Grants and Contributions
About this information
In June 2016, as part of the Open Government Action Plan, the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS) committed to increasing the transparency and usefulness of grants and contribution data and subsequently launched the Guidelines on the Reporting of Grants and Contributions Awards, effective April 1, 2018.
The rules and principles governing government grants and contributions are outlined in the Treasury Board Policy on Transfer Payments. Transfer payments are transfers of money, goods, services or assets made from an appropriation to individuals, organizations or other levels of government, without the federal government directly receiving goods or services in return, but which may require the recipient to provide a report or other information subsequent to receiving payment. These expenditures are reported in the Public Accounts of Canada. The major types of transfer payments are grants, contributions and \'other transfer payments\'.
Included in this category, but not to be reported under proactive disclosure of awards, are (1) transfers to other levels of government such as Equalization payments as well as Canada Health and Social Transfer payments. (2) Grants and contributions reallocated or otherwise redistributed by the recipient to third parties; and (3) information that would normally be withheld under the Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act.
$300,000.00
Dec 19, 2016
$450,000.00
Dec 16, 2016
For-profit organization
400052021
400052021
Acquisition of equipment : The project aims to increase the production capacity of the company, which specializes in the machining of metal parts.
$42,500.00
Dec 16, 2016
$599,674.00
Dec 14, 2016
This project entitled "" Actuated-Reset Shockless Hold Down & Release Mechanism "" has the following objective (s):
MDA proposes to undertake the technology development of a Hold-Down and Release Mechanism (HDRM) for the stowage of satellite and spacecraft appendages during launch that addresses two capability gaps currently encountered on all market offerings, namely:
• The ability to be easily reset on the spacecraft during ground operations or on-orbit for re-stowage of hardware.
• Near-zero shock loads upon release.
This innovative solution will eliminate the current need for replacement or refurbishment of the HDRM actuators after every use, and enable the development of higher performance, lighter payload structures that do not need to withstand high local shock values.
$354,661.00
Dec 14, 2016
This project entitled "" Satellite Refuelling Tool and Next Generation Robotic Joint Technology Research and Development "" has the following objective (s):
The MDA's proposed R&D project is the next stage in the development of Canada's on orbit servicing capabilities and technologies and the next generation of exploration missions. It leverages the technical foundation previously created through CSA's Next Generation Canadarm (NGC) program, and continues the technology development in two key areas, so as to advance the TRL and retire risks:
Design and testing of the NGC Refueling Tool to address remaining technological unknowns, including full compatibility with client fill/drain valves and tool state sensing. This development will complete the preliminary design and full functionality of the tool.
Cold temperature testing of Harmonic Drives, using load, speed, and temperature conditions consistent with on-orbit robotic applications, to address the technological unknowns of efficiency and lubrication performance in these scenarios.
$354,661.00
Dec 14, 2016
This project entitled "" Satellite Refuelling Tool and Next Generation Robotic Joint Technology Research and Development "" has the following objective (s):
The MDA's proposed R&D project is the next stage in the development of Canada's on orbit servicing capabilities and technologies and the next generation of exploration missions. It leverages the technical foundation previously created through CSA's Next Generation Canadarm (NGC) program, and continues the technology development in two key areas, so as to advance the TRL and retire risks:
Design and testing of the NGC Refueling Tool to address remaining technological unknowns, including full compatibility with client fill/drain valves and tool state sensing. This development will complete the preliminary design and full functionality of the tool.
Cold temperature testing of Harmonic Drives, using load, speed, and temperature conditions consistent with on-orbit robotic applications, to address the technological unknowns of efficiency and lubrication performance in these scenarios.
$726,298.01
Dec 13, 2016
For-profit organization
Support for the Brain Trust for the Colombian Transition
5007063026 P002374001
This project aims to produce multiple, timely analysis products, undertake strategic advocacy activities, and serve as a special advisory group as requested for all stakeholders. The project also works to ensure that the wealth of knowledge acquired during the Colombian peace talk remains available and actively engaged during the transition out of armed conflict.
Project activities include: (1) operating an expert group for Colombia, focused on providing strategic analysis and advocacy that aims to promote a successful emergence out of armed conflict in Colombia; and (2) operating a separate brain trust for Venezuela, focused on facilitating a negotiated solution to Venezuela's complex political, economic, social and security crisis.
$500,000.00
Dec 5, 2016
This project entitled "" High-Fidelity Rover Missions at Mars Analogue Sites "" has the following objective (s):
An international team made of Canadian scientists and students will investigate five (5) Mars analog sites on Earth (two (2) in Canada) that have similarities to Martian environment.
The aim is to simulate High-Fidelity Rover Mars Missions whose rely on rock samples' collection and their return to Earth. Canadian students will be involved in all aspects of the missions, from planning to execution as well as further sample and data analysis. They will also work in close collaboration with Canadian industrial partners to advance the state-of-the-art instruments development that could potentially be used on future missions to other planets.
The project will help training the next generation of Canadian students in all aspects of Mars exploration, paving the way for Canada to increase its involvement in Mars exploration and the search for life beyond Earth.
$98,617.00
Dec 5, 2016
$349,409.00
Dec 5, 2016
For-profit organization
Automated Wheelchair Repositioning Device
877646
Complete the development of a wheelchair repositioning device that will easily attach to manual wheelchairs and reposition a person from a slouched position. The device will be operated using a wireless remote control (Bluetooth), meeting all safety requirements and medical and regulatory standards.