Bursary Application Criteria

Any dancer wishing to become an instructor in the different dance categories sponsored by the Society (Modern Square, Round, Clogging, Line, Contra) or current instructor wishing to upgrade skills may apply, through their Provincial Federation to the Canadian Square & Round Dance Society for a bursary to help offset the expenses incurred.

a) All applicants must be for the current calendar year
b) Applicants will not be considered for a bursary two years in a row
c) Applicants from remote areas are usually given preference
d) Length of course will be taken into consideration

Current maximum amount of Society bursary is $500 per application. The Committee is authorized to award lesser amounts based on the costs of registration, transportation, accommodation and the length of the course.

Bursary applications must be received by the Professional Development Committee by June 15th for consideration for the current calendar year. Applicants will be notified by July 15th of the Committee’s decision. Confirmation of course attendance must be sent to the Professional Development Chairperson no later than 30 days following course completion. Bursary will be paid to applicant when proof of course completion is received. Upon completion of caller/cuer training, an itemized list of expenses for registration, travel and accommodations and a photocopy of your receipts must be submitted. The Course Evaluation Form must accompany the expense claim before the applicant will receive the funding.