estimates.

N/A

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada's interests.

1.2: Canada's leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

Program 3: International Law

To pay Canada’s annual assessed contribution under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) for the operation of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) for budget years 2024, 2025, and 2026.

Canada’s annual contributions to this organisation for the years 2024, 2025, and 2026 are paid in full and on time, meeting Canada’s obligations.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations. The ISA is an international organization created under UNCLOS.

Through regular contacts with the ISA, including at annual meetings of ISA Member States, Canada is kept informed of the Authority’s activities and given an opportunity to comment and contribute to charting the way forward. The ISA budget is approved by its Member States (including Canada) at regular ISA meetings.

1996

Ongoing

Contribution (annual, assessed)

Estimates

N/A

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada's interests.

1.2: Canada's leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

Program 3: International Law

To pay Canada’s annual assessed contribution under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) for the operation of International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) for budget years 2024, 2025, and 2026.

Canada’s annual contributions to this organisation for the years 2024, 2025, and 2026 are paid in full and on time, meeting Canada’s obligations.

That Canada benefits from ITLOS’s role in the rules-based international system.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International organizations. ITLOS is an international tribunal created under UNCLOS.

Through regular contact with the ITLOS, including at annual meetings of States Parties to UNCLOS, Canada is kept informed of the Tribunal’s activities and given an opportunity to comment and contribute to charting the way forward. ITLOS’ annual budgets are approved every two years by UNCLOS States Parties (including Canada) at annual meetings of States Parties to UNCLOS.

Ongoing

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

Varies

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships

that advance Canada's interests.

1.2: Canada's leadership on global issues contributes to a just

and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and

respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened

Program 11. International Security Policy and Diplomacy

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program:

To pay Canada’s assessed contributions as a state party to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention, the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons, the Convention on Cluster Munitions, the Convention on Anti-Personnel Landmines, the Arms Trade Treaty, and the Seabed Arms Control Treaty

Canada’s treaty obligations are upheld.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International (non-government): Non‑governmental organizations that are not from Canada or that are not located in Canada

Canada conducts regular diplomatic engagement with the aforementioned international non-proliferation and disarmament bodies.

1975

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2020-21

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests.

1.2: Canada’s leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened

Program 11. International Security Policy and Diplomacy

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution to the Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in order to meet its financial obligations as an NEA member. Membership in the NEA furthers the Government of Canada’s domestic nuclear policy goals and provides Canada with access to an international forum to discuss the peaceful uses of nuclear energy.

• Effective and efficient implementation of the OECD NEA’s programme of work.
• Direct and indirect technical and commercial dividends to the Canadian nuclear industry; and
• OECD NEA actions and decisions reflect Canadian interests and priorities.

N/A

N/A

No evaluation is planned based on a low risk exemption.

International (non-government): Non-governmental organizations that are not from Canada or that are not located in Canada.

N/A

1968

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2012

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests

1. International Policy Coordination

To pay the assessed contribution for Canada’s participation in CERI to further the provincial/territorial and federal government’s development, analysis and understanding of activities, policies and innovations in the area of education and learning.

Provide and promote international comparative research, innovation and key indicators.

Explore forward-looking and innovative approaches to education and learning.

Facilitate bridges between educational research, innovation and policy development.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International Organizations

N/A

1978

Ongoing

Contribution

Annual

2019-20

2.1: Canada helps to build and safeguard an open and inclusive rules-based global trading system.

Program 12. Trade Policy, Agreements, Negotiations, and Disputes

Support the activities of the OECD Steel Committee that provides participants with a forum to exchange views on commercial and policy developments in their domestic and global steel markets. The Committee also provides participants with regular statistical and analytical reports on such developments.

Canada is able to exchange information with other steel producing countries to cooperate on identifying and addressing evolving challenges facing the steel industry, including market distorting steel policies.

N/A

N/A

No evaluations are planned since it is a very small amount that Canada contributes as an annual assessed contribution to cover our share of the OECD Steel Committee costs.

Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development located in Paris France.

N/A

29 April, 1997

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada's interests.

1.2: Canada's leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened

11. International Security Policy and Diplomacy

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution under the Chemical Weapons Convention. The OPCW comprises over 190 member states that share the collective goal of preventing chemistry from ever again being used for warfare, thereby strengthening international security.

The Convention contains four key objectives: destroying all existing chemical weapons under international verification by the OPCW; monitoring the chemical industry to prevent new weapons from re-emerging; providing assistance and protection to States Parties against chemical threats; and fostering international cooperation to strengthen implementation of the Convention and promote the peaceful use of chemistry.

Canada’s treaty obligations are upheld.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International (non-government): Non‑governmental organizations that are not from Canada or that are not located in Canada

Canada conducts regular diplomatic engagement with the aforementioned international non-proliferation and disarmament bodies.

1985

Ongoing

Grant

Statutory Authority - Diplomatic Service (Special) Superannuation Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. D-2)

2013-14

5.1: Sound management and delivery of resources, infrastructure and services enables Canada’s presence abroad.

Program 48. Financial Management

To provide superannuation benefits for senior appointees of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (Global Affairs Canada) serving outside Canada.

Continued payment of superannuation benefits for senior appointees of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (Global Affairs Canada) serving outside Canada.

N/A, Statutory Authority

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

July 1^st, 1996

Ongoing

Contribution

Estimates

2012-13

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 5. Europe, Arctic, Middle East and Maghreb Policy & Diplomacy

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution to support the Peace Implementation Council (PIC) and its Steering Board, of which Canada is a member. The PIC Steering Board advises the Office of the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina (OHR) on political, economic and security matters. The Steering Board members share the cost of OHR operations.

• The High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina is provided with guidance and advice on political, economic and security matters.
• The development of Bosnia and Herzegovina into a functioning state is facilitated.
• The Dayton Peace Agreement is further implemented.

N/A

N/A

N/A

International (non-government)

• The PIC Steering Board meets at the level of political directors twice a year.
• The High Representative reports periodically on progress in implementation of the Peace Agreement to the United Nations.
• Each year, an External Auditor presents a report and opinion to the High Representative and the PIC Steering Board Financial Experts. The PIC Steering Board and the High Representative review the report and take appropriate actions to improve resources management.

1994

Ongoing

Contribution

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2023-2024

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 3. International Law

To support the key role that the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) plays in resolving international disputes in a peaceful manner and in the successful resolution of both public and private disputes between states. Canada’s support for the PCA is directly related to article 10(2)(j) of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act, according to which the Minister of Foreign Affairs is required to “foster the development of international law and its application in Canada’s external relations.”

• Enable the PCA to carry out its role of facilitating arbitration, conciliation, fact-finding, and other dispute resolution proceedings among various combinations of States, State entities, intergovernmental organizations, and private parties. The PCA’s International Bureau is currently administering 7 interstate proceedings, 103 investor-state arbitrations and 94 cases arising under contracts or other agreements involving a state or other public entity, and 3 other proceedings. Details can be found on the PCA’s website.
• Engage in outreach to promote better understanding and greater use of arbitration and conciliation procedures to resolve international disputes. The PCA publishes a report on its activities each year, which includes a section on its outreach activities to the arbitral community. The PCA’s annual reports can be downloaded from its website here.
• Carry on all other activities required and expected of a judicial body functioning in accordance with international standards.
• Carry on all activities in accordance with the PCA’s oversight mechanisms. The PCA’s Administrative Council, composed of diplomatic representatives of the Contracting Parties accredited to The Hague, is responsible for the general governance and oversight of the PCA. To do this, it has established two specialized committees. The first is the Financial Committee, which is composed of three independent financial experts, who work pro bono for a renewable term of three years, and advise on financial documents submitted to the Administrative Council. The second is the Budget Committee, where all Contracting Parties may participate to review the financial or budgetary documents prior to consideration by the Administrative Council.

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Canada is an active participant in the annual discussions in the Budget Committee via the Embassy of Canada to the Netherlands. In addition, Global Affairs Canada and Justice Canada collaborate to ensure that the Canadian National Group of the PCA – comprised of the four members of the Court which each Contracting Party is entitled to nominate as potential arbitrators – is staffed with one member from the Supreme Court of Canada, one member of the private bar, one legal academic, and the Legal Adviser to Global Affairs Canada. These members are selected to reflect the geographic and linguistic realties of Canada, for a term of six years.

2023- 24

2027-28

Grant

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2023-24

Core responsibility 1: International advocacy and diplomacy
1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened.

5. Europe, Arctic, Middle East and Maghreb Policy & Diplomacy

The purpose of the proposed program is to provide meaningful and visible commemoration of the victims of the January 2020 PS752 tragedy, through the provision of 176 scholarships, averaging $25,000, supporting international and domestic students in their pursuit of post-secondary education in Canada. This number is meaningful because it represents the total number of victims in the downing of PS752.

Ultimate Outcome

Enhanced social and economic outcomes for Canadian and international students in commemoration of the victims of PS752.

Intermediate Outcomes

1. Strengthening bonds between people through international academic exchanges.
2. Increased actions and engagement by Canadians in commemoration of the victims of PS752 and perceptions of Canada’s efforts by Canadians and other countries.

Immediate Outcomes

1. Increased inclusive and equitable access to quality higher education by Canadian and international students, reflecting the academic or professional background of the victims of PS752 or fields relevant to air disaster prevention.
2. Increased awareness among Canadian and international students of scholarship opportunities created by the program.
3. Enhanced promotion of Government of Canada efforts to commemorate the victims of PS752 and their families.
4. Increased awareness among Canadians of the victims of PS752 and to remember and honour their legacies.

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International and domestic students

GAC developed a comprehensive communication strategy for the launch of a scholarship program which included a dedicated webpage, a social media campaign, media and stakeholder outreach, media lines and Q&As and a ministerial statement. This was in addition to outreach to internal (i.e., EduCanada) and external stakeholders to amplify the launch of the scholarship program (i.e., educational associations, universities, provinces and territories).

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2016-17

1.1 Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests.

Program 6. Americas Policy & Diplomacy

As required by the 1964 agreement between Canada and the United States, the two nations share equally in the costs of development, operation, and maintenance of the Roosevelt Campobello International Park, site of the summer home of former U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The park is located on Campobello Island, New Brunswick (in the Bay of Fundy), and is a lasting symbol of the close relationship between Canada and the United States.

Funding at the current level will allow the park to catch up on deferred maintenance. Investments in infrastructure will improve it from poor/unsatisfactory to satisfactory/good.

Not Applicable. Funding covered under a binding international treaty.

Continuation

Not applicable. Funding covered under a binding international treaty.

Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission

Consultations with Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission and park staff

Canada ratified the Rotterdam Convention in 2002. The Convention came into force in 2004.

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Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution under the Rotterdam Convention, which promotes shared responsibility and cooperative efforts among parties in the international trade of certain hazardous chemicals in order to protect human health and the environment from potential harm. It also contributes to the environmentally sound use of those hazardous chemicals by facilitating information exchange about their characteristics, providing for a national decision-making process on their import and export and disseminating these decisions to parties. Canada`s assessed contribution is a legally binding obligation of membership. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

Under the Rotterdam Convention, key results expected include:

• Scientific support, technical assistance and capacity development to facilitate implementation and compliance with the Convention
• Support to the Chemical Review Committee responsible for reviewing notifications of Final Regulatory Actions and making recommendations to the Conference of the Parties on candidate substances to be subject to the Prior Informed Consent Procedure (PIC)
• Parties share decisions to refuse imports of industrial chemicals or pesticides they have banned domestically when those substances are subject to the PIC procedure
• Information is shared on the risks and hazards of substances subject to the PIC procedure.
• Information is shared with the importing Party on the risks and hazards of industrial chemicals and pesticides not subject to the PIC procedure, but banned or severely restricted by the exporting Party.

For more information about Canada’s involvement, visit: Environment and Climate Change Canada.

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Canada’s voluntary contributions ended on December 31, 2012. Assessed contributions continue.

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2011-2012

1.1: Canada builds and maintains constructive relationships that advance Canada’s interests.

1.2: Canada’s leadership on global issues contributes to a just and inclusive world.

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

1.4: Canada’s global influence is expanded and strengthened

3.1: Improved physical, social and economic well-being for the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly for women and girls, in countries where Canada engages.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution to the Conference des ministres de la jeunesse et des sports des pays d’expression française (CONFEJES), whose goals are to advise and support its members in the areas of youth, sport and community life, and to contribute to the training of leaders in these sectors, , and to the Conférence des ministres de l’Éducation de la Francophonie (CONFEMEN), whose mandate is to improve the quality of education systems and technical and vocational training.

Expected results

The expected results for CONFEJES are as follows:

• The contribution of the Youth, Sports and Recreation (JLS) sectors to the dissemination of the values of the Francophonie is valued.
• The participation of women and girls alongside men and boys is strengthened in the JSL sectors.
• CONFEJES' influence within the Francophonie and with other key partners promotes the inclusion of youth and sports in national and international commitments.

For CONFEMEN, they are as follows:

• The 2022-2026 Strategic Planning is implemented.
• The operation of CONFEMEN's Programme for the Analysis of Education Systems (PASEC) is carried out effectively and efficiently.
• The Observatory on the Quality of Education (OQE) collects, processes and analyzes data on determinants of educational quality in the French-speaking developing member countries of CONFEMEN.
• CONFEMEN's expertise in the field of education is strengthened.
• The partnership between CONFEMEN and the other bodies of the Francophonie is strengthened.

Note that Global Affairs does not lead the performance management strategy of CONFEJES and CONFEMEN. This said, the Department receives narrative reports every two years that describe the activities implemented.

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Canada ratified the Stockholm Convention in 2001. The Convention came into force in 2004.

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2011-12

1.3 Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

To pay Canada`s assessed contribution under the Stockholm Convention to protect human health and the environment from persistent organic pollutants. Canada’s assessed contribution is a legally binding obligation of membership. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

Under the Stockholm Convention, key results expected include:

• Reduced levels of POPs entering the environment through controls to eliminate or restrict use, manufacturing, trade, and releases of POPs;
• Support to the POPs Review Committee responsible for assessing candidate POPs for addition to the Convention;
• Continued global monitoring of POPs to evaluate the effectiveness of the Convention

The Programme and Budget are approved biennially by the Conference of the Parties to the Stockholm Convention.

For more information about Canada`s involvement, visit: Environment and Climate Change Canada

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In force in Canada: 1995

In force internationally: 1996

Canada withdrew in 2014, rejoined in 2016, became a full party on March 21, 2017

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Assessed Contribution

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2023-24

1.3 Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

The Un Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is the sole international legally binding framework addressing desertification, land degradation, and drought. As a party to the UNCCD, Canada has committed to contributing a proportionate share towards the UNCCD’s core budget in support of its general mandate in the form of a mandatory assessed contribution.

Key results expected under the Strategic Framework of the Convention include:

• To improve the condition of affected ecosystems, combat desertification/land degradation, promote sustainable land management and contribute to land degradation neutrality
• To improve the living conditions of affected populations
• To mitigate, adapt to, and manage the effects of drought in order to enhance resilience of vulnerable populations and ecosystems
• To generate global environmental benefits through effective implementation of the UNCCD
• To mobilize substantial and additional financial and nonfinancial resources to support the implementation of the Convention by building effective partnerships at global and national level

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Canada ratified the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) on 4 December 1992, and it entered into force on 21 March 1994.

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Assessed Contribution

Estimates

2011-12

1.3: Canada helps build strong international institutions and respect for international law.

Program 2. Multilateral Policy

To pay Canada’s assessed contribution under the UNFCC Convention, which promotes shared responsibility and cooperative efforts among parties to help stabilize greenhouse gas concentrations at a level that would prevent dangerous human-induced interference with the climate system. Canada`s assessed contribution to the UNFCCC is a legally binding obligation of membership. Recipients are not required to repay funds obtained under this transfer payment program.

Under the UNFCCC, key results expected include:

• Canada plays an active and constructive role in the UNFCCC discussions that support the effective implementation of the Paris Agreement.
• Canada implements its commitments under the UNFCCC and Paris Agreement, including putting forward and regularly strengthening its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), submitting an Adaptation Communications, reporting on its GHG emissions and progress towards its target, and supporting the mitigation and adaptation efforts of developing countries.
• Canada will continue to work with its international partners both under the UNFCCC and in other fora to implement our commitments and promote ambitious climate action by all major emitters.

For more information, visit: Environment and Climate Change Canada

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