Annual Report on Travel, Hospitality and Conference Expenditures
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions 2024 - 2025
As required by the Treasury Board Directive on Travel, Hospitality, Conference and Event Expenditures, this report provides information on travel, hospitality and conference expenditures for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025.
Travel, hospitality and conference expenditures incurred by a federal department or agency relate to activities that support the department or agency’s mandate and the government’s priorities.
Mandate:
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)’s mission is to promote the long-term economic development of the regions of Quebec by giving special attention to those where slow economic growth is prevalent or opportunities for productive employment are inadequate.
CED is the key federal organization for economic development in the regions and among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Quebec. It aims to stimulate the start-up and growth of businesses to make the regions more innovative, productive and competitive. CED thus offers adapted services and fosters local collaboration. This support also attracts investments for greater economic prosperity in Quebec and Canada.
CED plays a crucial role in dynamizing regional economies by drawing on regional strengths. We help communities diversify their economies, especially those hit by economic shocks. We support SMEs and NPOs through strategic investments.
CED offers advisory services adapted to the needs of businesses, NPOs and communities. Specialized advisors provide personalized guidance to facilitate access to funding, establish partnerships and support the growth of Quebec businesses. CED also offer information services to help small businesses and future entrepreneurs develop.
CED has three categories of programs that support its core responsibility:
• Regional Innovation
• Community Vitality
• Targeted or Temporary Support
Additional information about CED’s authority, mandate and programs can be found in the 2025–2026 Estimates and the 2025–2026 Departmental Plan.
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions Travel, Hospitality and Conference Expenditures for Year ending March 31, 2025
Expenditure category |
Expenditures for year ended March 31, 2025 ($ thousands) |
Expenditures for year ended March 31, 2024 ($ thousands) |
Variance ($ thousands) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travel | |||
Operational activities |
$325.00 |
$367.00 |
-$42.00 |
Key stakeholders |
$10.00 |
$6.00 |
$4.00 |
Internal governance |
$38.00 |
$68.00 |
-$30.00 |
Training |
$46.00 |
$48.00 |
-$2.00 |
Other |
$4.00 |
$13.00 |
-$9.00 |
| A. Total travel | $423.00 |
$502.00 |
-$79.00 |
| B. Hospitality | $25.00 |
$28.00 |
-$3.00 |
| C. Conference fees | $33.00 |
$33.00 |
$0.00 |
| Total [A+B+C] | $481.00 |
$563.00 |
-$82.00 |
| International travel by minister and minister's staff (included in travel) | $0.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |
Explanation of significant variances compared with previous fiscal year
Total travel:
Expenditures in 2024–2025 amounted to $423k. In comparison, expenditures were $502k in 2023–2024. This represents a decrease of $79k from the previous year. The Agency is participating in government-wide efforts to redirect spending toward government priorities. Travel expenditures are subject to significant restrictions.
Hospitality:
In 2024-2025, expenditures were approximately $25k. In 2023-2024, expenditures were $28k. This represents a decrease of $3k from the previous year. Expenditures are similar to the previous year, and no major changes were recorded for the fiscal year.
Conference fees:
Expenditures for 2023–2024 are identical to expenditures for 2024–2025, at $33k.Minister and minister’s exempt staff - International travel:
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