*Late applications will not be accepted*
Small TLEF Innovation project proposal deadline: Thursday, November 13, 2025 @ 3:00 pm (OPEN)
Small TLEF Innovation projects are grassroots projects that are intended to support experimentation with pedagogical approaches that have strong potential to enhance learning. These projects should also align with UBC’s strategic priorities relating to transformative learning, but they are typically smaller in scope and scale, and may involve more experimentation and exploration of new and emerging approaches to support learning.
Applications for funding are reviewed by Faculty TLEF committees and by the UBC TLEF Adjudication Committee.
Small TLEF Innovation projects can request up to $50,000 over the life of the project, which can run from one to three years.
- Small TLEF Innovation proposals need to be submitted by 3:00 pm on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
- Renewal applications for existing Small TLEF Innovation projects (for Year 2 or 3 funding) need to be submitted by 3:00 pm on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
Logging In & Getting Started
Click "LOG IN TO APPLY" at the top of this page to get started if you are:
- A new applicant.
- A returning applicant on an existing active TLEF project that is returning to seek Year 2 or 3 funding.
Once logged in:
- Click the green "APPLY" button to start a new application; or
- Click the grey "See my application" button if your application has already been created.
You will then be navigated to your application dashboard.
If you are unable to locate your application or experience any technical difficulties, please contact TLEF.info@ubc.ca.
Department Head Approval
You need to consult with your Department Head/Unit Head or Director before you can submit a TLEF application. Your Department Head/Unit Head, Director, or equivalent must be aware of potential resource commitments, and support the proposed project. It is important that you give your Department Head ample time to review your application well ahead of the University submission deadline.
Adding Collaborators to Your Application
You can invite other UBC colleagues to view and/or edit your application form. From your application dashboard, simply click the "Add collaborator" button, enter the UBC email address of your colleague(s), and then select the type of access you wish to provide them (i.e. "View & edit" or "View only").
TLEF: Small Innovation Projects
*Late applications will not be accepted*
Small TLEF Innovation project proposal deadline: Thursday, November 13, 2025 @ 3:00 pm (OPEN)
Small TLEF Innovation projects are grassroots projects that are intended to support experimentation with pedagogical approaches that have strong potential to enhance learning. These projects should also align with UBC’s strategic priorities relating to transformative learning, but they are typically smaller in scope and scale, and may involve more experimentation and exploration of new and emerging approaches to support learning.
Applications for funding are reviewed by Faculty TLEF committees and by the UBC TLEF Adjudication Committee.
Small TLEF Innovation projects can request up to $50,000 over the life of the project, which can run from one to three years.
- Small TLEF Innovation proposals need to be submitted by 3:00 pm on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
- Renewal applications for existing Small TLEF Innovation projects (for Year 2 or 3 funding) need to be submitted by 3:00 pm on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
Logging In & Getting Started
Click "LOG IN TO APPLY" at the top of this page to get started if you are:
- A new applicant.
- A returning applicant on an existing active TLEF project that is returning to seek Year 2 or 3 funding.
Once logged in:
- Click the green "APPLY" button to start a new application; or
- Click the grey "See my application" button if your application has already been created.
You will then be navigated to your application dashboard.
If you are unable to locate your application or experience any technical difficulties, please contact TLEF.info@ubc.ca.
Department Head Approval
You need to consult with your Department Head/Unit Head or Director before you can submit a TLEF application. Your Department Head/Unit Head, Director, or equivalent must be aware of potential resource commitments, and support the proposed project. It is important that you give your Department Head ample time to review your application well ahead of the University submission deadline.
Adding Collaborators to Your Application
You can invite other UBC colleagues to view and/or edit your application form. From your application dashboard, simply click the "Add collaborator" button, enter the UBC email address of your colleague(s), and then select the type of access you wish to provide them (i.e. "View & edit" or "View only").