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The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars
Support for new maritime scholars
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program offers up to CAD 1,000 to support a new scholar presenting a paper at the Canadian Nautical Research Society’s annual conference. It supports maritime research presentations and attendance at the conference.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
Target groups
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Presentation of a paper at the Society’s annual conference.
- In-person attendance at the annual conference.
Documents Needed
- Conference paper proposal
- Award application submitted with the proposal
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian students at Canadian or foreign universities.
- Researchers from other countries working on Canadian maritime topics.
- CNRS members, except Awards Committee members.
Who is not eligible
- Members of the Awards Committee.
Eligible expenses
- Support for in-person conference attendance.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Foreign universities and international locations for eligible applicants
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Council before final selection notice.
- Selected candidates are informed immediately by the Awards Committee Chair.
- The recipient is formally announced at the Society's AGM.
Additional information
- The recipient is announced at the Society's AGM.
- The award is administered by the Canadian Nautical Research Society.
- The recipient may be named in CNRS publications if the paper is published.
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars?
This program offers up to CAD 1,000 to support a new scholar presenting a paper at the Canadian Nautical Research Society’s annual conference. It supports maritime research presentations and attendance at the conference.
How much funding can be received?
The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars program?
To be eligible for the The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars program, you must:
New scholar with under five years' experience.
Maritime studies or Canadian maritime topics.
Application submitted with conference paper proposal.
What expenses are eligible under The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars?
Presentation of a paper at the Society’s annual conference.
In-person attendance at the annual conference.
Who can I contact for more information about the The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars?
You can contact Canadian Nautical Research Society (CNRS).
Where is the The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars available?
The The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars program is available across Canada.
Is the The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Gerry Panting Award for New Scholars is a Grant and Funding