Sponsor
Polar Knowledge Canada
Sponsor deadline:
Award Details
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 and, in the spirit of the last International Polar Year (2007-2008), recognizes the transformation of knowledge into action. Laureates of the award receive the Centenary Medal and $10,000.
As part of the selection process, the 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.