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Northern Science Award
Recognition for northern science contributions
Offered by
Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
September 29, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Northern Science Award recognizes an individual or team for significant contributions to advancing knowledge and understanding of the Canadian North. Laureates receive an award and a $10,000.00 prize for work that advances northern science and values Indigenous knowledge systems and collaboration with communities in the North.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Activities funded
- Advancing knowledge and understanding of the Canadian North.
- Research and knowledge-sharing initiatives in northern science.
- Work that includes Indigenous knowledge systems and community collaboration.
Documents Needed
- A letter of nomination clearly demonstrating the nominee's accomplishment(s) in 500 words or less
- A curriculum vitae for an individual nomination or a summary of achievements in up to 5 pages for a group nomination
- Evidence of scientific achievements in northern science
- Evidence of the application of the new knowledge and its impacts
- Three letters of support highlighting the achievement(s)
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Anyone can make a nomination of either an individual or a team.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada north of 60°N latitude
- Parts of Canada south of 60°N but north of the southern limit of the discontinuous permafrost zone
Selection criteria
- Wide recognition of the quality and significance of the knowledge created
- Significant contribution to the way northern knowledge is produced and shared
- Training or participation of Northerners in the research, project or initiative
- Relevance to advancing northern priorities, with an emphasis on knowledge impacts
How to apply
- Upload nomination documents to Polar Knowledge Canada's online application and reporting system using the Northern Science Aware (NSA) – Nomination Form.
Processing and Agreement
- A selection committee reviews all nominations and recommends the recipient for the award.
- Committee members are chosen for their broad understanding of the North and the impacts of science.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Northern Science Award Program
What is the Northern Science Award?
The Northern Science Award recognizes an individual or team for significant contributions to advancing knowledge and understanding of the Canadian North. Laureates receive an award and a $10,000.00 prize for work that advances northern science and values Indigenous knowledge systems and collaboration with communities in the North.
How much funding can be received?
Northern Science Award Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is September 29, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Northern Science Award program?
To be eligible for the Northern Science Award program, you must:
Individual or team nominee
Significant contribution to northern science
What expenses are eligible under Northern Science Award?
Advancing knowledge and understanding of the Canadian North.
Research and knowledge-sharing initiatives in northern science.
Work that includes Indigenous knowledge systems and community collaboration.
Where is the Northern Science Award available?
The Northern Science Award program is available across Canada.
Is the Northern Science Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Northern Science Award is a Grant and Funding