2021-22 Departmental Results Report
Details on transfer payment programs

Details on transfer payment programs

Infrastructure Canada manages the following Transfer Payment Programs:^{Footnote 1}

Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF);
Border Infrastructure Fund;
Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF), formerly the Gas Tax Fund));
Building Canada Fund-Communities Component (BCF-CC);
Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component (BCF-MIC);
Green Infrastructure Fund (GIF);
New Building Canada Fund-Provincial-Territorial National Component-National and Regional Projects (PTIC-NRP);
New Building Canada Fund-National Infrastructure Component (NBCF-NIC);
Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway Program;
Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF);
Clean Water and Wastewater Fund (CWWF);
Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP);
Municipalities for Climate Innovation Program (MCIP);
Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative (TWRI);
Smart Cities Challenge (SCC);
Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP);
Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund (DMAF);
Research and Knowledge Initiative (RKI)
Natural Infrastructure Fund (NIF);
Permanent Public Transit Program (PPTP);
Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB);
Reaching Home;
P3 Canada Fund (P3-CF);
Canada Healthy Communities Initiative (CHCI)

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Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund

Start date	2002-2003
End date	2020-2021^{Footnote 2}
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2011-2012^{Footnote 3}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This program supports projects that sustain economic growth and enhance the quality of life of Canadians. Investments are made in cooperation with the provinces, territories, municipalities, and the private sector, and contribute to the construction, renewal and/or enhancement of public infrastructure. The Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund leverages additional contributions from other partners by providing up to 50 percent funding for eligible projects, except for advanced telecommunications and high-speed broadband and northern infrastructure projects, where the total contribution cannot exceed 75 percent.^{Footnote 4}
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2002-03, a total of 91 projects with a federal contribution of over $5.6 billion and total value of $12.4 billion has been approved. A total of 86 projects have already been completed which represents 95% of the approved projects. The largest categories of investment are the following: • Highways and Roads, with over 37% of the total federal investment, • Public Transit, with over 32% of the total federal investment, and • Wastewater, with nearly 8% of the total federal investment.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. No evaluation is currently underway or planned over the next 5 years period because the program was part of a larger evaluation on the impact of Infrastructure Canada programs in the Vancouver area in 2020-21.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Eligible projects have been approved and no additional project proposals are being accepted under this program. The department continues to work with recipients to distribute funding, including final payments.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants
Total contributions	13,790,570	189,163	1,655,341	5,657,410	5,657,410	4,002,069
Total other types of transfer payments
Total program	13,790,570	189,163	1,655,341	5,657,410	5,657,410	4,002,069
Explanation of variances	The variance related to recipient's increased funding requirements during 2021-22.

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Border Infrastructure Fund

Start date	2003-2004
End date	2023-2024^{Footnote 5}
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2011-2012^{Footnote 6}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This program provides funding for investments in physical infrastructure, intelligent transportation system infrastructure and improved analytical capacity at the largest surface border crossings between Canada and the United States, as well as several other crossing points in Canada. Announced in Budget 2001, the fund provides up to 50 percent federal funding to support eligible projects at Canada's border crossings. Transport Canada is the federal delivery partner for this program.^{Footnote 7}
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2003-04, a total of 12 projects with a federal contribution of over $588 million and total value of over $1.3 billion has been approved. A total of 11 projects have already been completed which represents 92% of the approved projects. The largest categories of investment are the following: Border Infrastructure, with over 87% of the total federal investment, and Highways and Roads, with nearly 13% of the total federal investment.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. No evaluation is currently underway or planned over the next 5 years period because the program was part of a larger evaluation on the impact of Infrastructure Canada programs in the Vancouver area in 2020-21.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Eligible projects have been approved and no additional project proposals are being accepted under this program. The department continues to work with recipients to distribute funding, including final payments.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants
Total contributions	-	-	-	1,874,381	-	-
Total other types of transfer payments
Total program	-	-	-	1,874,381	-	-
Explanation of variances	N/A

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Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF):

Start date	2005-2006
End date	Ongoing^{Footnote 8}
Type of transfer payment	Other Transfer Payment
Type of appropriation	Statutory through the Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Act
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2013-2014^{Footnote 9}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This program provides municipalities with predictable, long–term funding, enabling construction and rehabilitation of core public infrastructure. The Government of Canada has agreements with provinces, territories, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Union of British Columbia Municipalities and the City of Toronto. Those agreements remain in effect until 2023–24. The program supports increased productivity and economic growth as well as strong cities and communities. Municipalities can pool, bank and borrow against this funding, providing significant additional financial flexibility. Eligible recipients are required to report annually on their use of funds and their compliance to the terms and conditions of the agreements.
Results achieved	The Canadian Community-Building Fund (CCBF) provides over $2.2 billion in predictable and permanent funding each year for local governments to invest in community infrastructure. In 2021-22 the CCBF is estimated to have delivered funding to 3558 communities across the country and the funding has supported approximately 4000 projects.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	An evaluation will be completed in 2022-23. Completion of the next evaluation planned for 2026-27.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	INFC continues to collaborate with provinces, territories, the City of Toronto and municipal associations through agreement monitoring activities such as oversight committees and program workshops. Discussions regarding outcome reporting, existing data, and agreement amendments are ongoing.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions						-
Total other types of transfer payments	4,340,912,262	2,170,315,887	2,268,966,610	4,490,082,497	4,490,082,497	2,221,115,887
Total program	4,340,912,262	2,170,315,887	2,268,966,610	4,490,082,497	4,490,082,497	2,221,115,887
Explanation of variances	The variance between 2021-22 actual spending and 2021-22 planned spending is attributable to the Top Up to the CCBF announced in Budget 2021.

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Building Canada Fund-Communities Component (BCF-CC)

Start date	2007-2008
End date	2027-2028
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2018-2019^{Footnote 10}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This program supports the infrastructure needs of smaller communities with populations of less than 100,000. Project costs are shared with provincial, territorial and municipal governments, with each order of government generally contributing one–third of the eligible costs. The fund supports the construction, renewal, and enhancement of basic infrastructure such as potable water, wastewater treatment, local roads, and other infrastructure needs of small communities.
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2007-08, a total of 950 projects with a federal contribution of over $994 million and total value of $3 billion has been approved. A total of 947 projects have already been completed which represents 99.7% of the approved projects. The largest categories of investment are the following: Wastewater, with nearly 34% of the total federal investment. Drinking Water, with over 25% of the total federal investment, and Highways and Roads, with over 17% of the total federal investment.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. No evaluation is currently underway or planned over the next 5 years period because the program was part of a larger evaluation on the impact of Infrastructure Canada programs in the Vancouver area in 2020-21.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Eligible projects have been approved and no additional project proposals are being accepted under this program. The department continues to work with recipients to distribute funding, including final payments.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	40,542,169	5,390,959	-	1,910,460	1,161,072	1,161,072
						-
Total program	40,542,169	5,390,959	-	1,910,460	1,161,072	1,161,072
Explanation of variances	Authorities were increased to support updated funding requirements provided by recipients. Variance between Total authorities available for use and Actual spending is largely due to project delays.

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

Start date	2007-2008
End date	2027-2028
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2018-2019^{Footnote 11}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department’s Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This program targets larger infrastructure projects of national or regional significance. It increases overall investment in public infrastructure and contributes to broad federal objectives: economic growth, a cleaner environment and strong and prosperous communities. At least two–thirds of the funding is targeted to national priorities: drinking water, wastewater, public transit, the core national highway system and green energy. By providing federal funding on a cost–shared basis, it leverages additional contributions from other partners to increase overall investment in infrastructure.
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2007-08, a total of 201 projects with a federal contribution of over $6.5 billion and total value of over $19.5 billion has been approved. A total of 178 projects have already been completed which represents 89% of the approved projects. The largest categories of investment are the following: Public Transit, with nearly 45% of the total federal investment. Highways and Roads, with over 29% of the total federal investment, and Culture, with over 7% of the total federal investment.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	An evaluation was completed in 2021-22. The evaluation found that MIC has addressed infrastructure needs through larger scale projects. MIC has made progress towards the achievement of outcomes, including leveraging funding from partners and funding infrastructure projects that promote economic growth, a cleaner environment, and strong and prosperous communities. MIC met the government's Gender-based Analysis requirements in its development and implementation. A supplemental GBA+ analysis found that despite being designed mostly for larger population centres, MIC benefited communities of diverse sizes.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Eligible projects have been approved and no additional project proposals are being accepted under this program. The department continues to work with recipients to distribute funding, including final payments.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	259,881,671	205,715,266	164,307,040	156,307,040	151,774,468	- 12,532,572
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	259,881,671	205,715,266	164,307,040	156,307,040	151,774,468	- 12,532,572
Explanation of variances	Authorities have been decreased based on recipient forecast updates following the construction season. Actual spending represents 97% of total authorities available for use.

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Green Infrastructure Fund (GIF)

Start date	2009-2010
End date	2028-2029
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually trough Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2013-2014^{Footnote 12}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This program supports environmental infrastructure projects that promote cleaner air, reduced greenhouse gas emissions and cleaner land and water. Targeted investments in green infrastructure can contribute to improving the quality of the environment and a more sustainable economy over the longer term. There are five eligible categories of investment: wastewater infrastructure, green energy generation infrastructure, green energy transmission infrastructure, solid waste infrastructure, and carbon transmission and storage infrastructure. By providing up to 50 percent federal funding on a cost–shared basis, the fund leverages additional investments from other partners.
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2009-10, a total of 19 projects with a federal contribution of over $713 million and total value of over $2.3 million has been approved. A total of 12 projects have already been completed which represents 63% of the approved projects. The largest categories of investment are the following: Wastewater, with over 40% of the total federal investment. Green Energy, with over 37% of the total federal investment, and Solid Waste Management, with 22% of the total federal investment.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	An evaluation was completed in 2021-22. The evaluation found that GIF addressed needs for green infrastructure. It was not possible to fully assess the extent of the progress made with available performance data and the absence of established targets. However, progress has been made towards GIF's outcomes. GIF met the government's Gender-based Analysis requirements in its development and implementation. A supplemental GBA+ analysis found that the need for green infrastructure was relevant to communities of diverse sizes across Canada and that these needs were addressed by wastewater, solid waste and green infrastructure projects funded under GIF.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Eligible projects have been approved and no additional project proposals are being accepted under this program. The department continues to work with recipients to distribute funding, including final payments.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	56,287,618	33,465,254	40,879,183	24,379,183	24,334,000	- 16,545,183
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	56,287,618	33,465,254	40,879,183	24,379,183	24,334,000	- 16,545,183
Explanation of variances	Authorities have been decreased through internal transfers based on updated recipient forecasts following the construction season. Actual spending represents 99% of Total authorities available for use.

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

Start date	2013-2014
End date	2027-2028
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2020-2021^{Footnote 13}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This program provides funding to support infrastructure projects of national and regional significance that contribute to economic growth, a clean environment and stronger communities. The PTIC-NRP is an allocation–based program that recognizes and supports the important role that provinces, territories, and municipalities play in helping to build Canada's public infrastructure.
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2013-14, a total of 292 projects with a federal contribution of nearly $9.5 billion and total value of over $25 billion has been approved. A total of 139 projects have already been completed which represents 48% of the approved projects. The largest categories of investment are the following: Highways and Roads, with nearly 49% of the total federal investment, Public Transit, with 33% of the total federal investment, and Wastewater, with over 6% of the total federal investment.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. An evaluation is currently planned for 2023-24.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Eligible projects have been approved and no additional project proposals are being accepted under this program. The department continues to work with recipients to distribute funding, including final payments.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	870,134,452	954,155,887	1,785,388,517	1,288,405,748	1,192,693,013	- 592,695,504
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	870,134,452	954,155,887	1,785,388,517	1,288,405,748	1,192,693,013	- 592,695,504
Explanation of variances	Authorities have been decreased based on updated recipient forecasts following the construction season. Variance is due to project delays and subsequent delays in claim submissions.

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

Start date	2013-2014
End date	2029-2030
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2020-2021^{Footnote 14}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The PTIC-SCF provides contribution funding for infrastructure projects in small communities with populations of 100,000 or less. Infrastructure Canada enters into funding agreements with provinces and territories for the implementation of the PTIC-NRP. In turn, the provinces and territories administer the project identification process in keeping with SCF program parameters. PTIC-SCF is designed to leverage the resources and existing processes of provinces and territories in managing local projects, while ensuring federal accountability and oversight for the funding envelope.
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2013-14, a total of 967 projects with a federal contribution of over $1.4 billion and total value of over $3.6 billion has been approved. A total of 737 projects have already been completed which represents 76% of the approved projects. The largest categories of investment are the following: Highways and Roads, with over 22% of the total federal investment, Wastewater, with nearly 17% of the total federal investment, and Drinking Water, with over 13% of the total federal investment.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. An evaluation is currently planned for 2023-24.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Eligible projects have been approved and no additional project proposals are being accepted under this program. The department continues to work with recipients to distribute funding, including final payments.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	205,857,064	173,864,736	161,880,173	161,880,173	161,828,287	- 51,886
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	205,857,064	173,864,736	161,880,173	161,880,173	161,828,287	- 51,886
Explanation of variances	Actual expenditures represent 99% of Planned spending.

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

Start date	2013-2014
End date	2030-3031
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2016-2017^{Footnote 15}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This program supports projects of national significance, that have broad public benefits, and that contribute to Canada's long–term economic growth and prosperity. The NIC is a merit–based application–driven program, and as such, there are no pre–determined provincial or territorial allocations.
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2013-14, a total of 9 projects with a federal contribution of over $1.6 billion and total value of over $4.5 billion has been approved. 1 project has already been completed which represents 11% of the approved projects. The largest categories of investment are the following: Highways and Roads, with over 91% of the total federal investment, and Drinking Water, with nearly 7% of the total federal investment.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. An evaluation is currently planned for 2023-24.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Eligible projects have been approved and no additional project proposals are being accepted under this program. The department continues to work with recipients to distribute funding, including final payments.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	127,884,993	217,994,628	247,097,749	230,982,908	228,924,894	- 18,172,855
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	127,884,993	217,994,628	247,097,749	230,982,908	228,924,894	- 18,172,855
Explanation of variances	Authorities have been decreased based on updated recipient forecasts following the construction season. Actual spending represents 99% of Total authorities available for use.

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Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway Program

Start date	2013-2014
End date	2021-2022
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2019-2020
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway forms the northern terminus of the Mackenzie Valley Highway. When it opened in November 2018, the 137 kilometer road between Inuvik and Tuktoyaktuk created the first all-season access between the Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic coasts for the National Highway System.
Results achieved	The results achieved from the Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway include the following: Approximately 120 people have benefited from training opportunities, which include the operation of heavy equipment. Residents of Tuktoyaktuk are benefiting from reduced living costs as goods can now be delivered by road year-round. A round trip from Tuktoyaktuk to Inuvik has decreased by approximately 70% since the highway opened in 2017.The price of a return flight between the communities is approximately $440 compared to $124 if driving. A positive reduction of the carbon footprint has been achieved by using road rather than air travel. Tourism has increased in both Tuktoyaktuk and Inuvik. Completion of the Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway provides year-round road access to the Beaufort Sea, providing an opportunity for a strengthened military presence in the region.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. No evaluation is currently underway or planned over the next 5 years period because the program was part of a larger joint audit and evaluation on the impact of Infrastructure Canada programs in the Territories in 2018-19.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	The program has been fully implemented. The project has been completed, closure requirements fulfilled and federal contributions disbursed.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	-	5,000,000	-	1,000,000	1,000,000	1,000,000
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	-	5,000,000	-	1,000,000	1,000,000	1,000,000
Explanation of variances	The variance represents the total internal transfers to support the project's final payment.

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Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF)

Start date	2016-2017
End date	2024-2025^{Footnote 16}
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2019-2020
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This program provides short–term funding of $3.4 billion to shorten commute times, cut air pollution, strengthen communities and grow Canada's economy. Infrastructure Canada entered into contribution agreements with all provinces and territories for the delivery of PTIF. In turn, provinces and territories entered into agreements with eligible ultimate recipients to manage projects.
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2016-17, a total of 1149 projects with a federal contribution of over $2.9 billion and total value of over $6 billion has been approved. A total of 1079 projects have already been completed which represents 94% of the approved projects.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	An evaluation was completed in 2021-22. The evaluation found that PTIF has addressed public transit needs. Overall, PTIF funding resulted in progress towards the immediate and intermediate expected outcomes, including communities benefitting from incremental funding, progress towards the planning and implementation of transit system improvements and expansions, progress towards the rehabilitation, optimization, modernization, efficiency, accessibility and safety of public transit systems, and increased ridership as of 2016. PTIF met the government's Gender-based Analysis requirements in its development and implementation. A supplemental GBA+ analysis found that PTIF funding in provinces was concentrated to locations where social housing was within 1,000 metres of public transit stops or stations. This indicates that funding supported areas that serve population groups that may rely on public transit.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Eligible projects have been approved and no additional project proposals are being accepted under this program. The department continues to work with recipients to distribute funding, including final payments.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	729,201,008	400,772,299	-	316,195,262	303,994,202	303,994,202
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	729,201,008	400,772,299	-	316,195,262	303,994,202	303,994,202
Explanation of variances	Total authorities available for use were increased to support updated recipient forecasts. Actual spending represents 96% of Total authorities available.

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Clean Water and Wastewater Fund (CWWF)

Start date	2016-2017
End date	2024-2025^{Footnote 17}
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2020-2021
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This program provides short–term funding of $2 billion to provide communities with more reliable water and wastewater systems so that both drinking water and effluent meet legislated standards. Infrastructure Canada has entered into contribution agreements with all provinces and territories for the delivery of CWWF. In turn, provinces and territories entered into agreements with eligible ultimate recipients to manage projects.
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2016-17, a total of 2344 projects with a federal contribution of over $1.8 billion and total value of over $3.8 billion has been approved. A total of 2230 projects have already been completed which represents 95% of the approved projects.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	An evaluation was completed in 2021-22. The evaluation found that CWWF has addressed needs for drinking water, wastewater and storm water infrastructure. CWWF funding resulted in progress towards its immediate and intermediate expected outcomes, including communities benefitting from incremental funding, progress towards wastewater treatment infrastructure, meeting federal regulatory requirements, progress towards system optimization and improved asset management, and progress towards the rehabilitation of water, wastewater and storm water infrastructure. CWWF met the government's Gender-based Analysis requirements in its development and implementation. A supplemental GBA+ analysis found that when looking at drinking water advisories and Indigenous populations off-reserve, CWWF funding was not always distributed by provinces to locations with the highest reported rates of drinking water advisories.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Eligible projects have been approved and no additional project proposals are being accepted under this program. The department continues to work with recipients to distribute funding, including final payments.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	382,996,046	242,862,744	-	69,901,415	69,865,354	69,865,354
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	382,996,046	242,862,744	-	69,901,415	69,865,354	69,865,354
Explanation of variances	Total authorities available for use were increased to support recipient forecasts. Actual spending represents 99% of Total authorities available.

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Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP)

Start date	2016-2017
End date	2024-2025
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	Statutory through Budget 2019
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The purpose of the program is to strengthen the capacity of Canadian municipalities to make informed infrastructure investment decisions based on sound asset management practices. The program provides: Funding for municipalities and the municipal sector to improve asset management practices. Funding for partners (e.g. not-for profits, professional and/or municipal associations) to provide direct technical assistance for municipalities. The program is delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities through a contribution agreement with Infrastructure Canada.
Results achieved	Since the program began, a total of 1368 projects with a federal contribution of nearly $58 million, and total value of $83.5 million have been approved. A total of 713 projects have already been completed which represents 52% of the approved projects. In 2021-22: 414 projects with a federal contribution of over $184,183,000 and total value of $24,680,000 initiated; and, 209 projects with a federal contribution of $8,337,000 and total value of $12,895,000 completed.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. An evaluation was completed in 2020-21.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Direct funding is offered via FCM's website and promoted via e–bulletins to FCM's membership, via partner organization bulletins, Municipal Infonet and other media outlets. A range of in–person and online learning opportunities are offered and promoted by both FCM and partner organizations across Canada.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	-	-	382,902	382,902	-	- 382,902
Total other types of transfer payments	60,000,000					-
Total program	60,000,000	-	382,902	382,902	-	- 382,902
Explanation of variances	Agreement to be extended until 2023-24 when remaining project costs are expected to be incurred.

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Municipalities for Climate Innovation Program (MCIP)

Start date	2016-2017
End date	2021-2022
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2016-2017 Updated in 2018-2019 to reflect MAMP extension.
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The MCIP provides $75 million to increase municipal capacity to make low carbon and climate resilient infrastructure investments. Infrastructure Canada entered into an agreement with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), which is responsible for delivering the Capacity Building for Climate Change Challenges program under the name of “Municipalities for Climate Innovation Program.” The FCM reviews and approves projects, and transfers funding to recipient municipalities. The FCM shares program and project information with Infrastructure Canada so the department can report results under this program to Canadians.
Results achieved	Since the program began, 322 projects with a federal contribution of over $57 million and total value of over $128 million have been approved. Federal funding supported projects such has municipal plans, studies, small capital projects and climate change staff positions to support climate change adaptation and mitigation. All projects completed their eligible activities by March 31, 2022. In 2021-22: Due to the impacts of COVID-19, MCIP was extended by one year to allow approved projects experiencing delays to complete. 114 projects were completed. 66 projects with a federal contribution of $9,062,541 and total eligible value of $25,601,664 were processed by March 31, 2022.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. An evaluation was completed in 2020-21.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Program offerings are promoted offered via FCM's website and via e–bulletins to FCM's membership, via partner organization bulletins, Municipal Infonet and other media outlets. As the program was in its final year there was no new funding provided but a range of in–person and online learning opportunities were offered and promoted by both FCM and partner organizations across Canada.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	15,082,321	19,128,078	362,885	9,258,368	9,258,368	8,895,483
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	15,082,321	19,128,078	362,885	9,258,368	9,258,368	8,895,483
Explanation of variances	Project was completed and Total authorities were increased to support reimbursement of the final claim. Actual spending represents 100% of Total authorities available.

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Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative (TWRI)

Start date	2017-2018
End date	2023-2024
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2017-2018^{Footnote 18}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Alternative Financing Oversight (IPI)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Port Lands Flood Protection and Enabling Infrastructure Project (the Project) is a comprehensive project for flood protecting southeastern portions of downtown Toronto – including parts of the Port Lands, South Riverdale, Leslieville, south of Eastern Avenue and the First Gulf/Unilever development site that are at risk of flooding under a provincially-defined Regulatory Storm event. The Project scope includes earthworks, roads, services and utilities, bridges and dockwall structures, and parks, public realm, and natural habitat works. The Project will remove approximately 240 hectares of land from flooding, and approximately 32 hectares of brownfields will be redeveloped. Additionally, over 36 hectares of green space will be available for public use. The Project will also effectively upgrade municipal infrastructure in the area making improvements to roads, bridges, and water and wastewater systems. In the long-term, the Project will provide opportunities for residential and commercial development, access to affordable housing, and public transit.
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2017-18, a total of $384 million in federal contributions have been allocated, representing 32% of the total eligible project costs (approximately $1.2 billion). The project continues to make steady progress towards a targeted completion date of 2023-24.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	An evaluation will be completed in 2022-23.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Infrastructure Canada continues to work with Waterfront Toronto on the administration of this program.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	45,076,314	60,000,000	50,440,233	50,439,840	50,439,840	- 393
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	45,076,314	60,000,000	50,440,233	50,439,840	50,439,840	- 393
Explanation of variances	N/A

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Smart Cities Challenge (SCC)

Start date	2017-2018
End date	2026-2027
Type of transfer payment	Grant and Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2017-2018^{Footnote 19}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Smart Cities Challenge has a budget of $229,632,600 million over 10 years, and began in 2017–18. It encourages communities of all sizes from across the country to take bold action to improve outcomes for their residents by applying a smart cities approach that leverages connected technologies and data. The Challenge model provides incentive to communities to adopt a multi–sectoral approach to problem solving. Communities are encouraged to engage their residents and submit proposals that include the private, public and research sectors as well as demonstrate real and measurable outcomes for residents The process requires the full engagement of residents while requiring that communities mobilize themselves to overcome historic institutional barriers to innovation. In conjunction with the Challenge, the Smart Cities Community Support Program funds Evergreen, which delivers the Community Solutions Network with its partners – an initiative that provides smart city advisory and capacity-building services to communities of all sizes across the country.
Results achieved	The four winners are implementing their projects, achieving milestones, and contribution agreements are being monitored through regular Agreement Management Committee meetings and progress reports. Due to the impacts of COVID-19 adjustment to activities and timelines have been completed to better achieve outcomes. The flexibility of the outcomes-based contribution agreements enable winners to pivot and change course as needed to achieve outcomes and demonstrate how smart cities approaches are achieving results in their communities. The Smart Cities Community Support Program – through Evergreen, a not-for-profit organization selected through an open and transparent request for proposals – continues to provide capacity building, training and support to communities across Canada. Key highlights include: 250 communities engaged through one-to-one advisory support; New Community Solutions online portal launched, with an increase in the number of registered users to 1,000 and over 1,100 resources downloaded (cumulative) and 200 during reporting period; 9 virtual events completed across every region in Canada, with the participation of approximately 120 municipalities and Indigenous communities. The funding agreement with Evergreen was extended for one fiscal year (2022-23) to meet on-going demand from communities to adopt smart cities approaches.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. An evaluation is planned for 2022-23.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	The four winning communities of Competition One are implementing their smart cities projects. INFC officials are monitoring progress towards the successful completion of agreed-upon project outcomes and making adjustments with the winners when course corrections are necessary. Through its Smart Cities Community Support Program INFC funds activities to provide advisory and capacity-building services to all communities (not merely participants in the Challenge) as they explore and implement smart cities approaches.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants	-	-	-	-	-	-
Total contributions	5,289,909	10,872,619	18,109,000	19,059,143	18,829,143	720,143
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	5,289,909	10,872,619	18,109,000	19,059,143	18,829,143	720,143
Explanation of variances	Authorities have been increased based on updated recipient forecasts following the construction season.

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Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP)

Start date	2017-2018
End date	2033-34
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2021-2022^{Footnote 20}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The $33.5 billion Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP), to be delivered over 10 years, will be instrumental in meeting INFC's overarching objectives to rebuild Canada's infrastructure for the 21st century. The program acknowledges that provinces, territories, municipalities and Indigenous communities are key partners that are best positioned to prioritize investments in infrastructure. To this end, the ICIP is delivered through Integrated Bilateral Agreements (IBAs) between INFC and provinces/territories that rely on a strong collaborative approach to successfully implement infrastructure projects. Federal funding under the ICIP will be disbursed under four funding streams: public transit; green infrastructure; community, culture and recreation infrastructure; and rural and northern communities infrastructure. In addition, ICIP offers a time-limited, COVID-19 Resilience stream, which includes additional ventilation funding.
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2017-18, 4876 projects with a federal contribution of over $20 billion and total value of over $57 billion have been approved. A total of 737 projects have already been completed which represents 15% of the approved projects. Of the projects funded under the program, the breakdown by project type is as follows: 348 projects to improve public transit, representing $10,932,680,941 in federal investments 1211 green infrastructure projects, representing $5,409,285,290 in federal investments 738 projects to improve community, culture and recreational spaces, representing $1,103,354,353 in federal investments 551 projects such as roads, broadband, food security, and Indigenous health and education projects in rural and northern communities, representing $1,346,408,008 in federal investments 14 projects in the territories to reduce reliance on fossil fuels for energy generation, representing $232,728,671 in federal investments 2030 projects that contributed to COVID-19 pandemic response or economic recovery, representing $859,757,020 in federal investments
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year. A joint audit and evaluation is planned for 2022-23 with expected completion in 2023-24.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. A joint audit and evaluation is planned for 2022-23with expected completion in 2023-24.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Infrastructure Canada is working collaboratively with provinces and territories to implement the program.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	146,494,087	650,830,302	1,654,475,784	2,625,475,784	1,543,486,307	- 110,989,477
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	146,494,087	650,830,302	1,654,475,784	2,625,475,784	1,543,486,307	- 110,989,477
Explanation of variances	Under the Investing in Canada Infrastructure program, planned spending is based on forecasts provided by recipients, which include both approved projects and projects that recipients anticipate will be approved during the year. Authorities were increased to support updated forecasts. The variance is due to project delays and delays in subsequent claim submissions.

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Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund (DMAF)

Start date	2018-2019
End date	2027-2028
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and condition	2018-2019^{Footnote 21}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	DMAF is a national, competitive direct-delivery contribution program designed to support infrastructure projects that can mitigate current and future climate-related risks and disasters triggered by natural hazards, such as floods, wildfires, droughts, and seismic events. The overall objective of the DMAF is to strengthen the resilience of Canadian communities at risk of infrastructure failure that could result in: Threats to health and safety; Threats to critical infrastructure, including interruptions in essential services; and Significant disruptions in economic activity; and/or Increasingly high cost for recovery and replacement of infrastructure assets.
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2018-19, a total of 70 projects with a federal contribution of over $2 billion and total value of over $4.6 billion has been approved. No projects have been completed yet. Projects approved include but are not limited to projects protecting against flood (over 65% of approved projects) as well as erosion and storm (representing approximatively 9% respectively of approved projects). Once completed, DMAF approved projects are expected to increase the capacity of structural and/or natural infrastructure to strengthen community resilience by mitigating against climate-related risks of extreme weather events. Following Budget 2021 announcement, intakes for small-scale (between $1 million and $20 million) and large-scale ($20 million and above) were launched in July 2021, with applications received by October 15, 2021, for large-scale proposals; and November 15, 2021, for small-scale proposals. Assessments were ongoing at the end of FY 2021-2022.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. An evaluation is currently planned for 2023-24.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	An inclusive engagement strategy was implemented early on to ensure key stakeholders, including national indigenous organizations and indigenous communities were made aware of the opportunity to apply for funding. Applicants also had the opportunity to request one-on-one support to clarify program parameters and intake process.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants						-
Total contributions	10,860,552	52,373,303	199,167,800	43,884,270	43,340,988	- 155,826,812
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program	10,860,552	52,373,303	199,167,800	43,884,270	43,340,988	- 155,826,812
Explanation of variances	Authorities available for use have been decreased based on updated recipient forecasts following the construction season. Variance is due to delays in the negotiation of contribution agreements and construction delays, which subsequently delayed related claims.

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Research and Knowledge Initiative (RKI)

Start date	2018-2019
End date	2024-2025
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2018-2019^{Footnote 22}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	This Initiative supports projects in research, knowledge-sharing, collaborations and partnerships to deepen understanding of infrastructure needs, challenges, and opportunities relevant to Canadians.
Results achieved	RKI's first open, competitive call for proposals was launched in Fall 2021. Projects received through the open call for proposals have been approved in principle as of June 1, 2022 and most contribution agreements are expected to be signed and announced in 2022. An unsolicited proposal received in Summer 2021 on the development of methodology for a jurisdiction-wide infrastructure assessment was also funded, with work expecting to be completed by June 2023. In 2021-22, the third and final year of the Data for Canadian Cities Pilot Project, all participating cities received platinum ISO37120 certification, supporting the project's broader objective of standardized city-level data.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	N/A
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	N/A
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	RKI's was announced publicly in Summer 2021, including information on INFC's website such as the Applicant Guide, and FAQs. The outreach and communications approach was limited given that the Call for Proposals was launched during a writ period. During the application period, the program team regularly communicated with applicants via phone and email regarding program questions and application portal support. Following the initial application assessment process, the program team held initial meetings with finalists in March 2022.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants
Total contributions	1,299,827	1,299,989	2,300,000	2,300,000	718,997	- 1,581,003
Total other types of transfer payments
Total program	1,299,827	1,299,989	2,300,000	2,300,000	718,997	- 1,581,003
Explanation of variances	Variance is due to delays in the negotiation of contribution agreements for new project intake.

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Natural Infrastructure Fund (NIF)

Start date	2022-2023
End date	2023-2024
Type of transfer payment	Grant and Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
	2021-2022^{Footnote 23}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Natural Infrastructure Fund (NIF) is a grants and contributions program that aims to support the use, creation, and enhancement of natural infrastructure and hybrid infrastructure delivering community services and co-benefits. Natural infrastructure and hybrid infrastructure are increasingly recognized for their ability to provide services such as: climate change resilience; access to nature and wellbeing; jobs and economic growth environmental quality; protection of biodiversity; and carbon sequestration.
Results achieved	Announced in June 2021, the NIF will fund large (above $3M in total eligible costs) and small-scale (between 30K and $3M in total eligible costs) natural and hybrid infrastructure projects. Five cities with natural infrastructure strategies invited to apply under the large stream submitted project applications
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. No evaluation is planned over the next 5 years period as the program doesn't meet the Financial Administration Act requirement.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	An inclusive engagement strategy will be implemented early on to ensure key stakeholders, including national indigenous organizations and indigenous communities were made aware of the opportunity to apply for funding. Applicants will also have the opportunity to request one-on-one support to clarify program parameters and intake process.

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Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants				10,000,000
Total contributions				292,397
Total other types of transfer payments
Total program				10,292,397
Explanation of variances	New program at project intake stage.

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Permanent Public Transit Program (PPTP)

Start date	2021-22 (Phase 1), 2026-27 (Phase 2)
End date	2025-26 (Phase 1), ongoing (Phase 2)
Type of transfer payment	Grant and Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2021-2022^{Footnote 24}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The PPTP provides $14.9 Billion over 8 years with $3 Billion per year ongoing starting in 2026-2027. The PPTP is a national program providing near-term support through three direct application funds (Phase 1): the Zero-Emission Transit Fund, the Active Transportation Fund, and the Rural Transit Solutions Fund. Funding is also being made available to accelerate future major projects and support the expansion of large urban transit systems permanent funding investment of this transfer payment program will be delivered thereafter (Phase 2). This transfer payment program is intended to support economic, environmental, and social benefits by funding sustainable mobility infrastructure such as public transit systems, active transportation networks, and other solutions in communities of all sizes across Canada. The program will: Help Canadians move around easier and create new jobs by building major public transit projects, providing dedicated planning funding to accelerate future major projects, and supporting the expansion of large urban transit systems that many Canadians depend on every day. Reduce pollution by enhancing public transit systems and switching them to cleaner electrical power, including supporting the use of zero-emission vehicles and related infrastructure. Part of the funding would be closely coordinated with the Canada Infrastructure Bank's $1.5B commitment to invest in zero emission buses as part of its three-year Growth Plan. Fill existing gaps in the federal suite of transit programming and lay the foundation for future programs to support improved public transportation for all Canadians.
Results achieved	In 2021-2022, the Federal government successfully launched three public transit application-based funds: The Rural Transit Solutions Fund ($250 million): The Zero Emission Transit Fund ($2.75 billion): The Active Transportation Fund ($400 million): Additionally: Under the Active Transportation Fund (ATF), a call for intakes was opened on January 27, 2022 and closed on March 31, 2022. A very high volume of applications was received. On January 27, 2022, the second stage of the application process for the Zero Emission Transit Fund (ZETF) opened on a continuous basis, allowing eligible recipients to apply under the Planning and Capital streams. The Infrastructure Canada-CUTRIC Contribution Agreement was executed on March 31, 2022, to provide national planning support to municipalities and transit agencies wishing to advance planning work related to the electrification of their fleet. To develop rural transit solutions, under the Rural Transit Solutions Fund (RTSF), the intake for Planning and Design projects opened in August 2021 and closed on October 7, 2021. Application intakes for the Capital projects stream opened on January 27, 2022.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. An evaluation is currently planned for 2025-26.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Planning is underway for engagements during FY 2022-23 that will target multiple stakeholders, including provinces, territories, municipalities, Indigenous communities, researchers, academics, and private sector organizations on the design of the permanent funding component of the PPTP, to begin in 2026-27.

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Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants				3,000,000
Total contributions				9,034,067
Total other types of transfer payments
Total program				12,034,067
Explanation of variances	New program at project intake stage.

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Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB)

Start date	2021-2022
End date	2025-2026
Type of transfer payment	Grant and Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2021-2022^{Footnote 25}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program aims to build more community buildings and improve existing ones – in particular in areas with populations experiencing higher needs – while also making the buildings more energy efficient, lower carbon, more resilient, and higher performing. This five-year $1.5 billion program will support green and accessible retrofits, repairs or upgrades of existing public community buildings and the construction of new publicly-accessible community buildings that serve high-needs, underserved communities across Canada. Funding is available for municipal or regional governments, public sector bodies, not-for-profit organizations, provincial or territorial governments and Indigenous recipients for eligible projects. Individuals and for-profit organizations are not eligible to apply.
Results achieved	Since the program began in 2021-22, a total of 19 projects with a federal contribution of over $298 million and total value of over $34 million has been approved. No projects have been completed yet. Approved projects include retrofits to cultural and recreation centers as well as indigenous schools, which will advance the Government's climate priorities by improving energy efficiency, reducing GHG emissions, and enhancing the climate resilience of community buildings, especially in under-served areas. The GICB program received significant interest from communities all across Canada in its first year of operation. For the scheduled intake that closed on July 6, 2021, the program received 538 applications requesting $6.2 billion in funding. The continuous intake received 415 applications requesting $487 million in funding. Of the 953 applications received, 19 projects were approved, with a total value of $29.2 million.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. An evaluation is currently planned for 2025-26.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	Infrastructure Canada is working collaboratively with eligible project proponents and approved project proponents to ensure that impactful projects are approved and funded under this program. GICB engagement includes a distinct Indigenous engagement strategy to support the commitment to allocate 10% of the program funding envelop for Indigenous recipients

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Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants				72,828,323
Total contributions				2,557,159
Total other types of transfer payments
Total program				75,385,482
Explanation of variances	New program at project intake stage.

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Reaching Home

Start date	March 1, 2019
End date	March 31, 2028
Type of transfer payment	Grants and Contributions
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2019 to 2020
Link to departmental result(s)	The Reaching Home program was transferred to Infrastructure Canada in the Fall of 2021 as per an Order in Council, and as such it was not part of Infrastructure Canada's Departmental Results Framework (DRF) structure in 2021-2022. The current DRF structure is being updated for the 2023-2024 Estimates, and will include this program.
Link to the department's Program Inventory	The Reaching Home program was transferred to Infrastructure Canada in the Fall of 2021 as per an Order in Council, and as such it was not part of Infrastructure Canada's Departmental Results Framework (DRF) structure in 2021-2022. The current DRF structure is being updated for the 2023-2024 Estimates, and will include this program.
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	Reaching Home supports community-based responses to prevent and reduce homelessness across Canada. Communities and service providers receive grants and contributions funding to support services targeted to individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness in urban centers, rural communities and in the territories. Reaching Home works with communities to develop and deliver data-driven system plans with clear outcomes. Communities are asked to report publicly on community-wide outcomes. The program also collects and analyzes national homelessness data, and shares knowledge with communities, partners and stakeholders. Federally-funded projects, and federal leadership that fosters transformation of the sector, together promote the prevention and reduction of homelessness in Canada. The government of Canada is one of many funding partners addressing homelessness, and performance indicators and expected results are impacted by multiple factors. The program is a transfer payment program with non-repayable grants and contributions; however, some repayment clauses are outlined in the Reaching Home Terms and Conditions.
Results achieved	Expected result: Homeless individuals and families are placed in more stable housing Performance indicator: Number of people placed in more stable housing Results achieved for 2021-22: Not available. A new online data collection platform is being developed to collect this information. It is expected to be ready to collect Annual Results data beginning in Fall 2022. Full results for this period are expected to be available by April 2023. Expected result: Improved housing stability for homeless individuals and those at risk of becoming homeless Performance indicator: Percentage of clients who were placed in more stable housing and, 12 months later, have remained housed, or have successfully exited the program Results achieved for 2021-22: Not available. A new online data collection platform is being developed to collect this information. It is expected to be ready to collect Annual Results data beginning in Fall 2022. Full results for this period are expected to be available by April 2023. Expected result: Homelessness is prevented and reduced Performance indicator: Reduction in the estimated number of shelter users who are chronically homeless Results achieved for 2021-22: Not available. This indicator is based on the calendar year. There is up to a three-year lag in the availability of data. Results for 2021 are anticipated to be available in 2024 and results for 2022 are anticipated to be available in 2025. Note: As the Government of Canada does not have sole jurisdiction over homelessness, this last expected result is considered a shared one with attribution distributed across a range of stakeholders, community service providers, and other orders of government.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	N/A, current OAG audit wraps up in 2022-23.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	N/A, current OAG audit wraps up in 2022-23.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	The program undertook extensive stakeholder engagement with community partners, provinces and territories, Indigenous governments and organizations, the not-for-profit sector and the private sector. This engagement focused on: Emerging needs of the sector as a result of the evolution of the pandemic (Omicron); Additional investments in Reaching Home (provided through Budget 2021) to continue to support communities with ongoing pandemic response and recovery; How the program is carried out; The reiteration of the Government of Canada's commitment to eliminate chronic homelessness in Canada by 2030 as part of the 2021 Speech from the Throne; and, Developing and delivering training on Coordinated Access and the Community Homelessness Report. Reaching Home completed the first round of Community Homelessness Report data collection in fiscal year 2021-22, helping communities self-assess their progress in meeting minimum program requirements. This data focuses on trends specific to cumulative levels of homelessness, inflows into homelessness, outflows from homelessness, and progress with meeting targets specific to the five core outcomes of Reaching Home

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)^{Footnote 26}	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants				3,378,987	3,092,335	3,092,335
Total contributions				217,562,658	206,024,649	206,024,649
Total other types of transfer payments						-
Total program				220,941,645	209,116,984	209,116,984
Explanation of variances	Authorities related to the Reaching Home program were officially transferred from ESDC to INFC mid-year. Actual spending represents 95% of Total authorities available for use.

Details on transfer payment programs

P3 Canada Fund (P3-CF)

Start date	2009
End date	2022-2023
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Special Purpose Allotment
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2017-2018
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Alternative Financing Oversight (IPI)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The P3 Canada Fund was created at PPP Canada, a Crown corporation, to advance the public-private partnership procurement (P3) model by provinces, territories, municipalities and First Nations in Canada. In 2017-18, PPP Canada was dissolved and the P3 Canada Fund became a special purpose allotment in Infrastructure Canada's Vote 10. Twenty-four legacy projects were transferred to Infrastructure Canada, which has the mandate to manage the agreements created under the P3 Canada Fund.
Results achieved	The P3 Canada Fund was designed to leverage private sector expertise and capital in support of efficient, innovative and timely infrastructure investments. In so doing, the Fund is helping to manage public sector exposure to project risks, including cost overruns; increase private sector capital financing for infrastructure renewal; and acts as a catalyst for the development of the P3 market in Canada. At the same time, similar to other New Building Canada Plan initiatives, the P3 Canada Fund also supports broader government objectives such as: Fostering economic growth: This is accomplished by investing in projects that enhance competitiveness and productivity (e.g., improvements to the Core National Highway System that benefit the trucking industry). Supporting a cleaner environment: Improvements to wastewater systems, the expansion of public transit systems, the development of green energy and the better management of solid waste result in cleaner air, water and land. Promoting stronger communities: Better local roads, increased access to water systems and the redevelopment of brownfields help strengthen Canada's communities.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	A joint audit and evaluation is underway with expected completion 2022-23.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	A joint audit and evaluation is underway with expected completion 2022-23.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	In 2021-22 INFC continued to manage the portfolio of projects in accordance with the Financial Agreements, including providing payments for claims at Substantial Completion. Additionally, INFC worked with P3 Canada Fund recipients on the impacts of COVID-19 on projects in both construction and operations. Project recipients were regularly engaged by INFC in order to gather intelligence on project status during the pandemic and lessons learned from the P3 approach.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants
Total contributions	295,146,755	56,757,280	-	349,309,850	89,548,188	89,548,188
Total other types of transfer payments
Total program	295,146,755	56,757,280	-	349,309,850	89,548,188	89,548,188
Explanation of variances	The variance is primarily due to delays related to the Edmonton LRT project, which will continue into 2022-23.

Details on transfer payment programs

Canada Healthy Communities Initiative (CHCI)

Start date	2020-2021
End date	2023-2024
Type of transfer payment	Contribution
Type of appropriation	Voted annually through Estimates
Fiscal year for terms and conditions	2020-2021^{Footnote 27}
Link to departmental result(s)	1.2: Infrastructure improves the ‘quality of life' for all Canadians
Link to the department's Program Inventory	Allocation and Merit-Based Funding Oversight (CIP)
Purpose and objectives of transfer payment program	The Canada Healthy Communities Initiative (CHCI) is a COVID-19 response initiative that will provide up to $61.284 million in contribution funding over five years to Community Foundations of Canada (CFC), a not-for-profit organization(s) selected through an open and transparent call for applications. CFC is working directly with communities to identify and fund local projects that can be put into place quickly to improve the lives of Canadians. Municipalities, local governments, and Indigenous communities as well as not-for-profit community partners will are able to apply directly to the CHCI contribution recipient(s) CFC with their project proposals. The Initiative will is helping communities by supporting innovative ideas for small-scale, community-led infrastructure projects across Canada. Local projects must be infrastructure-related and must respond directly to needs arising directly from COVID-19, by creating safer and more vibrant public spaces, improving mobility options and enabling digital solutions.
Results achieved	The initial funding envelope of $31,284,000 was entirely exhausted with 661 applications approved across the country. Of the three funding streams, Creating Safe and Vibrant Public Spaces received the highest number of applications and largest amount of funded projects (63%), followed by Digital Solutions (30%) and Improving Mobility Options (6.5%). People experiencing low income or living in poverty, persons with disabilities, and newcomers are amongst the most served communities.
Findings of audits completed in 2021-22	No audit was completed during the reporting year.
Findings of evaluations completed in 2021-22	No evaluation was completed during the reporting year. An evaluation is currently planned for 2024-25.
Engagement of applicants and recipients in 2021-22	CFC engaged with applicants and recipients through online awareness raising events, one-on-one applicant support, selection of recipients, funding agreements, and ultimate recipient reporting.

Financial information (dollars)

Type of transfer payment	2019–20 Actual spending	2020–21 Actual spending	2021–22 Planned spending	2021–22 Total authorities available for use	2021–22 Actual spending (authorities used)	Variance (2021–22 actual minus 2021–22 planned)
Total grants
Total contributions	-	19,193,000	12,091,000	12,091,000	11,555,750	- 535,250
Total other types of transfer payments
Total program	-	19,193,000	12,091,000	12,091,000	11,555,750	- 535,250
Explanation of variances	Actual spending represents 96% of Planned spending. The variance is due to project delays and subsequent submission of claims.

Footnotes

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

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Footnote 1

The funding profile under the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund was extended until 2020-2021 for certain projects.

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

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

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The funding profile under the Border Infrastructure Fund was extended until 2023-24 for certain projects.

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

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

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Legislation enacting permanent funding for the Canada Community Building Fund (formerly Gas Tax Fund), received Royal Assent on December 15, 2011.

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

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

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Footnote 10

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

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

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

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

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

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The Public Transit Infrastructure Fund program end date is subject to change based on the timelines associated with project extensions.

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The Clean Water Wastewater program end date is subject to change based on the timelines associated with project extensions.

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