CNS-SCN Fellow Distinction
The CNS-SCN Fellow distinction recognizes exemplary achievement in nutrition science and/or practice and exceptional service to the Canadian Nutrition Society (CNS) and the broader nutrition profession in Canada and internationally.
This professional distinction is bestowed upon CNS members by their peers in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the field of nutrition.
Submit a Nomination
Nomination deadline: February 1, 2027 at 11:59 a.m. ET.
Nominations must be submitted through the Online Award Nomination Tool. Review the eligibility and nomination requirements below before beginning.
Eligibility
Who Is Eligible?
Nominees must:
- Be a current “Active” or “Emeritus” member or member of at least one of its originating societies — Canadian Society for Clinical Nutrition (CSCN) or Canadian Society for Nutritional Sciences (CSNS) — for a minimum of 10 years.
- Demonstrate distinguished accomplishments and service in each of the four domains outlined below.
Who Is Not Eligible?
The following individuals are not eligible:
- Current members of the CNS Board of Directors
- Industry partners
- Individuals whose activities conflict with the CNS mandate and policies
Four Domains of Achievement and Service
Nominees must demonstrate accomplishments and service in all four domains.
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Contributions to CNS activities
Past and present contributions, such as service on CNS committees or working groups, presentations at CNS events, and authorship of publications or guidelines.
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Achievements in nutrition research and/or practice
Research achievements may include participation in research grants, oral presentations at conferences, and a strong publication record. Practice achievements may include education and mentorship of nutrition professionals and major innovations in practice. Nominees may demonstrate achievements in research, practice, or both.
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Contributions to the Canadian nutrition community
Contributions may include published nutrition articles, teaching, advocacy, notable appointments, and leadership or achievements within governing bodies.
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Recognition, reputation and credibility
National and/or international recognition, reputation and credibility within the nutrition sector.
How to Submit a Nomination
Who Can Nominate?
- Nominations may be submitted by current Active or Emeritus members of CNS.
- Student, Early Career and Associate members are not eligible to nominate.
- Self-nominations are not permitted.
What Must Be Included?
A complete nomination must include all three items below:
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Completed online nomination form
Describe the nominee’s achievements and contributions in each of the four domains, with a maximum of 1,000 words per domain. -
Two letters of support
Provide letters from two current Active or Emeritus CNS members who can explain why the nominee should receive the CNS-SCN Fellow distinction. -
Curriculum vitae
Include the nominee’s full curriculum vitae.
Institutional requirement: At least one of the three individuals supporting the nomination — the nominator and the two referees providing letters of support — must be from a different institution than the nominee.
Review and Selection
A limited number of CNS-SCN Fellow distinctions are awarded each year. Nominations are submitted, reviewed and selected by CNS members.
The CNS Awards Committee, or other appointed reviewers, will review and score nominations against established criteria in the four domains of achievement and service. The committee will then make recommendations to the CNS Board of Directors, which makes the final selections.
Recognition
New CNS-SCN Fellows will be inducted during the 2027 CNS Annual Awards Ceremony. Each recipient will receive:
- The right to use the FCNS-SCN designation
- A recognition award
- One complimentary registration to the 2027 CNS-SCN Annual Conference and Awards Banquet, where recipients will be honoured