Introduction
In Module 4, you will explore the different accountabilities and responsibilities related to GBA+ for different levels of the federal government. The GBA+ roles and responsibilities that you will examine can be found within this accountability framework.
To learn about the historical development of the accountability structure for
gender-based analysis (GBA) in the Government of Canada, select the dots on the image below.
For a detailed history of GBA+ in Canada, select the “History” button. An overview document of GBA in the federal government can also be found under the “Resources” tab.
1995 Cabinet Commitment to GBA
Gender-based analysis is a key part of the 1995 Federal Plan for Gender Equality, which Canada adopted following the Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing and the launch of the Platform for Action. The Government of Canada committed to conducting GBA on all future legislation, policies and programs.
2009 Auditor General audit of GBA
The 2009 audit of GBA by the Office of the Auditor General of Canada served as a boost to GBA+. The audit, which reviewed GBA practices in nine departments, found uneven implementation of GBA and little evidence of its influence on
decision-making.
2009 Action Plan on GBA
In spring 2009, an important accountability lever was added to the work on GBA at the federal level. As a result of the audit, Status of Women Canada, along with the Privy Council Office and the Treasury Board Secretariat, was required to table the Departmental Action Plan on Gender-based Analysis with the Public Accounts Committee.
The Action Plan lays out the roles and responsibilities of departments, Status of Women Canada and the Central agencies.
