Sponsor
Polar Knowledge Canada
Description
The Northern Science Award is presented annually to an individual or a group who has made a significant contribution to meritorious knowledge and understanding of the Canadian North. In the spirit of the last International Polar Year (2007-2008), the Northern Science Award recognizes the transformation of knowledge into action.
Eligibility
Until 1997, the award was presented to an individual who made distinguished contributions to northern Canada through scientific work. In recognition of the contribution of Indigenous knowledge to the scientific understanding of the North, the eligibility requirements for the award were then expanded to include Indigenous groups who possess and share Indigenous knowledge. They now include nominees who possess and share Indigenous knowledge and, to recognize the value of collaboration and the role played by organizations in the North, teams of people can also be nominated.
For clarification of "Northern" and "Science" as used for this award, please see the Northern Science Award website.
Anyone can make a nomination of either an individual or a group.
The Northern Science Award selection committee will assess each candidate on the following combination of achievements:
- Wide recognition of the quality and significance of the knowledge created;
- Significant contribution to advancement of northern knowledge;
- Relevance to northern societies or communities, with an emphasis on transforming knowledge into action; and
- Training or participation of Northerners in the work.
Prize
The Northern Science Award comprises the Centenary Medal, which commemorates the hundredth anniversary of the first International Polar Year (1882-1883), and a cash prize of $10,000.
Deadlines
If College-level review is required, your College will communicate its earlier internal deadlines.
| Type | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
External Deadline | Please submit the nomination directly to Polar Knowledge Canada's portal by the external deadline. Please also submit a copy of the full nomination and an OR-5 to research.services@uoguelph.ca. |
How to Apply
Nominations must be submitted using the Polar Knowledge Canada portal by the external deadline. Please also submit a copy of the full nomination and an OR-5 to research.services@uoguelph.ca by the external deadline.
For More Information
For more information regarding nomination requirements please contact ailsakay@uoguelph.ca or visit the Northern Science Award website.