Cas C. Lindsey Prize (IEE) Grant

The Cas C. Lindsey Prize, awarded by the Canadian Society of Zoologists, recognizes the best student presentation in behaviour, ecology, or evolution. Open to students or recent graduates, candidates must present original research as first authors. The society promotes diversity and inclusion, ensuring equality among zoologists of all backgrounds. This prize symbolizes the society's commitment to fostering educational and research excellence in zoology across Canada and beyond.

The Canadian Society of Zoologists is a professional organization dedicated to the enhancement of education and research in zoology at the provincial, federal and international level. Membership is open to all persons interested in zoology - Students, Researchers, and Educators.
The Canadian Society of Zoologists is a diverse and inclusive not-for-profit scientific society that welcomes members of any gender, race, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. The society aims to reflect this diversity at all levels, ranging from participation at meetings, to representation on council and committees, to the recipients of its awards.
The Cas C. Lindsey Prize given by the IEE Section will be awarded for the best student presentation (oral or poster) within the fields of behaviour, ecology or evolution.

Eligibility

Candidates must be students or have completed their degree within the past year. They must present work completed towards their degree.The candidate must be the first author on the presentation.In cases of multiple authorships, the candidate’s supervisor must submit a letter stating that the research is primarily that of the student and summarizing the contribution of each author.

Ineligibility

The Cas C. Lindsey Prize cannot be awarded to a previous recipient of the prize.