The $115-million contribution program includes $3 million for administration costs by Transport Canada. Why is TC not absorbing the $3 million administration costs, allowing 100% of the funding announced to go towards affected ports and port facilities?
A. The management of such a large project imposes a significant burden on human and other resources. Without this allocation, Transport Canada would not be able to manage this project efficiently or effectively. The $3 million in administrative costs ($1 million a year for three years, roughly 2.5% of the contribution costs) is the minimum appropriate level to ensure sound management of such a program.
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