The CPD Awards recognize outstanding contributions to Continuing Professional Development across teaching, research, program development, leadership, innovation, mentorship, and professional service. Together, these awards celebrate the individuals and teams advancing the science, practice, and delivery of CPD.
2026 Nomination Period
- Opens: September 14, 2026
- Closes: December 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM
- Award Recipients Announced: March 2027
Teaching, Research, and Program Development Awards
These awards recognize faculty members, educators, researchers, leaders, and teams who are advancing excellence, innovation, scholarship, mentorship, and lifelong learning across the Temerty Faculty of Medicine.
Browse the award categories below to identify the best fit. Each award page contains detailed eligibility criteria and nomination requirements.
| Award Category | Recognizes |
|---|---|
| Suzan Schneeweiss Award for Excellence in Mentorship and Community-Building in CPD | Transformational mentorship and coaching that supports the next generation of CPD professionals. |
| Colin Woolf Excellence in Program Development and Coordination | Excellence in CPD program and conference development, learner engagement, and program impact. |
| Colin Woolf Long Term Contributions to CPD | Significant and sustained contributions to CPD through leadership, education, innovation, and service. |
| Colin Woolf Sustained Excellence in CPD Teaching | Outstanding educators who demonstrate excellence in teaching, subject mastery, and learner engagement over time. |
| Dave Davis Research Award | Outstanding research and scholarship that advances the field of CPD. |
| David Fear Fellowship | Supports professional development activities that build CPD expertise, leadership, scholarship, and innovation. |
| Fred Fallis Award in Online Learning | Innovation and excellence in online learning that expands access to CPD. |
| Excellence in Interprofessional CPD Award | CPD initiatives that strengthen collaborative practice and improve health care delivery. |
| Ivan Silver Innovation Award | CPD initiatives that demonstrate meaningful impact on professional practice or health outcomes. |
Award Eligibility
- Nominees must be affiliated with the Temerty Faculty of Medicine.
- Nominations may be submitted by colleagues, staff, learners, or collaborators familiar with the nominee’s work.
- Self-nominations are accepted only for the Dave Davis Research Award and David Fear Fellowship.
- Some awards recognize individuals while others may recognize teams or groups.
- Additional eligibility requirements are available on each award page.
How to Submit a Nomination
- Select the award category that best aligns with the nominee’s achievements.
- Review the eligibility and submission requirements.
- Gather supporting documentation.
- Complete the online nomination form before the submission deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here’s everything you need to know before submitting a nomination.
Who can be nominated?
- Nominees must be affiliated with the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto.
- Awards recognize contributions to Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Activities related primarily to undergraduate, postgraduate, or fellowship education may be more appropriately recognized through other awards. Explore the Medical Education and Teaching Awards Database.
- Additional eligibility requirements may apply to specific awards and are outlined on individual award pages.
Who can submit a nomination?
- Nominations may be submitted by anyone familiar with a nominee’s work, including colleagues, staff members, learners, and collaborators.
- Self-nominations are accepted only for the Dave Davis Research Award and David Fear Fellowship.
Can I nominate a team or group?
- Some awards may recognize either individuals or teams.
- Career achievement awards, including the Colin Woolf Award for Long Term Contributions to CPD and the Colin Woolf Award for Sustained Excellence in CPD Teaching, are intended for individual nominees only.
- Please review individual award pages for award-specific eligibility requirements.
Can I submit more than one nomination?
- Individuals or groups may be nominated in more than one award category.
- A separate nomination package must be submitted for each award category.
- Supporting documentation should be tailored to the specific award criteria.
Are previous award recipients eligible?
- Previous recipients will not normally be considered for the same award category within five years of receiving that award.
How are award winners recognized?
- Recipients are recognized at the annual Temerty Faculty of Medicine Education Achievement Celebration and receive a framed award.
- The David Fear Fellowship provides funding of up to $2,000 to support professional development activities.
How do I submit a nomination?
- All nominations must be submitted through the online nomination form by the deadline.
- Nomination requirements vary by award category. Please review the relevant award page before preparing your submission
Professional Service, Leadership, and Innovation Awards
Continuing Professional Development is strengthened by the expertise, leadership, innovation, and dedication of administrative and professional services staff. These awards recognize individuals and teams whose contributions help shape exceptional educational experiences, strengthen partnerships, support learners and faculty, and advance the field of CPD locally, nationally, and beyond.
Browse the award categories below to identify the best fit. Each award page contains detailed eligibility requirements, selection criteria, and nomination instructions.
| Award Category | Recognizes |
|---|---|
| National CPD Leadership Award | Leadership that advances CPD practice, innovation, partnerships, and organizational excellence across Canada. This award is open to professional services staff working at provider organizations. |
| Long Term Contributions to CPD Award | Sustained contributions to CPD through exceptional service, educational leadership, administration, and commitment to excellence over time. |
| Outstanding CPD Professional Services Staff Award | Excellence in professional services that supports high-quality CPD programs through expertise, responsiveness, collaboration, and service excellence. |
| Emerging Leader in CPD Award | Early-career professionals who demonstrate leadership potential, initiative, and meaningful contributions to CPD programs and projects. |
| Excellence in CPD Innovation Award | Creative and innovative approaches that improve CPD programs, processes, tools, or services and advance the future of CPD. |
Award Eligibility
- Nominees must be administrative or professional services staff members supporting CPD programs. Individuals may be employed by the University of Toronto, TAHSN-member hospitals, affiliated teaching sites, or other eligible CPD organizations, depending on the award category.
- Nominations may be submitted by colleagues, managers, clients, collaborators, or others familiar with the nominee’s work.
- Eligibility requirements vary by award category and may include requirements related to years of experience, organizational affiliation, or scope of impact.
- Some awards recognize individuals while others may recognize teams or groups.
- Additional eligibility requirements are available on each award page.
How to Submit a Nomination
- Select the award category that best aligns with the nominee’s achievements.
- Review the eligibility and submission requirements.
- Gather supporting documentation.
- Complete the online nomination form before the submission deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here’s everything you need to know before submitting a nomination.
Who can be nominated?
- These awards are open to administrative or professional services staff members who contribute to CPD.
- Eligible nominees may be employed by the University of Toronto, TAHSN member hospitals, affiliated teaching sites, or other CPD organizations across Canada, depending on the award category.
- Additional eligibility requirements may apply to specific awards and are outlined on individual award pages.
Who can submit a nomination?
- Nominations may be submitted by anyone familiar with a nominee’s work, including colleagues, managers, clients, collaborators, faculty partners, and team members.
- Nomination packages should include short testimonials describing the nominee’s impact on individuals, teams, programs, or organizations.
Can I nominate a team or group?
- The Excellence in CPD Innovation Award may recognize staff-led teams whose collaborative work has advanced CPD through creativity and innovation.
Can I submit more than one nomination?
- Individuals or groups may be nominated in more than one award category.
- A separate nomination package must be submitted for each award category.
- Supporting documentation should be tailored to the specific award criteria.
Are previous award recipients eligible?
- Previous recipients will not normally be considered for the same award category within five years of receiving that award.
How are award winners recognized?
- Recipients receive a framed award in recognition of their achievement.
How do I submit a nomination?
- All nominations must be submitted through the online nomination form by the deadline.
- Nomination requirements vary by award category. Please review the relevant award page before preparing your submission
Questions?
If you have further questions about any of the CPD awards, please connect with Vashty Hawkins.
