Published plans and annual reports 2016-2017: Office of the Premier

Ministry overview

Mandate

The Office of the Premier is dedicated to building a better province for all the people of Ontario, by providing high-quality services in the most efficient manner.

Ontario’s strategic plan

Ministry contribution to priority outcomes

• Coordinate and facilitate all government activities in support of government key commitments to invest in the talent and skills of Ontarians, invest in modern infrastructure, create a dynamic and innovative business culture and strengthen retirement security in Ontario.
• Transform Government to Serve Ontarians Better.
• Strong Fiscal Management and Budget Balance by 2017-18.
• Open, Effective and Accountable Government.
• Demonstrating National Leadership.

Ministry programs

The Office of the Premier coordinates and facilitates the government’s mandate and associated initiatives, and all programs are integral to the successful implementation of government priorities.

Programs include all activities in the following areas:

• Executive Offices: Premier’s Office, Office of the Chief of Staff and Principal Secretary
• Policy: Policy Advice and Support, Legislative Agenda Planning, Cabinet/Committee Agenda Planning
• Communications: Communication Services, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Other Related Services
• Issues Management: Coordination of Legislative Affairs, Freedom of Information Requests
• Operations: Scheduling, Correspondence, Tour & Events
• Planning and Administration: Public Appointment Secretariat and Human Resources

Office of the Premier 2016-17 allocation ($2.7 million)

Table 1: Ministry planned expenditures 2016-17 (millions)

Expense type	Amount
Operating	$2.7
Capital	n/a
Total	$2.7

Highlights of 2015-16 achievements

Key results achieved are documented and tracked across government in ministry specific plans.

Detailed financial information

Table 2: Operating summary by vote

The Office of the Premier provides staff support for the Premier of Ontario in her roles as head of the Executive Council and head of the Ontario Government.

* Estimates, Interim Actuals and Actuals for prior fiscal years are re-stated to reflect any changes in ministry organization and/or program structure. Interim actuals reflect the numbers presented in the 2016 Ontario Budget.

Table 3: Ministry interim actual expenditures 2015-16

Ministry Interim Actual Expenditures 2015-16*

Expense type	Amount
Operating	$2.62 million
Capital	n/a
Staff Strength** (as of March 31, 2016)	$58 million

* Interim actuals reflect the numbers presented in the 2016 Ontario Budget.

** Ontario Public Service Full-Time Equivalent positions.

Ministry summary information

The Office of the Premier personnel provide essential support for the Premier of Ontario in her roles as head of the Executive Council and head of the Ontario government.

Table A1: Total operating summary by vote

* Estimates, Interim Actuals and Actuals for prior fiscal years are re-stated to reflect any changes in ministry
organization and/or program structure. Interim actuals reflect the numbers presented in the 2016 Ontario Budget.

Table A2: Operating summary by vote and standard account

Standard Account	Vote #240-1 Office of the Premier	Total Ministry	Total Ministry
Operating Expense
Salaries and Wages	$2,352,161	$2,352,161	87.0%
Employee Benefits	$238,200	$238,200	8.8%
Transportation and Communication	$73,100	$73,100	2.7%
Services	$19,400	$19,400	0.7%
Supplies and Equipment	$20,100	$20,100	0.7%
Transfer Payments	-	-	-
Total	$2,702,961	$2,702,961	100.0%
Percent of Total Ministry	100.0%	100.0%	-

Table A3: Reconciliation to previously published data

Operating Expense	Estimates 2015-2016	Actual 2014-2015
Total Operating Expense Previously Published*	$2,702,961	$2,575,549
Government Reorganization:
Transfer of functions from other Ministries	n/a	n/a
Transfer of functions to other Ministries	n/a	n/a
Restated Total Operating Expense	$2,702,961	$2,575,549

* Total Operating Expense includes Statutory Appropriations, Special Warrants and total operating expense to be voted.

Vote summary information

Office of the Premier program – vote 240-1

The Program covers the operation and administration of the Office of the Premier.

Table B1: Operating

Office of the Premier – vote 240-1

* Estimates, Interim Actuals and Actuals for prior fiscal years are re-stated to reflect any changes in ministry
organization and/or program structure. Interim actuals reflect the numbers presented in the 2016 Ontario Budget.

Item/sub-item summary information

Table C1: Comparative details – operating expense

Vote/item: 2401 - 1

Vote: Office of the premier program

Item: Office of the premier

Type: Operating expense*

* Estimates, interim actuals and actuals for prior fiscal years are re-stated to reflect any changes in ministry
organization and/or program structure. Interim actuals reflect the numbers presented in the 2016 Ontario budget.

Table C1: Comparative details – operating expense (cont’d)

Vote/item: 2401 - s

Vote: Office of the Premier program

Item: Statutory appropriation

Type: Operating expense*

* Estimates, Interim Actuals and Actuals for prior fiscal years are re-stated to reflect any changes in ministry
organization and/or program structure. Interim actuals reflect the numbers presented in the 2016 Ontario Budget.