This program takes a long term view to build capacity and leadership within the Ontario sport system. Through employment and development of new paid coaching positions, the CAO hopes to increase the performance of Ontario athletes, grow programs with the inspired leadership of dedicated full-time coaches.
What is the Benefit of a Full-time Coach?
Coaches in a full-time, multi-year employment contract are able to provide continuity and consistency, as well as year round guidance and focus to support athletes over a longer development cycle.
Coach Salary Support Programs
- 2 Year – $40,000 – Female Assistant Coach in a Post Secondary Institution Program
- 3 Year – $60,000 – Full Time Coach
2 Year Program Details ($40K)
How Much Can I Apply For?
The 2 Year Post Secondary Institution (PSI) Full Time Female Assistant Coach Salary Support program provides up to $40,000 of funds over 2 years for a new coach. The amount of the CAO portion of the support in Year 1 is $20,000, and in Year 2 is $20,000.
Eligibility
- Coach must be in Ontario
- Must be coaching Ontario athletes
- Universities or Colleges
- Must be assigned a Mentor
To Apply
For 2018-2019 there are (2) two partnership spots available. See intake dates below.
PSI GUIDELINES
PSI APPLICATION
PSI BUDGET TEMPLATE
Coach Salary Recipients
2018 -2019 2 Year PSI Female Assistant Coach Timelines
Application Intakes are:
Wave 1: April 30, 2018 9:00am
Wave 2: January 25, 2019 5:00pm
Application Employer Notified By:
Wave 1: May 25, 2018
Wave 2: February 22, 2019
Coach To Be Hired By:
Wave 1: June 29, 2018
Wave 2: March 31, 2019
3 Year Program Details($60K)
How Much Can I Apply For?
The 3 Year Full Time Coach Salary Support program provides up to $60,000 of funds over 3 years for a new full-time coach. The amount of the CAO portion of the support in Year 1 is $25,000, in Year 2 is $20,000 and in year 3 is $15,000. The annual coach salary can be greater, but not less than $40,000 per year.
Eligibility
- Coach must be in Ontario
- Must be coaching Ontario athletes
- PSOs, clubs, universities, colleges, or regional centres of excellence may apply as the employer (PSO must support and endorsement applications)
- Must be a new position
When To Apply
For 2018-2019 there are (3) three partnership spots available. See intake dates below.
GUIDELINES
APPLICATION
BUDGET TEMPLATE
Coach Salary Recipients
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2018 -2019 3 Year Full Time Coach Timelines
Application Intakes are:
Wave 1: October 29, 2018
Wave 2: January 25, 2019
Wave 1: November 23, 2018
Wave 2: February 22, 2019
Coach To Be Hired By:
Wave 1: January 4, 2019
Wave 2: March 31, 2019
