Expenditure Estimates for the Ministry of International Trade (2017-18)
The 2017-2018 Expenditure Estimates set out details of the operating and capital spending requirements of the Ministry of International Trade for the fiscal year commencing April 1, 2017.
Summary
The Ministry of International trade is the central hub of international trade for Ontario, driving partnerships and coordination across all ministries, municipalities, regions and businesses, and with the federal government, toward greater outcomes for Ontario. The Ministry is responsible for Ontario’s international trade strategy that positions Ontario as a global trading partner. The Ministry champions Ontario’s international economic and business interests with a strategic focus on scaling-up the province’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) through export support programs, and works to help Ontario businesses of all sizes increase and diversify their exports. The Ministry operates 13 International trade and Investment Offices in key global markets to advance Ontario’s economic interests and promote Ontario as a premier location to do business. The Ministry works with the Federal government to negotiate and implement new international free trade agreements to advance the interests of all Ontarians. The Ministry is also leading Ontario’s U.S. Trade Engagement strategy.
Ministry program summary
| Vote | Program | Estimates 2017-18 | Estimates 2016-17 | Difference Between 2017-18 and 2016-17 | Actual 2015-16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating expense | |||||
| 3301 | Ministry Administration | $3,507,700 | - | $3,507,700 | - |
| 3302 | International trade | $58,032,500 | $32,687,300 | $25,345,200 | $20,509,292 |
| Total operating expense to be voted | $61,540,200 | $32,687,300 | $28,852,900 | $20,509,292 | |
| Statutory appropriations | $64,014 | - | $64,014 | - | |
| Ministry total operating expense | $61,604,214 | $32,687,300 | $28,916,914 | $20,509,292 | |
| Capital expense | |||||
| 3301 | Ministry Administration | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - |
| Total capital expense to be voted | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - | |
| Statutory appropriations | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - | |
| Ministry total capital expense | $2,000 | - | $2,000 | - | |
| Capital assets | |||||
| 3301 | Ministry Administration | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - |
| Total capital assets to be voted | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - | |
| Ministry total capital assets | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - | |
| Ministry total operating and capital including consolidation and other adjustments (not including assets) | $61,606,214 | $32,687,300 | $28,918,914 | $20,509,292 |
Reconciliation to previously published data
| Operating expense | 2016-17 Estimates | 2015-16 Actual |
|---|---|---|
| Government reorganization | ||
| Transfer of functions from other Ministries | $32,687,300 | $20,509,292 |
| Restated total operating expense | $32,687,300 | $20,509,292 |
Ministry Administration - vote 3301
Ministry Administration includes the Offices of the Minister, Parliamentary Assistant, Deputy Minister and Communications, and provides strategic management, leadership and advice, and communications, information technology and administrative services in support of ministry and government priorities.
Vote summary
| Item number | Item | Estimates 2017-18 | Estimates 2016-17 | Difference Between 2017-18 and 2016-17 | Actual 2015-16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating expense | |||||
| 1 | Ministry Administration | $3,507,700 | - | $3,507,700 | - |
| Total operating expense to be voted | $3,507,700 | - | $3,507,700 | - | |
| S | Ministers' Salaries, the Executive Council Act | $47,841 | - | $47,841 | - |
| S | Parliamentary assistants' salaries, the Executive Council Act | $16,173 | - | $16,173 | - |
| Total statutory appropriations | $64,014 | - | $64,014 | - | |
| Total operating expense | $3,571,714 | - | $3,571,714 | - | |
| Capital expense | |||||
| 3 | International trade capital expense | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - |
| Total capital expense to be voted | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - | |
| S | Amortization, the Financial Administration Act | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - |
| Total statutory appropriations | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - | |
| Total capital expense | $2,000 | - | $2,000 | - | |
| Capital assets | |||||
| 2 | International trade Capital assets | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - |
| Total capital assets to be voted | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - | |
| Total capital assets | $1,000 | - | $1,000 | - |
Standard account by item and sub-items
| Vote-item number | Standard account by item and sub-items | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Operating expense | ||
| 3301-1 | Ministry Administration | |
Salaries and wages | $1,582,000 | |
Employee benefits | $167,000 | |
Transportation and communication | $47,000 | |
Services | $1,688,700 | |
Supplies and equipment | $23,000 | |
| Total operating expense to be voted | $3,507,700 | |
| Statutory appropriations | ||
| Statutory | Ministers' Salaries, the Executive Council Act | $47,841 |
| Statutory | Parliamentary assistants' salaries, the Executive Council Act | $16,173 |
| Total operating expense for Ministry Administration | $3,571,714 | |
| Capital expense | ||
| 3301-3 | International trade capital expense | |
Other transactions | $1,000 | |
| Total capital expense to be voted | $1,000 | |
| Statutory Appropriation | ||
Other transactions | ||
| Statutory | Amortization, the Financial Administration Act | $1,000 |
| Total capital expense for Ministry Administration | $2,000 | |
| Capital assets | ||
| 3301-2 | International trade Capital assets | |
Investments in tangible capital asset | $1,000 | |
| Total capital assets to be voted | $1,000 | |
| Total capital assets for Ministry Administration | $1,000 |
International trade - vote 3302
The Ministry of International trade (MIT) is responsible for Ontario’s international trade strategy that positions Ontario as a global trading partner and champions its international economic and business interests, with a strategic focus on scaling-up the province’s small and medium-sized enterprises through export support programs.
MIT works to accomplish its objectives by increasing the number and size of Ontario exporters; diversifying markets; deepening in-market relationships and raising Ontario’s economic and innovation profile abroad; developing Ontario as a destination for investment and trade; working with Ontario stakeholders; supporting the development and implementation of Ontario’s U.S. engagement strategy; working across government to ensure strong collaboration and information sharing; leveraging and expanding Ontario’s International trade and Investment Offices; and working with the federal government to negotiate and implement new international trade agreements.
Vote summary
| Item number | Item | Estimates 2017-18 | Estimates 2016-17 | Difference Between 2017-18 and 2016-17 | Actual 2015-16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating expense | |||||
| 1 | International trade | $58,032,500 | $32,687,300 | $25,345,200 | $20,509,292 |
| Total operating expense to be voted | $58,032,500 | $32,687,300 | $25,345,200 | $20,509,292 | |
| Total operating expense | $58,032,500 | $32,687,300 | $25,345,200 | $20,509,292 |
Standard account by item and sub-items
| Vote-item number | Standard account by item and sub-items | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Operating expense | ||
| 3302-1 | International trade | |
Salaries and wages | $13,634,200 | |
Employee benefits | $1,478,800 | |
Transportation and communication | $2,153,400 | |
Services | $36,370,200 | |
Supplies and equipment | $395,900 | |
Transfer payments | ||
Going global | $4,000,000 | |
| Total operating expense to be voted | $58,032,500 | |
| Total operating expense for international trade | $58,032,500 |
Footnotes
- footnote[1] Back to paragraph Total operating expenseincludes statutory appropriations, special warrants and total operating expense to be voted.