This scholarship is aimed at supporting individuals from underrepresented groups in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), as part of CSEP’s commitment to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion. The scholarship seeks to enhance participation in research that resonates with CSEP’s objectives, focusing on recruiting and supporting underrepresented minority group members in alignment with the Tri-Agency EDI Action Plan. Through this initiative, CSEP aims to empower these individuals, promoting their contributions and presence in exercise physiology and related research fields.

  • Eligibility is limited to CSEP certified or student members in good standing, enrolled full-time in a graduate program, with an Advisor/PI who is also a CSEP member in good standing.
  • Underrepresented groups are as defined in the Tri-Agency Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Action Plan, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities/racialized groups, and LGBTQ2+ communities.
  • Award recipients are expected to contribute to the peer review process for similar scholarships in future competitions.
  • Recipients may not concurrently hold another award exceeding $10,000 (CAD) annually alongside this scholarship.
  • Applicants must submit a research proposal authored by the student with editorial assistance from the Advisor/PI, aligning with CSEP’s objectives. The proposal should include:
    • Background and Purpose
    • Specific Aims & Hypothesis
    • Research Design & Methods
    • Significance of Expected Outcomes
  • Include the applicant’s Personal Information:
    • Contact details
    • Identification with any underrepresented groups as per the Tri-Agency Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Action Plan
    • Graduate school start date and CSEP Member Number
  • Educational Background should be detailed with:
    • Acceptance letter (if applicable)
    • Current CV
  • Biographical Sketch should outline:
    • Past career development and research experiences
    • Interest in exercise physiology and career goals
    • Value of the graduate training and how the award will address barriers in a CSEP-related graduate program
  • Advisor/PI must provide:
    • Contact information
    • A Research Training Proposal outlining their mentorship plan and the research and training environment
  • The student needs to submit an Affirmation of Student Written Proposal, confirming the proposal’s authenticity, signed by both the student and Advisor/PI.
  • A recommendation letter from the Advisor/PI should detail how the award will support the student’s goals and be submitted independently.
  • Ensure all submission materials adhere to CIHR guidelines.
  • All applications will be reviewed by the CSEP Member Services Committee. 
  • The application will be scored on past track record of the student applicant’s research and academic accomplishments (40%), the applicant’s biographical sketch (40%), the applicant’s research proposal (10%), the advisor’s/PI’s Research Training Proposal (10%).
  • A score of 0-100 will be used.
  • An in-depth review, along with feedback comments for unsuccessful applicants will not be provided.
  • Please note that incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
  • The successful applicants will be honoured at the CSEP Annual Conference during the Gala with a certificate of acknowledgement,
  • Following the CSEP Annual Conference, the successful applicants will receive a non-renewable $2,500 (CAD) scholarship for one year.
  • Successful applicants may be asked to assist in the peer review of similar scholarships in subsequent competitions.

 

*At the discretion of the review committee, one award of up to $5,000 (CAD) may be granted, should a need and budget permit.

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2023

  • Khandra Barret, MSc., McMaster University
Testimonial
  • Devon Davis, MSc., York University

2022

  • Jou-Chung (Victoria) Chang, CSEP-CEP, University of Waterloo

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.