1.
Learning in Community
For
more information on these grants, administered by the General Council, follow
this link to information.
Learning
Communities
2.
Individual Grants
Alberta and Northwest Conference Criteria:
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In ANWC, Learning Grants support
leadership development events (courses, workshops) for lay leaders and ministry
personnel that focus on the goals of Alberta and Northwest Conference:
healthy congregations, effective ministry and strong public witness.
Events that meet the established criteria are eligible for grants. Eligible
events are listed below.
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Individuals who receive funding through
Learning Grants become part of the Alberta and Northwest Conference Resource
Pool and may be asked to resource another congregation or presbytery in the next
two years.
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Preference is given to learning events sponsored or
endorsed by The United Church of Canada. In ANWC, events must have a minimum of
12 hours of program.
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A copy of the event brochure or course description is
required as part of the application.
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Discussion of the application and a signature is required
from the Ministry and Personnel Committee (for ministry personnel) or Session or
Christian Development committee (for lay leaders) or employing unit staff
committee or supervisor (for Conference and General Council Staff).
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Submit applications at least 4 weeks prior to the scheduled
date of the event. Applications are processed on or around the 15th
of each Month. Grants will be disbursed upon receipt of the applicant’s
evaluation of the event in the Conference Office.
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The Pastoral Charge or employing unit is expected to make a
contribution of at least one third of the cost.
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The individual is expected to make a contribution of at
least one third of the cost.
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Travel costs are paid for the most economical and practical
form of transportation. For
automobile travel, the rate per kilometer is $0.39 for 2008.
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In ANWC the minimum grant is $100.00.
The maximum total grant per person per year is $350.00.
Process:
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Ensure that the application meets ALL of the above
criteria.
Send the application to:
Alberta and Northwest Conference
9911 – 48 Avenue NW
Edmonton AB T6E 5V6
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Applications will be reviewed and recommended monthly (on
the 15th).
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You will receive confirmation of your application and an
evaluation form approximately ten days after the 15th day of the
month.
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After the course, complete the evaluation and send it to
Alberta and Northwest Conference. You will receive your
Learning Grant cheque upon receipt of your evaluation.
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If you have questions about the criteria or process for
Alberta and Northwest Conference, please call (780) 435-3995.