OMA e-News Alert
Toronto - February 2, 2012 Grants Ontario - New Online Portal! From the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport:
"The Government of Ontario announced the launch of Grants Ontario, an online tool that provides one-window access to information about grants offered by the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, and the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration.
Grants Ontario supports elements of the 2011 Partnership Project report where non-profit organizations asked the Ontario Government to ‘... institute standardized application forms, timelines accountability and reporting requirements across ministries by moving as much as possible online.’"
The Ontario Museum Association is pleased that work in this report, produced in collaboration with the Ontario Nonprofit Network (ONN) (who presented at the 2011 OMA Annual Conference), will result in simplified and streamlined grant application and reporting processes to eliminate the administrative burden on nonprofit organizations. It is confirmed that all Heritage Programs will be included in the portal, namely, Community Museum Operating and Pay Equity Grants (CMOG), Heritage Organization Development Grants (HODG), Provincial Heritage Organization Grants (PHO), the Museum Technology Fund (MTF) and the Cultural Strategic Investment Fund (CSIF).
Visit the OMA Website for ONN's 2011OMA Annual Conference presentation materials.
From the desk of Michelle Sale, A/ Supervisor, Culture Programs Unit, Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, Programs and Services Branch: Benefits of Grants Ontario
Simplified application process
By replacing antiquated software Grants Ontario now allows you to locate, draft and submit grant applications, check application status and manage reports – all online!
Grants Ontario’s automated features relieve the burden of repeated manual input of information which reduces the amount of time spent on submitting applications. Once you have registered, the system will automatically record your contact details such as name, address and title, and uses common application questions to simplify online submissions.
The addition of online report filing in April 2012 will further reduce workload and demonstrates a commitment to a cleaner environment. Payment processes to successful applicants will also be streamlined.
Secure information
Grants Ontario is a secure system that can only be accessed via the Government of Ontario’s encrypted ONe key log-in system. Until data is submitted to the ministry only the applicant will see it.
Get Ready for Grants Ontario
While program application material is not yet available, grant recipients and prospective applicants are encouraged to register on the Grants Ontario system to obtain their One-Key ID and password as soon as possible.
Applicants must complete the enrolment process on the new Grants Ontario before applying to any of the Ministry’s funding programs.
Find out more about Grants Ontario
Visit Grants Ontario ( www.grants.gov.on.ca) to access the online training material and a Frequently Asked Questions section. Technical support will be available during regular business hours.
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport looks forward to supporting you as you transition to Grants Ontario. Please don’t hesitate to contact the following Program Advisors with any questions or comments. They can be reached as follows:
1. Elka Weinstein - Tel: 416-325-4561, E-mail: elka.weinstein@ontario.ca
2. Catherine Blackbourn - Tel: 416-314-4531, E-mail: catherinelee.blackbourn@ontario.ca
Contact: Ontario Museum Association
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Toronto, ON M5T 1L4
Phone: 416-348-8672
Toll-free in ON: 1-866-OMA-8672
Fax: 416-348-0438
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