15th Science Policy Youth Award – CSPC 2023

This award recognizes an individual under the age of 35 who proposes an innovative and compelling evidence-based policy proposal that will make a positive difference to Canadians. Proposals should be connected to one or more of the themes for the 2023 CSPC Conference listed below:

CSPC 2023 Conference Theme: Science and Innovation in a Time of Transformation.

Track 1: Science and Policy
Track 2: Science and Society
Track 3: Innovation and Economic Development
Track 4: Science, International Affairs and Security
Track 5: Science and the Next Generation
Track 6: Grand Challenges

For a detailed description of the conference theme, please visit here.

This award is designed not only to highlight innovative, evidence-driven policy ideas by policy students and young professionals, but also to encourage young people not currently studying, or working in public policy to share their policy ideas. Eligible recipients include all young Canadian residents under 35, regardless of their field of study or work. The CSPC is fully committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion and encourages all qualified participants to apply.