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DRUG TREATMENT COURT FUNDING PROGRAMGUIDE FOR APPLICANTS2004 – 2005November 2004
Table of ContentsDrug Treatment Court Funding Program
Accountability and Evaluation Requirements Application and Submission Details Requirements for Your Funding Proposal Appendix A – Sample Logic Model
INTRODUCTIONCanada ’s Drug Strategy (CDS) is a federally coordinated initiative that takes a balanced approach to reducing the demand for, and supply of, drugs. The six key results of CDS are to:
As part of this Strategy, the Federal Government had made a commitment to expand the number of drug treatment courts in Canada . The Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Programs Branch, in partnership with the Drug Strategy and Controlled Substances Program at the Department of Health, are responsible for the overall management of the Drug Treatment Court (DTC) Funding Program. The DOJ is the point of contact for applicants. DTCs represent a concerted effort to break the cycle of drug use and criminal recidivism. They focus on facilitating treatment for drug-involved offenders who meet specified criteria and provide an alternative to incarceration by offering an opportunity to complete a drug treatment program. These special courts take a comprehensive approach intended to reduce the number of crimes committed to support drug dependence through judicial supervision, comprehensive substance abuse treatment, random and frequent drug testing, incentives and sanctions, clinical case management, and social services support. They are aimed at reducing the harm people cause to themselves and to others through their drug use, as well as reducing the risk that these individuals will continue to use drugs and thereby come into conflict with the law. There are currently two DTCs ( Toronto and Vancouver ) operating in Canada . Both courts were established as pilot demonstration projects with funding from the National Crime Prevention Strategy. These two models can inform the development of other DTCs. However, any new courts will need to develop models that are tailored to meet their own needs and realities. DRUG TREATMENT COURT FUNDING PROGAMThe objectives of the DTC Funding Program are as follows:
What type of funding is available?Projects supported under the DTC Funding Program will receive contribution funding as defined by the Treasury Board of Canada Transfer Payment Policy. See the next section for more details about what expenses will be covered. Funding under this Program will be limited to a maximum of $750,000 per DTC per fiscal year (April 1 – March 31), for an initial period of up to four years. The number of DTCs funded will influence the amount of money available to each. FUNDING CRITERIAWhat type of projects can be supported by this Program?Funding under this Call for Proposals can support activities associated with the development, implementation, and evaluation of a drug treatment court based on a model whose objectives are to break the cycle of drug use and criminal recidivism. Funding can also cover activities associated with building awareness about the DTC. Proposals must demonstrate partnership between the criminal justice system, drug addiction treatment services, and social service agencies and support from the provincial/territorial government. The clear commitment of these partners is integral to the establishment of a strong governance structure. Who may apply?
Who is not eligible to apply?
What expenses will the Program support?Funding may be used only for expenses directly related to the activities of the DTC identified in the project budget approved by the Department of Justice. The project budget will make provision for audit expenses related to the project’s financial statements, which are the responsibility of the funding recipient. Eligible expenses for which the Program will contribute fifty percent (50%) include the following:
What expenses will not be covered by the Program?
PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENTFunding applicants are responsible for all stages of the project, including assessing needs, designing, implementing, evaluating and disseminating project materials and results. Interested applicants are encouraged to work with partners in the development of the proposal. To be considered for funding, all applications must provide the following information and documentation:
PROPOSAL REVIEW AND APPROVALHow will proposals be reviewed?Funding proposals will first be screened by DOJ Programs Branch staff to determine eligibility. Applications that pass the screening criteria will be forwarded to the DTC Funding Program Proposal Review Committee for consideration. The Committee is composed of representatives from: the Departments of Justice and Health, as well as other relevant officials, stakeholders, and experts as required according to the content of proposals. Since funding is limited, it is possible that not all eligible projects will be funded. In recommending proposals for funding, the DTC Funding Program Review Committee will take into consideration, as appropriate and applicable:
How will you be notified of the status of your application?An acknowledgement letter will confirm that your application has been received. Following the review process, you will receive a letter notifying you of the decision concerning your application. If the project is approved, an official from DOJ will contact you to draw up a formal funding agreement between your organization and the Department of Justice. This agreement will specify the terms and conditions for the project’s funding. All projects approved under the DTC Funding Program are subject to the Terms and Conditions applied to such funds by the Treasury Board of Canada. ACCOUNTABILITY AND EVALUATION REQUIREMENTSEvaluation is a critical component of the DTC Funding Program. Applicants are required to submit a draft logic model for their DTC at the time of application (see sample attached as Appendix A). As well, all funding recipients will be required to develop and implement an evaluation framework for their DTC. This framework must be delivered to the Department of Justice within six months of the date of signing the agreement. The framework must identify the following:
Activities and costs associated with the development of the evaluation framework are eligible for up to 50% coverage, including those associated with contracting professionals for the development of the framework. Please ensure these items are listed in your project budget. The following evaluation deliverables are expected under the funding terms:
Results of the progress, mid-term process and final outcome evaluation reports will be used to inform the overall evaluation of CDS. As well, each of the deliverables will be reviewed by the DTC Funding Program in relation to contribution agreement requirements. Technical assistance is available from DOJ for evaluation related activities. Project site visits will be conducted and ongoing communication will be maintained with project funding recipients as a means of monitoring the progress and activities of the projects. Funding Recipients will also be required to provide:
APPLICATION AND SUBMISSION DETAILSTo be eligible for funding, all applicants must provide all of the requested information listed in the next section, “Requirements for Your Funding Proposal”. Submissions to the DTC Funding Program can be made in hard copy or electronically followed by signed hard copy. Refer to the DTC web page to download an electronic version of this package. Applications must be received or postmarked, on or before 17th January , 2005 . Applications received after the deadline will not be considered for funding. For further information or to submit a proposal, please contact: Margaret Trottier Or electronically to : margaret.trottier@justice.gc.ca REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR FUNDING PROPOSAL
I. ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND:Describe the expertise, skill, interest and experience that qualify your organization to undertake this project, and previous experience with such issues. II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION:Describe in detail your project by addressing the following points: a. The issue(s) or need(s) your project would address. (How did you assess the need for this project. What baseline data do you have to support this?) b. Community support for this project. (Please include endorsements, letters of support and agreements from relevant individuals to indicate community support). c. Provincial/territorial support for the project. d. A detailed description of the program model that will be used to address the issues or needs identified. Please include:
e. Expected outputs and products - deliverables. f. A draft logic model (refer to Appendix C for a sample) which includes: objectives, activities, outputs, outcomes, and intended results. The logic model should identify what you expect to achieve by the end of the project and should link to the objectives of Canada ’s Drug Strategy and the DTC Funding Program Fund under which you are applying. g. How the project demonstrates sensitivity to diversity and gender equality issues. (Your proposal should show how you will address the needs and experiences of participants/beneficiaries who come from different social and cultural groups, equity groups and diverse communities.) i. The work plan or schedule of activities to be carried out. j. The communication plan (Include the objectives of your communication /dissemination plan; the priority groups that will be reached; and the methods of communication that will be used. ) k. Strategy for ensuring financial viability or project transition in a post-federal funding period. F unding support will only be provided for an initial period of up to four years at which time the DTC will be assessed for continued ongoing funding. III. BUDGETPlease provide a detailed budget for the project, including all revenues (financial and in-kind from ALL sources) and all expenses (financial and in-kind, e.g., volunteers, services, furniture, facilities, accommodations) by fiscal year (April 1 to March 31). Please read and follow the section “What expenses will the Program support?” A sample budget format is pictured below.
Indicate your organization’s GST/HST rebate (percentage) from Canada Revenue Agency. Your proposal needs to include a signed copy of the following declaration: CONDITIONSDepartmental funding may be used only for the purposes specified in this application. Once the Department has agreed to provide financial assistance, no substantial change to the project shall be made without the consent of the Department, and it shall be at the discretion of the Department to determine what constitutes substantial change in each case. Any funding not used for these purposes must be returned to the Department. The organization is wholly responsible for its own debts. The Department will not consider any application to pay debts. If any part of this funding is used to pay salaries, federal and provincial laws concerning salaries and source deductions must be applied (e.g. deductions for income tax, employment insurance, etc.). Public acknowledgement of funding provided by the Department is expected. Publications should clearly acknowledge the Department's assistance. The organization agrees to respect and apply the spirit and, if applicable, the letter of the Canadian Human Rights Act, the Official Languages Act, and such other privacy legislation as may be enacted by Parliament from time to time. In the event of an access to information request regarding the present funding application or any other information about the organization in the Department's possession, the organization will be consulted before any confidential information is disclosed. Under the Access to Information Act, there is provision for exemption from disclosure of personal information subject to the Privacy Act, and of confidential financial or business information. The designation PROTECTED (when completed) ensures that this information receives enhanced protection. When funding is approved, the amount of funding, the purpose for which the funds were granted and the name of the organization receiving the funding are considered public information. I declare that
I acknowledge that should a contribution project be approved, I will be required to enter into a contribution agreement, which will outline the terms and conditions of the funding. Organization:
TOMBSTONE DATA QUESTIONNAIRE:How did you hear about this Program? (Please check the best answer)
local media (please provide copies of articles/transcripts of interviews) ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ A. APPLICANT INFORMATION1. Language preferred for correspondence. English French 2. Identification of the applicant organization or government body
Name: ________________________________________________
Street Address: _________________________________________
Mailing Address (if different from above): ______________________
Telephone: (___)_____________ Fax:_(____)_________________ E-mail: _______________________________________________
Website address: _______________________________________ 3. Contact Person (Authorized Representative)
Name: _______________________________________________
Title: ________________________________________________
Telephone: (___)_______________ Fax:_(____)_______________ B. DESCRIBE YOUR ORGANIZATION5. Date your organization was established: _______________________ 6. Is it incorporated? ( ) Yes* → ( ) Federal * ( ) Provincial/Territorial * ( ) No *Please include a copy of the certificate and articles of incorporation OR the letters patent. 7. Briefly describe the mandate of your organization. 8. Describe the programs and services your organization provides including:
9. a ) Have you ever received funding from the Department of Justice or Health? Yes – Please provide following information: No
b) Is the current funding application for a continuation/next phase of one of these previously funded projects? Yes No c) On projects previously funded by the Department, was a final report submitted? Yes No – Why? __________________________
10. FOR QUEBEC ORGANIZATIONS ONLYa) Are the majority of your members from the Québec public sector, that is, appointed by the Government of Québec, a minister, a government agency, a municipal body, a school board or another public agency? Yes No b) Are your personnel appointed in accordance with the Public Service Act (of Québec) (chapter F-3.1.1)? Yes No c) Is more than half of your financing derived from Québec public funds, that is from the consolidated revenue fund, a government agency, a municipal body, a school body or another public agency? Yes No d) If you have answered “yes” to one of the above, you must enclose a copy of the Order in Council allowing your organization to negotiate and enter into an agreement with the Department of Justice Canada . Enclosed 11. Please append a copy of audited and financial statements for your organization from the previous year. 12. Disclose involvement of any former public servants who are under the Values and Ethics Code for the Public Service. C. PROJECT INFORMATION13. Project title: __________________________________________ 14. Project start date: ______________ Completion date: __________ Please inform us as to how soon you would be able to start the project. This date should not be longer than three months from the application deadline. |
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