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TRI-AGENCY INFORMATION SESSION OCTOBER 2015

Agenda Certifications Compliance Criterion The Roles & Responsibilities of the Partners The Requirements for Using Grant Funds Tri-Agency Monitoring Visit – Summary Changes Scientific Stores

Certifications Each certification body sends an excel file of certification initial & ongoing approval status to Research Finance: –Animal REB –Biosafety Committee –Human – Hamilton Integrated REB (medical board) –Human – McMaster REB (general board) –Required by Tri-Agencies & McMaster Research Integrity Policy Emerging ethics on established projects –Get approval from appropriate certification body –Inform Research Finance

Compliance Criterion PI or Delegate Approval Eligibility of Expense Proper Back-up

General Principles Grant funds must contribute towards the direct costs of the research for which the funds were awarded. The institution has the right and responsibility to withhold payment of expenses submitted for reimbursement by the grantee that contravene Agency requirements or institutional policy.

Agenda The Roles & Responsibilities of the Partners Requirements when Using Grant Funds

Tri-Agency Financial Administration Guide on the Roles and Responsibilities in the Management of Federal Grants and Awards

The Roles and Responsibilities Agencies Timely release of approved grant funding Detailed grant fund payment information Clear, concise requirements for fund use Timely response to inquiries Consultation on major program changes Conduct financial monitoring reviews of grant and award funds.

Provide an appropriate physical and organizational infrastructure Implement effective policies, systems & controls Perform ongoing oversight of grant fund usage Provide administrative and financial support to grant holders Monitor the eligibility status of grant holders Annual reporting to granting Agencies. The Roles and Responsibilities Institutions

The Roles and Responsibilities Grant Holders Day to day management of their grant funds Compliance with the Agencies’ policies and guidelines Timely notification of changes in eligibility status Provision of required annual reports Recognition of Agencies funding support.

The Grantee (or his/her delegate) is responsible for authorizing ALL expenditures from his/her project. The authorization certifies that: –all expenditures on the claim are for the purpose for which the grant was awarded; all expenditures on the claim are eligible expenses; all goods and/or services have been received; –the charges included have not been claimed for reimbursement from other sources; and –reimbursements for expenditures received from other sources or institutions must be disclosed to the administering institution. The Roles and Responsibilities Grant Holders

The Tri-Agency Financial Administration Guide

Use of Grant Funds - General Principles Direct and necessary costs of research only Effective and economic use of funds Equipment purchased is the property of the Institution If no written Agency policy, the Institution’s policy applies Agencies defer to Institutions’ conflict of interest policies Institutions can withhold payment of expenses approved by grant holders that contravene Agencies’ requirements or Institutions’ policies

Categories of Expenses

Compensation-Related Expenses (NSERC Grants) Salaries and Institutional non-discretionary benefits (per Institutions’ policy) Stipends (per Institutions’ policy) –Salaries and Stipends to postdoctoral fellows are limited to two years' support from the Agency. Three years' support is acceptable, when justified –Stipends to visiting researchers up to a maximum of $2,000 per month for up to 125 days per year, not including travel and subsistence costs Consulting fees Fees paid to research subjects Subcontracting costs Clerical salaries directly related to dissemination activities Honoraria for guest lecturers. Salary of Grant holders or persons eligible to apply for funding from Agencies Administrative charges and fees Compensation-related benefits to recipients of stipends Discretionary severance and separation packages. EligibleIneligible

Compensation-Related Expenses (SSHRC Grants) Salaries and Institutional non-discretionary benefits (per Institutions’ policy) Stipends (per Institutions’ policy) –Salaries and Stipends to postdoctoral fellows are limited to two years' support from the Agency. Three years' support is acceptable, when justified Consulting fees Fees paid to research subjects Subcontracting costs Clerical salaries directly related to dissemination activities Honoraria for guest lecturers Release Time Stipends only when awarded Salary Research Allowances only when included in a particular funding opportunity. Salary to Project Coordinators Salary of Grant holders or persons eligible to apply for funding from Agencies Administrative charges and fees Compensation-related benefits to recipients of stipends Discretionary severance and separation packages. EligibleIneligible

Eligible Salaries and Institutional non-discretionary benefits (per Institutions’ policy) Stipends (per Institutions’ policy) Consulting fees Fees paid to research subjects Subcontracting costs Clerical salaries directly related to dissemination Honoraria for guest lecturers. Release Time Allowances only when included in a particular funding opportunity Ineligible Salary of Grant holders or persons eligible to apply for funding from Agencies Administrative charges and fees Compensation-related benefits to recipients of stipends Discretionary severance and separation packages. Payments to practicing clinicians participating in the research on a part- time basis unless specified in the Funding Opportunity. Payments to individuals participating in the research as an investigator and who receive remuneration for teaching or service work unless specified in the Funding Opportunity. Compensation-Related Expenses (CIHR Grants)

Compensation-Related Expenses Name of the person Position or category of employment Salary or stipend Duration of compensation Details of supplementary benefits Authorization of grant holder or delegate Supporting Evidence Requirements

Travel and Subsistence Expenses Transportation Meals & accommodation Travel cancellation insurance and seat reservation charges Travel health insurance (if not provided by employer or other sources) Safety-related expenses for field work travel Entry visa fees Collaborators’ travel and subsistence expenses related to research planning and exchange of information with the grantee or for the dissemination of research results (NSERC and SSHRC only); unless this is not permitted according to their formal participation in certain programs, as described in the program specific description and or application instructions (NSERC only). Relocation costs for research personnel and their immediate family Child care expenses as specified by the Agencies ( For traveling nursing mothers or single parents ) Eligible

Travel and Subsistence Expenses Commuting (home to/from work and between two workplaces) Passport & immigration fees Thesis examination/defense related travel Reimbursement of airfare acquired with frequent flyer points. Ineligible

Travel and Subsistence Expenses Purpose of trip Dates & destinations Prospectus or program for conference related travel Details of daily expenses Details of vehicle usage Original receipts (no credit card slips). Original air travel ticket & boarding passes (if available) or any other evidence that support travel expenses claimed Supporting Evidence Requirements Separate claim for each claimant for each trip Traveler’s affiliation to the grant holder’s research project Approval of claimant and grant holder or delegate Approval of department head or dean for grant holder’s or visiting researchers travel claim.

Hospitality Expenses Networking A formal courtesy between the grant holder and guest researchers. Research related activities Assemblies that aid and contribute to the achievement of the research objectives such as meeting with partners and stakeholders.

Hospitality Expenses Non-alcoholic beverages Meals EligibleIneligible Alcoholic beverages Entertainment Gifts Regular interactions with colleagues

Hospitality Expenses Purpose of the event Date(s) of the event Number of participants Original receipts (no credit card slips) Authorization of grant holder or delegate. Supporting Evidence Requirements:

Sabbatical and Leave Periods Vehicle required for field work Direct costs for research work (including travel and accommodations) Equipment & materials transportation (to and from sabbatical location) Travel to conferences Round trip travel between home institution and sabbatical location (NSERC/CIHR grants limited to one round-trip only) Transport of research personnel for supervisory or academic purposes Travel to home institution for supervisory or academic purposes Living expenses Eligible Ineligible

Sabbatical and Leave Periods Supporting Evidence Requirements Original invoices, contracts, receipts Travel claim and supporting documents for travel (see supporting evidence requirement s for travel and subsistence expenses) Authorization of grant holder or delegate Authorization of Department Head or Dean for grant holder’s travel claims.

Equipment and Supplies Expenses Research equipment and supplies (refer to Table in the Tri-Agency Financial Administration Guide) Travel to manufacturer (for major equipment purchases only) Shipping for purchased equipment Extended warranty for equipment Brokerage & customs charges Staff training on use of equipment or specialized facility Maintenance and operating costs for equipment/vehicles used for research Insurance (Equipment & Vehicles) Space/facilities rental Construction/renovation of facilities EligibleIneligible

Equipment and Supplies Supporting Evidence Requirements : Original invoices, contracts, receipts Purchase price Justification detailing the relation of expenses to the research project Authorization of grant holder or delegate

Computers and Electronic Communications Computers, tablets, modems, and other hardware and specialized software required for the research ( if not normally provided by the institution and with adequate justification ) Internet service for research at home or at the Institution ( if not normally provided by the Institution ) Cell phones or smartphone devices when they are necessary for data collection, and/or personnel safety reasons with adequate justification. Monthly connection or rental costs of telephones Connection or installation of communication lines Voice mail Library acquisitions, computer and other information services provided to all members of the Institution. EligibleIneligible

Computers and Electronic Communications Original invoices, contracts, receipts Justification detailing the relation of expenses to the research project Authorization of grant holder or delegate. Supporting Evidence Requirements :

Dissemination of Research Results Development & maintenance of Web-based information Dissemination of findings –via traditional & contemporary means Page charges for published articles including open access costs Manuscript preparation Translation Workshops, seminars directly related to the research Eligible

Dissemination of Research Results Original invoices, contracts, receipts Authorization of grant holder or delegate Supporting Evidence Requirements :

Services & Miscellaneous Expenses Recruiting costs for research personnel Safe disposal of waste Books, periodicals, specialized office supplies, not provided by the Institution Training/development in novel techniques necessary for the research Specialized courses with adequate justification Professional association or scientific society memberships necessary for the research Monthly parking fee for a vehicle specifically required for field work & when used for that purpose. Adjunct professors whose primary place of employment is outside the university sector can only use their funds for direct support of students (salaries/stipends and student travel costs), all other costs must be covered thorough other sources of funding (NSERC only). Eligible

Services and Miscellaneous Expenses Ineligible Staff recognition and awards Education related costs such as thesis preparation, tuition fees leading up to a degree Professional training or development Cost for preparation of teaching materials Basic services & supplies for research labs (i.e. heat, distilled water etc) Insurance costs for buildings/equipment Regulatory compliance costs including ethical review, biohazards, environmental assessments (includes laboratory gloves) Monthly parking unless specifically required for field work Sales tax to which an exemption or rebate applies Regular clothing Patenting Moving a lab

Services and Miscellaneous Expenses Supporting Evidence Requirements : Original invoices, contracts, receipts For internal acquisitions/services costs: documentation describing the acquisition/service if a shared acquisition/service, the method of calculating the allocation of the costs Authorization of grant holder or delegate Appropriate justifications of all expenditures (i.e. economic benefits to a professional association)

Consequences of Fund Misuse Ineligible cost → Reimbursement to grant holder project Frequent ineligible costs → Freeze or termination of grant fund → Committee on Professional and Scientific Integrity Fraudulent use of funds →Legal authorities

WEB SITE ADDRESSES CIHR: NSERC: SSHRC: Professeurs/FinancialAdminGuide- GuideAdminFinancier/index_eng.asp

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