2021-22 Horizontal Initiative - Arctic and Northern Policy Framework
Table of contents
- Planning highlights
- Contact information
- Horizontal initiative framework: departmental funding by theme (dollars)
- Planning information
- Theme 1 details
- Theme 1 horizontal initiative activities
- Theme 2 details
- Theme 2 horizontal initiative activities
- Theme 3 details
- Theme 3 horizontal initiative activities
- Theme 4 details
- Theme 4 horizontal initiative activities
- Total spending, all themes (dollars)
Lead department: Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)
Federal partner organizations: Global Affairs Canada (GAC), Transport Canada (TC)
Start date: September 10, 2019
End date: 2030
Description: The Arctic and Northern Policy Framework (ANPF) is a long-term vision that reflects the needs and priorities of the Arctic and northern region/peoples. The ANPF was created with key partners and feedback collected during engagement with regional stakeholders to identify and address opportunities and gaps. Achieving these goals will be a shared responsibility across numerous federal departments and agencies, and with our co-development partners. Policy coverage for the ANPF was obtained in June 2019. Canada's commitment to co-developing the ANPF with territorial, Indigenous and provincial partners moved Canada towards a modern and long-term approach to policy development based on collaboration, flexibility and reconciliation. This approach will ensure that Arctic and northern partners are shaping Canada's short, medium and long-term priorities, policies and programs and will improve coordination of regional investments and activities.
There have been a number of findings, reports and studies recently completed that support the suite of post-secondary education in the North initiatives, such as, but not limited to, the post-secondary education study completed by the Nunavut Government, the review of Aurora College in the Northwest Territories, the work completed by Mary Simon the Minister's Special Representative responsible for leading an engagement and providing advice on the development of a new Shared Arctic Leadership Model; and Statistics Canada's post-secondary education completeness and job-readiness rates. The results demonstrated: the demand for an increase in post-secondary education in the North; a focus on northern specific content; and the importance of making education the cornerstone of the ANPF as the key to healthy people and social and economic progress, which this suite of post-secondary education in the North addresses and supports.
Governance structures: Broader reporting for the ANPF may be done through annual parliamentary reports and through other means chosen by each respective department. The Horizontal Results Framework will be reported in the Departmental Plan and Departmental Results Report of the lead Department (CIRNAC) and will be implemented through the existing horizontal governance structures, such as but not limited to the Ad Hoc Committee of Deputy Ministers on the Arctic; Assistant Deputy Ministers Coordinating Committee on the Arctic; and Director Generals Committee on the Arctic. The senior Arctic committees of the Government of Canada will play a pivotal role, as the Horizontal Initiative Oversight Committee, in ensuring horizontal results monitoring and assessment, reporting, and gathering a consistent set of data is being effectively undertaken.
For the Ad Hoc Committee of Deputy Ministers on the Arctic, the current chairs, CIRNAC and the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, will continue as per the established terms of reference. CIRNAC will continue to be the lead department for the subcommittees and working groups established to support the committees, such as the established whole-of-government working group. This working group and any subcommittees will work collaboratively to ensure the development of results and resource frameworks, data collection and consolidation, and monitoring of performance indicators, unforeseen issues and course corrections that arise during the life of these initiatives and communication strategies.
As TC and GAC are partner departments, along with other departments and agencies such as the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, they will continue their participation in establishing the governance structure, and the financial parameters for the horizontal initiative, provide a complete list to CIRNAC of their activities that are connected to the horizontal initiative; and provide information on relevant departmental activities as required by the Oversight Committee to implement their respective activities connected to the horizontal initiative.
Through collaboration and co-development, CIRNAC has achieved a shared vision with our partners where northern and Arctic peoples are thriving, strong and safe. It is with this spirit of collaboration that CIRNAC will continue to move forward, through co-developed implementation plans that make federal investments more strategic, responsive and effective. Many of the policy levers to affect these outcomes are outside of federal jurisdiction, or in areas of shared jurisdiction. These plans, and related federal investments, will inform the expansion of the Horizontal Results Framework; as new initiatives are developed and implemented with co-development partners, new indicators related to initiatives brought forward by diverse departments and agencies will also be added. This is expected to be an ongoing, progressive and whole-of-government process, including regular engagement with and reports to Treasury Board. Timelines for these regular engagements will be confirmed as the current phase of co-development is completed, and as new initiatives are brought forward for approval.
Total federal funding allocated (start to end date):
CIRNAC: $39,970,000
TC: $400,000,000
GAC: $35,900,000 over 5 years and $8.0M ongoingFootnote 1
Total federal planned spending to date:
CIRNAC: $1,064,408
TC: $0
GAC: $0
Total federal actual spending to date:
CIRNAC: $120,500
TC: $0
GAC: $0
Date of last renewal of the horizontal initiative: Not applicable
Total federal funding allocated at the last renewal and source of funding: Not applicable
Additional federal funding received after the last renewal: Not applicable
Total planned spending since the last renewal: Not applicable
Total actual spending since the last renewal: Not applicable
Fiscal year of planned completion of next evaluation: Not applicable
Planning highlights
CIRNAC: In 2021–22, CIRNAC will continue to advance the co-development and co-implementation of ANPF initiatives with Indigenous, territorial, and provincial partners and other government departments and agencies.
- Supporting the Task Force on Northern Post-Secondary Education in bringing forward recommendations for post-secondary education in the region.
- Enhancing the Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning to facilitate access to and success in higher education for Indigenous and northern students.
- Work towards the construction of the Yukon University Science Building.
The co-implementation of the ANPF with partners will continue through a co-developed national governance structure. In 2021–22, CIRNAC will continue to work with partners to define regional governance approaches for the ANPF.
CIRNAC will continue to chair senior management whole-of-government committees and all partners' meetings to facilitate the coordination and implementation of the ANPF.
TC: For 2021–22, it is anticipated that TC will formally launch the Arctic Transportation Policy Framework (ATPF) and will roll out an "Arctic and northern lens" to ensure that northern realities are considered across departmental policies, programs, and regulations. Sustained engagement with northern partners will continue and further inform TC's northern efforts, both intra- and inter-departmentally. This engagement will include annual workshops on specific transportation topics to identify needs and gaps; research projects will be funded to support these workshops and build capacity in the North.
The National Trade Corridors Fund (NTCF) Arctic and northern call for proposals closed on March 15, 2021, and will allocate up to $400 million in funding to eligible recipients to address the unique transportation needs of Arctic and northern communities. Proposal evaluations are ongoing, and funding decisions are expected in Spring / Summer 2021.
In 2021–22, TC will announce funding decisions and enter into contribution agreements with successful applicants.
GAC: The planned initiatives for 2021–22:
- Contribute to the work of the Arctic Council's working groups and task forces
- Establish of a Canadian-based permanent secretariat for the Sustainable Development Working Group
- Provide funding to strengthen the capacity of the Canada-based Indigenous Permanent Participants to engage in Arctic Council projects
- Enhance opportunities for youth engagement in the development and implementation of Canada's international Arctic policy and programming
- Contribute to increase the University of the Arctic's activities and programming in Canada's Arctic and North
Contact information
CIRNAC
Wayne Walsh, Director General, Northern Strategic Policy Branch
Northern Affairs Organization
15 Eddy Street, Gatineau, Quebec K1A 0H4
Telephone: 819-994-6466
Wayne.Walsh@canada.ca
TC
James McCrea
330 Sparks Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 0N5
Telephone: 613-712-2329
james.b.mccrea@tc.gc.ca
cc: Laura Hoy (laura.hoy@tc.gc.ca) and Anne-Marie Croux (anne-marie.croux@tc.gc.ca)
GAC
Mélanie Lambert, Program Manager, Arctic and Indigenous Programming Unit
Nordic and Polar Relations
125 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 0G2
Telephone: 343-551-7241
melanie.lambert@international.gc.ca
Horizontal initiative framework: departmental funding by theme (dollars)
| Name of theme | Theme outcomes | CIRNAC | TC | GACFootnote b |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Arctic and northern Indigenous peoples are resilient and healthy | Northern Indigenous peoples have achieved post-education level comparable to other Canadians Increased contributions to international Arctic research, discussions, and events by northern Canadians, including Indigenous peoples, women and youth |
$1,000,000 Task Force on Post-Secondary Education in the North |
Not applicable | $12,585,715 Global Arctic Leadership Initiative (GALI) |
| Knowledge and understanding guides decision making | Indigenous-based knowledge is increased through supported scientific and innovative research | $12,970,000 Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning |
Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Strengthened infrastructure that closes gaps with other regions of Canada | Closing the gaps in availability of post-secondary education infrastructure, with focus on science NTCF Budget 2019 funding for Arctic and northern regions will:
|
$26,000,000Footnote a Yukon University Science Building |
$1,200,000 ATPF $398,800,000 NTCF Budget 2019 funding for Arctic and northern regions |
Not applicable |
| An international rules-based order in the Arctic that responds effectively to new challenges and opportunities | Increased contributions in international Arctic decision-making by northern Canadians, including Indigenous peoples, women and youth Enhanced Canadian engagement in strengthening international Arctic forums, including at the Arctic Council in areas of human, social, economic development and environmental protection |
Not applicable | Not applicable | $22,458,368 GALI |
| Internal Services | Not applicable | $0 | $952,442 | $888,116 |
Planning information
Horizontal initiative overview
Name of horizontal initiative: Arctic and Northern Policy Framework
Total federal funding allocated: $475,014,083
2021–22 planned spending: $30,354,325
Horizontal initiative shared outcome: Strong, self-reliant people and communities working together for a vibrant, prosperous and sustainable Arctic region at home and abroad, while expressing Canada's enduring Arctic sovereignty.
| Departments | Performance indicators | Targets | Dates to achieve targets |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIRNAC | Community well-being as a result of an increase in access to post-secondary education opportunities in the North and Arctic | Increase Community Well-Being Index to 72 (2016 baseline: 67) | 2029 |
| GAC | Indicator 1: Level of well-being of the communities in the Canadian territories (based on the Community Well-Being Index Score) | An increase in the score for each of these communities (2016 baseline: Inuit communities 60.7; First Nations communities 66.3; Non-Indigenous communities 81.4) |
2024 |
| Indicator 2: Equitability of the score of the well-being of the communities in the Canadian territories (based on the Community Well-Being Index Score) | A decrease in the difference between the scores in these communities (2016 baseline: Inuit communities 60.7 ; First Nations communities 66.3 ; Non-Indigenous communities 81.4) |
2024 | |
| TC | To be confirmed following assessment and selection of project proposals by the Minister of Transport as part of a merit-based call for proposalsFootnote a | To be confirmed by Fall 2021 | To be confirmed by Fall 2021 |
Theme 1 details
Name of theme: Canadian Arctic and Northern Indigenous peoples are resilient and healthy
Total federal theme funding allocated: $1,000,000 (CIRNAC), $12,585,715 (GAC)
2021–22 federal theme planned spending: $500,000 (CIRNAC), $2,875,000 (GAC)
| Theme outcomes | Theme performance indicators | Theme targets | Dates to achieve theme targets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Indigenous peoples have achieved post-education level comparable to other Canadians | Difference between the percentage of northern / Indigenous adults (aged 25 to 64) with a post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree and the percentage of other Canadian adults (aged 25 to 64) with a post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree | Will be developed based on the 2021 Census | Will be developed based on the 2021 CensusFootnote a |
| Increased contributions to international Arctic research, discussions, and events by northern Canadians, including Indigenous peoples, women and youth | Number of Canadians (men/women, Indigenous, youth) participating in international Arctic research, discussions and events | Will be estimated by the end of 2020–21 based on discussions with external partners | Will be estimated by the end of 2020–21 based on discussions with external partners |
Theme 1 horizontal initiative activities
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
Link to department's program inventory: Northern Strategic and Science Policy
Horizontal initiative activity: Establish a Task Force on Post-Secondary Education in the North
Total federal funding allocated to the horizontal initiative activity: $1,000,000
2021–22 planned spending for the horizontal initiative activity: $500,000
| 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity expected result | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity performance indicator | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity target | Date to achieve horizontal initiative activity target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independent advice from a youth perspective on closing gaps (North/South, Indigenous/Non-Indigenous) in post-secondary education attainment in the North | A final report containing a set of recommendations | 3-5 actionable recommendations for government intervention | March 31, 2022 |
Global Affairs Canada
Link to department's program inventory: Europe, Arctic, Middle East and Maghreb Policy & Diplomacy
Horizontal initiative activity: Developing a youth engagement strategy
Total federal funding allocated to the horizontal initiative activity: $6,400,000
2021–22 planned spending for the horizontal initiative activity: $1,525,000
| 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity expected result | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity performance indicators | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity targets | Dates to achieve horizontal initiative activity targets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enhanced access for Canadian Arctic and northern youth to participate in international Arctic policy and programming | Number of Canadian Arctic and northern youth (men/women, Indigenous) provided with support to participate in international Arctic policy and programming | Will be estimated by the end of year 2020–21 once discussions start with external partners | Will be estimated by the end of 2020–21 once discussions start with external partners |
| Level of satisfaction with support (5 = perfectly satisfied, 4 = very satisfied, 3 = satisfied, 2 = not satisfied, 1 = very dissatisfied, 0 = completely dissatisfied) | 80% of youth rate satisfaction with support at 3 or higher | March 31, 2022 | |
| Proportion of GALI initiatives involving youth that focus on health, resiliency and engagement in the northern and Arctic communities | Each year, at least 80% of the GALI initiatives involving youth will focus on health, resiliency and engagement in the northern and Arctic communities | March 31, 2022 |
Horizontal initiative activity: Creating opportunities for Indigenous peoples to be active in circumpolar higher education and research cooperation
Total federal funding allocated to the horizontal initiative activity: $6,185,715
2021–22 planned spending for the horizontal initiative activity: $1,350,000
| 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity expected result | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity performance indicators | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity targets | Dates to achieve horizontal initiative activity targets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Increased participation of northern Canadians, including Indigenous peoples, with UArctic education and research programs | Number of Canadian institutions, students (men/women), and communities participating in knowledge exchange related to Arctic human, social, economic development and environmental protection | 25-50 over 5 years (institutions: 5-10; students: 15‑30; communities: 5‑10) |
March 2026 |
| Level of satisfaction of Indigenous participants with the level of participation or inclusion of Indigenous perspective (5 = perfectly satisfied, 4 = very satisfied, 3 = satisfied, 2 = not satisfied, 1 = very dissatisfied, 0 = completely dissatisfied) | Increase ratings year over year (to be determined) | To be determined |
Theme 2 details
Name of theme: Knowledge and understanding guides decision making
Total federal theme funding allocated: $12,970,000
2021–22 federal theme planned spending: $3,754,288
| Theme outcome | Theme performance indicator | Theme target | Date to achieve theme target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indigenous-based knowledge is increased through supported scientific and innovative research | Number of citations as a proportion of publications written by a Dechinta Centre affiliated researcher | To be determined once the baseline is established in December 2021 | To be determined once the baseline is established in December 2021Footnote a |
Theme 2 horizontal initiative activities
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
Link to department's program inventory: Northern Strategic and Science Policy
Horizontal initiative activity: Enhance the Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning
Total federal funding allocated to the horizontal initiative activity: $12,970,000
2021–22 planned spending for the horizontal initiative activity: $3,754,288
| 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity expected result | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity performance indicator | 021–22 horizontal initiative activity target | Date to achieve horizontal initiative activity target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indigenous-based knowledge is increased through supported scientific and innovative research | Number of citations as a proportion of publications written by a Dechinta Centre affiliated researcher | To be determined once the baseline is established in December 2021 | To be determined once the baseline is established in December 2021 |
Theme 3 details
Name of theme: Strengthened infrastructure that closes gaps with other regions of Canada
Total federal theme funding allocated: $426,000,000
2021–22 federal theme planned spending: $8,000,000 (CIRNAC), $10,000,000 (TC)
| Theme outcome | Theme performance indicator | Theme target | Dates to achieve theme targets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closing the gaps in availability of post-secondary education infrastructure, with focus on science | CIRNAC: Percentage increase in the enrollment of students in science-based programs at Yukon University | 50% | March 2030 |
NTCF Budget 2019 funding for Arctic and northern regions will:
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TC:
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Theme 3 horizontal initiative activities
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
Link to department's program inventory: Northern Strategic and Science Policy
Horizontal initiative activity: Construct the Yukon University Science Building
Total federal funding allocated to the horizontal initiative activity: $26,000,000
2021–22 planned spending for the horizontal initiative activity: $8,000,000
| 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity expected result | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity performance indicator |
2021–22 horizontal initiative activity target |
Date to achieve horizontal initiative activity target |
|---|---|---|---|
Yukon College transition to a university is supported |
A fully functional and ready to use science building at Yukon University |
Science building is commissioned |
2024 |
Transport Canada
Link to department's program inventory: National Trade Corridors Fund (NTCF)
Horizontal initiative activity: Implementation of targeted studies to better understand northern transportation needs and gaps, and to ensure priorities are well aligned with current and future northern funding initiatives, including the NTCF
Total federal funding allocated to the horizontal initiative activity: $1,120,000 (estimated)
2021–22 planned spending for the horizontal initiative activity: $140,000 (estimated)
| 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity expected result | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity performance indicator | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity target | Date to achieve horizontal initiative activity target |
|---|---|---|---|
| A strategic departmental approach which supports a strong Arctic transportation system, and bolsters social and economic opportunities in the North | Number of studies funded | To be determined by Fall 2021 | To be determined by Fall 2021 |
| Percentage of studies associated with actual infrastructure builds | To be determined by Fall 2021 | To be determined by Fall 2021 |
Horizontal initiative activity: Annual engagement sessions with northern partners on transportation themes/priorities
Total federal funding allocated to the horizontal initiative activity: $80,000 (estimated)
2021–22 planned spending for the horizontal initiative activity: $10,000 (estimated)
2021–22 horizontal initiative activity expected result |
2021–22 horizontal initiative activity performance indicator | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity target | Date to achieve horizontal initiative activity target |
|---|---|---|---|
| A strategic departmental approach which supports a strong Arctic transportation system, and bolsters social and economic opportunities in the North | # of meetings with transportation departments, Indigenous groups, and industry stakeholders in Arctic and northern regions | 1 annual meeting each year (2020–21 to 2027–28) |
March 31, 2022 |
Horizontal initiative activity: Investments into nationally-significant transportation infrastructure projects including, but not limited to, roads, rail lines and rail facilities, airports, sea ports and other marine infrastructure. Exact breakdown of these investments will be determined by Fall 2021.
Total federal funding allocated to the horizontal initiative activity: $398,800,000
2021–22 planned spending for the horizontal initiative activity: $29,895,000
| 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity expected result | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity performance indicator | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity target | Date to achieve horizontal initiative activity target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Improvements and new construction of infrastructure assets (road, rail, air, marine) in Canada's Arctic and northern regions – To be determined by Fall 2021, following assessment and selection of project proposals by the Minister of Transport as part of a merit-based call for proposals | To be determined by Fall 2021 following selection of projects for funding as part of call for proposals | To be determined by Fall 2021 following selection of projects for funding as part of call for proposals | To be determined by Fall 2021 following selection of projects for funding as part of call for proposals |
Theme 4 details
Name of theme: An international rules-based order in the Arctic that responds effectively to new challenges and opportunities
Total federal theme funding allocated: $22,458,368
2021–22 federal theme planned spending: $5,225,037
| Theme outcome | Theme performance indicator | Theme target | Dates to achieve theme targets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Increased contribution in international Arctic decision making by northern Canadians, including Indigenous peoples, women and youth | Number of times northern Canadians were supported through the Global Arctic Leadership Initiative to participate in international Arctic decision-making forums that addressed issues of importance to the Canadian Arctic and northern communities (to be disaggregated by type of meeting) | Northern Canadians will be supported to participate in more than 50 meetings per year | March 31, 2022 |
| Number of times northern Canadians are presenting inputs or positions that are used or adopted in Arctic Council decisions | 20% increase over baseline number collected in 2020–21 | March 31, 2022 | |
| Enhanced Canadian engagement in strengthening international Arctic forums, including at the Arctic Council in areas of human, social, economic development and environmental protection | Number out of total of international Arctic forums where Canadians (men/women, government, permanent participants, youth, Indigenous) are playing a leadership role | 25% increase (1 per year) in the number of international forums where Canadians are playing a leadership role | March 31, 2022 |
Theme 4 horizontal initiative activities
Global Affairs Canada
Link to department's program inventory: Europe, Arctic, Middle East and Maghreb Policy & Diplomacy
Horizontal initiative activity: Lead or co-lead Arctic Council projects that advance Canadian priorities
Total federal funding allocated to the horizontal initiative activity: $5,770,000
2021–22 planned spending for the horizontal initiative activity: $1,300,000
| 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity expected result | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity performance indicator | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity target | Date to achieve horizontal initiative activity target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Increased capacity for Canada to contribute to the Arctic Council's initiatives that benefit our North | Number out of total of Arctic Council initiatives led or co-led by Canada | 20% increase every 2 years in the number of Arctic Council initiatives that are led or co-led by Canadians | March 31, 2023 |
| Proportion out of total AC projects that advance GBA+, including issues of priority for Indigenous peoples | 20% increase in the proportion of Arctic Council projects that advance GBA+, including issues of priority for Indigenous peoples | March 31, 2023 |
Horizontal initiative activity: Establish a Canadian-based permanent secretariat for the Sustainable Development Working Group
Total federal funding allocated to the horizontal initiative activity: $6,650,000
2021–22 planned spending for the horizontal initiative activity: $1,600,000
| 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity expected result | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity performance indicator | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity target | Date to achieve horizontal initiative activity target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Increased capacity for Canada to advance the work of the Arctic Council's Sustainable Development Working Group (SDWG) | Number out of total of SDWG initiatives led or co-led by Canada that advance domestic interests | 100% of Canada led or co-led initiatives advance domestic interests | March 31, 2023 |
| Proportion out of total SDWG projects that advance GBA+, including issues of priority for Indigenous peoples | 20% increase every 2 years in the proportion of SDWG projects that advance GBA+, including issues of priority for Indigenous peoples | March 31, 2023 |
Horizontal initiative activity: Strengthen capacity of the Canadian Permanent Participants to engage in Arctic Council work
Total federal funding allocated to the horizontal initiative activity: $9,488,368
2021–22 planned spending for the horizontal initiative activity: $2,215,037
| 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity expected result | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity performance indicator | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity target | Date to achieve horizontal initiative activity target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enhanced capacity of the Canada-based Indigenous Permanent Participants to engage in Arctic foreign policy and programming | Frequency of meetings (out of total they attended) at which and instances when Canada-based Permanent Participants advocate their positions at the Arctic Council, Working Groups and Senior Arctic Officials meetings | Inuit Circumpolar Council: at least 15 per year | March 31, 2022 |
| Arctic Athabaskan Council: to be determined | To be determined | ||
| Gwitch'in Council International: to be determined | To be determined | ||
| Proportion of total prioritized international Arctic policy meetings attended by representatives of Canada-based PP (men / women / Arctic Athabaskan Council / Gwitch'in Council International / Inuit Circumpolar Council) | Permanent Participants are able to attend 80% of Arctic foreign policy and programming meetings that are a priority for them | March 31, 2022 |
Horizontal initiative activity: Communications and advocacy activities in support of the implementation of the international Arctic policy (operational funding)
Total federal funding allocated to the horizontal initiative activity: $550,000
2021–22 planned spending for the horizontal initiative activity: $110,000
| 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity expected result | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity performance indicator | 2021–22 horizontal initiative activity target | Date to achieve horizontal initiative activity target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Increased GAC capacity for communication and advocacy, including Canadian missions abroad, on Canada's international Arctic policy to domestic and international audiences | Percentage of communication products and events where GBA+ and issues of priority for Indigenous peoples are discussed | 95% of communication products and events include GBA+ and/or issues of priority for Indigenous peoples | March 31, 2022 |
| Impressions on the social media and web channels | 100,000 over 5 years | March 31, 2026 |
Total spending, all themes (dollars)
| Theme | Total federal fundingallocated | 2021–22 total federalplanned spending |
|---|---|---|
| CanadianArctic and northern Indigenous peoples are resilient and healthy | 13,585,715 | 3,375,000 |
| Knowledgeand understanding guides decision making | 12,970,000 | 3,754,288 |
| Strengthenedinfrastructure that closes gaps with other regions of Canada | 426,000,000 | 18,000,000 |
| Aninternational rules-based order in the Arctic that responds effectively tonew challenges and opportunities | 22,458,368 | 5,225,037 |
| Total, all themes | 475,014,083 | 30,354,325 |