Awards & Distinctions - Opportunities

Upcoming Deadlines

Steacie Prize

Awarded annually to a young scientist or engineer (typically aged 40 years or younger) who have made notable contributions to research in Canada. Value: $10,000.
Deadline: August 31

Sloan Research Fellowship

Two-year fellowship designed to stimulate fundamental research by early-career scientists and scholars of outstanding promise. Value: $75,00 for two years.
Deadline: September 15

Guggenheim Fellowship

Intended for individuals who have already demonstrated exceptional capacity for productive scholarship or exceptional creative ability in the arts between 6 and 12 months.
Deadline: September 17

CIFAR Global Scholars Program

Two-year appointment designed to support early career investigators. Each scholar will have the opportunity for mentorship, to networking, and to form new collaborations.
Deadline: November 5

Recognizes early-stage researchers in the natural sciences and engineering to help enhance capacity in their field, inspire others, and can become leaders in their field. Value: $250,000.
Deadline: December 15

Government of Canada: Order of Canada

Recognizes current or former long-time resident who has demonstrated a high level of excellence and achievement, benefiting the people of Canada or the world.
Deadline: Rolling