Instructions briefing note
Please choose a policy problem at the federal level as reported in the House of Commons Finance Committee’s final report and the relevant pre-budget submissions for the 2017 pre-budget consultations and write a briefing note (maximum two pages) with recommendation(s):
https://www.ourcommons.ca/Committees/en/FINA/StudyActivity?studyActivityId=9571255
• Follow the format of the INAC “Redesign of Indian Government Support” (without appendices!).
• This may require a bit of additional research, but it should not be extensive.
• Due: Course website, 23h59 on 15 October (5% penalty for every 24 hours thereafter). Upload Word document to Assignment folder that is in the Briefing note materials folder.
• Marking:
– (a) clearly defines the problem to be addressed (6 points);
– (b) provides a clear rationale for action and solution (goals and instruments) (10 points), based on status, issues and considerations;
– (c) is well-written and addressed to the relevant department or agency (4 points)