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2006 November Report of the Auditor General of Canada

November 2006 Report—Chapter 2

Exhibit 2.1—Audited departments by expenditures, functions, and spending category

Department

Gross expenditures
(2004–05 in $ billions)

Functions

Spending category

Public Works and Government Services Canada

4.6

Supports the daily operations of nearly 140 federal departments and agencies by providing common services to government such as purchasing goods and services and providing office accommodations.

Mainly projects or procurement

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

3.4

Supports the security of the food system and the health of the environment, through policies and programs, as well as information, research and technology.

Mainly grants and contributions

Canadian Heritage

1.3

Supports Canadian heritage and culture through national policies and programs.

Mostly grants and contributions

Sources: Public Accounts of Canada 2005 (Volume II) and departments.