Toponomy
This program provides contributions to support to non-profit organizations and individual that are actively in the study of place names. The maximum amount that can be awarded is $25,000.
1. Purpose
This program provides contributions to individuals and non-profit organizations that are actively involved in toponymy initiatives in Nunavut. Examples of the types of programming that are supported include, but are not limited to, developing maps, creating place name databases, and conducting research on regional toponymy.
2. Eligibility
Eligibility is restricted to individuals and non-profit organizations.
3. Review
A Working Group reviews the funding proposals and makes recommendations to the Director of Heritage. The Grants and Contributions Administrative Officer chairs the Working Group, which is comprised of up to four additional members. The Working Group meets once per year to review funding proposals. In cases where timelines require a proposed project to be assessed quickly and the Working Group has already met, the Director of Heritage may approve or reject the funding proposal.
4. Supporting Data
A completed funding proposal is submitted to the department, which includes a description of the project, an outline of the project objectives, the proposed budget (including revenues and expenditures) and a timeline for completion of the project.
5. Accountability
In addition to the reporting and audit requirements outlined in the policy, recipients are also required to submit an achievement report outlining the benefits achieved, compared to the expectations indicated in the proposal.
6. Amount
The maximum contribution that can be awarded is $50,000, subject to available funding. The government’s liability is limited to the amount of funding authorized. In addition, government will not be responsible for any budget shortfalls or deficits.
7. Payment
Payments will be issued in two installments, as outlined in the terms of the Conditional Contribution Agreement.
8. Term
Contributions are once per fiscal year only, with a reporting period from April 1 to March 31 of each fiscal year.