Crohn’s and Colitis Canada Awards

Eligibility

From seasoned investigators to emerging researchers, the recipients of these awards drive essential research that advances our promise to discover cures and improve quality of life for people affected by Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. 

We encourage you to nominate your colleagues to recognize their contributions to the Canadian IBD research landscape. Self-nominations are also accepted.

Summary

As the largest non-governmental funder of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) research in Canada, Crohn’s and Colitis Canada proudly celebrates and recognizes Canadian IBD researchers for their exceptional contributions to the field of IBD research through four awards.

The notable awards, which you can learn more about below, include:

• Women in IBD Research Award 
• Advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in IBD Award 
• Other awards have been paused for 2025  

Application deadlines

Program application deadline