Since 2007, the Weston Family Awards in Northern Research have provided unparalleled support to early-career scientists in Canada pursuing research in Canada’s North. 

To apply, master's and doctoral students must be enrolled in a thesis-based program in the natural sciences pursuing northern research at an accredited Canadian university as of the application deadline. 

Past recipients of Weston Family Awards in Northern Research at the master's level are eligible to apply for an award at the doctoral level.