Source: Professional Growth Networks Administration Manual 2019-20 1 The Federation may provide support for national conferences. Description The Federation shall assist professional growth networks with sponsorship of national conferences by providing a grant maximum of $1,000 in cash or in-kind contributions. Grant amount and in-kind contributions will be based on a decision by the Executive Director or designate in consultation with the Managing Director, Member Services The Federation may provide these in-kind contributions, at a reduced rate or at cost: • Design assistance. • Promotional assistance such as the website, social media, posters and the Bulletin. • Conference materials such as folders and pens. Guiding Principles The Professional Growth Networks Advisory Committee will review a National Conference Grant Application according to the following guiding principles: • A national body for a professional growth network shall exist and be a contributing partner of the conference. • Advertising for the conference shall be conducted nationally. • Attendees at the conference shall be from across Canada. • The conference shall be held annually and in different locations across Canada. Application Procedures 1. Submit the National Conference Grant application at least six months prior to the conference. 2. The application shall be considered by the Managing Director, Member Services and the Professional Growth Networks Advisory Committee The advisory committee typically meets three times per year in September, January and May. 3. The decision shall be communicated to the network through member services staff. 4. Networks that receive financial assistance are required to submit a brief written report within three months following the conference. The report should include the Federation’s contribution to the conference. 5. A network’s basic grant must be in good standing in order to be approved for a national conference grant. 6. Forward application to: Professional Growth Networks Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation 2317 Arlington Avenue Saskatoon SK S7J 2H8 T: 306-373-1660 or 1-800-667-7762 F: 306-374-1122 [email protected] National Conference Grant 5030-99 30/08/2019