Honoraria
Visiting Speaker Guidelines
- A Visiting Speaker may be a guest speaker or seminar leader/consultant whose engagement is normally for a max of 5 days. These are exempt from work permits.
- A guest lecturer is usually invited for a series of lectures that does not complete an academic course and lasts less than an academic term. These require a work permit
- Individuals may be Residents or Non-Residents of Canada. If they are non-residents of Canada, please view more information about inviting foreign visitors.
- Payments to Visiting Speakers/Lecturers are coded as honorariums.
- If a Non-Resident is receiving payment for an honorarium, and is in the country for five or more days, Shared Services requires a copy of the Employment Authorization or work permit.
- Non-Residents may request a tax waiver through the Canada Revenue Agency. If approved, a copy must be provided to the Staff Service Centre.
- Completed Honoraria Reporting and Payment Form
- Non-employee Reimbursement
- Wire Transfer form
- Information on $US exchange rate: see Guide to Financial Management
Indigenous Honorarium Payment Guidelines
The University of Alberta recognizes the importance of honorarium to First Nations, Métis and Inuit individuals (FNMI) in a culturally sensitive way. These payments are most often considered 'Gifts' - a long Inherent and Traditional Custom in most Indigenous cultures today. Procedures, guidelines and forms are available to assist faculty and staff when making these payments.