Prestigious awards are an opportunity for University of Waterloo researchers to be recognized and rewarded by external organizations for the value of their research.
The Waterloo Awards Committee promotes and facilitates the submission of high-quality nominations of Waterloo scholars across all disciplines for prestigious awards and honorific titles.
The list below provides detail categorized by discipline with further detail about eligibility requirements, etc.
Please note that deadlines or anticipated deadlines change often so check the website for the organization that is presenting the award regularly to be sure of the deadline.
Upcoming deadlines
All dates and links are anticipated but may change between now and the final deadline. Please note that many sponsors do not update their websites until 2-3 months before the deadline date. Always double-check sponsor websites before committing to a nomination.
Watch for updates on deadlines for awards in the following categories:
Request President's Letter for Prestigious Awards
If you require a letter from the President as part of an application for a prestigious award, please complete the form.
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Global Excellence Initiative (GEI)
Launched in 2012 by former Governor General of Canada David Johnston, GEI promotes the recognition of Canadian research talent on the international stage by identifying and offering assistance to meritorious candidates for prestigious national and international awards.
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