Awards & Distinctions - Opportunities

Upcoming Deadlines

Order of Canada

Recognizes a lifetime of outstanding achievement, dedication to the community, and service to Canada. Any citizen may be appointed.
Deadline: Rolling

Killam Prizes

Provide support to Canadian scholars of exceptional ability who are actively engaged in research of broad significance and widespread interest.
Deadline: June 2, 2023

Dorothy Killam Fellowship

Support scholars of exceptional ability who are engaged in research projects of broad significance and widespread interest.
Deadline: June 16, 2023

Canada Gairdner Momentum Award

Recognizes 2 mid-career investigators working in Canada who have produced exceptional scientific research contributions with continued impact on health.
Value: $50,000 each
Deadline: July 15, 2023

Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

Honours Canada’s medical heroes, aiming to thereby inspire youth to pursue careers in the health sciences.
Deadline: June 12, 2023

Steacie Prizes

Awarded to scientists 40 years of age or younger who have made notable contributions to research in Canada.
Value: $10,000
Deadline: TBA, 2023