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Grants

  1. Grants in Support of Organizations Associated with Research, Development, Management and Promotion of Fisheries and Oceans-related Issues
  2. Grants in Support of Asset Disposal Programming
  3. Grants in Support of Aquatic Species and Aquatic Habitat
  4. Grants in Support of Indigenous Reconciliation Priorities
  5. Grants in Support of Salmon Enhancement Programming

Contributions

  1. Contributions in Support of the Integrated Fish and Seafood Sector Management Framework
  2. Contributions to Support Indigenous Reconciliation Priorities
  3. Contributions to Support of Organizations Associated with Research, Development, Management and Promotion of Fisheries and Oceans-related Issues
  4. Contributions in support of the Canadian Coast Guard Integrated Program Management Framework
  5. Contribution in Support of the Salmon Sub-Committee of the Yukon Fish and Wildlife Management Board
  6. Contributions in Support of the Sustainable Management of Canada’s Fisheries
  7. Contributions in Support of Ecosystems and Oceans Science
  8. Contributions in Support of Aquatic Species and Aquatic Habitat
  9. Contributions in Support of the Small Craft Harbours Class Program
  10. Contributions in Support of the Integrated Indigenous Programs Management Framework
  11. Contribution in Support of the Pacific Salmon Foundation
  12. Contribution Program with T. Buck Suzuki Environmental Foundation
  13. Contributions in Support of Salmon Enhancement Programming

Grants

1) Grants in Support of Organizations Associated with Research, Development, Management and Promotion of Fisheries and Oceans-related Issues

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants 275,500 275,500 275,500 275,500
Total contributions - - - -
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 275,500 275,500 275,500 275,500

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

1.1 Class Grants - Grants to Support Organizations Associated with Research, Development, Management and Promotion of Fisheries and Oceans-related Issues

Start date

January 2013

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Grant

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2019-20

Link to departmental result(s)

The class grants program supports all Departmental Results.

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

The class grants program supports all programs in the Department's Program Inventory.

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this transfer payment program is to encourage the research, development, management, conservation, protection or promotion of fisheries and oceans initiatives and related issues, by providing assistance to selected organizations for designated activities which will contribute to program objectives, as described in the Main Estimates.

The objective is to provide support for safe, healthy, productive waters and aquatic ecosystems, for the benefit of present and future generations. The program is associated with the Fisheries, Aquatic Ecosystems, Marine Navigation and Marine Operations and Response core responsibilities and supports various programs within the Department of Fisheries and Oceans.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2013-14

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Not applicable

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

Not applicable. This grant is exempted from section 42.1 of the Financial Administration Act as per the Policy on Results. However, when deemed applicable, it will be included in program evaluations.

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

2) Grants in Support of Asset Disposal Programming

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants 1,336,483 750,000 650,000 500,000
Total contributions - - - -
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 1,336,483 750,000 650,000 500,000

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

2.1 Small Craft Harbours – Class Grant

Start date

April 1, 2012

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Grant

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)

The commercial fishing industry has access to safe harbours

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Small Craft Harbours

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this transfer payment program is to offer grants to eligible recipients who accept a small craft harbour in “as is” condition. A grant is given in lieu of DFO’s repairing a harbour for divestiture and leaves repair decisions to the recipient. All DFO responsibilities for the divested harbour are assumed completely by the recipient at the time of transfer.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

Not applicable. This grant is exempted from section 42.1 of the Financial Administration Act as per the Policy on Results. However, when deemed applicable, it will be included in program evaluations.

General targeted recipient groups

The program only issues a few grants a year and as such the staff has an opportunity to work very closely with each proponent to negotiate the most optimal amount of the grant to fulfill program objectives (mostly repairs).

Targeted recipient groups include provincial or municipal government or agency thereof, local non-profit organizations, local development associations, First Nations and First Nations-owned corporations (for profit and non-profit), or an amalgamation of such interested parties.

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

There are no formal mechanisms to engage applicants and recipients for the class grant program. Once a site has been deemed to be a surplus asset and is slated for divestiture, Small Craft Harbours staff will engage with the aforementioned groups in the order noted above. Should a group express interest, Small Craft Harbours staff then engages in negotiation with that group to find a mechanism and the terms for the transfer that are satisfactory for both the identified group and the Government of Canada. A grant-in-lieu of repairs through the class grant programs is one of the mechanism that can be identified to move forward with the transfer.

2.2 Grants and Contributions Program for the Divestiture of Surplus Lighthouses - Grants

Start date

April 1, 2012

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Grant

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)

Internal Services

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Internal Services

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this transfer payment program is to facilitate the sale or transfer of surplus lighthouses to non-profit organizations and municipalities.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Not applicable

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

Not applicable. This grant is exempted from section 42.1 of the Financial Administration Act as per the Policy on Results. However, when deemed applicable, it will be included in program evaluations.

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Information is not available at this time. For all inquiries, please email the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

3) Grants in Support of Aquatic Species and Aquatic Habitat

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants 4,077,585 2,600,000 100,000 100,000
Total contributions - - - -
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 4,077585 2,600,000 100,000 100,000

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

3.1 Oceans Management Program - Grants

Start date

2016-17

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Grant

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Marine Planning and Conservation

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of the Oceans Management Grant funding in support of Indigenous groups is to support the development and implementation of oceans conservation and management activities in areas where management of marine resources or proposed marine conservation measures overlap with traditional territories or domestic fishing areas established under modern treaties.

Expected results

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

Not applicable

General targeted recipient groups

Indigenous groups

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

This grant provides directed funding of projects.

3.2 Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Grants

Start date

2018-19

End date

2022-23

Type of transfer payment

Grant

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Fish and Fish Habitat Protection

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program is to support the participation of Indigenous groups, Indigenous communities, and Indigenous organizations in consultations with the Fish and Fish Habitat Protection Program on departmental Crown conduct (i.e. decisions, such as arrangements, approvals, authorizations and permits) under the Fisheries Act, Species at Risk Act (SARA) and section 82 of the Impact Assessment Act, and to support consultation when the program is the federal Crown consultation coordinator for a designated project after the Impact Assessment decision statement is issued under the Impact Assessment Act.

Grant funding may also be used for the following activities when the materiality of funding, and the risk profile of applicants and recipients is low: for engagement on the development of program policies, program and regulatory initiatives; and, the development of the technical capacity of Indigenous peoples to support their greater involvement in the conservation and protection of fish and fish habitat and in other collaborative activities.

Expected results

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups

Indigenous organizations, governments, individuals, boards, commissions, communities, associations and authorities, including:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

This grant provides directed funding of projects.

4) Grants to Support Indigenous Reconciliation Priorities

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants 3,335,240 745,860 745,860 745,860
Total contributions - - - -
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 3,335,240 745,860 745,860 745,860

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

4.1 Indigenous Reconciliation Transfer Payment Program – Grants

Start date

June 2020

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Grant

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2020-21

Link to departmental result(s)

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Aboriginal Programs and Treaties

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose is to support priorities such as Indigenous reconciliation including building and sustaining Indigenous capacity to implement, monitor, evaluate and report on project and/or agreement activities. These activities will often require consultation, engagement, and participation of Indigenous groups in preparation for agreeing to the reconciliation measures.

Expected results

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

Not applicable (new program)

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Not applicable

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2024-25

General targeted recipient groups

Eligible recipients must possess the legal capacity necessary to enter into a grant or a contribution funding agreement in order to receive funding.

Prior to the signing of a grant or contribution funding agreement, a reconciliation agreement is required to have been signed between Canada and by the Indigenous group or aggregate.

Eligible recipients include:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Recipients are engaged on an ongoing basis through the development and administration of grant agreements.

5) Grants in Support of Salmon Enhancement Programming

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants 1,550,000 1,575,000 1,600,000 -
Total contributions - - - -
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 1,550,000 1,575,000 1,600,000 -

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

5.1 Salmon Enhancement Programming – Grant

Start date

2021-22

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Grant

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2021-22

Link to departmental result(s)

Canadian fisheries are sustainably managed

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Salmonid Enhancement Program

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this program is to enhance salmon, through public and First Nations in order to produce fish that contribute to salmon conservation, rebuilding, harvest, assessment, education, community involvement and/or stewardship objectives. This work contributes to education, engagement, ecosystem health and economic productivity outcomes.

Expected results

Canadian fisheries are sustainably managed

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

Not applicable

General targeted recipient groups

This is a targeted program that does not have an open application process. 18 community advisors work with the various recipients throughout the process.

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Program staff meet (directly and virtually) with program partners regularly throughout the year to provide technical, biological and administrative support partners’ enhancement program delivery. Ongoing engagement with funding recipients and applicants is required to effectively manage the program in order to ensure fish health standards, production planning objectives and proper operational outcomes are achieved.

Contributions

1) Contributions in Support of the Integrated Fish and Seafood Sector Management Framework

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total contributions - - - -
Total grants 107,847,358 82,894,265 72,213,218 -
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 107,847 358 82,894,265 72,213,218 -

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

1.1 Atlantic Fisheries Fund

Start date

2018-19

End date

2023-24

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2018-19

Link to departmental result(s)

Canadian fisheries are sustainably managed

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Fish and Seafood Sector

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program
Expected results

In collaboration with its provincial and territorial funding partners, the Atlantic Fisheries Fund (AFF) will continue to administer the implementation of its final projects under each of the three Atlantic strategic pillars: Innovation, Infrastructure, and Science Partnerships. No new projects will be assessed and approved during this time; however, with over 1,150 active projects that require administration through monitoring, claims processing, results data collection and file closure; the fund will shift its focus to these as its primary activities. This will allow the fund to further demonstrate its progress towards realizing its ultimate outcome of sustainable economic growth in the Atlantic Canadian Fish and Seafood Sector while winding down the fund. In addition, AFF will continue to manage and administer the repayments of its significant repayable portfolio, which is valued at over $115 million of federal and provincial funds which will continue to be gradually received over the next ten years.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2027-28

General targeted recipient groups

Atlantic Fisheries Fund recipient groups include fish and seafood sector industry associations (harvesting, seafood processing, and aquaculture), Indigenous groups, commercial enterprises (harvesters, aquaculturists, and seafood processors), academics and universities, research institutions, and provincial Crown corporations. To be eligible the recipients must reside in an Atlantic province, be active in the fish and seafood sector activities, and demonstrate maximum economic benefits accruing to the Atlantic region.

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

The fund will continue to meet with its recipients in-person as it refocuses on in-person monitoring to document contribution agreement compliance, project progress and results. In addition, the Atlantic provincial partners will continue to be regularly engaged to discuss the evolving needs of the sector and emerging priorities for all parties. Also, ongoing engagement with funding recipients will continue to be required to effectively manage the program, process expense claims, administer repayments and closeout project files.

1.2 Quebec Fisheries Fund

Start date

2018-19

End date

2023-24

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2018-19

Link to departmental result(s)

Canadian fisheries are sustainably managed

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Fish and Seafood Sector

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program
Expected results

The Quebec Fisheries Fund (QFF) signed 30 contribution agreements with various partners in the Quebec fishing industry, exceeding its target of 25 projects. The majority of these projects involve the adoption of new technologies and fishing gear, thereby promoting the sustainable development of Quebec’s fisheries.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2027-28

General targeted recipient groups

Commercial, for-profit enterprises, including the following:

Non-commercial, non-profit enterprises, including the following:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

The fund began meeting with its recipients more in-person, once pandemic restrictions lifted which enabled the collection of more results data as well as monitoring for compliance. The Atlantic provincial partners were regularly engaged to discuss the evolving needs of the sector and emerging priorities for all parties. Ongoing engagement with funding recipients and applicants is required to effectively manage the program and where in-person visits were not possible, calls and emails were an effective substitute until an in-person visit could be arranged.

1.3 British Columbia Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund

Start date

2018-19

End date

2025-26

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2018-19

Link to departmental result(s)

Canadian fisheries are sustainably managed

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Fish and Seafood Sector

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program
Expected results

The expected results for the British Columbia Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund (BCSRIF) are that 100% (97/97) of projects result in improvements in one or more of the following areas: improved product quality, improved productivity, increased environmental and/or economic sustainability.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2024-25

General targeted recipient groups

BCSRIF has broad eligibility for BC-based organizations and prioritizes coverage amongst eligible organization types when recommending funding. In particular in the most recent application and funding round, BCSRIF instituted a principle ‘Indigenous participation and the inclusion of Indigenous Knowledge’ in order to better prioritize strong Indigenous-led and partnered projects. As a result, 40% of BCSRIF-funded projects are led by Indigenous organizations with an additional 20%+ having Indigenous partners (i.e. two-thirds of BCSRIF-funded projects have Indigenous involvement).

Composition of other organization types funded by BCSRIF: Environmental Non-government Organizations (19%), Academia (16%), Stewardship groups (14%), Industry (11%)

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

BCSRIF conducts intensive engagement both externally with eligible organizations and internally with government colleagues (i.e. DFO and BC) in order to arrive at both strategic funding priorities for each application round and to bilaterally analyze the priorities of potential applicants in order to provide advice and determine potential for funding. For example and from the last BCSRIF funding round, 172 engagement sessions were held, tracked as part of the DFO Jambo pilot project:

2) Contributions to Support Indigenous Reconciliation Priorities

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants - - - -
Total contributions 184,027,509 65,799,309 50,699,545 20,974,984
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 184,027,509 65,799,309 50,699,545 20,974,984

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

2.1 Indigenous Reconciliation Transfer Payment Program – Contributions

Start date

2020-21

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2020-21

Link to departmental result(s)

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Aboriginal Programs and Treaties

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose is to support priorities such as Indigenous reconciliation including building and sustaining Indigenous capacity to implement, monitor, evaluate and report on project and/or agreement activities. These activities will often require consultation, engagement, and participation of Indigenous groups in preparation for agreeing to the reconciliation measures.

Expected results

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

Not applicable (new program)

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Not applicable

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2024-25

General targeted recipient groups

Indigenous communities and organizations

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Recipients are engaged on an ongoing basis through the development and administration of contribution agreements.

3) Contributions to Support of Organizations Associated with Research, Development, Management and Promotion of Fisheries and Oceans-related Issues

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants - - - -
Total contributions 241,217 91,217 91,217 91,217
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 241,217 91,217 91,217 91,217

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

3.1 Class Contributions - Contributions to Support Organizations Associated with Research, Development, Management and Promotion of Fisheries and Oceans-related Issues

Start date

April 2009

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2019-20

Link to departmental result(s)

The class contribution program supports all Departmental Results.

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

The class contribution program supports all programs in the Department's Program Inventory.

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this program is to encourage the research, development, management, conservation, protection or promotion of fisheries and oceans initiatives and related issues, by providing assistance to selected organizations for designated activities.

The objective is to provide support for safe, healthy, productive waters and aquatic ecosystems, for the benefit of present and future generations. The program for Contributions to Support Organizations Associated with Research, Development, Management, and Promotion of Fisheries and Oceans-related Issues is associated with the core responsibilities of Fisheries, Aquatic Ecosystems, Marine Navigation and Marine Operations and Response and supports various programs within DFO.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2013-14

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Not applicable

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

Not applicable. This contribution is exempted from section 42.1 of the Financial Administration Act as per the Policy on Results. However, when deemed applicable, it will be included in program evaluations.

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

4) Contributions in support of the Canadian Coast Guard Integrated Program Management Framework

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants - - - -
Total contributions 36,986,369 31,778,794 27,134,048 29,226,698
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 36,986,369 31,778,794 27,134,048 29,226,698

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

4.1 Canadian Coast Guard Marine Operations and Response Transfer Payment Program - Contributions

Start date

2019-20

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The overarching purpose of this transfer payment program (TPP) and its two components is to support enhancements in marine safety and marine environmental protection in Canadian waters, while embracing the concepts of co-development and sustainable economic development.

The objectives of the Canadian Coast Guard’s TPP are to enhance the capacity and facilitate the participation of partners and stakeholders in support of marine safety and marine environmental protection, by increasing response capacity outside of the agency, as well as improving and implementing holistic mechanisms within the national response framework.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2021-22

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2026-27

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Indigenous communities and marine stakeholders were provided an opportunity to submit funding requests (work plan, proposal and/or funding application) as part of the launch of the 2023-24 funding process linked to regional engagement activities.

5) Contribution in Support of the Salmon Sub-Committee of the Yukon Fish and Wildlife Management Board

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants - - - -
Total contributions 308,700 317,900 328,100 338,300
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 308,700 317,900 328,100 338,300

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

5.1 Contribution Program for Salmon Sub-Committee

Start date

1995

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2020-21

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Salmonid Enhancement

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The mandate of the Yukon Salmon Sub-Committee (YSSC) is to make recommendations to the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and to Yukon First Nations on all matters related to salmon allocations, salmon management, and salmon habitats in the Yukon, including legislation, research, policies, and programs.

Expected results

YSSC public engagement sessions were held with First Nation governments and Natural Resource Councils, providing the YSSC with their perspectives in order to inform the YSSC's input into the 2022-23 Integrated Fisheries Management Plans and fisheries management recommendation letters to the Minister and to First Nation governments.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

Not applicable

General targeted recipient groups

There is a program component targeting Yukon Indigenous organizations to enhance participation in Yukon salmon management through the YSSC. Fisheries and Oceans Canada provides technical and administrative support to the YSSC (sec 16.7.17.10 of Umbrella Final Agreement), participates in YSSC public meetings four times per year, as well as topic-specific meetings and special sessions on Fisheries and Oceans Canada initiatives / engagements (Fisheries Act amendments, Pacific Salmon Strategy Initiative, etc.).

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Fisheries and Oceans Canada provides administrative support to the YSSC and a senior official from Fisheries and Oceans Canada in the Yukon serves the Sub-Committee as Executive Secretary. As such, the YSSC and Fisheries and Oceans Canada work closely to administer / implement the contribution agreement, develop Ministerial recommendations, coordinate meeting organization and facilitation, engage with First Nations and stakeholders, and participate in Pacific Salmon Treaty Yukon River Panel activities.

6) Contributions in Support of the Sustainable Management of Canada’s Fisheries

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants - - - -
Total contributions 50,879,117 22,920,723 23,381,995 3,500,000
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 50,879,117 22,920,723 23,381,995 3,500,000

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

6.1 Marine Mammal Protection Contribution Program

Start date

Information is not available at this time. For all inquiries, please email the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

End date

Information is not available at this time. For all inquiries, please email the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2023-24

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Fisheries Management

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The overarching purpose of this program is to encourage the sustainable management of Canada’s fisheries, Indigenous fisheries programs, aquaculture activities and support commercial fishing harbours.

The objectives of DFO’s fisheries-related transfer payment programs are to support the healthy, sustainable and economic productive use of fish stocks and ecosystems by promoting awareness of, and involvement in relevant domestic and international commitments in support of conservation, protection and restoration of fish stocks and ecosystems.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

Not applicable (new program)

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Not applicable

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

Not applicable. This contribution is exempted from section 42.1 of the Financial Administration Act as per the Policy on Results. However, when deemed applicable, it will be included in program evaluations.

General targeted recipient groups

Eligible recipients, including both Canadian and international, must possess the legal capacity necessary to enter into a grant agreement or a contribution agreement in order to receive funding under any of the Fisheries’ transfer payment programs.

Eligible recipients include the following, where they are associated with the research, innovation, development, management, conservation, harvesting, protection, enforcement, or promotion of fisheries, aquaculture and oceans resources and related issues:

*Note: Indigenous groups, organizations and communities include:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Proposals for funding may be solicited or may be directed by Fisheries and Oceans Canada and may use an Expressions of Interest process.

6.2 Pacific Salmon Commercial Transition Contribution Program

Start date

2019-20

End date

2025-26

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2023-24

Link to departmental result(s)

Canadian fisheries are sustainably managed

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Fisheries Management

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The objectives of DFO’s fisheries-related transfer payment programs are to support the healthy, sustainable and economic productive use of fish stocks and ecosystems by promoting awareness of, and involvement in relevant domestic and international commitments in support of conservation, protection and restoration of fish stocks and ecosystems.

The Pacific Salmon Strategy Initiative aims to modernize and stabilize salmon fisheries by transforming the way that salmon is harvested through extensive closures to commercial salmon fisheries. As a mitigation measure, the Pacific Salmon Commercial Licence Retirement Program will provide harvesters with the option to retire their licences for fair market value and will facilitate the transition to a smaller commercial harvesting sector.

Expected results

Canadian fisheries are sustainably managed

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

Not applicable (new program)

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Not applicable

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

Not applicable. This contribution is exempted from section 42.1 of the Financial Administration Act as per the Policy on Results. However, when deemed applicable, it will be included in program evaluations.

General targeted recipient groups

Eligible recipients, including both Canadian and international, must possess the legal capacity necessary to enter into a grant agreement or a contribution agreement in order to receive funding under any of the Fisheries’ transfer payment programs.

Eligible recipients include the following, where they are associated with the research, innovation, development, management, conservation, harvesting, protection, enforcement, or promotion of fisheries, aquaculture and oceans resources and related issues:

*Note: Indigenous groups, organizations and communities include:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Proposals for funding may be solicited or may be directed by Fisheries and Oceans Canada and may use an Expressions of Interest process.

Since the program launch in December 2022 and the completion of the first round of intakes in February 2023, applicants were provided with another opportunity to apply to the program through the second round of the intake process which closed on November 17, 2023.

Applications with offers to retire salmon licence eligibilities are being reviewed and applicants will be notified of the results in January 2024. Updates on the total number of licences retired by fleet as well as details of future opportunities to apply to the program will be communicated through the Department's website.

6.3 Sustainable Fisheries Contribution Program

Start date

Information is not available at this time. For all inquiries, please email the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

End date

Information is not available at this time. For all inquiries, please email the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2023-24

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Fisheries Management

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The overarching purpose of this program is to encourage the sustainable management of Canada’s fisheries, Indigenous fisheries programs, aquaculture activities and support commercial fishing harbours.

The objectives of DFO’s fisheries-related transfer payment programs are to support the healthy, sustainable and economic productive use of fish stocks and ecosystems by promoting awareness of, and involvement in relevant domestic and international commitments in support of conservation, protection and restoration of fish stocks and ecosystems.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

Not applicable (new program)

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Not applicable

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

Not applicable. This contribution is exempted from section 42.1 of the Financial Administration Act as per the Policy on Results. However, when deemed applicable, it will be included in program evaluations.

General targeted recipient groups

Eligible recipients, including both Canadian and international, must possess the legal capacity necessary to enter into a grant agreement or a contribution agreement in order to receive funding under any of the Fisheries’ transfer payment programs.

Eligible recipients include the following, where they are associated with the research, innovation, development, management, conservation, harvesting, protection, enforcement, or promotion of fisheries, aquaculture and oceans resources and related issues:

*Note: Indigenous groups, organizations and communities include:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Proposals for funding may be solicited or may be directed by Fisheries and Oceans Canada and may use an Expressions of Interest process.

7) Contributions in Support of Ecosystems and Oceans Science

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants - - - -
Total contributions 31,799,478 28,148,650 29,619,525 24,890,243
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 31,799,478 28,148,650 29,619,525 24,890,243

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

7.1 Ocean and Freshwater Science Contribution Program

Start date

May 2016

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2021-22

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this program is to encourage scientific research and related scientific activities (e.g., data collection, integration, monitoring, and communication, including communication via conferences and symposia) and dissemination of scientific knowledge in the areas of:

The objective of the Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework (EOSCF) Terms and Conditions is to increase the pool of scientific knowledge aligned with DFO Science priorities.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2020-21

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups

*Note: Indigenous organizations or groups include:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

The Ecosystems and Oceans Science (EOS) Grants and Contributions Secretariat and the Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework (EOSCF) programs participated in the following initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

7.2 Freshwater Research Contribution Program

Start date

May 2016

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2021-22

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this program is to encourage scientific research and related scientific activities (e.g., data collection, integration, monitoring, and communication, including communication via conferences and symposia) and dissemination of scientific knowledge in the areas of:

The objective of the Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework (EOSCF) Terms and Conditions is to increase the pool of scientific knowledge aligned with DFO Science priorities.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2020-21

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups

*Note: Indigenous organizations or groups include:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

The Ecosystems and Oceans Science (EOS) Grants and Contributions Secretariat and the Les Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework (EOSCF) programs participated in the following initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

7.3 National Contaminants Advisory Group Contribution Program

Start date

May 2016

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2021-22

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this program is to encourage scientific research and related scientific activities (e.g., data collection, integration, monitoring, and communication, including communication via conferences and symposia) and dissemination of scientific knowledge in the areas of:

The objective of the Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework (EOSCF) Terms and Conditions is to increase the pool of scientific knowledge aligned with DFO Science priorities.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2020-21

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups

*Note: Indigenous organizations or groups include:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

The Ecosystems and Oceans Science (EOS) Grants and Contributions Secretariat and the Les Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework (EOSCF) programs participated in the following initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

7.4 Contributions for the Coastal Environmental Baseline Contribution Program

Start date

May 2016

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2021-22

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this program is to encourage scientific research and related scientific activities (e.g., data collection, integration, monitoring, and communication, including communication via conferences and symposia) and dissemination of scientific knowledge in the areas of:

The objective of the Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework (EOSCF) Terms and Conditions is to increase the pool of scientific knowledge aligned with DFO Science priorities.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2020-21

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups

*Note: Indigenous organizations or groups include:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

The Ecosystems and Oceans Science (EOS) Grants and Contributions Secretariat and the Les Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework (EOSCF) programs participated in the following initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

7.5 Marine Environmental Quality Regulatory / Non-regulatory Measures Contribution Program

Start date

May 2016

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2021-22

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this program is to encourage scientific research and related scientific activities (e.g., data collection, integration, monitoring, and communication, including communication via conferences and symposia) and dissemination of scientific knowledge in the areas of:

The objective of the Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework (EOSCF) Terms and Conditions is to increase the pool of scientific knowledge aligned with DFO Science priorities.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2020-21

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups

*Note: Indigenous organizations or groups include:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

The Ecosystems and Oceans Science (EOS) Grants and Contributions Secretariat and the Les Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework (EOSCF) programs participated in the following initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

7.6 Freshwater Habitat Science Contribution Program

Start date

May 2016

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2021-22

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this program is to encourage scientific research and related scientific activities (e.g., data collection, integration, monitoring, and communication, including communication via conferences and symposia) and dissemination of scientific knowledge in the areas of:

The objective of the Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework (EOSCF) Terms and Conditions is to increase the pool of scientific knowledge aligned with DFO Science priorities.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2020-21

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups

* Note: Indigenous organizations or groups include:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

The Ecosystems and Oceans Science (EOS) Grants and Contributions Secretariat and the Les Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework (EOSCF) programs participated in the following initiatives to engage applicants and recipients:

8) Contributions in Support of Aquatic Species and Aquatic Habitat

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants - - - -
Total contributions 162,868,034 124,657,915 87,373,712 23,129,034
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 162,868,034 124,657,915 87,373,712 23,129,034

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

8.1 Canada Nature Fund for Aquatic Species at Risk

Start date

2018-19

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Species at Risk

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of the Canada Nature Fund for Aquatic Species at Risk (CNFASAR) is to deliver on the Government of Canada’s Nature Legacy initiative by engaging conservation partners in developing and implementing multi-species, place- and threat-based approaches to protecting and recovering aquatic species at risk. The fund brings together Indigenous communities, not-for-profit organizations, provinces and territories, and other partners to undertake stewardship actions.

The overall objectives related to all of DFO’s aquatic ecosystems’ transfer payment programs are to conserve and protect Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems and species from human impact and invasive species.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2021-22

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2024-25

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

In addition to DFO's website that provides information and application forms for CNFASAR, communications with applicants and recipients are facilitated by the regional level via direct check-ins, such as email and telephone. Quarterly follow up meetings are scheduled with successful recipients to ensure projects are progressing as planned.

8.2 Habitat Stewardship Program

Start date

2018-19

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)

Negative impacts on Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems are minimized or avoided

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Species at Risk

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of the transfer payment program is to contribute to the recovery of endangered, threatened, and other species of concern, by engaging Canadians in conservation actions to benefit wildlife to protect aquatic species at risk.

The overall objectives related to all of DFO’s aquatic ecosystems’ transfer payment programs are to conserve and protect Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems and species from human impact and invasive species.

Expected results

Negative impacts on Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems are minimized or avoided

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2021-22

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2024-25

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

In addition to DFO's website that provides information and application forms for the Habitat Stewardship Program, communications with applicants and recipients are facilitated by the regional level via direct check-ins, such as email and telephone. Quarterly follow up meetings are scheduled with successful recipients to ensure projects are progressing as planned.

8.3 Aquatic Habitat Restoration Fund

Start date

2022-23

End date

2026-27

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Fish and Fish Habitat Protection

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this transfer payment program is to support the restoration of valued marine and freshwater aquatic habitats, respond to fish habitat restoration priorities and contribute to the long-term sustainability of fish and fish habitat. In particular, the program prioritizes projects proposed by Indigenous groups consulted in relation to the Trans Mountain Expansion project (TMX), in the Salish Sea area as well as along the Fraser River watershed and in-land freshwater area along the length of the TMX pipeline.

The overall objectives related to all of DFO’s aquatic ecosystems’ transfer payment programs are to conserve and protect Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems and species from human impact and invasive species.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

Not applicable (new program)

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Not applicable

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2023-24

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Information is not available at this time. For all inquiries, please email the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

8.4 Indigenous Habitat Participation Program - Contributions

Start date

2018-19

End date

2022-23

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Link to the department’s Program Inventory
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this transfer payment program is to support the participation of Indigenous groups, Indigenous communities, and Indigenous organizations in consultations with the Fish and Fish Habitat Protection Program on departmental Crown conduct (i.e. decisions, such as arrangements, approvals, authorizations and permits) under the Fisheries Act, Species at Risk Act (SARA) and section 82 of the Impact Assessment Act, and to support consultation when the program is the federal Crown consultation coordinator for a designated project after the Impact Assessment decision statement is issued under the Impact Assessment Act. Grant funding may also be used for the following activities when the materiality of funding, and the risk profile of applicants and recipients is low: for engagement on the development of program policies, program and regulatory initiatives; and, the development of the technical capacity of Indigenous peoples to support their greater involvement in the conservation and protection of fish and fish habitat and in other collaborative activities.

The overall objectives related to all of DFO’s aquatic ecosystems’ transfer payment programs are to conserve and protect Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems and species from human impact and invasive species.

Expected results

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

A formal launch of the call for proposals for contributions took place in June 2019, with a second call for proposals in June 2020. Program information, application information, and the application form are available on the DFO website, with particular highlight (i.e. “most requested”) on DFO’s Projects Near Water website. Direct e-mails about the program were sent to potentially interested Indigenous groups and communities. Videoconferences were held to provide more details about the funding and how to apply.

8.5 Salish Sea Initiative Contribution Program

Start date

2022-23

End date

2023-24

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Aboriginal Program and Treaties

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this transfer payment program is to support capacity building, development and implementation of stewardship and monitoring programs to assess the effects of human impacts on Valued Ecosystem Components within the Salish Sea marine environment. This includes a long-term investment strategy (the Arms-Length Fund) to provide ongoing project delivery.

The overall objectives related to all of DFO’s aquatic ecosystems’ transfer payment programs are to conserve and protect Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems and species from human impact and invasive species.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

Not applicable (new program)

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Not applicable

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2023-24

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Information is not available at this time. For all inquiries, please email the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

8.6 Aquatic Invasive Species Fund

Start date

2017-18

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Treasury Board Submission: funding to expand the Aquatic Invasive Species Program to Protect Canada’s fisheries and ecosystems

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)

Negative impacts on Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems are minimized or avoided

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Aquatic Invasive Species

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this transfer payment program is to minimize introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species and minimize risk of consequences from them, with a focus on key species, for example: Asian Carp.

The overall objectives related to all of DFO’s aquatic ecosystems’ transfer payment programs are to conserve and protect Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems and species from human impact and invasive species.

Expected results

Negative impacts on Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems are minimized or avoided

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2016-17

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

This is a directed funding program. Consultations and interactions with applicants and recipients are done at the regional level via email and telephone. Regular check-ins with recipients are done to ensure projects are progressing as planned.

8.7 Aquatic Ecosystems Restoration Fund

Start date

April 6, 2017

End date

2026-27

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Fish and Fish Habitat Protection

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of the Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Fund (AERF) is to renew and expand the Coastal Restoration Fund to renew investments in coastal and upstream inland communities to support contributions towards aquatic restoration efforts that protect and restore Canada’s coastal areas and address threats to marine species, including marine mammals (e.g., Southern Resident Killer Whales) and expand supported aquatic restoration activities on all of Canada’s coasts. The expanded program will address impacts on Canadian coastal aquatic environments (e.g. climate change, new contaminants, algae bloom, agricultural runoff, etc.), on all coasts. The AERF geographic scope of the program will allow for projects not only along the coast but further in-land to help address the root cause of stressors on marine and coastal aquatic ecosystems.

The overall objectives related to all of DFO’s aquatic ecosystems’ transfer payment programs are to conserve and protect Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems and species from human impact and invasive species.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2020-21

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

As part of the new AERF programming, DFO held 3 Indigenous dialogue sessions in June 2022. These sessions provided a platform for Indigenous groups to share their perspectives on the previous Coastal Restoration Fund program, and to provide advice on how the AERF can work better with Indigenous people and encourage future Indigenous project partnerships. Prior to the launch of the AERF, the program also engaged conservation non-government organizations, communities, Indigenous organizations, research institutions, etc. through a national survey to ensure that their perspectives were reflected in AERF’s design and areas of focus. Both, the Indigenous dialogue sessions and the national survey provided context to program managers to better shape AERF program priority areas and activities.

8.8 Terrestrial Cumulative Effects Initiative - Contributions

Start date

2022-23

End date

2023-24

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this transfer payment program is to collaborate with Indigenous communities regarding cumulative effects of development on the land, including the Trans Mountain Expansion Project’s further contribution to these effects. The program focuses on providing contribution funding for Indigenous groups to address the priorities of highest importance to the communities related to cumulative effects along the pipeline route. DFO will focus specifically on projects and concerns related to freshwater fish and fish habitat.

The overall objectives related to all of DFO’s aquatic ecosystems’ transfer payment programs are to conserve and protect Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems and species from human impact and invasive species.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

Not applicable (new program)

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Not applicable

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2024-25

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Information is not available at this time. For all inquiries, please email the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

8.9 Oceans Management Program - Contributions

Start date

September 2016

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Marine Planning and Conservation

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of the Oceans Management Contribution funding is to support the development and implementation of oceans conservation and management activities in Canada.

The overall objectives related to all of DFO’s aquatic ecosystems’ transfer payment programs are to conserve and protect Canada’s oceans and other aquatic ecosystems and species from human impact and invasive species.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2017-18

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups
Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

The program provides funding to eligible recipients through a regional funding model for activities under Marine Spatial Planning, Marine Environmental Quality and Marine Conservation Targets as well as through a national, competitive process that was widely announced through social media, website updates and partner communications.

9) Contributions in Support of the Small Craft Harbours Class Program

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants - - - -
Total contributions 2,070,717 750,000 750,000 750,000
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 2,070,717 750,000 750,000 750,000

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

9.1 Small Craft Harbours Class Contribution Program

Start date

2008

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2013-14

Link to departmental result(s)

The commercial fishing industry has access to safe harbours

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Small Craft Harbours

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of the Small Craft Harbours Class Contribution Program (SCH-CCP) is to support the acquisition, development, construction, improvement or repair as well as the management, maintenance, safety and accessibility of eligible fishing and recreational harbours. This will be accomplished by providing assistance to eligible recipients for designated activities which will contribute to the objectives of the Small Craft Harbours (SCH) Program.

Expected results

35 new class contribution agreements were signed in 2022-23 under the SCH-CCP, 23 under the regular program and 12 under the Abandoned and Wrecked Vessels Removal Program, with annual expenditures of $2,526,422.94. Of the 23 agreements under the regular program, two agreements were related to fish habitat restoration (Ducks Unlimited Canada), 16 were related to harbour authority support and capacity building and five were related to Indigenous engagement and/or Indigenous capacity building. The 12 agreements under the Abandoned and Wrecked Vessels Removal Program had the objective of responsibly removing and disposing of abandoned and wrecked vessels to reduce risks to the economic well-being of the harbour authority, threats to navigation, impacts on the environment. Five amendments have also been approved in order to add activities or an extra financial year to the agreement.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2027-28

General targeted recipient groups

Recipients for this program are Harbour Authorities, Harbour Authority support organizations, and organizations that manage harbours under the purview of the Fishing and Recreational Harbours Act (non-profit organizations, industry-related) as well as other eligible recipients, such as Indigenous groups, as identified in the program’s Terms and Conditions (Ts&Cs).

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Small Craft Harbours (SCH) will continue to engage with harbour authorities across the country many of which receive funding through the SCH Class Contribution Program through existing mechanisms such as the National Harbour Authority Advisory Committee, the Regional Harbour Authority Advisory Committees and provincial harbour authority associations. Regional employees will also continue ongoing dialogues with recipients.

Also specific representations were made to different harbour authorities on the SCH Abandoned and Wrecked Vessels Removal Program and updated information is available on the SCH website.

Work continues on updating the Ts&Cs of the SCH Class Contribution Program in order to better respond to the needs identified by applicants and recipients in the context of this ongoing dialogue.

10) Contributions in Support of the Integrated Indigenous Programs Management Framework

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants - - - -
Total contributions 126,249,055 119,332,212 115,257,212 99,800,012
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 126,249,055 119,332,212 115,257,212 99,800,012

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

10.1 Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy - Negotiation and Implementation of Fisheries Agreements

Start date

1992

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2020-21

Link to departmental result(s)

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Aboriginal Programs and Treaties

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

This transfer payment program provides for negotiated arrangements with Indigenous communities and organizations on the management of food, social and ceremonial fisheries, and facilitates participation in local management initiatives such as stock assessment, habitat restoration, and monitoring and enforcement by Indigenous Fishery Guardians. Financial contributions are intended to support participant organizations as they develop and maintain the capacity to deliver on these objectives.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2018-19

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2023-24

General targeted recipient groups

Eligible recipients for contributions under the DFO Indigenous contribution programs include:

Additional recipients for economic access components:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

In 2017, DFO partnered with the National Indigenous Fisheries Institute to undertake a comprehensive, multi-year Indigenous Program Review (IPR) process involving 50 workshops and plenaries with more than 500 program participants. The findings and recommendations that emerged from IPR have fostered an ongoing commitment to the principles of co-design, co-development and co-delivery, with implementation guided by the Action Plan for the Renewal and Expansion of DFO’s Indigenous programs.

Each year the Department concludes approximately 170 Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy (AFS) and Aboriginal Aquatic Resource and Oceans Management (AAROM) contribution agreements with Indigenous communities, groups and organizations. Recipients are engaged from the outset to determine the objectives and scope of work they intend to undertake, and further during development of the work plans and budgets needed to support those objectives. Engagement is ongoing throughout the year and includes regular meetings, site visits and discussions about the progress of planned activities and related results and expenditures. The Department continuously works with Indigenous organizations to address emerging issues or program requirements, including annual and additional proposal-based funding streams such as the AFS Capacity Support Fund and the AAROM Innovation and Collaboration Fund.

AFS and AAROM programming relies on continuous co-design, co-development and co-delivery with Indigenous partners. Both programs engage monthly with the Collaborative Programs Management Committee (CPMC), a joint DFO-Indigenous governance committee led by the experience and expertise of key Indigenous executives who oversee renewal and delivery and AFS and AAROM programming.

In 2024-25, under the guidance of CPMC, DFO will continue to support the Indigenous-led Capacity Development Team (CDT) and the Indigenous Training and Skills Development (ITSD) Hub as they engage interested AAROM and AFS participants in a review and assessment of their fisheries-related capacity building and training objectives. Designed to offer trusted, third-party advice to Indigenous communities and organizations as they design and implement tailored capacity development plans, the CDT and ITSD represent a significant shift in the way DFO’s Indigenous programs are delivered and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing the findings and recommendations of the IPR.

Building on groundwork laid in 2023-24, DFO will also engage Indigenous participants in orientation sessions that introduce the roles, functions and career paths supported by the Resource Management Officer Technician initiative, a multi-year funding and capacity building component of the broader AFS platform that is focused on community-based monitoring and stewardship of fisheries and habitats.

10.2 Aboriginal Aquatic Resource and Oceans Management Program

Start date

2005-06

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2020-21

Link to departmental result(s)

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Aboriginal Programs and Treaties

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The transfer payment program supports Indigenous groups as they work together to develop, grow and maintain aquatic resource and oceans management departments that provide fisheries, habitat, science, and oceans related services along a watershed, or participate in related management or advisory processes and decision making.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2018-19

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2023-24

General targeted recipient groups

Eligible recipients for contributions under the DFO Indigenous contribution programs include:

Additional recipients for economic access components:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s transfer payment programs focused on Indigenous participation in fisheries are designed to support productive relationships that further the goals of sustainability and prosperity. The intended outcome is stable collaborative fisheries management regimes and industries that operate effectively within a larger integrated fishery, with respectful and transparent rules for all.

In 2017, DFO partnered with the National Indigenous Fisheries Institute to undertake a comprehensive, multi-year Indigenous Program Review (IPR) process involving 50 workshops and plenaries with more than 500 program participants. The findings and recommendations that emerged from IPR have fostered an ongoing commitment to the principles of co-design, co-development and co-delivery, with implementation guided by the Action Plan for the Renewal and Expansion of DFO’s Indigenous programs.

Each year the Department concludes approximately 170 Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy (AFS) and Aboriginal Aquatic Resource and Oceans Management (AAROM) contribution agreements with Indigenous communities, groups and organizations. Recipients are engaged from the outset to determine the objectives and scope of work they intend to undertake, and further during development of the work plans and budgets needed to support those objectives. Engagement is ongoing throughout the year and includes regular meetings, site visits and discussions about the progress of planned activities and related results and expenditures. The Department continuously works with Indigenous organizations to address emerging issues or program requirements, including annual and additional proposal-based funding streams such as the AFS Capacity Support Fund and the AAROM Innovation and Collaboration Fund.

AFS and AAROM programming relies on continuous co-design, co-development and co-delivery with Indigenous partners. Both programs engage monthly with the Collaborative Programs Management Committee (CPMC), a joint DFO-Indigenous governance committee led by the experience and expertise of key Indigenous executives who oversee renewal and delivery and AFS and AAROM programming.

In 2024-25, under the guidance of CPMC, DFO will continue to support the Indigenous-led Capacity Development Team (CDT) and the Indigenous Training and Skills Development (ITSD) Hub as they engage interested AAROM and AFS participants in a review and assessment of their fisheries-related capacity building and training objectives. Designed to offer trusted, third-party advice to Indigenous communities and organizations as they design and implement tailored capacity development plans, the CDT and ITSD represent a significant shift in the way DFO’s Indigenous programs are delivered and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing the findings and recommendations of the IPR.

Building on groundwork laid in 2023-24, DFO will also engage Indigenous participants in orientation sessions that introduce the roles, functions and career paths supported by the Resource Management Officer Technician initiative, a multi-year funding and capacity building component of the broader AFS platform that is focused on community-based monitoring and stewardship of fisheries and habitats.

Finally, a fourth national AAROM meeting will be held in April of 2024. Co-developed with the joint DFO-Indigenous AAROM Steering Committee, and hosted by the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council in the traditional territory of the Tseshaht and Hupacasath First Nations (Port Alberni, British Columbia), the meeting is action-oriented and operationally focused, bringing Indigenous executives together with DFO program managers to discuss shared priorities and advance opportunities for collaboration.

10.3 Atlantic Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative

Start date

2007-08

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2020-21

Link to departmental result(s)

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Aboriginal Programs and Treaties

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The objectives of Atlantic Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (AICFI) include:

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2020-21

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups

Eligible recipients for contributions under the DFO Indigenous contribution programs include:

Additional recipients for economic access components:

AICFI can only be accessed by the Mi’kmaq and Maliseet First Nations communities in the Gaspé region of Québec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, that were affected by the Supreme Court of Canada Marshall decision as well as the Peskotomuhkati in New Brunswick.

AICFI will apply to areas where DFO manages the fishery in the case of fisheries-related projects or to all areas in the case of aquaculture projects. This program is subject to applicable criteria and/or limitations set out in a program charter.

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s transfer payment programs focused on Indigenous participation in fisheries are designed to support productive relationships that further the goals of sustainability and prosperity. The intended outcome is stable collaborative fisheries management regimes and industries that operate effectively within a larger integrated fishery, with respectful and transparent rules for all.

In 2017, DFO partnered with the National Indigenous Fisheries Institute to undertake a comprehensive, multi-year Indigenous Program Review (IPR) process involving 50 workshops and plenaries with more than 500 program participants. The findings and recommendations that emerged from IPR have fostered an ongoing commitment to the principles of co-design, co-development and co-delivery, with implementation guided by the Action Plan for the Renewal and Expansion of DFO’s Indigenous programs.

The Indigenous Commercial Programs are co-delivered with Indigenous partners and the administration of the programs are governed by management committees that are co-chaired by the DFO Program Authority and a partnering Indigenous organization. Additionally, key co-delivery partners of Indigenous Commercial Programs are the Commercial Fisheries Enterprise (CFE) Business Development Teams (BDTs) and the Training Advisory Coordinators (TACs). The BDTs provide comprehensive and hands-on advice and assistance to participating communities and CFEs, and in particular, assist with the preparation of business cases for funding and the implementation of projects. The TACs support Indigenous Commercial Program participants in the identification of specific training needs of their CFE. Working directly with the CFE, the TAC assists with the development and maintenance of CFE training plans, which prioritize harvester and enterprise management training activities that align with the priorities of the CFE.

10.4 Pacific Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative

Start date

2007-08

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2020-21

Link to departmental result(s)

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Aboriginal Programs and Treaties

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The Pacific Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (PICFI) provides funding and support to Indigenous groups and communities in British Columbia to maximize the potential of their communal commercial fishing enterprises and strengthen community economic self-sufficiency within the framework of an orderly, stable integrated commercial fishery. The program seeks to:

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2020-21

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups

Eligible recipients for contributions under the DFO Indigenous contribution programs include:

Additional recipients for economic access components:

PICFI will apply to areas where DFO manages the fishery in the case of fisheries-related projects or to all areas in the case of aquaculture projects. This program is subject to applicable criteria and/or limitations set out in a program charter.

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s transfer payment programs focused on Indigenous participation in fisheries are designed to support productive relationships that further the goals of sustainability and prosperity. The intended outcome is stable collaborative fisheries management regimes and industries that operate effectively within a larger integrated fishery, with respectful and transparent rules for all.

In 2017, DFO partnered with the National Indigenous Fisheries Institute to undertake a comprehensive, multi-year Indigenous Program Review (IPR) process involving 50 workshops and plenaries with more than 500 program participants. The findings and recommendations that emerged from IPR have fostered an ongoing commitment to the principles of co-design, co-development and co-delivery, with implementation guided by the Action Plan for the Renewal and Expansion of DFO’s Indigenous programs.

The Indigenous Commercial Programs are co-delivered with Indigenous partners and the administration of the programs are governed by management committees that are co-chaired by the DFO Program Authority and a partnering Indigenous organization. Additionally, key co-delivery partners of Indigenous Commercial Programs are the Commercial Fisheries Enterprise (CFE) Business Development Teams (BDTs) and the Training Advisory Coordinators (TACs). The BDTs provide comprehensive and hands-on advice and assistance to participating communities and CFEs, and in particular, assist with the preparation of business cases for funding and the implementation of projects. The TACs support Indigenous Commercial Program participants in the identification of specific training needs of their CFE. Working directly with the CFE, the TAC assists with the development and maintenance of CFE training plans, which prioritize harvester and enterprise management training activities that align with the priorities of the CFE.

10.5 Northern Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative

Start date

2017-18

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2020-21

Link to departmental result(s)

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Aboriginal Programs and Treaties

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The Northern Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (NICFI) provides funding and support to Indigenous communities/groups aimed at communal commercial fishing enterprise and aquaculture enterprise development. This program is available to all Indigenous communities / groups not eligible for the Atlantic or Pacific Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiatives (AICFI or PICFI) in all areas where DFO manages the fishery; however, this does not apply for aquaculture-related projects. The objectives of NICFI include:

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2020-21

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2025-26

General targeted recipient groups

Eligible recipients for contributions under the DFO Indigenous contribution programs include:

Additional recipients for economic access components:

NICFI will apply to areas where DFO manages the fishery in the case of fisheries-related projects or to all areas in the case of aquaculture projects. This program is subject to applicable criteria and/or limitations set out in a program charter.

NICFI is only available to Indigenous groups not eligible for AICFI or PICFI, or organizations that provide related support services.

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s transfer payment programs focused on Indigenous participation in fisheries are designed to support productive relationships that further the goals of sustainability and prosperity. The intended outcome is stable collaborative fisheries management regimes and industries that operate effectively within a larger integrated fishery, with respectful and transparent rules for all.

In 2017, DFO partnered with the National Indigenous Fisheries Institute to undertake a comprehensive, multi-year Indigenous Program Review (IPR) process involving 50 workshops and plenaries with more than 500 program participants. The findings and recommendations that emerged from IPR have fostered an ongoing commitment to the principles of co-design, co-development and co-delivery, with implementation guided by the Action Plan for the Renewal and Expansion of DFO’s Indigenous programs.

The Indigenous Commercial Programs are co-delivered with Indigenous partners and the administration of the programs are governed by management committees that are co-chaired by the DFO Program Authority and a partnering Indigenous organization. Additionally, key co-delivery partners of Indigenous Commercial Programs are the Commercial Fisheries Enterprise (CFE) Business Development Teams (BDTs) and the Training Advisory Coordinators (TACs). The BDTs provide comprehensive and hands-on advice and assistance to participating communities and CFEs, and in particular, assist with the preparation of business cases for funding and the implementation of projects. The TACs support Indigenous Commercial Program participants in the identification of specific training needs of their CFE. Working directly with the CFE, the TAC assists with the development and maintenance of CFE training plans, which prioritize harvester and enterprise management training activities that align with the priorities of the CFE.

10.6 Aboriginal Funds for Species at Risk

Start date

2004-05

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2020-21

Link to departmental result(s)

Enhanced relationships with, involvement of, and outcomes for Indigenous people

Link to the department’s Program Inventory
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The overall objectives of this transfer payment program are to:

These cover the main objectives of the various programs of the Integrated Aboriginal Contribution Management Framework. For program evaluation and audit purposes, separate program charters will continue to reflect the objectives as originally stated in their respective approvals.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2021-22

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2024-25

General targeted recipient groups

Eligible recipients for contributions under the DFO Indigenous contribution programs include:

Additional recipients for economic access components:

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s transfer payment programs focused on Indigenous participation in fisheries are designed to support productive relationships that further the goals of sustainability and prosperity. The intended outcome is stable collaborative fisheries management regimes and industries that operate effectively within a larger integrated fishery, with respectful and transparent rules for all.

In 2017, DFO partnered with the National Indigenous Fisheries Institute to undertake a comprehensive, multi-year Indigenous Program Review (IPR) process involving 50 workshops and plenaries with more than 500 program participants. The findings and recommendations that emerged from IPR have fostered an ongoing commitment to the principles of co-design, co-development and co-delivery, with implementation guided by the Action Plan for the Renewal and Expansion of DFO’s Indigenous programs.

11) Contribution in Support of the Pacific Salmon Foundation

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants - - - -
Total contributions 1,590,633 1,590,633 1,590,633 940,633
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 1,590,633 1,590,633 1,590,633 940,633

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

11.1 Pacific Salmon Foundation

Start date

April 1, 2020

End date

2024-25

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)

Canadian fisheries are sustainably managed

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Salmonid Enhancement

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this program is to increase community capacity for, awareness of, and involvement in the conservation, protection and restoration of Canadian Pacific salmon stocks to achieve healthy, sustainable and naturally diverse stocks and habitat.

The objective of this program is to establish short and long term partnerships with private sector individuals and organizations and public sector agencies to further Pacific salmon stock and habitat conservation and restoration.

Expected results

First Nations, local communities and external parties participate in cooperative fisheries and watershed stewardship activities

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

Not applicable

General targeted recipient groups

The recipient of this contribution agreement is the Pacific Salmon Foundation (PSF).

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Program managers meet (in-person and virtually) regularly (a minimum of two times per year) with the PSF to monitor the program delivery including program outcomes and decisions. The PSF seeks advice from DFO staff regarding their program priorities, and also seeks advice on their funding disbursement decisions in order to ensure effectiveness is maximized.

12) Contribution Program with T. Buck Suzuki Environmental Foundation

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants - - - -
Total contributions 21,367 21,367 21,367 21,367
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 21,367 21,367 21,367 21,367

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

12.1 Contribution Program with T. Buck Suzuki Environmental Foundation

Start date

2014-15

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2022-23

Link to departmental result(s)

Canadian fisheries are sustainably managed

Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Salmonid Enhancement

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this program is to promote awareness of, and involvement in, conservation, protection and restoration of Canadian Pacific fish stocks and habitat to achieve healthy, sustainable and naturally diverse stocks and habitat.

Expected results

The T. Buck Suzuki Environmental Foundation was active in promoting sustainability primarily in collaboration with the commercial fishing industry, government agencies and other environmental non-governmental organizations through:

First Nations, local communities and external parties participate in cooperative fisheries and watershed stewardship activities.

Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

Not applicable

General targeted recipient groups

The T. Buck Suzuki Environmental Foundation is the single recipient of this program, who then parlays the contribution into the broader ripple effects noted in the expected results section above.

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

DFO meets with the proponent each year to discuss progress and receive their Annual Report. New contribution agreements are developed every other year.

In December 2022, a meeting was held with the Executive Director of T. Buck Suzuki and their North Coast campaigner to discuss mid-year progress.

13) Contributions in Support of Salmon Enhancement Programming

Financial information (dollars)
Type of transfer payment 2023–24 forecast spending 2024–25 planned spending 2025–26 planned spending 2026–27 planned spending
Total grants - - - -
Total contributions 6,641,000 7,516,000 8,066,000 3,766,000
Total other types of transfer payments - - - -
Total program 6,641,000 7,516,000 8,066,000 3,766,000

For questions related to the information in this table, please contact the Corporate Planning and Reporting team at DFO.NCRReports-RapportsRCN.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

13.1 Salmon Enhancement Programming - Contributions

Start date

April 1, 2018

End date

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment

Contribution

Type of appropriation

Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions

2021-22

Link to departmental result(s)
Link to the department’s Program Inventory

Salmonid Enhancement

Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program

The purpose of this program is to enhance salmon stocks and their habitat through supporting hatchery production, public education, community involvement, stewardship and engagement activities therefore contributing to salmon conservation, ecosystem health and sustainable salmon fisheries. This work contributes to education, engagement, ecosystem health and economic productivity outcomes.

Expected results
Fiscal year of last completed evaluation

2022-23

Decision following the results of last evaluation

Continuation

Fiscal year of next planned evaluation

2024-25

General targeted recipient groups

This is a targeted program that does not have an open application process. 16 community advisors work with the various community volunteer and First Nations recipients throughout the process.

Initiatives to engage applicants and recipients

Program staff meet (directly and virtually) with program partners regularly throughout the year to provide technical, biological and administrative support for partners’ enhancement program delivery. Ongoing engagement with funding recipients and applicants is required to effectively manage the program in order to ensure fish health standards, production planning objectives and proper operational outcomes are achieved.

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