Expected Result

Delivery, directly or in partnership, of Space Based EO data, products and services in response to operational and scientific user requirements in the fields of Environment, Resource and Land Use Management, and Security and Foreign Policy, supported by access capacity development.

Main Accomplishments in 2007-2008

RADARSAT-2 was successfully launched in December 2007 and the commissioning was completed in April 2008. More than 200 projects are currently preparing the utilization of the RADARSAT-2 Canadian government data allocation, valued at $445 million.

The CSA continued to ensure Canada's commitment, as an official member of the International Charter "Space and Major Disasters", to use EO satellites in response to disasters. The CSA regularly contributes RADARSAT-1 data products upon charter activation and more than 45 charter activations were supported by the CSA during the year.

Canada's SCISAT-1, launched in August 2003, continues to provide excellent data enhancing Canadian scientist's understanding of stratospheric ozone layers as well as greenhouse gases.

1. Number of RADARSAT operational users and applications.

Commercial users have utilized a total of 21,126 frames with 17 different domains of application; 10 Federal Government departments have used a total of 7,910 frames.

The Alaska Satellite Facility (ASF) has processed a total of 64,800 frames and 7,500 Interferometry products. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and National Ice Center (NIC) remained the ASF's largest clients.

2. Number of active missions supported directly or indirectly by Canada.

A total of 8 active missions and 11 missions in development were supported directly or indirectly.

3. Growth in federal government departments and agency budgets allocated to the exploitation of Space Based EO data, data derived information and services in the fields of the Environment, Resource and Land Use Management, and Security and Foreign Policy.

There were 10 federal government departments using RADARSAT EO data in 2007-2008, the same number of departments as in 2006-2007. However, the amount of RADARSAT data used by 4 of them has increased considerably.

4. Number of annual hits on the Canadian Geospatial Data Infrastructure (CGDI) related to CSA-sponsored (directly and/or indirectly) scientific and operational missions.

During fiscal year 2006-2007, the Discovery Portal of GeoConnexion received an average of 3,909 visitors per month requesting an average of 379,530 pages per month for an estimated yearly total of 47,000 visitors and 4.6 million pages.

Indicator 1 - Performance Analysis

RADARSAT data can be ordered through 4 different order desks. A total of 7,910 frames were processed at the Canadian government order desk located at the CSA and the Canadian Ice Services located at Environment Canada. The commercial order desks at MacDonald Dettwiler and Associates (MDA) and at the Alaska SAR Facility for U.S. government request are the two other order desks.

It should be noted that the number of 10 Departments does not take into account branches and divisions that are part of these departments (i.e. Canada Centre for Remote Sensing (CCRS), Canadian Forest Services (CFS), Geological Survey of Canada (GSC) are three branches of Natural Resources Canada). The largest government user of RADARSAT data is still the Canadian Ice Service of Environment Canada for ice monitoring activities. Environment Canada (EC), the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG), Transport Canada (TC), Department of National Defence (DND) and Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) are coordinating their efforts to implement ISTOP (Integrated Satellite Tracking of Polluters). By doing so, they have been more effective and have reduced their cost by sharing RADARSAT data acquired to monitor the targeted area. ISTOP became fully operational in 2006-2007 and the amount of RADARSAT data usage has increased in 2007-2008. RADARSAT data are also used successfully for applications related to crop monitoring, ship detection, wetland mapping, ocean wind field mapping, soil subsidence and soil movement monitoring, disaster monitoring and, especially, flood monitoring.

The Alaska Satellite Facility (ASF) handled data requests from the U.S. governments as part of the U.S. allocation of the RADARSAT Mission, processing a total of 64,800 frames during the 2007-2008 period. The main areas of application for the frames processed by ASF are for sea ice monitoring, wind speed determination, geological hazards, and scientific research.

MDA Geospatial Services Inc. (GSI) is responsible for the commercial sale of RADARSAT data. A total of 21,126 frames were sold by MDA for telemetry and commercial use through 1,305 orders in 2007-2008. Europe is the largest market accounting for 61%, followed by the U.S. with 15%, and the Far East with 12%. Ship detection is the main application accounting for 54% of the frames, followed closely by applications related to ice monitoring with 15%, defense applications with 13%, and oil pollution with 7%. These numbers do not include the frames ordered by Canadian government departments and agencies or processed at the Alaska Satellite facility for the U.S. government.

Indicator 2 - Performance Analysis

(Year) = Actual or projected launch date or date of completion if in the "Status" column.

* = New missions in 2007-2008

Indicator 3 - Performance Analysis

There were 10 federal government departments using RADARSAT EO data in 2007-2008. The same number of departments as in 2006-2007. The largest users are still the Canadian Ice Center of Environment Canada, Natural Resources Canada, Fisheries and Oceans, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, National Defence and the Canadian Space Agency. It is worth noting that 4 other departments were repeat users of RADARSAT data during the 2007-2008 period – Parks Canada, the National Research Council, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission and Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Canada. In 2006-2007, a total of 6,755 processed image frames were provided to federal departments and agencies. In 2007-2008, the total increased to 7,910 processed image frames.

Discussions are currently taking place among the government departments and agencies under the leadership of PWGSC, to consolidate the purchase of EO data for the government departments as a whole. If negotiations are successful, information on all EO data purchases, not just RADARSAT data, by Canadian government departments will become available in 2008-2009.

Indicator 4 - Performance Analysis

Data on the number of hits on the Canadian Geospatial Data Infrastructure (CGDI) related to the CSA sponsored scientific and operational missions are not available. GeoConnections, was able to provide the CSA with monthly statistics from their Discovery Portal, which connects databases with the CSA supported missions. Data for 2007-2008 were not available for the DPR deadline.

The comparison was only possible between 2007-2008 and 2006-2007. On both occasions, targets were achieved and showed significant progress towards achievement.

From the 8 initiated concept studies, 6 are pertaining to atmospheric processes of climate and its change (APOCC), 1 is for the advanced study for an instrument to observe upper atmosphere dynamics through waves Michelson interferometer (WAMI), and 1 is for the next generation of instruments for the measurements of pollution in the troposphere (MOPITT2).

The 2 completed concepts are an advanced study for and instrument to observe water vapour in the upper troposphere and lower stratosphere (SHOW), an advanced study for an instrument to observe carbon dioxide, methane, and carbon monoxide in the lower atmosphere through carbon cycle science with Fournier transform spectrometry (CCSFTS).

Source: Internal document.

The mission concept retained for implementation is Spatial Heterodyne Observations of Water vapour (SHOW) an advanced study for an instrument to observe water vapour in the upper troposphere and lower stratosphere.

Source: Internal document.

The analysis showed exceptional achievements; the targets were exceedingly met.

The return coefficient corresponds to the ratio between the actual number of weighted contracts given to a country and the ideal number of contracts to be given to that country according to existing rules. Canadian industrial return coefficients are by Program Activity. The EO optional programs are: ENVISAT the largest ever Earth observation satellite built by ESA, EOEP (Earth Observation Envelope Program), Earth Watch GMES (Global Monitoring for Environment and Security) Service Element and GMES Space Component.

Source: European Space Agency Council. Paris, Agency Key Performance Indicators. ESA/IPC, December 31, 2007. Document available since March 2008 in English only.

Although the number of publications showed a significant growth compared with previous years, all the other indicators for this sub-sub-activity were only within their targeted values.

Many space science missions are currently producing excellent results. Some of the publications are from contracts already completed. Previous year adequate levels of funding greatly helped, in this case, exceeding targets. CSA funds are highly leveraged by funds provided by universities and the National Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC).

Source: CSA annual survey with scientists currently funded by the Space Science Program.

The term Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) includes undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral fellows, as well as research assistants, research associates, faculty and non-faculty staff. Due to a decrease in budget, the targeted number of HQP could not be met.

Source: CSA annual survey with scientists currently funded by the Space Science Program.

Funded activities are supporting instrument control, data validation and processing for 6 operating missions: MOPITT, OSIRIS, SCISAT, RADARSAT-1, ENVISAT and CloudSat.

Source: Internal document.

Due to a decrease in budget, the targeted number of presentations could not be met.

Source: CSA annual survey with scientists currently funded by the Space Science Program.

There are no additional research partnerships nationally and internationally since 2005-2006. Efforts went to consolidate a large and diverse network of national and international partners.

Source: Internal document.

Six new grants have been awarded through the Space Science Enhancement Program and 1 grant awarded through the program for Institutions dedicated to Space Research and Education.

Source: Internal document.

All indicators exceedingly met their targets.

The applications operationally used were developed through the Earth Observation Application Development Program and the Government Related Initiatives Program. In 2008-2009, this indicator was replaced by a new one that demonstrates better the output produced by the programs: Number of new applications using EO data.

Source: Internal document.

The number of new fields of application are linked to the applications reported under the indicator no 1. For example they cover fields such as Ground Water, Ocean Operations, Operational Oceanography, Parameters for Agricultural Practices. In 2008-2009, this indicator was replaced by a new one that demonstrates better the output produced by the programs: Number of new users of EO applications

Source: Internal document.

All indicators met their targets within planned limits.

Safety and Mission Assurance and Configuration Management (S&MA and CM) requirements are implemented on all EO projects: RADARSAT-2, CHINOOK and RADARSAT Constellation.

S&MA and CM requirements are implemented for phases related to preliminary design definition, detailed design definition and manufacture and acceptance implementation.

Source: Internal document.

Instead of conducting a client satisfaction survey, as in 2005-2006, other administrative means were used this year to capture and document performance information. A "Client Satisfaction" report indicated that bilateral meetings and project reviews had been held. Additionally, a service standard (including a complaint mechanism) was developed to capture information on clients' satisfaction.

Source: Internal document located in Livelink – Document #9881933.

All 3 EO project costs were maintained within authorized levels.

Source: Annual Table of Projects Milestones, internal document in English only.

All 3 EO project risks have been identified and a mitigation plan has been prepared for each project. The project risk matrix is reviewed monthly at each project review and discussed in more detail during Space Program Risk Committee meetings, which take place three times a year.

Source: Internal document.

Two projects associated with science support were approved: CHINOOK, and NIRST on Aquarius.

Source: Internal document.

Target Met: A total of 375.2 Gbyte of SCISAT-1 data acquired.

Target Met: Canadian Government Order Desk for RADARSAT-2 operations started, following commissions of RADARSAT-2 satellite.

All indicators met their targets within planned limits.

RADARSAT-1 average system performance has been maintained consistently high at 95%. The same reliability and data delivery to clients was maintained over the last three years. System performance is measured in terms of the percentage of data requests that were planned and subsequently executed by the spacecraft payload and received.

Source: CSA's Mission Management Office / Database Management (MMO/DBM), internal document in English only.

Data volume for RADARSAT-1 and SCISAT-1 met their targets. The Canadian Government Order desk for RADARSAT-2 was ready to start operations following the commissioning in April 2008.

Sources: CSA' s Mission Operations Center System; CSA's Mission Management Office / Database Management, internal documents in English only.

Four missions, associated with science support, reached operational phase: SCISAT, MOPITT, OSIRIS, and CloudSat.

Source: Internal document.

Expected Result

Increased participation in Canadian and international opportunities in order to expand the scientific knowledge base made available to Canadian academia and R&D communities in astronomy, space exploration and solar-terrestrial relations, as well as physical and life sciences.

Main Accomplishments in 2007-2008

The Special Purpose Dexterous Manipulator, also known as Dextre, successfully reached the International Space Station (ISS) in March 2008. Dextre was then assembled and underwent successful activation. This delivery marked the last Canadian hardware commitment towards the ISS.

The Canadian meteorological station, onboard NASA's Phoenix mission, successfully landed on Mars in May 2008.

Canadian astronaut, Dave Williams, made his second trip to the ISS where he performed three extra vehicular space walks to install a third starboard truss segment and to relocate solar panels in order to increase the capacity of the ISS to generate power to support science and operational activities.

1. Number of participations in Canadian and international space science missions.

A total of 4 new missions in 2007-2008: 1 mission related to Astronomy, 1 to Solar-Terrestrial Relation, and, 2 to Physical and Life Sciences.

2. Rate of successful missions (Total or partial successful Canadian missions/total missions with Canadian participation).

This year, 6 out of a total of 37 missions reached launched, data production or completed status for an average success rate of 16%.

3. Number of peer-reviewed papers published in world-class scientific journals as a result of the CSA's participation in Canadian and international missions (papers featuring Canadian academia and/or R&D community).

A total of 383 peer-reviewed papers, reports and conference proceedings acknowledging CSA funding were published in 2007-2008 in Space Astronomy and Exploration, Solar-Terrestrial Relation, and Physical and Life Sciences.

Indicator 1 - Performance Analysis

(Year) = Actual or projected launch date or date of completion if in the "Status" column.

* = New missions in 2007-2008

** = A mission listed in 2006-2007 but counted for the first time in the mission
success rate.

Indicator 2 - Performance Analysis

For the purpose of this indicator, a mission is considered partly or totally successful when the status reads: objective met, in operation, completed or launched. Analysis of the last three fiscal year, starting April 1, 2005 and ending on March 31, 2008 shows a cumulative mission success rate of 43% (16 out of 37) when all initiated missions are taken into account. Using the same method of calculation, counting only the missions reaching for the first time the status listed above, the 2007-2008 mission success rate is a respectable 16% (6 out of 37) compared to the exceptional rate of 28% (9 out of 33) in 2006-2007 and the 2005-2006 rate of 12% (3 out of 24). It is important to note that all successful missions have either met or are in the process of meeting their mission objectives.

Indicator 3 - Performance Analysis

In 2007-2008, 383 peer-reviewed papers, reports and conference proceedings acknowledging CSA funding were published. It is a significant decrease in comparison to the 711 publications reported in 2006-2007 and it is partly due to a 14% decrease of investment in Space Astronomy and Exploration, Solar-Terrestrial Relation, and Physical and Life Sciences.

All indicators met their targets within planned limits.

The 56 concepts (mission and payload) or feasibility studies initiated, pursued or completed are divided as follows:

Solar Terrestrial Relations: 3
Planetary Exploration: 5
Space Astronomy: 2
Life Science: 21
Physical Science: 12
Joint Disciplines: 13

Source: Internal document.

The new mission retained for further implementation is a feasibility study for a satellite designed for research on the radiation belts surrounding Earth called the Outer Radiation Belt Injection, Transport, Acceleration and Loss (ORBITAL).

Source: Internal document.

For the second year, the indicator did not meet its planned target.

The ELIPS program is ramping up. With the launch and commissioning of the European Columbus module to the ISS, European experiments should increase substantially. Similarly for Aurora, the program has been re-baselined by ESA and suffers from a slow ramp up. As evidenced by the good results obtained during the preparatory phase, similar results for the main program are anticipated.

The return coefficient corresponds to the ratio between the actual number of weighted contracts given to a country and the ideal number of contracts to be given to that country according to existing rules. Canadian industrial return coefficients are by Program Activity. The SE optional programs are Aurora and ELIPS.

Source: European Space Agency Council. Paris, Agency Key Performance Indicators. ESA/IPC, December 31, 2007. Document available since March 2008, in English only.

Nearly all indicators significantly exceeded their planned targets.

Many space science missions are currently producing excellent results. Some of the publications were based on contracts already completed. Previous year adequate levels of funding greatly helped, in this case, nearly meeting targets. CSA funds are highly leveraged by funds provided by universities and the National Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC).

Source: CSA annual survey with scientists currently funded by the Space Science Program.

The term Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) includes undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral fellows, as well as research assistants, research associates, faculty and non-faculty staff.

Source: CSA annual survey with scientists currently funded by the Space Science Program.

The 22 operating and approved research missions are made up of 19 research missions in development phase and three in operating phase.

Source: Internal document.

Many space science missions are currently producing excellent results. Some of the presentations were based on contracts already completed. Previous year adequate levels of funding greatly helped, in this case, exceeding targets. CSA funds are highly leveraged by funds provided by universities and the National Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC).

Source: CSA annual survey with scientists currently funded by the Space Science Program.

Targeted efforts to build a large and diverse network of national and international partners were successful.

Source: Internal document.

Twenty-seven new grants were awarded through the Space Science Enhancement Program (SSEP): 13 directly under the program and 14 supporting Canadian Analogue Research Network (CARN). In addition, 2 grants were awarded through the NSERC Industrial Chairs program and 2 others went to the Scientific and Technical Space conferences program.

Source: Internal document.

The comparison was only possible for 2007-2008 and 2006-2007. Most targets were met within planned limits.

Similar to last year, all Canadian Astronauts maintained their qualifications on flight vehicles. However, 1 more Canadian Astronaut obtained his qualification on ISS.

Source: Internal document.

The postponement of the training development plan was caused by the delay to 2008-2009 of the recruitment campaign launch for selecting new Canadian astronauts. Two new astronaut candidates will join the CSA in May of 2009.

Source: Internal document.

The mission STS-118 flew in August 2007 with Astronaut Dave Williams onboard as Mission Specialist. Totalling 17 hours and 47 minutes, Dave Williams now holds the Canadian record for the number of hours spent outside in space.

Source: Internal document.

All indicators met their targets within planned limits.

Safety and Mission Assurance and Configuration Management (S&MA and CM) requirements are implemented on all SE projects: Phoenix, HIFI, APXS, JWST and eOSTEO.

S&MA and CM requirements are implemented for phases relate to preliminary design definition, detailed design definition and manufacture and acceptance implementation.

Source: Internal document.

Instead of conducting a client satisfaction survey, as in 2005-2006, other administrative means were used this year to capture and document performance information. A "Client Satisfaction" report indicated that bilateral meetings and project reviews had been held and that a service standard (including a complaint mechanism) was developed to capture information on clients' satisfaction.

Source: Internal document located in Livelink – Document #9881933.

All SE project costs were maintained within authorized level. As soon as it became evident that the JWST project's Phase C was reaching its authorized limit, a stop work was issued and increased authorities were sought from Treasury Board.

Source: Annual Table of Projects Milestones, internal document in English only.

All SE project risks have been identified and a mitigation plan has been prepared for each project. The project risk matrix is reviewed monthly at each project review and discussed in more detail during Space Program Risk Committee meetings, which take place three times a year.

Source: Internal document.

The 25 approved projects associated with science support are divided as follows:

Solar Terrestrial Relations: 2
Exploration: 3
Space Astronomy: 7
Life Science: 3
Physical Science: 9
Operational Space Medicine: 1

Source: Internal document.

The indicators were consistently achieved and the targets, set at the International Space Station Program level, exceedingly met.

The CSSP Team participated in all multilateral meetings where CSA participation was required. Active participation in ISS multilateral program meetings and boards allows Canada to position the CSA in the ISS management structure and ensures proposals and decisions are determined accordingly to Canada's delivery capacity and are properly communicated to all partners.

Source: International Space Station Program Control Boards and Panels, document in English only.

Systems availability is measured in system response time during operational activities as required by NASA counterparts. Overall the Operations Centre surpassed the target objective. The Remote Multi Purpose Support Room availability exceeded 99.9% for commanding, 99.8% for telemetry and 99.9% for voice.

Source: Remote Commanding Monthly Availability Report, Internal documents in English only.

CSA Training actually accommodated 100% of the requirements including schedule changes. Achievements are monitored against set requirements and certified by NASA counterparts.

Source: International Training Control Board and Internal documents in English only.

Systems availability is measured in system response time during operational activities as required by NASA counterparts. All planned and unplanned events were supported including the uplink of 24-hour software patches.

Source: Internal weekly Mission Operations Reports, Internal documents in English only.

Achievements are monitored against set requirements and certified by NASA counterparts. Delivered all scheduled software builds and even delivered the MSS5, out of which one software package was delivered ahead of schedule. All (100%) Payload support was provided.

Source: Internal document.

All indicators met their targets within planned limits. Note that indicator 2 was only measured once.

Ongoing engineering and operational support was provided successfully to meet 95% of MVIS (15 key activities), PMDIS-TRAC (12 key activities) and eOSTEO.

Source: Internal document.

The 10 missions in operational phase associated with science support are divided as follows:

Solar Terrestrial Relations: 2
Planetary Exploration: 2
Space Astronomy: 2
Life Science: 4

Source: Internal document.

The comparison was only possible over a 2-year period. All indicators met their targets within planned limits.

The 6 activities and R&D targeted at maintaining Astronauts' Health and Safety are:

Biodosimetry program;
Menu for ISS/C-1being developed and tested;
Medical support to STS-118 provided to include Flight Surgeon support;
Family Support and Contingency Plan support developed;
Cross-Cultural training requirements developed and approved; and,
R&D on the delivery of remote care and on the medical autonomy concept.

Source: Internal document.

All ISS Medical Boards, Panel and Working Group meetings supported. Active participation in ISS Medical Boards, Panel and WG meetings allows the CSA to position itself in the ISS management and ensures proposals and decisions are determined accordingly to Canada's delivery capacity and are properly communicated to all partners.

Source: Internal document.

Expected Result 1

Increased access for Canadians to state-of-the-art space communications systems and services to meet their social and economic needs.

Main Accomplishments in 2007-2008

As part of the CASSIOPE Mission Contribution Program initiated in 2004-2005, the construction of the telecommunication satellite subsystem Cascade by Canadian companies continued. The launch is planned for 2009.

Trials and demonstration of innovative government services to remote northern communities using the Ka-Band on Anik F2 continued and some applications for telemedicine and mobile communications were successful. The trial campaign was extended to December 2008.

A definition Study for a Next Generation Advanced Payload onboard a future Telesat satellite was launched in May 2007. As a result from this recently completed study, the CSA has identified V-band as a critical new technology for an early SatCom mission, including the ground segment.

1. Gap between current capabilities and future needs of Canadians for satellite communications and available or expected system capacity.

Studies on communications satellite service needs and opportunities were postponed to 2008-2009 in order to refine their scope. The studies need to identify which " key incentive factors " would improve the rate of utilisation of space-based communication and navigation services by federal departments and agencies in the delivery of their mandates.

2. Percentage of coverage over Canada by satellite and ground systems in place for commercial and governmental usage.

The coverage over Canada for commercial and governmental usage is near 100%. While service is provided to commercial users, the provision of Government services to northern and remote communities is at the demonstration and trial stages.

3. Utilization rate of Anik F2 Commercial Ka-Band payload for Multi-Media Services and for the service delivery utilizing the $50 million government capacity credit.

Anik F2 now has 47,500 customer subscribers (74,000 basic service equivalents) in Canada in addition to the commercial services offered by Telesat to corporations.Thirty-three percent of the Canadian satellite beams have reached maximum capacity. Another 500,000 U.S. customers are accessing multimedia services via Anik F2 through the U.S. service provider.

Demonstration and trial campaign fostered great interest in the northern communities for accessing the Government of Canada Capacity Credit for the delivery of government services and applications.

Indicator 1 - Performance Analysis

Performance analysis will be performed once studies are completed.

Indicator 2 - Performance Analysis

The CSA has deployed hubs in Vancouver and Winnipeg to demonstrate Ka-Band applications and services using Anik F2's four northern beams. The ground segment infrastructure is being upgraded to accommodate the network for the Government of Canada capacity credit utilization phase by the northern communities.

Indicator 3 - Performance Analysis

Through its support of Anik F2, the Government of Canada has secured a Government Capacity Credit (GoC CC) access worth $50 million over 11 years starting in May 2005. At the time, the GoC CC was included in National Satellite Initiative (NSI) to support the Government's connectivity agenda for remote and underserved northern rural communities. The deployment strategy under the NSI proved unfeasible as the GoC CC must be considered public property under the Financial Administrative Act. Consequently, the CSA has accepted the leadership role and a multi-year implementation plan for the utilization of GoC CC has been proposed.

So far, the GoC CC access has only been used for validation testing and concept demonstration purposes, resulting in a low rate of utilization since May 2005. The demonstration and trial of innovative government services to remote northern communities will be extended to the end of December 2008.

Expected Result 2

Better use of space communications, search and rescue, and global navigation satellite systems and applications to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of other government departments in delivering services to Canadians.

Main Accomplishments in 2007-2008

The CSA and Department of National Defence partnered to initiate and manage the Maritime Monitoring and Messaging Micro-satellite (M3MSat). This project will demonstrate satellite capability in maritime traffic identification. The launch is planned for late 2010 and end of mission demonstration in 2011.

1. Number of joint studies and projects between the CSA and other government departments in the field of satellite communications, navigation and search and rescue.

One joint study on polar communications via satellite has been initiated with the Departments of National Defence, Environment Canada and Indian Affairs.

The CSA has started a technology development project on the next generation of Search and Rescue satellite systems named MEOSAR.

Indicator 1 - Performance Analysis

As part of the Polar Communications and Weather (PCW) initiative, the CSA is studying how to provide high-speed communications to the extreme northern regions of Canada via satellite. This new communications infrastructure would cover for the first time the entire Canadian arctic region north of 72 degrees latitude. This would greatly enhance the Canadian government capacity to assert its sovereignty in the Arctic and would support the mandate of various government departments such as Department of National Defence, Environment Canada and Northern and Indian Affairs. The results of this feasibility study are expected for the second quarter of 2008-2009.

The CSA has started the development of an Engineering Qualifying Model (EQM) of a Middle-Earth Orbit Search-And-Rescue (MEOSAR) payload. MEOSAR represents the next-generation of Satellite-Aided Search-And-Rescue infrastructure that will greatly enhance the rescue time and reduce the search zone following a distress call. This infrastructure will also reduce the costs of Search-and-Rescue operations for the Department of National Defence.

The comparison was only possible over a 2-year period because there was no activity in 2005-2006. All indicators met their targets within planned limits.

Two mission concepts have been prepared. The Next Generation Payload study has been successfully completed. A New Spectrum Monitoring mission concept has been initiated at the fourth quarter of 2007-2008 and the completion is expected by 2008-2009.

Source: Internal document.

The Polar Communication and Weather mission has been initiated in the third quarter of 2007-2008 and was still ongoing at the end of 2007-2008. It is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2008-2009.

Source: Internal document.

The analysis showed exceptional achievements and the annual targets were exceedingly met.

Successful development and demonstration of advanced technologies, systems, components, or studies provided for in the contracts awarded by ESA to Canadian firms under the following ESA Telecommunications and Navigation programs: ARTES 1,3,4,5,8 and GalileoSat.

The return coefficient corresponds to the ratio between the actual number of weighted contracts given to a country and the ideal number of contracts to be given to that country according to existing rules. Canadian industrial return coefficients are by Program Activity. The SC optional programs are: ARTES and GalileoSat.

Source: European Space Agency Council. Paris, Agency Key Performance Indicators. ESA/IPC, December 31, 2007. Document available since March 2008, in English only.

All indicators met their targets within planned limits.

Safety and Mission Assurance and Configuration Management (S&MA and CM) requirements are implemented on all Satellite Communications projects: NEOSSAT, CASSIOPE and M3MSat.

S&MA and CM requirements are implemented for phases relate to preliminary design definition, detailed design definition and manufacture and acceptance implementation.

Source: Internal document.

Instead of conducting a client satisfaction survey, as in 2005-2006, other administrative means were used this year to capture and document performance information. A "Client Satisfaction" report indicated that bilateral meetings and project reviews had been held and that a service standard (including a complaint mechanism) was developed to capture information on clients' satisfaction.

Source: Internal document located in Livelink – Document #9881933.

All Satellite Communications project costs were maintained within authorized level.

Source: Annual Table of Projects Milestones, internal document in English only.

All Satellite Communications project risks have been identified and a mitigation plan has been prepared for each project. The project risk matrix is reviewed monthly at each project review and discussed in more detail during Space Program Risk Committee meetings, which take place three times a year.

Source: Internal document.

Expected Result

Innovative space technologies, techniques, and design and test methodologies in response to advanced developments required for future space missions and activities.

Main Accomplishments in 2007-2008

The CSA continued to enhance Canada's space capabilities by awarding technology R&D projects to industry and research organizations on a competitive basis through its Space Technology Development Program.

The CSA developed high-risk space technologies and maintained in-house technical capabilities through its Space Technology Research Program. A total of 8 new patents applications were filed out of 11 projects and 2 patents, filed last year, were granted.

The David Florida Laboratory provided world-class, cost-effective environmental space qualification services for the assembly, integration and testing of spacecraft systems and sub-systems to all of the CSA's programs as well as commercial programs.

1. Number of technologies supported through one of the generic R&D programs that are used in a space mission or activity.

From the 34 projects that brought to higher readiness levels, a total of 4 technologies were chosen to enable new space missions and 5 technologies were integrated into commercial products.

2. Number of space missions making use of the David Florida Laboratory (DFL).

Eight of the CSA's space missions and 54 external programs were supported by DFL.

3. Number of peer-reviewed papers as a result of CSA generic technology R&D programs.

The CSA's scientists and engineers wrote a total of 84 peer-reviewed papers and conference presentations as a result of 2 CSA generic technology R&D programs.

Indicator 1 - Performance Analysis

The 2 technologies chosen from the Space Technology Research Program (STRP) to enable space missions are the Phoenix Ground Station and MIRAD.

The 2 technologies chosen from the Space Technology Development Program (STDP) to enable space missions are Proba 2 and MOPITT.

Indicator 2 - Performance Analysis

In addition to the 8 CSA's space missions, the David Florida Laboratory supported 54 external programs for 38 private companies.

Indicator 3 - Performance Analysis

Harmonized performance measurement indicators for 2 Space Technology Programs – Space Technology Research Program (STRP) and Space Technology Development Program (STDP) – demonstrated that the research community does not use publications to share early findings with its peers in order to protect industrial secrecy and know-how.

The comparison was only possible over a 2-year period for 3 out of the 5 indicators. The reported indicators presented small increases, benchmarks for all indicators will be established in the RPP 2009-2010.

The industry does not use publications to share early findings with its peers in order to protect industrial secrecy and know-how. In 2008-2009, this indicator was replaced by a new one that demonstrates better the output produced by the programs: Number of licenses granted for space technologies generated by the CSA.

Only issued patents are counted. The 8 patents issued for 5 technologies are distributed as follows:

- technology 50404: 4 patents: in Japan, Germany, France and United Kingdom
- technology 50692: 1 patent in U.S.
- technology 50394: 1 patent in Canada
- technology 50408: 1 patent in U.S.
- technology 50412: 1 patent in U.S.

In 2008-2009, this indicator was modified to become: Number of licenses granted for space technologies generated by the CSA.

Source: Internal document.

Space Technology Research Program: Out of 11 projects that ended in 2007-2008, 6 technologies increased in maturity. Some 54% of R&D projects that were completed in 2007-2008 demonstrated an increase in technology maturity levels indicating progress toward set objectives. It is of interest to note that 74 highly skilled positions were maintained or created in relation to the 11 projects that ended in 2007-2008.

Space Technology Development Program: Out of 32 projects that ended in 2007-2008, 28 technologies increased in maturity. Some 87% of R&D projects that were completed in 2007-2008 demonstrated an increase in technology maturity levels indicating progress toward set objectives. It is of interest to note that 84 highly skilled industrial positions were maintained or created in relation to the 32 projects that ended in 2007-2008.

Source: STRP 2007-2008 Achievements; 2007-2008 STDP Performance Indicators Values Report; internal documents in English only.

Out of the 9 technologies chosen, 4 were retained to enable future space missions (Proba 2, MOPITT, Phoenix Ground Station and MIRAD) and 5 were retained for commercial products by industries.

Source: Internal document.
*All targets were calibrated in the RPP 2008-2009 in the context of the development and implementation of new management and performance frameworks for Generic Space Technology programs.

The term Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) includes: graduate and postdoctoral fellows, as well as research assistants, research associates, faculty staff and industry R&D staff.

Source: Internal document.
*All targets were calibrated in the RPP 2008-2009 in the context of the development and implementation of new management and performance frameworks for Generic Space Technology programs.

The comparison was only possible for a 2-year period. The analysis showed exceptional achievements; the targets were exceedingly met.

The return coefficient corresponds to the ratio between the actual amount of weighted contracts given to a country and the ideal amount of contracts to be given to that country according to existing rules. Canadian industrial return coefficients are by Program Activity. The mandatory program is: General Support Technology Program (GSTP).

Source: European Space Agency Council. Paris, Agency Key Performance Indicators. ESA/IPC, December 31, 2007. Document available since March 2008 in English only.

The comparison was only possible over a 2-year period. The reported indicator presented a small increase.

There was at the end of March 2008, 2 ongoing projects and 8 new projects based on a partnership approach.

Note that this expected result and indicator no longer appears in the RPP.

Source: Internal document.

The analysis showed exceptional achievements and the annual targets were exceedingly met.

Survey responses indicate a client satisfaction of 99%, which exceeded expectations. In 2007-2008, 128 client feedback surveys were distributed and 22 were completed which represents an 11% return rate. Customers indicated that DFL delivered quality, cost-effective, timely service and provided technical expertise when and as needed. Minor issues were identified and addressed as part of DFL's ongoing quality improvement program and in consultation with its clients.

In addition, a separate Program Level Client Satisfaction survey was conducted upon the conclusion of the Phoenix Project. The Phoenix Program Office commented that the overall test services provided by the DFL either met or exceeded the expectations in all areas.

Source: Internal document.

Expected Result

Increased public awareness of Canada's activities in space and space benefits positively affecting the quality of life of Canadians.

Main Accomplishments in 2007-2008

The number of visitors to the CSA's interactive Web site increased from 2,600,000 in 2006-2007 to 3,300,000 in 2007-2008.

Over 90 public events were conducted in communities throughout Canada to raise awareness of Canadian space science and technology.

The Space Learning Program conducted 280 learning events, combining in-class experiences, presentations and tele-distance education with primary and secondary students throughout Canada. A total of 10,661 students participated in these learning events compared to 3,226 the previous year.

A total of 1,140 educators participated in professional development workshops compared with 614 in 2006-2007.

1. Awareness of Canadians measured by telephone survey every three years. The next survey will be conducted in 2008-2009.

The last survey was conducted in 2005.

Results indicated that 46% of respondents are aware of the Canadian Space Agency as champion of space activities and that 19% of respondents have moderate knowledge of Canada's space activities.

Indicator 1 - Performance Analysis

The survey was conducted with the general public to assess awareness, knowledge, and attitudes toward Canada's space program and related activities. The survey was administered by phone to 1,628 Canadian adult residents, on February 4 to 11, 2005. Based on a sample of this size, the overall results can be considered to be accurate within +/- 2.5%, 19 times out of 20.

Several results contribute to determining levels of awareness. Other then the two results cited above, the following could also be considered:

• 47% identified Earth-related benefits that flow from Canada's space program;
• 67% cited images when thinking about Canada's involvement in space;
• 71% believed Canadians are proud of our activities in space, and that Canadian success in advanced space technologies contributes to our knowledge-based economy, innovation, and economic competitiveness; and,
• 65% felt that our space activities inspire youth in science and engineering.

Some 80% of Canadians surveyed think it is important for Canada to continue to have a space program and be active in the development of advanced technologies and science related to space.

Respondents were asked to rate the importance of a number of benefits that result from investment in the Canadian Space Program. A strong majority viewed all potential benefits as important. Some 90% felt that monitoring the Earth for natural disasters is an important benefit, followed closely by monitoring our oceans, forests, wetlands and farmlands (88%), and new medical discoveries (87%). As well, significant numbers attributed importance to better telecommunications (83%) and leadership in robotics (81%). Benefits that also received strong responses included advancing humankind's knowledge (74%), enhancing Canada's international reputation (71%), and exploring the solar system (67%).

The comparison was only possible over a 2-year period.

A network of partners, including learning organisations, science centers, community organisations and other science and technology-driven organisations was developed to help with the achievement of the objective.

Note that this expected result and indicator will no longer appear in the RPP.

Source: Internal document.

A total of 586 interviews were completed, a decrease compared to the 700 completed in 2006-2007. During that period, 757 requests from the media were received, a slight decrease from last year, 27 media events were conducted and 17 press releases were issued.

The CSA sustained partnerships with: TVA-Salut Bonjour, CTV-Discovery (CTV), and SRC-Découverte.

Note that this expected result and indicator will no longer appear in the RPP.

Source: Internal document.

The analysis shows a continuous increase over the past 3 years.

The number of visits to the CSA's Web site went up more than 1.25 times from 2,612,915 in 2006-2007 to 3,280,126 in 2007-2008.

Note that this expected result and indicator will no longer appear in the RPP.

Source: Internal document.

Almost a double increase from 546 in 2006-2007. The main communication channel is through e-mails: 792 out of 971 requests.

Note that this expected result and indicator will no longer appear in the RPP.

Source: Internal document.

The indicator does not provide sufficient value-added information. The indicator was modified in RPP 2008-2009 to: "Number of initiatives according to targeted audiences".

Nearly 31,000 Canadians participated in 64 Canadian Astronaut Tour events conducted in communities in eight provinces and one territory. It is an average of 464 Canadians at each event compared to a benchmark of 300 Canadians per event established in 2006-2007.

In 2007-2008, there was a 20% reduction in astronaut availability to support events than in 2006-2007 due to training and missions, which explains the reduced number of events.

In the future, the data collected will be reflected in the indicator for the Expected Result: Target audience is reached through outreach activities.

Source: Internal document.

The 8 provinces and territories visited are: Québec, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, British-Columbia, Newfoundland, New Brunswick, Saskatchewan and Yukon.

Source: Internal document.

A total of 64 events were supported by astronauts out of a total of 248 requests received. This is largely due to the fact that all active astronauts were on training for Space Shuttle and Space Station missions during a significant portion of this period.

Source: Internal document.

A total of 1,140 educators participated in professional development workshops, almost twice as many (1.86) compared with last's year 614 educators.

An increase in interest in space science and technology related curriculum, interactive tele-learning experiences and educator professional development is being met through formal agreements of collaboration.

Source: Internal document.

The Space Learning Program conducted 280 learning events, combining in-class experiences, presentations and tele-distance education with primary and secondary students throughout Canada. A total of 10,661 students participated in these learning events compared to 3,226 the previous year, almost three times more (3.3).

The Space Learning Grants, Contributions and Sponsorship Program funded five organisations from Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario, Manitoba and Alberta to carry out space science educational activities in their communities. At the same time, 19 graduate students from 13 Canadian Universities were supported to present their work at the prestigious International Astronautical Federation annual congress. Thirty-one post-secondary students, 16 secondary students and one educator were sponsored to participate in various space-focused learning events throughout the year.

Source: Internal document.

Space Technology

Program in sunset mode: 3 fellows were supported. This was the last instalment for the 2005 competition for the Supplement Program.

Space Science

Seventeen post-graduate scholarships and fellowships were granted from the CSA Supplements to NSERC (Annex 1): 8 new and 9 ongoing. In addition, a total of 7 fellowships, 3 new and 4 ongoing, were supported through the CSA Fellowship in Space Science (Annex 2).

Through an agreement with the NASA-JSC Aerospace Medicine Clerkship Program and the NASA-KSC Biomedical Office, 4 Canadian medical students or residents attended a four-week Aerospace Medicine Elective program.

Source: Internal documents.

Expected Result 1

Corporate Services provide an added value to the CSA managers in the performance of their duties.

1. Services provided meet standards set under Government-wide and CSA policies as well as MAF expectations.

Ratings from the 2007 MAF assessments against the 19 indicators were:

Strong = 1
Acceptable = 10
Opportunity for improvement = 7
Attention required = 1

Indicator 1 - Performance Analysis

Overall, the results are similar to the assessment in 2006. During the MAF period, the CSA has undergone two transitions at the presidency level, which has delayed the finalization of some corporate initiatives. Compared to 2006, 3 ratings have improved, 3 ratings have declined and 13 have remained the same.

The CSA 's rating improved from "acceptable" in 2006 to "strong" in 2007 under the indicator "Extent to which the workplace is fair, enabling, healthy and safe".

Steady progress was made under the indicators "Effectiveness of financial management and control" and "Effectiveness of information technology management" with a rating rising from "opportunity for improvement" to "acceptable".

The rating declined from "strong" to "acceptable" under the indicator "Effective project management" and from "acceptable" to "opportunity for improvement" under the indicators "Values-based leadership and organizational culture" and "Quality and use of evaluation."

The Treasury Board assessment does not indicate management quality beyond MAF indicators. The CSA and Treasury Board had identified 3 management priorities for 2007-2008:

1. The completion of the Long Term Capital Plan: The completion was postponed to 2008-2009 in order to take into consideration the results of the priority review carried out by the CSA in response to the Canadian Science and Technology Strategy and the Treasury Board Strategic Review.

2. The development of an implementation plan for the new Internal Audit policy: The CSA has developed an implementation plan. While reasonable progress was made in implementing key elements of the Internal Audit Policy, the CSA has not complied with one central element: the reporting relationship between the Chief of Audit and Evaluation and the Deputy head.

3. The monitoring of the CSA external financial reporting information: The Agency has made progress in monitoring its financial reporting and ensuring compliance, and has improved the overall quality and timeliness of its external financial reporting information.

Source: Management Accountability Framework Assessment Round V 2007-2008.

Expected Result 2

Key corporate risks are addressed and mitigated.

1. Management and mitigation actions are implemented against the four highest priority risks identified in the CSA corporate risk profile.

Planned management and mitigations actions were fully completed in response to 2 out of the 4 highest priority corporate risks, and partially completed for the other 2 priority risks.

Indicator 1 - Performance Analysis

All actions planned in the RPP 2007-2008 were completed in response to 2 of the four highest corporate priority risks, namely:

Function/Process Integration: Increase the capacity of the CSA to align its strategies, planning priorities, funding levels, operations and capacity to deliver and to obtain clear understanding and buy-in from managers and staff at all levels.

1. Development of socio-economic performance indicators: The CSA has approved the Performance Measurement Framework. It includes socio-economic indicators for the strategic outcome and for all program activities that were integrated in the Report on Plans and Priorities 2008-2009.

2. Integration of financial and performance information: The CSA has approved the first work plan created with a custom-built database integrating systematically financial and performance information. The electronic work plan database is fully implemented and functional in all sectors for the planning and monitoring of 2008-2009.

3. Development of a Long-term Investment Plan: A first version of the plan was developed. The approval of the plan was postponed to 2008-2009 in order to take into consideration the priority review carried out by the CSA in response to the Canadian Science and Technology Strategy and the Treasury Board Strategic Review.

Workforce Competencies: Increase the capacity of the CSA to maintain a qualified workforce of public servants to deliver CSA's mandate within the government legislative frameworks, policies and rules.

1. Established profile of essential qualifications for managers to receive delegation of authority: The necessary conditions to obtain full delegation and authority are identified in CSA's Human Resources Authority Delegation Document. Also, the leadership competency profile developed by the Canada Public Service Agency is the reference tool at the CSA.

2. The majority of managers are recognized as being qualified for increased delegation of authority: One hundred percent of managers have completed their mandatory training prescribed by the Treasury Board Secretariat and are registered in an continuous learning program. The majority of managers have followed the mandatory training to obtain full delegation authority. However, the Public Service Commissions of Canada continues to limit the delegation authority to Director General's level and above.

Actions planned in the RPP 2007-2008 were partly completed in response to 2 of the four highest corporate priority risks, namely:

Vision and Strategy: Create a capacity for the CSA to strategically plan and allocate its funds based on cutting-edge priorities and in line with Government's objectives:

1. Development of a strategic planning cycle aligned with the CSA's current management cycle: The planning cycle was developed but the implementation was postponed to 2008-2009.

Values and Ethics: Increase the capacity of the CSA to instil public service values, to develop a working environment free of harassment, and promoting respect for individuals, integrity and honesty:

1. Implementation of a Public Service Values and Ethics program: Some initiatives were taken to increase dialogue among managers on matters of values and ethics. Communication activities were initiated to make employees aware of the importance of values and ethics and of corporate mechanisms to deal fairly with government wrongdoing disclosure.

Source: CSA's Corporate Risk Profile (Internal document).

1. Canadian needs are identified through a number of strategic and socio-economic analyses. (Target: Completed socio-economic studies for future missions in EO, SE and SC) (Target: N/A)

2. Senior management is accountable for the management of resources and results. (Target: PAA and performance measurement framework approved by TBS) (Target: All sectors' work plans are in accordance with the PAA and PMF)

Target Met: PAA was approved on May 31, 2007; PMF was approved on March 18, 2008.

Target Met: All work plans were in accordance with the PAA and PMF.

1. Financial statements audited by 2010. (Target: New guidelines set by the General Comptroller are implemented)

1. Activities, initiatives, guidelines, policies and tools, identified in the Staffing Management Accountability Framework, are drafted and implemented. (Target: 50% of all SMAF elements implemented)

2. Human Resources Strategic Management Plan is developed and communicated throughout the CSA. (Target: Finalized plan and 25% of activities implemented)

Target Exceeded: The Strategic Plan was approved by the CSA and 50% of the activities were completed. Two key elements remain: The professional development program for HR specialists and the action plan to prevent and process complaints.

1. The Policy on Assets and Information Security is implemented by all CSA managers. (Target: The Policy is distributed to all managers)