I am a part-time regular KPU faculty member. Am I eligible to apply?
Yes, you are eligible to apply. REGULAR (full-time or part-time) or NON-REGULAR TYPE 2 KPU faculty employees are eligible to apply.
How long will I have before I have to use the funds?
Successful applicants will have until March 31st of the following calendar year to complete their proposed project. Example: if your project has been approved in July 2025, your trip needs to be finalized, all expenses and receipts accounted for and submitted with the approved Expense Report to KPU Finance no later than March 31, 2026.
What if there are trip disruptions due to unforeseen circumstances such as natural disasters, war, or pandemics?
If the funds have already been issued, you must repay the total amount, including any non-refundable expenses made using the allocated funds. Otherwise, your funding request will be cancelled if the funds have yet to be issued. However, we encourage you to resubmit an updated proposal and application for consideration in the next round of funding. We also recommend booking refundable options or purchasing cancellation insurance for expenses incurred.
Do I need to have the travel destination determined at the application stage or can I determine where to travel if I receive the funding?
Please note that only projects with already determined travel destination, including the travel dates and secured letter of invitation from the host institution (if applicable), will be taken into consideration. Should successful applicants’ proposed dates change, KPU International must be notified within 10 business days.
Can the funds allocated be deferred?
Due to limited funding, payments cannot be deferred in case a successful candidate is unable to proceed with the scheduled activity. The faculty member is advised to notify KPU International if the circumstances of the activity change.
How will the funds be distributed? Will I have to advance the payments?
Payment will be in advance in the form of a cheque or direct deposit to the amount approved by the selection committee. Information will be required for cheque requisitions. Proof of flight booking confirmation will need to be submitted to KPU International.
How many grants are available for distribution?
Annual distribution amounts vary from year to year. Typically, 8-10 proposals per calendar year are funded through this fund. More faculty mobility opportunities may be funded as capacity permits.
What is the application deadline in 2025?
The application deadline for this year is March 10th, 2025, at 5 p.m. PST.
Can I spend the funds on another project not outlined in the submitted application?
No, all funds must only be spent on the activity approved in the approved application.
Can I apply for funding more than once?
If you were successful in receiving the MIF funding before, you are allowed to apply again with different project proposal; however, please note that the priority will be given to applicants who have not been awarded yet. Should additional funds be available, returning applicants will be considered.
Who can I contact if I need additional support?
Should you have additional questions, or require support in connecting with existing KPU partners, please reach out to our Global Development and Partnerships Team at global.partnerships@kpu.ca.
If I receive funding and then I am made redundant can I still use the funding?
Unfortunately, if faculty are made redundant after they receive funding, they will need to return the funds if they haven't finalized their experience by the time their employment at KPU ends.
Can I still apply for funding if I have been made redundant?
Funding is only available to regular KPU faculty member and “Type 2” Non-Regular KPU faculty member. Unfortunately if you have been made redundant you are no longer a KPU employee and would not be eligible to apply for funding.