Funding Information
► Victoria Field Trip
Want to plan a field trip to Victoria? The Provincial Capital Commission (PCC) offers travel subsidies to help cover the costs of educational trips to BC’s capital city. If you would like to plan a trip between February 2010 and June 2010 the deadline for application is NOVEMBER 12, 2009.
This funding is open to both school groups and community groups. School Districts in the ISIC region (27, 58, 73 and 74) are classified either Zone 3 or 4 and are therefore eligible for up to a maximum of $140 /student for a four day trip. More details on eligibility and an online application form can be found on the PCC site.
► CSC Grants for Teachers
TCF funds the creation of teacher-developed classroom learning resources that support student learning of existing Canadian curricula in either French or English. Through mentoring award winners, TCF also supports professional learning. TCF offers a limited number of $2,000 grants each year to teachers who have identified a vital need and have a solution to offer. More details
► The Odyssey Schools Program
The Odyssey Schools Program is the Foundation’s flagship initiative that enables educators within public schools to enrich the learning experience for students aged 12 to 14 by funding enhancements to their Science, Technology and Mathematics Programs. The Foundation hopes to reverse the trend of declining enrolments in post - secondary science programs, by engaging students in innovative learning through a variety of stimulating activities that promote interest in science and the pursuit of careers in science and technology. More details