Nominations Process

Nominations may be submitted, accompanied by suitable documentation, by any member of Resident Doctors of Canada, Provincial Housestaff Organizations, Departments of Post-Graduate Medical Education, or any other organization associated with Resident Doctors of Canada (RDoC) or post-graduate medical education. Serving RDoC Board members and Award Committee members are not eligible to receive an RDoC Award. Self-nominations are permitted and encouraged.

RDoC is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA) in all aspects of its Awards Program.

We also recognize the ongoing impact of racism and colonialism in medicine and are actively committed to anti-racism and reconciliation in our work.

We therefore encourage nominations from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences, particularly those from historically marginalized and equity-deserving groups.

Our goal is to recognize contributions to resident wellness, education, and service that advance belonging, cultural safety, and fairness in medical training and practice.

Description of Nominee

In the text box below, outline why RDoC should consider your nominee for this award by highlighting the following:

• The nominee’s commitment to excellence and innovation in medical education through actions or initiatives that champion healthier ways to learn and work;
• Examples of effective and learner-centred teaching, mentorship, or leadership that enhances the quality of medical training; and
• Demonstrated efforts to bring about change that has the potential to result in positive improvement to medical education in Canada.

Please note: nominators and recipients must be available to present and receive their award at a virtual awards reception scheduled for June 11, 2026 from 19:00–20:30 ET.