MEMBER SUPPORT

A maximum of $1,000 is available per household per fiscal year for approved language and culture opportunities. Funding is subject to available budget and may not cover all requested costs.

• Language or culture conferences, workshops, or gatherings that support language learning, teaching, revitalization, or cultural knowledge sharing.
• Participation in Tribal Journeys, including, travel, accommodations, meals, and essential equipment and participation costs.
• Traditional war canoe participation, including training, event participation, related supplies, and related travel expenses.
• Travel costs directly connected to approved language and cultural opportunities where participation would otherwise be limited by cost.
• Other similar language and culture opportunities that clearly align with the purpose and intent of this funding.

Approved funding may be used for reasonable costs required to participate in eligible language and culture opportunities.

• Any applicable registration or participation fees
• Transportation, fuel, ferry, or airfare related to approved travel
• Accommodation and meal costs that are reasonable and necessary for participation
• Required safety equipment, supplies, or materials directly connected to participation
• Other essential costs approved in advance that directly support the language or cultural opportunity

Applications may be submitted by SȾÁUTW̱ members on behalf of their households seeking support for participation in approved language and culture opportunities. Priority will be given to requests that demonstrate meaningful cultural connection, participation, and benefit to the household and community.

Applicants may include:

• A household member applying for their own participation in an eligible language or cultural event
• A parent, guardian, or caregiver applying on behalf of youth or children in the household
• Households seeking assistance for family participation in approved cultural travel or community representation opportunities

• Applicants must submit a completed request identifying the opportunity, dates, location, household participants, and estimated costs.
• Supporting documents may include registration details, event information, travel estimates, quotes, invoices, or other information relevant to the request.
• Requests are reviewed based on eligibility, available funding, alignment with these guidelines, and the overall benefit of the opportunity.
• Funding is generally limited to one approved request per household per fiscal year.
• Applicants may be contacted for additional information before a decision is made.

• Funding is subject to annual budget availability and is not guaranteed.
• Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until available funding has been fully committed.
• The maximum contribution is $1,000 per household per fiscal year.
• Approved amounts may be less than the full amount requested depending on available resources and the nature of the request.

Community members should submit their request to the SȾÁUTW̱ administrative office with the required supporting documents. You can request support by clicking the “Request Support” button on this page.

• Complete the application form or submit a written request for support.
• Attach available supporting documents such as event details, travel estimates, registration information, or cost quotes.
• Submit the request before the event or travel takes place.
• Program staff may follow up if additional information is required

Applicants are kindly requested to submit only one application per request; multiple submissions to multiple people and departments may delay the review and processing of your application.

Applicants should provide the following, where available:

• Description of the language or culture opportunity
• Dates and location of the event or activity
• Estimated budget or cost breakdown
• Any supporting registration, quote, invoice, or travel details
• Brief explanation of how the opportunity supports language, culture, and household or community connection

The information required may vary depending on the type of request and the costs being requested.

• Whether the request clearly relates to an eligible language or culture opportunity
• Whether the request supports cultural learning, participation, representation, or community connection
• Whether the requested costs are reasonable, necessary, and supported by available information
• Whether the household has already accessed funding during the same fiscal year
• Available funding at the time the application is reviewed
• In an effort to support as many SȾÁUTW̱ families as possible applications are per household and not approved on an individual basis.

The following costs are generally not eligible for funding under these guidelines:

• Retroactive reimbursements for costs incurred before approval
• Costs that are not directly related to an approved language or culture opportunity
• Personal spending, discretionary purchases, or non-essential travel upgrades
• Expenses already fully covered by another funding source
• Alcohol, cannabis, tobacco, fines, penalties, or unrelated household expenses

Applications to SȾÁUTW̱ are welcomed at any time and will be actively reviewed on an ongoing basis. Review and decision-making are supported collaboratively across relevant departments to ensure coordinated, fair, and well-informed use of available resources.

Community members are encouraged to submit applications by:

• Completing the designated application form (online on this page, or paper-based, where available)
• Submitting supporting documentation, if applicable .

Sending applications through one of the following avenues:

• In-person drop-off at SȾÁUTW̱ offices:
  • Administration, Education and Health Programs – 7728 Tetayut Road, Saanichton B.C
  • Child and Family Support Services – 7725 Tetayut Road, Saanichton BC
  • Or directly to program staff or support workers assisting with application

• Email Submission to:
  • Governance Support – Kristin Desjarlais – kdesjarlais@stautw.ca

Applications are accepted in a supportive and low-barrier manner, and staff are available to assist applicants who may need help completing the form or gathering information.

Applicants are kindly requested to submit only one application per request; multiple submissions to multiple people and departments may delay the review and processing of your application.