|
||||||
 |
Community Programs & Infrastructure - Community Transportation Assistance Program
The Community Transportation Assistance Program (CTAP) is
intended to promote the delivery and provide operating support for
cost effective and sustainable community-based inclusive
transportation services in low population density communities in
Nova Scotia. Community-based inclusive transportation is defined
as: services that respond to the unmet needs of all persons who
have a transportation disadvantage. Priorities and needs are
determined by the community. Services are developed and provided
by non-profit organizations through partnerships by coordinating
public, private, non-profit, and volunteer resources and services.
Applications will be considered annually for funding within a
fiscal year beginning April 1st and ending March 31st, subject to
funding availability.Application Download: Community Transportation Assistance Program 
Eligibility The basis for Program Grants includes the following criteria:
The Community Transportation Assistance Program provides financial support to cover a portion of the operating costs of a community-based transportation service. Also, eligible organizations interested in developing new community-based transportation services are eligible for the grant upon approval by SNSMR of a summary business plan. In fiscal 2001-02, the Province will provide grants at a maximum $1.41 per capita for a population in a service area to eligible organizations subject to funding availability. Grants will be discounted proportionally for service levels below 0.3 rides per capita/annum. In fiscal 2002-03, and subsequent years, based on budget availability, the Province will provide grants at a maximum $1.13 per capita. Grants will be discounted proportionally for service levels below 0.3 rides per capita/annum. The CTAP Program will provide for ‘one time’ grants to a maximum of $5,000, based on budget availability, to organizations interested in developing new services in regions to undertake start-up work, including: needs assessments, business and financial planning, organizational development, etc. Applicants eligible for the Support Program may apply for funding for the Accessible Transportation Assistance Plan (ATAP), which provides funding of up to $10,000 for the purchase of an accessible vehicle or the modification of an existing vehicle. Cash Flow of Grant Payments For each fiscal year, half (50%) of the grant payment will be paid out in advance upon approval of application and subject to the applicant meeting the eligibility requirements in the program guidelines. The first grant payment will be retroactive to April 1 for the current fiscal year. The remaining 50% will be paid after 6 months subject to reporting requirements. Funding may be adjusted based on the applicant meeting target service levels and submitting required documentation. Applications and proposals may be submitted at any time, in any fiscal year for annual funding, based on budget availability, and may be pro-rated depending on the length of time the organization is in service. Application, Review, and Response Process Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations will conduct reviews and assessments of applications. Applicants will be notified at the earliest possible opportunity when the review is complete. Reviews and awarding of grants cannot be completed until all required information is provided. Grants will be conditional upon the applicants entering into a contractual agreement with the Province containing service performance requirements and reporting. Application Download: Community Transportation Assistance Program
For additional information and inquiries:about the Community Transportation Assistance Program (CTAP) Rene Frigault Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations Phone: ( 902) 424-2088 Fax: (902) 424-0821 Dial-a-Ride about Accessible Transportation Assistance Plan (ATAP) Bernie Swan Nova Scotia Transportation and Public Works Phone: (902) 424-6725 Fax: (902) 424-1163 |
|
|
|
Contact Us | Privacy Policy | Site Map | Search | Government Home | Service NS Home |
|
|
Experience Nova Scotia at novascotialife.com |
|
|
This page and all contents Crown copyright
© 2006, Province of Nova
Scotia, all rights reserved. Please use the online inquiry form if you have any questions, comments or suggestions. |
