Details on Transfer Payment Programs of $5 Million or More

Pensions for Disability and Death (voted)

Start Date:

September 1, 1919

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2005–06

Strategic Outcome:

Financial, physical, and mental well-being of eligible Veterans

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture (PAA):

• 1.1 Disability and Death Compensation
  • 1.1.1 Disability Pension Benefits and Allowances

Description:

Compensation is provided in the form of monthly pensions for disability or death and/or monthly allowances to support eligible Veterans, Canadian Armed Forces Veterans and members, survivors, spouses/common-law partners, dependents and civilians whose lives have been permanently affected as a result of service to their country.

Performance indicators, targets, and results

Results achived:

1.1 Disability and Death Compensation:

Percentage of favourable disability and death compensation decisions that are made without requiring a level of review or appeal. Target was 80% with a result of 83%.

1.1.1 Disability Pension Benefits and Allowances:

• Percentage of Disability Pension applications awaiting a decision that are less than16 weeks old. Target was 80% with a result of 29%.
• Percentage of Disability Pension decisions rendered within 16 weeks. Target was 80% with a result of 59%.
• Percentage of Exceptional Incapacity Allowance decisions rendered within 12 weeks. Target was 80% with a result of 87%.

The Performance Indicators and Targets listed above are based on those provided for VAC’s 2016–17 Performance Measurement Framework.

Comments on Variance(s):

Variances between planned and actual expenditures occur due to timing differences. VAC Benefit Programs/Services are funded under quasi-statutory authority based on actual demand, therefore VAC updates its client and expenditure forecasts by program each year, based on actual results, to adjust projected trends for future demand. The 2016–17 Planned Spending amounts are based upon forecasts completed in 2015 as per the 2016–17 Report on Plans and Priorities (tabled in March 2016), and not the updated 2016 forecasts completed in fall 2016.

Audits completed or planned:

An Audit of Digitization of Service and Health Records was completed in March 2017. An audit planning engagement will begin for Disability Benefits Program in 2017-18. An audit will be completed in 2018-19. An Audit of the Death Notification Process is scheduled to be conducted in 2018-19, and an Audit of Disability Allowances is scheduled to be conducted in 2021-22.

Evaluations completed or planned:

An Evaluation of the Disability Benefits Program was completed in August 2015. The next planned evaluation is in 2019-20.

Engagements of applicants and recipients:

Veterans Affairs Canada and the Minister of Veterans Affairs hosted two face-to-face Stakeholder Summits in May and October 2016, where stakeholder organizations representing both traditional and modern-day Veterans and their families and members of the six Ministerial Advisory Groups came together to discuss Veterans issues, including the Department’s benefits and services. The six Ministerial Advisory Groups, created in early 2016 to advise the Minister on policy matters, service excellence, mental health, families, care & support, and commemoration, have held over 40 meetings and teleconferences. These Advisory Groups are composed of Veterans, spouses, representatives of stakeholder organizations, Canadian Armed Forces and subject-matter experts. At the October 2016 Stakeholder Summit, each Advisory Group presented the Minister/Department with their key priorities/recommendations and received comments and feedback from summit participants. In addition, in May 2016 the Department launched the “Have Your Say” online engagement tool for Canadians where they can provide thoughts and critical feedback on Veterans issues.

The Minister of Veterans Affairs and departmental officials also met with stakeholders, both virtually and face-to-face, in bi-lateral and multi-lateral settings, including technical briefings on new initiatives and twenty roundtables held in various locations across Canada throughout the fiscal year. Veterans Affairs Canada continued conducting outreach activities through participation in seminars such as Second Career Assistance Network (SCAN) Seminars and presentations to CAF members, sharing information with releasing members during transition interviews, and participating in events such as the Canada Army Run and Family Activity Days on Canadian Forces Bases.

Earnings Loss and Supplementary Retirement Benefit (Voted)

Start Date:

April 1, 2006

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2005–06

Strategic Outcome:

Financial, physical, and mental well-being of eligible Veterans

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture (PAA):

• 1.2 Financial Support Program
  • 1.2.1 Earnings Loss Benefit
  • 1.2.2 Permanent Impairment Allowance
  • 1.2.3 Retirement Benefits

Description:

The Earnings Loss benefit provides temporary income replacement benefits while the Canadian Forces Veteran participates in rehabilitation in preparation for employment in civilian life. Ongoing long-term income replacement benefits are provided to age 65 when the Veteran is unable to engage in any suitable employment due to total and permanent incapacity. At age 65, recipients of long-term income replacement benefits receive a lump-sum retirement benefit to compensate for lost opportunity to contribute to a retirement pension due to a career-ending or service-related disability.

Performance indicators, targets, and results

Results achived:

1.2 Financial Support Program:

• Percentage of eligible Veterans and program recipients whose family income is above the Low Income Measure (LIM). Target was 90% with a result of 94%.

1.2.1 Earning Loss Benefit:

• Percentage of Veterans completing the Rehabilitation Services and Vocational Assistance Program who report that their income during their participation in the Program was sufficient to meeting their basic living expenses, or better. Target was 80% with a result of 70%.

1.2.2 Permanent Impairment Allowance:

• Percentage of Permanent Impairment Allowance decisions rendered within 12 weeks. Target was 80% with a result of 31%.

1.2.3 Retirement Benefits:

• Percentage of Retirement Benefit decisions rendered within 4 weeks. Target was 80% with a result of 86%.

The Performance Indicators and Targets listed above are based on those provided for VAC’s 2016–17 Performance Measurement Framework.

Comments on Variance(s):

Variances between planned and actual expenditures occur due to timing differences. VAC Benefit Programs/Services are funded under quasi-statutory authority based on actual demand, therefore VAC updates its client and expenditure forecasts by program each year, based on actual results, to adjust projected trends for future demand. The 2016–17 Planned Spending amounts are based upon forecasts completed in 2015 as per the 2016–17 Report on Plans and Priorities (tabled in March 2016), and not the updated 2016 forecasts completed in fall 2016 which included Budget 2016 funding to enhance the service and benefits to Canadian Armed Forces personnel, Veterans, and their families.

Audits completed or planned:

An Audit of Financial Benefits is to be conducted in 2019-2020.

Evaluations completed or planned:

An Evaluation of the Financial Benefits Program was completed in September 2016.

Engagements of applicants and recipients:

Veterans Affairs Canada and the Minister of Veterans Affairs hosted two face-to-face Stakeholder Summits in May and October 2016, where stakeholder organizations representing both traditional and modern-day Veterans and their families and members of the six Ministerial Advisory Groups came together to discuss Veterans issues, including financial benefits. The six Ministerial Advisory Groups, created in early 2016 to advise the Minister on policy matters, service excellence, mental health, families, care & support, and commemoration, have held over 40 meetings and teleconferences. These Advisory Groups are composed of Veterans, spouses, representatives of stakeholder organizations, Canadian Armed Forces and subject-matter experts. The focus of the Policy Advisory Group is financial benefits. At the October 2016 Stakeholder Summit, each Advisory Group presented the Minister/Department with their key priorities/recommendations and received comments and feedback from summit participants. In addition, in May 2016 the Department launched the “Have Your Say” online engagement tool for Canadians where they can provide thoughts and critical feedback on Veterans issues.

The Minister of Veterans Affairs and departmental officials also met with stakeholders, both virtually and face-to-face, in bi-lateral and multi-lateral settings, including technical briefings on new initiatives and twenty roundtables held in various locations across Canada throughout the fiscal year. Veterans Affairs Canada continued conducting outreach activities through participation in seminars such as Second Career Assistance Network (SCAN) Seminars and presentations to CAF members, sharing information with releasing members during transition interviews, and participating in events such as the Canada Army Run and Family Activity Days on Canadian Forces Bases.

Disability Awards and Allowances (Voted)

Start Date:

April 1, 2006

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2005–06

Strategic Outcome:

Financial, physical, and mental well-being of eligible Veterans

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture (PAA):

• 1.1 Disability and Death Compensation
  • 1.1.2 Disability Awards, Critical Injury and Death Benefits

Description:

Compensation is provided in the form of monetary awards for disability or death and/or monthly allowances for eligible Canadian Armed Forces members and Veterans, and in some cases surviving spouses/common-law partners and surviving dependent children, for death, detention and the non-economic effects of service-related disability including pain and suffering, functional loss and the effects of permanent impairment on the lives of members, Veterans and their families.

Performance indicators, targets, and results

Results achieved:

1.1. Disability and Death Compensation:

• Percentage of favourable disability and death compensation decisions that are made without requiring a level of review or appeal. Target was 80% with a result of 83%.

1.1.2 Disability Awards, Critical Injury and Death Benefits:

• Percentage of Disability Award applications awaiting a decision that are less than16 weeks old. Target was 80% with a result of 26%.
• Percentage of Disability Award decisions rendered within 16 weeks. Target was 80% with a result of 40%.
• Percentage of Critical Injury Benefit decisions rendered within 12 weeks. Target was 80% with a result of 48%.

The Performance Indicators and Targets listed above are based on those provided for VAC’s 2016–17 Performance Measurement Framework.

Comments on Variance(s):

Variances between planned and actual expenditures occur due to timing differences. VAC Benefit Programs/Services are funded under quasi-statutory authority based on actual demand, therefore VAC updates its client and expenditure forecasts by program each year, based on actual results, to adjust projected trends for future demand. The 2016–17 Planned Spending amounts are based upon forecasts completed in 2015 as per the 2016–17 Report on Plans and Priorities (tabled in March 2016), and not the updated 2016 forecasts completed in fall 2016.

Audits completed or planned:

An Audit of Digitization of Service and Health Records was completed in March 2017. An audit planning engagement will begin for Disability Benefits Program in 2017-18. An audit will be completed in 2018-19. An Audit of the Death Notification Process is scheduled to be conducted in 2018-19, and an Audit of Disability Allowances is scheduled to be conducted in 2021-22.

Evaluations completed or planned:

An Evaluation of the Disability Benefits Program was completed in August 2015. The next planned evaluation is in 2019-20.

Engagements of applicants and recipients:

Veterans Affairs Canada and the Minister of Veterans Affairs hosted two face-to-face Stakeholder Summits in May and October 2016, where stakeholder organizations representing both traditional and modern-day Veterans and their families and members of the six Ministerial Advisory Groups came together to discuss Veterans issues, including the Department’s benefits and services. The six Ministerial Advisory Groups, created in early 2016 to advise the Minister on policy matters, service excellence, mental health, families, care & support, and commemoration, have held over 40 meetings and teleconferences. These Advisory Groups are composed of Veterans, spouses, representatives of stakeholder organizations, Canadian Armed Forces and subject-matter experts. At the October 2016 Stakeholder Summit, each Advisory Group presented the Minister/Department with their key priorities/recommendations and received comments and feedback from summit participants. In addition, in May 2016 the Department launched the “Have Your Say” online engagement tool for Canadians where they can provide thoughts and critical feedback on Veterans issues.

The Minister of Veterans Affairs and departmental officials also met with stakeholders, both virtually and face-to-face, in bi-lateral and multi-lateral settings, including technical briefings on new initiatives and twenty roundtables held in various locations across Canada throughout the fiscal year. Veterans Affairs Canada continued conducting outreach activities through participation in seminars such as Second Career Assistance Network (SCAN) Seminars and presentations to CAF members, sharing information with releasing members during transition interviews, and participating in events such as the Canada Army Run and Family Activity Days on Canadian Forces Bases.

War Veterans Allowances and Civilian War Allowances (Voted)

Start Date:

September 1, 1930

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2005–06

Strategic Outcome:

Financial, physical, and mental well-being of eligible Veterans

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture (PAA):

• 1.2 Financial Support Program
  • 1.2.5 War Veterans Allowance

Description:

The War Veterans Allowance (WVA) is a form of financial assistance available to eligible Veterans, qualified civilians and their survivors, dependants and orphans. In recognition of war service, qualified persons are provided with regular, monthly income to meet basic needs. WVA is based on income, domestic status and number of dependants. Recipients are paid at a single, married or orphan’s rate. Payments are indexed annually to the CPI. Eligibility for WVA is determined by the wartime service of a Veteran or qualified civilian, age or health, income or residency.

Performance indicators, targets, and results

Results achieved:

1.2 Financial Support Program:

• Percentage of eligible Veterans and program recipients whose family income is above the Low Income Measure (LIM). Target was 90% with a result of 94%.

 

1.2.5 War Veterans Allowance:

• Percentage of War Veterans Allowance decisions rendered within 4 weeks. Target was 80% with a result of 75%.

The Performance Indicators and Targets listed above are based on those provided for VAC’s 2016–17 Performance Measurement Framework.

Comments on Variance(s):

N/A

Audits completed or planned:

No audits are currently scheduled for the near or medium term.

Evaluations completed or planned:

An Evaluation of the War Veterans Allowance Program was completed in March 2014. The next planned evaluation is in 2018-19.

Engagements of applicants and recipients:

Veterans Affairs Canada and the Minister of Veterans Affairs hosted two face-to-face Stakeholder Summits in May and October 2016, where stakeholder organizations representing both traditional and modern-day Veterans and their families and members of the six Ministerial Advisory Groups came together to discuss Veterans issues, including financial benefits. The six Ministerial Advisory Groups, created in early 2016 to advise the Minister on policy matters, service excellence, mental health, families, care & support, and commemoration, have held over 40 meetings and teleconferences. These Advisory Groups are composed of Veterans, spouses, representatives of stakeholder organizations, Canadian Armed Forces and subject-matter experts. At the October 2016 Stakeholder Summit, each Advisory Group presented the Minister/Department with their key priorities/recommendations and received comments and feedback from summit participants. In addition, in May 2016 the Department launched the “Have Your Say” online engagement tool for Canadians where they can provide thoughts and critical feedback on Veterans issues.

The Minister of Veterans Affairs and departmental officials also met with stakeholders, both virtually and face-to-face, in bi-lateral and multi-lateral settings, including technical briefings on new initiatives and twenty roundtables held in various locations across Canada throughout the fiscal year. Veterans Affairs Canada continued conducting outreach activities through participation in seminars such as Second Career Assistance Network (SCAN) Seminars and presentations to CAF members, sharing information with releasing members during transition interviews, and participating in events such as the Canada Army Run and Family Activity Days on Canadian Forces Bases.

Veterans Independence Program (VIP) (Voted)

Start Date:

1981

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Contribution

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2012–13

Strategic Outcome:

Financial, physical, and mental well-being of eligible Veterans

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture (PAA):

• 1.3 Health Care Program and Re-establishment Services
  • 1.3.3 Intermediate and Long Term Care
  • 1.3.4 Veterans Independence Program

Description:

The Department’s Veterans Independence Program is a national home care program that assists eligible clients to remain independent in their own homes or communities by offering a variety of programs and services, such as housekeeping, grounds maintenance, and personal care.

Performance indicators, targets, and results

Results achieved:

1.3 Health Care Program and Re-establishment Services:

• Percentage of Veterans in receipt of the Veterans Independence Program who remain in their homes. Target was 90% with a result of 94%.
• Percentage of payments made directly to providers through use of the Veterans Health Care Card (reducing out of pocket expenses for Veterans). Target was 80% with a result of 98%.

1.3.3 Intermediate and Long Term Care:

• Percentage of Long Term Care decisions completed within 10 weeks. Target was 80% with a result of 45%.

1.3.4 Veterans Independence Program:

• Percentage of Veterans Independence Program recipients who rely on the program to remain in their homes. Target was 80% with a result of 99%.
• Percentage of Veterans Independence Program recipients who report that the Veterans Independence Program meets their needs. Target was 80% with a result of 82%.

The Performance Indicators and Targets listed above are based on those provided for VAC’s 2016–17 Performance Measurement Framework.

Comments on Variance(s):

Variances between planned and actual expenditures occur due to timing differences. VAC Benefit Programs/Services are funded under quasi-statutory authority based on actual demand, therefore VAC updates its client and expenditure forecasts by program each year, based on actual results, to adjust projected trends for future demand. The 2016–17 Planned Spending amounts are based upon forecasts completed in 2015 as per the 2016–17 Report on Plans and Priorities (tabled in March 2016), and not the updated 2016 forecasts completed in fall 2016.

Audits completed or planned:

An audit of the Veterans Independence Program Annual Follow-up was completed in 2015. An Audit of the Veterans Independence Program Grant Determination Model/Veterans Independence Program Assessments is scheduled to be conducted in 2020-2021.

Evaluations completed or planned:

An Evaluation of the Veterans Independence Program was completed in August 2016. An Evaluation of the Intermediate and Long Term Care Programs was completed in January 2014. The next planned evaluation for this program is in 2018-19.

Engagements of applicants and recipients:

Veterans Affairs Canada and the Minister of Veterans Affairs hosted two face-to-face Stakeholder Summits in May and October 2016, where stakeholder organizations representing both traditional and modern-day Veterans and their families and members of the six Ministerial Advisory Groups came together to discuss Veterans issues, including financial benefits. The six Ministerial Advisory Groups, created in early 2016 to advise the Minister on policy matters, service excellence, mental health, families, care & support, and commemoration, have held over 40 meetings and teleconferences. These Advisory Groups are composed of Veterans, spouses, representatives of stakeholder organizations, Canadian Armed Forces and subject-matter experts. The focus of the Care and Support Advisory Group includes the Veterans Independence Program. At the October 2016 Stakeholder Summit, each Advisory Group presented the Minister/Department with their key priorities/recommendations and received comments and feedback from summit participants. In addition, in May 2016 the Department launched the “Have Your Say” online engagement tool for Canadians where they can provide thoughts and critical feedback on Veterans issues.

The Minister of Veterans Affairs and departmental officials also met with stakeholders, both virtually and face-to-face, in bi-lateral and multi-lateral settings, including technical briefings on new initiatives and twenty roundtables held in various locations across Canada throughout the fiscal year. Veterans Affairs Canada continued conducting outreach activities through participation in seminars such as Second Career Assistance Network (SCAN) Seminars and presentations to CAF members, sharing information with releasing members during transition interviews, and participating in events such as the Canada Army Run and Family Activity Days on Canadian Forces Bases.

Housekeeping and Grounds Maintenance (VIP) (Voted)

Start Date:

January 1, 2013

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2012–13

Strategic Outcome:

Financial, physical, and mental well-being of eligible Veterans

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture (PAA):

• 1.3 Health Care Program and Re-establishment Services
  • 1.3.4 Veterans Independence Program

Description:

The Housekeeping and Grounds Maintenance grant provides assistance to eligible clients to remain independent in their own homes or communities by providing payments for housekeeping and grounds maintenance services.

Performance indicators, targets, and results

Results achieved:

1.3 Health Care Program and Re-establishment Services:

• Percentage of Veterans in receipt of the Veterans Independence Program who remain in their homes. Target was 90% with a result of 94%.
• Percentage of payments made directly to providers through use of the Veterans Health Care Card (reducing out of pocket expenses for Veterans). Target was 80% with a result of 98%.

1.3.4 Veterans Independence Program:

• Percentage of Veterans Independence Program recipients who rely on the program to remain in their homes. Target was 80% with a result of 99%.
• Percentage of Veterans Independence Program recipients who report that the Veterans Independence Program meets their needs. Target was 80% with a result of 82%.

The Performance Indicators and Targets listed above are based on those provided for VAC’s 2016–17 Performance Measurement Framework.

Comments on Variance(s):

Variances between planned and actual expenditures occur due to timing differences. VAC Benefit Programs/Services are funded under quasi-statutory authority based on actual demand, therefore VAC updates its client and expenditure forecasts by program each year, based on actual results, to adjust projected trends for future demand. The 2016–17 Planned Spending amounts are based upon forecasts completed in 2015 as per the 2016–17 Report on Plans and Priorities (tabled in March 2016), and not the updated 2016 forecasts completed in fall 2016.

Audits completed or planned:

An audit of the Veterans Independence Program Annual Follow-up was completed in 2015. An Audit of the Veterans Independence Program Grant Determination Model/Veterans Independence Program Assessments is scheduled to be conducted in 2020-2021.

Evaluations completed or planned:

An Evaluation of the Veterans Independence Program was completed in August 2016.

Engagements of applicants and recipients:

Veterans Affairs Canada and the Minister of Veterans Affairs hosted two face-to-face Stakeholder Summits in May and October 2016, where stakeholder organizations representing both traditional and modern-day Veterans and their families and members of the six Ministerial Advisory Groups came together to discuss Veterans issues, including financial benefits. The six Ministerial Advisory Groups, created in early 2016 to advise the Minister on policy matters, service excellence, mental health, families, care & support, and commemoration, have held over 40 meetings and teleconferences. These Advisory Groups are composed of Veterans, spouses, representatives of stakeholder organizations, Canadian Armed Forces and subject-matter experts. The focus of the Care and Support Advisory Group includes the Veterans Independence Program. At the October 2016 Stakeholder Summit, each Advisory Group presented the Minister/Department with their key priorities/recommendations and received comments and feedback from summit participants. In addition, in May 2016 the Department launched the “Have Your Say” online engagement tool for Canadians where they can provide thoughts and critical feedback on Veterans issues.

The Minister of Veterans Affairs and departmental officials also met with stakeholders, both virtually and face-to-face, in bi-lateral and multi-lateral settings, including technical briefings on new initiatives and twenty roundtables held in various locations across Canada throughout the fiscal year. Veterans Affairs Canada continued conducting outreach activities through participation in seminars such as Second Career Assistance Network (SCAN) Seminars and presentations to CAF members, sharing information with releasing members during transition interviews, and participating in events such as the Canada Army Run and Family Activity Days on Canadian Forces Bases.

Last Post Fund (Voted)

Start Date:

N/A

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2016–17

Strategic Outcome:

Canadians remember and demonstrate their recognition of all those who served in Canada’s efforts during war, military conflict and peace

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture (PAA):

• 2.1 Canada Remembers Program
  • 2.1.4 Funeral and Burial Program

Description:

The Last Post Fund (LPF) is a non-profit corporation that administers the Funeral and Burial Program for Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC).

Performance indicators, targets, and results

Results achieved:

2.1 Canada Remembers Program:

• Percentage of Canadians who feel that VAC's remembrance programming effectively honours Veterans and those who died in service, and preserves the memory of their achievements and sacrifices. Target was 70% with a result of 76%.

2.1.4 Funeral and Burial Program:

• Percentage of times that decisions are made and payments are processed for means-tested funeral and burial benefits within the published service standard of 30 calendar days. Target was 80% with a result of 89%.

The Performance Indicators and Targets listed above are based on those provided for VAC’s 2016–17 Performance Measurement Framework.

Comments on Variance(s):

Variances between planned and actual expenditures occur due to timing differences. VAC Benefit Programs/Services are funded under quasi-statutory authority based on actual demand, therefore VAC updates its client and expenditure forecasts by program each year, based on actual results, to adjust projected trends for future demand. The 2016–17 Planned Spending amounts are based upon forecasts completed in 2015 as per the 2016–17 Report on Plans and Priorities (tabled in March 2016), and not the updated 2016 forecasts completed in fall 2016.

Audits completed or planned:

No audits are currently scheduled for the near or medium term.

Evaluations completed or planned:

An Evaluation of Commemorative Benefits and Services was completed in March 2017.

Engagements of applicants and recipients:

National meetings specific to the LPF are held with VAC officials on a regular basis to discuss issues surrounding these files. In addition, The Director General, Commemoration, sits on the Governing Council and the Executive Committee of the LPF. The Department also engages this organization through regular correspondence.

Commonwealth War Graves Commission (Voted)

Start Date:

N/A

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Grant

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

N/A

Strategic Outcome:

Canadians remember and demonstrate their recognition of all those who served in Canada’s efforts during war, military conflict and peace.

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture (PAA):

• 2.1 Canada Remembers Program
  • 2.1.3 Memorials and Cemetery Maintenance

Description:

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) was established by Royal Charter in 1917. Its duties are to mark and maintain the graves of the members of the forces of the Commonwealth who were killed in the two World Wars, to build memorials to those who have no known grave and to keep records and registers of Canadian war dead. VAC maintains Canadian war graves and cemeteries through a partnership with the CWGC. There are 110,358 Canadian war dead commemorated in 75 countries around the world, including Canada.

Performance indicators, targets, and results

Results achieved:

• The CWGC provides VAC with an annual report that outlines the work accomplished for Canada.

NOTE: VAC’s 2016–17 Performance Measurement Framework does not include a performance indicator or target specific to this transfer payment program.

Comments on Variance(s):

The variance between planned spending and actual spending in 2016–17 is a result of fluctuations in exchange rates in effect at the time payments are rendered. Forecasts are updated annually and future planned spending amounts will be adjusted accordingly.

Audits completed or planned:

No audits are currently scheduled for the near or medium term.

Evaluations completed or planned:

An Evaluation of Commemorative Benefits and Services was completed in March 2017 and an Evaluation of Public Awareness and Recognition is currently underway.

Engagements of applicants and recipients:

National and international meetings specific to the CWGC are held with VAC officials on a regular basis to discuss issues surrounding these files. The Department also engages this organization through regular correspondence.

Contributions under the Commemorative Partnership Program (voted)

Start Date:

June 2000

End Date:

Ongoing

Type of transfer payment:

Contribution

Type of appropriation:

This program is appropriated annually through Estimates

Fiscal year for terms and conditions:

2016–17

Strategic Outcome:

Canadians remember and demonstrate their recognition of all those who served in Canada’s efforts during war, military conflict and peace.

Link to department's Program Alignment Architecture (PAA):

• 2.1 Canada Remembers Program
  • 2.1.2 Commemorative Partnership Program

Description:

The Commemorative Partnership Program expands the reach of remembrance programming by providing financial assistance for commemorative initiatives. These initiatives are undertaken by organizations that wish to ensure that the achievements of our Veterans and the fallen are not forgotten. As a result, Canadians have more opportunities to participate in remembrance activities. This program is delivered through operating funds, as well as funding from the following transfer payments: Grant for Commemorative Partnerships and contributions under the Commemorative Partnership Program.

Performance indicators, targets, and results

Results achieved:

2.1 Canada Remembers Program:

• Percentage of Canadians who feel that VAC's remembrance programming effectively honours Veterans and those who died in service, and preserves the memory of their achievements and sacrifices. Target was 70% with a result of 76%.

2.1.2 Commemorative Partnership Program:

• Number of projects that received financial support under the Commemorative Partnership Program. Target was 225 with a result of 236.

The Performance Indicators and Targets listed above are based on those provided for VAC’s 2016–17 Performance Measurement Framework.

Comments on Variance(s):

2016–17 Planned spending did not include funding for the Invictus Games announced in Budget 2016.

Audits completed or planned:

No audits are currently scheduled for the near or medium term.

Evaluations completed or planned:

An Evaluation of Public Awareness and Recognition is currently underway.

Engagements of applicants and recipients:

The Department engages applicants and recipients by posting program information and guidelines on its website and by liaising with current funding recipients and interested parties.