Awards - Canadian Dermatology Association

CDA Awards

Nominations are currently closed and will reopen in Fall 2026.

Each year CDA recognizes and celebrates the outstanding achievements and contributions of individuals to the Association and/or the specialty of dermatology. Below are links that detail eligibility requirements and/or highlight some of the past recipients.

2025 Award Recipients

2024 Award Recipients

Practitioner of the Year Award

Open to CDA members

Lifetime Achievement Award

Open to CDA members

Award of Merit

Open to CDA members

President’s Cup

Recipients are chosen by the CDA president.

Early Career Volunteer Award

Open to residents, fellows and CDA Members

Resident’s Writing Award

Open to dermatology residents

Research Award in Dermatology

Open to CDA members

Award of Honour

Open to persons other than medical professionals

Inclusive Leadership Award

Open to residents, fellows and CDA Members

Public Education Awards

Open to Media, Not-for-Profit, Industry