Best Practice Champions Network
Eligibility and Deadline
All individuals who have completed the Best Practice Champions training (in-person workshop, virtual learning series, virtual workshop or eLearn course), and who have obtained the support of their organization, may apply for funding.
Champions may submit an application once every 2 fiscal years (April-March) on behalf of their organization for funding of up to $1,000.00 CAD. This may be used to fund one or more Open House events. Although applications will be accepted throughout the year, funding is granted on a first come, first served basis. Please note: applications must be submitted a minimum of four weeks in advance of the proposed Open House event.
Applications require the following details & must be submitted here: BPC Open House Funding Application
- Description of networking event(s) including how the event will profile champions and BPG implementation projects, and provide opportunities for networking and collaboration with the organization and across the region/community;
- Statement confirming that the Government of Ontario and local public health directives will be followed during a pandemic (e.g., COVID-19);
- Budget breakdown – funding can be used to cover refreshments, materials, honoraria, and etc;
- Marketing strategy, including audience (internal and external partners) and methods of promotion;
- Engagement plan for partners/partnerships internal and external to your organization;
- Evaluation plan;
- Name and email of the champion who is applying for funding;
- Name and contact information of an individual at the organization responsible for supervising/overseeing the event. This must be a person with signing authority such as a Director, Chief Nursing Executive/Officer. Note: Payment will be sent to the organization to the attention of this individual
- Letter of support from the director/chief nursing executive or officer
