Professional Development Grant Application Package

Professional Development Grant Application Package

Professional Development Grant applications can be submitted at any time prior to the start of the training activity.
Eligible Expenses

The SaskOrchestras grant will cover up to two-thirds of the project, and will consider administrative expenses up to 25% of the total budget.

Ineligible Expenses

Activities or programs that take place before the deadline date. Funding is not retroactive.

REGULATIONS:

1. Purpose: to support individuals participating in training activity that is consistent with the objectives of SaskOrchestras.

2. Eligible Applicants: Individuals who
- Hold an individual membership in SaskOrchestras.
- Are citizens or permanent residents of Canada.
- Have been involved in musical activities in Saskatchewan for a period of not less than two years.
- Plan to live and work in Saskatchewan, for a period of not less than nine months following the professional development activity, in a position where the benefits gained from the workshop can be shared with other Saskatchewan residents.
3. Eligible Activities: Projects designed to improve a person's ability as a teacher of music and which have the potential to enhance the applicant’s musical development. For example, a workshop or university class would be a supportable activity, while attendance at a concert would not.

4. Funding Priorities:
- Training activity for teachers of orchestral string instruments.
- Training activity for those wishing to initiate string and orchestral activities in
  Saskatchewan communities where none currently exist.
- Training projects for music educators and symphonic musicians that upgrade
  their qualifications.
- Individuals who have not received a professional development grant from the
  SOA during the preceding two years.
5. Parameters:
- Grant applications must be received by SaskOrchestras before the start of the activity.
- A grant shall not normally exceed 80% of anticipated expenses for the project.
- Eligible expenses are limited to fees, travel costs, room and board.
- All applications are reviewed by the SaskOrchestras Board and notification of results is
  provided within 30 days of receipt.
- Approved grants are paid in two installments: (1) Initial 50% on approval by the Board [but not more than 6 weeks before the training start date] (2) final 50% following completion of the training activity and upon receipt and approval of the recipient’s Summary Report using the prescribed form.
- The Summary Report and supporting documentation are due no later than 90
  days following the completion of the training activity.
FOLLOW-UP REPORT:

Approved grant applications will be payed in two installments, the first payment will be prior to the activity, with the second payment released upon receipt of a final report. More information is available on the follow-up report .

CONTACT INFORMATION

Saskatchewan Orchestral Association

2113 Clarence Ave. S

Saskatoon, SK

S7J 1L4

306-716-5122

ed@saskorchestras.com
Application Checklist
- Application Form (Completed and signed).
- Projected Expenses and Projected Revenue
  - Complete budget spreadsheet availalble in the Application Form. Ensure budget is balanced.
  - Eligible expenses are limited to fees, travel costs, room and board.
  - Revenue must include a listing of other grants and subidies applied for or received for the project aswell as the amount of your personal contribution.
- At least one letter of reference from someone familiar with your work, to be sent directly to SaskOrchestras by email to: ed@saskorchestras.com.
- A current resume describing education, experience, professional and musical ahievements.
- If possible, a copy of any brochures or programs describing the course or event for which you are requesting funding.

Applicant Information - Section One
Applicant Information*

Name

Address

CityProvince

Postal Code
Main Contact Email*
example@example.com
Main Contact Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Are you a Canadian Citizen?*

YesNoPermanent Resident
When did you become a permanent resident (if applicable)

MonthDayYear
Date
Are you a Saskatchewan Resident?*

YesNo
How many years have you been a Saskatchewan resident?*
Summarize briefly your involvement in musical activities in Saskatchewan, beginning with the most recent. If you already have this information in a resume format, you only need to attach it at the end of the application. *
Where do you intend to work following the completion of the training?*

Professional Development Information
Name of Training Program*
Location*
Training Start Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Training End Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Training Overview*
Please provide an overview of training including it's location, facilities, activities and objectives. Indicate how it would improve your teaching and benefit your students and/or the orchestral community. If this information is in another format, you may upload it to the application.
Training overview (if needed)

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Supporting Documentation
Click thisLink to Download Required Budget Spreadsheet
Please upload a completed copy of the supplied Excel spreadsheet (Must be Excel Format)*

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Please upload a current resume describing education, experience, professional, and musical achievements.

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Please upload a copy of any brochures or programs describing the course or event for which you are requesting funding (if available).

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Please request one letter of reference from somone familiar with your work, to be emialed directly to the SOA office at ed@saskorchestras.com

Declaration:
I declare that all statements made by me in this application are true and complete. I agree to live and work in Saskatchewan for a 9-month period following the completion of this activity, in a position where the benefits gained from the project will be shared with other Saskatchewan residents.

I understand that funds granted to me by the Saskatchewan Orchestral association are to be used solely for the purpose described herein, and any funds not used for this purpose shall be returned.

I have read the SOA Professional Development Grant guidelines. I understand that this application may not result in a grant allocation, or in an allocation in the full amount of the request.
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Professional Development Grant Application Package

Applicant Information - Section One

Professional Development Information

Supporting Documentation