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Section II - Analysis of Program Activities by Strategic Outcome

Analysis by Program Activity

Strategic Outcome:

Protection and promotion of the health and safety of Canadians against the risks associated with assisted human reproduction technologies.

Program Activity #1: Licensing and Enforcement of a Regulatory Framework for Assisted Human Reproduction Technologies

(In the period leading up to the finalization of the regulations by Health Canada specific to licensing, AHRC will continue to focus on monitoring and enforcing compliance with regulated controlled activities under the AHR Act and on the development of a Regulatory Framework for Assisted Human Reproduction Technologies.)

Financial Resources

(in $ thousands)

2008-09	2009-10	2010-11
$7,803	$5,950	$5,950

Human Resources

2008-09	2009-10	2010-11
22 FTE	22 FTE	22 FTE

Objective

To develop the necessary infrastructure to monitor and enforce compliance with the AHR legislative and regulatory framework immediately upon its coming into force.

Description:

AHRC would achieve this objective by:

• developing guidance documents, administrative polices, and electronic tracking systems for the licensing and inspection of AHR clinics and facilities;
• enlisting the participation or support of key stakeholder groups, professional associations, Colleges, and licensing and accreditation bodies in the development of other relevant supporting policy instruments (e.g., standards, national guidelines, accreditation models, etc.); and
• developing, through a broad and inclusive process of consultation with key stakeholders, a Personal Health Information Registry that may function as a component of a broader AHR surveillance network.

Expected results

The preliminary key results for this program activity include:

• an effective and efficient licensing and inspection framework; and
• a well-informed and engaged stakeholder community.

Performance measurement indicators

The performance indicators for the Agency are:

• once the regulations are passed, a documented licensing and inspection framework which is communicated to clinics and stakeholders and which sees inspections carried out on a basis consistent with the framework; and
• communicating the framework to the stakeholders by various means including direct contact, presentations at professional forums, literature and electronic means such as a website.

Program Activity #2: Health Information and Knowledge Management for Assisted Human Reproduction Technologies

(In the period leading up to the finalization of the regulations by Health Canada, AHRC will focus on developing the tools necessary to become a centre of expertise and a focal point for information on Assisted Human Reproduction.)

Financial Resources

(in $ thousands)

2008-09	2009-10	2010-11
$4,615	$4,574	$4,574

Human Resources

2008-09	2009-10	2010-11
22 FTE	22 FTE	22 FTE

Objective:

To become a centre of expertise and focal point of AHR information for policy makers, practitioners, patients, offspring born of AHR procedures, researchers and the Canadian public.

Description:

AHRC would achieve this objective by:

• developing a Personal Health Information Registry that may function as a component of a broader AHR surveillance network;
• establishing a Science Advisory Panel that can provide AHRC with value-added counsel and advice in relation to advances and emerging scientific issues related to Assisted Human Reproduction;
• partnering with the Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR) to ensure research AHRC's mandate be met in a timely, rigorous, transparent and cost-effective manner consistent with the terms of the MOU which AHRC is finalizing with CIHR;
• liaising with counterpart AHR agencies around the world with a view to sharing best-practices and encouraging common approaches to regulating the safety and effectiveness of AHR consistent with ethical principles;
• developing and maintaining a website with relevant information for patients, providers, practitioners and children born of assisted human reproduction, links to trusted websites, reports commissioned by AHRC, Board Agendas and Minutes, etc.;
• providing information for health professionals and the public on AHR matters or issues via newsletters, presentations at conferences, annual reports, brochures, and reports in journals; and
• working collaboratively with the provinces and territories to identify and reconcile issues of common concern and to develop an effective, efficient and seamless AHR regime that protects the health and safety of all Canadians and children born of AHR.

Expected Results

The preliminary key results for this program activity include:

• a Personal Health Information Registry that complements an eventual AHR surveillance network;
• establishment of a Science Advisory Panel;
• implementation of a research agenda pertaining to AHR;
• direct contact with counterpart international AHR agencies;
• an AHRC website and other tools to disseminate information;
• increased awareness of, and collaboration with, AHRC by stakeholders and the Canadian public; and
• identification and reconciliation of issues of common concern with the provinces.

Performance measurement indicators

The performance indicators for the Agency are:

• the successful development of a Personal Health Information Registry that is integrated into an overall surveillance network, once the regulations are developed;
• the successful establishment of a Science Advisory Panel;
• programs and initiatives to advance AHR research pertaining to AHRC's mandate;
• participation in and hosting of forums to exchange information with counterpart AHR Agencies;
• the successful launch of a website and other information tools that allow for external feedback;
• the increased flow of information on AHR to stakeholders and the public via a range of outreach vehicles and partnerships; and
• increased coordination and collaboration on AHR issues across jurisdictions.

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