Member Development Funds (MDF)
TLOTL Members may apply for MDF to help cover costs of AQs/ABQs, other training and books that will augment their knowledge and/or skills as a teacher.
Members may apply for MDF during the fiscal year (July 1 to June 30) in which the learning was completed, or the resource purchased. Members may access the fund once per fiscal year.
There is a maximum combined total of $400 per member per fiscal year.
- AQ/ABQ – Any AQ or ABQ (NOTE: a senior AQ/ABQ is only eligible if it is for your QECO placement)
- Other training – Members can apply to offset the costs for other events. Examples: ETFO summer academy, Activated Learning, OMEA etc. (NOTE: we do not provide release time)
- Books – For the purchase of books that informs your learning. Example: A book such as how to teach Daily 5, UFLI or how to do Math Talks. (manipulatives, toys, student workbooks, story/picture books, reproducibles, blackline masters are NOT permitted)
- Receipts and supporting documents must be provided to substantiate this information.
- Funding will be provided on a first come basis for as long as the funds remain available.
- Applications must be received by the June deadline listed on the application form.
FOR 2026 – 2027
- You MUST work 30 assignments (or days), in the 2026-2027 year to be eligible
- DO NOT apply prior to fulfilling the work requirements ** (See exception at the bottom)
- Proof of work will be required
- The AQ/ABQ/Resource/PD MUST be completed/be purchased between July 1 2026 and June 30 2027
- Funding is on a first come basis
- ** EXCEPTION If taking an AQ or ABQ ending late June 2027, please apply prior to the deadline of June 25, 2027
If you leave the Local – leave the Board, move to 1.0 permanent prior to completing the 30 assignments, you WILL NOT be reimbursed.
TLOTL also offers members attending workshops and General Meetings in person, the opportunity for dependent care reimbursement.
Link to the TLOTL Dependent Care Reimbursement Form for 2026-2027.