e-Government
in Canada
Overview
The Information Technology Association of Canada (ITAC) is the voice of the Canadian information technology industry. Together with its partner organizations across the country, the association represents 1300 companies in the computing and telecommunications hardware, software, services and electronic content sectors. This network of companies accounts for more than 70% of the 500,000 jobs, $100 billion in revenue, $3.6 billion in R&D expenditure and $27 billion in exports that IT contributes annually to the Canadian economy. This portion of the website contains a number of studies and other resources that enhance a broader understanding of the benefits of
Government On-Line (GOL).
ITAC believes that a key role for government in the transition to a knowledge-based economy is to lead by example. By adopting the technologies and business practices necessary to better manage and exploit the flow of information and the creation of knowledge, government serves as a model user for participants in other sectors of the economy. ITAC and its members are strong advocates of the need for progressive deployment of government-on-line in all levels of government.
On September 22, 1998 the Prime Minister announced Canada's
Electronic Commerce Strategy (ECS) outlining initiatives designed to establish Canada as a world leader in the adoption and use of electronic commerce. The Canadian government is committed to make all federal programs and services available on-line by 2004. This is an aggressive goal of 100% e-government availability. Working in close collaboration with the private sector, the federal government has concentrated on creating the most favorable environment in areas which are critical to the rapid development of e-commerce. The site which outlines the virtual focal point and initiative can be found at Canada's ECS homepage . This page will help to develop an understanding of e-Government initiatives in Canada, the current systems put in place, and access to
government information over the internet.
The Speech from the Throne asserted Canada's commitment to be the most connected government in the world by year 2004. In a paper on electronic government submitted to the Commons Finance Committee, ITAC has urged the government to ensure that 80 per cent of major departments and agencies have met the goal of being a model on-line user by March 31, 2003.
The paper also contained a number of recommendations to speed the Canadian evolution to electronic government. The recommendations include :
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Create a champion of electronic government of the highest level of government reporting to the Prime Minister's Office. That champion should have a budget sufficient to effect strategic, enterprise-wide change in the organizational culture necessary to transform the Government into a knowledge-based institution.
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The e-government champion should produce an annual report to Cabinet documenting the progress of each department.
The champion should be advised by a cross sectoral board representing business and civilian stakeholders.
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Accelerate implementation of the Government's public key
infrastructure. Implement the practice of analyzing all new legislation from an e-government perspective, to promote the development of solutions that are user-friendly and technology enabled.
Government Statistics 2002
e-Government being used in Canada currently:
Used in the last 12 months - 36%
e-Government transaction - 10%
Level of perceived safety - 30% ranked fourth behind Finland, Honk Kong & Denmark
Government on-line use in 2001 - 46% (High Penetration)
Overall On-line usage - 60% (High Penetration)
Canada's Breakdown of Interaction with Government
On-Line:
Information seeking - 36%
Downloading - 19%
Providing - 16%
Transacting - 10%
The percentage of Government Online Safety in
Canada
Safe - 30%
Unsafe - 67%
Don't Know - 3%
Major e-forms and services offered by the
Canadian Government-On-line by title:
Business Start-up
Business Registration On-line
The Business Registration On-line (BRO) service is designed so that businesses can conveniently register themselves for Canada Customs and Revenue Agency, Nova Scotia and Ontario programs at one time.
Guide: What you can register for
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Online Transmission
Request for a Business Number (RC1)
The Business Number (BN) initiative provides the Canadian government with a common identification system for business clients. This initiative integrates four separate account numbers into one.
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Corporations Directorate Electronic Filing
Federal incorporation provides enhanced name protection and increased recognition abroad.
Guide: Small Business Guide to Federal Incorporation
Contact: 1-800-328-6189
Format: Online Transmission
Human Resources Management
Record of Employment Laser Print
The ROE is the single most important document in Employment Insurance (EI). The information on the ROE determines if a person qualifies for EI benefits, the benefit rate and the duration of benefits.
Guide: Record of Employment
Contact: HRDC Offices
Format: Software
Declarations of Conditions of Employment (T2200)
You will have to complete Form T2200 if you are deducting employment expenses.
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Statement of Employment Insurance Benefits (T4E)
Use form T4E to declare your Employment Insurance benefits.
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Statement of employment expenses (T777)
Use form T777 to calculate your allowable employment expenses.
Guide: Employment Expenses (T4044)
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Publications on Industries Order Form
Human resource analyses of specific industries with an emphasis on the implication of business trends and technological change.
Contact: HRDC Offices
Format: Online Transmission
Exporting
Canadian Automated Export Declaration
This program gives registered exporters and agents the opportunity to report goods electronically to the Federal Government of Canada instead of via the paper-based reporting method.
Contact: 1-800-257-2434
Format: Software
Program for Export Market Development (PEMD)
Financial assistance to companies to develop new export markets on a cost-shared basis.
Guide: Program eligibility information and how to apply for financial assistance
Contact: 1-800-267-8376
Format: Printable Forms (Adobe Acrobat)
Application for Import / Export Permit (EXT-1466)
When requesting an import or export permit, applicants should complete form EXT-1466.
Contact: Export and Import Controls Bureau Contacts
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Feedback Form for Trade and Investment Barrier
The Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT) wants to know about major market access irritants Canadian business people may be facing in foreign markets.
Contact: 1-800-267-8376
Format: Online Transmission
Importing
Canada Customs Invoice (CI1)
Required for shipments to Canada valued at $1,600 or more.
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Canada Customs Coding Form (B3)
Monthly summary of total duties and taxes, consolidated nationally, regionally, by port, or by carrier.
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
North American Free Trade Agreement - Certificate of Origin (B232)
For use in shipping between Canada, Mexico and the U.S. Required for freight to be treated under NAFTA provisions.
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Application for Import / Export Permit (EXT-1466)
When requesting an import or export permit, applicants should complete form EXT-1466.
Contact: Export and Import Controls Bureau Contacts
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Innovation / Research and Development / Technology
Electronic Services at the Canadian Intellectual Property Office
CIPO now offers electronic services to clients. applications and certain other documents for patents, trade-marks, copyrights, industrial designs and integrated circuit topographies.
Contact: (819) 997-1936
Format: Online Transmission
Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Tax Credit Forms
The Scientific Research and Experimental Development SR&ED Program provides tax incentives to Canadian businesses that conduct SR&ED in Canada.
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Selling to Government
Supplier Registration Information
The Supplier Registration Information (SRI) site is a database of registered suppliers interested in doing business with the federal government.
Contact: 1-800-811-1148
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Claim for Progress Payment (PWGSC-TPSGC 1111)
Contractors submit claims for progress/advance payments on "Claim for Progress Payment" form.
Contact: (819) 956-3371
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Financing
Search for Sources of Financing
Search the Sources of Financing database for a wide spectrum of financial providers in your region that might address your particular business needs.
Contact: 1-800-328-6189
Format: Online Transmission
Tax
Request for a Business Number (RC1)
The Business Number initiative provides the Canadian government with a common identification system for business clients. This initiative integrates four separate account numbers into one.
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Election for GST / HST Reporting Period (GST20)
This form includes information about how to change your goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax (GST / HST) reporting period.
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Election and Revocation of an Election to use the Quick Method of Accounting (GST74)
Use this form if you want to use the Quick Method of accounting or stop using this method.
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Direct Deposit Request (Non-Personalized) (GST469)
Use this form to have your GST / HST refunds and rebates deposited directly into your account, to change information about direct deposit, or to stop direct deposit.
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
Business Consent Form (RC59)
Use this form to consent to the release of confidential information about your Business Number (BN) account(s) to the representative named in the form, or to cancel consent for an existing representative.
Contact: 1-800-959-5525
Format: Printable Form (Adobe Acrobat)
e-Healthcare
Healthcare Information & Communications Canada
LINKS: Click on the Pictures below and you will be taken to the respective website
Howard Healy: hhealy@prodigy.net
Last Updated: December 18, 2002
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