The award recognizes a distinguished record of substantial contributions by individuals or organizations that have reduced CV risk and comorbidities and/or increased prevention and control of blood pressure. Contributions worthy of this prestigious award are expected to be broad in scope (i.e., national), enduring over time, and to have had a substantive impact. The award consists of a plaque from Hypertension Canada and is given annually to one individual or organization if a suitable candidate is nominated. If no suitable candidate is nominated, the award may be withheld in any given year.
List of Award Recipients
2022Dr. Sheldon Tobe, Professor in the Department of Medicine, University of Toronto
2021Dr. Mark Gelfer, Family Physician, Copeman Healthcare Centre, BC
2020Dr. Michael Adams, Head of the Department of Biomedical and Molecular Sciences, Queen’s University.