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BCTLA Awards & Grants
Support for BCTLA members in teacher-librarian initiatives
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Latest source updateLast Update: October 2, 2026Latest change: The awards and grants page now says the selection decisions for three grants will be made in September instead of June for two grants and October for one grant.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: October 2, 2026
Latest change: The awards and grants page now says the selection decisions for three grants will be made in September instead of June for two grants and October for one grant.
BCTLA Awards & Grants decision dates moved to September
The Awards & Grants page updates the decision timing for three grants: two that previously said decisions would be made in June now say September, and one that previously said October now says September. The nomination windows and grant terms shown on the page were otherwise unchanged in the edited sections.
Funding available
$ 500
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
BCTLA Awards & Grants supports British Columbia Teacher-Librarians’ Association members in British Columbia through awards and professional development funding. It covers teacher-librarianship courses, workshops, conferences, speaking roles, and a reading event for school communities.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Activities funded
- Credit or non-credit courses, workshops, conferences, or programs in teacher-librarianship.
- Speaking or facilitating at a course, workshop, conference, or program other than the annual BCTLA Conference.
- Attendance at the annual BCTLA Conference.
- Planning an event that brings the school community together to share the joy of reading.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- BCTLA members.
- For some awards, current members who are practicing school-level teacher-librarians.
- For some grants, Canadian citizens or landed immigrants who are residents of British Columbia.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not BCTLA members for grants that require membership.
- Applicants who are not Canadian citizens or landed immigrants for the William H. Scott Memorial BCTLA Conference Grant.
- Applicants who are not residents of British Columbia for the grants that require BC residency.
- Applicants who do not hold a valid BC Teaching Certificate for grants that require it.
Eligible expenses
- Approved costs borne by the applicant.
- Registration or tuition fees.
- Travel costs.
- Annual BCTLA Conference registration fee and travel costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Outstanding contribution to teacher-librarianship at and beyond the school level in British Columbia.
- Demonstrating exemplary planning and implementation of a school library program or services.
- Leadership and service through the BCTLA and related organizations.
- Commitment to professional growth through continuing education, research, or participation in national organizations.
- Sharing ideas and resources through workshops and publications.
How to apply
- Click the corresponding button to complete the individual award nomination form or the individual grant application form.
- Use the Chapter Grant application form for the chapter grant.
Processing and Agreement
- The recipient(s) of the grant are selected by the Executive Board for some grants.
- The Ken Haycock Professional Development Grant decision is made in June.
- The BCTLA Representative Speaker Grant decision is made in June.
- The William H. Scott Memorial BCTLA Conference Grant decision is made in October.
- The Naomi Onotera Joy of Reading Grant recipients are selected by the BCTLA and the Surrey BCTLA Chapter.
Additional information
- Most nominations are due between January 1 and March 15 each year.
- Grant nominations are accepted between April 1 and September 15 each year.
- The chapter grant application form is available in the Chapter Services section.
Frequently Asked Questions about the BCTLA Awards & Grants Program
What is the BCTLA Awards & Grants?
BCTLA Awards & Grants supports British Columbia Teacher-Librarians’ Association members in British Columbia through awards and professional development funding. It covers teacher-librarianship courses, workshops, conferences, speaking roles, and a reading event for school communities.
How much funding can be received?
BCTLA Awards & Grants Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the BCTLA Awards & Grants program?
To be eligible for the BCTLA Awards & Grants program, you must:
The applicant must be a current member of the BCTLA.
Some grants require the applicant to be a Canadian citizen or a landed immigrant.
Some grants require the applicant to be a resident of British Columbia.
What expenses are eligible under BCTLA Awards & Grants?
Credit or non-credit courses, workshops, conferences, or programs in teacher-librarianship.
Speaking or facilitating at a course, workshop, conference, or program other than the annual BCTLA Conference.
Attendance at the annual BCTLA Conference.
Planning an event that brings the school community together to share the joy of reading.
Who can I contact for more information about the BCTLA Awards & Grants?
You can contact British Columbia Teacher-Librarians' Association (BCTLA).
Where is the BCTLA Awards & Grants available?
The BCTLA Awards & Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the BCTLA Awards & Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BCTLA Awards & Grants is a Grant and Funding