Canadian Association of Geographers Awards
Aboriginal Peoples
Arctic and Northern Regions
Environment, Energy and Natural Resources
Oceans, Fisheries and Aquaculture
Deadlines
Academic Unit: Inquire with unit
Memorial Deadline: Monday 17th, November 2025
External Deadline: Saturday 31st, January 2026
Description
Nominators are advised to contact Ellen Steinhauer, Awards and Honours, for information on these award.
Award For Scholarly Distinction In Geography
The purpose of the award is to recognize a member of the CAG for outstanding scholarly work in geography either in the form of sustained contributions over a number of years or as a single major research contribution.
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Award for Service to the Profession of Geography
This award is intended to recognize a member of the CAG for exceptional professional service over a period of years – for example, in the university training of geographers, in administration or similar activities in the public service, as an officer of a learned society, or in such other ways as have significantly advanced the profession and practice of geography in Canada.
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The Julian M. Szeicz Award for Early Career Achievement
The Julian M. Szeicz Award honours the memory and achievement of Dr. Julian M. Szeicz (1965-1998). The award is presented annually by the Canadian Association of Geographers in recognition of research achievement and career potential by a Canadian geographer at an early career stage. The purpose of the award is to foster the development of geographical studies of Canada and to provide recognition of recently established geographical practitioners.
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The Robin P. Armstrong Memorial Prize for Excellence in Indigenous Studies
The Robin P. Armstrong Memorial Prize recognizes and promotes excellence in applied research related to First Nation/Aboriginal/Indigenous peoples in Canada. It was established to commemorate the contribution of Robin P. Armstrong to research on Aboriginal issues within the government of Canada and the CAG. The prize is drawn from a fund established in Robin Armstrong’s memory with donations from the Armstrong family and individuals who wish to commemorate Robin and support indigenous studies in this way.
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