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Professional Development

GET YOUR PD APPLICATION IN BEFORE THE SUMMER BREAK!

June 6, 2025 by CCFAASC Leave a Comment

We only have 2 more meetings, and the deadline for the final meeting before we resume in September is NOON, THURSDAY JUNE 19!!! Please contact the CCFA office if you have any questions. ac.nusomac@DP-AFCC … [Read more...] about GET YOUR PD APPLICATION IN BEFORE THE SUMMER BREAK!

One Last Call for 2024/25 Fiscal Year PD Expenses!

March 24, 2025 by CCFAASC Leave a Comment

If you still have any outstanding approved PD expenses to claim for the 2024/2025 fiscal year (any PD activity that began between April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025), you must submit them to the CCFA office BY Thursday APRIL 3! After that date you will no longer be able to make a claim on 24/25 expenses that you have already been approved for. Your claim account will be closed (due … [Read more...] about One Last Call for 2024/25 Fiscal Year PD Expenses!

Last Call for 2024 Fiscal PD Applications!

March 7, 2025 by CCFAASC Leave a Comment

The end of the 2024 PD fiscal year is almost here. … [Read more...] about Last Call for 2024 Fiscal PD Applications!

Unable to complete a PD activity that you paid for?

February 20, 2025 by CCFAASC Leave a Comment

If you are no longer able to complete a PD activity due to extenuating circumstances, the PD committee will consider, on a case-by-case basis, approving your non-refundable expenses. Rationales considered include sickness or conference cancellations but may also include re-evaluating your original decision to attend for ethical, moral or political reasons. In these cases, … [Read more...] about Unable to complete a PD activity that you paid for?

Last call for CCFA long-term professional development funding!

January 3, 2025 by CCFAASC Leave a Comment

The 2025 deadline of January 31 is fast approaching! Are you a continuing CCFA member? Are you thinking about taking a Masters or PhD program? Or some other long-term PD activity? You may be eligible for long-term funding. Contact the office at ac.nusomac@DP-AFCC and start the application process now. … [Read more...] about Last call for CCFA long-term professional development funding!

Thinking about Long-Term PD?

December 2, 2024 by CCFAASC Leave a Comment

New Long-Term PD application forms for the 2025 year are now available on the website! If you are interested in applying, please use the most current forms and talk to the CCFA office for guidance. The deadline for long-term funds is fast approaching! In addition, the newly updated PD Fund Guidelines for the 2025 year are now available on the website. Refer to these … [Read more...] about Thinking about Long-Term PD?

PD Funding Still Available for your PD Activities!

October 24, 2024 by CCFAASC Leave a Comment

Submitted on behalf of Martha McAlister As you are aware, the college has been put under an "Essential Spending Mandate". You will have been told that nonessential spending includes "Optional or deferrable conferences". NOTE: This does NOT apply to CCFA funded PD activities! These funds are entirely at the discretion of the CCFA. So please, keep applying for funds to … [Read more...] about PD Funding Still Available for your PD Activities!

Faculty Professional Development Funding

September 23, 2024 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Submitted by Martha McAlister, Professional Development Committee Chair Did you know that ALL CCFA faculty members have access to funding for professional development activities? Below are some general highlights, but you will find detailed guidelines and all the forms on the CCFA website. Contact Martha McAlister, the Chair of the CCFA PD Committee (ac.nusomac@mretsilacm), … [Read more...] about Faculty Professional Development Funding

Thinking about completing a Professional Development activity?  

August 29, 2024 by CCFAASC

Submitted on behalf of Martha McAlister The 2024-25 PD application submission deadlines are now available. Professional Development funding is available through the CCFA for both Continuing and Term faculty!  You can be reimbursed for course registration fees, conferences (and travel to them), textbooks, workshops, or other educational activities. You will find … [Read more...] about Thinking about completing a Professional Development activity?  

Time Running Out for Summer PD Applications

May 30, 2024 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Attention Members! The PD committee will only meet two more times before the summer break! If you have any PD requests that you hope to apply for before September, please make sure you get them in BY Friday June 7 OR Friday June 21. Otherwise, our next meeting is in the Fall, with a deadline for applications by Friday September 6. If you have any questions about … [Read more...] about Time Running Out for Summer PD Applications

Warning! Predatory Conferences

January 19, 2024 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Call to Act, if not you, who?

Martha McAlister and the PD Funding Committee would like members to beware of SCAM conferences. There has been an increase in fake "Predatory Conferences" Before you seek funding to attend a conference, please ensure it is a reputable organization. It can be very hard to detect and a number of us have been fooled. Keep an eye out for some of these red … [Read more...] about Warning! Predatory Conferences

Camosun Showcase 2024: Professional, Scholarly, & Creative Activity

November 8, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Call to Act, if not you, who?

Submitted by Deidre Murphy Call for Submissions Are you interested in sharing your stories of innovation, research, and creativity with the college community and beyond? Are you interested in highlighting the relevant and important work that you have done individually or collaboratively with colleagues, students, or community? If so, consider contributing to Camosun … [Read more...] about Camosun Showcase 2024: Professional, Scholarly, & Creative Activity

Read this if you’re working on your PIDP!

September 26, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

LAST CALL to register for Provincial Instructor Diploma Program in-person course at Camosun! PIDP is well-regarded by many Camosun faculty, and instructors across the province. If you are considering taking this diploma, now is a good opportunity to get started, with an in-person offering. The cost for PIDP is fully covered through our CCFA PD fund! Wondering what other … [Read more...] about Read this if you’re working on your PIDP!

Professional Development Funding Info Session

September 20, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani 1 Comment

Monday, October 16, 3:30-4:30pm  ONLINE Register for Professional Development Funding Through CCFA Did you know as a continuing CCFA faculty member you are eligible for up to $4,000/year to support your professional development? Term faculty are also eligible to apply for a prorated amount! We’ll answer questions like: What’s covered? How do I apply?  Come learn … [Read more...] about Professional Development Funding Info Session

PD Fund Update: 2023 Travel per Diem

April 11, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

PD Fund Update As of April 1, 2023 the rates for travel per diems and mileage have increased! Please make sure to use the new updated travel claim form after your PD activity, which you can access off the CCFA Website. These amounts will be made retroactive to April 1 for any applications that have already been approved. We've also head from many faculty members that … [Read more...] about PD Fund Update: 2023 Travel per Diem

Important Minor Change to PD Application Timelines

March 28, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Update from Martha McAlister, Chair of the PD Committee. Though still not up to pre-Covid levels, the PD committee continues to see an increase in applications, with more faculty travelling again and taking advantage of some very interesting learning opportunities. We recognize the application process can be challenging for some faculty, particularly if you haven’t done it … [Read more...] about Important Minor Change to PD Application Timelines

Reminder for Members – Two Important Deadlines on February 15

February 13, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

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Dear Members, I know many of you were negativity impacted by the pay date change and wanted to be sure you don’t miss the window to reapply!  The Payroll Advance Option to support faculty negatively impacted by the Pay Date Change Deadline to Apply is February 15! The College is making the “loan option” available to faculty and exempt employees.  This “loan” is … [Read more...] about Reminder for Members – Two Important Deadlines on February 15

Welcome Message from New PD Chair

February 6, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Hello dear CCFA members. I want to introduce myself to you. I have just taken over the role of the CCFA Professional Development Fund committee chair (from Blair Fisher, who was in the role for many years). I thought it would be good to share some valuable tips and info with you about the PD funds and the process to apply. DID YOU KNOW? Term faculty are also entitled … [Read more...] about Welcome Message from New PD Chair

SD Intent Deadlines & Payroll Advance Registration Reminders!

February 1, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

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Greetings Members! I know from the title you were probably expecting to get a series of Confluence Blog articles from the Union’s posts over the last month.  Well, surprise!  THERE WEREN’T ANY.  Not that I didn’t want to publish some great info for our members or that I wouldn’t have loved to post your content, too (that’s a plea, by the way!).  None of … [Read more...] about SD Intent Deadlines & Payroll Advance Registration Reminders!

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