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CANADA

SUBSIDY PROGRAMS AIMED AT INDUSTRIAL SECTORS
Last Changes Made December 2008

Effective February 15, 2000, Import Administration began publishing “Decision Memos” to reduce the size of antidumping and countervailing duty Federal Register notices. In cases in which a Decision Memo was published, you will find a link to the memo listed below.

In addition, in the following programs, in instances below in which a proceeding was a Sunset Review, you will see the letters SR after the product name.

COUNTERVAILABLE SUBSIDY PROGRAMS

The subsidy programs listed below have been investigated by the Department and have been found to be "countervailable" in the cases listed and during the periods reviewed based on the criteria established in the Tariff and Trade Act of 1930, as amended. Please refer to this Act for further detail of the criteria applied. In addition, you may click on the cases listed below the subsidy program title for a full explanation of the Department's analysis in those cases.

AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS:

Agricultural Products Board Program or Agricultural Stabilization Act
[Federal Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final) not used
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47469 (9/9/97 -prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52434 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final) not used
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final)
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)
Red Raspberries (1984/85) 50 FR 42574 (10/21/85-prelim); Investigation Suspended (1/9/86); Investigation Terminated (10/30/91) not used

This program provides price stabilization of named and designated agricultural commodities, including cattle; hogs; lambs and wool; industrial milk and cream; corn and soy beans; and spring wheat, winter wheat, oats and barley not produced in the designated area as defined by the Canadian Wheat Board.

Alberta Crown Lands Basic Grazing Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

Alberta has developed a system for granting grazing rights on public land. Through Alberta Agriculture and Municipal Affairs, over 10.5 million acres of land are managed by the GOA including a grazing component of approximately two million animal unit months ("AUM's"). Because the use of the Alberta Crown Lands Basic Grazing Program is limited to people grazing livestock, the Department determined that the program is specific under section 771(5A)(D)(i) of the Act.

Alberta Feeder Associations Guarantee Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

The Alberta Feeder Associations Guarantee Act was established in 1938 to encourage banks to lend to cattle producers. Under this program, up to 15 percent of the principal amount of commercial loans taken out by feeder associations for the acquisition of cattle is guaranteed. Because eligibility is limited to feeder associations located in Alberta, the program is countervailable.

Alberta Grant to Fletcher's Fine Foods

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

No program description available.

British Columbia Raspberry Producers' Farm Income Plan (FIP)

Red Raspberries (1984/85) 50 FR 42574 (10/21/85-prelim); Investigation Suspended (1/9/86); Investigation Terminated (10/30/91)

The FIP assures raspberry producers in British Columbia a specified level of return on estimated production costs.

Farm Credit Canada Financing ("FCC"): Flexi-Hog Loan Program ("FHLP")

Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo

The FHLP program, administered by the FCC, was established in May 2000. This program offered hog producers fixed or variable-rate, long- term loans with flexible repayment terms. Specifically, swine producers had the option of deferring their principal repayments for these loans for as much as one year up to three separate times during the life of the loan. The FHLP program was merged into the FCC's Flexi-Farm product in December 2003. We determined that these loans are a countervailable subsidy because they are a direct transfer of funds within the meaning of section 771(5)(D)(i) of the Act. These loans are also specific as a matter of law within the meaning of section 771(5A)(D)(i) of the Act because they are limited to producers of live swine. Finally, we determined that a benefit exists for these loans pursuant to section 771(5)(E)(ii) of the Act and 19 CFR 351.505. Accordingly, we found that these loans confer countervailable subsidies pursuant to section 771(5) of the Act.

Farm Improvement and Marketing Cooperative Loans Act (FIMCLA)

Fresh Cut Flowers (1985) 51 FR 37925 (10/27/86-prelim); 52 FR 2134 (1/20/87-final)
Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)
Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)

FIMCLA provides federal government guarantees on loans extended by private commercial banks and other lending institutions to farmers across Canada. Created in 1987, the purpose of this program is to increase the availability of loans for the improvement and development of farms and the marketing, processing and distribution of farm products by cooperative associations. Therefore, we determined that these loan guarantees are countervailable subsidies, to the extent that they lower the cost of borrowing, within the meaning of section 771(5) of the Act.

Government of Canada Guarantee of Canadian Wheat Board

Durum Wheat (8/01-7/02)(SR) (Expedited Review - no prelim); 69 FR 61799 (10/21/04-final) not countervailable
Durum Wheat (8/1/01-7/31/02) 68 FR 11374 (3/10/03-prelim); 68 FR 52747 (9/5/03-final); Decision Memo

Until 1998, the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) was an agent Crown Corporation of Canada, which enabled the CWB to have its borrowing guaranteed by this relationship. We determined that the GOC's guarantee of the CWB's borrowing is a countervailable subsidy. By providing this guarantee, the GOC has provided a financial contribution in the form of a potential direct transfer of funds, within the meaning of section 771(5)(D)(i) of the Act. This guarantee is limited to the CWB and, therefore, specific within the meaning of section 771(5A)(D)(iii)(I) of the Act. Therefore, this program is countervailable.

Manitoba Agricultural Credit Corporation ("MACC") Financing: Diversification Loan ("DLG") Program and Enhanced Diversification Loan Guarantee ("EDLG") Program

Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo

MACC administers both the DLG and the EDLG programs. The DLG program was introduced in December 1995 and was terminated on March 31, 2001. The EDLG program replaced the DLG program on April 1, 2001. Both programs assist producers in diversifying their current operations and/ or adding value to commodities produced on the farm. Under the DLG program, the GOM, through MACC, provided a loan guarantee for 25 percent of the principal provided by private sector lenders for the lesser of the term of the loan or 15 years. The EDLG Program operates in much the same manner as the DLG Program with a few differences. Under the EDLG program, there are no limits on the amount of money that a participant in the program can borrow, and the limitation on the number of shareholders per project was eliminated. We determined that this program provides a countervailable subsidy as it provides a financial contribution, as described in section 771(5)(D)(i) of the Act and a benefit to the recipient.

Manitoba Cattle Feeder Associations Loan Guarantee Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

The Manitoba Cattle Feeder Association Loan Guarantee Program was established in 1991 to assist in the diversification of Manitoba farm operations. The program guarantees 25 percent of the principal amount of loans for the acquisition of livestock by feeder associations. Because eligibility is limited to feeder associations located in Manitoba, we determined that the program is specific and therefore countervailable.

Manitoba Crown Lands Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

Agricultural Crown land is managed by Manitoba Agriculture Crown Lands ("MACL") whose primary objective is to administer the disposition of Crown lands and to improve the lands' productivity. Crown agricultural land is made available to farmers through cultivation and grazing leases. Lease holders are required to pay an amount-in-lieu of municipal taxes as well as to construct and maintain fences and watering facilities. MACL sets rental rates each year by multiplying the number of AUMs the leased land is capable of producing in an average year by an annual AUM rental rate. The AUM rental rate is based on recovering the administrative costs for the program using the previous year's actual costs. Because use of the Manitoba Crown Lands Program is limited to people involved in grazing livestock, we determined that the program is specific under section 771(5A)(D)(i) of the Act.

New Brunswick Livestock Incentives Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final)
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47467 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52431 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final) not used
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

This program provides loan guarantees to livestock producers purchasing cattle, sheep, swine, foxes, and mink for breeding purposes, and for feeding and finishing livestock for slaughter.

New Brunswick Swine Industry Financial Restructuring and Agricultural Development Act -- "Swine Assistance Program"
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final)
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47468 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52432 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final) not used
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

This program provides interest subsidies on medium-term loans to hog producers.

Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation Agriculture Assistance

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

This Fund focuses on funding infrastructure improvements and development opportunities in northern Ontario. Assistance is available through forgivable performance loans, incentive term loans, and loan guarantees. Because benefits under this program are only available in northern Ontario, we determined that this program is regionally specific, and, therefore, countervailable.

Nova Scotia Improved Sire Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final) not used
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47468 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52434 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final) not used
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)

This program provides grants to pure bred and commercial swine producers for the purchase of boars.

Nova Scotia Swine Herd Health Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47469 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52434 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture and Marketing administers this herd health program which reimburses veterinarians for house calls made to producers of commercial and pure bred breeding livestock.

Ontario Bear Damage to Livestock Compensation Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)
Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final) not used
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47466 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52430 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final) not used
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used

This program provides compensation for the destruction of, or injury to, certain types of livestock by bears.

Ontario Feeder Cattle Loan Guarantee Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

The Ontario Feeder Cattle Loan Program was established in 1990 to assist cattle producers. The program provides a start-up grant of $10,000 to new feeder associations and a 25 percent government guarantee on loans to associations for the purchase and sale of cattle. Because eligibility is limited to feeder associations, we determined that this program is specific and therefore countervailable.

Ontario Greenhouse Energy Efficiency Program (GEEP)

Fresh Cut Flowers (1985) 51 FR 37925 (10/27/86-prelim); 52 FR 2134 (1/20/87-final)

The purpose of this program is to make grants to greenhouse growers by contributing to the capital cost of retrofitting existing greenhouses in Ontario with certain energy-saving equipment and materials. Under the terms of the program, growers may receive grants of one-third of the capital costs of one or more of the projects. Since Ontario GEEP grants are made only to producers growing food or ornamentals in greenhouses, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries.

Ontario Livestock and Poultry and Honeybee Compensation Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)
Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final)
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47466 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52430 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52409 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)

This program provides grants to compensate producers for livestock and poultry injured or killed by wolves, coyotes, or dogs.

Ontario Marketing Assistance Program for Pork (MAPP)

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

This program assists Ontario pork processors in their efforts to improve domestic market prospects for pork sales and to sustain and enhance their ability to compete in global pork markets. Pork packers and processors receive grants of 25 percent of the total cost of plant upgrading, new technology adoption or new product development. Because this program provides grants to pork processors only, we determined that it is limited to a specific enterprise or industry or group of enterprises or industries and was therefore countervailable.

Ontario Rabies Indemnification Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)
Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final) not used
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47469 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52434 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26885 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52409 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final)
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)

This program compensates livestock producers, including producers of cattle, horses, sheep, swine, and goats, for damage caused by rabies.

Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Community Pasture Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

The Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Administration ("PFRA") was created in the 1930s to rehabilitate drought and soil drifting areas in the Provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta. The goal of the common Pasture Program is to utilize the resource primarily for the summer grazing of cattle to encourage long-term production of high quality cattle. At these pastures, the PFRA offers grazing privileges and optional breeding services for fees as established by PFRA. The fees are based upon recovery of the costs associated with the grazing and breeding services. This program is limited to Canadian farmers involved in raising livestock and is therefore countervailable.

Provision of Government-Owned and Leased Railcars

Durum Wheat (8/01-7/02)(SR) (Expedited Review - no prelim); 69 FR 61799 (10/21/04-final) not countervailable
Durum Wheat (8/1/01-7/31/02) 68 FR 11374 (3/10/03-prelim); 68 FR 52747 (9/5/03-final); Decision Memo

The GOC, GOA, and GOS purchased railway hopper cards and provided them to the Canadian Pacific Railway and the Canadian National Railway to use for transporting Western Grain. As a prerequisite for their use, the railways had to sign use agreements with the governments. We determined that the use of these railway cards provided a financial contribution. We also determined that the railway companies were providing the railcar services for less than adequate remuneration due to their agreements with the Government of Canada. Therefore, we determined that this program is countervailable.

Quebec Meat Sector Rationalization Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

Under this program, the Quebec Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food provides technical assistance and grants for the establishment, standardization, expansion, or modernization of slaughter houses, processing plants, or plants preparing foods containing meat. All businesses operating or wishing to operate such a facility were qualified to participate in this program.

Quebec Regional Development Assistance Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final)
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

This program consists of four subprograms: 1) Soil upgrading; 2) consolidation of cattle and sheep production; 3) assistance for transporting livestock; and, 4) marketing assistance. The livestock transportation subprogram is the only one available to hog producers. This subprogram provides financial assistance to eligible producers for transporting animals to a government inspected slaughterhouse or to a public market.

Quebec Special Credits For Hog Producers
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

Agricultural producers are eligible for reimbursement of interest on low-interest loans made by chartered banks or savings and loan associations during critical periods. Critical periods are defined as natural disasters, an unexpected and uncontrollable drop in prices, or a lower than designated level of production in a designated region for reasons beyond the control of producers.

Record Of Performance Program
[Federal/Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

This is a joint federal and provincial herd testing program for the purpose of improving breeding stock and developing high quality pork at minimal production costs. The program identifies and ranks genetically superior animals whose progeny could potentially command increased market prices.

Saskatchewan Breeder Associations Loan Guarantee Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

The Saskatchewan Breeder Associations Loan Guarantee Program was established in 1991 to facilitate the establishment of cattle breeder associations, in an effort to promote cattle breeding in Saskatchewan. The program is administered by the Livestock and Veterinary Operations Branch of the Saskatchewan Agriculture and Food Department. This agency provides a guarantee on 25 percent of the principal amount of loans to breeder associations for the purchase of certain breeding cattle. Because eligibility is limited to feeder associations, we determine that the program is specific under section 771(5A)(D)(i) of the Act.

Saskatchewan Feeder Associations Loan Guarantee Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

The Saskatchewan Feeder Associations Loan Guarantee Program was established in 1984 to facilitate the establishment of cattle feeder associations in order to promote cattle feeding in Saskatchewan. The program is administered by the Livestock and Veterinary Operations Branch of the Saskatchewan Agriculture and Food Department. This agency provides a government guarantee for 25 percent of the principal amount on loans to feeder associations for the purchase of feeder heifers and steers. Eligibility for the guarantees is limited to feeder associations with at least twenty members over the age of eighteen, who are not active in other feeder associations.

Saskatchewan Financial Assistance for Livestock and Irrigation
[Provincial Program]

Under this program, low-interest long-term loans, grants, and loan guarantees are made available to farmers for the acquisition and production of livestock, including swine, and to finance irrigation of farmland.

Saskatchewan Livestock and Horticultural Facilities Incentives Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)
Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo

The LHFIP was created by the GOS in June 1997 to rebate the provincial sales tax (``PST'') paid on construction materials and equipment for livestock and horticultural facilities. Specifically, this program allowed for an annual refund of the PST (which was called the education and health tax at the time of the program's creation) paid on building materials and stationary equipment used in livestock operations, greenhouses, or storage facilities for vegetables, raw fruits, medicinal plants, herbs and spices. We determined this program provides a countervailable subsidy because the tax benefits were financial contributions, and the program was limited to the livestock and horticultural industries.

Saskatchewan Pasture Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

This program is designed to provide supplemental grazing to Saskatchewan livestock producers and maintain grazing and other fragile lands in permanent cover to promote soil stability. Through these pastures, the Saskatchewan Agriculture and Food offers grazing, breeding, and health services of each pasture. This benefit is limited to Canadian farmers involved in grazing livestock, the Department determined that the program is specific, and therefore, countervailable.

Saskatchewan Short-Term Hog Loan Program

Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo

The STHLP was created by the GOS in October 2002. Under the program, hog producers could receive three-year, variable- rate loans that did not require repayment until either (1) hog prices rose above C$150 per hundred kilograms or (2) no later than May 1, 2004, with all loans and accrued interest going into repayment at that time. We determined that these loans are a direct transfer of funds within the meaning of section 771(5)(D)(i) of the Act. These loans are also specific as a matter of law within the meaning of section 771(5A)(D)(i) of the Act because they are limited to producers of mature and weanling hogs. Therefore, these loans are countervailable.

Technology Innovation Program Under the Agri-Food Agreement
[Federal/Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47464 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2204 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52433 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)

This program provides grants to producers within a designated geographical region of Canada (i.e., Quebec) for technology innovation.

FISHERIES

Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) Promotions Branch

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The function of the Promotions Branch is to promote fish products generically. the Promotions Branch has run advertising campaigns, published and distributed promotional materials, developed and tested new recipes, organized an educational program for retailers, and funded attendance at fairs and exhibitions.

Fishing Vessel Insurance Plan

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

Established in 1953 and administered by the Economic Programs Branch of the DFO, the Fishing Vessel Insurance Plan insures fishermen against abnormal losses. The Plan covers losses or damage caused by perils at sea, accidents in loading, discharging or handling cargo, accidents occurring on dry-docks, explosions on shipboard, and the negligence of master, officers, crew or pilots, provided that any loss or damage has not resulted from lack of due diligence.

New Brunswick Fish Unloading Systems and Icemaking Program (FUSIP)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

FUSIP provides grants for fish chilling facilities for both boats and plants to improve the quality of landed fish and fish products. Eligible applicants include both owners of fishing vessels and fish processing facilities. Assistance is provided on the basis of 50 percent of the total cost of the ice chilling facility or equipment up to a maximum of $15,000 per application.

New Brunswick Insurance Premium Prepayment Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

Under this program, short-term loans are available through the NBFDB to pay for insurance premiums. Because loans under this program are available exclusively to fishermen, and are provided on terms inconsistent with commercial considerations, we determined that benefits under this program are countervailable.

New Brunswick Loans from the Fisheries Development Board (NBFDB)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

In accordance with the Fisheries Development Act of 1977, the NBFDB provides financial assistance for such things as the construction of new fishing vessels, purchase of used boats, repairs and conversions, insurance premiums, and equipment purchases. The Board also administers a fish chilling grant program to assist in providing fish chilling facilities either for boats or plants.

New Brunswick Technical Services

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The Technical Services Branch of the New Brunswick Department of Fisheries provides assistance to the fishing industry under three programs: the Aquatic Resources Program, the Fishing Vessel and Gear Program, and the Infrastructure Program.

Newfoundland Construction and Repair of Fisheries Facilities

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of Newfoundland offers grants to local commercial fishermen committees to purchase materials necessary for building and repairing fisheries and marine facilities. A large percentage of expenditures go to infrastructure projects available to all boat users. However, some grants go strictly to fisheries facilities. Because these grants are provided only to commercial fishermen, we determine that assistance for fisheries facilities is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Newfoundland Enhancement of Fishing Opportunities

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of Newfoundland awards funding for special research and development projects aimed at improving the techniques used in the Newfoundland fishing industry. Because we have no information on other research and development projects funded by the government of Newfoundland, nor information on the availability of research results, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Newfoundland Grants for Purchasing and Constructing Boats

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of Newfoundland operates two programs that provide grants for purchasing and constructing fishing vessels--the Fishing Ship Bounty Program and the Small Fishing Boat Bounty Program. Grants are provided to fishermen for the construction and purchase of fishing vessels subject to stringent technical standards. Because benefits under these programs are available only for certain vessels used by professional fishermen, we determined that these programs are limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and are countervailable.

Newfoundland Grants for the Rebuilding and Repair of Fishing and Coastal Vessels (RRFCV)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

This program provides grants for the reconstruction of ships measuring 35 feet or more, covering up to 35 percent of approved costs of repair or rebuilding. Any work approved by the FLB must be performed in Newfoundland shipyards. To be eligible, a ship owner must be a resident of Newfoundland for at least a year. As in the grant programs for new construction of ships, rebuilding and repair must meet the technical specifications laid down by the regulations. The RRFCV provides grants for both fishing vessels and commercial vessels that are engaged in coastal trade. Because benefits under this program are provided only for commercial vessels used by two specific industries--commercial fishing and coastal transport, we determined that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Newfoundland Loan Guarantees from the Fisheries Loan Board

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The FLB guarantees 20 percent of the aggregate amount of chartered banks' term loans to fishermen for the purchase or construction of fishing vessels. There apparently is no charge for the guarantees. Because these loan guarantees are provided at no charge and exclusively to the fishing industry, we determined that they are limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and are provided on terms inconsistent with commercial considerations; hence, they are countervailable.

Newfoundland Loans from the Fisheries Loan Board

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

Under the direction of the FLB and pursuant to the Fisheries Loan Act of 1970, the government of Newfoundland provides long-term loans for the development and improvement of the fishing industry. Because this program is limited to one specific industry, we determined that it was countervailable.

Newfoundland Marketing Assistance

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of Newfoundland offers grants for marketing assistance, designed to encourage consolidation of marketing by small processors to offset the market advantages exercised by the larger processing companies. Because grants under this program are provided only to fish processors, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Newfoundland Operation of Fisheries Facilities and Services

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of Newfoundland provides grants to Newfoundland commercial fishermen under the Longline Program, a program designed to encourage them to use longlines in their operations. Because grants under this program are provided only to commercial fishermen, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Nova Scotia Industrial Development Division Grants

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The Industrial Development Division (IDD) of the Nova Scotia Department of Fisheries administers assistance programs designed as incentives for development of the fishing industry of Nova Scotia. Grants may be provided on a 50 percent cost-sharing basis to a maximum of $15,000 per location per fiscal year. Each program is designed to encourage technological innovations and to improve the quality of the fishing industry as a whole. Because these programs are limited to a specific industry or group of industries, we determined that they are countervailable.

Nova Scotia Loans from the Fisheries Loan Board

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The NSFLB, established by the Fisheries Development Act (FDA), administers a loan program designed to make loans and loan guarantees to professional fishermen in order to encourage, sustain, improve and develop the fishing industry of Nova Scotia. Under the regulations pursuant to the FDA, loans are to be made to professional fishermen for the purpose of building, purchasing, or upgrading boats, developing aquaculture, and assisting the fishing industry generally. Loans under the NSFLB are limited to one specific industry, the fishing industry. We also determined that these loans were made on terms inconsistent with commercial considerations.

Prince Edward Island Commercial Fisherman's Investment Incentive Program (CFIIP)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The CFIIP, which was created in 1983, provides interest reduction grants to all P.E.I. fishermen who are holders of bona fide fishing permits. Eligible projects include new or used capital asset purchases, acquisition of fishing enterprises and fishing privileges, repairs to capital items and working capital loans. lending institutions. Because benefits under this program are available only to commercial fishermen, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Prince Edward Island Engine Conversion Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

This program provides grants to fisherman to help defray the initial costs of conversion from gasoline to diesel engines. Participation is voluntary and is available to all P.E.I. fishermen with a commercial fishing license and who own vessels powered by gasoline engines. The assistance covers 25 percent of the capital cost to a maximum of $2,500 for new diesel engines installed in existing vessels with gasoline engines. Because benefits under this program are available only for vessels used by professional fishermen, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Prince Edward Island Fishing Industry Technology Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of P.E.I. operates the Fishing Industry Technology Program. This program was initiated to assess opportunities for application of computer technology in the P.E.I. fishing industry. During 1984, a grant was provided to a major fish processor in Kings County for software development and training to upgrade its existing computer system. The software was designed to give better control on yield of fillets on groundfish species. Because benefits under this program are provided exclusively to the fishing industry, we determine that they are limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and are countervailable.

Prince Edward Island Fresh Fish Marketing Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of P.E.I. operates the Fresh Fish Marketing Program. Under this program, the DFL, in association with P.E.I. groundfish processors, entered into a contract arrangement with a New England marketing firm to market fresh P.E.I. groundfish in the New England market. Because this program promotes exports, we determine that assistance under this program confers benefits which constitute export subsidies.

Prince Edward Island Near and Offshore Vessel Assistance Program (FVSP)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The NOVAP was established in 1982. NOVAP provides grants for offshore vessels as well as near-shore vessels. The level of assistance for near-shore vessels varies according to capital costs and the weight and length of the vessel. Fishermen must agree to provide catch and other data and keep the vessel in the P.E.I. fishing industry for a period of 10 years. Because benefits under this program are available only for certain vessels used by professional fishermen, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Prince Edward Island Onboard Fish Handling Systems Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of P.E.I. operates the Onboard Fish Handling Systems Program. The government provides assistance to commercial vessel owners at the rate of 25 percent of the installed capital cost, to a maximum of $10,000, for onboard fish gutting machinery and fish cooling units. Because benefits under this program are provided exclusively to the fishing industry, we determine that they are limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and are countervailable.

Prince Edward Island Technical Upgrading Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

This program provides funding to commercial fishermen and processors to attend industry meetings and receive specialized training. Because grants under this program are provided exclusively to the fishing industry, we determine that they are limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and are countervailable.

Prince Edward Island Technology Improvements Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of P.E.I. operates the Technology Improvements Program. This program provides financial assistance to processing firms for leasing particular machinery on a trial basis to assess the suitability and economic benefit to the firm's operations. During the 1984 fishing season, three plants participated in the program. Because grants under this program are provided exclusively to the fishing industry, we determine that they are limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries.

Quebec Gear Subsidy Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

This program provides grants to professional fishermen to reimburse 25 percent of the purchase price of hooks, leaders, lines and metallic shellfish traps. To be eligible for this program, fishermen must purchase materials from Quebec suppliers for the construction of the gear. Because benefits under this program are available only for gear used by professional fishermen, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Quebec Grants for Engine Purchases

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of Quebec provides grants to commercial fishermen for the purchase of engines for boats measuring less than 35 feet. Because grants under this program are provided only to commercial fishermen, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Quebec Grants for Fish Transport and Seafood Processing Tanks

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of Quebec provides financial assistance for fish transport and the purchase of processing tanks. Grants over 50 percent of the acquisition costs of approved tanks and reservoirs. Because this program provides benefits exclusively to the fishing industry, we determine that it is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Quebec Grants to Processing Enterprises for Capital Equipment

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of Quebec will assume 20 percent of the cost of eligible capital equipment for processing firms wishing to modernize their plants in conformance with construction and operation standards set forth in the Agricultural, Marine and Food Products Act. Because these grants are available only to the fishing industry, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Quebec Ice Making and Fish Chilling Assistance

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of Quebec operates ice-making equipment and cold-storage warehouses to provide commercial fishermen and processing firms with an inexpensive source of fish chilling operations. The government produces ice which the annual report states is then sold to processing plants at a price equal to its production costs, and to Quebec fishermen at a price equal to 53 percent of production costs. It also offers space in cold storage warehouses operated by the Equipment Management Division to processing firms during temporary shortfalls in commercial cold storage space. Because these benefits are provided only to the fishing industry, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries.

Quebec Insurance Premium Subsidy Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

This program, established in 1981,provides reimbursements to eligible participants equal to 50 percent of the cost of fishing vessel insurance. Benefits are available to professional harvesters who own fishing vessels, and to fishing corporations whose members conduct fishing operations. If the harvester transfers or sells the boat or if the insurance is prematurely cancelled, a pro-rated portion of the grant must be repaid to MAFF. We determine this program to be limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and countervailable.

Quebec Large Vessel Construction Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of Quebec provides grants for the construction of boats measuring more than 35 feet. A commercial fisherman is required to demonstrate that 75 percent of earned income derives from fishing and undertake to use the vessel in fishing operations for a minimum of five years. Because grants under this program are provided only to commercial fishermen, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

Quebec Loans from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The government of Quebec offers loans to commercial fishermen for the construction of new vessels, repair of used vessels and equipment, and consolidation of debt. Because benefits under this program are available only to commercial fishermen, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries.

Quebec Vessel Construction Assistance Program (VCAP)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

This program, which was established in 1972 and originally administered by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism, provides grants to professional fishermen to reimburse a portion of the cost of a boat. Only boats measuring between 25 and 35 feet that are constructed with materials from Quebec and equipped with storage containers which correspond to the regulations of the Quebec Standards Bureau qualify under the VCAP. If the fishermen sells the boat within 5 years without MAFF authorization, a pro-rated portion of the grant must be repaid. Because benefits under this program are available only for certain vessels used by professional fishermen, we determine that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is countervailable.

LUMBER

Alberta Stumpage Program

Softwood Lumber (4/04-3/05) 71 FR 33931 (6/12/06-prelim); 71 FR 61714 (10-19-06-Review rescinded; Order revoked
Softwood Lumber (4/03-3/04) 70 FR 33088 (6/7/05-prelim); 70 FR 73448 (12/12/05-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 333203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction
Softwood Lumber (2002) 68 FR 62055 (10/31/03-prelim); 68 FR 4489 (1/30/04-final); Decision Memo not used
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 68 FR 65879 (11/24/03-prelim & partial rescission); 69 FR 10985 (3/9/04-final); Decision Memo"
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 66 FR 43186 (8/17/01-prelim); 67 FR 15545 (4/2/02-final); Decision Memo; Amended

The province of Alberta provides stumpage under three main tenure arrangements: (1) Forest Management Agreements (FMAs), (2) Timber Quota Certificates (quotas), and (3) Commercial Timber Permits (CTPs). FMAs are mainly used by integrated and larger timber companies, quotas are used more by medium-sized companies, and CTPs primarily are used by smaller ones. We determined that this program was industry and regional specific and provided a countervailable benefit.

Alberta Timber Salvage Incentive Program

Softwood Lumber (1985/86) 51 FR 37453 (10/22/86-prelim); No final. See Determination under Presidential Proclamation 5595not used
Softwood Lumber (1981) 48 FR 10395 (3/11/83-prelim): 48 FR 24159 (5/31/83-final)

This program provides the incentive of Canadian $34 per thousand board foot of lumber manufactured from fire-killed and beetle-killed timber. These payments are available only to producers of lumber and are therefore countervailable.

British Columbia Payments Associated with Tenure Reclamation Protected Area Forest Compensation Act

Softwood Lumber (4/04-3/05) 71 FR 33931 (6/12/06-prelim); 71 FR 61714 (10-19-06-Review rescinded; Order revoked
Softwood Lumber (2003) 70 FR 22848 (5/3/05-prelim); 70 FR 56640 (9/28/05-final); Decision Memo new shipper not used
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); not used

The Protected Area Forests Compensation Act (PAFCA) clarifies the rights of certain tenure holders whose tenures have been taken back by the GOBC. Specifically, the program provides a means through which qualifying tenure holders may seek compensation from the GOBC pursuant to negotiation or third-party arbitration. Payment of compensation under PAFCA is administered by the B.C. Ministry of Forests and Range. We determined that GOBC provided compensation settlements under the PAFCA and FRA in the form of cash in exchange for land rights that were provided for little or no money. Therefore, this program is countervailable.

British Columbia Stumpage Programs

Softwood Lumber (4/04-3/05) 71 FR 33931 (6/12/06-prelim); 71 FR 61714 (10-19-06-Review rescinded; Order revoked
Softwood Lumber (4/03-3/04) 70 FR 33088 (6/7/05-prelim); 70 FR 73448 (12/12/05-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (2003) 70 FR 22848 (5/3/05-prelim); 70 FR 56640 (9/28/05-final); Decision Memo new shipper
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction
Softwood Lumber (2002) 68 FR 62055 (10/31/03-prelim); 68 FR 4489 (1/30/04-final); Decision Memo not used
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 68 FR 65879 (11/24/03-prelim & partial rescission); 69 FR 10985 (3/9/04-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 66 FR 43186 (8/17/01-prelim); 67 FR 15545 (4/2/02-final); Decision Memo; Amended

The government of British Columbia provides stumpage at administratively-set prices that, even after accounting for differences in forest management and harvesting obligations, are generally lower than the benchmark stumpage prices that the government obtains from other companies, we determined that the B.C. provincial government is providing stumpage for less than adequate remuneration. This program, is, therefore, countervailable.

British Columbia Private Forest Property Tax Program
Softwood Lumber (4/04-3/05) 71 FR 33931 (6/12/06-prelim); 71 FR 61714 (10-19-06-Review rescinded; Order revoked
Softwood Lumber (4/03-3/04) 70 FR 33088 (6/7/05-prelim); 70 FR 73448 (12/12/05-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) Post-Prelim (10/22/04); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction

B.C.’s property tax system has two classes of private forest land—Class 3, “unmanaged forest land,” and Class 7, “managed forest land”—that incurred different tax rates in the 1990s through the POR. Record evidence shows generally lower property tax rates for Class 7 than for Class 3 land at all levels of tax authority for most, though not all, taxes. We determined that this program is countervailable as it confers a benefit and is specific.

Forest Renewal British Columbia

Softwood Lumber (4/04-3/05) 71 FR 33931 (6/12/06-prelim); 71 FR 61714 (10-19-06-Review rescinded; Order revoked
Softwood Lumber (4/03-3/04) 70 FR 33088 (6/7/05-prelim); 70 FR 73448 (12/12/05-final); Decision Memo not countervailable
Softwood Lumber (2003) 70 FR 22848 (5/3/05-prelim); 70 FR 56640 (9/28/05-final); Decision Memo new shipper not used
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 68 FR 65879 (11/24/03-prelim & partial rescission); 69 FR 10985 (3/9/04-final); Decision Memo not used
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 68 FR 24717 (5/8/03-prelim & partial rescission); 69 FR 10982 (3/9/04-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 66 FR 43186 (8/17/01-prelim); 67 FR 15545 (4/2/02-final); Decision Memo; Amended

Forest Renewal B.C. provided grants directly to softwood lumber producers. These grants have been provided to softwood lumber producers in two ways: (1) As part of ad hoc arrangements between Forest Renewal B.C. and softwood lumber companies, and (2) as part of established grant programs. Because direct grant assistance is provided only to support the forest products industry, we determined that these grants are specific under section 771(5A)(D)(iv) of the Act. The provision of these grants constitute a financial contribution within the meaning of section 771(5)(D)(i) of the Act. Therefore, this program is countervailable.

Forest Industry Renewable Energy Program

The purpose of the program, which began in 1979, is to encourage the substitution of biomass energy sources for fossil fuels by companies that would otherwise have no economic incentive to do so. FIRE assistance is given in the form of taxable grants that are tied to the purchase of capital equipment (facilities for burning biomass in place of fossil fuels). Prior to April 1, 1981, funds were made available under the FIRE program only to "forest industry firms," Because the FIRE program by its terms limited eligibility for grants to a designated group of industries for the first two years of its existence, the Department determined that the benefits received by the producers of the products under investigation during that period conferred subsidies within the meaning of the Act.

Forestry Innovation Investment Program (FIIP)

Softwood Lumber (4/04-3/05) 71 FR 33931 (6/12/06-prelim); 71 FR 61714 (10-19-06-Review rescinded; Order revoked
Softwood Lumber (4/03-3/04) 70 FR 33088 (6/7/05-prelim); 70 FR 73448 (12/12/05-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (2003) 70 FR 22848 (5/3/05-prelim); 70 FR 56640 (9/28/05-final); Decision Memo new shipper not used
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction

The Forestry Innovation Investment Program came into effect on April 1, 2002. On March 31, 2003, FIIP was incorporated as Forestry Innovation Investment Ltd. (FII). We preliminarily have determined that the FII grants provided to support product development and international marketing are countervailable subsidies. The FII grants constitute financial contributions within the meaning of section 771(5)(D)(i) of the Act and provide benefits as set forth in 19 CFR 351.504. The grants are specific because they are limited to institutions and associations conducting projects related to wood products generally and softwood lumber, in particular. See, section 771(5A)(D)(i). Regarding the research sub-program, we preliminarily have determined that this research benefits commercial users of B.C.'s forests and, inter alia, producers of softwood lumber. Therefore, we have determined that the FII grants provided to support research are countervailable subsidies.

Manitoba Stumpage Program

The GOM makes standing timber available to those parties that have purchased harvesting rights. These rights entitle the purchaser to acquire timber at a price, known as the stumpage price, set by the Forestry Branch of the Department of Conservation, the agency responsible for administering the sale of standing timber of Crown lands. There are three ways to acquire timber cutting rights: (1) A Forest Management License (FML); (2) a Timber Sales Agreement (TSA); or (3) a Timber Permit (TP). In all cases, stumpage must be paid according to certain rules and regulations. We determined that this program is industry specific and regionally specific, and is, therefore, countervailable.

National Research Institutes Initiative

Softwood Lumber (4/03-3/04) 70 FR 33088 (6/7/05-prelim); 70 FR 73448 (12/12/05-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction

In May 2002, the GOC approved a total of C$75 million in grants to target new and existing export markets for wood products and to provide increased research and development to supplement innovation in the forest products sector. This total was allocated to three sub-programs under the administration of NRCAN, a part of the Canadian Forest Service. C$30 million was allocated to the National Research Institutes Initiative (NRII), a two-year program to provide salary support to three national research institutes: Forintek, the Forest Engineering Research Institute of Canada (FERIC) and the Pulp & Paper Research Institute of Canada (PAPRICAN). Because PAPRICAN's work is limited to pulp and paper, we preliminarily have determined that none of the funding PAPRICAN received conferred a countervailable subsidy on the softwood lumber industry. However, based on our review of the record, we preliminarily have determined that research undertaken by FERIC benefits commercial users of Canada's forests. Thus, government-funded R&D by FERIC benefits, inter alia, producers of softwood lumber. Similarly, we have found that Forintek's NRII operations, which pertain to resource utilization, tree and wood quality, and wood physics, also benefit, inter alia, softwood lumber. We preliminarily have determined that NRII grants to FERIC and Forintek constitute financial contributions within the meaning of section 771(5)(D)(i) of the Act and provide benefits as set forth under 19 CFR 351.504. We also preliminarily have determined that the grants are specific within the meaning of section 771(5A)(D)(i) of the Act because they are limited to FERIC and Forintek, which conduct research related to the forestry and logging industry, the wood products manufacturing industry, and the paper manufacturing industry. Therefore, we preliminarily have determined that FERIC's and Forintek's NRII funding provided a countervailable subsidy to the softwood lumber industry.

Ontario Stumpage Billing Deferral

Softwood Lumber (1985/86) 51 FR 37453 (10/22/86-prelim); No final. See Determination under Presidential Proclamation 5595
Softwood Lumber (1981) 48 FR 10395 (3/11/83-prelim); 48 FR 24159 (5/31/83-final)

In December 1981, the government of Ontario initiated a six-month program whereby billings for stumpage payments could be deferred for approved applicants. The program was extended for an additional six months. This program was available only to sawmills and was therefore countervailable.

Ontario Stumpage Program

The Government of Ontario (GOO) makes standing timber on Crown land available to those parties who have purchased harvesting rights. These rights, often referred to as stumpage rights, apply to a particular area of Crown land and entitle the purchaser to harvest standing timber at a price that is set by the GOO's Ministry of Natural Resources (OMNR). License holders are responsible for forest planning, information gathering, monitoring, basic silviculture, and road building costs. However, the GOO reimburses many silviculture costs. In addition, the overall provincial price for stumpage on Crown lands is calculated according to four component charges: (1) The minimum charge, (2) the forest renewal charge, (3) the forest futures charge, and (4) the residual value charge. Ontario reports that some of these component charges differ depending on end product market prices. The minimum charge is set administratively every year depending on the species and the destination of the harvested timber, i.e., whether it is destined for a saw mill or a pulp and paper mill. Because this program is limited to a specific region and a specific industry, we determined that it was countervailable.

Payments to the Canadian Lumber Trade Alliance (CLTA) & Independent Lumber Remanufacturers Association (ILRA)

Softwood Lumber (4/03-3/04) 70 FR 33088 (6/7/05-prelim); 70 FR 73448 (12/12/05-final); Decision Memo not countervailable
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction

In March 2003, the GOC Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT) approved a total of C$15 million in grants under separate agreements with the CLTA and ILRA to underwrite the administrative and communications costs incurred by these forest products industry associations as a result of the Canada-U.S. softwood lumber dispute. Of the approved sums, the DFAIT disbursed C$14.85 million to the CLTA and C$75,000 to the ILRA during the POR. We preliminarily have determined that this program provided a financial contribution in the form of a grant within the meaning of section 771(5)(D)(i) of the Act and conferred a benefit as set forth under 19 CFR 351.504. Because the program provided grants to two associations, CLTA and ILRA, we preliminarily have determined that it is specific within the meaning of section 771(5A)(D)(i) of the Act. Therefore, we preliminarily have determined that the GOC grants to CLTA and ILRA provide a countervailable subsidy to the softwood lumber industry.

Private Forest Development Program ("PFDP")

Hardwood Flooring (1995) 61 FR 59079 (11/20/96-prelim); 62 FR 5206 (2/4/97-final) not used
Softwood Lumber (4/04-3/05) 71 FR 33931 (6/12/06-prelim); 71 FR 61714 (10-19-06-Review rescinded; Order revoked
Softwood Lumber (4/03-3/04) 70 FR 33088 (6/7/05-prelim); 70 FR 73448 (12/12/05-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction
Softwood Lumber (2002) 68 FR 62055 (10/31/03-prelim); 68 FR 4489 (1/30/04-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 68 FR 65879 (11/24/03-prelim & partial rescission); 69 FR 10985 (3/9/04-final); Decision Memo not used
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 68 FR 24717 (5/8/03-prelim & partial rescission); 69 FR 10982 (3/9/04-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 66 FR 43186 (8/17/01-prelim); 67 FR 15545 (4/2/02-final); Decision Memo; Amended

The PFDP provides silviculture support to private woodlot owners through payments, either made directly to forest engineers or via reimbursement to the woodlot owner, for silviculture treatments executed on private land. This program is funded by both the provincial government through the Minister des Resources naturelles (MRN) and by sawmill operators. The majority of the program funds come from the MRN. Because assistance under this program is limited to private woodlot owners, we determined that assistance provided under this program is specific under section 771(5A)(D) of the Act. In addition, payments by PFDP constitute a financial contribution under section 771(5)(D)(i) of the Act. Therefore, we determined that this program is countervailable.

Quebec Lumber Industry Consolidation and Expansion Program (LICEP)

Softwood Lumber (1985/83) 51 FR 37453 (10/22/86-prelim); No final. See Determination under Presidential Proclamation 5595

In 1983, the Ministry of Energy and Resources initiated a five-year program aimed at improving productivity in wood processing facilities. The program provides engineering and management expertise to companies, giving them the technical capability to improve productivity, modernize equipment, improve operational efficiency, consolidate and expand. We determined that this program is limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries and is therefore countervailable.

Quebec Stumpage Program

Hardwood Flooring (1995) 61 FR 59079 (11/20/96-prelim); 62 FR 5206 (2/4/97-final) not used
Softwood Lumber (4/04-3/05) 71 FR 33931 (6/12/06-prelim); 71 FR 61714 (10-19-06-Review rescinded; Order revoked
Softwood Lumber (4/03-3/04) 70 FR 33088 (6/7/05-prelim); 70 FR 73448 (12/12/05-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction
Softwood Lumber (2002) 68 FR 62055 (10/31/03-prelim); 68 FR 4489 (1/30/04-final); Decision Memo not used
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 68 FR 65879 (11/24/03-prelim & partial rescission); 69 FR 10985 (3/9/04-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 66 FR 43186 (8/17/01-prelim); 67 FR 15545 (4/2/02-final); Decision Memo; Amended
Softwood Lumber (1985/86) 51 FR 37453 (10/22/86-prelim); No final. See Determination under Presidential Proclamation 5595

The Government of Quebec sells the right to cut standing timber, or "stumpage." In Canada the majority of timber is owned by the governments, and has been owned by them for over a century. This program refers to the system by which the Government of Quebec furnishes private firms with the right to cut and remove standing timber from government lands in exchange for various in-kind and monetary payments by those private firms.

Saskatchewan Stumpage Program

The right to harvest timber on Crown lands, or stumpage, can only be acquired by a license pursuant to Saskatchewan's Forest Resources Management Act. These licenses come in three forms: Forest Management Areas (FMAs), Forest Product Permits (FPPs), and Term Supply Licenses (TSLs). The Saskatchewan Environment and Resource Management Department (SERM) is the government agency responsible for the administration of provincial timber programs, which includes setting the price of stumpage in the province. Payments of stumpage dues vary according to license. We determined that this program is industry and regionally specific and is, therefore, countervailable.

Stumpage Payment Deferral

The Fort Nelson Selling Price Zone was created in northeastern BC in recognition of the problems of logging in spruce swamplands where logging is only possible after "freeze-up". However, the lumber mills operate over a 12-month period. The volumes logged during the period November through February are allocated during the period November through October and stumpage is billed accordingly, regardless of the month in which the lumber was actually cut. We determined that this deferral of stumpage payments confers a subsidy since the deferral eligibility is limited to companies located within a specific region and the deferral is preferential as compared with other companies in the province.

Stumpage Programs of the Canadian Federal and Provincial Governments

Softwood Lumber (4/03-3/04) 70 FR 33088 (6/7/05-prelim); 70 FR 73448 (12/12/05-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (2002) 68 FR 62055 (10/31/03-prelim); 68 FR 4489 (1/30/04-final); Decision Memo not used
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 68 FR 65879 (11/24/03-prelim & partial rescission); 69 FR 10985 (3/9/04-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 68 FR 24717 (5/8/03-prelim & partial rescission); 69 FR 10982 (3/9/04-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 66 FR 43186 (8/17/01-prelim); 67 FR 15545 (4/2/02-final); Decision Memo; Amended
Softwood Lumber (1990/91) 57 FR 8800 (3/12/92-prelim); 57 FR 22570 (5/28/92-final)
Softwood Lumber (1985/86) 51 FR 37453 (10/22/86-prelim); No final. See Determination under Presidential Proclamation 5595
Softwood Lumber (1981) 48 FR 10395 (3/11/83-prelim); 48 FR 24159 (5/31/83-final)

Stumpage programs refer to the system by which the Canadian governments furnish private firms with the right to cut and remove standing timber from the government lands in exchange for various in-kind monetary payments by those private firms. This program is provided only to specific enterprise or industry or group of enterprises or industries and is, therefore, countervailable.

Subsidies to Skeena Cellulose Inc. (Skeena)

Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 66 FR 43186 (8/17/01-prelim); 67 FR 15545 (4/2/02-final); Decision Memo; Amended

The agency responsible for administering the province's assistance to Skeena was the British Columbia Ministry of Employment and Investment (MEI). The assistance provided to Skeena by the MEI was in the form of grants for road building, equity investment, payments made in connection with wage concessions by the company's pulp mill workers, and general stumpage reductions affecting low-grade hemlock used in pulp production. In addition, MEI provided certain loans, and guaranteed certain loans from Skeena's creditors, most of which were provided for the company's pulp operations. Because the assistance provided to Skeena by MEI was not provided under a general government program, but was instead provided under an ad hoc assistance plan tailored specifically for Skeena, we determined that this program is countervailable because MEI's assistance to the company was specific under section 771(5A)(D) of the Act. We also determined that through the direct transfers of funds, the Province of British Columbia provided a financial contribution to Skeena under section 771(5)(D)(i) of the Act.

Canada Wood Export Program (Canada Wood)

Softwood Lumber (4/04-3/05) 71 FR 33931 (6/12/06-prelim); 71 FR 61714 (10-19-06-Review rescinded; Order revoked
Softwood Lumber (4/03-3/04) 70 FR 33088 (6/7/05-prelim); 70 FR 73448 (12/12/05-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim);

In May 2002, the GOC approved a total of C$75 million in grants to target new and existing export markets for wood products and to provide increased research and development to supplement innovation in the forest products sector. This total was allocated to three sub-programs under the administration of NRCAN, a part of the Canadian Forest Service. C$15 million was allocated to the Value to Wood Program (VWP), a five-year research and technology transfer initiative supporting the value-added wood sector, specifically through partnerships with academic and private non-profit entities. In particular, during the POR, NRCAN entered into research contribution agreements with Forintek Canada Corp. (Forintek) to do research in better resource use, manufacturing process improvements, product development, and product access improvement. We have reviewed the projects funded during the POR and have found that certain of them appear to be related to softwood lumber. We determined that the grants provided under the VWP constitute a financial contribution within the meaning of section 771(5)(D)(i) of the Act and confer a benefit as set forth under 19 CFR 351.504. Because the VWP grants were limited to Forintek, which conducted research related to softwood lumber and manufactured wood products, we have determined that they are specific within the meaning of section 771(5A)(D)(i) of the Act. Therefore, we determined that the VWP provided a countervailable subsidy to the softwood lumber industry.

STEEL PRODUCTS

Debenture Guarantees Provided to Sysco
[Federal Program]

New Steel Rail (SR) (Expedited Review - no prelim); 64 FR 73519 (12/30/99-final)
New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final)

Sydney Steel Corporation (Sysco) was provided loan guarantees by the government of Canada.

Debt-to-Equity Conversion (1988 -- Sidbec Dosco, Inc.)
[Provincial Program]

Wire Rod (2000) 67 FR 5984 (2/8/02-prelim); 67 FR 169 (8/30/02-final) Decision Memo
Wire Rod (1996) 62 FR 41933 (8/4/97-prelim); 62 FR 54975 (10/22/97-final)

Debt of Sidbec Dosco, Inc. was converted to equity by the Government of Quebec in 1988. Because the company was determined to be unequityworthy in 1988, this conversion was found to be countervailable.

Equity Infusions
[Provincial Program]

Wire Rod (1996) 62 FR 41933 (8/4/97-prelim); 62 FR 54975 (10/22/97-final)

The Government of Quebec provided an infusion of capital to Sidbec Inc. in each year from 1984 to 1992. Additionally, the GOQ stated that it assumed the responsibility for certain financial charges of Sidbec-Normines, which had been shut down in 1984, and paid those charges through contributions to Sidbec, Inc. as they came due. These equity infusions were inconsistent with the usual investment practice of private investors and constituted specific financial contributions in which a benefit was conferred.

Equity Infusions Provided to Sysco
[Provincial Program]

New Steel Rail (SR) (Expedited Review - no prelim); 64 FR 73519 (12/30/99-final)
New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final)

The province of Nova Scotia has made several equity infusions into Sysco. These equity infusions consisted of the conversion of outstanding debt to equity, and the provision of money for redemption of loans and capital construction. Sysco was determined to be unequityworthy.

Forgiven Wharf Loan
[Federal Program]

New Steel Rail (SR) (Expedited Review - no prelim); 64 FR 73519 (12/30/99-final)
New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final)

In 1974, the Government of Canada provided Sysco with a loan to construct a loading wharf. In 1981, the government announced that the loan would be forgiven. In 1982, Sysco removed this loan from its long-term liabilities as shown in its financial statements.

Grants (1983-1992 -- Sidbec Dosco, Inc.)
[Provincial Program]

Wire Rod (2000) 67 FR 5984 (2/8/02-prelim); 67 FR 169 (8/30/02-final) Decision Memo
Wire Rod (1996) 62 FR 41933 (8/4/97-prelim); 62 FR 54975 (10/22/97-final)

Sidbec received loans to finance certain operations of its joint venture with Normines JV. Between 1984 and 1992, the Government of Quebec reimbursed Sidbec for all payments of principle and interest on these loans. We determined that this reimbursement are countervailable subsides as grants which were a direct transfer of funds from the Government of Quebec to Sidbec within the meaning of section 771(5)(D)(i) of the Act.

Grants for Payment of Principal and Interest on Debentures

New Steel Rail (SR) (Expedited Review - no prelim); 64 FR 73519 (12/30/99-final)
New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final)

The GONS has provided Sysco with grants to cover principal payments and interest payments on its long-term debentures since 1982. Because these grants are limited to a specific enterprise they are countervailable.

Iron Ore Freight Subsidy to Algoma

New Steel Rail (SR) (Expedited Review - no prelim); 64 FR 73519 (12/30/99-final)
New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final)

To preserve the continued operation of ACR, the federal and the Ontario governments provided grants to ACR. The grants were made under the "Canada-Ontario Subsidiary Agreement for Tourism Development" (COTDA), which is a subsidiary agreement under ERDA. As a result of these grants ACR was able to charge Algoma a lower freight rate. Because the amount of the grants was calculated to permit ACR to charge the lower freight rate sought by Algoma, we determine that the COTDA grants provided an indirect benefit specifically to Algoma and were therefore countervailable.

Long-Term Guarantees Provided to Sysco
[Provincial Program]

New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final)

The province of Nova Scotia guarantees all of the long-term loans made to Sysco, a steel corporation, by banks and trust companies.

Operating Grants to Sysco
[Provincial Program]

New Steel Rail (SR) (Expedited Review - no prelim); 64 FR 73519 (12/30/99-final)
New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final)

The Government of Nova Scotia has provided Sysco, a steel corporation, with operating grants to cover interest on long-term debentures and other operating costs. The grants are non-recurring, and were provided to Sysco according to the irregular financial needs of the company in a particular year.

SUBSIDY PROGRAMS FOUND TO BE NOT COUNTERVAILABLE

The subsidy programs listed below have been investigated by the Department and have been found to be "not countervailable" in the cases listed and during the periods reviewed based on the criteria established in the Tariff and Trade Act of 1930, as amended. Please refer to this Act for further detail of the criteria applied. In addition, you may click on the cases listed under the subsidy program title for a full explanation of the Department's analysis in each case where the subsidy program has been examined.

AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS:

Alberta Agricultural Development Corporation
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The Agricultural Development Corporation provides low-interest loans and loan guarantees to farming operations, including hog producers. Because the programs do not designate specific products for receipt of funding or establish differing terms for specified products, we determined that the Alberta financing programs for agriculture are available to more than a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries and hence are not countervailable.

Alberta Farm Water Grant
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)

This program compensates Alberta livestock producers for loss of food-producing livestock, including cattle, sheep, hogs, goats, rabbits, and poultry, to predators. The Alberta Department of Agriculture administers this program, and provides assistance in the form of grants. The amount of the grants represents a partial payment of up to 50% of the value of the killed livestock. We found this program to be not limited to a specific enterprise or industry, and thus not countervailable.

Alberta Food Processors' Promotion Assistance Program

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

This program replaced the Processed Food Market Expansion Program, and was designed to promote Alberta agricultural products within Alberta. Because this program is designed to promote domestic awareness, and therefore is tied to the sale of products to a market other than the United States, we determined that this program did not provide a countervailable benefit.

Alberta Grazing Reserve Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

Alberta developed community pastures on which multiple ranchers' herds can graze. We determined that the government received adequate remuneration for its provision of grazing services and, thus, no countervailable subsidy existed.

Alberta Processed Food Market Expansion Program

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

This program promoted consumer awareness of Alberta products throughout the province. This promotion was for all agricultural products produced in Alberta. because this promotion is designed to increase domestic awareness, and therefore is not tied to the sale of products to a market other than the United States, we determined that it does not provide a countervailable benefit.

British Columbia: Interest Free Loans and Loan Guarantees by British Columbia Ministry of Agriculture and Food
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

Under British Columbia's Agricultural Credit Act, interest-free loans and loan guarantees are provided to eligible farmers. Because the programs do not designate specific products for receipt of funding or establish differing terms for specified products, the Department determined that the Alberta financing programs for agriculture is available to more than a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and hence is not countervailable.

Canada/Alberta Beef Industry Development Fund

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

This fund supports research, development, and related activities connected to the beef industry in Alberta.

Canada/Quebec Agreement on Agri-Food Regional Development
[Federal/Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26887 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final)
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

Under this Agreement, the federal and provincial governments shared the funding of research projects in the following areas: (1) research and development, (2) technological innovations and new initiatives, and (3) soil conservations and improvement. The Department found that the results of swine-related projects were made publicly available and, therefore, determined that this program was not countervailable.

Canadian Farm Income Program/Agricultural Income Disaster Assistance Program

Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo

The CFIP and the AIDA program provided income support to agricultural producers in Canada. The AIDA program was in effect only for the 1998 and 1999 tax years; the CFIP replaced the AIDA program in 2001, extending the assistance through the 2000, 2001, and 2002 tax years. These programs were national programs that were available in all provinces, and were jointly funded by the federal and provincial governments. We determined that these programs were not countervailable.

Canadian Wheat Board

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

The Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) has the exclusive authority to market Canadian wheat and barley in export markets and when sold for human consumption in Canada. The CWB operates four separate annual pool accounts for the four types of grains it markets.

Cash Flow Enhancement Program
[Federal Program]

Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26888 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)

This program provided farmers with interest-free cash advances on loans under the Prairie Grain Advance Payment Act and under the Advance Payments for Crops Act. Both of these Acts specifically state that the advances are strictly for crops that are sold, not used on the farm. Therefore, the Department found this program did not provide countervailable benefits to hog producers because the advances were tied to products other than the merchandise investigated.

Farm Credit Act

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

Canada's Farm Credit Act of 1959 provides long-term loans to individual farmers, farming corporations, and cooperative farm associations for the acquisition of farm land and for a broad array of agricultural operations. The program is administered by the Farm Credit Corporation Loans are for a maximum term of thirty years and must be secured. With two exceptions, these loans are made at a fixed annual rate of interest which is 1 percent above base rate. This base rate is the same as the yield on government of Canada bonds with maturities of five to ten years. The exceptions to the above are (1) loans which were approved between October 18, 1979, and March 31, 1980, at a fixed rate of 12 percent per annum, and (2) a special provision for interest rates on loans approved on or after November 15, 1968, part of the proceeds of which are used to repay prior loans under this program.

Farm Improvement and Marketing Cooperatives Guaranteed Loans (FIMCLA)

Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo

Under FIMCLA, the GOC provides guarantees on loans extended by private commercial banks and other lending institutions to farmers across Canada. Pursuant to FIMCLA, any individual, partnership, corporation, or cooperative association engaged in farming in Canada is eligible to receive loan guarantees covering 95 percent of the debt outstanding for projects that are related to farm improvement or increased farm production. We determined that this program was not countervailable.

Farm Syndicates Act

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The Farm Syndicates Credit Act provides long-term loans to farming corporations, cooperative farm associations and other farm associations for the purchase or improvement of farm buildings and land, and for the acquisition of farm machinery. The program is administered by the Farm Credit Corporation. Loans are made for up to Can$100,000 on terms which vary according to the use of the proceeds. Interest rates are prescribed by the Farm Credit Corporation and are set at levels which cover the Corporation's cost of money and its administrative expenses.

Government of Canada Guarantee of Canadian Wheat Board Lending

Durum Wheat (8/1/01-7/31/02) 68 FR 11374 (3/10/03-prelim);

The CWB has two types of credit grain sales programs which are guaranteed by GOC, the Credit Grain Sales Program (``CGSP'') and the Agri-Food Credit Facility (``ACF''). The CGSP allows the CWB to sell grain on credit to customers who can provide a sovereign guarantee of repayment. Repayment terms under the CGSP cannot exceed 36 months. The ACF was established in 1995 to support sales of grain on credit to private sector customers. CWB lendings under the ACF are short-term, with repayment periods of one year or less. Neither of these programs were used to support sales to the United States. Therefore, we determined that this program is not countervailable.

Grants Under the Act to Promote the Development of Agricultural Operations

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

Under the Act to Promote the Development of Agricultural Operations, grants are provided to assist farmers in carrying out improvements on their farms.

Grants to Pork Producers' Marketing Boards

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

Some marketing boards received funds from the provincial governments to defray the cost of pork promotion campaigns. These promotions were designed to increase domestic consumption, and were therefore tied to the sale of products to a market other than the United States, we determined that this program does not provide a countervailable benefit.

Grants to Provincial Pork Packers under the Quebec Industrial Assistance Act

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

Pursuant to the IAA, the Societe de developpement industriel du Quebec (SDI) was established in 1971 to promote economic development in Quebec by providing financial incentives. Through it, the government of Quebec may make low-interest loans, grants, loan guarantees, and may purchase shares in manufacturing and commercial operations. Two pork packers received grants from SDI. The Quebec grant programs do not designate specific products for receipt of funding nor establish differing terms for specified products. Therefore, we determined that these Quebec grant programs are available to more than a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and are not countervailable.

Hog Carcass Settlement System

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

Hog carcasses in Canada are graded under the Hog Carcass Grading Regulations, pursuant to the federal Livestock Grading Program and the Canada Agricultural Products Standards Act. Hog carcasses receive an index number, based on their backfat in relation to weight. This grading system provides nationally uniform standards for trade in live swine. The cost of the hog market grading program is borne by the federal government. Numerous agricultural products are similarly graded and for all such products the government bears the full cost. The program is available to more than a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and is, therefore, not countervailable.

Maintenance of Uneconomic Branch Lines

Durum Wheat (8/1/01-7/31/02) 68 FR 11374 (3/10/03-prelim); 68 FR 52747 (9/5/03-final); Decision Memo

Effective August 2000, under the Canada Transportation Act, as amended, a railway company that discontinues a grain-dependent branch line must provide compensation to the municipality or district through whose territory the grain-dependent branch line passes in the amount of C$10,000 per mile for each mile of line within the municipality or district, for three years. We determined that the payment for discontinuance of a grain-dependent branch line ("GDBL payment") does not constitute a countervailable subsidy.

Net Income Stabilization Accounts ("NISA")
[Federal Program]

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26887 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)

The farm-fed grain provision of NISA is an administrative mechanism that ensures that farm-fed grains are offered the same coverage under the program as marketed grains. To provide coverage to farm-fed grains, NISA treated fixed portions of a farmer's net sales of cattle, calves, swine, sheep, and lambs, which are not covered under NISA, as sales of covered products, i.e., as sales of the grain the animals were fed. Because NISA covers a large number and variety of agricultural products, no evidence of dominance or disproportionality, and lack of the Government of Canada's discretion in conferring benefits under NISA, we determined that the NISA farm-fed grain provision is not limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises, or group thereof.

New Brunswick Financing Provided Under the Farm Adjustment Act of 1980
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

Under the Farm Adjustment Act of 1980, the Farm Adjustment Board was empowered to make loans for the purchase of farms and farmland, farm buildings, equipment, and for the conversion of short-term liabilities to medium- and long-term obligations; and to make loans and grants for the conversion of ineffectively used land to more effective use. The program does not designate specific products for receipt of funding nor does it establish differing terms for specified products, the Department determined that this program is not countervailable

New Brunswick Loans, Leases and Purchasing Rights under the Farm Adjustment Act of 1984
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The New Brunswick Regulations under the Farm Adjustment Act of December 20, 1984 permits the Farm Adjustment Board to extend loans, lease property and sell land to qualifying farmers. The program does not designate specific products for receipt of funding nor does it establish differing terms for specified products, the Department determined that this program is not countervailable

Newfoundland Loans Provided Under the Farm Development Loan Act
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

Newfoundland farmers are eligible for loans at preferential interest rates from the Farm Development Loan Board. This board was established under the Farm Development Loan Act of 1953 to help new farmers establish productive farms, to assist established farmers in expanding or modernizing their farms, and to help those involved in part-time farming operations. The interest rate on Farm Development loans is set at three percent below the prime rate. These loans were available to and were received by all sectors of agriculture in Newfoundland.

Nova Scotia Loans Received Under the Agriculture and Rural Credit Act
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The Agriculture and Rural Credit Act establishes the Nova Scotia Farm Loan Board whose purpose is to make low-interest loans for agricultural purposes. Because the programs do not designate specific products for receipt of funding or establish differing terms for specified products, the Department determined that this program is available to more than a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries and hence is not countervailable.

Ontario Beginning Farmer Assistance Program(OFAAP)
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

This program was instituted on January 1, 1983, pursuant to section 5 of the Agriculture and Food Act. This program provides a rebate of interest charges on loans (up to Can $350,000) from approved lenders to a maximum rebate of 5 percent points, based on the difference between the Farm Credit Corporation rate at the time of entry and 8 percent. Assistance is available to all beginning farmers in Ontario, defined as those who have never owned a viable farm or have never spent a majority of their time or earned a majority of their income from farming assets over which they have had control. This program was found not to be specific to a specific producer or industry.

Ontario Farm Adjustment Assistance Program (OFAAP)
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

This program, along with its companion OLAP (Operating Loan Assistance Program) was instituted in 1982 pursuant to section 5 and 6 of the Ontario Agriculture and Food Act. Under OFAAP, the following benefits are provided to Ontario farmers--deferral of interest for 6 months; interest reduction grants of up to 5 percentage points reducing interest to not less than 12 percent; and guaranteed new lines of operating credit. Under OLAP, production and financial management counseling, as well as financial assistance, are provided to Ontario farmers. Where insufficient security exists to obtain the necessary amount of operating loan, the government will complement existing security with a guarantee to the lending bank; the bank will extend the funds at no more than the prime rate plus 1 percent, and the guarantee may last up to 12 months. This program was found not to be specific to a specific producer or industry.

Ontario Farm Tax Rebate Program
[Provincial Program]

Fresh Cut Flowers (1985) 51 FR 37925 (10/27/86-prelim); 52 FR 2134 (1/20/87-final)
Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26888 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final)
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final)
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

This program provided eligible farmers with rebates of up to 75 percent of the taxes levied on their properties for municipal and school purposes or for local improvement. Since there is no restriction on the types of farm products that receive these rebates, and we found no evidence that the government exercises discretion in distributing these rebates, we determined this program to be not countervailable.

Ontario Market Assistance Program for Pork (MAPP) Consumer Survey

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

This Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food commissioned a survey on U.S. consumer attitudes toward pork. The cost of the survey was was financed under MAPP. The results of the survey are publicly available both inside and outside of Canada. Therefore, we determined that the benefits from this project are not countervailable.

Ontario Young-Farmer Credit Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

This program was instituted in 1975 pursuant to section 5(a) of the Agriculture and Food Act. All young farmers in Ontario who can demonstrate, through a production plan, that they have sufficient experience and ability to conduct a farming operation are eligible for this program. The borrower must be unable to obtain credit through usual lending sources. Assistance comes in the form of lender-guaranteed loans for terms up to 10 years from chartered banks and designated credit agencies at an interest rate not exceeding prime plus 1 percent. These loans are guaranteed by the Ontario Treasury. This program was found not to be specific to a specific producer or industry.

Prince Edward Island Pro Pork Assistance Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26888 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)

This program was established to improve the profitability, efficiency, and market quality of pork production in Prince Edward Island. Since producers are not eligible for, and cannot receive benefits under this program unless hogs are slaughtered in Canada, we determined that this program did not benefit live swine exported to the United States.

Prince Edward Island Lending Authority Long- and Short-term Loans
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The Prince Edward Island Lending Authority provides long- and short-term agricultural loans for operating credit, livestock, capital equipment and farmland purchases, recapitalization of debt, and land improvement. In addition, the lending authority provides loans to fisheries, tourism and small businesses. The programs do not designate specific recipients of funding or establish differing terms for specified products.

Quebec Interest-Free Loans under the Act to Promote the Establishment of Young Farmers
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The Act to Promote the Establishment of Young Farmers was promulgated on September 1, 1982. It permits newly established farmers between the ages of 18 and 40 to receive interest subsidies equal to the net interest payable for five years on the first Can$50,000 of a loan. The program does not designate specific products for receipt of funding nor does it establish differing terms for specified products, the Department determined that this program is not countervailable

Quebec Low-Interest Financing under an Act to Promote Long-Term Farm Credit by Private Institutions
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The Office du Credit Agricole du Quebec offers low-cost financing to agricultural producers who maintain a profitable farm as their primary occupation and who demonstrate a need for such financing. The Act permits lenders to make variable-interest, low-cost long-term loans to borrowers so that the interest charged does not exceed the prime rate plus 1/2 percent. In addition, twice a year the Office reimburses a part of the interest, equal to half the difference between 4 percent and the interest charged, to the borrower. This program is available to more than a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and hence is not countervailable.

Quebec Low-Interest Financing under the Farm Credit Act
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

Under the Farm Credit Act, the Office du Credit Agricole du Quebec can make long-term loans on conditions similar to those in the Act to Promote Long-Term Farm Credit by Private Institutions. Since August 1, 1978, the Office has ceased making loans although it may, under exceptional circumstances, make loans when private lenders are unable to do so. In addition, the Fonds d'Assurances-prete Agricoles et Forestiers guarantees loans and lines of credit extended to farmers by private institutions under the Farm Credit Act even though these loans carry no interest subsidy. The program does not designate specific products for receipt of funding nor does it establish differing terms for specified products, the Department determined that this program is not countervailable

Quebec Low-Interest Guaranteed Loans under An Act to Promote Farm Improvement
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The Office du Credit Agricole guarantees medium-term loans of up to Can $200,000, whose variable interest-rate may not exceed the prime rate plus 1/2 percent. Twice a year the Office reimburses borrowers a portion of the interest equal to 3 percent on the first Can$15,000 of loans. All farmers who maintain profitable farms as their primary occupation, and who demonstrate a need for such financing, qualify. The program does not designate specific products for receipt of funding nor does it establish differing terms for specified products, the Department determined that this program is not countervailable

Quebec Low Interest Mortgages under the Farm Loan Act
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The Farm Loan Act permits the Office du Credit Agricoles du Quebec to reimburse a portion of the interest on the first Can$15,000 of a mortgage granted by the Farm Credit Corporation of Canada. The Office will reimburse one half of the difference between 4 percent and the rate charged by the Office. On loans granted by the Farm Credit Corporation of Canada (FCC) before November 21, 1981, the Office reimburses the difference between 2 1/2 percent and the rate charged by the FCC on these loans. The program does not designate specific products for receipt of funding nor does it establish differing terms for specified products, the Department determined that this program is not countervailable

Rail Freight Revenue Cap

Durum Wheat (8/1/01-7/31/02) 68 FR 11374 (3/10/03-prelim); 68 FR 52747 (9/5/03-final); Decision Memo

In August 2000, the GOC implemented an annual cap on the revenues (the "revenue cap") that the CN and CP (railways) can earn from the transportation of certain Western Division grains. We determined that the GOC is directing the railways to provide a financial contribution to the Canadian Wheat Board under this program. We also found that this revenue cap is specific within the meaning of the Act. However, we also determined that there was no evidence that, as a result of the revenue cap, the railways are providing the rail services to CWB for less than adequate remuneration. Therefore, we determined that this program was not countervailable.

Research Grants Under the OPIIP

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

Research grants under OPIIP are provided to support research projects related to swine production. The results of such research are publicly available both inside and outside Canada. Therefore the benefits of such research grants are not limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries that the grants are not countervailable.

Research Program Under the Agri-Food Agreement
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47469 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52434 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)

This program funds various research projects. Because the research results for projects related to Live Swine are publicly available, it was determined that this program did not confer countervailable benefits to live swine producers.

Saskatchewan Beef Development Fund

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

This program supports the development and diversification of Saskatchewan's beef industry through funding of various projects related to production, research, technology transfer, and development and promotion of new products. Priority is given to public research institutions conducting research, development, and promotion activities that will be generally available to the industry.

Saskatchewan Crown Land Improvement Policy

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

This program provides rental adjustments when Crown land lease holders make capital improvements to the land, such as clearing, bush removal, or break and reseeding, This program does not provide a financial contribution and is therefore not countervailable.

Saskatchewan Crown Lands Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

Agricultural Crown land is managed by Saskatchewan Agriculture and Food and is made available to all Saskatchewan agricultural producers for lease. Lessees are responsible for paying taxes, developing and maintaining water facilities and fences, and providing for public access to the land. We determined that the government received adequate remuneration for its provision of grazing land and thus, no countervailable subsidy existed.

Saskatchewan Livestock Cash Advance Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26888 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)

This program provided livestock producers with interest-free loans to enable the producers to meet immediate cash requirements while retaining their animals for future sale. Because there were no interest payments due during the period of review, we found there was no benefit from this program.

Short Line Financial Assistance Program

Durum Wheat (8/1/01-7/31/02) 68 FR 11374 (3/10/03-prelim); 68 FR 52747 (9/5/03-final); Decision Memo

Under this program, short line operators are eligible to receive a percentage of the capital required to purchase rail lines slated for abandonment within Saskatchewan. Funding for the program was provided by the Government of Canada, through the Canadian Agri-Infrastructure Program (CAIP) and the GOS. We determined that this program is not a countervailable subsidy.

Special Canada Grains Program

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

The Special Canada Grains Program 1987 Extension provides grants to grain, oilseed, special crop and honey producers, who have experienced dramatic drops in in come due to international agricultural policies. Eligible crops include wheat. oats, barley, mixed grains, rye, corn, and high moisture grains which are intended to be harvested as grains or fed to livestock.

Transitional Assistance Program
Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo

The Transitional Assistance program (also called Risk Management Funding), which was created in 2002, was a GOC-funded program that provided stop-gap assistance to the Canadian agricultural sector to transition producers from prior programs that had already expired (e.g., CFIP and the AIDA program) to the CAIS Program, which was still in the process of being implemented. Because assistance under the Transitional Assistance Program is not specific as a matter of law or fact, we preliminarily determine that this program does not confer a countervailable subsidy on live swine from Canada.

CHEMICAL/MINERAL PRODUCTS

Research Conducted by the Institute of Magnesium Technology (IMT)

Magnesium (1990) 56 FR 63927 (12/6/91-prelim); 57 FR 30946 (7/13/92-final)

The IMT, which was created as a joint Agreement with the Government of Quebec, the Government of Canada and the magnesium industry, provides magnesium processors with the expertise and equipment necessary for development work, as well as for the improvement of products and processes. In addition, the IMT also offers development of prototypes and pre-production trials. Under this Subsidiary Agreement, both governments provided funds for the construction of a research laboratory and the purchase of equipment for the IMT. In addition, both governments provided funds to the IMT to help it launch its research program. Research performed by the IMT is not countervailable, because membership is open to all parties, and these parties can obtain research performed by the Institute on equal terms.

FISHERIES:

Atlantic Fisheries Management Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

This is a federal program for the conservation and restoration of the fisheries' resources. The program's functions include: setting total allowable catches, licensing fisheries and vessels, administering biological conservation measures, managing fleet quotas, performing research and surveillance and monitoring domestic and foreign fleets. The program does not provide any financial assistance to the groundfish industry. Because no financial assistance is provided under the program and because the research results under the program are publicly available, we determined that the program is not countervailable.

Bait Services Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The Bait Services Program was established by the Dominion of Newfoundland before it became a province of Canada in 1949. The federal government agreed to take over this program as a condition of Newfoundland becoming part of Canada. The program is presently administered by the federal DFO. The Bait Services program provides commercial fishermen with a source of bait independent of the local processors. The Bait Service sells bait at prices identical to those charged by private suppliers to unrelated purchasers. Since the prices charged by the government are not preferential when compared to the prices charged by private suppliers to unrelated purchasers, we determine that this program is not countervailable.

Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) Marketing Intelligence and Industry Service Branch

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

Marketing Intelligence and Industry Services Branch (MIIS) is part of DFO's Marketing Directorate. MIIS provides market analysis, market research, market forecasts and policy advice to DFO management. Its reports are used by the DFO, government agencies, industry, universities, international organizations, bankers, and the general public. Because MIIS provides no financial assistance to the groundfish industry and because its market reports are publicly available, we determined that no countervailable benefits are provided under MIIS.

Fisheries Improvement Loan Program (FILP)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

Under the program, the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans guarantees loans that chartered banks and other designated commercial lenders make to fishermen for fisheries improvement projects. These projects include the purchase, construction and repair or alteration of fishing vessels, equipment, water supply systems, or other structures related to a primary fishing enterprise. The maximum amount of guaranteed loans that a borrower may have outstanding is $150,000.

LUMBER:

Alberta Research Projects for Forest Industry

Softwood Lumber (1985/86) 51 FR 37453 (10/22/86-prelim); No final. See Determination under Presidential Proclamation 5595

The Alberta government provides funds specifically to the forest industry for research. The results of the studies are publicly available to all interested parties both within and outside Alberta. We determined that these projects are not countervailable.

Allowances for Harvesting Beetle-Infested Timber
Softwood Lumber (2003) 70 FR 22848 (5/3/05-prelim); 70 FR 56640 (9/28/05-final); Decision Memo new shipper not used
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction

There is not a separate program that provides subsidies to tenure-holders harvesting Crown timber in areas affected by the mountain pine bark beetle infestation. According to the GBC, the B.C. stumpage system merely accounts for certain additional costs incurred in logging beetle-infested stands. Based on our analysis of the record, we preliminarily have determined that any "allowances" provided in regard to harvesting beetle-infested timber are included in the Department's stumpage subsidy rate calculations.

British Columbia Forest Stand Management Program (FSMP)

Softwood Lumber (1985/86) 51 FR 37453 (10/22/86-prelim); No final. See Determination under Presidential Proclamation 5595

This program provides individuals receiving income assistance (i.e. welfare) with forestry work and training such as spacing, brushing and weeding, and trail clearing. The FSMP does not provide benefits to manufacturers, producers or exports and as such is not countervailable.

Canada Wood Export Program (Canada Wood)

Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim);

In May 2002, the GOC approved a total of C$75 million in grants to target new and existing export markets for wood products and to provide increased research and development to supplement innovation in the forest products sector. This total was allocated to three sub-programs under the administration of NRCAN, a part of the Canadian Forest Service. Funding in the amount of C$29.7 million was allocated to the Canada Wood Export Program (Canada Wood), a five-year effort to promote Canadian wood exports to offshore markets other than the United States. Based on our review of the information provided in the responses, we preliminarily have determined that any assistance provided under the Canada Wood program would be tied to export markets other than the United States. Therefore, in accordance with 19 CFR 351.525(b)(4), we preliminarily have determined that the Canada Wood program does not confer a countervailable subsidy.

Forest Resources Improvement Program

Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 66 FR 43186 (8/17/01-prelim); 67 FR 15545 (4/2/02-final); Decision Memo; Amended

The Province of Alberta provides funds to the Forest Resources Improvement Association (FRIAA) in order to support the Forest Resources Improvement Program (FRIP), a research program. FRIAA is a non-profit association whose main purpose is ensuring that public money is channeled back into projects that will improve the forest. FRIP is the vehicle through which FRIAA achieves its objectives. FRIP funds cannot be used for activities that are the responsibility of tenure holders under legislation, regulation or tenure agreement. Funds also can not be used for facility construction, improvement of operations, product research and development or for the purchase of capital assets. Therefore, we determine that this program does not provide a benefit to producers of the subject merchandise under section 771(5)(E) of the Act, and this program is not countervailable.

Forintek Research and Development

Softwood Lumber (1985/86) 51 FR 37453 (10/22/86-prelim); No final. See Determination under Presidential Proclamation 5595

Forintek is a private, non-profit entity without share capital, incorporated in 1979 under the Canada Corporation Act. The purpose and function of Forintek is (a) to carry on research and development for wood-using industries for the governments in Canada. Revenue to support Forintek operations came from federal monies including direct contributions and contracts for specific studies; provincial monies including grants, direct contributions and contracts for individual studies; and industry monies including membership dues, contracts for proprietary studies and contributions. The research and development projects undertaken by Forintek with government funds which are made publicly available and benefit more than a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, are determined to be not countervailable.

Land Base Investment Program

Softwood Lumber (2003) 70 FR 22848 (5/3/05-prelim); 70 FR 56640 (9/28/05-final); Decision Memo new shipper not used
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction

In April 2002, the GBC enacted the Forest Investment Account (FIA) to develop a globally recognized and sustainable managed forest industry resource. To achieve this goal, the FIA created the LBIP, with the main purpose of promoting strategic investments to maintain and improve the B.C. forest resource. The LBIP is focused on land-base activities that are materially identical to the land-base activities of Forest Renewal B.C. The Department confirmed at verification the GBC's claim regarding the similarity of the two programs. Therefore, we are not including the LBIP in this administrative review.

Litigation-Related Payments to Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC)

Softwood Lumber (2003) 70 FR 22848 (5/3/05-prelim); 70 FR 56640 (9/28/05-final); Decision Memo new shipper not used
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction

In May 2002, the DFAIT allocated C$17 million in grant money to FPAC in support of FPAC's Canada-U.S. Awareness Campaign (CUSAC). CUSAC was a public relations campaign in the United States regarding the softwood lumber dispute between the two nations. The program was expanded in November 2002 to include advocacy activities such as lobbying of U.S. legislators. Of the allotted sum, a total of C$14 million was disbursed during the POR. We have determined that this program does not confer a countervailable subsidy on the production, sale or exportation of softwood lumber from Canada.

Log Export Restrictions

Softwood Lumber (1990/91) 57 FR 8800 (3/12/92-prelim); 57 FR 22570 (5/28/92-final)

No program description available.

Quebec Societe de Recuperation, d'Exploitation et Developpement Forestiers (REXFOR)

Softwood Lumber (4/04-3/05) 71 FR 33931 (6/12/06-prelim); 71 FR 61714 (10-19-06-Review rescinded; Order revoked
Softwood Lumber (4/03-3/04) 70 FR 33088 (6/7/05-prelim); 70 FR 73448 (12/12/05-final); Decision Memo not countervailable
Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction
Softwood Lumber (2002) 68 FR 62055 (10/31/03-prelim); 68 FR 4489 (1/30/04-final); Decision Memo not used
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 68 FR 65879 (11/24/03-prelim & partial rescission); 69 FR 10985 (3/9/04-final); Decision Memo not used
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 68 FR 24717 (5/8/03-prelim & partial rescission); 69 FR 10982 (3/9/04-final); Decision Memo
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 66 FR 43186 (8/17/01-prelim); 67 FR 15545 (4/2/02-final); Decision Memo; Amended
Softwood Lumber (1985/86) 51 FR 37453 (10/22/86-prelim); No final. See Determination under Presidential Proclamation 5595
Softwood Lumber (1981) 48 FR 10395 (3/11/83-prelim); 48 FR 24159 (5/31/83-final)

This program was created in 1969 and incorporated in 1973 under Quebec's REXFOR Act as a provincial Crown corporation. This corporation was created to manage specific provincially owned forest lands, to preserve and protect provincial forest lands through silviculture, and to encourage the development of the "forest industry" in Quebec. In carrying out these activities, the corporation received funds from both the Canadian and Quebec governments, and is also an active investor in and provider of funds to the "forest products industry" in Quebec. In 1998, the corporation was merged with three other Crown Corporations into Societe Generale de Financement du Quebec (SGF) Rexfor. Because assistance from Rexfor is limited to companies in the forest products industry, we determined that this program is specific under section 771(5A)(D) of the Act. With respect to the long-term loans provided by Rexfor, these loans qualify as financial contributions under section 771(5)(D) of the Act. However, we determined that no benefit was provided by these loans because the interest rates charged under this program were equal to or higher than the interest rates charged on comparable commercial loans.

Timber Damage Compensation for Forest Management Agreement (FMA) Holders

Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction

An FMA holder is required to pay the GOA for the timber within the FMA holder's area regardless of whether the FMA holder harvests the timber itself or the timber is damaged or destroyed by a third party. Moreover, the Surface Rights Act establishes that industrial operators are to pay compensation for damage they cause. Therefore, we have found that this program does not provide a financial contribution within the meaning of section 771(5)(D) of the Act and, thus, is not countervailable.

Timber Damage Compensation for for Timber Licensees

Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction

Section 20(2) of The Forest Act authorizes compensation to be paid to timber licensees for damage to timber incurred as a consequence of boring or operating any salt, oil, or gas wells, or in working any quarries or mines. No compensation has ever been paid for such damages to a timber licensee. Moreover, given the significant amount of the annual allowable cut that is uncommitted, no licensee in any area that might be damaged by industrial users would be unable to access its harvest volume. Because there is no evidence that timber licensees in Manitoba receive compensation for damaged timber, we preliminarily have determined that this program did not confer a benefit, as defined in section 771(5)(E) of the Act, during the POR and, thus, provides no countervailable subsidy.

STEEL PRODUCTS:

Contributed Surplus (Sidbec Dosco, Inc.)
[Federal/Provincial Program]

Wire Rod (1996) 62 FR 41933 (8/4/97-prelim); 62 FR 54976 (10/22/97-final) not used

Prior to 1980, Sidbec Dosco, Inc. received assistance related to a capital expenditure program for fixed assets. Because this capital surplus was received prior to 1980, which was outside the average useful life ("AUL") period, it was determined that no countervailable benefit occurred.

Government Support for Projet Bessemer

Wire Rod (2000) 67 FR 5984 (2/8/02-prelim); 67 FR 169 (8/30/02-final) Decision Memo

In 1989, Stelco and Sidbec-Dosco (among other Canadian steel producers) entered into a joint venture to develop a commercial scale strip caster. Co-financing for this R&D initiative was sought from several federal and provincial government sources, and initial approval was given by the governments. However, the original approach to the project was abandoned and the funding agencies suspended, then withdrew their support. Therefore, we determined that there was no countervailable subsidy.

Research Grant Received by Algoma

New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final)

Algoma received a research grant from the GOC under the Industrial Energy Research & Development Program for a project to study sulfur reduction at Algoma's Wawa mine. An examination of the documentation related to this grant demonstrates that, as a condition of receiving the grant, Algoma was obligated to make the results of this study available to the public and had to show how the findings of the study would be beneficial to energy conservation efforts in Canada. Furthermore, the results of Algoma's study have been made public. Therefore, the grants under this research program do not confer a countervailable benefit to Algoma.

Short-Term Loan Guarantees

New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final)

The GONS guarantees all of the demand loans, or lines of credit, provided to Sysco by chartered banks. The guarantees on these demand loans were provided to a specific enterprise; however, they are only countervailable to the extent that the terms of the loans are more favorable than the benchmark financing. When Sysco's rate was compared to this benchmark rate, it was found that Sysco's short-term financing was not on terms more favorable than benchmark financing and, therefore, is not countervailable.

Tax Credit for Mining Incentives for Stelco

Wire Rod (2000) 67 FR 5984 (2/8/02-prelim); 67 FR 169 (8/30/02-final) Decision Memo

Under Canada's federal corproate income tax, companies are permitted to take a resource allowance. We determined that this federal resources allowance is a normal tax practice for Canada and does not favor export over domestic sales. Therefore, we determined that this tax credit does not confer a countervailable subsidy.

SUBSIDY PROGRAMS DETERMINED NOT TO EXIST

The following subsidy programs were alleged by the petitioning industries and were investigated by the Department. However, during the investigation we found no evidence that such programs actually existed. If you click on the cases listed under the subsidy program title, you will be linked to each case in which the subsidy program was referenced. It is possible that, while the program named did not exist, a similar program having a different name actually was investigated. If this is the case, you will find that program listed elsewhere in this library.

FISHERIES

New Brunswick Fish Chilling Assistance Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

No program description available.

Newfoundland Bait Services Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

No program description available.

Newfoundland Production Machinery and Processing Technology Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

No program description available.

Prince Edward Island Fish Chilling Assistance Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

No program description available.

Prince Edward Island Fishermen's Holding Unit Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

No program description available.

Quebec Joint Federal-Provincial Development Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

No program description available.

STEEL PRODUCTS:

Assistance to Sidbec Dosco, Inc. (1982)
[Provincial Program]

Wire Rod (1996) 62 FR 41933 (8/4/97-prelim); 62 FR 54976 (10/22/97-final)

Although the petition alleged that assistance was provided by the Government of Quebec to Sidbec Dosco, Inc. in 1982, no evidence was found that such funds were given.

Grants (1980, 1981 -- Sidbec Dosco, Inc.)
[Provincial Program]

Wire Rod (1996) 62 FR 41933 (8/4/97-prelim); 62 FR 54976 (10/22/97-final)

The petition alleged that Sidbec Dosco, Inc. received grants from the Government of Quebec in 1980 and 1981. No evidence was found to support this allegation.

SUBSIDY PROGRAMS THAT HAVE BEEN TERMINATED

The subsidy programs listed below have been investigated by the Department and have been found to have been terminated based on the criteria established in the Tariff and Trade Act of 1930, as amended. Please refer to this Act for further detail of the criteria applied. In addition, you may click on the cases listed below the subsidy program title for a full explanation of the Department's analysis in each of these cases.

AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS:

Alberta Crow Benefit Offset Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final)
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47465 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52429 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52409 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final)
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final)
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

This program compensated producers and users of feed grain for market distortions in feed grain prices, created by the federal government's policy on grain transportation. The program was terminated on March 31, 1994.

Alberta Livestock and Beeyard Compensation Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52434 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26885 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52409 (10/7/96 - final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final)
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)

Under this program, the Alberta Department of Agriculture provides assistance in the form of grants, compensating farmers for up to 100 percent of the value of the depredated livestock. We found that this program was terminated prior to April 1, 1994 and that no residual benefits were provided during the period of review.

Alberta Pork Producers Market Insurance Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

Under the authority of the Department of Agriculture Act, this stabilization program was in place from July 1, 1981 through September 30, 1984. Hog producers in Alberta were assured a specified level of return over certain production costs. Support levels were adjusted quarterly to reflect fluctuations in the cost components of hog production. Support payments were calculated weekly, and paid monthly based on the difference between the support level and weekly average market price. The program was funded by grants from the Government of Alberta, by loans secured by the provincial government and by producer premiums. This program was terminated on September 30, 1984.

Alberta Public Grazing Lands Improvement Program

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

This program provided a partial credit toward the payment of rent on a public grazing land disposition if the lessee undertook certain pre-approved capital improvement projects. The program was terminated in 1995.

Alberta Red Meat Interim Insurance
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26889 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52409 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

This program provided payments to producers on cattle and on hogs indexing 80 or above. This program was terminated prior to April 1, 1991.

British Columbia Farm Income Insurance Plan
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52429 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52409 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final)
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

This program provided payments to farmers to assure income when commodity market prices fluctuate below the basic costs of production. The program was terminated effective July 2, 1994.

British Columbia Feed Grain Market Development Program
[Provincial Program]

This program was initiated on August 1, 1987, and was terminated at the end of the 1988 crop year, with the last payments being issued in February, 1990. It was designed to address two issues: (1) The cash-flow problem for the grain producers in the Peace River area of Northern British Columbia, and (2) the drain of livestock into Alberta for feeding and slaughter (primarily for cattle) due to the Alberta Crow Benefit Offset Program.

British Columbia Special Hog Payment Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52434 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final)

This program provided payments to in fiscal year 1988-89 to compensate farmers for a drop in market hog values during a labor dispute at the British Columbia packing plant. We found that this program was terminated prior to April 1, 1994.

British Columbia Swine Herd Improvement Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52434 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used

This program was terminated prior to April 1, 1994.

Canada/Alberta Swine Improvement Program Study
[Federal/Provincial Program]

This program was terminated prior to April 1, 1991.

Canada/British Columbia Agri-Food Regional Development Subsidiary Agreement
[Federal/Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47470 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26889 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final)
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)

Under this program, the federal and provincial governments shared funding for research projects in the following areas: (1) productivity enhancement, (2) resource development, and (3) commodity development. We found that this program was terminated prior to April 1, 1995.

Canada/Manitoba Agri-Food Development Agreement
[Federal/Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47470 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26887 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used

Under this program, the federal and provincial governments shared funding for research projects in the following areas: (1) enhanced agricultural productivity, (2) enhanced soil and water resource management, (3) human resource management, and (4) analysis, evaluation, and public relations. We found that this program was terminated prior to April 1, 1995.

Canada/Ontario Stabilization Plan for Hog Producers
[Federal/Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93) (1993/94) 61 FR 26889 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)

This was an interim program that provided price stabilization assistance to hog producers between April 1, 1985 and September 30, 1985, pending implementation of National Tripartite Scheme. We found that this program was terminated prior to April 1, 1991.

Canada/Ontario Western Agribition Livestock Transportation
[Federal/Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93) (1993/94) 61 FR 26889 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

We found that this program was terminated prior to April 1, 1991.

Feed Freight Assistance Program
[Federal Program]

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final) not used
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47462 (9/9/97 -prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52427 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18088 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52409 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final)
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final)
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

Under this program, the Government of Canada provided payments related to the cost of feed grain storage in Eastern Canada and related to the cost of feed grain transportation to, or for the benefit of, livestock feeders in Eastern Canada, British Columbia, the Yukon Territory and the Northwest Territories. This program was terminated effective January 9, 1996.

National Transition Scheme for Hogs
[Federal/Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final)
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47464 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52433 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)

This program provides for one-time payments to producers of hogs marketed between April 3, 1994 through December 31, 1994.

Manitoba Tripartite Cattle Stabilization Program/Industry Development Transition Fund

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

No program description available.

National Tripartite Stabilization Scheme
[Federal/Provincial Program]

This scheme provided for the introduction of cost-sharing tripartite or bipartite stabilization schemes involving the producer, the federal government, and the provinces. The program was terminated on July 2, 1994.

New Brunswick Agricultural Development - Act Swine Assistance Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47470 (9/9/97 -prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final) not used
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)

This program provided interest subsidies on medium-term loans to hog producers who are having problems with accumulated short-term liabilities or with start-up costs. We found that this program was terminated prior to April 1, 1995.

New Brunswick Hog Price Stabilization Plan
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26889 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The purpose of this program is to assure hog producers greater income stability, to enable hog producers to remain in business during periods of low hog prices , and to provide a more uniform volume of pork production. We found that this program was terminated on March 31, 1989.

New Brunswick Swine Assistance Policy on Boars
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final) not used
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47468 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52433 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final) not used
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final) not used

This program provides assistance in the form of grants to swine producers for the purchase of boars.

Northern Ontario Livestock Improvement Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26889 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final)
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final)
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

Under this program, farmers were reimbursed for 20 percent of the purchase costs of dairy cows, heifers, beef bulls, rams, ewes, and boars up to a maximum amount per applicant whose livestock met certain performance standards. We found that this program was terminated prior to April 1, 1991.

Ontario Artificial Insemination of Livestock Act

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

No program description available.

Ontario Export Sales Aid Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)
Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final) not used
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47466 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52430 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

This program provides grants to producers and processors of Ontario agricultural and food products to develop their export markets.

Ontario Livestock Programs for Purebred Dairy Cattle, Beef and Sheep Sales Assistance Policy/Swine Assistance Policy

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final)

No program description available.

Ontario Pork Industry Improvement Plan
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26889 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final)
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final)
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

This program provided grants to Ontario swine producers to enable them to improve their productivity, profitability and competitiveness by improving efficiency. We found that this program was terminated prior to April 1, 1991.

Prince Edward Island Hog Price Stabilization Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47470 (9/9/97 -prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Live Swine (1984/85) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The purpose of this program was to provide income stability to hog producers by compensating them for fluctuations in prices caused by traditional hog-price cycles. We found that this program was terminated prior to April 1, 1995.

Prince Edward Island Interest Payments on Assembly Yard Loan
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final)
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

The provincial Department of Agriculture and Marketing assumed the interest on a loan to pork producers granted for the purpose of constructing a hog assembly yard. We found that this program was terminated prior to April 1, 1995.

Prince Edward Island Swine Incentive Policy
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26889 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)

This program provided incentive premiums for increased production cash advances for new construction based on the additional pigs the facility expected to produce; direct payments on all hogs sold either through the Hog Commodity Marketing Board or to local butcher shops for slaughter locally; payments for participation in the Swine Productivity Program and Recognized Herd Health Program; and a bonus for the purchase of minimal disease gilt. We found that this program was terminated prior to April 1, 1995.

Saskatchewan Hog Assured Returns Program
[Provincial Program]

This program provided income stabilization payments to hog producers in Saskatchewan when market prices fell below a designated "floor price". The program was terminated on March 31, 1991.

Saskatchewan Interim Red Meat Production Equalization Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52431 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52409 (10/7/96-final)

This program provides grants to livestock producers who raise and feed their livestock in Saskatchewan. The program has been phased out. The last date producers could apply for or claim benefits was November 30, 1994, and the last day benefits could be received was March 31, 1995.

Saskatchewan Livestock Facilities Tax Credit
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final)
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47467 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final)
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52431 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final)
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final)
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final)
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final)
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)

This program provided tax credits to livestock producers based on their investments in livestock production facilities. The program was terminated on December 31, 1989 and the last year for use of the tax credits was fiscal year 1996.

Saskatchewan Livestock Investment Tax Credit
[Provincial Program]

This program provided tax credits to individuals, partnerships, cooperatives, and corporations who owned and fed livestock marketed or slaughtered by December 31, 1989. The program was terminated on December 31, 1989 and the last year for use of the tax credits was fiscal year 1996.

Special Farm Assistance Programs

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final)

Under this program, long-term loans were available to distressed farming enterprises. The program ended on June 28, 1984.

CHEMICAL/MINERAL PRODUCTS:

Exemption from Payment of Water Bills
[Provincial Program]

Magnesium (SR) 65 FR 10766 (2/29/00-prelim); Prelim Memo; 65 FR 41444 (7/5/00-final); Decision Memo; Redetermination
Magnesium (2005) 72 FR 19881 (4/20/07-prelim); 72 FR 37729 (11/8/06-final)
Magnesium (2004) 71 FR 39667 (7/13/06-prelim); 71 FR 65468 (11/8/06-final) not used
Magnesium (2003) 70 FR 24530 (5/10/05-prelim); 70 FR 54367 (9/14/05-final); Decision Memo not used
Magnesium (2002) 69 FR 26069 (5/11/04-prelim); 69 FR 55412 (9/14/04-final); Decision Memo not used
Magnesium (2001) 68 FR 25339 (5/12/03-prelim); 68 FR 53962 (9/15/03-final); Decision Memo
Magnesium (2000) 67 FR 30874 (5/8/02-prelim); 67 FR 57394 (9/10/02-final) not used
Magnesium (1999) 66 FR 23669 (5/9/01-prelim); 66 FR 47007 (09/10/01-final)
Magnesium (1998) 65 FR 25910 (5/4/00-prelim); 65 FR 54498 (9/8/00-final); Decision Memo
Magnesium (1997) 64 FR 24585 (5/7/99-prelim); 64 FR 48805 (9/8/99-final)
Magnesium (1996) 62 FR 23730 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 45046 (8/24/98-final)
Magnesium (1995) 62 FR 25925 (5/12/97-prelim); 62 FR 48812 (9/17/97-final)
Magnesium (1994) 61 FR 52435 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18750 (4/17/97-final)
Magnesium (1993) 62 FR 13863 (3/24/97-prelim); 62 FR 48607 (9/16/97-final)
Magnesium (1991)(1992) 61 FR 11186 (3/19/96-prelim); 62 FR 13858 (3/24/97-final)
Magnesium (1990) 57 FR 47619 (10/19/92-prelim); 57 FR 54047 (11/16/92-final changed circumstances review
Magnesium (1990) 56 FR 63927 (12/6/91-prelim); 57 FR 30946 (7/13/92-final)

Pursuant to an agreement between the magnesium producer and the industrial park, the magnesium producer is exempt from payment of its water bills. We have determined that the benefits under this program have been exhausted and NHCI's participation in this program has ended. We determined that no residual benefits are being provided or received and no substitute program has been implemented. Therefore, we determine that this program is no longer countervailable.

FISHERIES:

Assistance for the Construction of Icemaking and Fish Chilling Facilities

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

Under the administration of the Inspection Branch of the DFO, this program provided grants for the construction and equipping of commercial ice-making facilities in amounts up to 50 percent of a project's cost, with a ceiling of $25,000. In 1977, the ceiling was raised to $50,000. The program began in 1973 and terminated in 1980.

Fishing Vessel Assistance Program (FVAP)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The regulation for this program authorized funding of up to 60 percent of the cost of constructing a vessel, to a maximum of of $750,000. The funding limit for modification or conversion of a vessel was $400,000 dollars. This program was terminated in March 1985.

New Brunswick Interest Rate Rebates

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

Under this program, the government rebates either 25 or 50 percent of the interest charged on New Brunswick Fisheries Development Board Loans. This program was repealed on December 6, 1979.

Newfoundland Grants to Cover Operating Expenses

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The province of Newfoundland provided grants to National Sea Products to cover operating expenses of its Burgeo Plant. The funds were provided under an agreement which was signed in 1982, disbursed funds from 1982 through 1985, and expired in 1985. Because this program was limited to a specific enterprise, we determine that it is countervailable.

Nova Scotia Fishing Vessels Construction Program (FVCP)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

The Fishing Vessel Construction Program (FVCP) was a grant program administered under the authority of the Industrial Development Division of the Department of Fisheries for Nova Scotia (DFNS). The FVCP was designed to assist individuals, companies, and associations in the fishing industry to construct and operate fishing vessels. The FVCP was in effect from November 22, 1977, through March 31, 1980. Because benefits under this program were available only for certain vessels used by professional fisherman, we determined that this program was limited to a specific enterprise or industry, or group of enterprises or industries, and was countervailable.

Prince Edward Island Assistance for the Construction of Icemaking and Chilling Facilities (ACIFCF)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

This program provided financial assistance for the construction of storage rooms,the purchase of ice makers, temperature control equipment, and for associated installation costs. The program was terminated on March 31, 1983.

Prince Edward Island Fish Box Pool Program (FBPP)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

In 1975, the DFL instituted the FBPP to provide commercial fishermen with safer and more sanitary containers in which to transport their catch. These tote boxes, constructed of heavy duty plastic, were purchased by the DFL in bulk and made available to P.E.I. commercial fishermen at cost. The commercial fishermen had the option of either purchasing the boxes outright or taking out a five-year, five percent interest loan from the DFL to finance the purchase. Loans were provided under this program until 1979. In 1980, the DFL sold fish boxes to fishermen on a cash basis only. The program terminated in 1980.

Prince Edward Island Fishing Vessel Subsidy Program (FVSP)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final)

This program, which provided grants for the acquisition of new vessels, was, in effect from 1978 to 1984. Participation in the program was open to all P.E.I. individuals, partnerships or firms engaged in fishing who had not participated in either the Federal or Provincial Vessel Subsidy Programs during the last previous eight years. Vessel size was limited to between 30 and 75 feet and only those vessels constructed in P.E.I. shipyards were eligible. Participating fishermen received a payment equal to 15 percent of the total cost to the new vessel and engine plus all other new fixed equipment required on board the vessel, up to a maximum of $3,500.

SUBSIDY PROGRAMS THAT HAVE NOT BEEN USED

When potential subsidy programs are investigated and found not to be used by the companies being investigated, the Department makes no determination as to their countervailability. If you click on the cases listed under the subsidy program title, you will be linked to each case in which the subsidy program was referenced.

AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS:

Alberta Agricultural Financial Services Corporation Financing: Developing Farmer Loan Program

Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo not used

No program description available.

Alberta Beginning Farmer Assistance Program

Fresh Cut Flowers (1985) 51 FR 37925 (10/27/86-prelim); 52 FR 2134 (1/20/87-final) not used

No program description available.

Alberta Department of Economic Development and Trade Act

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

Loans, loan guarantees and grants were made to pork packers in Alberta under the Alberta Department of Economic Development and Trade Act.

Alberta Disaster Assistance Loan Program

Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo not used

No program description available.

Alberta Hog Industry Development Fund Program

Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo not used

No program description available.

Alberta Livestock Industry Development Fund Program

Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo not used

No program description available.

British Columbia Agricultural Land Development Assistance

Fresh Cut Flowers (1985) 51 FR 37925 (10/27/86-prelim); 52 FR 2134 (1/20/87-final) not used

Administered under the British Columbia Agricultural Credit Act, this program provides long-term loans on terms inconsistent with commercial considerations to make permanent improvements to land classified as "farmland."

British Columbia Greenhouse Farm Income Insurance Program

Fresh Cut Flowers (1985) 51 FR 37925 (10/27/86-prelim); 52 FR 2134 (1/20/87-final) not used

Under the British Columbia Greenhouse Farm Insurance Plan, participants are eligible for financial assistance when average farm prices fall below a benchmark cost of production figure.

Crop Insurance

Fresh Cut Flowers (1985) 51 FR 37925 (10/27/86-prelim); 52 FR 2134 (1/20/87-final) not used

There are both joint federal-provincial and provincial crop insurance programs in Canada. Under the joint federal-provincial programs, the federal government makes financial contributions to the province of either 50 percent of the administrative cost plus 25 percent of the insurance premiums, or 50 percent of the premiums with no contribution to the administrative costs. Floricultural products are not covered by the federal-provincial crop insurance program.

Alberta Livestock Assistance Program

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final)not used

This program provided relief to livestock producers in areas not covered by the joint federal-provincial drought program. Hog producers were not eligible for this program

British Columbia-Partial Interest Reimbursement
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final) not used

This program operates to reimburse farmers in British Columbia for part of the interest on loans. The government of British Columbia has not provided the enabling legislation for this program.

Canada/Alberta Livestock Drought Assistance Program

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

This program provided relief to livestock producers in areas affected by droughts. Eligible livestock included beef cattle, dairy cattle, bison, sheep, goats, and horses. Hog producers were not eligible for benefits under this program.

Canada/Alberta Subsidiary Agreement on Agricultural Processing and Marketing

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

This subsidiary agreement operates under the Economic and Regional Development Agreement (ERDA between the Government of Alberta and the Government of Canada which became effective June 8, 1984. The agreement is jointly funded and administered by the federal and the provincial government. Eligible projects include the establishment, expansion, and modernization of processing operations and testing and research facilities, as well as feasibility studies and product research and development.

Canada-British Columbia Agri-Food Development Agreement
[Federal/Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used

This program provides price stabilization of named and designated agricultural commodities, including cattle; hogs; lambs and wool; industrial milk and cream; corn and soybeans; and spring wheat, winter wheat, oats and barley not produced in the designated area as defined by the Canadian Wheat Board.

Canada/Saskatchewan Agri-Food Development Agreement

Live Swine (1996) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

No program description available.

Canadian Adaptation and Rural Development (CARDS) Program in Saskatchewan

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final) not used

No program description available.

Export Expansion Fund

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

This fund covers the costs of federal government travel to foreign countries for trade consultations or technical seminars. The fund also brings foreign officials to Canada.

Farm Credit Canada Financing: Enviro-Loan Program

Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo not used

No program description available.

Federal Atlantic Livestock Feed Initiative
[Federal Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final) not used
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47469 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final) not used
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52434 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final) not used
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final) not used
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used

No description available.

Loi Sur L'assurance-Recolte

Fresh Cut Flowers (1985) 51 FR 37925 (10/27/86-prelim); 52 FR 2134 (1/20/87-final) not used
Red Raspberries (1984/85) 50 FR 42574 (10/21/85-prelim); Investigation Suspended (1/9/86); Investigation Terminated (10/30/91) not used

This Quebec provincial law authorizes the establishment of crop insurance programs. (See also Crop Insurance)

Manitoba Agricultural Credit Corporation Loan Guarantees
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final) not used

The government of Manitoba, through the Manitoba Agricultural Credit Corporation, provides guarantees for short-term loans to farmers for general operating expenses.

Manitoba Development Corporation

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

The Manitoba Development Corporation provides forgivable loans.

Manitoba Hog Income Stabilization Plan
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final) not used
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final) not used
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

Created in 1983 pursuant to The Farm Income Assurance Plans act, the HISP provides price support payments to hog producers in Manitoba. The program is administered by the ministered by the provincial Ministry of Agriculture and the Manitoba Hog Producers' Marketing Board. It is funded by premiums from participating producers and from the government of Manitoba. The government also makes loans to HISP, if needed, during periods when payouts are made to producers.

New Brunswick Hog Marketing Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final) not used
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final) not used

Established in 1974, its purpose is to assure hog producers greater income stability, to enable hog producers to remain in the business during periods of low hog prices, and to provide a more uniform volume of port production for the processing industry.

Newfoundland Hog Price Stabilization Program
[Provincial Program]

(See Newfoundland Hog Price Support Program)

Newfoundland Farm Products Corporation - Hog Price Support Program
[Provincial Program]

During fiscal year 1984, a price stabilization program provided pork producers interest-free loans from the provincial government equal to the difference between a stabilization price based on the cost of production and the market price for hogs. However, that program was terminated and in April 1985 the provincial government set up a new price support program whereby hog producers receive a certain amount per pound on all market hogs regardless of the prevailing market price.

Newfoundland Weanling Bonus Incentive Policy
[Provincial Program]

Under this program, a payment is provided for each weanling produced by farmers engaged in swine production.

Nova Scotia Natural Products Act-Pork Price Stabilization Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final) not used
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final) not used

Pursuant to the Nova Scotia Natural Products Act, NSPPSP is administered by the Pork Producers Marketing Board of Nova Scotia (the Board) pursuant to the Nova Scotia Pork Marketing Plan of August 9, 1983. The purpose of the program is to assure price stability with respect to the production of hogs by compensating farmers for fluctuations in the hog price cycles and by assuring that producers consistently recover direct operating costs. Participation is open to all hog producers who market hogs through the Board. Maximum eligibility is established annually according to the producers' existing production facilities.

Nova Scotia Transportation Assistance
[Provincial Program]

The Nova Scotia Dept. of Agriculture and Marketing provides grants to the Nova Scotia Hog Marketing Board, which in turn distributes the funds to producers, in order to equalize the cost of transporting hogs to slaughter facilities. The funds are available only to farmers who produce and slaughter their hogs in Nova Scotia. It was found not to be used, and thus was not countervailable.

Ontario Bridge Funding Program

Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo not used

No program description available.

Ontario Dog Licensing And Livestock And Poultry Compensation Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used

No description available.

Ontario Market Assistance Program for Pork (MAPP) Consumer Survey

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

The province of Alberta agreed to provide funds to two pork producers in the province under the same terms and conditions as the Canada/Alberta Subsidiary Agreement on Agricultural Processing and Marketing. However, the grants are to be fully funded by the province.

Ontario Red Meat Plan
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final) not used

Under this program, various grants and services are provided by Ontario's Ministry of Agriculture and Food to producers of beef and sheep. Benefits are not available to producers or exporters of live swine and fresh, chilled and frozen pork products.

Ontario Small Food Processors Assistance Program

Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

No program description available

Ontario Soil Conservation And Environmental Assistance Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used

No description available.

Ontario Swine Sales Assistance Policy
[Provincial Program]

This program is designed to promote the distribution within Ontario of pure-bred animals of superior quality by providing grants to assist in defraying the costs of conducting consignment sales.

Ontario Weaner Pig Stabilization Plan
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1985/86) 53 FR 22189 (6/14/88-prelim); 54 FR 651 (1/9/89-final) not used
Live Swine (1983/84) 50 FR 13264 (4/3/85-prelim); 50 FR 25097 (6/17/85-final) not used

This program is intended to contribute towards providing income stabilization to sow weaner producers. It is administered by the Farm Income Stabilization Commission on Ontario's Ministry of Agriculture and Food.

Prince Edward Island Hog Marketing And Transportation Subsidies
[Provincial Program]

The Prince Edward Island Dept. of Agriculture and Marketing provides grants to hog packers in order to defray the cost of processing and transportation. The program was not found to be countervailable because it was not used.

Prince Edward Island Swine Development Program
[Provincial Program]

The Prince Edward Island Department of Agriculture and Marketing pays each farmer a specified amount of money for each boar or gilt that meets specific quality standards and is sold as breeding stock.

Producer Assistance 2003 Program/Canadian Agricultural Income Stabilization Program

Live Swine (2003) 69 FR 51800 (8/23/04-prelim); 70 FR 12186 (3/11/05-final); Decision Memo not used

No program description available.

Quebec Productivity And Consolidation Of Livestock Production Program
[Provincial Program]

Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1988/89) 56 FR 5676 (2/12/91-prelim); 56 FR 28531 (6/21/91-final) not used
Live Swine (1986/87) 55 FR 20812 (5/21/90-prelim); 56 FR 10410 (3/12/91-final) not used
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

This program was established in April 1987 to provide financial assistance to livestock producers for the diversification and consolidation of farm operations. This program was limited to certain producers and was therefore countervailable.

Support for Strategic Alliances Program Under the Agri-Food Agreement
[Federal Program]

Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47469 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final) not used
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52434 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final) not used

Under this program, producers receive payments to help stimulate cooperation and strategic alliance among the various stakeholders in the agri-food industry network. While payments were made to swine producers during the period of review, the amounts were so small as to have no measurable impact on the overall subsidy margin for that review period. Therefore, no decision was reached as to the countervailability of the program.

Western Diversification Program
[Federal Program]

Live Cattle (1997/98) 64 FR 25277 (5/11/99-prelim); 64 FR 57040 (10/22/99-final) not used
Live Swine (SR) 64 FR 34209 (6/25/99-prelim); 64 FR 60301 (11/4/99-final)
Live Swine (1996/97) 63 FR 23724 (4/30/98-prelim); 63 FR 47235 (9/4/98-final) not used
Live Swine (1995/96) 62 FR 47469 (9/9/97-prelim); 63 FR 2205 (1/14/98-final) not used
Live Swine (1994/95) 61 FR 52434 (10/7/96-prelim); 62 FR 18089 (4/14/97-final) not used
Live Swine (1991/92)(1992/93)(1993/94) 61 FR 26879 (5/29/96-prelim); 61 FR 52410 (10/7/96-final) not used
Live Swine (1990/91) 58 FR 54121 (10/20/93-prelim); 59 FR 12261 (3/16/94-final) not used
Live Swine (1989/90) 56 FR 29224 (6/26/91-prelim); 56 FR 50560 (10/7/91-final) not used
Swine (1988) 54 FR 19582 (5/8/89-prelim); 54 FR 30774 (7/24/89-final) not used

No program description available.

FISHERIES

Fisheries Development Program for Coastal Labrador

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final) not used

The purpose of this program is to improve the quality of fish landed and increase the efficiency of fish processors within the coastal Labrador region of the province of Newfoundland.

New Brunswick Fuel Subsidy for Fishermen

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final) not used

The government of New Brunswick operated the Fuel Subsidy Program. This special program provided five cents per litre to commercial fishermen for fuel used in their fishing vessels during the 1982 fishing season. We found no evidence of any government expenditures under this program subsequent to fiscal year 1983.

New Brunswick Winterization of Fish Plants Program

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final) not used

There are no laws or regulations relating to this program. In 1979, the then existing Fish Inspection Branch of the Department of Fisheries conducted such a program but only one plant was involved and it did not process groundfish.

Newfoundland Secondary Processing Interest Subsidy Program (SPISP)

Groundfish (1984/85) 51 FR 1010 (1/9/86-prelim); 51 FR 10041 (3/24/86-final) not used

The government of Newfoundland operates the SPISP. This program was initiated in 1978 to provide interest subsidies to secondary processors of fish for the purchase of machinery and equipment. The program is designed to encourage increased production of fish products processed beyond the whole and filleting stage of processing. Benefits are not available to producers and exporters of whole and filleted fresh groundfish.

LUMBER

Alberta Deferral of Stumpage Payment

The government of Alberta has deferred the payment of stumpage dues, reforestation levies and holding and protection charges for one year from May 1, 1982 to May 1, 1983.

Canadian Forest Service Industry, Trade and Economics Program

Softwood Lumber (5/02-3/03) 69 FR 33203 (6/14/04-prelim); 69 FR 75917 (12/20/04-final); Decision Memo; Correction not used
Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 66 FR 43186 (8/17/01-prelim); 67 FR 15545 (4/2/02-final); Decision Memo not used; Amended

No program description available.

Loan Guarantees to Attract New Mills from the Province of Alberta

Softwood Lumber (4/00-3/01) 66 FR 43186 (8/17/01-prelim); 67 FR 15545 (4/2/02-final); Decision Memo not used; Amended

No program description available.

Quebec Laws Concerning Forest Credit

Softwood Lumber (1985/86) 51 FR 37453 (10/22/86-prelim); No final. See Determination under Presidential Proclamation 5595not used

Established in 1975 under the Law on Forest Credit and restructured under the Act to Promote Forest Credit by Private Institutions in 1984, this program provides loans and interest cost reimbursements to persons and/or associations in Quebec who own or lease forest land in Quebec and intend to engage in harvesting operations. Assistance under the program is not available to applicants who process wood, or hold a majority interest in a plant that processes wood other than on a small scale, i.e., less than 1,500 solid cubic meters of timber annually.

Softwood Marketing Subsidies

Softwood Lumber (2003) 70 FR 22848 (5/3/05-prelim); 70 FR 56640 (9/28/05-final); Decision Memo

No program description available.

Tax Breaks for Timber Harvesters on Private Timber Land

Softwood Lumber (2003) 70 FR 22848 (5/3/05-prelim); 70 FR 56640 (9/28/05-final); Decision Memo

No program description available.

MINERAL/CHEMICAL PRODUCTS

Canada Center for Mineral and Energy Technology (CANMET)

Seismographs (1991) 57 FR 20464 (5/13/92-prelim); Investigation Terminated 57 FR 26648 (6/15/92) not used

CANMET is the main research and technology development arm of Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. CANMET, in partnership with its clients, performs and sponsors predominantly commercial and cost-shared research and development, and technology transfer to find safer, cleaner and more efficient methods to develop and use Canada's mineral and energy resources.

STEEL PRODUCTS

Debt-to-Equity Conversion (1987 -- Sidbec Dosco, Inc.)
[Provincial Program]

Wire Rod (1996) 62 FR 41933 (8/4/97-prelim); 62 FR 54976 (10/22/97-final) not used

In 1987, Sidbec Dosco, Inc. underwent a reorganization to consolidate all steel-related assets, which involved intracompany transfers. These transfers were determined not to be debt-to-equity transfers by the Government of Quebec, as alleged in the petition.

Defense Industry Productivity Program

New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final) not used
Oil Country Tubular Goods (1984) 50 FR 53172 (12/30/85-prelim); 51 FR 15037 (4/22/86-final) not used

Algoma received DIPP grants for the installation of hot metal desulphurization facilities in 1980 and 1981. Algoma received no other grants in 1980 and 1981. The calculated benefits in OCTG were de minimis, i.e., less than 0.50 percent. Because the DIPP grants received by Algoma were expensed prior to the review period and because no DIPP grants were received by Algoma during the review period, it was determined that Algoma did not use this program.

Export Credit Financing

New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final) not used

No program description available.

Grant (1987 -- Sidbec Dosco, Inc.)
[Provincial Program]

Wire Rod (1996) 62 FR 41933 (8/4/97-prelim); 62 FR 54976 (10/22/97-final) not used

In 1987, Sidbec Dosco, Inc. underwent a reorganization to consolidate all steel-related assets, which involved intracompany transfers. These transfers were determined not to be grants from the Government of Quebec, as alleged in the petition.

Income Tax Exemption for Sysco

New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final) not used

As a crown corporation owned by the GONS, Sysco is exempt from the payment of federal taxes. According to Sysco's financial statements, the company has incurred losses throughout the 1980s. As a result, Sysco would have incurred no federal income tax liability before or during the review period. Therefore, Sysco did not benefit from its tax exemption during the review period.

Mineral Development Agreement (MDA) Benefits to Algoma

New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final) not used

The MDA agreement is a subsidiary agreement pursuant to the Economic Regional Development Agreement between Canada and the Province of Ontario effective November 2, 1984. The MDA Subsidiary Agreement was implemented on June 17, 1985 with a five-year mandate. Its purpose is to aid and encourage Ontario's mineral industry. According to the responses, Algoma has not received assistance under the MDA subsidiary agreement

Payments Against Accumulated Grants Received (Sidbec Dosco, Inc.)
[Provincial Program]

Wire Rod (1996) 62 FR 41933 (8/4/97-prelim); 62 FR 54976 (10/22/97-final) not used

The grants covered by this program were received by Sidbec Dosco, Inc. in 1988 and are discussed above under Grants (1983 - 1992).

Provision of Electricity by Ontario Hydro to Algoma
[Provincial Program]

New Steel Rail (1987)(1988) 54 FR 8784 (3/2/89-prelim); 54 FR 31991 (8/3/89-final) not used

Petitioner alleged that the government-owned power company in Ontario, Ontario Hydro, provides incentive rates for large industrial customers in off-peak hours. Algoma did not purchase electricity from Ontario Hydro.

Resource Allowance for Newfoundland

Wire Rod (2000) 67 FR 5984 (2/8/02-prelim); 67 FR 169 (8/30/02-final) Decision Memo not used

For Stelco, the tax savings generated by the resource allowance in Newfoundland is so small that it yields no measurable benefit. Therefore, we determined this program to be not used.