NEW AWARD

The aim of this award is to honour exceptional CSEP Clinical Exercise Physiologists™ (CSEP-CEPs) and CSEP Certified Personal Trainers® (CSEP-CPTs) who exhibit a profound dedication to the field of exercise science and have made significant contributions to their community in Canada. The award recognizes those who have used their expertise to make a tangible, positive impact on the health and well-being of individuals and communities across the nation.

  • The applicant must be a CSEP Clinical Exercise Physiologists™ (CSEP-CEPs) or CSEP Certified Personal Trainers® (CSEP-CPTs) member in good standing at the time of application submission, and during the past year.
  • Provide a one-page (~ 300 word) letter detailing how the candidate meets the following criteria:
    • Demonstrated a commitment to CSEP’s vision and mission, actively embodying the organization’s values and goals.
    • Involvement in work that improves Canadians’ health outcomes through evidence-based practices.
    • Participation in advocacy efforts for the exercise science industry and profession, promoting the field’s advancement.
    • Engagement in knowledge translation activities, connecting research findings with practical applications in exercise science.
    • Contributions to the professional development of CSEP members, supporting their growth and advancement within the organization.
  • Provide a recent version of the candidate’s CV, detailing their professional experiences, achievements, and qualifications pertinent to this award. 
  • The CSEP Member Services Committee will review the submissions and select the award recipient.
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered for review.
  • The recipient will be awarded a framed certificate at the CSEP Annual Conference Gala.
  • Following the conference, the recipient will receive a $500 (CAD) honorarium to be used towards purchasing equipment, upgrading gym/clinic space, or to support pro-bono work.

 

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Equity, Diversity,
and Inclusion Statement

The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of the Society’s business. This includes, but is not limited to, applications for membership, awards and grant review, and employment and volunteer positions. CSEP welcomes applications and participation from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. In its commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, members of the Society, its committees and employees and/or any award/grant recipients are expected to uphold the same policies in their work related to the Society.