BCGEU Professional Development Committees

BCGEU Group PD Events Committee

Chairperson: Shiona Northway, local 2496

Committee Members
Shiona Northway (Chair)
Christine Mitchell
Milena Essig
Rosemary Holley
Nancy Randall
Gary Doolin

Support: Connie Kovalenka, local 6196

Funding Sources and Amounts
Annual budget $4,500; usual funding per event $500.

Application Process
Request, in writing, to the Chairperson of the Group PD Events Committee.

BCGEU PD Leave Committee

Chairperson: Tony Bellavia, local 6161

Affiliation of Committee
Advisory to the VP, Academic

Terms of Reference
BCGEU Collective Agreement, Article 17.8 – Professional Development

Funding Sources and Amounts
One assisted leave at 70% of current salary

Eligibility
Regular BCGEU faculty with a minimum of three consecutive years of service.

Types of Projects
Studies, or experience in business, industry, community service, government or other educational institution.

Application Process
Request, in writing, to the Dean at least six months prior to the proposed leave.
Interview required.

Accountability Required from Successful Applicants
Submit to the Dean a report of leave activities and accomplishments within two months following completion of the leave.