4.9 Financial Authorization Policy: EFTs, Wires, Cheques, Online Bank Transfers

Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation is committed to ensuring that all payments through all formats are properly authorized. Definitions None / Term – definition Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will ensure that financial authority is delegated in a manner that allows for appropriate responsibility while maintaining governing fiduciary oversight. Protocol 1. Corporate Credit Cards Approved monthly […]

4.6 Financial Reports Policy

Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to regular financial reporting to meet accountability requirements and support decision-making by organizational leadership and the Board of Directors. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation has developed regular internal financial reports for the Board’s review at their regular meetings and will include, at a minimum, a balance […]

4.2 Budgeting Policy

Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to producing an annual budget in a manner to maintain the integrity of our purpose and accountability of our Leads. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will produce an annual balanced budget that will govern its operations for the ensuing year, identifying projected revenue from all sources […]

1.2.1 Pandemic Response Policy

Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to following all guidelines issued by governing and regulatory authorities during a pandemic to minimize exposure and protect health and safety. Definitions Pandemic – an outbreak of any disease on a large, global scale (as and when declared by the provincial health authorities). Pandemic Response Team – […]

2.1.8 Legal Liability Policy

Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to the prudent resolution of legal matters that may arise, directly or indirectly, through the actions of a contractor, support provider, volunteer, or board member while doing work for SDLF. By addressing issues as soon as they arise, SDLF expects to proactively address liability concerns. SDLF is […]

1.1.3 Accessibility Policy

Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to supporting people with disabilities to meaningfully participate in their communities, starting with our community here at SelfDesign Learning Foundation. Definitions Barrier – an obstacle that prevents movement, access, or participation. Disability – any impairment, including a physical, mental, intellectual, cognitive, learning, communication or sensory impairment – […]

1.1.8 Procurement of Goods and Services Policy

Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) will utilize sound and professional business practices while obtaining the best value for procuring goods, services, and equipment. Definitions Value – understood as best fit, best time, best choice, overall the best and not specific to just price Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will ensure that individuals procuring goods and […]

4.3 Capital Expenditures Policy

Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to safe financial practices that protect its assets to maintain accountability of our spending and the integrity of our financial statements. Definitions Capital Assets – tangible assets exceeding $500 and expected to last longer than one year are classified as capital assets. Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will […]

4.4 Credit Card Policy

Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to safe practices when issuing credit cards to individuals to maintain accountability and integrity of our spending. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will only issue a credit card to an individual once a SelfDesign Credit Card Agreement has been completed and signed by the individual receiving […]

4.5 Equipment Loans to Learners Policy

Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to supporting learners’ equipment needs. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will record in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and will amortize per the organizational amortization schedule loans of equipment to learners (as noted in the Capital Expenditure Policy). Protocol The Learning Resources and Services Lead […]