The Educator of the Year Award – Pre-clerkship is presented annually to a member of the Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) teaching staff who has demonstrated outstanding performance in their teaching in the pre-clerkship program (1st and 2nd years), particularly in the development of innovative teaching material and methods, courses, and programs of study, and for their interpersonal skills.

Nomination process

Candidates in this category must be nominated by faculty members or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may also propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page). 

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s pedagogic contributions and outstanding teaching record.

• *Nominee's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• *The candidate’s most recent teaching and course evaluations, not dating back further than two calendar years (i.e. since January 2023). 

• Optional: Endorsement letters from learners.

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link to this questionnaire).

*If the CV and evaluations cannot be obtained by the nominator, the nominee can submit them directly to the Awards office at [email protected]. Nominees can request copies of their evaluations of their pre-clerkship-level teaching from the Undergraduate Medical Education Office ([email protected]). 

Selection criteria

The selection will be based on evidence of outstanding teaching at the pre-clerkship level. Contributions to all aspects of teaching will be considered. The following are examples and are not intended to be exhaustive:

• Course and/or lab design and curriculum development;

• Development of innovative content and incentives that engage students in learning processes;

• Development of new techniques for student evaluation and testing;

• Excellent course evaluations by students; and

• Variety in their offer of courses.

The Educator of the Year Award – Clerkship is presented annually to a member of the teaching staff who has demonstrated outstanding performance in their teaching at the clerkship level of the UGME program, particularly in the development of innovative teaching material and methods, courses, and programs of study, and for their interpersonal skills.

Nomination process

Candidates in this category must be nominated by faculty members or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may also propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page). 

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s pedagogic contributions and outstanding teaching record.

• *Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• *The candidate’s most recent teaching and course evaluations, not dating back further than two calendar years (i.e. since January 2023). 

• Optional: Endorsement letters from learners

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link to this questionnaire).

*If the CV and evaluations cannot be obtained by the nominator, the nominee can submit them directly to the Awards office at [email protected]. Nominees can request copies of their evaluations of their clerkship-level teaching from the Undergraduate Medical Education Office ([email protected]). 

Selection criteria

The selection will be based on evidence of outstanding teaching at the clerkship level at the Faculty of Medicine. Contributions to all aspects of teaching will be considered. The following are examples and are not intended to be exhaustive:

• Course and/or lab design and curriculum development;

• Development of innovative content and incentives that engage students in learning processes;

• Development of new techniques for student evaluation and testing;

• Excellent course evaluations by students; and

• Variety in their offer of courses.

The Educator of the Year Award – Residency and Fellowship is presented annually to a member of the teaching staff who has demonstrated outstanding performance in their teaching at the residency and/or fellowship levels, particularly in the development of innovative teaching material and methods, courses, and programs of study, and for their interpersonal skills.

Nomination process

Candidates in this category must be nominated by faculty members or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may also propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s contributions to the mentorship of learners and junior faculty.
• *Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)
• *The candidate’s most recent teaching and course evaluations (if applicable), limited to the last two calendar years (i.e. since January 2023). 
• Optional: Endorsements letters from learners or other faculty members.
• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link to this questionnaire).

*If these cannot be obtained by the nominator, the nominee can submit them directly to the Awards office at [email protected]. Nominees can request copies of the evaluations of their residency-level teaching from the Postgraduate Medical Education Office ([email protected]).

Selection criteria

The selection will be based on evidence of outstanding teaching at the residency and fellowship levels at the Faculty of Medicine. Contributions to all aspects of teaching will be considered. The following are examples and are not intended to be exhaustive:

• Development of innovative and engaging methods for teaching;
• Development of new techniques for student evaluation and testing;
• Excellent course evaluations by learners (if applicable);
• Engagement and interest in teaching residents and fellows to teach; and
• Ability to mentor, motivate and engage learners. 

The Educator of the Year Award – Continuing Professional Development is presented annually to a faculty member who has demonstrated outstanding performance in their teaching at the Continuing Professional Development level (whether Continuing Medical Education, Faculty Development, or both), particularly in the development of innovative teaching material and methods, courses, and programs of study, and for their interpersonal skills.

Nomination process

Candidates must be nominated by faculty members or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may also propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s contributions to the mentorship of learners and junior faculty.
• *Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)
• *The candidate’s most recent teaching and course evaluations (if applicable), limited to the last two calendar years (i.e. since January 2023).
• Optional: Endorsements letters from learners or other faculty members.
• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link to this questionnaire).

*If these cannot be obtained by the nominator, the nominee can submit them directly to the Awards office at [email protected]. Nominees can request copies of the evaluations of their residency-level teaching from the CPD Office ([email protected]) or whichever unit/department facilitated the CPD learning event.

Selection criteria

The selection will be based on evidence of outstanding teaching at the Continuing Professional Development level at the Faculty of Medicine. Contributions to all aspects of teaching will be considered. The following are examples and are not intended to be exhaustive:

• Development of courses and/curriculums that engage learners;
• Development of new techniques for learner evaluation and testing;
• Innovation and creativity; 
• Administrative contributions to CPD, CME, and/or Faculty Development; 
• Excellent course evaluations by learners (if applicable); and
• Number and variety of courses offered. 

The Educator of the Year Award – Community Teaching is presented annually to a member of the teaching staff who has demonstrated outstanding performance in their teaching at community sites. 

Part-time and full-time professors at any rank (lecturer and adjunct, assistant, associate, full and emeritus professor), who participate in the teaching and training of learners at any of the Faculty’s affiliated institutions (see Affiliated institutions section on this page) may be nominated. 

Nomination process

Candidates must be nominated by faculty members or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may also propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s contributions to the mentorship of learners and junior faculty.
• *Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)
• *The candidate’s most recent teaching and course evaluations (if applicable), limited to the last two calendar years (i.e. since January 2023).
• Optional: Endorsements letters from learners or other faculty members.
• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link to this questionnaire).

*If these cannot be obtained by the nominator, the nominee can submit them directly to the Awards office at [email protected]. Nominees can request copies of the evaluations of the appropriate office (e.g. UGME, PGME).

Selection criteria

The selection will be based on evidence of outstanding teaching of learners at any of the Faculty’s affiliated institutions (see Affiliated institutions section on this page). The following are examples of contirbutions and are not intended to be exhaustive:

• Teaching ability; 
• Enthusiasm and ability to motivate and empower learners; 
• Impact on learners and trainees; 
• Quantity of teachign and number of trainees/learners overseen; 
• Contributions to the planning and administration of community teaching; and 
• Excellent course evaluations by learners (if applicable). 

The Educator of the Year Award – Translational Molecular Medicine is presented annually to a member of the teaching staff who has demonstrated outstanding performance in their teaching in the TMM program, particularly in the development of innovative teaching material, methods, and courses, and for his or her interpersonal skills.

Nomination process

Candidates for this category must be nominated by faculty members or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, program directors, the Dean and Vice-Deans may also propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page). 

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s academic contribution and outstanding teaching record.

• *Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• *The candidate’s most recent teaching and course evaluations, not dating further back than two calendar years (i.e. since January 2023).
• Optional: Endorsement letters from learners.
• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

*If the CV and evaluations cannot be obtained by the nominator, the nominee can submit them directly to the Awards office at [email protected]. Nominees can request copies of their evaluations of the from the appropriate Faculty office (e.g., TMM: [email protected]).

Selection criteria

The selection will be based on evidence of outstanding teaching. Contributions to all aspects of teaching will be considered. The following are examples and not intended to be exhaustive:

• Course and/or lab design and curriculum development;

• Development of innovative content and incentives that engage students in learning processes;

• Development of new techniques for student evaluation and testing; and 

• Excellent course evaluations by students.

The Educator of the Year Award – Basic Sciences – Graduate and Postdocral Studies is presented annually to a member of the teaching staff who has demonstrated outstanding performance in their teaching at the graduate and/or postodctal level at the Faculty of Medicine, particularly in the development of innovative teaching material, methods and courses, and for his or her interpersonal skills.

Nomination process

Candidates must be nominated by faculty members or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may also propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s academic contribution and outstanding teaching record.
• *Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)
• *The candidate’s most recent teaching and course evaluations, not dating further back than two calendar years (i.e. since January 2023).
• Optional: Endorsement letters from learners.
• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

*If the CV and evaluations cannot be obtained by the nominator, the nominee can submit them directly to the Awards office at [email protected]. Nominees can request copies of their evaluations of the from the Faculty’s Graduate and Postdotoral Studies office ([email protected]).

Selection criteria

The selection will be based on evidence of outstanding teaching. Contributions to all aspects of teaching will be considered. The following are examples and not intended to be exhaustive:

• Course and/or lab design and curriculum development;
• Development of innovative content and incentives that engage students in learning processes;
• Development of new techniques for student evaluation and testing; and
• Excellent course evaluations by students.

The Educator of the Year Award – Pharm D is presented annually to a member of the teaching staff who has demonstrated outstanding performance in their teaching in the Pharm D program at the Faculty of Medicine, particularly in the development of innovative teaching material, methods and courses, and for his or her interpersonal skills.

Nomination process

Candidates for this category must be nominated by faculty members or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. The School's Director, Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may also propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s academic contribution and outstanding teaching record.
• *Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)
• *The candidate’s most recent teaching and course evaluations, not dating further back than two calendar years (i.e. since January 2023).
• Optional: Endorsement letters from learners.
• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

*If the CV and evaluations cannot be obtained by the nominator, the nominee can submit them directly to the Awards office at [email protected]. Nominees can request copies of their evaluations of the from the Pharm D office ([email protected]). 

Selection criteria

The selection will be based on evidence of outstanding teaching. Contributions to all aspects of teaching will be considered. The following are examples and not intended to be exhaustive:

• Course and/or lab design and curriculum development;
• Development of innovative content and incentives that engage students in learning processes;
• Development of new techniques for student evaluation and testing;
• Excellent course evaluations by students; and
• Variety in their courses offered. 

The Mentor of the Year Award – Clinical is presented annually to a faculty member who has demonstrated outstanding mentorship towards Faculty of Medicine learners and/or faculty members at any stage of their career, and helps to inspire and motivate them. Mentors act as role models and have the potential to shape the learning process and experience. They may be in a formal or informal mentorship role.

Nomination process

Candidates for the Mentor of the Year Award must be nominated by faculty members or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may also propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s contributions to the mentorship of learners and junior faculty.

• *Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• Optional: Endorsements letters from learners or other faculty members.

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

*If this cannot be obtained by the nominator, the nomination may be submitted without it.

Selection criteria

Examples of the behaviours of outstanding mentors include:

• Supporting learners and faculty in the development of relevant skills and ensure they appreciate the relevance and value of these skills;

• Providing emotional and practical support, offering mentees time for reflection and for practicing skills;

• Demonstrating interpersonal and communication skills that enable them to give comprehensive feedback and the opportunity for mentees to learn from mistakes and develop;

• Demonstrating innovative teaching skills and the ability to tailor the learning process to meet the needs of their mentees;

• Promoting and facilitating the development of the core values of professionalism; and

• Exuding a positive attitude that inspires and enthuses students and faculty.

The Mentor of the Year Award – Basic Sciences is presented annually to a faculty member who has demonstrated outstanding mentorship towards Faculty of Medicine learners and/or faculty at any stage in their career, and helps to inspire and motivate them. Mentors act as role models and have the potential to shape the learning process and experience. They may be in a formal or informal mentorship role.

Nomination process

Candidates for the Mentor of the Year Award must be nominated by faculty members or by learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may also propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s contributions to the mentorship of learners and junior faculty.

• *Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)
• Optional: Endorsements letters from learners or other faculty members.
• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

*If this cannot be obtained by the nominator, the nomination may be submitted without it.

Selection criteria

Examples of the behaviours of outstanding mentors include:

• Supporting learners and faculty in the development of relevant skills and ensure they appreciate the relevance and value of these skills;
• Providing emotional and practical support, offering mentees time for reflection and for practicing skills;
• Demonstrating interpersonal and communication skills that enable them to give comprehensive feedback and the opportunity for mentees to learn from mistakes and develop;
• Demonstrating innovative teaching skills and the ability to tailor the learning process to meet the needs of their mentees;
• Promoting and facilitating the development of the core values of professionalism; and
• Exuding a positive attitude that inspires and enthuses students and faculty.

The Researcher of the Year Award – Clinical is presented annually to a clinical investigator who has earned distinction for their unit and Faculty as a result of the important and exceptional characteristics of their research work. Clinical research here is defined as research with the goal of improving the diagnosis and treatment (including rehabilitation and palliation) of disease and injury and improving the health and quality of life of individuals as they pass through normal life stages.

Nomination process

Candidates for this award must be nominated by at least one faculty member from the Faculty of Medicine, and their nomination must be endorsed by the Chair of the candidate's Department and/or the Departmental Teaching Personnel Committee (DTPC). Department Chairs must not be primary nominators. The Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s field and explaining their most important contributions to research.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• A short explanation of the publication and funding conventions (e.g., authorship order, impact factor, typical grant types, etc.) in the candidate’s field.

• An endorsement form (pdf, 101.01 KB) from the candidate’s Departmental Chair.

• Endorsement letters from colleagues of the nominee (optional).

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria:

• Quality and impact of publications in the given year (from April 2023 to June 2024); research grants

• Contributions to the field or discipline and unique characteristics of research

• National and international stature

• Supervision of trainees and contributions to the intellectual life and the development of the unit and the Faculty

• Outreach activities, knowledge translation and/or mobilization

• Career interruptions having affected productivity will be considered accordingly

The Researcher of the Year Award – Biomedical is presented annually to an investigator who has earned distinction for their unit and Faculty as a result of the importance and exceptional characteristics of their research work. Biomedical research here is defined as research that: 1) has the goal of understanding normal and abnormal human functioning at the molecular, cellular, organ system and/or whole body levels; 2) focuses on the development of tools and techniques to be applied for this purpose; 3) and/or that is centered on developing new therapies or devices that improve health or the quality of life of individuals, up to the point where they are tested on human subjects.

Nomination process

Candidates for this award must be nominated by at least one faculty member from the Faculty of Medicine, and their nomination must be endorsed by the Chair of the candidate's Department and/or the Departmental Teaching Personnel Committee (DTPC). Department Chairs must not be primary nominators. The Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s field and explaining their most important contributions to research.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• A short explanation of the publication and funding conventions in the nominee’s field.

• Endorsement letters from colleagues of the nominee (optional).

• An endorsement form (pdf, 101.01 KB) from the candidate’s Departmental Chair.

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria:

• Quality and impact of publications in the given year (from April 2023 to June 2024); research grants

• Contributions to the field or discipline and unique characteristics of research

• National and international stature

• Supervision of graduate students and contributions to the intellectual life and the development of the unit and the Faculty

• Outreach activities, knowledge translation and/or mobilization

• Career interruptions having affected productivity will be considered accordingly

The Researcher of the Year Award – Public Health and Epidemiology is presented annually to an investigator who has earned distinction for their unit and Faculty as a result of the importance and exceptional characteristics of their research work. Research in this category is defined as research with one or more of the following goals:

• Studying and analyzing the distribution, patterns and determinants of health and disease conditions

• Improving the efficiency and effectiveness of health professionals and the health care system, through changes to practice and policy

• Improving the health of the Canadian population, or of defined sub-populations, through a better understanding of the ways in which behavioural, social, cultural, environmental, occupational and economic factors determine health status

• Improving the health of patient populations through a better understanding of the ways in which behavioural, social, cultural, environmental, occupational and economic factors determine health status

Nomination process

Candidates for this award must be nominated by at least one faculty member from the Faculty of Medicine and their nomination must be endorsed by the Chair of the candidate's Department and/or the Departmental Teaching Personnel Committee (DTPC). Department Chairs must not be primary nominators. The Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s field and explaining their most important contributions to research.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• A short explanation of the publication and funding conventions in the nominee’s field.

• An endorsement form (pdf, 101.01 KB) from the candidate’s Departmental Chair.

• Endorsement letters from colleagues of the nominee (optional).

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria:

• Quality and impact of publications in the given year (from April 2023 to June 2024); research grants 

• Contributions to the field or discipline and unique characteristics of research

• National and international stature

• Supervision of graduate students and contributions to the intellectual life and the development of the unit and the Faculty

• Outreach activities, knowledge translation and/or mobilization

• Career interruptions having affected productivity will be considered accordingly.

The Researcher of the Year Award – Innovation, Education and Medical Humanities is presented annually to an investigator who has earned distinction for their unit and Faculty as a result of the importance and exceptional characteristics of their research work. Research in this category is defined as research with some of the following goals:

• Supporting education and educational scholarship in medicine;

• Developing innovative ways of delivering education in various sectors and learning settings;

• Disseminating best practices and innovations in medical education and supporting scholarship in teaching, integration and application;

• Highlighting the role of professionalism, empathy, self-reflection, analytical reasoning, and observational skills in medical education and practice; and

• Knowledge translation

Nomination process

Candidates for this award must be nominated by at least one faculty member from the Faculty of Medicine, and their nomination mustbe endorsed by the chair of the candidate's department and/or the Departmental Teaching Personnel Committee (DTPC). Department Chairs must not be primary nominators. The Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s field and explaining their most important contributions to research.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• A short explanation of the publication and funding conventions in the nominee’s field.

• Endorsement letters from colleagues of the nominee (optional).

• An endorsement form (pdf, 101.01 KB) from the candidate’s Departmental Chair.

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

• Quality and impact of publications in the given year (from April 2023 to June 2024); research grants 

• Contributions to the field or discipline and unique characteristics of research 

• National and international stature

• Supervision of graduate students and contributions to the intellectual life and the development of the unit and the Faculty

• Outreach activities, knowledge translation and/or mobilization

• Career interruptions having affected productivity will be considered accordingly

The Early Career Researcher of the Year Award – Clinical is presented annually to a clinical investigator who has earned distinction for their unit and Faculty as a result of the importance and exceptional characteristics of their research work at this early stage of career. Clinical research here is defined as research with the goal of improving the diagnosis, and treatment (including rehabilitation and palliation), of disease and injury; and improving the health and quality of life of individuals as they pass through normal life stages.

Nomination process

Candidates for this award must be nominated by at least one faculty member from the Faculty of Medicine, and their nomination must be endorsed by the chair of the candidate's department and/or the Departmental Teaching Personnel Committee (DTPC). The dean and vice-deans may propose nominations, but department chairs must not be primary nominators.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s field and explaining their most important contributions to research.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• A short explanation of the publication and funding conventions in the nominee’s field.

• An endorsement form (pdf, 101.01 KB) from the candidate’s Departmental Chair.

• Endorsement letters from colleagues of the nominee (optional).

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

• Quality of publications according to career stage

• contributions to the field or discipline and unique characteristics of research

• Supervision of trainees and contributions to the intellectual life and the development of the unit and the Faculty

• Outreach activities, knowledge translation and/or mobilization

• Career interruptions having affected productivity will be considered accordingly

The Early Career Researcher of the Year Award – Biomedical is presented annually to an investigator who has earned distinction for their unit and Faculty as a result of the importance and exceptional characteristics of their research work at this stage of career. Biomedical research here is defined as research that: 1) has the goal of understanding normal and abnormal human functioning at the molecular, cellular, organ system and/or whole body levels; 2) focuses on the development of tools and techniques to be applied for this purpose; 3) and/or that is centered on developing new therapies or devices that improve health or the quality of life of individuals, up to the point where they are tested on human subjects.

Nomination process

Candidates for this award must be nominated by at least one faculty member from the Faculty of Medicine, and their nomination must be endorsed by the Chair of the candidate's department and/or the Departmental Teaching Personnel Committee (DTPC). The dean and vice-deans may propose nominations, but department chairs must not be primary nominators.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s field and explaining their most important contributions to research.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• A short explanation of the publication and funding conventions in the nominee’s field.

• An endorsement form (pdf, 101.01 KB) from the candidate’s Departmental Chair.

• Endorsement letters from colleagues of the nominee (optional).
• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

• Quality of publications according to career stage

• Contributions to the field or discipline

• Contributions to the intellectual life and the development of the unit and the Faculty

• Supervision of graduate students

• Unique characteristics of research

• Outreach activities, knowledge translation and/or mobilization

• Career interruptions having affected productivity will be considered accordingly

The Early Career Researcher of the Year Award – Public Health and Epidemiology is presented annually to an investigator who has earned distinction for their unit and Faculty as a result of the importance and exceptional characteristics of their research work at this stage of career. Research in this category is defined as research with the goal of:

• Studying and analyzing the distribution, patterns and determinants of health and disease conditions

• Improving the efficiency and effectiveness of health professionals and the health care system, through changes to practice and policy

• Improving the health of the Canadian population, or of defined sub-populations, through a better understanding of the ways in which behavioural, social, cultural, environmental, occupational and economic factors determine health status

• Improving the health of patient populations through a better understanding of the ways in which behavioural, social, cultural, environmental, occupational and economic factors determine health status

Nomination process

Candidates for this award must be nominated by at least one faculty member from the Faculty of Medicine, and their nomination must be supported by the Chair of the candidate's Department and/or the Departmental Teaching Personnel Committee (DTPC). Department Chairs must not be primary nominators. The Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s field and explaining their most important contributions to research.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• A short explanation of the publication and funding conventions in the nominee’s field.

• An endorsement form (pdf, 101.01 KB) from the candidate’s Departmental Chair.

• Endorsement letters from colleagues of the nominee (optional).

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

• Quality of publications according to career stage

• Contributions to the field or discipline

• Contributions to the intellectual life and the development of the unit and the Faculty

• Supervision of graduate students

• Unique characteristics of research

• Outreach activities, knowledge translation and/or mobilization

• Career interruptions having affected productivity will be considered accordingly.

The Early Career Researcher of the Year Award – Innovation, Education and Medical Humanities is presented annually to an investigator who has earned distinction for their unit and Faculty as a result of the importance and exceptional characteristics of their research work at this stage of career. Research in this category is defined as research with some of the following goals:

• Supporting education and educational scholarship in medicine;

• Developing innovative ways of delivering education in various sectors and learning settings;

• Disseminating best practices and innovations in medical education and support scholarship in teaching, integration and application;

• Highlighting the role of professionalism, empathy, self-reflection, analytical reasoning, and observational skills in medical education and practice; and

• Knowledge translation

Nomination process

Candidates for this award must be nominated by at least one faculty member from the Faculty of Medicine, and their nomination must be supported by the chair of the candidate’s department and/or the Departmental Teaching Personnel Committee (DTPC). The dean and vice-deans may propose nominations, but department chairs must not be primary nominators.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s field and explaining their most important contributions to research.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• A short explanation of the publication and funding conventions in the nominee’s field.

• An endorsement form (pdf, 101.01 KB) from the candidate’s Departmental Chair.

• Endorsement letters from colleagues of the nominee (optional).

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

• Quality of publications according to career stage

• Contributions to the field or discipline

• Contributions to the intellectual life and the development of the unit and the Faculty

• Supervision of graduate students

• Unique characteristics of research

• Outreach activities, knowledge translation and/or mobilization

• Career interruptions having affected productivity will be considered accordingly.

The Outstanding Service Award is presented annually to a faculty member in recognition of service excellence in their academic, teaching, administrative, and/or leadership roles. Their work and efforts have supported the University community or a subset thereof (learners, staff, faculty) and have contributed to the advancement towards the University’s and Faculty’s goals.

Nominations process

Candidates must be nominated by faculty members, colleagues or learners in the Faculty of Medicine, and their nomination must be endorsed by their immediate supervisor. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s exceptional contribution to service excellence that helps improve the university experience. The description must objectively portray the nominee’s accomplishments during the year or ongoing service excellence over multiple years.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• Endorsement letters from learners or colleagues of the nominee (optional).
• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

The candidate stands out among their peers and makes an exceptional contribution to fulfilling the University’s vision of service excellence by:

• Having a positive impact on the learner, support staff, and/or faculty member experience

• Contributing to the Faculty’s and University’s mandate

  • Examples of areas of impact and service include education, research, engagement, EDI, wellness, Francophonie, internationalization and global health, Indigenous health, planetary health, social accountability, operations, etc.

• Collaborating across boundaries, exercising skill and professionalism, reflecting a positive attitude, and acting benevolently and with regard

• Demonstrating creativity and initiative in improving service quality, finding innovative solutions, and having a notable impact

The Award for Leadership in Wellness is presented annually to a faculty member in recognition of their work for the promotion and enhancement of well-being in their daily lives. The Faculty Wellness Program would like to celebrate the initiative of these individuals by formally recognizing their efforts and contributions to the success of the Faculty of Medicine.

Nominations process

Candidates must be nominated by faculty members, colleagues or learners in the Faculty of Medicine, and their nomination endorsed by their immediate supervisor. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s exceptional contribution to ongoing Faculty-wide wellness efforts. The description must objectively portray the nominee’s accomplishments during the year or ongoing leadership over multiple years.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• Endorsement letters from learners or colleagues of the nominee (optional).

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

This award seeks to recognize individuals who are committed to advancing the health and well-being of their co-workers, colleagues, and/or learners through a commitment to activities such as advocacy, education, scholarship and/or service.

The Award for Leadership in Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Indigeneity and Accessibility (EDIIA) is presented annually to a faculty member in recognition of their work for the promotion of EDIIA throughout their research, teaching, administrative, leaderships, and/or advocacy activities at the Faculty.

Nomination process

Candidates must be nominated by faculty members, colleagues or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s exceptional contribution to ongoing Faculty-wide EDI efforts. The description must objectively portray the nominee’s accomplishments during the year or ongoing leadership over multiple years.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• Endorsement letter from the candidate’s immediate supervisor, if they are not the nominator.

• Endorsement letters from learners or colleagues of the nominee (optional).

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

This award recognizes individuals who are committed, through activities such as advocacy, education, scholarship and/or service, to: 

• Creating an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment;

• Promoting awareness and sensitivity to issues of equity, diversity, gender, Indigeneity, and accessibility at the Faculty;

• Fostering diversity in the workplace;

• Promoting equity in relation to recruitment, retention and the promotion of faculty members; 

• Creating processes for allyship and addressing systems of oppression (examples include but are not limited to ableism, racism, sexism, classism, colonialism, ageism, heterosexism, etc.). 

The Social Accountability Award is presented annually to a faculty member in recognition of their contribution to social accountability at the Faculty of Medicine by engaging, partnering with, and responding to the needs of communities or regions we serve. Social accountability here is broadly defined as the obligation to direct the Faculty’s education, research and service activities towards addressing the priority health concerns of the community, region, and/or nation we have a mandate to serve.

Nominations process

Candidates must be nominated by faculty members, colleagues, learners or community members. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s contribution to activities that have improved the social accountability of the Faculty of Medicine.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• Endorsement letter(s) from one or more community partners (either organizations or individuals)

• Optional: Endorsement letter from other stakeholders (policy/decision makers, health care administrators, health care providers, academic institutions) or colleagues of the nominee.

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

This award seeks to recognize individuals who contribute to activities that have improved the social accountability of the Faculty of Medicine’s:

1. Organization and function;

2. Education of doctors (undergraduate, postgraduate, graduate and/or continuing professional development;
3. Research activities;
4. Contribution to health services for our community, region, and nation. The selected candidate will demonstrate commitment to social accountability through community engagement activities that:

• are relevant to one or more priority needs for communities as determined by those communities themselves;

• have the potential to reduce health inequity;

• demonstrate sensitivity to context;

• increase the quality and efficiency of care;

• establish realistic pathways to achieve impact.

The Professionalism Award is presented annually to a faculty member who recognizes the importance of promoting ethical and professional behaviour within our community, demonstrates exemplary professionalism and embodies the Faculty’s core professionalism values: which could include one or more of the following: respect, collaboration, excellence, compassion and empathy, integrity and honesty, altruism, wellness, equity, confidentiality, responsibility and accountability, dedication and self-improvement.

Nomination process

Candidates must be nominated by faculty members, colleagues, learners or community members. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) should include specific examples of how the individual exemplifies these attributes of professionalism.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• Endorsement letter from the candidate’s immediate supervisor, if they are not the nominator.

• Endorsement letters from learners or colleagues of the nominee (optional).

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

The candidate is recognized for making an exceptional contribution to activities that have promoted professionalism core values at the Faculty by (the following are examples and are not intended to be exhaustive):

• Modelling and advocating for exemplary conduct in the work environment;

• Leadership in enhancing professional behaviour amongst the faculty;

• Encouraging professional identity formation in learners;

• Contribution in scholarly work that explores and advances the field;

• Evidence of previous recognition by colleagues, trainees or patients.

The Award for the Promotion of Francophonie is presented annually to a faculty member in recognition of the promotion of Francophonie in all aspects of their work in academia and beyond.

Nominations process

Candidates must be nominated by faculty members, colleagues or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s exceptional contribution to the promotion of Francophonie.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• Optional: Endorsements letters from learners, other faculty members or members of the community.

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

This award seeks to recognize individuals who are actively promoting Francophonie in their work in academia, research, clinical practice and beyond. The candidate should have completed a significant portion of their career in French (teaching, clinical practice, research, publications, collaborations, etc.). The impact of their contributions to Francophonie can be at the regional, national and/or international level either through their institution, particular organizational partners or the community at large. Contributions can include (but are not limited to) implementing systemic changes to promote Francophonie long-term, development of tools to facilitate learning and uptake of French, leadership and engagement with francophone communities.

The Francophilie Award is presented annually to a non-Francophone faculty member whose actions and interventions contribute to the development of the French language and culture.

Nominations process

Candidates must be nominated by faculty members, colleagues or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s exceptional contribution to the development of French language and culture. 

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• Optional: Endorsements letters from learners, other faculty members or members of the community.

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

This award seeks to recognize individuals who: 

• lead by example in the use of French and bilingualism in communications; 

• advocate for the cause of the Francophonie in a minority situation; 

• believe in and defend the active offer (the active offer is the invitation to communicate using either English or French); and 

• promote the "Francophonie" axis of the Faculty of Medicine's strategic plan.

The International Impact Award recognizes the most skilled and dedicated Faculty member who demonstrates exceptional leadership and commitment in advancing the Faculty strategic mandate of Internationalization. This individual (or team) has been instrumental in the development, promotion, and/or success of international research and/or education partnerships.

Nominations process

Candidates must be nominated by faculty members, colleagues or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may also propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s exceptional contribution to the internationalization mandate of the Faculty.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• Optional: Endorsements letters from learners, other faculty members or members of the community.

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

This award seeks to recognize individuals who are actively working for the advancement of the Faculty of Medicine’s Internationalization strategic mandate by, for example:

• Promoting and engaging in a multidisciplinary approach to international initiatives;

• Making exceptional and measurable contributions toward an international partnership for which the value proposition benefits the faculty on many levels;

• Exhibiting a true commitment to advancing and supporting the International mission, vision and strategic direction of Faculty;

Candidates may have participated in the following activities (not an exhaustive list): mentoring incoming international students, international partnership agreements, or contributions during an international crisis.

The Award for Leadership in Global Health recognizes the most skilled and dedicated Faculty member who demonstrates exceptional leadership and commitment in advancing the Faculty strategic mandate of Global Health. 

Nominations process

Candidates must be nominated by faculty members, colleagues or learners in the Faculty of Medicine. Chairs, the Dean and Vice-Deans may propose nominations.

Nominations must be submitted using the online submission platform (link in the competition information at the top of the page).

Nomination package requirements:

• A letter of nomination (max. 2 pages) describing the candidate’s exceptional contribution to the internationalization mandate of the Faculty.

• Candidate's CV (include any career interruptions such as leaves, COVID-19 related delays, etc.)

• Optional: Endorsements letters from learners, other faculty members or members of the community.

• A self-identification questionnaire (the Awards Office will send the nominee a link for this questionnaire).

Selection criteria

This award seeks to recognize individuals who are actively working for the advancement of the Faculty of Medicine’s Global Health strategic mandate by, for example:

• Demonstrating advocacy and altruism to improve the wellbeing of vulnerable populations; 

• Promoting and engaging in a multidisciplinary approach Global Health initiatives;

• Exhibiting a true commitment to advancing and supporting the Global Health mission, vision and strategic direction of Faculty;

Candidates may have participated in the following activities (not an exhaustive list): research on global health programs to identify best practices and potential collaborations, innovative projects with a lasting impact on marginalized populations (locally, nationally, or abroad), or contributions during an international crisis.