Nominations must be received electronically by January 31, 2016.
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.
Last year’s recipient was Olav Slaymaker, University of British Columbia
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.
Last year’s recipient was Dan J. Smith, University of Victoria
Award for Geography in the Service of Government or Business
Established in 1997 in recognition of the primary importance of excellence in geography in the service of government or business, the Canadian Association of Geographers (CAG) offers this award to someone who has carried out major work for or in the public or private sector. Normally a nominee would have distinguished himself or herself through the development or application of geographic techniques or tools used in the service of government or business or has a record of achievement for geography in the service of government or business over a long period of time.
Last year’s recipient was Peter G. Bush, Nova Scotia Environment-Protected Areas & Ecosystems
Award for Excellence in Teaching Geography
In recognition of the primary importance of teaching excellence in geographic education, the Canadian Association of Geographers (CAG) offers, since 1997, this award to a member of the CAG who teaches in a recognized university, college, CEGEP or high school. At a minimum, a nominee must be the member of the teaching staff, full or part-time, hired to teach a course in any one year, who has primary responsibility for organizing and presenting course material.
Normally, a nominee would be a member of the teaching staff, who has distinguished herself or himself in courses with small and large enrolments, at different levels of instruction, over several years of teaching in the nominating institution.
Last year’s recipient was Don Boyes, University of Toronto
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The attached cover page MUST accompany each nomination. Click here for the complete nomination procedure and here for the list offormer recipients.
NOTE: Unsuccessful nominations are retained and reconsidered for two additional years. In such cases, a new nomination is not required, however, additional information from the nominator is welcome provided that it is submitted prior to the deadline.
DEADLINE: Nominations must be received electronically by January 31, 2016.