CAPO - CIHR - Institute of Cancer Research Awards

The CIHR - Institute of Cancer Research & CAPO Research Excellence Award in Psychosocial Oncology

Submissions are now open. Deadline is April 10.

The purpose of this award is to recognize an individual who, in the opinion of the Awards Committee and the Board of Directors Association, has made a significant research contribution to Psychosocial Oncology. This award will follow a nomination and selection process as outlined in the Award Terms of Reference.

Click here to view Award Terms of Reference

Eligibility

Eligibility is limited to members in good standing of CAPO (for at least one year prior to the nomination).
Award recipients must register and attend the annual CAPO conference (in person or virtually) in order to be eligible.

Application Criteria

The purpose of this award is to recognize an individual who, in the opinion of the Awards Committee and the Board of Directors of the Association, has made a significant research contribution to psychosocial oncology.
The award will be presented at the annual CAPO conference by the Chair of the Awards Committee or an Institute designate.
The winner(s) agree to have their name(s) released as winners of the award and to be featured on CHIR-ICR's various communication channels (e.g., website, social media, newsletter).

Anticipated Timeline

January 15, 2026: Launch of call for applications
April 10, 2026: Submissions due
Awarded at CAPO conference

Award

Recognition award and reimbursement for travel expenses to the CAPO annual conference up to $1000

Application Process

Submit application below

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT FOR CIHR RESEARCH EXCELLENCE AWARD

Past Winners of the Research Excellence Award

2025 - Dr. Josée Savard (QC)
2024 - Dr. Sylvie Lambert (QC)
2023 - Dr Sophie Lebel (ON)
2022 - Dr. Fiona Schulte (AB)
2021 - Dr. Shane Sinclair (AB)
2020 - Dr. Jennifer Jones (ON)
2019 - Dr. S. Nicole Culos-Reed (AB)
2018 - Dr. Doris Howell (ON)
2017 - Dr. Gary Rodin (ON)
2015 - Dr. John Oliffe (BC)
2014 - Dr. Tom Hack (MB)
2013 - Dr. Keith Wilson (ON)
2012 - Dr. Kerry Courneya (AB)
2011 - Dr. Elizabeth Maunsell (QC)
2010 - Dr. Linda Carlson (AB)

The CIHR - Institute of Cancer Research & CAPO Early Career Investigator in Psychosocial Oncology Award

Submissions are now open. Deadline is April 10.

The CIHR - Institute of Cancer Research & CAPO Early Career Investigator Award in Psychosocial Oncology honours a new investigator for outstanding contributions to research in the field of psychosocial oncology. Candidates must be within seven years of completing their postgraduate, fellowship or equivalent specialist training (defined as a PhD or MD or equivalent).

This award will follow a nomination and selection process as outlined in the Award Terms of Reference.

Click here to view Award Terms of Reference

Eligibility

The nominee must be within seven years of completing their postgraduate, fellowship, or equivalent specialist training (defined as a PhD or MD or equivalent).
Eligibility is limited to members in good standing of CAPO (for at least one year prior to the nomination).
Award recipients must register and attend the annual CAPO conference (in person or virtually) in order to be eligible.

Application Criteria

The purpose of this award is to recognize a new investigator for outstanding contributions to research in the field of psychosocial oncology.
The award will be presented at the annual CAPO conference by the Chair of the Awards Committee or an Institute designate.
The winner(s) agree to have their name(s) released as winners of the award and to be featured on CHIR-ICR's various communication channels (e.g., website, social media, newsletter).