Each year, the SRPC’s Nominations and Awards Committee hosts a rural essay contest for medical students and residents. The winning essays will be featured on our website and considered for publication in the Canadian Journal of Rural Medicine (CJRM).
Prizes
- Students: $500
- Residents: $1,000
The award amount will be credited toward the cost of attending the 33rd Annual Rural and Remote Medicine Conference, taking place April 16–18, 2026, in Quebec City.
Eligible costs include registration, travel, accommodations, and social events.
What We’re Looking For
Tell us a great story and share your experience in rural medicine, we look forward to reading your submissions!
Please ensure all essays are anonymous to protect confidentiality.
- Students: Submit a self-reflection from your rural medicine elective.
- Residents: Submit a self-reflection from your experience in rural medicine.
Rules
- Must be an SRPC Student or Resident member
- Non-fiction essay
- Length: 500–1000 words
- Format: Microsoft Word
- Deadline: December 31, 2025
- Please ensure all essays are anonymous to protect confidentiality.
For any inquiries or to submit your essay, please contact: