Role of the AMTEC Trust in the funding ecosystem
The Association for Media and Technology in Education in Canada Trust, commonly known as the AMTEC Trust, is a charitable funding body associated with the Canadian Network for Innovation in Education (CNIE/RCIE). Its purpose is to provide financial support for work that advances the use of media and technology in education across Canada. Through awards, scholarships and project support, the Trust helps educators, students, researchers and practitioners carry out innovative initiatives in teaching and learning with technology.
Funding focus and typical beneficiaries
The AMTEC Trust concentrates on educational media, instructional design and technology-enhanced learning. Funding often targets classroom innovation, research on digital learning environments, the development of open or multimedia resources, and the professional development of educators in these fields. Beneficiaries can include graduate students, early‑career researchers, faculty members, instructional designers, and school or higher‑education teams who are members or partners of CNIE/RCIE.
Types of financial support
While specific programs may evolve over time, the Trust is generally associated with several forms of assistance, such as:
- Scholarships or bursaries for students working in educational technology or media.
- Small research or innovation grants that help launch or complete projects in technology‑enhanced education.
- Awards recognizing exemplary practice, leadership or scholarship in the integration of media and technology in education.
- Occasional travel or dissemination support connected to the CNIE/RCIE conference or related scholarly events.
General expectations and assessment
Projects supported by the AMTEC Trust are typically expected to demonstrate pedagogical value, innovation in the use of media or technology, and potential for impact in Canadian educational contexts. Applications are usually assessed on the clarity of objectives, soundness of methodology or implementation plan, feasibility within the proposed budget, and alignment with the Trust’s focus on educational media and technology.
Governance and relationship to CNIE/RCIE
The Trust operates as a distinct funding vehicle while remaining closely linked to CNIE/RCIE, leveraging the network’s membership and conference activities to publicize its opportunities and recognize recipients. Governance is generally overseen by trustees or a board designated to steward the endowment and ensure that funds are awarded transparently and in line with the Trust’s charitable purpose.