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Price for support given to women in engineering
Recognition for advancing women in engineering
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This award recognizes engineers who have advanced the recruitment, retention, and professional development of women in engineering. Winners receive the award and honorary certificate at Engineers Canada’s annual gala, along with the title of Engineers Canada Fellow.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Professional contributions that advance women in engineering
- Volunteer contributions that advance women in engineering
Documents Needed
- Completed online nomination form
- Applicant curriculum vitae
- Two supporting letters
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Engineers
- Restricted license holders eligible under Canadian engineering regulators
Who is not eligible
- People who have already received this award
- Engineers Canada board members, staff, and current regulator staff and advisors within two years of leaving their role
Selection criteria
- Professional achievements that support women in engineering, worth 50 points
- Volunteer achievements that support women in engineering, worth 50 points
- Clear examples of the candidate’s role and impact
- Relevance of the contributions to the award’s purpose
- Complete submission within the required format and length
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the nomination form and requirements
- Read the full online form before starting.
- Prepare all required information and documents in advance.
- Step 2: Complete the online nomination form
- Fill out the form in a single session.
- Make sure the nomination is complete before submitting.
- Step 3: Upload supporting documents
- Attach the candidate’s curriculum vitae.
- Include two supporting letters validating the contributions described.
- Step 4: Submit the nomination
- Send the completed application through the online form.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Engineers Canada Awards Committee.
- Only complete submissions received before the deadline are considered.
- Winners are recognized at the annual Engineers Canada gala.
- Selected recipients may take part in promotional activities.
Additional information
- Recipients receive the award and an honorary certificate at Engineers Canada’s annual awards gala.
- Recipients are also awarded the title of Engineers Canada Fellow (FEC).
- A completed online nomination form must be submitted in one session.
- Two supporting letters are required with the nomination.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Price for support given to women in engineering Program
What is the Price for support given to women in engineering?
This award recognizes engineers who have advanced the recruitment, retention, and professional development of women in engineering. Winners receive the award and honorary certificate at Engineers Canada’s annual gala, along with the title of Engineers Canada Fellow.
Who is eligible for the Price for support given to women in engineering program?
To be eligible for the Price for support given to women in engineering program, you must:
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Registered engineer or eligible restricted license holder
Must not have won this award before
What expenses are eligible under Price for support given to women in engineering?
Professional contributions that advance women in engineering
Volunteer contributions that advance women in engineering
Where is the Price for support given to women in engineering available?
The Price for support given to women in engineering program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Price for support given to women in engineering a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Price for support given to women in engineering is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Price for support given to women in engineering?
Price for support given to women in engineering is funded by Engineers Canada