Work plan template
Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (SAR NIF)

This page is an accessible version of the work plan template content and provides instructions on how to fill out the template which is available for download on this page. The downloaded template must be completed and submitted with your application.

Download work plan template (Word 37 KB)

The work plan provides information on the key activities and timelines. Organizations often rely on detailed work plans to manage projects. For this application, only include the steps that will help achieve your objectives. Do not include all the steps you will take to manage the project, such as hiring an employee or reporting on your project. If the project is approved, you will need to report on all activities to the department. Writing reports will be easier if you only include important activities.

The key activities you propose need to:

Note that projects should be planned to start no sooner than November 2026 (in Q3 of Fiscal Year 1 in the work plan table).

For activities that will be available to the public, you should include translation or other supports.

Compare the work plan to your budget to ensure you have the resources required to carry out the activities.

You will complete the following information in your work plan:

Activity
A specific action undertaken to achieve the project's goal or objective
Sub-activity
Smaller actions that support the main activity, listed in the order they will be done. There can be multiple sub-activities.
Objective/purpose
The reason for doing this activity and sub-activity. Explain why it is crucial for achieving the main activity and the overall project goals.
Deliverables
The specific results or products from an activity or sub-activity.
Resources needed
The people, materials, or other resources required to complete an activity or sub-activity. This must align with your budget form.
Key performance indicators
Measures to check if an activity or sub-activity is successful.
Time periods

You will indicate what time period you intend to work on the activity or sub-activity, according to the fiscal year table provided in the template. A quarter is indicated by the letter Q:

  • Q1: April to June
  • Q2: July to September
  • Q3: October to December
  • Q4: January to March
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