2021 CCRA Awards

How to Apply: 

The Canadian Cancer Research Alliance (CCRA) is seeking nominations for the 2021 CCRA Awards. The CCRA Awards, initiated in 2011, recognize and celebrate individuals who have had a remarkable impact on cancer research and the cancer research community.

Learn more about CCRA Award nominations

To submit a nomination, please provide the nominee’s contact information and a brief overview of the reasons for nomination through the 2021 CCRA Awards Nomination webform. Nominators have the option to save their progress and complete the form at a later time. Self-nominations will be accepted and are especially encouraged for individuals from equity-seeking communities. Nominations are open to all, including past nominees.

Nominations will remain open until May 31, 2021. Should you have any questions or wish to receive further information about the CCRA awards, please contact us at ccra.team@partnershipagainstcancer.ca.

The following CCRA Awards will be presented in 2021:

Exceptional Leadership in Cancer Research

Awarded to an individual who has made exceptional contributions to fostering the development of cancer research in Canada through their leadership in organizations, or development of collaborative research opportunities or initiatives that have had a transformative impact.

Outstanding Achievements in Cancer Research

Awarded to a cancer researcher from any research discipline for outstanding lifetime achievements which have had an impact in greatly advancing our understanding of cancer, the treatment of cancer, and/or cancer control in Canada.

Distinguished Service to Cancer Research

Awarded to an individual whose work has had a substantial impact on public education, policy, or discourse on cancer control, cancer research, and/or science literacy in Canada.

Exceptional Leadership in Patient Involvement in Cancer Research

Awarded to an individual who has made exceptional contributions to fostering patient involvement in cancer research in Canada. The inaugural award was presented at CCRC 2017 in Vancouver.

If you are interested in being nominated for one of these awards, please contact Dr. Batia Stolar, Associate Vice-President, Research & Graduate Studies, at avp.research@lakeheadu.ca

External Deadline: 
Monday, May 31, 2021
Award Category: 
Award
Funding Source: 
External
Funding Level: 
Research