Purpose

Swim Alberta will invest in Alberta's coaches by providing financial support for the purposes of professional development.

Coach Requirements

• The minimum certification required is NCCP Level 1: Fundamentals Coach Certified or equivalent.
  
• Be a coach member in good standing with Swim Alberta and Swimming Canada, currently coaching with a Swim Alberta registered club. 

Application Eligibility

Applications will be reviewed and assessed based on their individual merit and the objectives of Swim Alberta.

• Priority will be given to projects that are innovative and creative, plus indicate initiative and self-help on the part of the applicant.
  
• Applications may include international experiences, national team activities and program visitations. 
• NCCP Advanced Coach Diploma will be considered eligible, other NCCP training courses are not eligible.

The Application Process

The following process will be followed so Swim Alberta can deal with applications in a fair, equitable and efficient manner.

• Submitted Applications must be completed online and be submitted 60 days prior to the project start date.  Swim Alberta will review all applications.
• Decisions on applications will be communicated directly to the coach and copied to the club president.
  

Documents Required

• Cover Letter - A cover letter presenting a clear and complete description of the proposed project.
• Letter of Support - A letter of support from the club president supporting the coaches development and detailing the financial support provided from the swim club.
• Budget - Budgets need to include the total amount of the project with a breakdown of the costs in category area dependent upon the nature of the project.  ie:  airfare, accommodation, meals, mileage, etc.  Budgets should also include a list of other revenue sources whether they are from the individual, club, or other funding agency. (e.g. CSCA Bursary or Swimming Canada support)

Reporting and Commitment to the Program

A successful applicant shall submit the following within 30 days of the completion of the project:  

• A report outlining the outcome and evaluation of the project in relation to its objectives.  
• A financial summary of all income and expenses associated with the project.
• The successful applicant may be requested to present at the Swim Alberta Conference or other coach information session.

Please note:

• Auditing of financial expenditures may also be requested.
  
• Any funding not utilized for the particular project stated on the application shall be returned to Swim Alberta within 30 days of the completion to date of the project.
• A condition of funding is the coaches club must be a participant in the provincial program and have a representative from their club attend the Swim Alberta Conference on an annual basis. 

For More Information:

Please visit – www.swimalberta.ca

Contact:

Kevin Dennis

780-415-1785

kevin@swimalberta.ca 

I confirm that:

1.         The information I have provided on this application for a grant is true, complete and correct and I, the applicant, have personally provided it.

2.         I understand that Swim Alberta may decline this application:

(a)        If I have submitted any false statements or concealed a relevant or significant fact as both constitute misrepresentation.

(b)        If I do not comply with any request for information required by Swim Alberta to effectively administer and maintain the integrity of the program.

(c)        Based on the number and type of applications received.

3.         I will represent Swim Alberta in a positive manner, and publicly declare support we receive through Swim Alberta.

4.         I have read, understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions governing the grant outlined above and accept sole responsibility for the expenditure of the grant funds.

5.         The person responsible for the proposed project is the Applicant.