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Below are various awards available in Ontario sorted by the agency deadline.

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AwardDescriptionAgency Deadline
JUNE
York University Postdoctoral Supervisor of the Year AwardRecognizes one Postdoctoral Supervisor who has demonstrated exemplary support for postdoctoral scholars at York University.2023-06-01
Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health ResearchAwarded to an individual of international stature who best exemplifies Dr. Henry Friesen’s prescience, organizational creativity and broad impact on health research and health research policy.2023-06-01*
Killam PrizesAwarded to distinguished Canadian scholars who have been engaged in research in universities, hospitals, research or scientific institutes, or other similar institutions for the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences or engineering.2023-06-02
Arthur B. McDonald FellowshipsRecognize early stage academic researchers in the natural sciences and/or engineering and support them to enhance their research capacity, so that they can become leaders in their field and inspire others.2023-06-07
Ramon Margalef Prize in EcologyRecognizes a scientific trajectory or a discovery in the field of the ecological sciences.2023-06-09
Canadian Medical Hall of FameHonours Canada’s medical heroes, whose work advances health in Canada and the world, fostering future generations of health professionals through the delivery of local and national youth education programs and awards. 2023-06-12
Canadian Cancer Society Inclusive Excellence PrizeRecognizes individuals who have made, and are making, valuable contributions to the cancer research ecosystem in Canada.2023-06-15*
Eppendorf & Science Prize for NeurobiologyAwarded annually to one young scientist (35 or under) for outstanding neurobiological research based on methods of molecular and cell biology conducted during the past three years.2023-06-15
Dorothy Killam FellowshipsSupport early- to mid-career Canadian researchers whose research stands to have significant impact on a national or global scale.2023-06-16
Prix Galien Canada Research AwardAwarded to a person or team who has been involved for at least the last five years in research leading or making a substantial contribution to the diagnosis, prevention or treatment of disease.2023-06-17*
Health Research Foundation Medal of HonourRecognizes outstanding individuals whose research or contributions to public policies supportive of research and development in Canada have achieved international recognition, and who have made pivotal contributions to the advancement of knowledge in health sciences and/or therapeutics healthcare.2023-06-22
L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science AwardsRecognize and support eminent women in science throughout the world. The 2024 awards will recognize achievements in the life and environmental sciences. 2023-06-28
BBVA Frontiers of Knowledge AwardsRecognize fundamental contributions in a broad array of areas of scientific knowledge, technology, humanities and artistic creation. Disciplines include Basic Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), Biology and Biomedicine, Information and Communication Technologies, Ecology and Conservation Biology, and Climate Change.2023-06-30
Kyoto PrizeHonours those who have contributed significantly to the scientific, cultural, and spiritual betterment of mankind. It is presented annually in each of the following three categories: Advanced Technology, Basic Sciences, and Arts and Philosophy.Rolling Deadline
JULY
Canada Gairdner Momentum AwardAnnually recognizes two mid-career investigators (typically 10-15 years past their first independent research appointment) working in Canada who, in their last 6 active years, have produced exceptional scientific research contributions with continued potential for impact on human health. 2023-07-15
Royal-Mach-Gaensslen PrizeAwarded annually to an outstanding early-career researcher (45 or under) in the field of mental health.2023-07-15
AUGUST
Melanie O’Neill Young Investigator Award in Biological ChemistryPresented to a scientist residing in Canada who has made a distinguished contribution to biological chemistry while working in Canada.2023-08-01
Gairdner ECI AwardAwarded to five early-career investigators (faculty and professionals at the rank of Assistant Professor or equivalent) for outstanding research connected to this year’s laureate fields.2022-08-01
Federation of Chinese Canadian Professionals Award of MeritAwarded annually to distinguished Chinese-Canadians with outstanding professional achievements.2022-08-30
Lewis S. Rosenstiel AwardAwarded to scientists for recent discoveries of particular originality and importance to basic medical research.2022-08-31
Steacie PrizePresented annually to a young scientist or engineer (40 or under) for outstanding scientific research carried out in Canada.2023-08-31
SEPTEMBER
Petro-Canada Young Innovator AwardRecognizes, promotes, and supports outstanding and innovative emerging researchers whose work contributes significantly to the training environment of the University and has an impact on society at large.2022-09-05
Sloan Research FellowshipsRecognize and reward outstanding early-career faculty who have the potential to revolutionize their fields of study in chemistry, computer science, Earth system science, economics, mathematics, neuroscience, physics, or a related field.2023-09-15*
Banting Medal for Scientific Achievement AwardAwarded annually to honour highly meritorious career achievement in the field of diabetes research.2022-09-16
Johnson & Johnson Women in STEM²D Scholars Award ProgramAims to fuel development of female STEM²D leaders and feed the STEM²D talent pipeline by awarding and sponsoring women at critical points in their careers, in each of the STEM²D disciplines: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Manufacturing and Design.2023-09-29*
Stockholm Water PrizeRecognizes people and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to the sustainable use and protection of the world’s water resources.2022-09-30
Wiley Prize in Biomedical SciencesRecognizes breakthrough research in pure or applied life science research that is distinguished by its excellence, originality, and impact on our understanding of biological systems and processes.2022-09-30
OCTOBER
Edgar D. Tillyer AwardPresented to an individual who has performed distinguished work in the field of vision, including (but not limited to) the optics, physiology, anatomy or psychology of the visual system.2022-10-01
Michael S. Feld Biophotonics AwardRecognizes individuals for their innovative and influential contributions to the field of biophotonics, regardless of their career stage. 2022-10-01
John Dirks Canada Gairdner Global Health AwardRecognizes the world’s leading researchers who have used rational, scientifically based research to improve the wellbeing of those facing health inequalities worldwide.2022-10-01
Canada Gairdner International AwardsAwarded to outstanding biomedical scientists who have made original contributions to medicine resulting in an increased understanding of human biology and disease.2022-10-01
Canada Gairdner Wightman AwardAwarded to a Canadian who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in medicine and medical science consistent with the mission of the Foundation.2022-10-01
Blue Planet PrizeRecognizes outstanding achievement that offers a clear vision for the realization of a sustainable society by contributing significantly in the observation, assessment, and remediation of all aspects of global environmental problems.2022-10-01
Liber Ero Post-Doctoral FellowshipSeeks to support early-career scientists to conduct and communicate world-class research that informs conservation and management issues relevant to Canada.2022-10-24
CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars ProgramRecognizes and selects outstanding early-career researchers for their potential as future research leaders. Research programs eligible in 2022 include: Bio-inspired Solar Energy, Child & Brain Development, Gravity & the Extreme Universe, Learning in Machines & Brains, Quantum Information Science, and Quantum Materials.2022-10-27*
Innovation York Commercialization FellowshipTo support the research commercialization process by providing strategic, short-term funding to assist in the development of commercially viable projects.2022-10-31
NOVEMBER
York University GA Training FundAvailable to Principal Investigators that hold an external research grant and hire a GA (Graduate Assistant).N/A (application closes once 40 submissions are received)
FACETS Early Career Researcher (ECR) EditorSeeking early career researchers working in diverse disciplines around the world to join its editorial board.2022-11-01
Warren Alpert Foundation PrizeRecognizes and honours one or more scientists, physicians and researchers whose scientific achievements have led to the prevention, cure or treatment of human diseases or disorders, and/or whose research constitutes a seminal scientific finding that holds great promise of ultimately changing our understanding of or ability to treat disease.2022-11-02
Faculty of Science Annual Research and Mentorship AwardsAcknowledges the extraordinary research achievements and dedication to research in the Faculty of Science.2022-11-09
Fyssen Foundation International Scientific PrizeGiven annually to a scientist who has conducted distinguished research in the areas supported by the foundation such as ethology, palaeontology, archaeology, anthropology, psychology, epistemology, logic, and the neurosciences.2022-11-14
Azrieli International Postdoctoral FellowshipSupports 24 international postdoctoral researchers to carry out research in exact sciences, life sciences, humanities, and social sciences at eligible Israeli academic institutions.2023-11-15
Traditional Fulbright Scholar AwardDesigned to enable emerging and established Canadian scholars, post-doctoral researchers and experienced professionals to conduct research, teach, or undertake a combination of both activities for one semester or a full academic year at any university or research centre of their choice in the United States.2022-11-15
York University Small Research GrantSupports research intensification and administration functions for faculty members.2022-11-15
NSERC Awards for Science PromotionFocus on individuals and groups who are inspirational in the way they promote science to the general public.2022-11-25
Brockhouse Canada PrizeRecognizes outstanding Canadian teams of researchers from different disciplines who came together to engage in research drawing on their combined knowledge and skills, and produced a record of excellent achievements in the natural sciences and engineering.2023-11-28
Gerhard Herzberg Canada Gold MedalAwarded annually to an individual whose body of work, conducted in Canada in the natural sciences or engineering, has demonstrated persistent excellence and influence.2023-11-28
John C. Polanyi AwardGiven to an individual or team whose research, conducted in Canada, has led to a recent outstanding advance in any NSERC-supported field of the natural sciences or engineering.2023-11-28
Donna Strickland PrizeAwarded annually to an individual or team whose outstanding research has led to exceptional benefits for Canadian society, the environment and/or the economy.2023-11-28
Simons Investigator in Aquatic Microbial Ecology AwardsWill support recently tenured, outstanding investigators in the field of microbial ecology in marine or natural freshwater systems.2022-11-30
DECEMBER
Early Researcher AwardHelps promising, recently-appointed Ontario researchers build their research teams in order to improve Ontario’s ability to attract and retain the best and brightest research talent.2022-12-01
York Research ChairsAwarded competitively based on the criteria of excellence in research and scholarship, contributions to research leadership, and the fostering of equity, diversity and inclusion within their research programs.2022-12-01
Fellowship of Royal Society of CanadaRecognizes distinguished Canadians from all branches of learning who have made remarkable contributions in the arts, the humanities, and the sciences, as well as in Canadian public life.2022-12-01
College of New Scholars, Artists and ScientistsMembers include Canadians and Permanent Residents who, at an early stage in their career, have demonstrated a high level of achievement.2022-12-01
John Charles Polanyi PrizesAwarded annually to up to five outstanding researchers or scholars who are in the early stages of their careers at Ontario universities. They are available in the areas of Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, and Economic Science.2022-12-01
Minister of Colleges and Universities' Awards of ExcellenceCelebrate the incredible work of faculty, staff, and graduate students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and innovation during the 2020/2021 school year.2022-12-06
Gruber International Neuroscience PrizeHonours scientists for major discoveries that have advanced the understanding of the nervous system.2022-12-15
Gruber International Genetics PrizePresented to a leading scientist, or up to three, in recognition of groundbreaking contributions to any realm of genetics research.2022-12-15
Albert Einstein World Award for ScienceRecognizes scientists whose scientific and technological achievements have brought progress to science and benefit to mankind. Consideration will be given to individuals or institutions in one of the Life Sciences, such as Neuroscience, Earth Science, Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine or Chemistry; or in one of the Natural Sciences such as Physics, Mathematics or Astronomy.2022-12-16
York University President’s Emerging Research Leadership AwardRecognizes two full-time faculty members within 10 years of their first academic appointment, who have had a notable impact on their field(s) and made a significant contribution to advancing the University’s international reputation for research excellence while significantly and positively contributing to one or more aspects of the York community’s intellectual life.2022-12-16
York University President's Research Impact AwardRecognizes full-time, active faculty members whose body of research or scholarship has translated into a notable impact on communities, individuals, public policies or practice beyond academia, or translated successfully into impactful commercial or other applications, while significantly and positively contributing to the University’s research culture and reputation.2022-12-16
York University President’s Research Excellence AwardRecognizes senior established, full-time, active Professors with distinguished scholarly achievements, who have had a notable impact on their field(s) and made a significant contribution to advancing the University’s international reputation for research excellence while significantly and positively contributing to the York community’s intellectual life. The 2022-2023 cluster is Engineering, Science, Technology, Health and Biomedicine.2022-12-16
JANUARY
York-Massey FellowshipsProvides for a shared office space and the status of a full Senior Resident of the College.2023-01-09
Volvo Environment PrizeAwarded for outstanding innovations or scientific discoveries in the environmental field.2023-01-10
Crafoord PrizeAwarded annually to outstanding scientists according to a rotating scheme.2023-01-13*
Louisa Gross Horwitz PrizeHonours a scientific investigator or group of investigators whose contributions to knowledge in fields of biology or biochemistry are deemed worthy of special recognition.2023-01-30
Japan PrizeRewards the development of innovative technologies and novel discoveries that promise seminal scientific and technical advances pertaining to the mechanisms of disease; to disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis; and to medical follow-up and monitoring - technologies and discoveries that confer substantial benefits to society by enhancing human health and well-being.2023-01-31
FEBRUARY
Albert Lasker Basic Medical Research AwardFor a fundamental discovery that opens up a new area of biomedical science.2023-02-06
Lasker DeBakey Clinical Medical Research AwardFor a major advance that improves the lives of many thousands of people.2023-02-06
Lasker Koshland Special Achievement Award in Medical ScienceFor research accomplishments and scientific statesmanship that engender the deepest feelings of awe and respect.2023-02-06
Lasker Bloomberg Public Service AwardFor improving the public’s understanding of medical research, public health, or healthcare; playing a major role in the support of policy, legislative, or other initiatives that accelerate progress in medical science or health; providing or generating support for medical science or public health; benefiting the lives of many people through public health practice.2023-02-06
Harvey PrizeRewards excellence by recognizing breakthroughs in science and technology.2023-02-22*
MARCH
Canadian Academy of Health Sciences FellowshipsBrings together Canada’s top-ranked health and biomedical scientists and scholars to make a positive impact on the urgent health concerns of Canadians.2023-03-06
Balzan PrizesAwarded to scholars, artists and scientists who have distinguished themselves in their fields on an international level.2023-03-15
Jonas Salk AwardPresented annually to a Canadian scientist, physician or researcher who has made a new and outstanding contribution in science or medicine to prevent, alleviate, or eliminate a physical disability.2023-03-22
King Faisal PrizeRecognizes the outstanding works of individuals and institutions in five major categories: Service to Islam, Islamic Studies, Arabic Language and Literature, Medicine, and Science.2023-03-31
Order of OntarioRewarded to an Ontarian who has shown the highest level of excellence and achievement in any field, and whose impact has left a lasting legacy in the province, in the country, and around the world.2023-03-31
McLaughlin MedalFor important research of sustained excellence in medical science.2023-03-31
APRIL
Breakthrough Prize in Life SciencesHonours transformative advances toward understanding living systems and extending human life.2023-04-01
NSERC Synergy AwardsRecognize partnerships in natural sciences and engineering research and development between universities and Canadian industry.2023-04-17*
American Association for the Advancement of Science FellowshipRecognizes an AAAS member whose efforts on behalf of the advancement of science or its applications are scientifically or socially distinguished.2023-04-25
Research Canada Leadership AwardHonours outstanding Canadian advocates for medical, health, and scientific research.2023-04-28*
MAY
World Food PrizeAwarded for a specific, exceptionally significant, individual achievement that advances human development with a demonstrable increase in the quantity, quality, availability of, or access to food.2023-05-01
Top 100 AwardsCanada's most recognized honour for the highest achieving female leaders in business, arts, sports, community, entrepreneurship, not-for-profit ventures, skilled trades, science, service, and philanthropy.2023-05-30
Taylor PrizeAwarded to an individual or individuals who have made significant contributions to a field of basic or clinical research in one of the Institute's principal areas of research.2023-05-31*

AwardDescriptionAgency Deadline
JUNE
York University Postdoctoral Supervisor of the Year AwardRecognizes one Postdoctoral Supervisor who has demonstrated exemplary support for postdoctoral scholars at York University.2023-06-01
Killam PrizesAwarded to distinguished Canadian scholars who have been engaged in research in universities, hospitals, research or scientific institutes, or other similar institutions for the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences or engineering.2023-06-02
Arthur B. McDonald FellowshipsRecognize early stage academic researchers in the natural sciences and/or engineering and support them to enhance their research capacity, so that they can become leaders in their field and inspire others.2023-06-07
Dorothy Killam FellowshipsSupport early- to mid-career Canadian researchers whose research stands to have significant impact on a national or global scale.2023-06-16
Prix Galien Canada Research AwardAwarded to a person or team who has been involved for at least the last five years in research leading or making a substantial contribution to the diagnosis, prevention or treatment of disease2023-06-17*
L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science AwardsRecognize and support eminent women in science throughout the world. The 2024 awards will recognize achievements in the life and environmental sciences.2023-06-28
BBVA Frontiers of Knowledge AwardsRecognize fundamental contributions in a broad array of areas of scientific knowledge, technology, humanities and artistic creation. Disciplines include Basic Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), Biology and Biomedicine, Information and Communication Technologies, Ecology and Conservation Biology, and Climate Change.2023-06-30
Kyoto PrizeHonours those who have contributed significantly to the scientific, cultural, and spiritual betterment of mankind. It is presented annually in each of the following three categories: Advanced Technology, Basic Sciences, and Arts and Philosophy.Rolling Deadline
JULY
Cottrell Scholar AwardHonours and helps to develop outstanding teacher-scholars who are recognized by their scientific communities for the quality and innovation of their research programs and their academic leadership skills in chemistry, physics, or astronomy.2022-07-01
Clara Benson AwardPresented to recognize a woman who has made a distinguished contribution to chemistry while working in Canada.2022-07-01
Alfred Bader AwardPresented as a mark of distinction and recognition for excellence in research in organic chemistry by a scientist who is currently working in Canada.2022-07-02
Award for Research Excellence in Materials ChemistryPresented to a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant who has made an outstanding contribution to materials chemistry while working in Canada.2022-07-02
Bernard Belleau AwardPresented to a scientist residing in Canada who has made a distinguished contribution to the field of medicinal chemistry through research involving biochemical or organic chemical mechanisms.2022-07-02
E. W. R. Steacie AwardPresented to a scientist who has made a distinguished contribution to chemistry while working in Canada.2022-07-02
Fred Beamish AwardRecognizes an individual who demonstrates innovation in research in the field of analytical chemistry, where the research is anticipated to have significant potential for practical applications.2022-07-02
John C. Polanyi AwardPresented for excellence by a scientist carrying out research in Canada in physical, theoretical, or computational chemistry or chemical physics.2022-07-02
Keith Fagnou AwardPresented to a scientist residing in Canada who has made a distinguished contribution to organic chemistry while working in Canada.2022-07-02
Keith Laidler AwardRecognizes outstanding early-career contributions to physical chemistry, for research carried out in Canada, by a scientist residing in Canada.2022-07-02
Melanie O’Neill Young Investigator Award in Biological ChemistryPresented to a scientist residing in Canada who has made a distinguished contribution to biological chemistry while working in Canada.2022-07-02
R. U. Lemieux AwardPresented to an organic chemist who has made a distinguished contribution to any area of organic chemistry and who is currently working in Canada.2022-07-02
Ricardo Aroca AwardPresented to a scientist residing in Canada who has made a distinguished contribution to the field of analytical chemistry while working in Canada.2022-07-02
Rio Tinto AwardPresented to a scientist who has made a distinguishing contribution to the fields of inorganic chemistry or electrochemistry while working in Canada.2022-07-02
Strem Chemicals Award for Pure or Applied Inorganic ChemistryPresented to a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant who has made an outstanding contribution to inorganic chemistry, demonstrating exceptional promise, while working in Canada.2022-07-02
Biological and Medicinal Chemistry Lectureship AwardPresented to a scientist who has made a distinguished contribution to the field of biological or medicinal chemistry within the past five years of the initial nomination deadline date while working in Canada.2022-07-02
Macromolecular Science and Engineering AwardPresented to an individual who has made a distinguished contribution to macromolecular science or engineering while residing in Canada.2022-07-02
Tom Ziegler AwardPresented to a scientist residing in Canada who has made an outstanding early-career contribution to theoretical and/or computational chemistry.2022-07-02
W. A. E. McBryde MedalPresented to a young scientist working in Canada who has made a significant achievement in pure or applied analytical chemistry.2022-07-02
AUGUST
Federation of Chinese Canadian Professionals Award of MeritAwarded annually to distinguished Chinese-Canadians with outstanding professional achievements.2022-08-30
Steacie PrizePresented annually to a young scientist or engineer (40 or under) for outstanding scientific research carried out in Canada.2023-08-31
SEPTEMBER
Petro-Canada Young Innovator AwardRecognizes, promotes, and supports outstanding and innovative emerging researchers whose work contributes significantly to the training environment of the University and has an impact on society at large.2022-09-05
Guggenheim FellowshipsIntended for mid-career individuals who have demonstrated exceptional capacity in any field of knowledge.2023-09-15*
Sloan Research FellowshipsRecognize and reward outstanding early-career faculty who have the potential to revolutionize their fields of study in chemistry, computer science, Earth system science, economics, mathematics, neuroscience, physics, or a related field.2023-09-15*
CCUCC Chemistry Doctoral AwardAwarded to recognize outstanding achievement and potential in research by a graduate student who has fulfilled all of the requirements for a PhD degree for graduation from a Canadian university in the 12‐month period preceding the nomination deadline.2022-09-15
Johnson & Johnson Women in STEM²D Scholars Award ProgramAims to fuel development of female STEM²D leaders and feed the STEM²D talent pipeline by awarding and sponsoring women at critical points in their careers, in each of the STEM²D disciplines: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Manufacturing and Design.2023-09-29*
Stockholm Water PrizeRecognizes people and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to the sustainable use and protection of the world’s water resources.2022-09-30
OCTOBER
Ellis R. Lippincott AwardPresented to an individual who has made significant contributions to vibrational spectroscopy as judged by their influence on other scientists.2022-10-01
Innovation York Commercialization FellowshipTo support the research commercialization process by providing strategic, short-term funding to assist in the development of commercially viable projects.2022-10-31
NOVEMBER
York University GA Training FundAvailable to Principal Investigators that hold an external research grant and hire a GA (Graduate Assistant).N/A (application closes once 40 submissions are received)
Priestley MedalRecognizes distinguished services to chemistry.2022-11-01
Faculty of Science Annual Research and Mentorship AwardsAcknowledges the extraordinary research achievements and dedication to research in the Faculty of Science.2022-11-09
Azrieli International Postdoctoral FellowshipSupports 24 international postdoctoral researchers to carry out research in exact sciences, life sciences, humanities, and social sciences at eligible Israeli academic institutions.2023-11-15
Traditional Fulbright Scholar AwardDesigned to enable emerging and established Canadian scholars, post-doctoral researchers and experienced professionals to conduct research, teach, or undertake a combination of both activities for one semester or a full academic year at any university or research centre of their choice in the United States.2022-11-15
York University Small Research GrantSupports research intensification and administration functions for faculty members.2022-11-15
NSERC Awards for Science PromotionFocus on individuals and groups who are inspirational in the way they promote science to the general public.2022-11-25
Brockhouse Canada PrizeRecognizes outstanding Canadian teams of researchers from different disciplines who came together to engage in research drawing on their combined knowledge and skills, and produced a record of excellent achievements in the natural sciences and engineering.2023-11-28
Gerhard Herzberg Canada Gold MedalAwarded annually to an individual whose body of work, conducted in Canada in the natural sciences or engineering, has demonstrated persistent excellence and influence.2023-11-28
John C. Polanyi AwardGiven to an individual or team whose research, conducted in Canada, has led to a recent outstanding advance in any NSERC-supported field of the natural sciences or engineering.2023-11-28
Donna Strickland PrizeAwarded annually to an individual or team whose outstanding research has led to exceptional benefits for Canadian society, the environment and/or the economy.2023-11-28
DECEMBER
Early Researcher AwardHelps promising, recently-appointed Ontario researchers build their research teams in order to improve Ontario’s ability to attract and retain the best and brightest research talent.2022-12-01
York Research ChairsAwarded competitively based on the criteria of excellence in research and scholarship, contributions to research leadership, and the fostering of equity, diversity and inclusion within their research programs.2022-12-01
Fellowship of Royal Society of CanadaRecognizes distinguished Canadians from all branches of learning who have made remarkable contributions in the arts, the humanities, and the sciences, as well as in Canadian public life.2022-12-01
College of New Scholars, Artists and ScientistsMembers include Canadians and Permanent Residents who, at an early stage in their career, have demonstrated a high level of achievement.2022-12-01
John Charles Polanyi PrizesAwarded annually to up to five outstanding researchers or scholars who are in the early stages of their careers at Ontario universities. They are available in the areas of Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, and Economic Science.2022-12-01
Minister of Colleges and Universities' Awards of ExcellenceCelebrate the incredible work of faculty, staff, and graduate students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and innovation during the 2020/2021 school year.2022-12-06
Albert Einstein World Award for ScienceRecognizes scientists whose scientific and technological achievements have brought progress to science and benefit to mankind. Consideration will be given to individuals or institutions in one of the Life Sciences, such as Neuroscience, Earth Science, Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine or Chemistry; or in one of the Natural Sciences such as Physics, Mathematics or Astronomy.2022-12-16
York University President’s Emerging Research Leadership AwardRecognizes two full-time faculty members within 10 years of their first academic appointment, who have had a notable impact on their field(s) and made a significant contribution to advancing the University’s international reputation for research excellence while significantly and positively contributing to one or more aspects of the York community’s intellectual life.2022-12-16
York University President's Research Impact AwardRecognizes full-time, active faculty members whose body of research or scholarship has translated into a notable impact on communities, individuals, public policies or practice beyond academia, or translated successfully into impactful commercial or other applications, while significantly and positively contributing to the University’s research culture and reputation.2022-12-16
JANUARY
York-Massey FellowshipsProvides for a shared office space and the status of a full Senior Resident of the College.2023-01-09
Japan PrizeAwarded to breakthroughs in the creation, innovation or dissemination of science and technology in the fields of Resources, Energy, Environment, and Social Infrastructure, thereby contributing significantly to solving social issues and improving sustainability in our society.2023-01-31
Robert A. Welch AwardFosters and encourages basic chemical research and recognizes the value of chemical research contributions for the benefit of humankind.2023-01-31
FEBRUARY
IUPAC-SOLVAY International Award for Young ChemistsPresented to outstanding Ph.D. theses in the general area of the chemical sciences, as described in a 1000-word essay.2023-02-15
Copley MedalAwarded for sustained, outstanding achievements in any field of science. In 2023, the Copley Medal will be awarded for the physical sciences.2023-02-25*
Harvey PrizeRewards excellence by recognizing breakthroughs in science and technology.2023-02-22*
MARCH
Balzan PrizesAwarded to scholars, artists and scientists who have distinguished themselves in their fields on an international level.2023-03-15
King Faisal PrizeRecognizes the outstanding works of individuals and institutions in five major categories: Service to Islam, Islamic Studies, Arabic Language and Literature, Medicine, and Science.2023-03-31
Order of OntarioRewarded to an Ontarian who has shown the highest level of excellence and achievement in any field, and whose impact has left a lasting legacy in the province, in the country, and around the world.2023-03-31
Henry Marshall Tory MedalFor outstanding research in any branch of astronomy, chemistry, mathematics, physics, or an allied science.2023-03-31
Jason A. Hannah MedalFor an important publication in the history of medicine.2023-03-31
McLaughlin MedalFor important research of sustained excellence in medical science.2023-03-31
Rutherford Memorial MedalsFor outstanding research in physics and in chemistry.2023-03-31
APRIL
NSERC Synergy AwardsRecognize partnerships in natural sciences and engineering research and development between universities and Canadian industry.2023-04-17*
American Association for the Advancement of Science FellowshipRecognizes an AAAS member whose efforts on behalf of the advancement of science or its applications are scientifically or socially distinguished.2023-04-25
MAY
Top 100 AwardsCanada's most recognized honour for the highest achieving female leaders in business, arts, sports, community, entrepreneurship, not-for-profit ventures, skilled trades, science, service, and philanthropy.2023-05-30
AwardDescriptionAgency Deadline
JUNE
York University Postdoctoral Supervisor of the Year AwardRecognizes one Postdoctoral Supervisor who has demonstrated exemplary support for postdoctoral scholars at York University.2023-06-01
Killam PrizesAwarded to distinguished Canadian scholars who have been engaged in research in universities, hospitals, research or scientific institutes, or other similar institutions for the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences or engineering.2023-06-02
Dorothy Killam FellowshipsSupport early- to mid-career Canadian researchers whose research stands to have significant impact on a national or global scale.2023-06-16
BBVA Frontiers of Knowledge AwardsRecognize fundamental contributions in a broad array of areas of scientific knowledge, technology, humanities and artistic creation. Disciplines include Basic Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), Biology and Biomedicine, Information and Communication Technologies, Ecology and Conservation Biology, and Climate Change.2023-06-30
Kyoto PrizeHonours those who have contributed significantly to the scientific, cultural, and spiritual betterment of mankind. It is presented annually in each of the following three categories: Advanced Technology, Basic Sciences, and Arts and Philosophy.Rolling Deadline
JULY
Frank and Brennie Morgan PrizeAwarded annually for outstanding research in mathematics by an undergraduate student (or students having submitted joint work).2022-07-31
SIAG/CSE Best Paper PrizeAwarded to the author(s) of the best paper, as determined by the prize committee, on the development and use of mathematical and computational tools and methods for solving problems that may arise in broad areas of science, engineering, technology, and society. 2022-07-31
AUGUST
Federation of Chinese Canadian Professionals Award of MeritAwarded annually to distinguished Chinese-Canadians with outstanding professional achievements.2022-08-30
Steacie PrizePresented annually to a young scientist or engineer (40 or under) for outstanding scientific research carried out in Canada.2023-08-31
SEPTEMBER
Petro-Canada Young Innovator AwardRecognizes, promotes, and supports outstanding and innovative emerging researchers whose work contributes significantly to the training environment of the University and has an impact on society at large.2022-09-05
Guggenheim FellowshipsIntended for mid-career individuals who have demonstrated exceptional capacity in any field of knowledge.2023-09-15*
Sloan Research FellowshipsRecognize and reward outstanding early-career faculty who have the potential to revolutionize their fields of study in chemistry, computer science, Earth system science, economics, mathematics, neuroscience, physics, or a related field.2023-09-15*
Abel PrizeRecognizes outstanding scientific work in the field of mathematics, including mathematical aspects of computer science, mathematical physics, probability, numerical analysis and scientific computing, statistics, and also applications of mathematics in the sciences.2022-09-15
Johnson & Johnson Women in STEM²D Scholars Award ProgramAims to fuel development of female STEM²D leaders and feed the STEM²D talent pipeline by awarding and sponsoring women at critical points in their careers, in each of the STEM²D disciplines: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Manufacturing and Design.2023-09-29*
OCTOBER
Ruth I. Michler Memorial PrizeAwarded annually to a woman recently promoted to Associate Professor or an equivalent position in the mathematical sciences.2022-10-01
Peter Henrici PrizeAwarded for original contributions to applied analysis and numerical analysis and/or for exposition appropriate for applied mathematics and scientific computing.2022-10-15
Ralph E. Kleinman PrizeAwarded to one individual for outstanding research or other contributions that bridge the gap between mathematics and applications.2022-10-15
SI(AG)2 Early Career PrizeAwarded to one outstanding early career researcher in the field of algebraic geometry and its applications for distinguished contributions to the field in the last three years.2022-10-15
SIAG/ACDA Early Career PrizeAwarded to an outstanding early career researcher in the field of Applied and Computational Discrete Algorithms for distinguished contributions to the field in the last six years.2022-10-15
SIAG/CST Best SICON Paper PrizeAwarded to the authors of the two most outstanding control and systems theory papers published in SICON in the last three years.2022-10-15
SIAG/CST PrizeAwarded every two years to one outstanding early career researcher for distinguished contributions to mathematical theory of systems and control in the last three years.2022-10-15
SIAG/FME Early Career PrizeAwarded to one individual in their early career for distinguished contributions to mathematical modeling in finance in the last three years.2022-10-15
SIAG/GD Early Career PrizeAwarded every two years to an early career researcher who has made outstanding, influential, and potentially long-lasting contributions to geometric design within five years of receiving their PhD.2022-10-15
SIAG/OPT Early Career PrizeAwarded to an outstanding early career researcher in the field of optimization for distinguished contributions to the field in the last six years.2022-10-15
W. T. and Idalia Reid PrizeAwarded annually to one individual for research in, or other contributions to, the broadly defined areas of differential equations and control theory.2022-10-15
Innovation York Commercialization FellowshipTo support the research commercialization process by providing strategic, short-term funding to assist in the development of commercially viable projects.2022-10-31
NOVEMBER
York University GA Training FundAvailable to Principal Investigators that hold an external research grant and hire a GA (Graduate Assistant).N/A (application closes once 40 submissions are received)
CRM-Fields-PIMS PrizeRecognizes exceptional achievement in the mathematical sciences.2022-11-01
Simons Investigators in Mathematics, Physics, Astrophysics and Theoretical Computer Science Supports outstanding theoretical scientists when they are establishing creative new research directions, providing leadership to the field and effectively mentoring junior scientists.2022-11-03
Faculty of Science Annual Research and Mentorship AwardsAcknowledges the extraordinary research achievements and dedication to research in the Faculty of Science.2022-11-09
Azrieli International Postdoctoral FellowshipSupports 24 international postdoctoral researchers to carry out research in exact sciences, life sciences, humanities, and social sciences at eligible Israeli academic institutions.2023-11-15
Traditional Fulbright Scholar AwardDesigned to enable emerging and established Canadian scholars, post-doctoral researchers and experienced professionals to conduct research, teach, or undertake a combination of both activities for one semester or a full academic year at any university or research centre of their choice in the United States.2022-11-15
York University Small Research GrantSupports research intensification and administration functions for faculty members.2022-11-15
NSERC Awards for Science PromotionFocus on individuals and groups who are inspirational in the way they promote science to the general public.2022-11-25
DECEMBER
York Research ChairsAwarded competitively based on the criteria of excellence in research and scholarship, contributions to research leadership, and the fostering of equity, diversity and inclusion within their research programs.2022-12-01
York Research ChairsAwarded competitively based on the criteria of excellence in research and scholarship, contributions to research leadership, and the fostering of equity, diversity and inclusion within their research programs.2022-12-01
Fellowship of Royal Society of CanadaRecognizes distinguished Canadians from all branches of learning who have made remarkable contributions in the arts, the humanities, and the sciences, as well as in Canadian public life.2022-12-01
College of New Scholars, Artists and ScientistsMembers include Canadians and Permanent Residents who, at an early stage in their career, have demonstrated a high level of achievement.2022-12-01
Tweedie New Researcher AwardProvides funds for travel to present the “Tweedie New Researcher Invited Lecture” at the IMS New Researchers Conference.2022-12-01
Minister of Colleges and Universities' Awards of ExcellenceCelebrate the incredible work of faculty, staff, and graduate students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and innovation during the 2020/2021 school year.2022-12-06
Albert Einstein World Award for ScienceRecognizes scientists whose scientific and technological achievements have brought progress to science and benefit to mankind. Consideration will be given to individuals or institutions in one of the Life Sciences, such as Neuroscience, Earth Science, Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine or Chemistry; or in one of the Natural Sciences such as Physics, Mathematics or Astronomy.2022-12-16
York University President’s Emerging Research Leadership AwardRecognizes two full-time faculty members within 10 years of their first academic appointment, who have had a notable impact on their field(s) and made a significant contribution to advancing the University’s international reputation for research excellence while significantly and positively contributing to one or more aspects of the York community’s intellectual life.2022-12-16
York University President's Research Impact AwardRecognizes full-time, active faculty members whose body of research or scholarship has translated into a notable impact on communities, individuals, public policies or practice beyond academia, or translated successfully into impactful commercial or other applications, while significantly and positively contributing to the University’s research culture and reputation.2022-12-16
JANUARY
York-Massey FellowshipsProvides for a shared office space and the status of a full Senior Resident of the College.2023-01-09
Cecil Graham Doctoral Dissertation AwardRecognizes and publicizes an outstanding PhD thesis in Applied Mathematics accepted at a Canadian University during the calendar year prior to the year of the award2023-01-31*
CAIMS-SCMAI Research PrizeRecognizes innovative and exceptional research contributions in applied or industrial mathematics.2023-01-31*
CAIMS/PIMS Early Career AwardRecognizes exceptional research in any branch of applied mathematics, interpreted broadly.2023-01-31*
CAIMS-Fields Industrial Mathematics PrizeAwarded to a researcher in recognition of exceptional research in any branch of industrial mathematics, interpreted broadly.2023-01-31*
Arthur Beaumont Distinguished Service AwardHonours members of CAIMS/SCMAI for outstanding service to the society or to Applied Mathematics in Canada.2023-01-31*
FEBRUARY
Harvey PrizeRewards excellence by recognizing breakthroughs in science and technology.2023-02-22*
MARCH
Balzan PrizesAwarded to scholars, artists and scientists who have distinguished themselves in their fields on an international level.2023-03-15
King Faisal PrizeRecognizes the outstanding works of individuals and institutions in five major categories: Service to Islam, Islamic Studies, Arabic Language and Literature, Medicine, and Science.2023-03-31
Order of OntarioRewarded to an Ontarian who has shown the highest level of excellence and achievement in any field, and whose impact has left a lasting legacy in the province, in the country, and around the world.2023-03-31
Henry Marshall Tory MedalFor outstanding research in any branch of astronomy, chemistry, mathematics, physics, or an allied science.2023-03-31
John L. Synge AwardTo acknowledge outstanding research in any of the branches of the mathematical sciences.2023-03-31
APRIL
Breakthrough Prize in MathematicsAwarded annually to a person for significant contributions to mathematics.2023-04-01
Nokia Bell Labs PrizeRecognizes game-changing innovations in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.2023-04-21
American Association for the Advancement of Science FellowshipRecognizes an AAAS member whose efforts on behalf of the advancement of science or its applications are scientifically or socially distinguished.2023-04-25
MAY
Top 100 AwardsCanada's most recognized honour for the highest achieving female leaders in business, arts, sports, community, entrepreneurship, not-for-profit ventures, skilled trades, science, service, and philanthropy.2023-05-30
AwardDescriptionAgency Deadline
JUNE
York University Postdoctoral Supervisor of the Year AwardRecognizes one Postdoctoral Supervisor who has demonstrated exemplary support for postdoctoral scholars at York University.2023-06-01
Arthur L. Schawlow Prize in Laser ScienceRecognizes outstanding contributions to basic research which uses lasers to advance our knowledge of the fundamental physical properties of materials and their interaction with light.2023-06-01
W.K.H. Panofsky Prize in Experimental Particle PhysicsRecognizes and encourages outstanding achievements in experimental particle physics.2023-06-01
Killam PrizesAwarded to distinguished Canadian scholars who have been engaged in research in universities, hospitals, research or scientific institutes, or other similar institutions for the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences or engineering.2023-06-02
Arthur B. McDonald FellowshipsRecognize early stage academic researchers in the natural sciences and/or engineering and support them to enhance their research capacity, so that they can become leaders in their field and inspire others.2023-06-07
Dorothy Killam FellowshipsSupport early- to mid-career Canadian researchers whose research stands to have significant impact on a national or global scale.2023-06-16
L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science AwardsRecognize and support eminent women in science throughout the world. The 2024 awards will recognize achievements in the life sciences.2023-06-28
BBVA Frontiers of Knowledge AwardsRecognize fundamental contributions in a broad array of areas of scientific knowledge, technology, humanities and artistic creation. Disciplines include Basic Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), Biology and Biomedicine, Information and Communication Technologies, Ecology and Conservation Biology, and Climate Change.2023-06-30
Herbert Walther AwardPresented for distinguished contributions in quantum optics and atomic physics as well as leadership in the international scientific community.2023-06-30
Kyoto PrizeHonours those who have contributed significantly to the scientific, cultural, and spiritual betterment of mankind. It is presented annually in each of the following three categories: Advanced Technology, Basic Sciences, and Arts and Philosophy.Rolling Deadline
JULY
Cottrell Scholar AwardHonours and helps to develop outstanding teacher-scholars who are recognized by their scientific communities for the quality and innovation of their research programs and their academic leadership skills in chemistry, physics, or astronomy.2022-07-01
AUGUST
John Tyndall AwardPresented for outstanding contributions in any area of optical-fiber technology, including optical fibers themselves, the optical components used in fiber systems, as well as transmission systems and networks using fibers. 2022-08-10
Federation of Chinese Canadian Professionals Award of MeritAwarded annually to distinguished Chinese-Canadians with outstanding professional achievements.2022-08-30
Steacie PrizePresented annually to a young scientist or engineer (40 or under) for outstanding scientific research carried out in Canada.2023-08-31
SEPTEMBER
Petro-Canada Young Innovator AwardRecognizes, promotes, and supports outstanding and innovative emerging researchers whose work contributes significantly to the training environment of the University and has an impact on society at large.2022-09-05
Guggenheim FellowshipsIntended for mid-career individuals who have demonstrated exceptional capacity in any field of knowledge.2023-09-15*
Sloan Research FellowshipsRecognize and reward outstanding early-career faculty who have the potential to revolutionize their fields of study in chemistry, computer science, Earth system science, economics, mathematics, neuroscience, physics, or a related field.2023-09-15*
Abel PrizeRecognizes outstanding scientific work in the field of mathematics, including mathematical aspects of computer science, mathematical physics, probability, numerical analysis and scientific computing, statistics, and also applications of mathematics in the sciences.2022-09-15
Johnson & Johnson Women in STEM²D Scholars Award ProgramAims to fuel development of female STEM²D leaders and feed the STEM²D talent pipeline by awarding and sponsoring women at critical points in their careers, in each of the STEM²D disciplines: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Manufacturing and Design.2023-09-29*
OCTOBER
CAP/DCMMP Brockhouse MedalRecognizes and encourages significant experimental or theoretical contributions to condensed matter and materials physics.2022-10-01
CAP Herzberg MedalRecognizes significant contributions in any field of research by a Canadian physicist who has successfully defended their doctoral thesis within the last 12 years.2022-10-01
CAP-TRIUMF Vogt MedalRecognizes and encourages outstanding experimental or theoretical contributions to subatomic physics.2022-10-01
CAP-CRM Prize in Theoretical and Mathematical PhysicsRecognizes research excellence in the fields of theoretical and mathematical physics.2022-10-01
Allan Carswell Physics Educator ScholarshipRecognizes the critical importance and value of having people who are trained in, and passionate about, physics engaging young Canadians in the classrooms of this country.2022-10-01
CAP Medal for Lifetime Achievement in PhysicsAwarded on the basis of significant contributions to physics over an extended period of time, and/or recent significant achievement.2022-10-01
CAP Medal for Excellence in Undergraduate TeachingHonours faculty members who possess an ability to communicate their knowledge and understanding in such a way as to lead their students to high academic achievement in physics.2022-10-01
CAP-INO Medal for Outstanding Achievement in Applied PhotonicsRecognizes outstanding and innovative contributions in applied photonics. The innovation must be commercializable or, at the least, exploitable.2022-10-01
Boris P. Stoicheff Memorial Graduate ScholarshipAwarded to a graduate student who has demonstrated both research excellence and significant service to the optics or physics community.2022-10-01
C.E.K. Mees MedalRecognizes an original use of optics across multiple fields.2022-10-01
Charles Hard Townes MedalPresented for outstanding experimental or theoretical work, discovery or invention in the field of quantum electronics.2022-10-01
Frederic Ives Medal / Jarus W. Quinn PrizeRecognizes overall distinction in optics; the highest award of the Society.2022-10-01
Kevin P. Thompson Optical Design Innovator AwardPresented for significant contributions to lens design, optical engineering, or metrology by an individual as evidenced by one or more of the following: innovative and rigorous research; optical system design with a foundation in aberration theory; development of advanced metrology capabilities; product development; patents; or publications.2022-10-01
Nick Holonyak Jr. AwardPresented to an individual who has made significant contributions to optics based on semiconductor-based optical devices and materials, including basic science and technological applications.2022-10-01
Michael S. Feld Biophotonics AwardRecognizes individuals for their innovative and influential contributions to the field of biophotonics, regardless of their career stage. 2022-10-01
Max Born AwardPresented to an individual who has made outstanding contributions to physical optics, theoretical or experimental.2022-10-01
R. W. Wood PrizeRecognizes an outstanding discovery, scientific or technical achievement, or invention in the field of optics.2022-10-01
David Richardson MedalRecognizes those who have made significant contributions to optical engineering, primarily in the commercial and industrial sector.2022-10-01
Edwin H. Land MedalRecognizes pioneering work empowered by scientific research to create inventions, technologies, and products.2022-10-01
Emmett N. Leith MedalRecognizes seminal contributions to the field of optical information processing.2022-10-01
Esther Hoffman Beller MedalPresented for outstanding contributions to education in optical science and engineering.2022-10-01
Joseph Fraunhofer Award / Robert M. Burley PrizeRecognizes significant research accomplishments in the field of optical engineering.2022-10-01
Sang Soo Lee AwardRecognizes outstanding leadership in founding or growing an optics and photonics community.2022-10-01
William F. Meggers AwardPresented for outstanding work in spectroscopy.2022-10-01
SIAG/GS Career PrizeAwarded every two years to an outstanding senior researcher who has made broad and distinguished contributions to the field of geosciences.2022-10-15
SIAG/GS Early Career PrizeAwarded to one individual in their early career in the field of geosciences for distinguished contributions to the field in the last three years.2022-10-15
Innovation York Commercialization FellowshipTo support the research commercialization process by providing strategic, short-term funding to assist in the development of commercially viable projects.2022-10-31
NOVEMBER
York University GA Training FundAvailable to Principal Investigators that hold an external research grant and hire a GA (Graduate Assistant).N/A (application closes once 40 submissions are received)
Simons Investigators in Mathematics, Physics, Astrophysics and Theoretical Computer ScienceThe intent of the Investigator in Mathematics, Physics, Astrophysics and Theoretical Computer Science programs is to support outstanding scientists in their most productive years, when they are establishing creative new research directions, providing leadership to the field and effectively mentoring junior scientists.

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2022-11-03
Faculty of Science Annual Research and Mentorship AwardsAcknowledges the extraordinary research achievements and dedication to research in the Faculty of Science.2022-11-09
Azrieli International Postdoctoral FellowshipSupports 24 international postdoctoral researchers to carry out research in exact sciences, life sciences, humanities, and social sciences at eligible Israeli academic institutions.2023-11-15
Traditional Fulbright Scholar AwardDesigned to enable emerging and established Canadian scholars, post-doctoral researchers and experienced professionals to conduct research, teach, or undertake a combination of both activities for one semester or a full academic year at any university or research centre of their choice in the United States.2022-11-15
York University Small Research GrantSupports research intensification and administration functions for faculty members.2022-11-15
NSERC Awards for Science PromotionFocus on individuals and groups who are inspirational in the way they promote science to the general public.2022-11-25
Brockhouse Canada PrizeRecognizes outstanding Canadian teams of researchers from different disciplines who came together to engage in research drawing on their combined knowledge and skills, and produced a record of excellent achievements in the natural sciences and engineering.2023-11-28
Gerhard Herzberg Canada Gold MedalAwarded annually to an individual whose body of work, conducted in Canada in the natural sciences or engineering, has demonstrated persistent excellence and influence.2023-11-28
John C. Polanyi AwardGiven to an individual or team whose research, conducted in Canada, has led to a recent outstanding advance in any NSERC-supported field of the natural sciences or engineering.2023-11-28
Donna Strickland PrizeAwarded annually to an individual or team whose outstanding research has led to exceptional benefits for Canadian society, the environment and/or the economy.2023-11-28
DECEMBER
York Research ChairsAwarded competitively based on the criteria of excellence in research and scholarship, contributions to research leadership, and the fostering of equity, diversity and inclusion within their research programs.2022-12-01
Fellowship of Royal Society of CanadaRecognizes distinguished Canadians from all branches of learning who have made remarkable contributions in the arts, the humanities, and the sciences, as well as in Canadian public life.2022-12-01
College of New Scholars, Artists and ScientistsMembers include Canadians and Permanent Residents who, at an early stage in their career, have demonstrated a high level of achievement.2022-12-01
John Charles Polanyi PrizesAwarded annually to up to five outstanding researchers or scholars who are in the early stages of their careers at Ontario universities. They are available in the areas of Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, and Economic Science.2022-12-01
Minister of Colleges and Universities' Awards of ExcellenceCelebrate the incredible work of faculty, staff, and graduate students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and innovation during the 2020/2021 school year.2022-12-06
Gruber International Cosmology PrizeHonours a leading cosmologist, astronomer, astrophysicist or scientific philosopher for theoretical, analytical, conceptual or observational discoveries leading to fundamental advances in our understanding of the universe.2022-12-15
Albert Einstein World Award for ScienceRecognizes scientists whose scientific and technological achievements have brought progress to science and benefit to mankind. Consideration will be given to individuals or institutions in one of the Life Sciences, such as Neuroscience, Earth Science, Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine or Chemistry; or in one of the Natural Sciences such as Physics, Mathematics or Astronomy.2022-12-16
York University President’s Emerging Research Leadership AwardRecognizes two full-time faculty members within 10 years of their first academic appointment, who have had a notable impact on their field(s) and made a significant contribution to advancing the University’s international reputation for research excellence while significantly and positively contributing to one or more aspects of the York community’s intellectual life.2022-12-16
York University President's Research Impact AwardRecognizes full-time, active faculty members whose body of research or scholarship has translated into a notable impact on communities, individuals, public policies or practice beyond academia, or translated successfully into impactful commercial or other applications, while significantly and positively contributing to the University’s research culture and reputation.2022-12-16
JANUARY
York-Massey FellowshipsProvides for a shared office space and the status of a full Senior Resident of the College.2023-01-09
Japan PrizeAwarded to breakthroughs in the creation, innovation or dissemination of science and technology in the fields of Resources, Energy, Environment, and Social Infrastructure, thereby contributing significantly to solving social issues and improving sustainability in our society.2023-01-31
FEBRUARY
Harvey PrizeRewards excellence by recognizing breakthroughs in science and technology.2023-02-22*
Copley MedalAwarded for sustained, outstanding achievements in any field of science. In 2023, the Copley Medal will be awarded for the physical sciences. 2023-02-25*
CAP/DCMMP Brockhouse MedalRecognizes and encourages significant experimental or theoretical contributions to condensed matter and materials physics.2023-02-28
MARCH
Balzan PrizesAwarded to scholars, artists and scientists who have distinguished themselves in their fields on an international level.2023-03-15
King Faisal PrizeRecognizes the outstanding works of individuals and institutions in five major categories: Service to Islam, Islamic Studies, Arabic Language and Literature, Medicine, and Science.2023-03-31
Order of OntarioRewarded to an Ontarian who has shown the highest level of excellence and achievement in any field, and whose impact has left a lasting legacy in the province, in the country, and around the world.2023-03-31
Henry Marshall Tory MedalFor outstanding research in any branch of astronomy, chemistry, mathematics, physics, or an allied science.2023-03-31
Rutherford Memorial MedalsFor outstanding research in physics and in chemistry.2023-03-31
Miroslaw Romanowski MedalFor scientific work relating to environmental problems.2023-03-31
APRIL
Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental PhysicsRecognizes theoretical, mathematical, and experimental physicists who have made profound contributions to human knowledge.2023-04-01
Paul F. Forman Team Engineering Excellence AwardRecognizes team technical achievements in optical engineering such as product engineering, process, software and patent development, as well as contributions to society such as engineering education, publication and management, and furthering public appreciation of optical engineering.2023-04-10
NSERC Synergy AwardsRecognize partnerships in natural sciences and engineering research and development between universities and Canadian industry.2023-04-17*
American Association for the Advancement of Science FellowshipRecognizes an AAAS member whose efforts on behalf of the advancement of science or its applications are scientifically or socially distinguished.2023-04-25
MAY
Top 100 AwardsCanada's most recognized honour for the highest achieving female leaders in business, arts, sports, community, entrepreneurship, not-for-profit ventures, skilled trades, science, service, and philanthropy.2023-05-30
AwardDescriptionAgency Deadline
JUNE
York University Postdoctoral Supervisor of the Year AwardRecognizes one Postdoctoral Supervisor who has demonstrated exemplary support for postdoctoral scholars at York University.2023-06-01
Killam PrizesAwarded to distinguished Canadian scholars who have been engaged in research in universities, hospitals, research or scientific institutes, or other similar institutions for the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences or engineering.2023-06-02
Arthur B. McDonald FellowshipsRecognize early stage academic researchers in the natural sciences and/or engineering and support them to enhance their research capacity, so that they can become leaders in their field and inspire others.2023-06-07
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Medal of HonorPresented when a candidate is identified as having made a particular contribution that forms a clearly exceptional addition to the science and technology of concern to IEEE.2023-06-15
Dorothy Killam FellowshipsSupport early- to mid-career Canadian researchers whose research stands to have significant impact on a national or global scale.2023-06-16
BBVA Frontiers of Knowledge AwardsRecognize fundamental contributions in a broad array of areas of scientific knowledge, technology, humanities and artistic creation. Disciplines include Basic Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), Biology and Biomedicine, Information and Communication Technologies, Ecology and Conservation Biology, and Climate Change.2023-06-30
Kyoto PrizeHonours those who have contributed significantly to the scientific, cultural, and spiritual betterment of mankind. It is presented annually in each of the following three categories: Advanced Technology, Basic Sciences, and Arts and Philosophy.Rolling Deadline
JULY
Macromolecular Science and Engineering AwardPresented to an individual who has made a distinguished contribution to macromolecular science or engineering while residing in Canada.2022-07-02
SIAM/ACM Prize in Computational Science and Engineering
Recognizes an individual or group of individuals for outstanding research contributions to the field of computational science and engineering.2022-07-31
James H. Wilkinson PrizeAwarded every four years to the authors of an outstanding piece of numerical software, or to individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to an existing piece of numerical software.2022-07-31
SIAG/CSE Best Paper PrizeAwarded to the author(s) of the best paper, as determined by the prize committee, on the development and use of mathematical and computational tools and methods for solving problems that may arise in broad areas of science, engineering, technology, and society. 2022-07-31
SIAG/CSE Early Career PrizeAwarded to one post-PhD early career researcher in the field of computational science and engineering for outstanding, influential, and potentially long-lasting contributions to the field within seven years of receiving the PhD.2022-07-31
AUGUST
Douglas R. Colton Medal for Research ExcellenceRecognizes substantive contribution to some aspect of microsystems or nanotechnology, including microelectronics, photonics, optoelectronics, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), microfluidics, nanomaterials, and embedded software.2022-08-19
Federation of Chinese Canadian Professionals Award of MeritAwarded annually to distinguished Chinese-Canadians with outstanding professional achievements.2022-08-30
Steacie PrizePresented annually to a young scientist or engineer (40 or under) for outstanding scientific research carried out in Canada.2023-08-31
SEPTEMBER
Petro-Canada Young Innovator AwardRecognizes, promotes, and supports outstanding and innovative emerging researchers whose work contributes significantly to the training environment of the University and has an impact on society at large.2022-09-05
Guggenheim FellowshipsIntended for mid-career individuals who have demonstrated exceptional capacity in any field of knowledge.2023-09-15*
Sloan Research FellowshipsRecognize and reward outstanding early-career faculty who have the potential to revolutionize their fields of study in chemistry, computer science, Earth system science, economics, mathematics, neuroscience, physics, or a related field.2023-09-15*
Abel PrizeRecognizes outstanding scientific work in the field of mathematics, including mathematical aspects of computer science, mathematical physics, probability, numerical analysis and scientific computing, statistics, and also applications of mathematics in the sciences.2022-09-15
Johnson & Johnson Women in STEM²D Scholars Award ProgramAims to fuel development of female STEM²D leaders and feed the STEM²D talent pipeline by awarding and sponsoring women at critical points in their careers, in each of the STEM²D disciplines: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Manufacturing and Design.2023-09-29*
OCTOBER
Nick Holonyak Jr. AwardPresented to an individual who has made significant contributions to optics based on semiconductor-based optical devices and materials, including basic science and technological applications.2022-10-01
Charles Hard Townes MedalPresented for outstanding experimental or theoretical work, discovery or invention in the field of quantum electronics.2022-10-01
Edwin H. Land MedalRecognizes pioneering work empowered by scientific research to create inventions, technologies, and products.2022-10-01
Molson PrizesAwarded annually to distinguished individuals for contributions to the cultural and intellectual heritage of Canada in the social sciences and humanities.2022-10-01
Germund Dahlquist PrizeAwarded to one individual for original contributions to numerical solution of differential equations and numerical methods for scientific computing.2022-10-15
J. D. Crawford PrizePresented to one individual for recent outstanding work on a topic in nonlinear science (dynamical systems theory and its applications as well as experiments, computations, and simulations).2022-10-15
Jürgen Moser LectureAwarded to an individual who has made distinguished contributions to nonlinear science (dynamical systems theory and its applications as well as experiments, computations, and simulations).2022-10-15
Peter Henrici PrizeAwarded for original contributions to applied analysis and numerical analysis and/or for exposition appropriate for applied mathematics and scientific computing.2022-10-15
Liber Ero Post-Doctoral FellowshipSeeks to support early-career scientists to conduct and communicate world-class research that informs conservation and management issues relevant to Canada.2022-10-24
Millennium Technology PrizeAwarded to groundbreaking technological innovations that enhance the quality of people’s lives in a sustainable manner, have been applied in practice, and show promise for future innovations.2022-10-31
ACM Doctoral Dissertation AwardRecognizes superior research and writing from doctoral candidates in computer science and engineering.2022-10-31
IBM Global University Program Academic AwardFosters collaboration between researchers at leading universities and IBM Researchers and Technologists worldwide, while promoting curriculum innovation to stimulate growth in emerging academic disciplines.2022-10-31
Innovation York Commercialization FellowshipTo support the research commercialization process by providing strategic, short-term funding to assist in the development of commercially viable projects.2022-10-31
NOVEMBER
York University GA Training FundAvailable to Principal Investigators that hold an external research grant and hire a GA (Graduate Assistant).N/A (application closes once 40 submissions are received)
John G. Diefenbaker AwardEnables a distinguished German scholar in the social sciences or humanities to do research in Canada, which may include brief periods in the United States.2022-11-01
Simons Investigators in Mathematics, Physics, Astrophysics and Theoretical Computer ScienceSupports outstanding theoretical scientists when they are establishing creative new research directions, providing leadership to the field and effectively mentoring junior scientists.2022-11-03
Faculty of Science Annual Research and Mentorship AwardsAcknowledges the extraordinary research achievements and dedication to research in the Faculty of Science.2022-11-09
Azrieli International Postdoctoral FellowshipSupports 24 international postdoctoral researchers to carry out research in exact sciences, life sciences, humanities, and social sciences at eligible Israeli academic institutions.2023-11-15
Traditional Fulbright Scholar AwardDesigned to enable emerging and established Canadian scholars, post-doctoral researchers and experienced professionals to conduct research, teach, or undertake a combination of both activities for one semester or a full academic year at any university or research centre of their choice in the United States.2022-11-15
York University Small Research GrantSupports research intensification and administration functions for faculty members.2022-11-15
NSERC Awards for Science PromotionFocus on individuals and groups who are inspirational in the way they promote science to the general public.2022-11-25
Bank of Canada Fellowship AwardEncourages and fosters excellence in research that relates to the Bank’s core functions of monetary policy, the financial system, currency and funds management.2022-11-25
Bank of Canada Governor's AwardEncourages and fosters excellence in research that relates to the Bank’s core functions of monetary policy, the financial system, currency and funds management.2022-11-25
Brockhouse Canada PrizeRecognizes outstanding Canadian teams of researchers from different disciplines who came together to engage in research drawing on their combined knowledge and skills, and produced a record of excellent achievements in the natural sciences and engineering.2023-11-28
Gerhard Herzberg Canada Gold MedalAwarded annually to an individual whose body of work, conducted in Canada in the natural sciences or engineering, has demonstrated persistent excellence and influence.2023-11-28
John C. Polanyi AwardGiven to an individual or team whose research, conducted in Canada, has led to a recent outstanding advance in any NSERC-supported field of the natural sciences or engineering.2023-11-28
Donna Strickland PrizeAwarded annually to an individual or team whose outstanding research has led to exceptional benefits for Canadian society, the environment and/or the economy.2023-11-28
DECEMBER
York Research ChairsAwarded competitively based on the criteria of excellence in research and scholarship, contributions to research leadership, and the fostering of equity, diversity and inclusion within their research programs.2022-12-01
Fellowship of Royal Society of CanadaRecognizes distinguished Canadians from all branches of learning who have made remarkable contributions in the arts, the humanities, and the sciences, as well as in Canadian public life.2022-12-01
College of New Scholars, Artists and ScientistsMembers include Canadians and Permanent Residents who, at an early stage in their career, have demonstrated a high level of achievement.2022-12-01
Minister of Colleges and Universities' Awards of ExcellenceCelebrate the incredible work of faculty, staff, and graduate students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and innovation during the 2020/2021 school year.2022-12-06
ACM A.M. Turning AwardPresented annually to an individual who has made lasting contributions of a technical nature to the computing community.2022-12-15
ACM Athena Lecturer AwardCelebrates women researchers who have made fundamental contributions to Computer Science.2022-12-15
ACM Distinguished Service AwardRecognizes outstanding service contributions to the computing community as a whole.2022-12-15
ACM Paris Kanellakis Theory and Practice AwardHonours specific theoretical accomplishments that have had a significant and demonstrable effect on the practice of computing.2022-12-15
ACM Prize in ComputingRecognizes an early to mid-career fundamental, innovative contribution in computing that exemplifies the greatest achievements in the discipline through its depth and impact.2022-12-15
ACM-AAAI Allen Newell AwardPresented to an individual selected for career contributions that have breadth within computer science, or that bridge computer science and other disciplines.2022-12-15
Albert Einstein World Award for ScienceRecognizes scientists whose scientific and technological achievements have brought progress to science and benefit to mankind. Consideration will be given to individuals or institutions in one of the Life Sciences, such as Neuroscience, Earth Science, Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine or Chemistry; or in one of the Natural Sciences such as Physics, Mathematics or Astronomy.2022-12-16
York University President’s Emerging Research Leadership AwardRecognizes two full-time faculty members within 10 years of their first academic appointment, who have had a notable impact on their field(s) and made a significant contribution to advancing the University’s international reputation for research excellence while significantly and positively contributing to one or more aspects of the York community’s intellectual life.2022-12-16
York University President's Research Impact AwardRecognizes full-time, active faculty members whose body of research or scholarship has translated into a notable impact on communities, individuals, public policies or practice beyond academia, or translated successfully into impactful commercial or other applications, while significantly and positively contributing to the University’s research culture and reputation.2022-12-16
York University President’s Research Excellence AwardRecognizes senior established, full-time, active Professors with distinguished scholarly achievements, who have had a notable impact on their field(s) and made a significant contribution to advancing the University’s international reputation for research excellence while significantly and positively contributing to the York community’s intellectual life. The 2022-2023 cluster is Engineering, Science, Technology, Health and Biomedicine.2022-12-16
JANUARY
York-Massey FellowshipsProvides for a shared office space and the status of a full Senior Resident of the College.2023-01-09
Japan PrizeAwarded to breakthroughs in the creation, innovation or dissemination of science and technology in the fields of Resources, Energy, Environment, and Social Infrastructure, thereby contributing significantly to solving social issues and improving sustainability in our society.2023-01-31
FEBRUARY
Harvey PrizeRewards excellence by recognizing breakthroughs in science and technology.2023-02-22*
Bower AwardFor individuals who have made significant contributions to understanding the unique properties of soft matter or to the development of applications utilizing soft matter. 2023-02-28
MARCH
Balzan PrizesAwarded to scholars, artists and scientists who have distinguished themselves in their fields on an international level.2023-03-15
King Faisal PrizeRecognizes the outstanding works of individuals and institutions in five major categories: Service to Islam, Islamic Studies, Arabic Language and Literature, Medicine, and Science.2023-03-31
Order of OntarioRewarded to an Ontarian who has shown the highest level of excellence and achievement in any field, and whose impact has left a lasting legacy in the province, in the country, and around the world.2023-03-31
Alice Wilson AwardTo three women of outstanding academic qualifications in the Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, or Science who are entering a career in scholarship or research at the postdoctoral level.2023-03-31
APRIL
Russ PrizeAwarded for a specific achievement or for a series of achievements in bioengineering.2023-04-01
SSHRC Impact AwardsDesigned to build on and sustain Canada’s research-based knowledge culture in all research areas of the social sciences and humanities.2023-04-01
NSERC Synergy AwardsRecognize partnerships in natural sciences and engineering research and development between universities and Canadian industry.2023-04-17*
Nokia Bell Labs PrizeRecognizes game-changing innovations in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.2023-04-21
American Association for the Advancement of Science FellowshipRecognizes an AAAS member whose efforts on behalf of the advancement of science or its applications are scientifically or socially distinguished.2023-04-25
MAY
Top 100 AwardsCanada's most recognized honour for the highest achieving female leaders in business, arts, sports, community, entrepreneurship, not-for-profit ventures, skilled trades, science, service, and philanthropy.2023-05-30