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Two Weeks Left! Call for SEEK Award 2026 Submissions

A friendly reminder that there are only 2 weeks left to submit your application for the SEEK Award 2026!

If you’re a student or emerging evaluator with an innovative idea to advance the field of evaluation, this is your moment to shine. The SEEK Award, jointly offered by the CES and CESEF, celebrates excellence in evaluation theory and practice. It’s a unique opportunity to gain recognition, mentorship, and national exposure.

Award benefits include:

• $500 cash prize and up to $1,500 to support your attendance at the 2026 CES Conference in Edmonton
• Complimentary CES student membership, conference registration, and a presentation opportunity
• Publication of your abstract in a CES Web news broadcast
• Mentorship and the potential to publish in the Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation (CJPE)
• Opportunities to connect with experts and grow your professional network

Eligibility:

• Current student in a Canadian post-secondary institution or emerging evaluator (≤5 years experience)
• Paper up to 3,000 words on an innovative evaluation topic
• Submissions accepted in English or French

⏳ Deadline: February 13, 2026 If you’re planning to apply, now is the time to put the finishing touches on your submission! Visit the SEEK Award webpage for full details and application instructions.

Website link: https://cesef.memberlodge.org/CESEF-seek-award