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  1. questionAfter being approved for funding of a specific PD activity, can I change the type of PD activity for which I requested?
    No. You will only be refunded for the PD activity that you have applied for and for which funds have been approved by the CPDF Committee (c.a.art.10.15 and 10.16)

  2. questionAre the PD funds taxable as income?
    Funding for activities or supplies may be considered a taxable benefit if they are not essential to your continued employment.

  3. questionCan French or English language courses outside of Concordia be considered as PD activities for funding?
    Yes, however because Concordia offers both credited (at the University) and noncredited (Cont. Ed.) French and English courses free of charge, it would be advisable to use PD funds for other activities.

  4. questionCan I apply for CPDF every year?
    Yes, you can apply every year; however, priority will be given to 1st time applicants or employees who have not received funding in the preceding 3 years. (c.a. art. 10.11b)

  5. questionCan I apply for CPDF more than once during the same budget year?
    Yes, but only one request per year can be granted. (c.a. art. 10.12a)

  6. questionCan I apply for funding for a professional development activity that does not directly relate to my current job?
    Yes, you can apply but it will be rejected if it does not apply to your current or future job at Concordia University. If it relates to a future job, the onus is on you to show proof. (c.a. art. 10.12c)

  7. questionCan I apply for funding if I want to take a course at another university?
    Yes, providing it is related to your job and not available at Concordia University through tuition wavers.

  8. questionCan I apply for PD funds for a course that my work unit needs me to take?
    Yes, but you should try to get funding from your department first. If it is required by your department, then the department should pay for it. If your department cannot provide the funding then you can apply for CUPEU PD funding.

  9. questionCan I apply for PD funds for textbooks for a course?
    Yes, you can if you are able to provide proof of course registration.

  10. questionCan I apply for PD funds to attend a a conference even if my supervisor does not agree to give me time off to attend?
    Yes, you can apply. However, you will have to take the time to attend the conference as vacation time, assuming your supervisor agrees to grant you vacation time or unpaid leave during the period of the conference. (c.a. art.10.11c)

  11. questionCan I request a number of unrelated items (for example, a course and a magazine subscription) using the same application form?
    Yes, you may as long as, overall, you don't exceed the maximum allowable grant.

  12. questionCan I request advanced payment of PD funds to attend an activity?
    Yes, expenses may be paid by the University in advance of the scheduled activity. A request for advanced payment should be submitted to the CPFC along with the application for funding. An advanced payment will be made available as soon as the funds have been approved and allocated by the CPDF c ...

  13. questionCan I request funding for membership in a professional association?
    Yes. You can apply for PD funds to become a member of a professional association. (c.a. art.10.12b)

  14. questionCan I request funding for software, hardware or other type of technical devices that I would like to become proficient in?
    Yes, you can request funding for software, books or magazines. No, you cannot request funding for any hardware or technical devices. (c.a. art.10.13b)

  15. questionDo I have to consult with Concordia’s Travel Department for my traveling arrangements?
    It is advisable to consult Concordia's Travel Department and compare prices.

  16. questionDoes my superior need to approve my request?
    Yes, only if there will be missed work days, you need to obtain your supervisor's approval. (c.a.art.10.11c)

  17. questionHow do I claim a re-imbursement for my PD activity?
    You must fill out a university reimbursement claim form and send it along with supporting documents (receipts, etc.) to CUPEU at S-MI-202.

  18. questionHow do I report the expenses?
    Fill out the university reimbursement claim form and on a separate legal size (8 ½ x 14) sheet of paper attach/glue all your receipts accompanied by your credit card statement. Black out any information on your credit card statement that does not refer to your PD expense claim. Fold and place th ...

  19. questionHow long should I expect to have to wait before the refund is deposited in my account?
    Expect a minimum of four weeks and up to six weeks before the refund is deposited into your account by accounts payable.

  20. questionHow many times per year does the CPDF Committee accept applications for funding?
    The CPDF Committee meets a minimum of three times per budget year (June, November and March) to review the applications. If any PD funds remain after the third call, there might be an additional call for submissions or the remaining funds may be rolled into the next budget year. (c.a. art.10.12a ...

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