Section 25: Core responsibility descriptions

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Internal Services

Internal Services are those groups of related activities and resources that the Federal Government considers to be services in support of programs and/or required to meet corporate obligations of an organization. Internal Services refer to the activities and resources of ten distinct services that support program delivery in the organization, regardless of the Internal Services delivery model in a department. These services are: Acquisition Management Services, Communications Services, Financial Management Services, Human Resources Management Services, Information Management Services, Information Technology Services, Legal Services, Materiel Management Services, Management and Oversight Services, Real Property Management Services.

Department of Transport

Efficient Transportation System

Supports efficient market access to products through investment in Canada's trade corridors; adopts and implements rules and policies that promote sufficient choice and improved service to Canadian travellers and shippers; and manages transportation assets to ensure value for Canadians.

Safe and Secure Transportation System

Ensures a safe and secure transportation system in Canada through laws, regulations, policies, and oversight activities.

Green and Innovative Transportation System

Advances the Government of Canada's environmental agenda in the transportation sector by reducing harmful air emissions; protects Canada's ocean and marine environments by reducing the impact of marine shipping; and affirms a commitment to innovation in the transportation sector

Internal Services

See introductory text.

Canadian Air Transport Security Authority

The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority is responsible for the delivery of effective and efficient screening of persons who access aircraft or restricted areas through screening points, the property in their possession or control, and the belongings or baggage that they give to an air carrier for transport. The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority Act also specifies that the delivery of screening services must be done in a consistent manner and in the public interest. Canadian Air Transport Security Authority has a mandate to provide security in four areas of aviation security: Pre-Board Screening; Hold Baggage Screening; Non-Passenger Screening; and Restricted Area Identity Card. In addition, under an agreement it concluded with Transport Canada in 2010, Canadian Air Transport Security Authority is authorized to conduct screening, where capacity exists, of cargo at 49 smaller airports.

Canadian Transportation Agency

Independent regulatory and dispute-resolution services for transportation providers and users

Set and enforce economic, accessibility, and air passenger protection rules for the national transportation system; resolve disputes between transportation service providers and users through facilitation, mediation, arbitration, and adjudication; and provide information to stakeholders and Canadians in general on the transportation system and their transportation-related rights and responsibilities.

Internal Services

See introductory text.

Marine Atlantic Inc.

To provide a safe, environmentally responsible, and quality ferry service between the Island of Newfoundland and the Province of Nova Scotia in a reliable, courteous, and cost effective manner.

The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited

Manage international bridges

Providing corporate oversight of the Canadian federal interests in the stewardship of international bridge assets of the Sault Ste. Marie International Bridge, Blue Water Bridge, Thousand Islands International Bridge and Seaway International Bridge Crossing. Managing international bridges with excellence in governance, best practices in portfolio management, organization of processes and strong relationships with stakeholders. Maintaining safe and secure international trade routes and enabling the efficient transit of people and goods.

VIA Rail Canada Inc.

To offer a national passenger rail transportation service that is safe, secure, efficient, reliable, and environmentally sustainable, and that meets the needs of travellers in Canada.

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