Canadian Astronomical Society
Awards
CASCA gives out several awards, many of which are nomination based. To learn more about each award please click on the links below.
To nominate someone or self nominate please click on the link below.
External Awards
Current Award Winners
2026 Awards
CASCA is pleased to announce Professor Arif Babul as the 2026 recipient of the Carlyle S. Beals Award for outstanding scientific achievement.
CASCA is pleased to announce that Professor Michel (Mike) Fich is the recipient of the 2026 Dunlap Award for Innovation in Astronomical Research Tools.
CASCA is pleased to announce Professor Samantha Lawler and Professor Aaron Boley as the 2026 recipients of the Qilak Award for astronomy communications, public education and outreach.
CASCA is pleased to announce Dr. Alan Knee as the recipient of the 2026 J.S. Plaskett Medal for the most outstanding doctoral thesis in astronomy or astrophysics.
CASCA is pleased to announce Prof. Laura Parker as the recipient of the 2026 Executive Award for Outstanding Service.
